Bachelor of Commerce (Finance)

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

Program Overview

This programme provides students with a strong foundation in financial management, investment analysis, corporate finance, banking, and risk management. It prepares graduates to contribute to Sarawak’s economic growth, capital market development, and corporate investment strategies under PCDS 2030. Students gain both theoretical knowledge and practical skills to manage financial resources effectively in local and global contexts.

Category & Alignment

• Academic Discipline: Commerce / Finance
• PCDS 2030 Alignment Area: Business Development / Financial Governance / Capital Market 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 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
• Corporate Finance Executive
• Risk Management Consultant
• Portfolio Manager

🎯 Target Employers in Sarawak

• Financial Institutions: Maybank, CIMB, RHB, Public Bank
• Government & Agencies: Bank Negara Malaysia (regional), Ministry of Finance Sarawak
• Private Sector: CMS Group, Naim Holdings, Press Metal, Shin Yang Group
• Consultancy & Advisory: Local and multinational financial consultancies

Estimated Local Salary Benchmarks (Monthly, RM)

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