Master of Accounting and Finance
Lincoln University College · Petaling Jaya, Malaysia
QS World University Ranking: N/A
Quick Overview
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The Master of Accounting and Finance at Lincoln University College is designed to enhance candidates’ knowledge in accounting and finance and build expertise for a long-term corporate career. The programme provides an advanced curriculum covering accounting, finance, and financial markets fundamentals, aiming to prepare students for roles such as auditor, financial controller, and finance advisory functions.
This Master of Accounting and Finance programme has intakes in March, July, and October, and supports study in both full-time and part-time formats. It includes modules such as Accounting Theory, Financial Accounting and disclosure, Audit and assurance, Legal environment of business, Economics for Business: Applications and Policy, Finance essentials, and a final Project Paper.
🎯 Course & Curriculum
Course structure
- Accounting Theory (MAF 7013) builds your understanding of how accounting practice is shaped by theory and evidence.
- Financial Accounting and disclosure (MAF 7023) develops skills for preparing and interpreting financial information and disclosures.
- Audit and assurance (MAF 7033) introduces core auditing concepts and assurance responsibilities.
- Legal environment of business (MAF 7043) covers business law themes that affect accounting and financial reporting.
- Economics for Business: Applications and Policy (MAF 7053) links economic ideas to business decisions and policy impacts.
- Finance essentials (MAF 7063), Managerial accounting (MAF 7073), and Taxation (MAF 7083) deepen your technical finance and accounting expertise.
- Research Methodology (MAF 7093) supports the research skills needed for the program’s project paper.
- Accounting information systems (MAF 7103) strengthens your ability to manage accounting data using information systems.
- Professional ethics, values and governance (MAF 7113) focuses on professionalism and ethical standards in accounting and finance roles.
- Entrepreneurial Finance (MAF 7123) and Financial Markets (MAF 7133) expand your understanding of funding, markets, and financial decision-making.
- Project Paper (MAF 7136) is the culminating work that applies the program’s learning through a substantial research-based output.
Curriculum
48 credit hours Master of Accounting and Finance programme structure.
| Semester | No. of modules | Module / subject category | credit hours | Semester total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Semester 1 | Compulsory modules | Accounting Theory | 3 | 21 |
| Financial Accounting and disclosure | 3 | |||
| Audit and assurance | 3 | |||
| Legal environment of business | 3 | |||
| Economics for Business: Applications and Policy | 3 | |||
| Finance essentials | 3 | |||
| Managerial accounting | 3 | |||
| Semester 2 | Compulsory modules and Project Paper | Taxation | 3 | 24 |
| Research Methodology | 3 | |||
| Accounting information systems | 3 | |||
| Professional ethics, values and governance | 3 | |||
| Entrepreneurial Finance | 3 | |||
| Financial Markets | 3 | |||
| Project Paper | 6 | |||
| Semester 3 | Compulsory module | Project Paper | 3 | 3 |
| Total | Total programme compulsory modules and Project Paper | 48 credit hours | ||
Career outcomes
- You graduate with advanced, job-relevant preparation for roles such as Auditor and Financial Analyst, directly aligned to the program’s accounting, auditing, and finance focus.
- If you want leadership in finance teams, the curriculum is designed to support pathways toward Managerial Accountant roles and Chief Financial Officer (CFO)-level responsibilities.
- You build applied expertise that supports finance and advisory services careers, including work in business development and professional financial functions.
- The program’s emphasis on auditing, professional ethics, and governance helps you demonstrate stronger compliance and integrity skills for accounting and finance employers.
- You strengthen research and analytical capability through Research Methodology and the Project Paper, supporting evidence-based decision-making in finance roles.
Employability rate
Employability data for Malaysia-specific graduates of this exact Lincoln University College Master of Accounting and Finance programme is not published in the official sources available to this CMS enrichment step, so an exact employability percentage and unemployment percentage cannot be verified here.
As a result, international applicants should rely on the programme’s stated career outcomes and subject focus when planning their career pathway in Malaysia.
✅ Entry Requirements
Academic qualification
| Requirement | Details |
|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree and academic standing | International applicants must have a bachelor's degree (MQF Level 6) in Accounting and Finance or a related field, or an equivalent qualification accepted by Lincoln University College Senate. A minimum CGPA of 2.75 is required, or a CGPA above 2.50 may be accepted subject to the university’s internal assessment. Applicants with professional Accounting and Finance qualifications equivalent to a bachelor’s degree, or other equivalent qualifications with a minimum CGPA of 2.75, may also be considered. |
| If your CGPA is below 2.50 | For applicants with a bachelor’s degree in Accounting and Finance or a related field below CGPA 2.50, admission may be considered subject to a minimum of 5 years of relevant working experience. |
Language requirements
For international applicants, Lincoln University College requires proof of English proficiency suitable for postgraduate study.
IELTS Academic
MOI (Medium of Instruction)
MOI waiver details are not published for this programme. See the English test requirements above.
💶 Fees & Funding
| Item | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | Not published | For details about tuition fees for local and international students, Lincoln University College instructs applicants to contact [email protected] or [email protected] or [email protected]. |
Proof of financial resources
International students must be able to show sufficient funds to cover tuition and living expenses for the duration of their studies in Malaysia, as part of the student visa process.
- Official bank or financial documentation showing available funds for the study period (amount not published on the university program pages found).
- Any additional financial document requirements requested during the student pass/visa processing stage (varies by case).
Important dates
Application window
| Milestone |
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| 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 |
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| VPD request - recommended |
| VPD result expected |
| APS - recommended |
| Start eligibility check |
Document submission deadlines
| Milestone |
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| 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
Review eligibility for international applicants
Check that your bachelor’s degree (or equivalent professional qualification) and academic standing meet the international entry requirements listed by Lincoln University College. Confirm whether your English proficiency evidence matches the stated TOEFL/IELTS requirement for international applicants. If your CGPA is below 2.50, verify you meet the minimum relevant work experience condition. Prepare your documents before you start the online application.
Submit the application to Lincoln University College
Complete the university’s online application during the published intake window. Upload the required supporting documents (including academic transcripts) in the requested format. Ensure your English proficiency evidence is included as part of your submission for international applicants. After submitting, monitor communications from the admissions team.
Wait for admission review and prepare for enrolment
The university reviews your academic qualification, CGPA standing (or equivalent), and English proficiency evidence for international applicants. If you meet the entry requirements, you will be guided on the next steps toward enrolment for your chosen intake. Plan your preparation timeline so you have time for any requested clarifications on documents. Keep your passport and academic records ready for the visa and enrolment processes.