Key information
With very close links with industry, commerce and relevant professional bodies, our business-related programmes are world-renowned for teaching and research.
- Programme code
- KPT/JPS (R2/0411/6/0082) (MQA/FA7011) 03/31
- Level
- Undergraduate
- Delivery type
- Full Time
- Degree qualification
- MA
- Mode of delivery
- On-Campus
- Duration
- 3 years
- Location
- Malaysia
- Start date
- September, January
Our Accounting and Business Finance programme is a specialist degree, particularly suited to those seeking entry into the accounting profession, financial services or financial management. The value of such studies is also recognised by professional accountancy bodies which offer examination exemptions.
The degree of Master of Arts (MA) is an undergraduate Honours degree, awarded by the ancient universities in Scotland and the UK including Aberdeen, Dundee, Edinburgh, Glasgow, St Andrews, Cambridge and Oxford. At other universities in Scotland and the UK, undergraduate degrees in the arts, liberal arts, humanities or social sciences are awarded as Bachelor of Arts (BA).
Your student experience
The MA (Hons) Accounting and Business Finance programme is delivered by a highly qualified teaching team with a strong industry focus. Teaching staff combine academic rigour with practical insight, ensuring that students develop a solid foundation in accounting and finance alongside an understanding of contemporary professional practice. This integrated approach supports the development of analytical, technical and professional skills that are highly valued by employers.
Go Global
With Go Global, Heriot-Watt's global student programme, you can carry your studies to new places and experience new cultures, expanding your horizons on the way. You'll discover what it means to be a true global citizen and emerge prepared for wherever your career journey will take you.
Inter-Campus Transfer: Dubai
Inter-Campus Transfer: United Kingdom
Course content
September Intake - Malaysia
Year 1
Mandatory September
- The Economy
- Fundamentals of Finance
- Principles of Accounting
- Management in a Global Context
Mandatory January
- Financial Markets Theory
- Quantitative Methods 1
- Management Accounting in Organisations
- Financial Accounting
Optional September
- Self-Empowerment and Social Responsibility I
- National Language A (MPU 3212)
Optional January
- Integrity and Anti-Corruption
- Malay Language Communication 2 (MPU 3143)
- Self-Empowerment and Social Responsibility II
Year 2
Mandatory September
- Management Accounting Techniques and Decisions
- Intermediate Financial Accounting
- Introduction to Commercial Law
- Corporate Financial Theory
Optional September
- Philosophy and Current Issues
Mandatory January
- Business Research Methods
- Business Law and the Law of Corporate Governance
- Auditing and Assurance
Optional January
- Taxation in Malaysia
Optional May
- Industrial Training
Year 3
Mandatory September
- Accounting and Finance Dissertation 1
- Accounting Information Systems and Technology
- Managerial Accounting: Decision Making
Optional September
- International Entrepreneurship
- International Bond and Currency Markets
Mandatory January
- Accounting and Finance Dissertation 2
- Contemporary Issues in Finance
- Advanced Financial Accounting
Optional January
- Case Studies in Financial Management
January Intake - Malaysia
Year 1
Mandatory January
- Quantitative Methods 1
- Management Accounting in Organisations
- Fundamentals of Finance
- Principles of Accounting
Mandatory May
- The Economy
- Financial Accounting
- Financial Markets Theory
- Management in a Global Context
Optional January
- Appreciation of Ethics and Civilisations
- Malay Language Communication 2 (MPU 3143)
Optional May
- Philosophy and Current Issues
- National Language A (MPU 3212)
Year 2
Mandatory September
- Management Accounting Techniques and Decisions
- Intermediate Financial Accounting
- Introduction to Commercial Law
- Corporate Financial Theory
Optional September
- Self-Empowerment and Social Responsibility I
Mandatory January
- Business Research Methods
- Business Law and the Law of Corporate Governance
- Auditing and Assurance
Optional January
- Taxation in Malaysia
- Self-Empowerment and Social Responsibility II
- Integrity and Anti-Corruption
Optional May
- Industrial Training
Year 3
Mandatory September
- Accounting and Finance Dissertation 1
- Accounting Information Systems and Technology
- Managerial Accounting: Decision Making
Optional September
- International Entrepreneurship
- International Bond and Currency Markets
Mandatory January
- Accounting and Finance Dissertation 2
- Advanced Financial Accounting
- Contemporary Issues in Finance
Optional January
- Case Studies in Financial Management
Disclaimer
The courses mentioned above may change between now and the time that you study. For more information, please view our Terms and Conditions.
Fees and funding
| Status | Full Time |
|---|---|
| Local | RM 38,150 |
| International | RM 51,007.20 |
Scholarships and bursaries
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View detailsEntry requirements
We have standard entry requirements for all of our courses that you will have to meet.
Year 1
- Heriot-Watt University Malaysia: Foundation in Business or Science: Grade C average
- A-Level: CCC
- STPM: GPA 2.33 Grade C+ in any 2 subjects
- UEC: Maximum 26 points including a B6 in UEC Mathematics and B4 in UEC English (5 subjects not less than B grade)
- IB Diploma: 27 points for 6 subjects
- WACE/SACE: ATAR 65
- Ontario Secondary School Diploma: 65% (average score based on 6 best Grade 12 relevant subjects including English)
- Foundation: CGPA 2.5
- China Senior High School Graduation Certificate: 70% including 60% in Mathematics
- India Senior School Certificate/Class XII: 70% including C in Year 10 Maths
- Indonesia SMA 3: 66% including C in Year 10 Maths
Note:
In addition to the entry requirements listed above, applicants must have grade C in Mathematics at SPM/ IGCSE level or equivalent. This requirement can be waived if applicants have obtained at least grade pass in Mathematics at a higher level.
We strongly urge all prospective students to submit their applications. Our students comprise of individuals with a wide array of qualifications. The most comprehensive way for us to assess eligibility is by receiving a completed application comprising of academic qualification.
Entry requirements in the prospectus and website may not always apply and individual offers may vary.
English language requirements
If your first language is not English, we'll need to see evidence of your English language ability.
The minimum English language requirement for entry to this programme is IELTS 6.0 (or equivalent) with no score lower than 5.5.
If you do not have IELTS 6.0, we offer a range of English language courses to help you meet the English language requirement for this programme prior to commencing your studies.
Why Heriot-Watt
We are committed to producing future-ready graduates with high-quality British education. Located in Putrajaya since 2014, Heriot-Watt University Malaysia's purpose-built, state-of-the-art, lakeside campus in Putrajaya is the first “green campus” in Malaysia; catering to a global network of students.
Ranked in the top 10 for Research Impact in the UK, with campuses in Scotland and Dubai, we offer students the opportunity of a truly global seamless learning experience flourishing beyond academic excellence through our Purpose Driven Education approach.
Employability
Graduates of the MA Accounting and Business Finance have quickly secured employment with leading accounting firms, major financial institutions, and multinational companies upon graduation. The MA Accounting and Business Finance degree provides graduates with a strong foundation in financial reporting, analysis, and governance, opening up diverse career opportunities across areas such as public practice, corporate sectors and financial services. Graduates can pursue both specialist and leadership roles, with clear pathways for professional advancement and global mobility.
Potential career paths
- Financial Accountant
- Management Accountant
- Auditor
- Tax Accountant/Consultant
- Financial Analysts
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