Diploma of Accountancy
(R3/0411/4/0141)(08/27)(MQA/A7992)
Diploma of Accountancy
(R3/0411/4/0141)(08/27)(MQA/A7992)
About Diploma in Accountancy
Unlock your potential with an exclusive programme offering full exemptions from ACCA Applied Knowledge Level qualifications. Renowned for producing accomplished alumni, this programme paves the way for global recognition and entrepreneurial success in the accounting and finance industry.
Full-time (2 years) / Part-time (3-4 years)
The Lighthouse Campus, Shah Alam
January, May, September
Approx. RM 26,100
- SPM (min 3 credits including Maths & a pass in Eng)
- UEC (min 3B6s including Maths & a pass in Eng)
- O-Level (min 3Cs including Maths & a pass in Eng)
- STPM (min of Grade C (GP 2.0) in any subject & credit in Maths and a pass in Eng at SPM / O-Level)
- Accounts Executive, Finance Assistant, Junior Accountant
- Audit / Tax Assistant, Compliance Support Officer, Junior Risk Analyst
- Junior Business Analyst, Accounting Systems Support Assistant, IT Support for Accounting Software
- Documentation Specialist , Company Secretary (Junior)
- Management Trainee, Team Leader
- Embedded Certification:
CAS – AutoCount Software and Certification - Full exemption from ACCA Applied Knowledge Level (3 papers)
- Secured 2nd place in the Zodiac Race 2024, organised by the Ho Chi Minh City University of Economics and Finance, Vietnam
- Industrial visit to Crowe Malaysia
Programme Structure
Year 1
Year 2
- English Language Proficiency
- Principles of Accounting
- Digital Literacy Skills
- Business Mathematics & Statistics
- Penghayatan Etika & Peradaban
- Public Speaking / Bahasa Kebangsaan A
- Communication for Professionals
- Practical Costing Techniques
- Principles of Economics
- Principles of Taxation
- Financial Accounting
- Principles of Finance
- Accounting Information System
- Principles of Management
- Principles of Audit
- Malaysian Taxation
- Professional Ethics and Governance
- Business Analytics
- Managing People and Performance
- Entrepreneurship
- Legal Principles in Business
- Financial Reporting
- Audit and Assurance
- Community Service 1
- Introduction to Fintech
- Kursus Integriti & Anti Rasuah
- Management Accounting
- Financial Management
- Strategic Management
Year 2
- Malaysian Taxation
- Professional Ethics and Governance
- Business Analytics
- Managing People and Performance
- Entrepreneurship
- Legal Principles in Business
- Financial Reporting
- Audit and Assurance
- Community Service 1
- Introduction to Fintech
- Kursus Anti Rasuah & Integriti
- Management Accounting
- Financial Management
- Strategic Management
Changes to the programme structure are at Peninsula College Shah Alam‘s discretion as approved by MQA.
*Applicants must obtain a pass in Bahasa Melayu and Sejarah at SPM level.
*Peninsula College’s Diploma graduates progressing to a degree programme may be granted direct entry into Year 2 of a related field.
*Applicants may also be eligible to enrol in a programme, provided they possess other equivalent qualifications recognised by the Malaysian Qualifications Agency (MQA).
Sign up for our Diploma in Accountancy in Malaysia for a 2-year programme now!
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
To pursue a Diploma in Accountancy in Malaysia, the entry requirements generally include:
- SPM: Obtain a pass in Bahasa Melayu, Sejarah and English with minimum 3 credits including Mathematics.
- UEC: Minimum 3B6s including Mathematics and a pass in English.
- O-Level: Minimum 3Cs including Mathematics and a pass in English.
- STPM: Minimum of Grade C (GP 2.0) in any subject.
The study fees for a Diploma in Accountancy in Malaysia typically start from RM26,100. Our programme has Intake in January, May, and September.
The Diploma in Accountancy programme typically takes 2 to 2.5 years to complete, depending on delivery mode:
Full-time: 2 years.
Part-time: 3–4 years.
Our Diploma in Accountancy programme typically requires 90 to 120 credit hours. This includes both core accounting modules and elective subjects.
Graduates of the Diploma in Accounting
programme can pursue a variety of roles in the accounting and finance sectors, including:
- Accounts Executive, Finance Assistant, Junior Accountant, Accounts Clerk.
- Audit / Tax Assistant, Compliance Support Officer, Junior Risk Analyst.
- Junior Business Analyst, Accounting Systems Support Assistant.
- Documentation Specialist, Company Secretary (Junior), Payroll Officer, Bookkeeper.
- Management Trainee, Team Leader.
Yes, Peninsula College Malaysia offers a range of scholarship and financial aid options. Additionally, external financial aid, such as PTPTN loans and other education financing options, is available to support your studies.
To apply, complete the online application form on the Peninsula College Malaysia website, select the BA (Hons) Accounting Studies programme, upload your academic transcripts and supporting documents, and submit. Once we receive your applications, we will contact you with the next steps in registration.
Yes, our Diploma in Accounting programme are accredited by the Malaysian Qualifications Agency (MQA) and are recognised by the Ministry of Higher Education (MOHE). This ensures the diploma is valid for employment and further studies both locally and internationally.