BA (HONS) Accounting & Financial Management Studies (UK)
(R2/344/6/0090)(02/28)(MQA/FA1326)
BA (HONS) Accounting & Financial Management Studies (UK)
(R2/344/6/0090)(02/28)(MQA/FA1326)
About BA (HONS) Accounting & Financial Management Studies (UK)
This highly regarded degree paves the way for your success in the accounting and finance industry. With a future-focused curriculum and practical industry exposure, you’ll build expertise in key areas such as Financial Reporting, Auditing, Taxation, Finance, Data Analytics, Forensic Accounting, Wealth Management, and Social and Environmental Reporting.
Through embedded industry simulations with leading companies, you’ll gain real-world experience that prepares you to stand out in today’s competitive global financial environment.
Full-time (2-3 years) / Part-time (2-5 years)
The Lighthouse Campus, Shah Alam
May, September
Approx. RM 43,400
- Foundation (min CGPA 2.50 & credit in Maths & a pass in Eng at SPM / O-Level)
- A-Level (min of Grade C in any 2 subjects & credit in Maths & a pass in Eng at SPM / O-Level)
- STPM (min of Grade C+ (GP 2.33) in any 2 subjects & credit in Maths & a pass in Eng at SPM / O-Level)
- UEC (min 5B6s including Maths & a pass in Eng)
- Diploma in related field (min CGPA 2.50 & credit in Maths & a pass in Eng at SPM / O-Level)
- Chief Financial Officer, Chartered Accountant, Financial Reporting Specialist
- Management Accountant, Strategy Consultant, Corporate Planning Executive
- Tax Consultant, Auditor, Risk Management Specialist
- Financial Analyst, Fund Manager, Bank Manager, Investment Banker
- Management consultant, Compliance and Ethics Manager, Corporate Secretary
- Sustainability Consultant, Entrepreneur, Business Development Manager
- ACCA exemptions (up to 9 papers)
- Exemptions from ICAEW and CIMA (CGMA)
- Microsoft Excel Certification
Programme Structure
Year 1
Year 2
Year 3
- Fundamentals of Accounting and Finance
- Fundamentals of Financial Accounting
- Fundamentals of Management Accounting
- Quantitative Techniques and Data Management
- Introduction to Law
- Introduction to Economics
- Business, Finance and Sustainability
- Academic, Personal and Professional Development
- Financial Accounting
- Academic Writing for Non-Native Speakers
- Taxation
- Financial Markets
- Management Accounting
- Audit in Context
- Professional Development
- English for Academic Purpose 2
- Entrepreneur / Bahasa Kebangsaan A
- Falsafah & Isu Semasa
- Community Service 2
- Penghayatan Etika & Peradaban*
- Kursus Integriti & Anti-Rasuah*
- Social and Environmental Accounting
- Advanced Financial Reporting
- Advanced Taxation
- Strategy in Action
- Advanced Audit
- Strategic Management Accounting
- Strategic Financial Management
- Corporate Accountability
- Industrial Training
Year 2
- Financial Accounting
- Academic Writing for Non-Native Speakers
- Taxation
- Financial Markets
- Management Accounting
- Audit in Context
- Professional Development
- English for Academic Purpose 2
- Entrepreneur / Bahasa Kebangsaan A
- Falsafah & Isu Semasa
- Community Service 2
- Penghayatan Etika & Peradaban*
- Kursus Integriti & Anti-Rasuah*
Year 3
- Social and Environmental Accounting
- Advanced Financial Reporting
- Advanced Taxation
- Strategy in Action
- Advanced Audit
- Strategic Management Accounting
- Strategic Financial Management
- Corporate Accountability
- Industrial Training
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).
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Admission to the Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting & Financial Management in Malaysia at Peninsula College Malaysia is subject to applicants meeting one of the following entry criteria:
Foundation: Minimum CGPA 2.50, credit in Maths, a pass in English at SPM / O-Level.
A-Level: Minimum of Grade C in any 2 subjects, credit in Maths, pass in English at SPM / O-Level.
STPM: Minimum of Grade C+ (2.33) in any 2 subjects, credit in Maths, a pass in English at SPM / O-Level.
UEC: Minimum 5B6s including Maths & a pass in English.
Diploma in related field: Minimum CGPA 2.50, credit in Maths, a pass in English at SPM / O-Level.
These requirements ensure you are academically prepared for degree‑level study.
Tuition fees for the Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting in Malaysia at Peninsula College Malaysia start from RM43,400. We have 2 intakes, May / September.
These courses typically consist of a structured set of modules spanning three academic years, with each subject carrying a defined credit value. While specific credit hours can vary by full programme structure and MQA requirements, UK‑validated degrees at Peninsula College Malaysia usually align with standard undergraduate credit requirements under the Malaysian Qualifications Framework (MQF).
You can pursue diverse career paths in the finance and accounting industry, including roles such as:
- Chief Financial Officer, Chartered Accountant, Financial Reporting Specialist
- Management Accountant, Strategy Consultant
- Tax Consultant, Auditor
- Financial Analyst, Fund Manager, Bank Manager, Investment Banker
- Management consultant, Corporate Secretary
- Sustainability Consultant, Entrepreneur
Yes, we have 2 study modes available:
- Full-time: 2-3 years.
- Part-time: 2-5 years.
The standard delivery mode for the Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting at Peninsula College Malaysia is full‑time on‑campus study at The Lighthouse Campus, Shah Alam, Selangor.
Yes, Peninsula College Malaysia may accept credit transfer/credit award for equivalent courses you have completed at other recognised institutions, subject to approval. Students with recognised diplomas, such as a diploma of accountancy may be granted direct entry into Year 2 of the degree.
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 & Financial Management 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, you can work as an accountant without ACCA, especially in junior, in-house, or management accounting roles, but ACCA helps if you want to climb higher with professional recognition, international opportunities, or you want to be a chartered accountant.