Universiti Tunku Abdul Rahman - (R2/314/6/0015)04/24(A9682)
Bachelor of Economics (Hons) Global Economics
- Delivery: Face to Face
- Study Level: Undergraduate
- Duration: 3 years
Acquire a comprehensive knowledge of economics and globalisation through this programme. Explore the global economy and analyse economic behaviours and decisions.
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Course Overview
This programme is designed to explore the complexity of economics within a global environmental framework. It equips students with analytical and strategic skills to discuss global economic issues, international trade trends and global investment opportunities. Such knowledge and skills are highly sought-after by organisations, especially multinational corporations engaged in global trade and investment.
International and professional accreditation
This degree is recognised by the Malaysian Association of Company Secretaries (MACS).
Career paths
As graduates of this programme, you have the opportunity to explore a wide range of careers, such as:
- Economist
- Economic Researcher
- Financial Planner
- Finance Consultant
- Corporate Finance Analyst
- Research and Analyst in Security
- Economic Advisor
- Insurance and Fund Manager
Key Facts
June, 2024
October, 2024
Course Structure
This programme comprises 32 core subjects, two MPU subjects, three electives, one language subject, one co-curriculum subject, a research project and an internship (industrial training).
Note: This is an indicative list of courses for general reference only. The programme structure and course sequence plan may be subject to change without notice.
- Business Law
- Co-Curriculum
- English for Business
- English for Management
- Financial Accounting Framework I
- History of Economic Thoughts
- Information Systems
- Macroeconomics I
- Malaysian Economy
- Management Principles
- Microeconomics I
- Microeconomics II
- Principles of Marketing
- Quantitative Techniques I
- Quantitative Techniques II
- Sun Zi's Art of War and Business Strategies
Entry Requirements
Academic Qualification
To meet the entry requirements for the course, you need to fulfil one of the requirements below:
- A minimum of a grade C (CGPA 2.00) in any two subjects at STPM level; OR
- A minimum grade of Jayyid in STAM; OR
- A minimum of a grade D in two relevant subjects at A-Level; OR
- A minimum of a grade B in five subjects in UEC; OR
- Australian Tertiary Admission Rank (ATAR) of 70 and a grade B in two relevant subjects in SAM; OR
- An average of 70 per cent in two relevant subjects and four other subjects in CPU; OR
- A minimum CGPA of 2.00 in foundation from UTAR; OR
- A minimum CGPA of 2.00 in foundation or matriculation from other higher learning institutes; OR
- A minimum CGPA of 2.00 in a diploma; OR
- Other equivalent qualifications recognised by the Malaysian Government
Note:
- All applicants must have a credit in mathematics and a pass in English at SPM level or equivalent.
- The credit requirement for mathematics and a pass in English at SPM level can be waived should the qualifications contain mathematics and English subjects with equivalent or higher achievement.