Bachelor of Economics (Hons)

Overview
The Bachelor of Economics (Hons) at HELP University provides a strong foundation for careers in accounting, finance, and banking. The programme integrates theory with practical applications, equipping students with analytical tools to understand financial markets, banking operations, and corporate financial decision-making. Graduates gain insights into financial systems at both national and global levels.

Why Choose HELP?

• Hands-on learning – Team-based projects, business simulations, and real-life case studies enhance problem-solving skills.
• Industry relevance – Curriculum guided by the Industry Advisory Board to meet industry expectations.
• Global recognition – Graduates receive scholarships and transfer opportunities to top universities in Australia and the UK.
• Expert faculty & accreditation – Recognised by leading universities and professional bodies, with strong industry connections.

Entry Requirements

Applicants must have one of the following entry qualifications:

• Matriculation/Foundation or its equivalent: Minimum CGPA of 2.00 out of 4.00**
• Diploma (Level 4, MQF): Minimum CGPA 2.00 out of 4.00
• STPM: Minimum Grade C (GP 2.0) in any TWO subjects
• Advanced Diploma (Level 5, MQF): Minimum CGPA of 2.00 out of 4.00
• Sijil Tinggi Agama Malaysia (STAM): Minimum grade of Jayyid (good)
• Diploma Kemahiran Malaysia (DKM) / Diploma Vokasional Malaysia (DVM): Subjected to Senate / Academic Board’s approval
• Diploma Lanjutan Kemahiran Malaysia (DLKM): Subjected to Senate / Academic Board’s approval
• A-Level: 2 passes
• Senior Middle 3 (UEC): 5 B’s***
• CPU: 5 passes with a minimum average of 50%
• Australian Matriculation Programmes: University Aggregate of 50% or ATAR score of at least 50 for various programmes
• Equivalent qualification

Notes:

• The stated qualifications must be supported with a pass in Mathematics, English, Sejarah, and Bahasa Melayu at SPM level.
• ***Please refer to the Faculty of Business, Economics, and Accounting for specific Mathematics and English requirements.

English Requirement (International Students)

• Minimum IELTS 5.5 or equivalent International English Language qualification.

Year 1

10 Compulsory Subjects

• ACC155 Elements of Accounting & Finance I
• ECO155 Microeconomics I
• ECO157 Macroeconomics I
• ECO158 History of Economic Thought
• QBM153 Mathematics I
• QBM154 Statistics I
• QBM175 Mathematics II
• ITC101 Information Technology for Business
• MGT101 Principles of Management
• MKT101 Principles of Marketing

Electives (Choose 1)

• ACC177 Elements of Accounting & Finance II
• QBM176 Statistics II

Year 2 & 3

Year 2 – 7 Compulsory Subjects

• ECO256 Research Methods
• ECO286 Microeconomics II
• ECO287 Macroeconomics II
• ECO203 International Economics
• FIN201 Business Finance
• HRM201 Managing Human Resources
• MGT212 Business Analytics for Decision Making

Year 3 – 8 Compulsory Subjects

• ECO353 Fiscal & Monetary Policy
• ECO306 Econometrics
• ECO356 Malaysian Economy
• ECO373 Monetary Economics
• ECO372 Development Economics
• ECO388 Economics for Industry
• MGT301 Operations Management
• ECO400 Economics Research Project

Electives

• Choose 1 elective (4-credit value) from Year 2 or 3 subjects (pre-requisite must be met)

Economics Research Project

• All students are required to complete a research project in economics or a related area under supervision.

MPU Subjects

4 Compulsory MPU Subjects

MPU1 (Choose 2 Subjects)

• MPU3183 Penghayatan Etika dan Peradaban
• MPU3193 Falsafah dan Isu Semasa
• MPU3143 Bahasa Melayu Komunikasi 2 (International students)

MPU2 / MPU3

• MPU3213 Bahasa Kebangsaan A***
• MPU3373 A*Gen Careers in Malaysia & Beyond

***For Malaysian students without a credit in SPM Bahasa Melayu.

MPU4 (Choose 1 Subject)

• MPU3412 Co-curriculum – Sports 2
• MPU3432 Co-curriculum – Event Management 2