Master of Accountancy – ODL (Online Mode)
SEGi University · Kota Damansara, Malaysia
QS World University Ranking: #731
Quick Overview
Apply Now📘 Program Overview
The Master of Accountancy (MAcc) programme at SEGi University is your pathway to a successful career in accounting, designed to provide an in-depth exploration of fundamental accounting principles. It prepares students for CIMA (Chartered Institute of Management Accountants) examinations and supports flexible learning for working professionals.
Delivered by experienced academics in small-class settings, the curriculum also emphasizes social, professional, and ethical responsibilities in the accounting profession. Students gain knowledge of international accounting principles and can pursue roles in financial and management accounting, taxation, auditing, investment, financial advising, banking, and stockbroking.
🎯 Course & Curriculum
Course structure
- Advanced Management Accounting
- Accounting Theory & Policy
- Issues in Auditing & Assurance
- Taxation
- Advanced Corporate Reporting and Accounting Research Method
- Advanced Financial Management and Strategic Management
- Applied Research Paper
- Elective I and Elective II (choose from electives such as Risk Management & Governance, Financial Statement Analysis, and Investment Decisions)
- Complete programme modules through SEGi’s flexible online learning format
- Develop written, verbal, and technological skills for professional accounting practice
- Apply international accounting perspective and principles across coursework
- Prepare for professional progression supported by the programme’s alignment with CIMA examinations
Curriculum
| Semester | No. of modules | Module / subject category | credit hours | Semester total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 12 modules including compulsory and elective modules | Advanced Management Accounting | 4 | 48 |
| Accounting Theory & Policy | 4 | |||
| Issues in Auditing & Assurance | 4 | |||
| Taxation | 4 | |||
| Advanced Corporate Reporting | 4 | |||
| Accounting Research Method | 4 | |||
| Advanced Financial Management | 4 | |||
| Strategic Management | 4 | |||
| Applied Research Paper | 4 | |||
| Elective I | 4 | |||
| Elective II | 4 | |||
| Elective Modules (choose from: Risk Management & Governance, Financial Statement Analysis, Investment Decisions) | 4 | |||
| Total | Total credits for Master of Accountancy – ODL (Online Mode) | 40 credit hours | ||
Career outcomes
- You gain advanced training for roles in financial and management accounting, built around modules such as Advanced Management Accounting and Advanced Corporate Reporting.
- You develop auditing capability through Issues in Auditing & Assurance, helping you position for auditing and assurance-focused career paths.
- You strengthen your taxation and corporate reporting expertise, supporting career moves into tax advisory and compliance-related accounting roles.
- You build decision-making and governance skills using electives such as Risk Management & Governance, Financial Statement Analysis, and Investment Decisions.
- You develop accounting research capability through Accounting Research Method and Applied Research Paper, supporting evidence-based work in finance and accounting functions.
- You are prepared for professional progression supported by the programme’s stated preparation for CIMA examinations and related global opportunities.
- You study in an online mode designed for working professionals, helping you keep career momentum while upskilling in postgraduate accounting.
Employability rate
Employability outcomes for accounting master’s graduates in Malaysia are typically strongest in finance, audit, taxation, and corporate reporting roles, where demand remains steady for qualified candidates.
Together, this supports a generally stable career outlook for graduates who can demonstrate postgraduate accounting capability alongside practical experience.
✅ Entry Requirements
Academic qualification
| Requirement | Details |
|---|---|
| Bachelor’s degree (accounting or related field) | International applicants must hold a Bachelor’s degree in accounting or a related field. A minimum CGPA of 2.75 is required for standard entry. |
| CGPA 2.50 to 2.75 (conditional consideration) | International applicants with a Bachelor’s degree in accounting or a related field with CGPA above 2.50 but not meeting 2.75 may be accepted, subject to the university’s rigorous internal assessment. |
| Professional accounting qualifications (equivalent to a Bachelor’s) | Relevant professional accounting qualifications equivalent to a Bachelor’s degree may be accepted for international applicants. |
| Other qualifications equivalent to a Bachelor’s | Other qualifications equivalent to a Bachelor’s degree may be accepted for international applicants with a minimum CGPA of 2.75. |
| CGPA below 2.50 (working experience) | A Bachelor’s degree in accounting or a related field with CGPA below 2.50 may be accepted, subject to a minimum of 5 years of working experience in the relevant field. |
Module matching by study area
| Study area | Match possible? | Conditions |
|---|---|---|
| Accounting and Finance | Direct match | The programme entry route is for a Bachelor’s degree in accounting or a related field (or an equivalent professional accounting qualification). |
Language requirements
International applicants must provide proof of English proficiency. For this Master of Accountancy (ODL) online programme, the stated minimum for foreign students is IELTS 5.5.
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 |
Proof of financial resources
Important dates
Application window
| Milestone | October - Winter intake |
|---|---|
| Application portal opens | N/A |
| Application deadline (final submit) | N/A |
| Application deadline (EU students) | N/A |
| Application deadline (Non-EU students) | N/A |
| Recommended apply-by | N/A |
| Semester begins | N/A |
Pre-application & reviews
| Milestone | October - Winter intake |
|---|---|
| VPD request - recommended | N/A |
| VPD result expected | N/A |
| APS - recommended | N/A |
| Start eligibility check | N/A |
Document submission deadlines
| Milestone | October - Winter intake |
|---|---|
| Application submission deadline | N/A |
| Document submission deadline (EU students) | N/A |
| Document submission deadline (Non-EU students) | N/A |
| Language certificate deadline | N/A |
| Official transcripts deadline | N/A |
| Certified translations deadline | N/A |
| Postal / hard-copy documents deadline | N/A |
| Missing documents (if requested) | N/A |
📝 How to Apply
Review eligibility and prepare your documents
Confirm you meet the Master of Accountancy (ODL) entry requirements for international applicants, including the Bachelor’s degree pathway and English proficiency requirement. Prepare your academic transcripts and degree certificate (or equivalent professional qualification). If your CGPA is between 2.50 and 2.75, or below 2.50 with working experience, ensure you have documents that support the relevant pathway.
Submit the application through the university’s official apply route
Use the university’s official apply action for the programme to submit your application during the intake window. Complete the online form carefully and upload the required documents in the requested format. If you are applying through the CGPA exception route or via professional accounting qualifications, upload supporting evidence for internal assessment.
Provide English test results
Submit proof of English proficiency according to the published requirement for foreign students. For this programme, the minimum stated requirement is IELTS 5.5. Ensure your test results meet the university’s submission expectations before the deadline for your intake.
Respond to any follow-up checks
If your CGPA does not meet the standard threshold, the university may review your application through internal assessment. Be ready to provide additional information if requested, especially for applicants applying with working experience or equivalent qualifications. After assessment, follow any instructions sent by the university to progress your enrolment.