Master of Finance
Asia Pacific University of Technology & Innovation · Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
QS World University Ranking: N/A
Quick Overview
Apply Now📘 Program Overview
The Master of Finance at Asia Pacific University of Technology & Innovation (APU) is designed to build a strong understanding of financial workings and their application to business, investment, and decision-making in today’s financial world.
The programme includes 10 coursework modules (including Research Methodology) and a Project, covering areas such as securities, futures and options, corporate finance, financial statement analysis, fixed income and equity investment, international finance, and investment and portfolio management.
🎯 Course & Curriculum
Course structure
- Pre-requisite modules for non-finance students: Managerial Finance and Investment, Markets and Financial Decisions
- Study the foundations of financial analysis and decision-making using Quantitative Methods for Decision Making
- Build capability in finance theory and practice needed for real-world financial applications
- Advance into Financial Markets and Institutions and Investment and Portfolio Management
- Complete Research Methodology to support your project work and academic writing
- Develop analysis and evaluation skills for financial and investment problems
- Complete the Project as part of the Master of Finance programme
- Apply research methodology skills to develop your project report and present findings
- Produce a final report conforming to academic writing conventions
Curriculum
MQA programme accreditation for Master of Finance shows total credits as 45 (full-time and part-time, Malaysia). Semester-by-semester credit breakdown is not published in the official sources available in this research step.
| Semester | No. of modules | Module / subject category | credit hours | Semester total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Programme total | Coursework modules plus Project (as per MQA total credits) | Master of Finance (coursework modules and Project total) | 45 | 45 |
| Total | Total programme credits | 45 credit hours | ||
Career outcomes
- You gain an in-depth, decision-focused understanding of finance that supports career paths such as Financial Analyst, Financial Planner, and Investment Banker.
- You develop practical analytical skills used in roles across corporate finance, securities research, portfolio management, and treasury management.
- You build capability in investment and portfolio decision-making that helps you pursue opportunities in investment management and asset management.
- You strengthen your ability to apply qualitative and quantitative techniques to financial and investment problems, which employers typically look for in finance graduate hiring.
- You finish with a research-based project experience, so you can present structured, academically grounded finance work during interviews and applications.
Employability rate
Employability and unemployment rates for Master of Finance graduates specifically in Malaysia are not published as a single official figure by APU on the programme page, so an exact verified percentage cannot be stated here.
In general, this field has steady demand in financial services because many employers require trained analysts for finance, investment, risk, and advisory roles.
✅ Entry Requirements
Academic qualification
| Requirement | Details |
|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree | International applicants must hold a relevant bachelor’s degree (or an equivalent qualification) for consideration for entry to the Master of Finance. The university states example bachelor backgrounds that may be considered, and also notes that entry requirements may differ by programme based on the latest Malaysian Qualifications Agency (MQA) standards. |
| Higher secondary / A-Level | Master’s programme entry for international applicants is based on a bachelor’s degree (or equivalent), not school-leaving certificates. |
Module matching by study area
| Study area | Match possible? | Conditions |
|---|---|---|
| Business & Management | Direct match | The university indicates that applicants with Bachelor’s degrees in Business, Economics, Banking & Finance, and related fields may be considered for entry to the Master of Finance. |
Language requirements
For international applicants, Asia Pacific University of Technology and Innovation lists IELTS Academic English language requirements for admission to the Master of Finance, with an option to apply for an English exemption with supporting documents when the applicant’s previous qualification was taught in English or from an English-speaking context.
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MOI (Medium of Instruction)
💶 Fees & Funding
| Item | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | MYR 42000 / total program | Total for international students: RM 42,000 (fees stated exclude deposits and other miscellaneous fees). For international students, fees indicated exclude 6% Sales and Service Tax (SST); please refer to Fee Guide for details. |
Proof of financial resources
International students applying for a visa-based study pass should be prepared to show proof of sufficient funds for tuition and living costs as required by Malaysian immigration/student pass rules. The amount and acceptable proof type can vary depending on your visa processing route and personal circumstances, so confirm the exact documentation and figures with the university’s international admissions guidance.
- Proof of sufficient funds for study in Malaysia (as required for international student visa/Student Pass processing).
- Any supporting documents you submit for visa processing as instructed by the university for international applicants.
Important dates
Application window
| Milestone | August - Winter intake | December - Summer intake |
|---|---|---|
| Application portal opens | January 01, 2025 | January 01, 2025 |
| Application deadline (final submit) | January 01, 2025 | January 01, 2025 |
| Application deadline (EU students) | N/A | N/A |
| Application deadline (Non-EU students) | N/A | N/A |
| Recommended apply-by | N/A | N/A |
| Semester begins | August 25, 2025 | December 15, 2025 |
Pre-application & reviews
| Milestone | August - Winter intake | December - Summer intake |
|---|---|---|
| VPD request - recommended | N/A | N/A |
| VPD result expected | N/A | N/A |
| APS - recommended | N/A | N/A |
| Start eligibility check | N/A | N/A |
Document submission deadlines
| Milestone | August - Winter intake | December - Summer intake |
|---|---|---|
| Application submission deadline | N/A | N/A |
| Document submission deadline (EU students) | N/A | N/A |
| Document submission deadline (Non-EU students) | N/A | N/A |
| Language certificate deadline | N/A | N/A |
| Official transcripts deadline | N/A | N/A |
| Certified translations deadline | N/A | N/A |
| Postal / hard-copy documents deadline | N/A | N/A |
| Missing documents (if requested) | N/A | N/A |
📝 How to Apply
Prepare your eligibility documents
Review the programme entry requirements and confirm that your bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) meets the university’s requirements for international applicants. If you plan to seek an English requirement exemption, prepare the supporting documents mentioned by the university for the exemption application. Gather your academic transcripts and any English test report you will use for admission, because these are core items for the application package.
Submit your application online
Complete your application through the university’s official “Apply Now” pathway for the Master of Finance programme. Upload the required documents in the requested format and ensure your English language evidence (or exemption supporting documents) is included when applicable. Submit your application within the published intake dates shown on the programme page so admissions can process your file in time for the intended start date.
Attend review and respond to any requests
After submission, the university may review your foreign qualification and application materials to confirm eligibility for the Master of Finance. If additional information or documents are requested (for example, during the English exemption evaluation), respond promptly to avoid processing delays. Keep copies of all submitted documents for your own records.