Bachelor of Commerce (Finance and Management)
Institution: Curtin University of Malaysia (Sarawak)
Accreditation: FTES‑approved programme (valid as of Jan 2026)
Program Overview
This programme combines financial expertise with management skills, equipping students to handle both corporate finance functions and organisational leadership responsibilities. It covers investment analysis, corporate governance, risk management, strategic planning, and business operations, preparing graduates to support Sarawak’s economic diversification, capital market growth, and enterprise leadership under PCDS 2030.
Category & Alignment
- Academic Discipline: Commerce / Finance & Management
- PCDS 2030 Alignment Area: Business Development / Financial Governance / Leadership & Enterprise Growth
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 Business subjects
- Foundation or Diploma in Business/Commerce/Finance/Management 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
- Corporate Finance Executive
- Business Development Manager
- Risk Management Consultant
- Operations Manager
🎯 Target Employers in Sarawak
- Financial Institutions: Maybank, CIMB, RHB, Public Bank
- Government & Agencies: Ministry of Finance Sarawak, Bank Negara Malaysia (regional)
- Private Sector: CMS Group, Naim Holdings, Press Metal, Shin Yang Group
- Consultancy & Advisory: Local and multinational business consultancies
Estimated Local Salary Benchmarks (Monthly, RM)
| Career Stage | Typical Job Title | Salary Range (RM) |
|---|---|---|
| Entry Level (0–2 yrs) | Graduate Financial Analyst / Management Trainee | RM 2,800 – RM 3,800 |
| Mid Level (3–7 yrs) | Corporate Finance Executive / Business Development Manager | RM 4,500 – RM 7,500 |
| Senior Level (8–15 yrs) | Senior Finance Manager / Operations Manager | RM 8,000 – RM 12,000 |
| Executive Level (15+ yrs) | Chief Financial Officer (CFO) / General Manager | RM 15,000 – RM 25,000 |
✅ This listing reflects the official FTES‑approved Curtin Malaysia programme for Commerce (Finance and Management).