Bachelor of Accounting and Finance (Honours)
Asia Pacific University of Technology & Innovation · Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
QS World University Ranking: N/A
Quick Overview
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This degree combines strong accounting fundamentals with practical financial analysis and digital skills aligned with IR4.0 trends, and it exposes students to industry tools such as SAP.
The programme also provides exemptions from major professional accounting bodies, helping you progress toward internationally recognised accounting credentials while developing roles for accounting and finance careers.
🎯 Course & Curriculum
Course structure
- Quantitative Skills
- Introduction to Management
- Business and Communication Skills
- Financial Accounting 1 and Financial Accounting 2
- Accounting Information System and SAP ERP System in Accounting
- Advanced Financial Accounting & Reporting
- Taxation, Management Accounting, and Auditing and Assurance
- Investment and Portfolio Analysis and Financial Management
- Corporate Governance and Risk Management and Advanced Corporate Reporting
- Specialised module: Forensic Accounting
- Internship / Industrial Training for a minimum period of 16 weeks
- Application of accounting and finance skills in a working environment
- Preparation for transition from classroom to workplace
- Robo Auditing & Analytics with hands-on training using Robotics Process Automation (RPA) software
- ESG modules: Strategy, Sustainability and Leadership
- Emerging Accounting Technologies and Analytics
- Final year project through Accounting & Finance Research Project
- Modules include: Advanced Auditing, Research Methodology in Accounting and Finance, Corporate Finance, and Advanced Taxation
Curriculum
APU Bachelor of Accounting and Finance (Honours) curriculum structure covering Degree Level 1, Degree Level 2, internship, Degree Level 3, and MQA compulsory modules. Credit hours are not published for individual modules in the available official curriculum source.
| Semester | No. of modules | Module / subject category | credit hours | Semester total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Degree Level 1 | Common modules | Quantitative Skills | ||
| Introduction to Management | ||||
| Business and Communication Skills | ||||
| Financial Accounting 1 | ||||
| Accounting Information System | ||||
| Business Economics | ||||
| Financial Accounting 2 | ||||
| SAP ERP System in Accounting | ||||
| Business Law | ||||
| Marketing | ||||
| Financial System | ||||
| Degree Level 2 | Common and specialised modules | Advanced Financial Accounting & Reporting | ||
| Taxation | ||||
| Management Accounting | ||||
| Auditing and Assurance | ||||
| Investment and Portfolio Analysis | ||||
| Financial Management | ||||
| Corporate Governance and Risk Management | ||||
| Advanced Corporate Reporting | ||||
| Financial Planning | ||||
| Company Law | ||||
| Performance Management | ||||
| Forensic Accounting | ||||
| Internship / Industrial Training | Professional training component | Internship / Industrial Training (16 Weeks) | ||
| Degree Level 3 | Advanced modules and final year project | Advanced Auditing | ||
| Research Methodology in Accounting and Finance | ||||
| Corporate Finance | ||||
| Advanced Taxation | ||||
| Strategy, Sustainability & Leadership | ||||
| Advanced Performance Management | ||||
| Global Banking & Finance | ||||
| Emerging Accounting Technologies and Analytics | ||||
| Specialised Accounting | ||||
| Accounting & Finance Research Project | ||||
| Accounting Theory and Emerging Issues | ||||
| Public Sector Accounting | ||||
| Robo Auditing & Analytics | ||||
| MQA Compulsory Subjects | University and Malaysian Qualification Agency compulsory components | Appreciation of Ethics and Civilisation (M’sian Students) | ||
| Malay Communication Language (International Students) | ||||
| Philosophy and Current Issues | ||||
| Workplace Professional Skills | ||||
| Integrity and Anti-corruption | ||||
| Co-Curriculum |
Career outcomes
- You build job-ready accounting and finance foundations through core subjects such as Financial Accounting, Advanced Financial Accounting & Reporting, and Corporate Finance, preparing you for professional reporting roles.
- The program develops practical business tools and workflows, including training with accounting software and SAP ERP System in Accounting, so you are better prepared for industry expectations.
- You gain performance and risk capabilities that employers look for through Corporate Governance and Risk Management, Financial Planning, and Corporate Reporting focused modules.
- With a dedicated forensic route and applied learning (Forensic Accounting plus RPA and analytics exposure), you become a stronger fit for auditing, assurance, internal controls, and analytical finance roles.
- The 16-week internship supports real workplace readiness by helping you apply accounting and finance skills in an organisation before graduation.
- You graduate with the accounting-and-finance specialism and applied technology exposure employers need for roles like Financial Analyst, Auditor, Tax Accountant, Management Accountant, and Financial Manager.
Employability rate
International labour-market figures specific to Bachelor of Accounting and Finance (Honours) graduates in Malaysia are not published on the university page, so an exact verified employability rate cannot be stated from official sources.
However, graduates typically pursue accounting, auditing, tax, and financial analysis pathways where ongoing demand for qualified accounting and finance professionals supports generally stable job prospects.
✅ Entry Requirements
Academic qualification
| Requirement | Details |
|---|---|
| International / foreign qualifications | International applicants’ entry is assessed using the university’s international admissions standards and the MQA equivalency approach. Your school-leaving or qualification equivalent must meet the published international entry requirements for this APU bachelor programme. |
| Mathematics requirement | The published international entry requirements include a mathematics-related subject condition for progression to the degree. The exact qualification path and mathematics credit requirement depend on the foreign qualification you completed. |
| Programme-specific variation notice | APU states that international entry requirements may differ for specific programmes based on the latest MQA programme standards and the published equivalency comparison list. Applicants should review the programme page and submit their transcripts/qualification details for assessment. |
Module matching by study area
| Study area | Match possible? | Conditions |
|---|---|---|
| Business & Management | Direct match | Accounting and finance-focused background at school or in previous studies generally aligns well with Degree Level 1 learning outcomes (financial and business fundamentals plus accounting systems). |
Language requirements
For international applicants, APU publishes the minimum English language requirements for entry to Bachelor degree studies. The required tests are IELTS Academic, TOEFL iBT, PTE Academic, or MUET band results as listed by the university.
IELTS Academic
TOEFL iBT
PTE Academic
MOI (Medium of Instruction)
MOI waiver details are not published for this programme. See the English test requirements above.
Other accepted proofs
💶 Fees & Funding
| Item | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | MYR 108500 / total program | APU shows International total fees for Bachelor of Accounting and Finance (Honours) as RM 108,500 (fees stated exclude deposits and other miscellaneous fees; international fees exclude 6% Sales and Service Tax imposed by the Malaysian Government). |
Proof of financial resources
International students typically need to demonstrate they can finance their studies and living costs for Malaysia. Prepare evidence of available funds in the format requested by the visa/student pass requirements and any document checklist used for international applicants.
- Proof of sufficient funds to cover tuition and study-related expenses for your Malaysia student pass application (per Malaysia international student guidance and any APU document checklist).
- If required, bank statements and supporting documents showing available funds (in the format requested by the admissions or student pass process).
Important dates
Application window
| Milestone |
|---|
| Application portal opens |
| Application deadline (final submit) |
| Application deadline (EU students) |
| Application deadline (Non-EU students) |
| Recommended apply-by |
| Semester begins |
Pre-application & reviews
| Milestone |
|---|
| VPD request - recommended |
| VPD result expected |
| APS - recommended |
| Start eligibility check |
Document submission deadlines
| Milestone |
|---|
| Application submission deadline |
| Document submission deadline (EU students) |
| Document submission deadline (Non-EU students) |
| Language certificate deadline |
| Official transcripts deadline |
| Certified translations deadline |
| Postal / hard-copy documents deadline |
| Missing documents (if requested) |
📝 How to Apply
Apply online through APU admissions
Use APU’s official application entry point to submit your application for this bachelor programme during the published application window. Complete the applicant details carefully and upload the required documents requested for international applicants. If you are missing any supporting document, check whether admissions allows later submission and follow their instructions.
Submit your international qualification documents for assessment
Provide certified academic documents (transcripts and certificates) that show your prior qualification. Because APU notes that entry requirements for international applicants may vary by programme standards and MQA equivalency, your document set must be clear and complete. Admissions will assess whether your qualification and subject profile meet the international entry requirements for this degree.
Provide English language evidence
Submit the English language test results in line with the programme’s listed international minimums (IELTS Academic, TOEFL iBT, PTE Academic, and/or MUET as published by APU). Ensure your test report is valid for your application. If your prior medium of instruction or language evidence is different, confirm with admissions how your case is assessed before you submit.