Accounting and finance is a crucial component in the operations, management and survival of organisations. Every facet of commerce whether it be the chemical industry, or a not for profit organisations, they all require accountants and finance professionals who can record, classify, summarise, interpret and communicate financial information necessary for making informed strategic choices for businesses to grow. These professionals will also help businesses follow correct accounting standards and comply with the law.
Getting a degree in accounting course in Penang, Malaysia is now easier with us. The Accounting and Finance curricular and program is shaped by industry standards, which gives our students key insights into a number of areas involving case study analysis and problem solving scenarios. The course delivery is campus based, but almost certainly there will be elements of digital delivery and experiential learning to provide you with the best skill set. UOW Malaysia KDU is extremely proud of its ability to generate internships and its international and local connections into the industry.
Our flagship Dual Award Degree in Accountancy offers students an outstanding educational experience in which students not only receive a UOW Malaysia KDU Penang University College degree but also a UK degree award from the University of Lincoln. Students also enjoy study abroad opportunities, an option available in their last year of studies at the University of Lincoln campus in the UK.
Why study Accounting and Finance?
This degree is ideal for those who thrive on numbers and have an eye for detail. Accounting is generally considered as the language and basic tool for businesses and as accountants, much hinges on the data you produce and present to directors, managers and even the CEO of a large listed company. As a professional accountant, it’s likely you will be employed quickly following graduation. UOW Malaysia KDU offers you with the perfect opportunity to get a degree in accounting course in Penang, Malaysia.
In most cases, our students go on to finalise their professional certification and become Charted Accountants.
This degree program provides a pathway to:
- Professional Accreditation: The Bachelor of Accountancy dual award degree offers 9 full exemptions from the ACCA professional examinations, 6 exemptions from CPA Australia program, 7 exemptions from ICAEW UK program, and is exempted from professional stage examination from MICPA.
- Postgraduate Study: This program prepares you with a solid in foundation in Accounting and Finance to enable you to pursue a Master’s degree in Accounting, Banking and Finance.
- Career opportunities: Accounting covers a multiplicity of career paths – including Auditing, Forensic Accounting, Public and Private sectors in the economy. Many trained accountants go onto become CEOs of leading listed company.
Dual Award title:
UOW Malaysia KDU Penang University College Award:
- Bachelor of Accountancy (Honours)
University of Lincoln Award:
- BA (Hons) Accountancy and Finance
Graduates of a dual award degree program receive a degree award from both UOW Malaysia KDU Penang University College and our partner university. A dual award degree program constitutes completion of a single program of study and is differentiated from a double –degree.