Diploma in Accounting In the corporate world, presenting accurate and timely financial data is crucial in ensuring that you make the correct decisions and solve financial problems. Our program is designed to equip you with knowledge and familiarity with various aspects of business such as taxation and commercial law. We also include Business English in our syllabus so that you can communicate confidently with colleagues and business partners. If crunching numbers and balancing accounts is your forte, then this diploma is ideal for you. What is accounting? Accounting refers to a systematic process of maintaining financial accounts. It is a very important field as all organizations need to have a financial record of how much the spend and how much they make. By doing so, businesses know if they are growing. It also helps companies to decide on the next step. A diploma in accounting covers all the basic essentials of accounting. At the end of the course, you should be able to record financial transactions, store, sort, retrieve and summarize financial information. You will also be able to present and report your findings. Educational Partner: Program information Highlights Program structure Study route Fee & intakes Entry requirements BUSINESS STUDIES FOR LEADERS OF THE FUTURE Grooming Business Leaders for the Future Choose UOW Malaysia KDU to Develop Entrepreneurial Skills Students Today, Entrepreneurs Tomorrow Real World Education With Industry GROOMING BUSINESS LEADERS FOR THE FUTURE When students graduate from UOW Malaysia KDU with a business degree, they are ready to compete and succeed anywhere in the world. At UOW Malaysia KDU, we ensure that our students are armed with the knowledge, insights and skills, and empowered with experience, so that they stand out in our ever-evolving globalised economy and help create an economically prosperous tomorrow. The academic experience at UOW Malaysia KDU is designed for students who not only desire to study business, but also to build the characteristics and confidence necessary for a real world experience. Our focus on communication skills, emotional intelligence, identifying strengths and pursuing passions prepare them to become driven and intuitive leaders. CHOOSE UOW MALAYSIA KDU FOR YOUR BUSINESS STUDIES UOW Malaysia KDU University College’s School of Business drive a strong focus on offering real world and experiential learning for, as well as developing entrepreneurial skills in students. Students are given opportunities to understand business organisations, systems and processes from a simulated model, learn from captains of industry, and work with industrial partners on real-world projects – giving them a head start in honing their business sense and sharpening their skills. Our focus on communication skills, emotional intelligence, identifying strengths and pursuing passion prepare them to become driven and intuitive leader. Obtained desired job, run own business, further study Over 100 companies for student internships Diverse student population from over 18 countries A purpose-built Entrepreneurialism Center Industry-Aligned Curriculum with input from Industry Advisory Panels 45% of faculty members are with industry experience Programs accredited by Professional Bodies Faculty members are active in Industry Research, Corporate Training, and Consultancy STUDENTS TODAY, ENTREPRENEURS TOMORROW At UOW Malaysia KDU, students are encouraged to cultivate an entrepreneurial mind – to be bold, innovative and adaptable. All students that are taking business studies are required to undergo the Entrepreneurship module, anchored by the university college’s School of Business. In the pursuit of nurturing budding entrepreneurs, the School of Business set up its own Enterprise Centre and partnered with Malaysia Practice Enterprise Centre (MyPEC) for its business simulator program. Under the Entrepreneurship module, students work in teams to run a business and solve its problems and issues in a virtual environment. The simulated set-up allows students to use various web-based applications including the SKOLA trading platform, human resources, administration and marketing platforms; providing students with the opportunity to experience different scenarios that occur in a real-world business environment. This teaches students the various methods of facing different situations, taking calculated risks and learning from failures. Besides the simulated environment, students also go through the process of conceptualising, developing and fine-tuning business ideas, which will be pitched to angel investors. The module is taught by lecturers who have had vast industry experience and who are members of the Malaysian Business Angels Network (MBAN). REAL WORLD EDUCATION WITH INDUSTRY Students at UOW Malaysia KDU’s School of Business are driven to be industry-ready. Essential to their academic learning and experience are our collaborations with industry partners, all designed to ensure our students get an edge above others even before they graduate. ● Industry Cooperative Education Program Industry partnership through adoption of specific module at UOW Malaysia KDU School of Business provides our students an opportunity to network with their potentially future employers and apply classroom learning in real-world situations. In most cases, students will go through a series of training modules – from sessions on financial literacy to retail and customer service insights, people management, and other relevant operational areas. The holistic learning eco-system enables students to create and execute their own business plan, which forms part of the practical student assessment throughout their education journey. ● UOW Malaysia KDU Job Shadowing Program At UOW Malaysia KDU, we value the need for students to experience the real world instead of just the classroom education. Therefore from as early as Year 1 of their Bachelor’s Degree studies or Year 2 of their Diploma studies, students will have an opportunity to experience the daily operations of a company as well as observe first hand of the challenges that are faced in the respective professions. Through UOW Malaysia KDU Job Shadowing program, students will be able to gain insights about the industry as opposed to just reading general job descriptions. ● Revolutionary Business Simulation As the world of business transforms rapidly with the adoption of digital economy, the paradigm shift has resulted in greater demand for organisation with soft skills and entrepreneurial mindset. Students’ adaptability of this new era would enhance their innovativeness and productivity, hence contributing in the society development. At UOW Malaysia KDU School of Business, students are put into business simulated environment at our very own Entrepreneurialism Centre, guided by certified EuroPEN-PEN International trainers and are led by experienced Malaysia Business Angel Network (MBAN) investor. The simulated set-up allows students to use various web-based applications including the Simplified Business System (SBS) trading platform, human resources, administration and marketing platforms, teaches them various methods in facing the VUCA (Volatility, Uncertainty, Complexity and Ambiguity) world, taking calculated risks and learning from failures. ● Industry Expert Speakers Series The Industry Expert Speaker Series is comprised of various guest lectures, workshops, talks and forums, where experts across various industries and organisations share their thoughts, knowledge and experiences with our students. Past speakers include Dato’ Teo Chiang Quan (Chairman of UOW Malaysia KDU Board), Dr. Robert Bong (Chief Advisor of Malaysia Blue Ocean Strategy Institute), Dato’ Dan E Khoo (Vice President – Strategy, Multimedia Development Corporation), Mohd Ibrahimnuddin Mohd Yunus (Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of Petronas Dagangan Berhad), Melissa Ng (Head of Service Marketing, Nissan Malaysia and IndoChina), Surentran Somasundram (Chief Executive Oficer, Snack Boss Sendirian Berhad), and Marwan Ma’som (Founder, SwiftCow Malaysia), just to name a few. Duration 2 years Program Location UOW Malaysia KDU Penang University College, George Town Core YEAR 1 Writing and Referencing Business Mathematics Business Statistics Oral Communication Financial Accounting 1 Financial Accounting 2 Introduction to Accounting Introduction to Personal Financing Management Accounting 1 Microeconomics Macroeconomics Principles of Management Principles of Marketing Taxation 1 YEAR 2 Accounting Information Systems Business Law Business Ethics Company Law Corporate Social Responsibility Entrepreneurship Financial Accounting 3 Financial Management Introduction to Audit Management Accounting 2 Performance Management Taxation 2 MPU Pengajian Malaysia 2 / Bahasa Melayu Komunikasi 1 Personal Development Skills Society and Development in Malaysia Teamwork and Community Bahasa Kebangsaan A* Notes Bahasa Kebangsaan A is compulsory for all Malaysian students without a credit in SPM Bahasa Malaysia. without SPM Bahasa Malaysia (applicable to students from UEC, O Level, or other equivalent programs) Intake dates 2021 18 January 31 May 13 September Estimated fees Local students RM33,950 Download Fee Details International students RM45,850 Download Fee Details Notes *Terms and Conditions Apply *Instalment Payment Plan Available Academic Qualification SPM / O Levels / UEC : 3 Credits including Mathematics Sijil Kemahiran Malaysia : Pass Level 3 in a related field and Pass in SPM with a minimum of 1 Credit in any subject with Credit in Mathematics English Requirement Local Student: Pass (English at SPM level or equivalent) International Student: Band 4.0 in IELTS; or a min score of 30 (IBT) or 397 (PBT) in TOEFL; or Cambridge English CAE & CPE (140); or PTE Academic (36) Notes If English language requirements are not fulfilled, additional English module(s) may be taken at UOW Malaysia KDU. 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Grooming Business Leaders for the Future Choose UOW Malaysia KDU to Develop Entrepreneurial Skills Students Today, Entrepreneurs Tomorrow Real World Education With Industry GROOMING BUSINESS LEADERS FOR THE FUTURE When students graduate from UOW Malaysia KDU with a business degree, they are ready to compete and succeed anywhere in the world. At UOW Malaysia KDU, we ensure that our students are armed with the knowledge, insights and skills, and empowered with experience, so that they stand out in our ever-evolving globalised economy and help create an economically prosperous tomorrow. The academic experience at UOW Malaysia KDU is designed for students who not only desire to study business, but also to build the characteristics and confidence necessary for a real world experience. Our focus on communication skills, emotional intelligence, identifying strengths and pursuing passions prepare them to become driven and intuitive leaders. CHOOSE UOW MALAYSIA KDU FOR YOUR BUSINESS STUDIES UOW Malaysia KDU University College’s School of Business drive a strong focus on offering real world and experiential learning for, as well as developing entrepreneurial skills in students. Students are given opportunities to understand business organisations, systems and processes from a simulated model, learn from captains of industry, and work with industrial partners on real-world projects – giving them a head start in honing their business sense and sharpening their skills. Our focus on communication skills, emotional intelligence, identifying strengths and pursuing passion prepare them to become driven and intuitive leader. Obtained desired job, run own business, further study Over 100 companies for student internships Diverse student population from over 18 countries A purpose-built Entrepreneurialism Center Industry-Aligned Curriculum with input from Industry Advisory Panels 45% of faculty members are with industry experience Programs accredited by Professional Bodies Faculty members are active in Industry Research, Corporate Training, and Consultancy STUDENTS TODAY, ENTREPRENEURS TOMORROW At UOW Malaysia KDU, students are encouraged to cultivate an entrepreneurial mind – to be bold, innovative and adaptable. All students that are taking business studies are required to undergo the Entrepreneurship module, anchored by the university college’s School of Business. In the pursuit of nurturing budding entrepreneurs, the School of Business set up its own Enterprise Centre and partnered with Malaysia Practice Enterprise Centre (MyPEC) for its business simulator program. Under the Entrepreneurship module, students work in teams to run a business and solve its problems and issues in a virtual environment. The simulated set-up allows students to use various web-based applications including the SKOLA trading platform, human resources, administration and marketing platforms; providing students with the opportunity to experience different scenarios that occur in a real-world business environment. This teaches students the various methods of facing different situations, taking calculated risks and learning from failures. Besides the simulated environment, students also go through the process of conceptualising, developing and fine-tuning business ideas, which will be pitched to angel investors. The module is taught by lecturers who have had vast industry experience and who are members of the Malaysian Business Angels Network (MBAN). REAL WORLD EDUCATION WITH INDUSTRY Students at UOW Malaysia KDU’s School of Business are driven to be industry-ready. Essential to their academic learning and experience are our collaborations with industry partners, all designed to ensure our students get an edge above others even before they graduate. ● Industry Cooperative Education Program Industry partnership through adoption of specific module at UOW Malaysia KDU School of Business provides our students an opportunity to network with their potentially future employers and apply classroom learning in real-world situations. In most cases, students will go through a series of training modules – from sessions on financial literacy to retail and customer service insights, people management, and other relevant operational areas. The holistic learning eco-system enables students to create and execute their own business plan, which forms part of the practical student assessment throughout their education journey. ● UOW Malaysia KDU Job Shadowing Program At UOW Malaysia KDU, we value the need for students to experience the real world instead of just the classroom education. Therefore from as early as Year 1 of their Bachelor’s Degree studies or Year 2 of their Diploma studies, students will have an opportunity to experience the daily operations of a company as well as observe first hand of the challenges that are faced in the respective professions. Through UOW Malaysia KDU Job Shadowing program, students will be able to gain insights about the industry as opposed to just reading general job descriptions. ● Revolutionary Business Simulation As the world of business transforms rapidly with the adoption of digital economy, the paradigm shift has resulted in greater demand for organisation with soft skills and entrepreneurial mindset. Students’ adaptability of this new era would enhance their innovativeness and productivity, hence contributing in the society development. At UOW Malaysia KDU School of Business, students are put into business simulated environment at our very own Entrepreneurialism Centre, guided by certified EuroPEN-PEN International trainers and are led by experienced Malaysia Business Angel Network (MBAN) investor. The simulated set-up allows students to use various web-based applications including the Simplified Business System (SBS) trading platform, human resources, administration and marketing platforms, teaches them various methods in facing the VUCA (Volatility, Uncertainty, Complexity and Ambiguity) world, taking calculated risks and learning from failures. ● Industry Expert Speakers Series The Industry Expert Speaker Series is comprised of various guest lectures, workshops, talks and forums, where experts across various industries and organisations share their thoughts, knowledge and experiences with our students. Past speakers include Dato’ Teo Chiang Quan (Chairman of UOW Malaysia KDU Board), Dr. Robert Bong (Chief Advisor of Malaysia Blue Ocean Strategy Institute), Dato’ Dan E Khoo (Vice President – Strategy, Multimedia Development Corporation), Mohd Ibrahimnuddin Mohd Yunus (Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of Petronas Dagangan Berhad), Melissa Ng (Head of Service Marketing, Nissan Malaysia and IndoChina), Surentran Somasundram (Chief Executive Oficer, Snack Boss Sendirian Berhad), and Marwan Ma’som (Founder, SwiftCow Malaysia), just to name a few.
