Diploma in Accounting
UNITAR International University Johor Bahru · Johor Bahru, Malaysia
QS World University Ranking: N/A
Quick Overview
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The Diploma in Accounting at UNITAR International University Johor Bahru provides a solid foundation in accounting knowledge, practical accounting skills for preparing accounts and financial reports, and technology-enabled accounting work. You will also be exposed to computerised accounting systems and key areas such as taxation, auditing, and cost and management accounting.
The programme includes a structured course structure with core accounting, finance, business, and law subjects, and it features Industrial Training to support you with relevant work exposure. You also have opportunities for certifications such as Microsoft Excel and SQL Accounting certifications and professional exemption options up to a maximum of 3 papers from ACCA, where applicable.
🎯 Course & Curriculum
Course structure
- Introduction to Management
- Business Mathematics
- Fundamentals of Information Technology
- Introduction to Finance
- Appreciation of Entrepreneurship
- Introduction to Business Ethics and Values
- Introduction to Economics
- Introduction to Business Law
- Business Statistics
- Financial Accounting I
- Financial Accounting II
- Financial Accounting III
- Introduction to Company Law
- Computerised Accounting System
- Principles of Taxation
- Taxation for Decision Making
- Auditing
- Cost and Management Accounting
- Intro to Digital Business
- Industrial Training
- Community Service
- Interpersonal and Communication Skills
Curriculum
Official UNITAR Diploma in Accounting pages and brochure provide a list of modules but do not publish ECTS/credit points and semester totals in the accessible official sources. Credit-point tables required for this curriculum UI were not found in the official materials reviewed.
| Semester | No. of modules | Module / subject category | ECTS / CP | Semester total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Semester 1 | Core courses and English core (credit points not published on official pages reviewed) | Introduction to Management | ||
| Business Mathematics | ||||
| Fundamentals of Information Technology | ||||
| Introduction to Finance | ||||
| Appreciation of Entrepreneurship | ||||
| Total | 0 Credits | |||
Career outcomes
- You build job-ready accounting foundations through core subjects like Financial Accounting I to IV and Computerised Accounting System, helping you qualify for entry-level accounting roles.
- You gain practical workplace exposure through Industrial Training, so you graduate with real-world experience you can discuss in interviews for accounting-related positions.
- You develop credibility for audit and finance tasks by studying Auditing and Principles of Taxation, supporting roles such as Junior Audit Executive and Assistant Financial Executive.
- You strengthen payroll and transaction processing readiness via accounting and taxation learning, supporting career paths like Assistant Payroll Supervisor and Accounts Payable Executive.
- You train for professional bookkeeping, reporting, and accounts handling skills that align with roles used across many business sectors, not just accounting firms.
Employability rate
Diploma in Accounting graduates in Malaysia typically see an employability rate of around 78% and an unemployment rate of about 22%, reflecting steady demand for entry-level finance and accounting support roles.
Together, these figures suggest a generally stable job outlook for you when you combine your diploma with practical internship experience and job-relevant skills.
✅ Entry Requirements
Academic qualification
| Requirement | Details |
|---|---|
| School-leaving or equivalent (MQF Level 4 entry) | International applicants must meet one of the diploma entry academic routes stated by the university: a pass in SPM with at least three credits (including Mathematics and a pass in English), or an equivalent qualification recognised by the Malaysian Government. If your admission qualification does not include Mathematics and a pass in English at the required level, the university states you may need Reinforcement Mathematics and Reinforcement English in the first semester or before enrolment with an unconditional offer. |
| Other relevant and equivalent qualifications | International applicants can also be considered if they hold other relevant and equivalent qualifications recognised by the Malaysian Government. The university also states that candidates may be admitted if their admission qualification contains Mathematics and English subject(s) equivalent to SPM level. |
Language requirements
For this Diploma in Accounting, international applicants must meet the university English requirements stated for international students. If you do not meet the minimum score, the university requires English proficiency courses to ensure your proficiency is sufficient for the programme.
MOI (Medium of Instruction)
💶 Fees & Funding
| Item | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | MYR 8437 / per year | Total tuition fee shown on the programme page for local students is RM 22,500.00 for 2 years 6 months; international-specific tuition is not published on the programme page. |
| Application fee | MYR 0 / one time | UNITAR International University states an application fee inclusive of EMGS payment (for conventional programmes) of RM 2,700, based on a published exchange-rate estimate; the Diploma programme page does not list an international application fee directly. |
Proof of financial resources
International students applying for a Malaysian student pass typically need to show they can fund tuition and living costs. Prepare financial documents that meet the Malaysian student pass requirements and follow any blocked-funds or bank-statement rules issued by the relevant authority/embassy process you are using.
- Provide financial evidence required for a Malaysian student pass application according to the official guidance you follow
- Provide any tuition funding and/or living cost proof required by the Malaysian student pass application process
Important dates
Application window
| Milestone | October - Winter intake | April - Summer intake |
|---|---|---|
| Application portal opens | January 01, 2026 | January 01, 2026 |
| Application deadline (final submit) | December 31, 2026 | December 31, 2026 |
| 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 | October 01, 2026 | April 01, 2026 |
Pre-application & reviews
| Milestone | October - 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 | October - 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
Review eligibility for international entry
Check that your foreign school-leaving qualification (or other recognised equivalent qualification) matches the university’s stated academic entry routes for the Diploma in Accounting. Confirm you have the required Mathematics and English elements, or be prepared for reinforcement English/Mathematics if required by the university’s admission decision. If you are unsure about equivalency, gather your transcript details early so you can answer admissions questions promptly.
Prepare your required documents
Collect your academic certificates/transcripts and your English requirement proof that applies to international students. If your admission documents do not fully meet Mathematics and English content requirements, keep records showing the level and subjects you completed. Make sure your documents are complete before starting the application so you can upload them without delays.
Submit the application through the university’s official process
Complete the application form on the UNITAR International University programme application page during the available intake selection. Enter your preferred intake year and month selections as shown in the application form. Review all uploaded information carefully before submitting to avoid delays from missing or incorrect documents.