The Bachelor of Finance is a 3 ½ year programme with the objective to produce graduates with thorough knowledge and technical abilities in finance to meet with the increase in the market demand for finance graduates. The Bachelor of Finance programme allows students to embark on careers in fields of finance such as risk management, funds management, banking, investment analysis and financial analysis.
PROGRAMME GOAL AND LEARNING OUTCOMES
Aim of the Programme
To produce graduates who exhibit a strong knowledge base and technical competency in finance.
Learning Outcomes of the programme
At the end of the programme students are expected to:
• Master the concepts, theories and financial tools in business decision-making
• Apply quantitative and qualitative financial knowledge in the conduct of their career.
• Implement corporate social responsibility that is related to different institutions and financial services.
• Analyse the legal environment, ethics and economics related to the financial profession.
• Apply relevant soft skills and technical skills to work independently and collaborate in processing and communicating financial issues.
• Analyse financial information using the instruments and mechanisms available to solve financial problems.
• Analyse the movement of the pricing of financial products offered in the global financial markets.
• Demonstrate financial and entrepreneurial abilities in managing business.
Professional Recognition
The programme is now in the process of obtaining professional recognition from the Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) programme, the most respected and recognized investment qualification in the world.
• Risk Manager
• Fund Manager
• Investment Analyst
• Financial Analyst
• Portfolio Manager
• Insurance/Banking Product Manager
• Stock Broker/Remisier
• Financial Planner/ Executive
Types of Courses | Credits |
University Courses | 18 |
Core Courses | 84 |
Elective Courses | 14 |
Industrial Training | 10 |
TOTAL CREDITS | 121 |
A Malaysian candidate who wishes to pursue a programme of study at the Universiti Malaya must fulfil the University's entry requirements as follows: |
Special Entry Requirements (Malaysian)
STPM |
MATRICULATION/FOUNDATION (Current Year) |
Science and Arts Stream
Passed the STPM with at least a CGPA of 3.30;
and
Obtained at least Grade B+ at the STPM level in Mathematics (M) / Mathematics (T) and any two (2) of the following subjects:
and
Obtained at least Grade B+ for Mathematics / Additional Mathematics subject and Grade B in English Language at the SPM level;
And
Obtained at least Band 4.0 in MUET |
Science, Accounting Stream & Science Social
Passed the Matriculation/Foundation with at least a CGPA of 3.30;
And
Obtained at least Grade B+ at the Matriculation/Foundation level in two (2) of the following subjects:
and Obtained at least Grade B+ for Mathematics / Additional Mathematics and Grade B in English Language at the SPM level;
And
Obtained at least Band 4.0 in MUET |
DIPLOMA |
OTHERS REQUIREMENT |
Possess a Diploma in Finance, Banking, Insurance or other related field from any institutions recognised by the Government of Malaysia and approved by the University’s Senate with at least a CGPA of 3.30;
And
Obtained at least Grade B+ at the Diploma level in Mathematics and any two (2) of the following subjects:
And
Obtained at least Grade B+ for Mathematics / Additional Mathematics and Grade B in English Language at the SPM level;
And
Obtained at least Band 4.0 in MUET |
GCE A-Level
Passed the GCE A-Level with at least Grade B in Mathematics and any two (2) of the following subjects:
and
Obtained at least Band 4.0 in MUET
However, applicants who do not have MUET but have the following results may be considered for conditional offer by fulfilling the MUET requirements within the duration of one (1) academic session:
International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma
Possess the International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma with a minimum score of 35 points;
and
Obtained at least Grade 5 (Higher Level) at the International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma level in Mathematics and two (2) of the following subjects:
and
Obtained at least Band 4.0 in MUET
However, applicants who do not have MUET but have the following results may be considered for conditional offer by fulfilling the MUET requirements within the duration of one (1) academic session:
Australian Matriculation Programme (AUSMAT) Possess the Australian Matriculation Programme (AUSMAT) with a minimum Australian Tertiary Admission Rank (ATAR) rank of 80 percent (%);
and
Obtained at least a score of 70% at the Australian Matriculation Programme (AUSMAT) level in Mathematics and two (2) of the following subjects:
and Obtained at least Band 4.0 in MUET
However, applicants who do not have MUET but have the following results may be considered for conditional offer by fulfilling the MUET requirements within the duration of one (1) academic session:
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Special Entry Requirements (Non- Malaysian)
SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL CERTIFICATE (SHSC) / HIGH SCHOOL CERTIFICATE (HSC)/ GRADE 12 |
MATRICULATION/FOUNDATION (Current Year) |
Pass with at least a grade of B+ or/and 80% in the subject of Mathematics at the Senior High School Certificate (SHSC)/High School Certificate (HSC)/Grade 12 level;
and
Obtained at least Grade B+ in three (3) of the following subjects:
And
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Science, Accounting Stream & Science Social Passed the Matriculation/Foundation with at least a CGPA of 3.30;
And
Obtained at least Grade B+ at the Matriculation/Foundation level in three (3) of the following subjects:
And
Obtained at least Band 4.0 in MUET
OR
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DIPLOMA |
OTHERS REQUIREMENT |
Possess a Diploma in Finance, Banking, Insurance or other related field from any institutions recognised by the Government of Malaysia and approved by the University’s Senate with at least a CGPA of 3.30;
And
Obtained at least Grade B+ at the Diploma level in Mathematics and any two (2) of the following subjects:
And
Obtained at least Band 4.0 in MUET
OR
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GCE A-Level
Passed the GCE A-Level with at least Grade B in Mathematics and any two (2) of the following subjects:
and
Obtained at least Band 4.0 in MUET
OR
International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma
Possess the International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma with a minimum score of 35 points;
and
Obtained at least Grade 5 (Higher Level) at the International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma level in Mathematics and two (2) of the following subjects:
and
Obtained at least Band 4.0 in MUET
OR
Australian Matriculation Programme (AUSMAT) Possess the Australian Matriculation Programme (AUSMAT) with a minimum Australian Tertiary Admission Rank (ATAR) rank of 80 percent (%);
and
Obtained at least a score of 70% at the Australian Matriculation Programme (AUSMAT) level in Mathematics and two (2) of the following subjects:
and
Obtained at least Band 4.0 in MUET
However, applicants who do not have MUET but have the following results may be considered for conditional offer by fulfilling the MUET requirements within the duration of one (1) academic session:
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Undergraduate Office,
Faculty of Business and Economics,
Ground Floor, H10 Building,
University of Malaya,
50603 Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.
Last Update: 11/12/2024