Bachelor of Business (Accounting and Finance)

Program Overview

The Bachelor of Business (Accounting and Finance) equips students with the skills to manage financial reporting, auditing, taxation, investment, and corporate finance. Students gain expertise in accounting standards, financial analysis, risk management, and business strategy, preparing them to support Sarawak’s economic growth, corporate governance, and financial services sector under PCDS 2030. Graduates are eligible to pursue professional certifications such as ACCA, CPA, or CFA.

Category & Alignment

• Academic Discipline: Business & Finance
• PCDS 2030 Alignment Area: Economic Prosperity / 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/Finance/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
• Auditor
• Tax Consultant
• Financial Analyst
• Investment Banker
• Corporate Finance Manager

🎯 Target Employers in Sarawak

• Accounting & Audit Firms: KPMG, EY, Deloitte, PwC Malaysia (regional offices)
• Financial Institutions: Maybank, CIMB, RHB, Public Bank, local cooperative banks
• Government & Agencies: Sarawak State Treasury, Auditor‑General’s Office, Inland Revenue Board (LHDN)
• Corporate Sector: CMS Group, Naim Holdings, Sarawak Energy Berhad (finance divisions)

Estimated Local Salary Benchmarks (Monthly, RM)