List of the Best Accounting Degree Programmes at Top Private Universities in Malaysia
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While it can be difficult to choose between private universities or colleges in Malaysia offering the Accounting Degree Course, you will find that there are some key differences between them that can help you make the big decision in choosing the right one that fits you. The best private universities and colleges in Malaysia have excellent facilities, years of experience running the Accounting degree course, strong student support services, internships and experienced lecturers. The accounting degree programmes would have paper exemptions from professional bodies such as ACCA, CIMA, CPA Australia, ICAA, ICAEW and MICPA. A solid education experience within an English-speaking student environment at a top private university in Malaysia for your accounting degree programme will set you on your way to a successful career.
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Study at the Best Private Universities in Malaysia for Top Accounting Degree Programmes with ACCA Exemptions
Vincent Yeoh, Accounting & Finance at Asia Pacific University
In order to succeed in the competitive field of accounting, students must choose the best universities in Malaysia to study. Students should choose the right university that fits them which has a good reputation for business programs, excellent facilities, top lecturers and an English-speaking student environment.
To be a registered chartered accountant in Malaysia, you must be a member of the Malaysian Institute of Accountants (MIA), which is the regulatory body for accountants in Malaysia. Members of ACCA, CIMA, CPA Australia, ICAA, ICAEW and MICPA are eligible for MIA membership.
Students who are weak in English should go for an accounting degree at a top private university in Malaysia where the degree is exempted from the 9 papers of the ACCA. Upon graduation, you find a job and then take the final 5 papers of the ACCA to become a chartered accountant.
Upon completion of the accounting degree programmes, graduates will have 9 paper exemptions from the total of 15 ACCA papers. I would recommend students who are weak in the English language to go for the accounting degree course first and then only pursue the ACCA. The ACCA is exam-based and marked in the UK.
Education Pathway to an Accounting Degree in Malaysia
Gary, Accounting Graduate from University of Wollongong Malaysia (UOWM) KDU
With at least 5 credits in SPM or O-Levels students can go for the Foundation in Arts or Foundation in Business at the best private universities in Malaysia. After that, they can enter into the 3-year accounting degree programme.
Alternatively, students with 3 credits in SPM or O-Levels may enter into the Diploma in Accounting for 2 years. Upon completion of the Diploma, students can enter into Year 2 of the Accounting Degree with advanced standing.
Students with Pre-University qualifications such as STPM, A-Levels, SAM, AUSMAT, CIMP, IB, Matriculation, etc. may enter directly into Year 1 of the Accounting degree with relevant results.
Students who are not sure of what to study after SPM or O-Levels can contact EduSpiral Consultant Services to help guide you to choose the right course and university in Malaysia. At EduSpiral Consultant Services, we have counseled and helped thousands of students to choose the right course and private university to study in Malaysia.
The Best Accounting Courses at Top Private Universities in Malaysia
Chew Ling, Accounting & Finance at Taylor’s University
Choosing the right university or college for the Accounting Degree Course after high school is one of the most important decisions you can make in your life. This can be a confusing and difficult time if you are unprepared. There are many top private universities in Malaysia offering the accounting degree course and it may be confusing to choose the right university that fits you. Your decision will be influenced by many criteria such as the reputation & ranking of the university, accreditation of its courses, the suitability of the course against your academic results and career goals, tuition fees, quality of lecturers, facilities, friends & family, and more.
To help you in making this important decision, we have prepared a list of universities offering the accounting degree course that’s accredited by MQA and has exemptions from the ACCA professional papers. We have years of experience in guiding students to choose the right university so please do contact our counsellors at 01111408838 for free advise.
Accounting Degree Programme at Heriot-Watt University Malaysia
Bryan Yap, Foundation in Business at Heriot-Watt University Malaysia
In the Guardian Ranking 2017, Heriot-Watt University is ranked 3rd for Accounting & Finance and 18th overall in the UK. Heriot-Watt University’s Ranking in the Complete University Guide 2017 (UK) for Accounting & Finance is 24th.
In the 2017 QS World Universities Rankings, Heriot-Watt University is ranked 327th in the world, 41st in UK and 7th in Scotland for the QS World’s Top Universities. This places the university in the top 4%, based on approximation of at least 10,000 universities in the world.
Students after SPM or O-Levels will enter the Foundation in Business and Design at Top Ranked Heriot-Watt University Malaysia before continuing on to the Accounting & Business Finance MA (Hons).
Students in Malaysia have the opportunity to graduate with a top ranked UK degree in Accounting & Finance.
Accounting Degree Programme at Asia Pacific University (APU)
Julian Hum, Graduated in Accounting from Asia Pacific University (APU).
Asia Pacific University (APU) has been RATED No. 1 in Asia and Malaysia for its multicultural learning experience by Student Barometer Wave 2014, ‘Studying with people from other cultures’ and also ranked Tier 5 ranking or Excellent in the 2017, SETARA 2013 and 2011 by the Malaysian Qualifications Agency (MQA) An impressive 95% of APU’s graduates obtain jobs before graduation.
Students with at least 5 credits in SPM or O-Levels may go for the Foundation – Business at Asia Pacific University (APU). Alternatively, with at least 3 credits in SPM or O-Levels, students can enter the Diploma in Accounting for 2 years before entering Year 2 of the Accounting degree.
Students can choose from the following top rated accounting programmes:
- BA (Hons) in Accounting and Finance
- BA (Hons) in Accounting and Finance with specialisms in:
Accounting Degree Programme at Taylor’s University
Chew Ling, Accounting & Finance at Taylor’s University
Top Ranked Taylor’s University offers the Foundation in Arts and Taylor’s Business Foundation for students with at least 5 credits in SPM or O-Levels to choose from. Upon completion of the Foundation programme students will continue on to the Bachelor of Arts (Hons) Accounting & Finance Dual Degree awarded by Taylor’s University and the University of the West of England (UWE).
Over 70% of Taylors University’s graduates are employed within 2 months.
In addition, the university has strong partnerships with 3,000+ career partners in Malaysia and globally. Taylor’s University was voted the Most Popular Private College and / or University in Malaysia for two consecutive years (2008 and 2009), and is rated ‘Tier 5: Excellent‘ by the Ministry of Higher Education (MQA SETARA 2013). Taylor’s University is also ranked as one of the Top 250 universities in Asia by QS University Rankings: Asia 2015.
Accounting Degree Programme at Multimedia University (MMU)
Students after SPM or O-Levels in Malaysia wanting to study at a top ranked award-winning university in Malaysia and globally for Accounting can enter the Foundation in Management courses at Multimedia University (MMU) in Cyberjaya or Melaka. Upon completion of the recognised 1-year Foundation in Management, students will continue on to the 4-year Bachelor of Accounting (Hons.) Degree at the Faculty of Management at MMU Cyberjaya or Faculty of Business at MMU Melaka.
The Accounting Degree at Multimedia University (MMU) Cyberjaya and Melaka is accredited by the Malaysian Institute of Accountants (MIA) to be Chartered Accountants in Malaysia without having to take additional professional accounting papers. It is also is recognised for exemptions by top professional accounting bodies such as CPA, ICAEW, CIMA, MICPA, MIA, SAP, ACCA.
Yasmin Ahmad Ariffin, from the Faculty of Management, Multimedia University (MMU) was the (Ernst & Young) EY Young Tax Professional of the Year 2016 Malaysia. Yasmin represented Malaysia at the EY Young Tax Professional of the Year international finals. In addition, Students from the Faculty of Management, emerged Champions in the Deloitte Malaysia Risk Intelligence Challenge Trophy(RICT) 2015. Six students from Faculty of Management MMU Cyberjaya emerged as second runner up in the first Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales (ICAEW) Regional Business Challenge 2015 competing against 23 other teams from four ASEAN countries. Students from Faculty of Management team also won the Tomei Group for “Innovative Youth, Future Business Leader 2.0″competition 2015.
Students may apply for PTPN Loan for the Foundation, Diploma as well as degree programmes at MMU.
Accounting Degree Programme at UCSI University
Haw Chieh (Right), Graduated in Accounting from UCSI University
UCSI University is ranked No. 1 Private University in Malaysia 2019 and Top 300 Universities in Asia in 2015 by the renown QS University Rankings. UCSI University is ranked as Excellent or Tier 5 in the SETARA 2017 and SETARA 2013 rating system by MQA.
After completing the Foundation in Arts at UCSI University, students will progress on to the BA (Hons) Accounting or BA (Hons) Accounting & Finance. Completing two months’ work experience for every study year, UCSI University has the longest internship programme amongst all the universities in Malaysia. Currently, UCSI University has more than 1,000 employer organisations registered as their Co-Op employers and continues to increase each year.
Accounting Degree Programme at University of Wollongong (UOW) Malaysia KDU, Utropolis Glenmarie
Gary Ng , Accounting Graduate from KDU University College
Students after SPM or O-Levels can enter into University of Wollongong (UOW) Malaysia KDU, Utropolis Glenmarie Foundation in Arts & Technology for 1 year before continuing on to the degree. The other pathway is to take the Diploma in Accounting for 2 years and then enter into Year 2 of the Bachelor of Accounting (Hons) Degree programme for another 2 years.
The Bachelor of Accounting (Hons) programme at University of Wollongong (UOW) Malaysia KDU, Utropolis Glenmarie is a collaboration with global professional accounting body, the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA). The 3-year programme is the quickest for students in Malaysia for a seamless journey towards earning an internationally recognised professional qualification. With 129 credits accredited by ACCA, students are able to complete the ACCA Fundamentals (nine papers) within the first two years of their studies.
Students’ final year will be spent covering the syllabus of five professional ACCA papers and attending special revision classes to prepare for two essential ACCA Professional level exams. UOWM KDU is an ACCA Platinum Approved Learning Partner (ALP), which is the highest and most prestigious level of approval for universities and colleges globally.
Accounting Degree Programme at First City University College
First City University College is a private higher education institution established in 1990 by the First
Nationwide Group. Students after SPM or O-Levels will take the Foundation in Business Administration and then continue on to the BSc (Hons) Accounting and Finance. First City University College is the best value for money with a purpose-designed, fully equipped campus with sports and recreational facilities, and located on a 13-acre site within Bandar Utama.
Accounting Degree Programme at HELP University
HELP University is Ranked as Very Good or Tier 4 in the SETARA 2013 & SETARA 2011 by MQA. The top university rank achieved by HELP University affirms their commitment and position as one of the best universities in Malaysia. Students after SPM & O-Levels can enter the Foundation in Arts Programme at HELP University before proceeding to the Bachelor of Business (Hons) Accounting programme at HELP University with the relevant results.
HELP University’s accounting program is the first from a university in Malaysia to be accredited by CPA, Australia. Furthermore, the accounting program is granted maximum exemptions by professional bodies such as ACCA, ICAEW and MAICSA. HELP University’s business students can transfer credits to many top universities in Australia, UK and New Zealand, including the University of Queensland, University of Melbourne, Australian National University, University of New South Wales, Leeds University and many others. In addition, HELP University’s business program is one of the very few business programs in the world where students are able to transfer their credits into the final year of the University of Queensland Business/Commerce program.
