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Asia Pacific University - (R/0411/7/0006)(04/24)(MQA/FA3458)

Master of Accounting

  • Delivery: Face to Face
  • Study Level: Postgraduate
  • Duration: 1 year

Designed for recent graduates or practitioners. You can graduate with a double degree from APU and De Montfort University in the UK.

Course Overview

The Master of Accounting programme designed for recent accounting graduates or practitioners who want to further advance, improve their fundamental understanding of the accounting profession and the market needs. This programme is a journey of preparation where our students sharpen their skills and capabilities.

APU-DMU Dual Degree Programme

Students under this programme will have the option to opt-in for the APU-DMU Dual Degree Scheme. Under this Scheme, students will receive two Degree Certificates and Transcripts upon graduation: one from Asia Pacific University (APU), Malaysia and one from De Montfort University (DMU), UK.

This programme is specifically designed to provide:

  • Exposure towards both financial and managerial aspects of accounting.
  • Knowledge of current as well as latest practices and principles of accounting.
  • In-depth knowledge of accounting concepts and standard procedures.
  • Exposures towards professionalism and ethical standards needed to execute accountabilities and responsibilities in evaluation and decision making.
  • FinTech knowledge and technical skill relevant to Accounting and Finance.

Upon completion of this Master of Accounting programme, graduates will have a broad scope of business roles available to them, including:

  • Accounts Manager
  • Inventory Manager
  • Credit Controller
  • Audit Manager
  • Financial Analyst
  • Tax Consultant
  • Payroll Manager
  • Compliance Manager
  • Budget Analyst
  • Senior Risk Analyst
  • Audit Consultant
  • Chief Financial Officer (CFO)

Key Facts

Delivery
Face to Face
Study Level
Postgraduate
Programme Type
Master's
Duration
More Information
Only available in full time study mode
1 year (Full time)
Modules
13
Intake
5th February, 2024
4th June, 2024
17th September, 2024
Total Price
RM34,800
More Information
International Student: US$8,820

Course Structure

This programme comprises 13 coursework modules (including a Research Methodology module) and a project. The modules of this programme will provide the knowledge and analytical skills to explore and explain the principles and practices of accounting.

  • Quantitative Methods for Decision Making
  • Managerial Finance
  • Management Accounting for Decision Making
  • Management Control and Audit
  • Financial Accounting and Reporting
  • Taxation
  • Financial Reporting and Analysis
  • Forensic Accounting and Fraud Examination
  • Accounting Information Systems
  • Research Methodology
  • Ethical Obligation in Accounting
  • Accounting for Islamic Financial Institutions
  • Business Law
  • Project

Intake Dates

  • February
  • June
  • September

Fees

Local Students
RM34,800

International Students
US$8,820

Fees stated above do not include Enrolment Fees, Registration Fees and other Miscellaneous Fees. The fees are an estimation on the overall completion of the programme. In any cases where there are credit exemptions, offered rebates or approval of scholarship applications, there may be a reduction in the fees. Fees for international students may differ from those for local Malaysian students.

Entry Requirements

Academic Qualification

To meet the entry requirements for the course you need to fulfil one the requirements below:

  • Bachelor’s degree with minimum CGPA of 2.75 out of 4.00, or its equivalent qualification as acceptable by the Senate.
  • Bachelor’s degree with CGPA below 2.50 out of 4.00, or its equivalent qualification can be accepted with minimum 5 years relevant working experience in related field.
  • Relevant professional accounting qualifications equivalent to a bachelor’s degree as accepted by the Senate.

Note: The above entry requirements may differ for specific programmes based on the latest programme standards published by Malaysian Qualifications Agency (MQA).

English Language Requirement

  • IELTS : 5.5

Students from English speaking countries and those with qualifications taught in English (previous Bachelor’s/Master’s Degree taught in English) are exempted from English requirements. Applications for exemption must be accompanied by supporting documents.