Diploma of Accountancy – ODL (Online Mode)
SEGi University · Kota Damansara, Malaysia
QS World University Ranking: #731
Quick Overview
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Master all the major accountancy essentials from basic skills in book-keeping to advanced accounting knowledge in preparing balance sheets, profit and loss accounts, trial balance, cash flow, bank reconciliation, adjustments and depreciation.
Our programme helps you learn the differences between the international accounting standards and the Malaysian accounting standards in social responsibility reporting and creating financial reports.
🎯 Course & Curriculum
Course structure
- Financial Accounting 1
- Financial Accounting 2
- Principles of Management and Principles of Economics
- Introduction to Finance and Technology and Introduction to Marketing
- Cost Accounting and Growth Mindset
- Taxation 1 and Taxation 2
- Company Law and Business Law
- Corporate Audit and Integrity and Anti-Corruption (KIAR)
- Business Mathematics and Business Law
- IT Application in Accounting and Financial Accounting 4
- Corporate Finance
- Corporate Audit
- Introduction to Management Accounting and Business Ethics
- Data Analysis and IT Application in Accounting
- IT Application in Accounting
Curriculum
| Semester | No. of modules | Module / subject category | credit hours | Semester total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | Compulsory modules | Financial Accounting 1 | ||
| Principles of Management | ||||
| Principles of Economics | ||||
| Penghayatan Etika dan Peradaban (Local) | ||||
| Bahasa Melayu Komunikasi 1 (International Students) | ||||
| Introduction to Finance and Technology | ||||
| Introduction to Marketing | ||||
| Financial Accounting 2 | ||||
| Growth Mindset | ||||
| Bahasa Kebangsaan A | ||||
| Cost Accounting | ||||
| Financial Accounting 3 | ||||
| Data Analysis | ||||
| Business Ethics | ||||
| Year 2 | Compulsory modules | Taxation 1 | ||
| Company Law | ||||
| Corporate Audit | ||||
| Business Mathematics | ||||
| Introduction to Management Accounting | ||||
| Business Law | ||||
| Integrity and Anti-Corruption (KIAR) | ||||
| IT Application in Accounting | ||||
| Taxation 2 | ||||
| Financial Accounting 4 | ||||
| Corporate Finance |
Career outcomes
- You build core accounting foundations for roles such as junior accounting assistant and accounts-support positions in both public and private organisations.
- You learn key areas employers expect for day-to-day finance work, including financial reporting, taxation basics, and corporate finance concepts.
- You gain practical skills in applying technology to accounting through IT Application in Accounting, which helps you stay relevant in modern bookkeeping and reporting workflows.
- You develop workplace-ready business knowledge alongside accounting (for example business law, corporate audit, and integrity and anti-corruption), supporting career readiness for audit and compliance-related support roles.
- You graduate with a Diploma qualification from SEGi University, supporting progression into further professional studies and higher-level accountancy pathways.
Employability rate
Malaysia-based employers typically hire graduates of accounting and related diploma-level programmes at a stable rate, with an estimated employability of about 78% and an unemployment rate of about 22% depending on local hiring cycles and candidate experience.
Together, these figures suggest a generally steady outlook for entry-level accounting-support roles for qualified graduates.
✅ Entry Requirements
Academic qualification
| Requirement | Details |
|---|---|
| School-leaving qualification or equivalent | International applicants can apply with SPM / O-Level or its equivalent with 3 credits, or UEC with 3 credits, or a related SKM Level 3, or a related certificate or equivalent. |
| Additional subject requirements (Mathematics and English) | International applicants must have credit in Mathematics and a pass in English at SPM / O-Level or its equivalent. If there is no credit in Mathematics, the student is required to pass a Maths Enhancement subject. |
| MQA-APEL (where applicable) | The programme entry list includes MQA-APEL T4 as a recognised qualification route for applicants, as stated on the SEGi programme page. |
Module matching by study area
| Study area | Match possible? | Conditions |
|---|---|---|
| Business & Management | Direct match | This diploma focuses on core accounting and business modules such as Financial Accounting, Taxation, Corporate Finance, and Company Law. |
Language requirements
SEGi requires international applicants to meet the programme English language requirement. For this diploma, the English entry requirement is published on the programme page.
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 | |
| Application fee | Not published |
Proof of financial resources
International applicants should prepare proof of funds for study and visa-related processing. SEGi also states fees for international students as part of the application and international student visa process.
- International students: admission and international student Visa application fees of RM 3,150 (subject to change).
- Prepare funds to cover university study-related costs as required by Malaysian visa processes.
Important dates
Application window
| Milestone | January - Winter intake | September - Summer intake |
|---|---|---|
| Application portal opens | January 13, 2026 | September 15, 2026 |
| Application deadline (final submit) | N/A | N/A |
| 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 | January 12, 2026 | September 14, 2026 |
Pre-application & reviews
| Milestone | January - Winter intake | September - 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 | January - Winter intake | September - Summer intake |
|---|---|---|
| Application submission deadline | Not published on the official programme page for international applicants | Not published on the official programme page for international applicants |
| 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
Submit the international student application documents
International applicants first prepare the SEGi international student document set, including the application form, academic transcripts/certificates, and a full passport copy. SEGi’s international student process also includes submission of relevant academic documents for assessment to the Registry. If the programme requires English proficiency, include a certified copy of the English certificate in your application pack.
Assessment and eligibility approval by Registry
After document submission, SEGi states that the Registry assesses and evaluates applicants based on the minimum entry requirements to determine eligibility into the preferred programme. Counselors then notify eligible students to proceed with payment and the next steps of application. Keep copies of your submitted documents for follow-up.
Pay admission and international student visa processing fees, then receive an offer letter
SEGi states that eligible students must make admission and international student visa application fees of RM 3,150 (subject to change). After acceptance and completed document submission, Registry prepares the offer letter. Follow the payment instructions provided during the SEGi international student process.
Visa application processing through SEGi International Office
SEGi states that the International Office will submit the completed set of documents to EMGS for visa application and handle visa matters. Ensure your documents remain valid and respond promptly if additional information is requested. Monitor your email/communications from SEGi for visa-related updates.