Bachelor of Science (Honours) Financial Economics
Shah Alam, Malaysia
BSc
DURATION
3 years
LANGUAGES
English
PACE
Full time
APPLICATION DEADLINE
EARLIEST START DATE
Feb 2026
TUITION FEES
USD 8,878 *
STUDY FORMAT
On-Campus
* for international students | RM 37,700 for Malaysian students
This program offers a well-rounded education in financial economics, combining both economic theory and financial analysis. Students learn how financial markets operate, how economic factors influence these markets, and how to apply quantitative methods to analyze financial data. The curriculum emphasizes building a solid understanding of key concepts like investments, risk management, and macroeconomic policies, helping students develop skills vital for roles in banking, finance, and economic consultancy.
Throughout the course, students are encouraged to think critically and develop practical skills through real-world case studies and projects. The program also prepares learners for further studies or professional certifications by focusing on application and analysis rather than just theory. With a strong foundation in both economics and finance, graduates can better understand market trends, make informed decisions, and adapt to changes in the economic landscape, opening doors to various career paths across the finance sector.
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Year 1
- Business Law
- English for Business
- Mathematics for Finance and Economics
- Principles of Business Analytics
- Principles of Business Finance
- Principles of Economics
- Principles of Financial Accounting
- Principles of Management
Year 2
- Econometrics
- Financial Institutions and Markets
- International Economics
- Investment Management
- Macroeconomics
- Microeconomics
- Personal Financial Planning
Year 3
- Advanced Financial Economics
- Ethics and Corporate Governance
- Finance Analytics
- Financial Economics
- Financial Technology
- Sustainable Development and Finance
- Elective 1
- Elective 2
- Elective 3
- Internship
Electives (Choose 3 in Year 3)
- Banking and Fintech Laws and Regulations
- Corporate Finance
- Derivatives and Risk Management
- Fixed Income Markets and Instruments
- Islamic Banking, Securities and Finance
- Managerial Economics
- Money, Banking and Digital Currency
Subject to availability. Students are asked to enquire with the Programme Leader in advance.
Additional MOHE compulsory General Studies subjects
For Local Students
- Appreciation of Ethics and Civilisation
- Philosophy and Current Issues
For International Students
- Appreciation of Ethics and Civilisation
- Malay Language for Communication 2
For All Students
- Bahasa Kebangsaan A (applicable to students who did not sit for SPM or did not obtain a Credit in SPM Bahasa Melayu) OR Critical Thinking
- Communication Skills
- Community Service for Planetary Health
- Entrepreneurial Mindset and Skills
- Integrity and Anti-Corruption
- Chief financial officer
- Corporate treasurer
- Financial controller
- Investment banker