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Bachelor of Finance (Financial Technology) (Hons)

About

Financial Technology is a rapidly expanding field that leverages technology and innovation to transform traditional financial practices. As Industrial Revolution 4.0 continues to reshape industries, there is a growing demand for skilled finance professionals who can solve complex financial problems, develop business strategies, assess risks, and forecast trends using cutting-edge financial technology. The Financial Technology degree programme at UTAR integrates traditional finance principles with modern financial technologies. Students gain hands-on experience with business analytics, statistical tools, and databases for scientific business research. Additionally, they are introduced to emerging technologies such as IoT, AI, blockchain, and cloud computing, which are key drivers of the industry.

Graduates with expertise in finance and financial technology are in high demand as Malaysia’s financial sector expands and adapts to technological advancements. As businesses strive to add more value to their operations and clients, finance specialists play a crucial role in supporting Malaysia’s vision of becoming a high-income, developed nation.

Key facts

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Qualification Bachelor's Degree
Study mode Full-time
Duration 3 years
Intakes February, June, November
Tuition (Local students) $ 0
Tuition (Foreign students) $ 12,701

Subjects

  • Finance

  • Information Tech (IT)

Duration

3 years

Tuition fees

Description Local students Foreign students
Tuition fee $ 0 $ 12,701
Miscellaneous fees Data not available $ 3,237
Total estimated cost of attendance $ 0 $ 15,939
Estimated cost per year $ 0 $ 5,313

Estimated cost as reported by the institution. There may be additional administrative fees. Please contact for the latest information.

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Admissions

Intakes

Entry Requirements

  • STPM: Grade C+ (GP 2.33) in 2 subjects+Credit in SPM Mathematics (if no STPM Mathematics)+Pass in SPM English / equivalent.
  • STAM: Jayyid+Credit in SPM Mathematics+Pass in SPM English / equivalent.
  • A-Level: Grade D in 2 subjects+Credit in SPM Mathematics (if no A-Level Mathematics)+Pass in SPM English / equivalent.
  • UEC: Grade B5 in 5 subjects+Credit in SPM Mathematics (if no UEC Mathematics)+Pass in SPM English / equivalent.
  • SAM: ATAR 75, Grade B in 2 subjects+Credit in SPM Mathematics (if no SAM Mathematics)+Pass in SPM English / equivalent.
  • CPU: 80% aggregate in 6 subjects+Credit in SPM Mathematics (if no CPU Mathematics)+Pass in SPM English / equivalent.
  • IB Diploma: 28 points, minimum 4 per course+Credit in Mathematics+Pass in SPM English / equivalent.
  • Foundation / Matriculation: CGPA 2.50+Credit in Mathematics+Pass in SPM English / equivalent.
  • Diploma (Finance/Banking/Insurance): CGPA 2.50.

English Language Requirements:

  • Malaysian Applicants: Credit in SPM English / Grade C in O-Level English / Grade B in UEC English / MUET Band 3 / IELTS 5.0 / TOEFL 40(iBT) / PTE 47 / Cambridge English 154 / ELS CIEP Level 107.

Notes:

  1. Exceptions: Not required for A-Level, SAM, CPU, or fully English-taught qualifications (must have a pass in SPM English/equivalent).
  2. Malaysian Applicants (Not Meeting Above Requirements): Pass in SPM English / equivalent + English Enhancement Programme (Levels 7 & 8).
  • International Applicants: IELTS 6.0 / MUET Band 4 / TOEFL 60(iBT) / PTE 59 / Cambridge English 169 / ELS CIEP Level 109. 

Notes:

  1. Exceptions: Not required for fully English-taught qualifications or applicants from English-speaking countries (must have a pass in SPM English/equivalent).
  2. Mathematics & English Waiver: Can be waived if qualifications include equivalent/higher achievement in Mathematics and English.

Curriculum

     Year 1

  • Economics
  • Elective I
  • English for Business
  • English for Management
  • Financial Accounting I
  • Financial Accounting II
  • Financial Institutions Operations
  • Financial Management Fundamentals
  • Introduction to Digital Currencies
  • Introduction to Financial Technology
  • Management Principles
  • Managerial Accounting
  • MPU1*
  • Quantitative Techniques I
  • Quantitative Techniques II
  • Sun Zi's Art of War and Business Strategies

      Year 2

  • Basic Econometrics
  • Business and Society
  • Co-curriculum
  • Corporate and Business Law
  • Elective II
  • Elective III
  • Elective IV
  • Financial Markets and Regulations
  • Insurance
  • Islamic Finance
  • MPU1**
  • National Language/Other Languages
  • Personal Financial Planning and Investment
  • Portfolio Management
  • Programming for Fintech Application
  • Research Methods for Finance and Fintech

      Year 3

  • Business Analytics
  • Business Ethics and Corporate Governance
  • Corporate Finance
  • Crowdfunding and e-Finance
  • Cyber and Network Security
  • Financial Statement Analysis
  • Industrial Training 
  • Research Project 
  • Strategic Financial Management

Elective I - Choose 1 course(s)

  • Fixed Income Securities
  • International Business Environment Studies
  • Islamic Banking
  • Real Estate and Property Finance

Elective II - Choose 1 course(s)

  • E-commerce
  • Introduction to Forensic Accounting
  • Social Media Strategies for Business

Elective III - Choose 1 course(s)

  • Leadership And Team Building
  • Organisational Psychology
  • Principles of Marketing

Elective IV - Choose 1 course(s)

  • Business Taxation
  • Financial Econometrics

MPU 1* - Choose 1 course

  • Penghayatan  Etika dan Peradaban - For Local Students
  • Philosophy and Current Issues - For International Students

MPU 1** - Choose 1 course

  • Bahasa Melayu Komunikasi 2 - For International Students
  • Falsafah dan Isu Semasa - For Local Students

National Language/Other Languages - Choose 1 course(s)

  • Bahasa Kebangsaan (A) - For Malaysian only, without SPM-BM credit
  • Introduction to French
  • Introduction to Japanese
  • Introduction to Korean

Co-curriculum - Choose 1 course(s)

  • Arts and Cultural Performance
  • Arts, Craft and Design
  • Business Plan Writing and Preparation
  • Community Project
  • Critical Thinking, Creative Thinking and Problem Solving
  • Language, Culture and Social Study Aboard
  • Leadership and Teambuilding
  • Management of Sports Activity
  • Managing Personal Finance
  • Music Performance
  • Oral Communication
  • Social Entrepreneurship Project
  • Study Soft Skills and/or Life Skills Abroad
  • Team Work and Collaborative Project
  • Work Ethics and EQ

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