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Carefully designed to provide a comprehensive background in banking and finance concepts, this programme aims to equip students with the knowledge and skills necessary for practical application in today's dynamic workplace by covering a wide range of topics including financial markets, investment analysis, risk management, banking operations, and regulatory frameworks. 

 

A distinctive feature of the programme is the integration of the Bloomberg Market Concepts (BMC) certification within the Portfolio Management module, offering students practical exposure to real-world financial tools and data analytics. This added dimension enhances their industry readiness and employability, making the programme especially attractive to those seeking to build expertise across key areas of banking and finance.

 

To begin your journey towards a rewarding career in the financial sector, we encourage early application to ensure a seamless transition into this transformative academic experience.

School
Business 

Intake Month

February, April and September

Study Options

Full-time only

Dual Awards
UWE (United Kingdom),

or QUT (Australia)

Overseas Transfer Options

Australia

Study Programme

3-year

 

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Accreditation and/or Exemptions

Taylor's Banking and Finance programme has been accredited and recognised by:

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What Will You Get?

After graduating from Taylor's Banking and Finance Programme, you will be:

  • Eligible for exemptions from MFPC.
  • Eligible for exemptions from FPAM (subject to obtaining minimum Grade C for Personal Financial Planning and Wealth Management module or Derivatives module).
  • Eligible for exemptions from ACCA.
  • Obtain additional Bloomberg Certification (BMC) upon completing the Portfolio Management Module.

Note:

  • Students who opt for 2+1 with prescribed minor or prescribed electives will receive a Dual Award from Taylor’s University and either the University of the West of England or Queensland University of Technology. 
  • Students who opt for 3+0 with prescribed minor or prescribed electives will receive a Dual Award from Taylor’s University and the University of the West of England. 
  • Students who opt for non-prescribed minor or non-prescribed electives will receive a single award from Taylor’s University.

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PROGRAMME STRUCTURE
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In the Bachelor of Banking and Finance (Honours) degree programme, you will embark on an exhilarating journey of unleashing your analytical skills to seek solutions through creative ideas. You will also polish your interpersonal and communication skills, empowering yourself for success in the dynamic realm of banking and finance.

Primary Major

Primary Major

This component consists of Common Core subjects, which provide in-depth fundamental knowledge of the discipline.

 

Common Core

 

Year 1

  • Introduction to Accounting
  • Introduction to Management
  • Business Communication
  • Business Economics
  • Introduction to Finance
  • Quantitative Methods for Business 
  • Business Law

 

Year 2

  • Personal Financial Planning and Wealth Management
  • Bank Management
  • Money and Banking 
  • Credit Management 
  • Corporate Finance
  • Portfolio Management
  • Risk Management
  • Islamic Banking and Finance

Year 3

  • Ethics and Corporate Governance 
  • Investment Management
  • Financial Economics for Contemporary Markets 
  • Applied Econometric
  • Financial Markets 
  • Derivatives 
  • Internship 

Note: All information is subject to change. Readers are responsible for verifying information that pertains to them by contacting the university.
University Core

University Core

The Ministry of Education (MOE) requires all students to take Mata Pelajaran Umum (MPU) (i.e. General Studies) which is categorised under U1, U2, U3 and U4 within the duration of their studies. U1 modules are prescribed by MOE whereas U2, U3 and U4 modules are from a list of University Core Modules (UCM) prescribed as per the Programme Guide.

 

  • Penghayatan Etika dan Peradaban/ Bahasa Melayu Komunikasi 2
  • Falsafah dan Isu Semasa
  • Emotional Intelligence in Action
  • Kursus Integriti Dan Antirasuah
  • Social Innovation Project

Note: 

  1. Students are requested to take Bahasa Kebangsaan A if they do not obtain a Credit for Bahasa Malaysia in SPM.
  2. All information is subject to change. Readers are responsible for verifying information that pertains to them by contacting the university.
Flexible Education

Flexible Education

The Flexible Education component offers students the flexibility to explore modules in a related or unrelated field, enhancing and complementing their primary major. This component allows students to broaden their knowledge and skills by selecting modules from the same or different schools within the university.

 

Flexible Education can take various forms, including free electives, extensions, minors, or even a second major. These options provide students with the opportunity to delve deeper into a specific area of interest or broaden their understanding by exploring a different field of study.

 

Click here to see a full list of all available Flexible Education Components.

 

You will need to choose one of the package below.

 

Minor

 

You will need to select any Minor packages offered by Taylor's University. We have provided some suggested Minors below, and you can refer to the Flexible Education Guide for the complete list.

  • Accounting
  • International Business
  • Management
  • Advertising and Brand Management
  • Business Analytics
  • Creative Media Design
  • Culinary Arts
  • Culinary Science
  • Digital Media Production
  • Early Childhood Education
  • Education
  • Entrepreneurship
  • Event Management
  • Fintech
  • Journalism and Media Practice
  • Marketing
  • Mass Communication
  • Mobile Technology
  • Nutrition with Wellness
  • Performing Arts
  • Psychology
  • Public Relations
  • Special Education Needs
  • Sustainable Food Systems
  • Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL)
  • Travel and Leisure Management
  • Web Technology
  • Game Design

The minor offered are subject to availability and you will need to meet the minimum module pre and co-requisite.

 

Note: For Prescribed Minors for Dual Award with UWE (3+0 and 2+1) and QUT (2+1), please contact the Faculty Office.

 

 

Free Electives

 

You will need to select any five (5) of the Free Electives offered by Taylor's University. You can refer to the Flexible Education Guide for the complete list.

 

The free electives offered are subject to availability and you will need to meet the minimum module pre and co-requisite.

 

For Dual Awards with UWE or QUT

 

For Dual Awards with University of West of England (UWE), you will need to choose five (5) of the below Core Electives listed below:

  • Financial Reporting
  • Malaysian Taxation
  • Public Sector Accounting
  • Accounting Information System
  • Management Accounting
  • Cross Cultural Management
  • Export Practices and Management
  • International Business Issues and Policies
  • International Economic Theory and Policy
  • International Finance
  • International Trade and Multinational Business
  • Introduction to International Business
  • Transnational Management
  • Organisational Behaviour
  • Business Ethics and Values
  • Strategic Management
  • Entrepreneurship and Small Business
  • Leadership and Change Management
  • Organisational Studies
  • Production and Operation Management
  • Supply Chain Management

For Dual Awards with Queensland University of Technology (QUT), you will need to choose five (5) of the below Core Electives listed below:

  • Cross Cultural Management
  • Export Practices and Management
  • International Business Issues and Policies
  • International Economic Theory and Policy
  • International Finance
  • International Trade and Multinational Business
  • Introduction to International Business
  • Transnational Management
  • Organisational Behaviour
  • Business Ethics and Values
  • Strategic Management
  • Entrepreneurship and Small Business
  • Leadership and Change Management
  • Organisational Studies
  • Production and Operation Management
  • Supply Chain Management

Ready to take the next step in your academic journey? Join our programme which offers exciting opportunities in the world of banking and finance. Check out the entry requirements below.

Prerequisites

Prerequisites

SPM / O-Level with Pre-U / Foundation

Pass SPM / O-Level or equivalent with 5 credits (including credits in Mathematics and pass in English) for entry with pre-university/ foundation qualification (Except for UEC)

SPM / O-Level with Diploma

Pass SPM / O-Level or equivalent with 3 credits for entry with Diploma qualification.

Note: All information is subject to change. Readers are responsible for verifying information that pertains to them by contacting the university.
Entry Pathway

Entry Pathway

Taylor's Foundation

Pass any Taylor's Foundation programme with minimum CGPA 2.50

 

Taylor's Diploma

Pass any Taylor's Diploma in Finance, Banking, Insurance or related field with a minimum CGPA of 2.50

 

Sijil Tinggi Persekolahan Malaysia (STPM)

Minimum Grade C+ (GPA 2.33) in any two subjects

 

Unified Examination Certificate (UEC)

Minimum 5Bs with a maximum of 26 points including Mathematics and a pass in English. Candidates without a Grade B in UEC Mathematics and a pass in UEC English may be admitted if the candidate has a credit in Mathematics and a pass in English at SPM or equivalent

 

A Level

Minimum DD 

 

AUSMAT (SACEi) 

Minimum ATAR 60

 

Canadian Pre-University (CPU)

Minimum average of 55% in 6 subjects

 

International Baccalaureate (IB)

Minimum 26 points and above for 6 subjects

 

Monash University Foundation Year (MUFY)

Overall 60%

 

Other Equivalent Qualifications

  • Business Foundation from other accredited institutions with a minimum CGPA of 2.50
  • Diploma in Finance, Banking, Insurance or a related field from an accredited institution with a minimum CGPA of 2.50
  • Other foundation, matriculation/high school certificates/ diploma (Year 12) from other accredited institution with minimum CGPA of 2.50
  • Application via APEL A is allowed

Notes: 

  1. Candidates without a credit in Mathematics and pass in English at SPM level or its equivalent may be admitted if the STPM / Matriculation / Foundation programme contains subjects in Mathematics and English that are equivalent and achieved higher at SPM level.
  2. All information is subject to change. The above entry requirements serve as a guideline. Readers are responsible to verify the information by contacting the Admissions Department.
English Requirements

English Requirements

LOCAL STUDENTS


IELTS

Band 6.0

 

TOEFL

60 (Internet Based Test)

 

MUET

Band 4

 

Pre-U / Diploma

Completed Pre-U / Diploma conducted in English

 

Cambridge English / ELS 

the minimum score varies by programme

INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS

 

IELTS

Band 6.0

 

Pre-U / Diploma

Completed Pre-U / Diploma that was conducted in English

 

Cambridge English / ELS

the minimum score varies by programme

Notes: 

  • International students may join IEN preparatory course and achieve the IELTS score.
  • All information is subject to change. Readers are responsible for verifying information that pertains to them by contacting the university.

Leverage the opportunity to complete your Bachelor of Banking and Finance (Honours) with one of our established partner universities in Australia.

Australia 🇦🇺

Queensland University of Technology

Queensland University of Technology

  • Bachelor of Business (Accounting) | 1 + 2 years
  • Bachelor of Business (Advertising)  | 1 + 2 years
  • Bachelor of Business (Economics) | 1 + 2 years
  • Bachelor of Business (Finance) | 1 + 2 years, 1.5 + 1.5 years, 2 + 1 (Dual degree) 
  • Bachelor of Business (Financial Planning) | 1 + 2 years 
  • Bachelor of Business (Human Resource Management) | 1 + 2 years
  • Bachelor of Business (International Business) | 1 + 2 years
  • Bachelor of Business (Management) | 1 + 2 years
  • Bachelor of Business (Marketing) | 1 + 2 years
  • Bachelor of Business (Public Relations) | 1 + 2 years
UNSW Sydney

UNSW Sydney

  • Bachelor of Commerce (Major: Accounting; Behavioural Economics; Business Analytics; Business Economics; Business Sustainability and Social Impact; Cybersecurity Management; Finance; Fintech; Human Resource Management; Information Systems; Innovation, Strategy and Entrepreneurship; International Business; Marketing; Marketing Analytics; Taxation) | 1 + 2 years
University of South Australia

University of South Australia

  • Bachelor of Accounting | 1 + 2 years
  • Bachelor of Finance | 1 + 2 years
  • Bachelor of Business | 1 + 2 years
  • Bachelor of Business (Economics, Finance and Trade) | 1 + 2 years
  • Bachelor of Business (Human Resource Management) | 1 + 2 years
  • Bachelor of Business (International Business) | 1 + 2 years
  • Bachelor of Business (Innovation and Entrepreneurship) | 1 + 2 years
  • Bachelor of Business (Logistics and Supply Chain Management) | 1 + 2 years
  • Bachelor of Business (Marketing) | 1 + 2 years
  • Bachelor of Business (Management) | 1 + 2 years
  • Bachelor of Business (Sports and Recreation Management) | 1 + 2 years
  • Bachelor of Business (Tourism, Event and Hospitality Management) | 1 + 2 years
The University of Western Australia

The University of Western Australia

  • Bachelor of Commerce (Major: Accounting; Business Analytics; Business Economics; Finance; Human Resource Management; Management; Marketing) | 1 + 2 years
University of Technology Sydney

University of Technology Sydney

  • Bachelor of Business (Major: Accounting; Advertising and Marketing Communications; Economics; Finance; Human Resource Management; International Business; Management; Marketing) | 1.5 + 1.5 years
  • Combined Degrees - Bachelor of Business and Bachelor of Arts in International Studies | 1.5 + 3.5 years
  • Combined Degrees - Bachelor of Business and Bachelor of Creative Intelligence and Innovation | 1.5 + 3 years
The University of Sydney

The University of Sydney

  • Bachelor of Commerce (Major: Accounting; Banking; Business Analytics; Business Information System; Finance; Industry Relations and Human Resource Management; Innovation and Entrepreneurship; International Business; Management and Leadership; Marketing) | 1 + 2 years
  • Bachelor of Commerce / Bachelor of Advanced Studies | 1 + 3 years

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Upon completing this Bachelor of Banking and Finance programme you can embark on these exciting careers:

  • Credit Manager
  • Credit Processing
  • Corporate Trainer
  • Finance Manager
  • Financial Analyst
  • Financial Research Analyst
  • Fund Manager
  • Investment Analyst
  • Mortgage Sales
  • Remisier
  • Risk Management Manager

In this section, you get the chance to hear directly from the vibrant voices of our business school's communities. As a gathering space for insights and stories, we are excited to showcase the experiences and knowledge of our lecturers, students, alumni, and industry partners.

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Are you curious about what the Bachelor of Banking and Finance (Honours) programme is like in the eyes of a current student? Our Unibuddy programme is here to connect you with our friendly and knowledgeable student ambassadors. 

 

 

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Embarking on your journey towards a Bachelor of Banking and Finance degree represents an exhilarating advancement in your educational and professional career. We are here to guide you through the application process, ensuring it is as seamless and straightforward as possible. To discover more about the procedure and the documents required, please visit our Admissions website for further information.

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Bachelor of Banking and Finance (Honours)

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MYR 119,150
International Student
USD 32,371

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