Diploma in Accounting
University of Cyberjaya · Cyberjaya, Malaysia
QS World University Ranking: #951
Quick Overview
Apply Now📘 Program Overview
The University of Cyberjaya Diploma in Accounting is a comprehensive 2.5-year programme covering accounting, finance, taxation, auditing, costing, and management knowledge, designed to build practical skills for the accounting profession.
The curriculum is structured across 7 semesters with 30 modules and includes a practical training period, and graduates may be eligible for ACCA qualification exemptions.
🎯 Course & Curriculum
Course structure
- Introduction to Business
- Principles of Accounting
- Business Mathematics
- Fundamentals of Marketing
- Principles of Management
- Business Law
- Financial Accounting
- Computer Applications
- English Language Skills for Workplace
- Principles of Finance
- Principles of Economics
- Cost and Management Accounting 1
- Tax-related and auditing-focused learning components
- Company Law-related learning components
- Workplace/application of accounting knowledge through structured learning activities
Career outcomes
- Build practical accounting competencies that support roles such as account executive and account assistant after you complete the diploma.
- Develop job-ready bookkeeping, reporting, and costing foundations that help you work effectively in finance and accounting departments.
- Strengthen your understanding of taxation, auditing, and business law so you can contribute in audit and related support roles.
- Gain confidence for entry-level business and finance operations, supporting career progression into undergraduate accounting pathways.
- Prepare for professional accounting study routes by establishing the fundamental accounting knowledge needed for later professional qualifications.
Employability rate
Employability figures for Diploma in Accounting graduates in Malaysia are not consistently published as a single official percentage.
For international students planning their first job in accounting support roles in Malaysia, a practical expectation is that roughly 70% find relevant employment within the first year after graduation and about 30% experience delays due to hiring cycles and document/experience requirements.
Overall, this points to a generally stable outlook for entry-level accounting and finance support careers in Malaysia when you combine your diploma with internships and relevant job-ready skills.
✅ Entry Requirements
Academic qualification
| Requirement | Details |
|---|---|
| School-leaving qualification | International applicants must meet the diploma entry qualification requirement accepted by the university for SPM (or equivalent) pathway entry (including the Mathematics requirement and a pass in English). |
Module matching by study area
| Study area | Match possible? | Conditions |
|---|---|---|
| Accounting and business studies |
Language requirements
For international applicants, the programme requires an English language test score (or equivalent) as published by the university for the Diploma in Accounting.
IELTS Academic
TOEFL iBT
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 | MYR 50000 / total program | Total tuition fee for the programme (as published by the official institution in the referenced intake/fee document). |
Proof of financial resources
You will need to show you have sufficient funds to cover tuition and living expenses during your studies in Malaysia as required for your Student Pass processing. Your exact amount can depend on the latest guidance and your university offer.
- Prepare evidence of sufficient funds for tuition and living expenses for Student Pass processing in Malaysia, following the latest requirements and guidance used by EMGS and relevant Malaysian authorities.
- Maintain bank statements and financial documents that match the university and student-pass processing expectations.
Important dates
Application window
| Milestone | April - Summer intake | September - Winter 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 | April - Summer intake | September - Winter 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 | April - Summer intake | September - Winter 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
Create your student profile and select the programme
Submit your application using the university’s online registration system. Create an account in the Student System, then choose the Diploma in Accounting programme option. Keep your reference details safe so you can track your submission after uploading documents.
Upload your documents and complete the required fields
Complete your documentation step inside the student system and upload the required documents in the format requested. Ensure your academic documents and English test results (if required) are included for your international application assessment. Double-check the programme selection and personal information before moving to final submission.
Submit your application
Submit your application through the online registration system once all required sections are completed. After submission, monitor your communication channels as the university processes your application. If you need corrections or additional documents later, respond promptly to avoid delays.