Bachelor of Business - with majors in Finance and International Business
Program Overview
The Bachelor of Business provides students with a strong foundation in finance, international business, accounting, marketing, human resources, and management. Students select a major to specialise in their chosen field. The programme prepares graduates to support Sarawak’s economic prosperity, global trade integration, and corporate governance under PCDS 2030.
Majors Offered (focus: Finance & International Business)
- Finance
- International Business (Other majors available: Accounting, Accounting & Finance, Human Resource Management, Management, Marketing / Marketing & Digital Media)
📌 Note: Finance and International Business are separate majors, not a combined programme.
Category & Alignment
- Academic Discipline: Business & Management
- PCDS 2030 Alignment Area: Economic Prosperity / Global Trade & Investment
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, Economics, or Business Studies
- Foundation or Diploma in Business/Finance/International Business 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 (depending on major)
- Finance Major: Financial Analyst, Investment Banker, Risk Analyst, Portfolio Manager
- International Business Major: Trade Analyst, Export/Import Manager, International Marketing Specialist, Global Business Consultant
🎯 Target Employers in Sarawak
- Finance Major:
- Financial Institutions: Maybank, CIMB, RHB, Public Bank
- Government & Agencies: Sarawak State Treasury, Bank Negara Malaysia (regional office)
- Corporate Sector: CMS Group, Naim Holdings, Sarawak Energy Berhad (finance divisions)
- International Business Major:
- Government & Agencies: Ministry of International Trade & Industry (MITI), SEDC
- Corporate Sector: Sarawak Energy Berhad, CMS Group (international operations)
- Trade & Logistics: Port authorities, shipping companies, export/import firms
Estimated Local Salary Benchmarks (Monthly, RM)
| Career Stage | Finance Major – Typical Job Title | Salary Range (RM) | International Business Major – Typical Job Title | Salary Range (RM) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Entry Level (0–2 yrs) | Graduate Financial Analyst / Risk Analyst | RM 2,800 – RM 3,800 | Trade Analyst / Export Coordinator | RM 2,800 – RM 3,800 |
| Mid Level (3–7 yrs) | Investment Banker / Corporate Finance Executive | RM 5,000 – RM 7,500 | International Marketing Executive / Business Development Officer | RM 4,500 – RM 7,000 |
| Senior Level (8–15 yrs) | Senior Analyst / Portfolio Manager | RM 8,000 – RM 12,000 | Global Business Consultant / Export Manager | RM 7,000 – RM 11,000 |
| Executive Level (15+ yrs) | Finance Director / CFO | RM 15,000 – RM 25,000 | Director of International Business / COO | RM 15,000 – RM 25,000 |
✅ This listing reflects the official Swinburne Sarawak Bachelor of Business programme, with Finance and International Business clearly separated as individual majors under the same accreditation.