Bachelor of Commerce (Accounting)

Institution: Curtin University of Malaysia (Sarawak)
Accreditation: FTES‑approved programme (valid as of Jan 2026)

Program Overview

This programme equips students with knowledge in financial accounting, management accounting, auditing, taxation, and corporate governance. It prepares graduates to work in professional accounting roles and supports Sarawak’s business development, financial transparency, and corporate compliance initiatives under PCDS 2030. Students gain both technical expertise and ethical grounding to meet international accounting standards.

Category & Alignment

• Academic Discipline: Commerce / Accounting
• PCDS 2030 Alignment Area: Business Development / Financial Governance

Study Duration

• 3 years (full‑time, on‑campus)
• Standard completion time: 6 semesters
• Extensions or repeated subjects are not funded under FTES

Admission Requirements

• STPM / A‑Levels / UEC with strong passes in Mathematics or Accounting
• Foundation or Diploma in Business/Commerce/Accounting with minimum CGPA ≥ 2.5
• IELTS ≥ 6.0 / TOEFL iBT ≥ 75 / MUET Band ≥ 4
• Anak Sarawak (MyKad “K” status), first bachelor’s degree, full‑time enrollment, no other scholarships or loans

Career Pathways

• Accountant (Financial / Management)
• Auditor
• Tax Consultant
• Corporate Governance Specialist
• Finance Manager

🎯 Target Employers in Sarawak

• Accounting & Audit Firms: KPMG, EY, Deloitte, PwC (regional offices)
• Government & Agencies: Accountant General’s Department, Inland Revenue Board (LHDN)
• Private Sector: CMS Group, Naim Holdings, Press Metal, Shin Yang Group
• Financial Institutions: Maybank, CIMB, RHB, Public Bank

Estimated Local Salary Benchmarks (Monthly, RM)

✅ This listing reflects the official FTES‑approved Curtin Malaysia programme for Commerce (Accounting).