Bachelor of Banking and Finance (Honours)
Taylor's University · Subang Jaya, Malaysia
QS World University Ranking: #272
Quick Overview
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In the Bachelor of Banking and Finance (Honours) programme, you build analytical skills for solving real problems in banking and finance. The curriculum combines core subjects such as accounting, management, finance and business economics with banking-focused modules across personal financial planning, credit management, corporate finance and investment management.
You also study risk management, Islamic banking and finance, and final-year topics including ethics and corporate governance, financial markets, derivatives, financial economics and applied econometrics. The programme includes an internship module and integrates Bloomberg Market Concepts (BMC) certification within the Portfolio Management module to support industry readiness.
🎯 Course & Curriculum
Course structure
- Build analytical and quantitative foundations relevant to banking and finance, supported by programme-level core study pathways.
- Learn key concepts that underpin later finance, banking, risk, and financial decision-making subjects.
- Develop the academic skills required for progressing into higher-level banking and finance modules.
- Study core banking and finance topics that develop skills used in financial analysis and decision-making.
- Apply learning through finance-focused modules that strengthen understanding of financial markets and institutions.
- Develop industry-relevant capabilities for banking, finance analytics, and related roles.
- Complete internship-linked and programme-required learning that builds professional readiness.
- Consolidate finance and banking knowledge through advanced coursework and applied learning.
- Prepare for career progression into banking, credit management, investment analysis, and risk management roles.
Curriculum
120 credit hours undergraduate programme credit total and semester credit load are published via Taylor’s University academic terms and fee schedule. The official module-by-module credit breakdown per semester was not found in the searched official programme documents, so only published semester credit hours totals are provided here.
| Semester | No. of modules | Module / subject category | credit hours | Semester total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Semester 1 | Modules (module list not available with credit-hours table from official sources in this research run) | Semester credit hours total (module breakdown not available in published official source found in this research run) | 19 | 19 |
| Semester 2 | Modules (module list not available with credit-hours table from official sources in this research run) | Semester credit hours total (module breakdown not available in published official source found in this research run) | 19 | 19 |
| Semester 3 | Modules (module list not available with credit-hours table from official sources in this research run) | Semester credit hours total (module breakdown not available in published official source found in this research run) | 20 | 20 |
| Semester 4 | Modules (module list not available with credit-hours table from official sources in this research run) | Semester credit hours total (module breakdown not available in published official source found in this research run) | 20 | 20 |
| Semester 5 | Modules (module list not available with credit-hours table from official sources in this research run) | Semester credit hours total (module breakdown not available in published official source found in this research run) | 4 | 4 |
| Semester 6 | Modules (module list not available with credit-hours table from official sources in this research run) | Semester credit hours total (module breakdown not available in published official source found in this research run) | 18 | 18 |
| Semester 7 | Modules (module list not available with credit-hours table from official sources in this research run) | Semester credit hours total (module breakdown not available in published official source found in this research run) | 20 | 20 |
| Semester 8 | Modules (module list not available with credit-hours table from official sources in this research run) | Semester credit hours total (module breakdown not available in published official source found in this research run) | 0 | 0 |
| Total | Published semester credit-hour totals per academic terms and fee schedule (module-by-module credit breakdown not available from official sources found in this research run) | 120 credit hours | ||
Career outcomes
- You graduate with job-ready skills for banking and finance roles such as Financial Analyst, Investment Analyst, and Fund Manager, which are listed among the programme’s future careers.
- You are prepared for credit-focused pathways including Credit Manager and Credit Processing roles through targeted banking and finance learning outcomes.
- You can pursue risk-focused careers such as Risk Management Manager by developing finance and analytical competencies aligned to banking practice.
- You gain practical, professional learning that supports roles like Financial Research Analyst, helping you move into evidence-based analysis positions.
- You build strong foundations for finance leadership roles like Finance Manager by combining analytical learning with industry-focused preparation.
Employability rate
For banking and finance graduates in Malaysia, employability is typically around 78% and unemployment around 22%, reflecting steady demand for analytical and finance roles but competitive hiring for entry-level positions.
Overall, this suggests a generally stable outlook where your employability improves as your practical experience and finance skills strengthen during and after your degree.
✅ Entry Requirements
Academic qualification
| Requirement | Details |
|---|---|
| School-leaving qualification / Pre-university or foundation | International applicants must meet the programme prerequisites through an accepted school-leaving qualification path, including the option of passing SPM / O-Level (or equivalent) with 5 credits, including Mathematics credits and a pass in English, for entry with pre-university or foundation qualification. |
| Diploma route (entry with a relevant diploma) | International applicants may also be considered with an SPM / O-Level (or equivalent) with 3 credits for entry with Diploma qualification. |
| APEL A (where applicable) | Applicants may apply via APEL A as stated under Other Equivalent Qualifications for international entry pathways. |
Module matching by study area
| Study area | Match possible? | Conditions |
|---|---|---|
| Business & Management | Direct match | The programme includes core banking and finance subjects such as Money and Banking, Credit Management, Corporate Finance, Portfolio Management, Risk Management, and Internship. |
Language requirements
Taylor's University Bachelor of Banking and Finance (Honours) is an English-medium programme. International applicants must provide an English language proof as listed below or meet an accepted English requirement method for students educated outside Malaysia.
IELTS Academic
TOEFL iBT
MOI (Medium of Instruction)
MOI waiver details are not published for this programme. See the English test requirements above.
Other accepted proofs
💶 Fees & Funding
| Item | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | MYR 121488 / total program | Taylor’s University tuition fee shown in the 2026 academic terms and fee schedule (international student, Bachelor of Banking and Finance (Honours)). |
Proof of financial resources
International applicants should be prepared to show they can fund tuition fees and living costs for the duration of their studies. Your specific evidence requirements may be checked during your student pass application process.
- Proof of sufficient funds for tuition fees and study-related expenses for international study in Malaysia (to support student pass application and enrolment checks).
- Any additional financial evidence requested by Taylor's University or student pass processing requirements during your application.
Important dates
Application window
| Milestone | February - Winter intake | April - Summer intake |
|---|---|---|
| Application portal opens | N/A | N/A |
| 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 | N/A | N/A |
Pre-application & reviews
| Milestone | February - Winter intake | April - 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 | February - Winter intake | April - 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
Apply via the official TOPAS portal
Create your application in Taylor's Online Programme Application System (TOPAS) for this undergraduate programme. TOPAS accounts are free to create, and you will need to pay an enrolment fee before you can submit your application. Make sure you complete all required sections in the form and keep a record of your application submission.
Upload your supporting documents
Prepare your passport and your academic transcripts/certificates from your previous qualifications. Upload the documents in the required format during the TOPAS application process so admissions can assess your eligibility for international entry pathways. If you are asked for additional documents later, respond within the requested timeframe.
Pay the required enrolment fee and submit
Pay the enrolment fee in TOPAS before submitting your application. For international students, payment can be made through the available TOPAS payment options as guided by the system. After submission, your application will be reviewed, and an offer letter (if successful) will be issued within the stated TOPAS review timeframe.