UM’s Bachelor of Accounting programme is recognized both nationally and internationally. The programme is recognised under Schedule 1 Accountants Act 1967. Graduates of this programme are eligible to register as members of the Malaysian Institute of Accountants (MIA), subject to three years practical accounting experience, as stipulated in Part IV of the Accountants Act 1967.
In addition, the programme is also recognised by other international professional accounting bodies. BAcc graduates from UM may get maximum exemptions from the following bodies:
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MICPA The Malaysian Institute of Certified Public Accountants | ![]() |
CIMA The Chartered Institute of Management Accountants |
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ACCA The Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (UK) | ![]() |
CPA (Australia) Certified Practising Accountants Australia |
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ICAEW Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales | ![]() |
CFA Chartered Financial Analyst Institute |
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CIPFA Chartered Institute of Public Finance and Accountancy |
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Malaysian Institute of Accountants |
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PROGRAMME GOAL AND LEARNING OUTCOMES
Aim of the Programme
To equip graduates with a practical and conceptual understanding of accounting methods and techniques, skills, leadership, ethical values and an appreciation of interdisciplinary links to accounting. The curriculum has been developed with the aim of preparing students for employment advancement in the fields of private or governmental accounting.
Learning Outcomes of the Programme
At the end of the accounting programme, graduates are able to:
• Acquire knowledge in related accounting disciplines;
• Apply concepts, principles and techniques in related accounting disciplines;
• Demonstrate awareness of social responsibility;
• Demonstrate awareness of business ethics in a manner consistent with the accounting profession;
• Show ability to communicate, lead and work in a team;
• Solve accounting problems using a scientific approach;
• Become life-long self-directed learners;
• Apply managerial and entrepreneurial skills.
Professional Recognition
UM’s Bachelor of Accounting programme is recognized both nationally and internationally. The programme is recognised under Schedule 1 Accountants Act 1967. Graduates of this programme are eligible to register as members of the Malaysian Institute of Accountants (MIA), subject to three years practical accounting experience, as stipulated in Part IV of the Accountants Act 1967.
In addition, the programme is also recognised by other international professional accounting bodies. BAcc graduates from UM may get maximum exemptions from the following bodies:
MICPA The Malaysian Institute of Certified Public Accountants
ACCA The Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (UK)
CIMA The Chartered Institute of Management Accountants
CPA (Australia) Certified Practising Accountants Australia
ICAEW Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales
CFA Chartered Financial Analyst Institute
UM is the first university in Malaysia to be accepted into the Internal Auditing Education Partnership (IAEP) programme by the Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA) Inc. USA. This programme was developed by IIA for the purpose of promoting and assisting educators who offer an internal audit education programme. The IAEP programme prepares students with the skills and knowledge to help them conduct basic internal audits immediately upon hire and also provides them with a foundation to begin preparing for the CIA® examination. Other benefits offered include free books, research collaboration and assistance and student internships at member organizations.
UM and CPA (Australia) have entered into an agreement to allow fourth year students to take selected segments of the CPA programme. They will also be exempted from eight foundation courses. This will allow the students to get a head start in their professional accounting career.
UM in collaboration with ACCA and Sunway TES offers the ACCA qualification via the Structured Internship Programme. Eligible students who are selected are exempted from nine ACCA papers and are allowed to sit for the remaining five papers in the third and final year of their programme. These students will be professionally qualified accountants upon completion of their degree.
UM in collaboration with ICAEW and Sunway TES also offers the ICAEW qualification via the Structural Internship Programme. Capable students who are selected are exempted from eight ICAEW papers and are allowed to sit for some of the remaining papers in the third and final year of their programme.
Alternatively, students who wish to pursue a CPA (Malaysia) qualification can apply for the MICPA Students Sponsorship Programme (SSP) during their final year of study.
FBA is the only CFA Programme Partner in Malaysia. The CFA has been running the prestigious CFA programme for 50 years and the CFA Programme is deemed to be the gold standard for qualifications in investment and finance. As a CFA Programme Partner, CPA International recognises three of the programmes under the CFA Programme Partner Scheme; BBA (core in Finance and Banking), BAcc and MBA (core in Finance).
- Public Accountant
- Commercial Accountant
- Management Accountant
- Information Consultant
- Internal Auditor
- External Auditor
- Tax Consultant
- Chief Financial Officer
Types of Courses |
Credits |
University Courses |
22 |
Faculty Core Courses |
28 |
Programme Core Courses |
60 |
Faculty Elective Courses |
15 |
Industrial Training |
12 |
TOTAL |
137 |
Malaysian Applicants:
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International Applicants:
PROGRAM |
KELAYAKAN |
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STPM |
MATRIKULASI/ASASI |
STAM |
DIPLOMA |
KELAYAKAN LAIN |
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ME01 Sarjana Muda Perakaunan (8 semester) |
Aliran Sains dan Sastera Lulus STPM dengan mendapat sekurang-kurangnya PNGK 3.30; dan Mendapat sekurang-kurangnya Gred B+ pada peringkat STPM dalam salah satu (1)mata pelajaran berikut:
dan Mendapat sekurang-kurangnya gred kepujianbagi mata pelajaran Mathematics peringkat SPM; dan Mendapat sekurang-kurangnya Tahap 3 (Band 3)dalam MUET; dan Lulus temu duga. |
Aliran Sains dan Perakaunan Lulus Matrikulasi/Asasi dengan mendapat sekurang-kurangnya PNGK3.30; dan Mendapat sekurang-kurangnya Gred B+pada peringkat Matrikulasi/Asasi dalam salah satu (1) mata pelajaran berikut:
dan Mendapat sekurang-kurangnya gred kepujian bagi mata pelajaran Mathematics peringkat SPM; dan Mendapat sekurang-kurangnya Tahap 3 (Band 3) dalam MUET; dan Lulus temu duga |
Tidak Ditawarkan |
Aliran Sains dan Sastera Memiliki Diploma daripada mana-mana institusi yang diiktiraf oleh Kerajaan Malaysia dan diluluskan Senat Universiti dengan mendapat sekurang-kurangnya PNGK 3.30; dan Mendapat sekurang-kurangnya Gred B+ pada peringkat Diploma dalam salah satu (1)mata pelajaran berikut:
atau Lulus STPM bukan tahun semasa dengan mendapat sekurang-kurangnya PNGK3.30 dan mendapat sekurang-kurangnya Gred B+ pada peringkat STPM dalam salah satu (1) mata pelajaran berikut:
dan Mendapat sekurang-kurangnya gred kepujian bagi mata pelajaran Mathematicsperingkat SPM; atau Lulus Matrikulasi bukan tahun semasa dengan dengan mendapat sekurang-kurangnya PNGK3.30 dan mendapat sekurang-kurangnya Gred B+ pada peringkat Matrikulasi/Asasi dalam salah satu (1) mata pelajaran berikut:
Mendapat sekurang-kurangnya gred kepujian bagi mata pelajaran Mathematics peringkat SPM; dan
Mendapat sekurang-kurangnya Tahap 3 (Band 3) dalam MUET; dan Lulus temu duga. |
Aliran A-Level, AUSMAT dan IB Lulus GCE A Level dengan mendapat sekurang-kurangnya Gred B dalam mana-mana dua (2) mata pelajaran berikut:
atau Memiliki kelayakan Australian Matriculation Programme (AUSMAT)dengan mendapat sekurang-kurangnya Australian Tertiary Admissions Rank (ATAR) sebanyak 80 peratus, dan Mendapat sekurang-kurangnya skor 16 mata (High Achievement) pada peringkat Australian Matriculation Programme (AUSMAT)dalam mana-mana dua (2) mata pelajaranberikut:
atau Memiliki kelayakan International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma dengan mendapat sekurang-kurangnya skor 35 mata, dan Mendapat sekurang-kurangnya Gred 5 (Higher Level)pada peringkat International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma dalam mana-mana dua (2) mata pelajaranberikut:
dan Mendapat sekurang-kurangnyaTahap 3 (Band 3) dalam MUET;
atau Mendapat sekurang-kurangnya Band 4.5 – 5dalam IELTS (Academic); atau Mendapat sekurang-kurangnya skor 477-510 (PBT)/153-180 (CBT)/ 53-64 (IBT)dalam TOEFL; dan Lulus temu duga. |
Semester I : September
Semester II : February
Deadline for Malaysian applicants : April for Semester I intake
Deadline for International applicants : June for Semester I intake and November for Semester II intake
Faculty of Business and Accountancy,
Universiti Malaya,
50603 Kuala Lumpur,
MALAYSIA
Tel : +603 7967 3802/3843/3870/3976/3925
Fax : 603-79673980
Email: umfba@um.edu.my