UCSI University - (R2/343/6/0052; 08/2027)(MQA/FA1403)

Bachelor of Science (Hons) Finance and Investment

Delivery: Face to Face
Study Level: Undergraduate
Duration: 3 years

This course is recognised by professional bodies, the Financial Planning Association of Malaysia (FPAM) and Finance Accreditation Agency (FAA)

Course Overview

This course offers an in-depth exploration of money markets, financial instruments, financial planning, banking, and corporate restructuring. The curriculum provides students with comprehensive knowledge of financial markets, combining theoretical study with practical application.

Professional accreditation
Students are eligible to take the FPAM's Certified Financial Planner examinations

Career paths
Graduates can take on finance and investment-related roles in corporate, finance and other in-demand sectors. They are equipped to thrive in the following roles:

Investment Analyst
Credit Manager
Financial Analyst
Treasurer
Fund Manager
Credit Analyst
Financial Planner
Investment Broker
Investment Banker
Risk Manager
Financial Trader

Key Facts

Delivery

Face to Face

Study Level

Undergraduate

Programme Type

Bachelor

Duration

3 years (Full time)

Modules

Fees

Scholarships

Intake

January, 2024
May, 2024
September, 2024

Total Price

RM75,440

Course Structure

The programme consists of 32 courses, a selection of electives, two financial research projects and MPU subjects.

Year 1

Financial Markets and Institutions
Statistics and its Applications
Principles of Banking
Microeconomics
Introductory Accounting
Financial Management 1
Macroeconomics
Corporate Finance
Financial Management 2
Cooperative Placement 1
Finance and Security Law
Business Law - Malaysian Perspective/other MPU-U3 equivalent courses

Year 2

International Bank Management
Basic Econometrics
Corporate Finance
Islamic Financial Markets and Institutions
Personal Wealth Management
Investment Analysis
Equity Analysis
Business Communication
Business Research Method
Multinational Finance
Introduction to Islamic Banking
Cooperative Placement 2

Year 3

Financial Research Project A
Risk Management and Insurance
Islamic Capital Market
Portfolio Management
Financial Research Project B
Financial Derivatives
Multinational Finance
Merger, Acquisition and Corporate Restructuring
Cooperative Placement 3

Entry Requirements

Academic Qualification

To apply for this course, you must meet one of the criteria below:

STPM: Pass with minimum grade C (GPA 2.0) in any 2 subjects and passes in mathematics and English at SPM level.
A-Level: Minimum 2 principal (D ).
STAM: Pass with a minimum grade of Jayyid and passes in mathematics or English at SPM level.
Diploma or Advanced Diploma (Level 4, MQF) with at least a CGPA of 2.0.
Matriculation/foundation: Minimum CGPA of 2.0.
UEC: Pass with a minimum Grade B6 in 5 subjects and passes in mathematics and English.
Canadian Pre-U/Canadian International Matriculation: Average of 60% in 6 subjects.
AUSMAT/HSC/SACE/TEE/ WACE: ATAR score of 60% OR a minimum 60% average in 5 subjects.
International Baccalaureate (IB): 26/42 in 6 subjects.
Other qualifications deemed equivalent by the Government of Malaysia.

English Language Requirements

An applicant is required to possess a sufficient level of English language proficiency by obtaining one of the following:

Local Student:

MUET: Band 3
SPM English: Grade B+
SPM English: 1119/O-Level/IGCSE: Grade C
UEC English: Grade A2
IELTS: Band 5.5
TOEFL iBT: 46

International Student:

Cambridge English Qualifications and Tests (i. B1 Preliminary, B2 First, C1 Advanced C2 Proficiency ): 160
Cambridge English Qualifications and Tests (ii. Linguiskill Online): 160
Cambridge English Qualifications and Tests (iii. Occupational English Test (OET)(Conventional/Online): 200
MUET: Band 4
TOEFL/IBT: 46
Pearson Test of English: 51
TOEFL Essentials (Online): 8
IELTS: Band 5.5