UNITAR International University - (R2/344/4/0082) 02/27 (MQA/FA 1705)
Diploma in Accounting
- Delivery: Face to Face
- Study Level: Undergraduate
- Duration: 2.5 years
Acquire a firm grasp of accounting principles and technical skills relevant to business practices.
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Course Overview
This programme aims to offer students:
- A comprehensive understanding of computerised accounting systems.
- Knowledge of various aspects such as technology, taxation principles, auditing, and cost and management accounting.
- Technical skills related to business principles and significant practices in managing accounts and financial reports.
Paper exemption
Students will be eligible for a maximum of three paper exemptions from the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA)
Certifications
Students can obtain the following certifications:
- Microsoft Excel
- SQL Accounting
Admission via Accreditation of Prior Experiential Learning (APEL)
APEL enables local students to use their work experience to qualify for admission. There's also a chance to shorten their study duration and lower costs.
Career paths
Graduates of this programme will have a broad scope of roles available to them, including:
- Junior Accounts Executive
- Assistant Payroll Supervisor
- Assistant Financial Executive
- Junior Audit Executive
- Accounts Payable Executive
- Assistant Credit Officer
- Human Resource Executive
- Administrative Assistant or Executive
Key Facts
May, 2024
September, 2024
Course Structure
The programme consists of 20 core subjects, five MPU subjects, an English subject and an internship (industrial training).
- Introduction to Management
- Business Mathematics
- Fundamentals of Information Technology
- Introduction to Finance
- Appreciation of Entrepreneurship
- Introduction to Business Ethics and Values
- Introduction to Economics
- Introduction to Business Law
- Business Statistics
- Financial Accounting I
- Financial Accounting II
- Financial Accounting III
- Financial Accounting IV
- Introduction to Company Law
- Computerised Accounting System
- Principles of Taxation
- Taxation for Decision Making
- Auditing
- Cost and Management Accounting
- Intro to Digital Business
- Industrial Training
Entry Requirements
Academic Qualification
To meet the entry requirements for the course, you need to fulfil one of the requirements below:
- SPM - At least three credits in three subjects, including mathematics.
- STPM - A minimum of Grade C (GP 2.0) in any subject and credit in mathematics.
- STAM - A minimum grade of Maqbul (pass) and credit in mathematics.
- SKM in a related field - Subject to Senate approval and it is compulsory to attend bridging courses.
- Any qualifications accepted by UNITAR and equivalent to the above.
English Requirements
- International Students:;
- A minimum score of 5.5 for IELTS or its equivalent
- Local Students:
- Pass in SPM English