Find Out What you will Study in the Bachelor in Banking and Finance (Hons) with Specialism in Investment Analytics at Asia Pacific University (APU)
- Bachelor in Banking and Finance (Hons) with specialism in Investment Analytics degree is designed to provide you an edge with the latest technologies that are in line with the Industrial Revolution 4.0.
- Professional Recognition of APU Banking & Finance Courses
- Intake Dates, Fees, Entry Requirements, and Programme Outline for the Bachelor in Banking and Finance (Hons) with Specialism in Investment Analytics at Asia Pacific University (APU)
Students interested in Investment Analytics can consider the degree at Asia Pacific University (APU) in Malaysia. You can find out more about the course details, entry requirements, intakes and tuition fees in this article. Students interested to apply for the course or need advise can contact us.
As one of Malaysia’s highest rated Premier Digital Tech Universities that established its own IR4.0 strategy, Asia Pacific University of Technology and Innovation (APU) has formed an ecosystem that facilitates the delivery of IR4.0-relevant programmes. As part of this ecosystem, FinTech education is integrated into the accounting, banking and finance disciplines, powered by concepts and applications of blockchain technology, Robo advisory, FinTech governance and risk management, digital currencies and cryptocurrencies and crowdfunding.
All students under APU’s accounting, banking and finance programmes are exposed to the essentials of FinTech through specially-designed FinTech modules, to ensure that they are not alienated by the rapid transformation happening around the financial sector when they graduate.
The Banking and Finance (Hons) with specialism in Investment Analytics at Asia Pacific University (APU) is specifically designed to provide students with the knowledge and skills in handling financial products, product development and working within the rapidly changing Global Banking and Finance Industry. Opportunities to develop into highly competent managers, who are well qualified not only in Banking and Finance but also other professional areas required for successful business administration and management.
APU students will also gain knowledge and understanding of the core elements of investment analytics with specialised subjects such as Economics of Finance, Fixed Income Analysis, Technical Analysis and Trading, Equity Investment, Robo Advisor and Portfolio Management. In addition, APU’s Bachelor in Banking and Finance (Hons) degree is designed to provide you an edge with the latest technologies that are in line with the Industrial Revolution 4.0 as well as FinTech knowledge and technical skill relevant to Banking and Finance.
What You Need to Know About Studying the Bachelor in Banking and Finance (Hons) with specialism in Investment Analytics Asia Pacific University (APU)
Bryan & Wen Kai, Fintech at Asia Pacific University (APU)
The Banking and Finance (Hons)w ith specialism in Investment Analytics programme at Asia Pacific University (APU) is specifically designed to provide:
- Knowledge and skills in handling financial products, product development and working within the rapidly changing Global Banking and Finance Industry.
- Opportunities to develop into highly competent managers, who are well qualified not only in Banking and Finance but also other professional areas required for successful business administration and management.
- Knowledge and understanding of the core elements of investment, financial analysis, and risk management that underpin sound decision-making.
- FinTech knowledge and technical skill relevant to Banking and Finance.
CMT Association Academic Partner
APU’s selection as the CMT Association’s Academic Partner Program signifies APU’s strong commitment to students’ career readiness and applied learning. Institutions in the CMT’s Academic Partner Program demonstrate academic rigor in financial courses ranging from quantitative methodologies to behavioral finance, as well as portfolio management and other key aspects of technical analysis.
With this partnership, the two institutions illustrate an innovative solution to the growing demand for student education and career preparedness, while advocating for the advancement of technical analysis.
Subjects for the Banking and Finance (Hons) with specialism in Investment Analytics programme at Asia Pacific University (APU)
Year 1
Hui Ying, Diploma in Accounting Graduate from Asia Pacific University (APU)
Students will learn fundamental skills required by every banking and finance professional, and the basic understanding of business management and finance. We will also expose them towards business & communication skills, accounting skills and management skills.
Common Modules
- Quantitative Skills
- Introduction to Management
- Business and Communications Skills
- Financial Accounting 1
- Business Economics
- Financial System
- Financial Accounting 2
- Essential of Banking & Finance
- Business Law
- Marketing
Year 2
A broader range of skills will be learned, in which the students will gain a better understanding of investment analysis and management of investment risks.
In addition, they will be introduced to the tool and test for various financial markets through Econometric software and trading platform.
Besides, students will also be introduced to the hands-on training on the underlying technologies enabling FinTech solutions such as Python programming and R-programming.
Common Modules
- Financial Management
- Financial Statement Analysis
- Banking Instruments & Procedures
- Financial Technology
- Enabling FinTech
- Financial Planning
- Financial Econometrics
- Business Research Methods
- Applications of AI in Finance
- Law of Banking & Finance
Specialised Modules
- Economics of Finance
- Fixed Income Analysis
INTERNSHIP (16 WEEKS)
Students will undertake a short Internship/ Industrial Training for a minimum period of 16 weeks to prepare them for a smooth transition from the classroom to the working environment.
Year 3
Students will make use of their previous studies and industrial experience to learn about the practical aspect of risk management practices and theories as well as the globalisation of banking and finance in Global Banking and Finance.
Concept and empirical applications of Technical Analysis & Trading will also be a target to groom them as a leader in investment and risk management.
A final-year project requires them to explore a topic individually – they will demonstrate their academic and practical aspects of their ability in the chosen area of study.
Common Modules
- Risk Management in Banking and Finance
- Financial Derivatives
- Corporate Finance
- Global Banking and Finance
- Investigation Report
- Ethics in Finance
Specialised Modules
- Technical Analysis and Trading
- Equity Investment
- Robo Advisor
- Portfolio Management
Note: The specialism will only appear in the academic transcript.
MQA Compulsory Subjects *
- Appreciation of Ethics and Civilisation (M’sian Students)
- Malay Communication Language (Int’l Students)
- Philosophy and Current Issues
- Workplace Professional Communication Skills
- Employee & Employment Trends
- Co-Curriculum
Asia Pacific University (APU) Financial Trading Centre
APU’s Financial Trading Centre has partnered with TradingView to provide students with the best charting platform and social media network connecting traders and investors over the globe. This partnership allows our students to have free access to premium features of TradingView’s powerful charting and technical analysis tools in our Financial Trading Centre.
Founded in 2011 and headquartered in London, England, United Kingdom, TradingView has attracted over 50 million traders and investors worldwide to its platform. It provides extensive learning opportunities for students, from understanding trading concepts to building charting skills, while its tools from the Stock screener to the Economic calendar, help develop better analytical thinking.
As part of our commitment to preparing our students for success in the financial industry, APU is incorporating TradingView software into the academic curriculum to expose students to powerful, real-time technical analysis tools for informed trading decisions. This integration allows students to learn and apply technical analysis tools in real-time, while building their charting skills and gaining valuable experience in the financial markets.
We are excited about our partnership with TradingView and the opportunities it provides to our students. The Financial Trading Centre at APU is now better equipped to provide students with a top-quality education that prepares them for careers in the financial industry.
Professional Recognition of APU Banking & Finance Courses
APU has been leading the way for its graduates in Professional recognition and exemptions in the areas of Accounting, Banking, Finance and Actuarial Studies. These are valuable not only for moving your career as a full-time professional forward but also for expanding your skills and expertise to become a more well-rounded employee. These recognitions help you become a more desirable job candidate or employee, one who can command a higher salary.
Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) Institute University Affiliation Program
APU is a member of the Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) Institute University Affiliation Program. This indicates that at least 70% of CFA Program Candidate Body of Knowledge (CBOK) is embedded in our curriculum, and students who have completed our Bachelor in Banking and Finance (Hons) programmes are prepared to undertake the exams leading to the Chartered Financial Analyst® (CFA®) designation, which is the most respected and recognized investment credential in the world. In addition, APU is also eligible to receive a limited number of student scholarships for the CFA Program every year.
CMT Association Partner Academic
APU’s selection as the CMT Association’s Academic Partner Program signifies APU’s strong commitment to students’ career readiness and applied learning. Institutions in the CMT’s Academic Partner Program demonstrate academic rigor in financial courses ranging from quantitative methodologies to behavioural finance, as well as portfolio management and other key aspects of technical analysis. With this partnership, the two institutions illustrate an innovative solution to the growing demand for student education and career preparedness, while advocating for the advancement of technical analysis.
DID YOU KNOW?
Finance is always at the heart of commerce that no one could get rid of. However, the advent of financial technology has disrupted the delivery of financial services. In order to remain competitive in digital banking sphere, banks have started to employ more staffing resources in the digitisation initiatives. Thus, our Bachelor in Banking and Finance (Hons) (one of the first industry-driven FinTech curriculum in Malaysia) will prepare the graduates to meet the needs of a rapidly disrupted Financial Services industry in Malaysia and internationally with the ability to develop innovative ideas and to employ state-of-the art technologies.
Professional Body Partner
- All Banking & Finance Programmes are accredited by Asian Institute of Chartered Bankers
- AICB collaborates with APU in sharing of leading practices, knowledge and expertise in banking trends and developments through industry surveys, publications and thought leadership initiatives.
- CISI
- All the graduates of Banking and Finance are eligible to be affiliate members of CISI at a discounted price. Affiliate members of CISI will enjoy a suite of benefits, encompassing networking opportunities, continuous professional development, access to resources, and a commitment to ethical standards and professional excellence.
- LSEG Financial Database
- LSEG was previously known as Refinitiv and Thompson Reuters. Students can get access to real-time financial data via LSEG for analytics and research on par with the financial practitioners.
- All Banking & Finance Programmes are empowered by FAOM
- APU is the first University in Malaysia to sign MOA with FAOM to jointly develop future talents to embrace FinTech. FAOM also advises APU in the FinTech curriculum development to align with the industry requirement.
Education Pathway
Students after SPM or IGCSE/O-Levels with at least 5 credits including Maths may go for the 1-year Foundation in Business & Finance programme at top ranked Asia Pacific University (APU).
Alternatively, with at least 3 credits including Maths, students can go for the Diploma in Accounting for 2 years at Asia Pacific University and then enter into Year 2 of the Bachelor in Banking and Finance (Hons) at APU.
Students after the external Pre-University Programme such as A-Levels, UEC, STPM, SAM, CPU, MUFY or AUSMAT may enter directly into the Banking & Finance Degree programme with relevant results.
Intake Dates
The intake dates for the Certificate, Foundation, Diploma & Degree courses at Asia Pacific University (APU) will change each year but will generally fall on the following months. Please WhatsApp 01111408838 for the exact intake dates for your course of interest at Asia Pacific University.
- APU Foundation Intake Dates – February, April, May, July, September and November
- APU Diploma Intake Dates – April, May, July, September and November
- APU Degree Intake Dates – February, April, May, July, September and November
Tuition Fees
Year 1: RM 29,600
Year 2: RM 30,600
Year 3: RM 31,800
Total: RM 92,000
* Fees stated above do not include Deposits and other Miscellaneous Fees. Please WhatsApp 01111408838 for details.
Entry Requirements
| Programmes | General Requirements |
| DIRECT ENTRY TO LEVEL 1 OF THE DEGREE: | |
| STPM | • 2 Passes in STPM with a minimum Grade C+ (GP 2.33) and a Credit in Mathematics and a Pass in English at SPM Level or its equivalent. |
| A-LEVEL | • 2 Passes in A-Level in any 2 subjects, and a Credit in Mathematics and a Pass in English at SPM/O-Level/ IGCSE or its equivalent. |
| UEC | • 5 Grade B’s in UEC including Mathematics with a Pass in English. |
| MATRICULATION/ FOUNDATION | • Passed Foundation programme (minimum CGPA of 2.5) with a Credit in Mathematics and a Pass in English at SPM/O-Level/IGCSE or equivalent. |
| DIRECT ENTRY TO LEVEL 2 OF THE DEGREE: | |
| DIPLOMA IN ACCOUNTING | • Passed Diploma with minimum CGPA of 2.5 and a Credit in Mathematics at SPM level. |
Any qualification that APU accepts as equivalent to the above.
APU-DMU Dual Degree Programme – Double Your Advantage
- APU’s partnership with De Montfort University (DMU), UK enables students to be awarded Dual Awards – separate degree certificates from each institution – and enhances not just teaching and learning experiences, but also career prospects.
- Upon graduation, students will receive 2 Degree Certificates & Transcripts: 1 from APU, Malaysia and 1 from DMU, UK.
Both degrees are recognised locally & internationally. - The APU-DMU Dual Degree Programmes are offered under an approved collaboration in accordance with the QAA UK Quality Code for Higher Education for the Assurance of Academic Quality and Standards in Higher Education as published by the United Kingdom Quality Assurance Agency (QAA).
Careers Options
- Stock Broker
- Banker
- Investment Banker
- Trader
- Finance Director
- Finance Officer
- Underwriter
- Personal Finance Advisor
- Loan and Credit Officer
- Bank Manager
- Branch Manager
- Banking Specialist
- Relationship Manager
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Risk Management has to do with Finance, not Customs.