Bachelor of Finance (Hons.)

(R3/0412/6/0105) | 06/29 (A10480) 

Finance is at the heart of every successful organisation, enabling businesses to grow, invest strategically, and create sustainable value in an increasingly complex global economy. Financial expertise is essential in today’s dynamic and digitally driven business landscape. 

The Bachelor in Finance (Hons.) is a comprehensive three-year programme designed to develop future-ready finance professionals with deep financial knowledge, advanced analytical skills, and hands-on industry experience. Students cultivate critical thinking, strategic decision-making, and practical competencies that prepare them to excel in global markets and the rapidly evolving FinTech environment. 

As part of the CFA University Affiliation Program (CFA-UAP), this programme closely aligns with the CFA Institute’s globally recognised curriculum. This ensures high academic quality and industry relevance while giving students a significant advantage on their pathway toward earning the prestigious CFA charter. 

Through the integration of case studies, industrial engagement, practical training, and the use of professional tools such as Bloomberg, students gain real-world experience that sharpens analytical insight and strategic problem-solving abilities. Graduates also enjoy direct entry to Level 2 AICB Certification Programmes through the Asian Institute of Chartered Bankers (AICB), providing additional professional recognition and a head start in banking and finance careers. 

Graduates are well-positioned for rewarding careers in investment banking, corporate finance, asset and wealth management, financial planning, risk management, and the expanding FinTech sector, both locally and internationally. 

 Professional Recognition & Exemptions

Direct Entry to Level 2 AICB Certification Programmes (Asian Institute of Chartered Bankers) 

Eligible to sit for the CFA Level I examination in Trimester 6 

Eligible to sit for the CFA Level II examination in Trimester 9 


ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

  • Pass Foundation/Matriculation studies from a recognised institution with a minimum CGPA of 2.50 AND a Credit in Mathematics AND a Pass in English at SPM Level* or its equivalent; OR
  • Pass STPM or its equivalent with a minimum Grade C+ (GP 2.33) in 2 subjects AND a Credit in Mathematics AND a Pass in English at SPM Level* or its equivalent; OR
  • Pass A-Level with a minimum of Grade D in 2 subjects AND a Credit in Mathematics AND a Pass in English at SPM Level* or its equivalent; OR
  • Pass UEC with a minimum of Grade B in at least five (5) subjects inclusive of Mathematics and English; OR
  • Pass STAM with a minimum Grade Jayyid (Good) in 2 subjects AND a Credit in Mathematic AND a Pass in English at SPM Level* or its equivalent; OR
  • Any qualification equivalent to Diploma in Finance, Banking, Insurance or related field (Level 4, MQF) with a minimum CGPA of 2.50 out of 4.00; OR
  • Pass DKM /DLKM/DVM with a minimum CGPA of 2.50. Candidates with CGPA below 2.50 MUST have at least two (2) years of work experience in the related field.

Note:
*The Credit requirement for Mathematics and Pass in English at SPM Level for candidate can be waived should the qualifications contain Mathematics and English subjects with equivalent higher achievement.

**DKM /DLKM/DVM candidates may be required to undergo Bridging Programme as an additional requirement.

English Language Requirement for International Students

International students who wish to enrol into the Bachelor of Finance (Hons.) or Bachelor of Financial Engineering (Hons.) programme are required to possess a minimum score of 6.0 in IELTS or its equivalent.

PROGRAMME STRUCTURE

Year 1

Principle of Finance 

Accounting For Decision Making 

Fundamentals of Economics 

Mathematics For Finance 

Statistics for Finance   

Ethics and Governance 

Introduction to Fintech 

Investments 

Financial Markets and Institutions 

Corporate Finance 

Financial Statistical Analysis 

Elective 1 

Year 2

Management 

English For Business Communication 

Digital Transformation Technologies 

Financial Statement Analysis 

Real Estate Finance  

International Finance 

Behavioural Finance  

Financial Derivatives 

Financial Modelling 

Financial Risk Management    

Elective 2 

Elective 3 

Elective 4 

Year 3

Business Law 

Entrepreneurship 

Research Methodology 

Personal Finance 

Business Analytics     

Public Finance 

Basic Econometrics 

 Practical Training      

Elective 5 

Electives

Financial Management Track

  • Tax Planning 
  • Retirement Planning 
  • Portfolio Management 
  • Bank Management 
  • Corporate Financial Strategy 
  • Islamic banking 

Financial Engineering Track

  • Tax Planning 
  • Monte Carlo Simulations 
  • Portfolio Management 
  • Intro. to Applied Probability & Stochastic Processes 
  • Corporate Financial Strategy 
  • Multivariate Data Analysis 

University Courses

Character Building 

Sustainable Society 

Fundamentals of Digital Competence with Basic Programming 

MPU

  • U1 
  • U2 
  • U3 
  • U4
    *Refer to the Program Structure 

Note: The above programme structure serves as a general guide.

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PROGRAMME OBJECTIVES AND OUTCOMES

Programme Educational Objectives

This programme aims to produce graduates with the following quality after several years of graduation:

  1. Finance practitioners who apply complex financial and nonfinancial concepts, theories and technical knowledge in providing appropriate solutions to complex finance problems.
  2. Finance practitioners who display sound practical skills and effective communication skills in their interactions with both peers and stakeholders in the workplace.
  3. Finance practitioners who integrate sound digital and data analysis skills in carrying out their assigned responsibilities effectively in the workplace.
  4. Finance practitioners who uphold ethical and professional practices by demonstrating positive attitude, as well as entrepreneurial mind-set in their workplace environment.

Programme Outcomes

Upon graduation, the graduates are expected to achieve or attain the following outcomes:

  1. Discuss and compare suitable finance concepts and theories.
  2. Apply complex financial and non-financial knowledge for the purpose of problem solving and decision making.
  3. Perform technical skills based on sound financial knowledge in providing basic finance-related solutions.
  4. Perform technical skills based on sound financial knowledge in providing basic finance-related solutions.
  5. Articulate financial and non-financial information clearly and responsibly to stakeholders.
  6. Display advanced digital literacy in utilizing relevant software and applications.
  7. Analyse financial and non-financial information by utilizing sound technical and numeracy skills in finance.
  8. Assume responsibility and leadership with autonomy in relevant financial contexts.
  9. Commit to principles of lifelong learning together with positive attitude in carrying out tasks.
  10. Demonstrate entrepreneurial skills with innovation in performing relevant assigned tasks.
  11. Commit to ethical and professional conduct when dealing with finance-related issues.

ADDITIONAL CERTIFICATION

  • Upon completing the ‘Business Analytics’ course, students shall obtain a professional KNIME Certificate.

CAREER PROSPECTS

  • Executives and managers for banking, insurance, finance, investment sector, manufacturing, education, consultancy, financial analyst, planners, adjustors and international trade.

TESTIMONIALS

Programme Coordinator

Ms. Zarehan Binti Selamat

Assistant Professor

INDUSTRIAL ADVISOR

MR. KENNETH CHAN YANG HSING

Webull Securities Malaysia
Appointment duration: March 2024 to March 2027

EXTERNAL EXAMINER

ASSOCIATE PROF. DR. NAZRUL HISYAM AB RAZAK

Universiti Putra Malaysia (UPM)
Appointment duration: Trimester 1, 2021/22 until Trimester 3, 2023/24