Sunway University - JPT/BPP(U)(R/343/6/0168/FA4452)03/25
Bachelor of Science (Hons) Financial Analysis
- Delivery: Face to Face
- Study Level: Undergraduate
- Duration: 3 years
A programme accredited by the Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) Institute. You can graduate with two degrees from Sunway University and Lancaster University in the UK.
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Course Overview
The BSc (Hons) Financial Analysis programme has been designed to meet the increasing demand for quality skills and expertise in the financial services industry.
Focusing on the quantitative aspects of finance, you will learn about equities, fixed-incomes and derivatives markets. You will also explore the applications of mathematical and statistical knowledge to the fields of investment and risk management to meet the dynamic needs of the financial services industry in general.
The solid foundation that the course provides allows you to either venture directly into a career in finance and investment or pursue further studies in quantitative finance. Through this programme, you are prepared for the quantitative aspects of all three levels of Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) professional examinations. A CFA charter is the most recognised professional qualification in the finance world and this will set you up for a successful career in finance.
On successful completion of the programme, graduates will also be awarded a degree from Lancaster University. They will be awarded two certificates, making them graduates of both Sunway University and Lancaster University.
Career paths
Graduates are prepared to take on in-demand roles such as:
- Chief financial officer
- Corporate treasurer
- Financial controller
- Internal & external auditor
- Investment banker
- Management consultant
Key Facts
April, 2024
September, 2024
Course Structure
The programme consists of specific core subjects, three electives and an internship in Year 3.
Year 1
- Business Law
- English for Business
- Mathematics for Finance and Economics
- Principles of Business Analytics
- Principles of Business Finance
- Principles of Economics
- Principles of Financial Accounting
- Principles of Management
Year 2
- Econometrics
- Equity Valuation
- Financial Institutions and Markets
- Financial Management
- Financial Statement Analysis
- Fixed Income Markets and Securities
- Investment Management
- Personal Financial Planning
Year 3
- Corporate Finance
- Ethics and Corporate Governance
- Finance Analytics
- Financial Technology
- International Financial Management
- Internship
- Sustainable Development and Finance
Entry Requirements
Academic Qualification
To apply for this course, you must meet one of the criteria below:
STPM
Average C+ or CGPA 2.33 (Minimum 2 principals)
A-Level
Minimum 14 points (Minimum Grade D in at least 2 subjects)
Note: For A-Level points calculation
A = 10 points
B = 8 points
C = 6 points
D = 4 points
E = 2 points
Australian Matriculation
ATAR 60
Canadian Matriculation
60%
Monash University Foundation Year
60%
Sunway Foundation in Arts
CGPA 2.5
Sunway Foundation in Science Technology
CGPA 2.5
Sunway Diploma
CAVG 55% or CGPA 2.50
* Students may obtain advanced standing if credit transfer requirements are met.
Unified Examination Certificate
Maximum 25 points from 5 subjects (all Grade Bs including Mathematics)
International Baccalaureate
Completed with minimum 27 points (excluding bonus points)
APEL.A
An APEL.A Certificate (APEL T-6) (Recognition of Prior Learning)
Specific Requirements
Credit in Mathematics at SPM level or its equivalent. Any other qualifications will be considered on a case-to-case basis
Additional Requirements for Certain International Students
International students from certain countries that want to take some Sunway University degree programmes (for example programmes in partnership with Lancaster University) will need to take and pass our online six-month International Preparatory Programme (IPP). This is a requirement to enrol on a Sunway degree programme that also leads to a degree certificate awarded by Sunway’s partner institution. Students are required to pass all the subjects with grade C or above to progress to the degree.
English Requirements
- IELTS or equivalent: 6.0
- MUET: Band 4
- SPM English: B3 or B+
- UEC English: B4
- O-Level English (1119): Credit
- Sunway Intensive English Programme (IEP): Pass Level 4 with minimum 65%
- ESL/English: Satisfactory level in Pre-University programmes, where the medium of instruction is English