Bachelor of Business (Finance)

Program Overview

The Bachelor of Business (Finance) equips students with the knowledge to manage financial markets, investments, corporate finance, and risk management. Students gain expertise in portfolio management, capital budgeting, international finance, and financial modelling, preparing them to support Sarawak’s banking, investment, and corporate sectors under PCDS 2030. Graduates are well‑positioned to pursue careers in financial services, capital markets, and corporate strategy.

Category & Alignment

• Academic Discipline: Business & Finance
• PCDS 2030 Alignment Area: Economic Prosperity / Financial Services

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 Economics
• 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

• Financial Analyst
• Investment Banker
• Portfolio Manager
• Risk Analyst
• Corporate Finance Executive

🎯 Target Employers in Sarawak

• Financial Institutions: Maybank, CIMB, RHB, Public Bank, local cooperative banks
• Government & Agencies: Sarawak State Treasury, Bank Negara Malaysia (regional office)
• Corporate Sector: CMS Group, Naim Holdings, Sarawak Energy Berhad (finance divisions)
• Investment & Advisory: Local investment firms, asset management companies, consultancy firms

Estimated Local Salary Benchmarks (Monthly, RM)