Diploma in Accounting
Sunway College Johor Bahru · Johor Bahru, Malaysia
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Quick Overview
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Sunway College’s Diploma in Accounting programme is the first diploma programme approved to offer ACCA Accelerated Pathway. It is designed to boost employability by equipping students with in-demand skills that support business needs in Malaysia.
The programme helps you progress into professional accounting qualifications such as ACCA and ICAEW, or you can advance into Accounting degrees at Sunway University or Victoria University. You will study a structured two-year programme covering financial and management accounting, taxation, audit, company law, and business-related subjects.
🎯 Course & Curriculum
Course structure
- Introduction to Financial Accounting
- Financial Accounting
- Cost and Management Accounting
- Business Law
- Business Communication II and English for Business Communication
- Employability Skills
- Computerised Accounting System
- Ethics and Governance
- Management Accounting Techniques
- Principles of Taxation and Malaysian Taxation
- Introduction to Audit and Audit and Assurance
- Introduction to Performance Management and Principles of Performance Management
Curriculum
90 credit hours total for Diploma in Accounting (Sunway College). Credit distribution is shown by year blocks as published on the programme structure page.
| Semester | No. of modules | Module / subject category | credit hours | Semester total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Year 1 (Semesters 1–2) | Year 1 modules | Introduction to Financial Accounting | ||
| Financial Accounting | ||||
| Financial Accounting Application | ||||
| Cost Accounting | ||||
| Cost Management Accounting | ||||
| Business Law | ||||
| Principles of Microeconomics | ||||
| Principles of Macroeconomics | ||||
| Mathematics and Statistics | ||||
| Introduction to Financial Management | ||||
| Principles of Management | ||||
| Business Communication II | ||||
| English for Business Communication | ||||
| Employability Skills | ||||
| Year 2 (Semesters 3–4) | Year 2 modules | Computerised Accounting System | ||
| Ethics and Governance | ||||
| Management Accounting Techniques | ||||
| Principles of Taxation | ||||
| Malaysian Taxation | ||||
| Company Law | ||||
| Principles of Marketing | ||||
| Business Organisation | ||||
| Introduction to Audit | ||||
| Audit and Assurance | ||||
| Introduction to Performance Management | ||||
| Principles of Performance Management | ||||
| Total | All Diploma in Accounting modules across Year 1 and Year 2 | 90 credit hours | ||
Career outcomes
- You build practical accounting and finance foundations through courses such as Financial Accounting, Cost Accounting, and Management Accounting Techniques, helping you prepare for entry-level roles in accounting and finance functions.
- The program prepares you for job options highlighted by the college, including Auditor, Chartered Accountant, and Tax Consultant pathways after completing the diploma.
- You develop job-ready workplace capability with employability-focused learning (Employability Skills) alongside business communication modules, supporting stronger readiness for interviews and early employment.
- You gain exposure to real-world operational systems through Computerised Accounting System, supporting smoother transition into accounting roles that use modern accounting software.
- You strengthen professional judgment and risk awareness through Ethics and Governance, Audit and Assurance, and Company Law, which supports progression toward roles with increasing responsibility.
Employability rate
For graduates of the field of accounting and finance, employability is commonly strong in Malaysia, with an estimated employability rate of around 82% and an estimated unemployment rate of about 18% where candidates have completed relevant accounting coursework and can demonstrate practical competence.
Together, these figures suggest a reasonably stable outlook, especially for students who build job-ready skills and pursue relevant professional progression after the diploma.
✅ Entry Requirements
Academic qualification
| Requirement | Details |
|---|---|
| School leaving qualification equivalent to Malaysian entry | International applicants must hold a pass in an appropriate school-leaving qualification or an equivalent qualification recognised for entry into the Diploma in Accounting. The programme entry requirements specify a minimum 3 credits including Mathematics and a pass in English, or equivalent passes in internationally recognised qualifications that include Mathematics and English. |
| MQA-recognised equivalent qualification | Students may be considered with other equivalent qualifications accredited by MQA, as stated in the programme entry requirements. Your qualification must be supported by official transcripts and certificates to allow assessment for equivalency. |
| Mathematics and English requirement | The Diploma in Accounting entry requirements include Mathematics and English at the school level, with the stated minimum credit/pass conditions. Applicants should ensure their documents clearly show the Mathematics and English results. |
Language requirements
For admission to the Diploma in Accounting, international applicants must meet the required English language competency level. The acceptable tests include IELTS, TOEFL, and MUET, where applicable based on your prior education background and medium of instruction.
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 | Official tuition fee for this programme is not published on the university programme page. For a complete fee structure, the website instructs applicants to contact [email protected]. |
| Enrolment fee | MYR 700 / one time | Enrolment Fee of RM700.00 is stated as non-refundable on the official application instructions for Sunway College @Velocity. |
| Student Pass or visa processing fee (EMGS) | MYR 3300 / one time | International student Student Pass or visa processing fee is stated as RM3,300 (paid to EMGS) on the official Sunway College international admissions guide. |
Proof of financial resources
International applicants are expected to show proof of funds for tuition and living expenses when required as part of the study visa process. If your studies will be financed by scholarship or a study loan, attach documentary evidence as part of your application.
- Documentary evidence if your studies will be financed by scholarship or study loan
- Proof of funds may be requested as part of the international student application and Student Pass processing
Important dates
Application window
| Milestone | January - Winter intake | April - Summer intake | August - Summer intake |
|---|---|---|---|
| Application portal opens | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Application deadline (final submit) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Application deadline (EU students) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Application deadline (Non-EU students) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Recommended apply-by | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Semester begins | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Pre-application & reviews
| Milestone | January - Winter intake | April - Summer intake | August - Summer intake |
|---|---|---|---|
| VPD request - recommended | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| VPD result expected | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| APS - recommended | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Start eligibility check | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Document submission deadlines
| Milestone | January - Winter intake | April - Summer intake | August - Summer intake |
|---|---|---|---|
| Application submission deadline | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Document submission deadline (EU students) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Document submission deadline (Non-EU students) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Language certificate deadline | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Official transcripts deadline | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Certified translations deadline | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Postal / hard-copy documents deadline | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Missing documents (if requested) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
📝 How to Apply
Prepare your documents and confirm eligibility
Review the Diploma in Accounting international entry requirements and ensure your school-leaving or equivalent qualifications include Mathematics and English at the required minimums. Collect official transcripts and certificates, and prepare your English language test results if required. Make sure your documents are complete before starting the application.
Submit your international application
Submit your application with the complete document set and any required fees through Sunway College’s international student admissions process. After the admissions office receives your complete documents and required fees, a Letter of Acceptance is issued if you meet the academic entry requirements. Ensure your uploads match what is requested (and keep copies of what you submit).
Student Pass processing and visa arrangements
Sunway College Johor Bahru submits the application and documents to Education Malaysia Global Services (EMGS) for approval and Student Pass processing. After visa approval, you will receive a Visa Approval Letter and must enter Malaysia before the validity period expires. With effect from February 2014, international students are required to apply for a Single Entry Visa (SEV) prior to travelling at the Malaysian High Commission in their home country.