Bachelor of Financial Technology (Honours)
Asia Pacific University of Technology & Innovation (APU)
Bukit Jalil, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Quick Facts
Duration
3 years
Mode
Full-time, On-campus
Intake
Jul, Sep, Nov
Tuition Fees
RM96,600
Course Structure
Students will learn the fundamental skills required for every finance job as well as a basic understanding of business management and finance.
- Students will also be exposed to business management skills, creativity skills, accounting skills, and technological concepts.
Common Modules:
- Quantitative Skills
- Introduction To Management
- Digital Thinking and Innovation
- Financial System
- Financial Products & Services
- Business Economics
- Financial Accounting
- Intro of Artificial Intelligence
- Business Law
- Marketing
Students will develop a comprehensive skill set, including financial management, planning, regulatory frameworks, and portfolio management.
- The curriculum emphasizes core FinTech technologies such as Python, R-programming, UI/UX, and Blockchain, alongside digital marketing concepts to produce well-rounded FinTech specialists.
- Practical training and technical applications ensure students are equipped with financial, technical, and marketing expertise. A 16-week internship before the end of Year 2 bridges the gap between classroom learning and real-world FinTech experience.
Common Modules:
- Financial Technology
- Python for Financial Applications
- Financial Planning
- Financial Management
- Investment and Portfolio Analysis
- Law of Banking and Finance
- Financial Statement Analysis
- Business Research Methods
- Digital Marketing
- Applications of AI in Finance
- Human Computer Interaction
- Digital Currencies and Blockchain Technologies
Internship (16 Weeks)
- Students will undertake an Internship/Industrial Training for a minimum period of 16 weeks to prepare them for a smooth transition from the classroom to the working environment.
In Year 3, students will delve deeper into multidisciplinary learning, covering risk management, global banking, entrepreneurial finance, and ethical principles in the financial industry.
- Technical skills will be enhanced through training in cloud computing, cybersecurity, and big data analytics.
- Design thinking methodologies will be introduced to foster innovative problem-solving.
- Students will culminate their learning by producing a comprehensive capstone report, demonstrating their mastery of financial principles, technical expertise, and practical application of design thinking in real-world scenarios.
Common Modules:
- Cloud Infrastructure and Services
- Risk Management in Banking and Finance
- Corporate Finance
- Global Banking and Finance
- Ethics in Finance
- Design Thinking
- Entrepreneurial Finance
- Big Data and Visual Analytical in Accounting & Finance
- Cybersecurity
- FinTech Risk Management and Regulations
- Capstone Project
This programme is specifically designed to provide students with:
- Comprehensive Financial and FinTech Knowledge: Discuss state-of-the-art financial principles, theories, and technological developments while applying technical proficiency to address financial issues and create innovative solutions.
- Technical and Analytical Expertise: Build and utilise advanced technical skills, programming languages, and data analytics to develop financial applications and make data-driven decisions in the evolving digital landscape.
- Leadership and Professional Competency: Demonstrate leadership, independence, and entrepreneurial skills in steering FinTech projects, adhering to ethical standards and professional codes of conduct in the financial industry.
- Effective Communication and Lifelong Learning: Communicate complex financial ideas clearly to diverse stakeholders, foster strong interpersonal relationships, and integrate lifelong learning to adapt to dynamic global challenges.
MQA Compulsory Subjects*
- Appreciation of Ethics and Civilisation (M’sian Students)
- Malay Communication Language (Int’l Students)
- Philosophy and Current Issues
- Workplace Professional Skills
- Integrity and Anti-corruption
- Co-Curriculum
(*All students are required to successfully complete these modules as stipulated by the Malaysian Qualification Agency.)
Entry Requirements
Direct Entry to Level 1 of the Degree
- STPM: 2 Passes in STPM with a minimum Grade C+ (GP 2.33) and a Credit in Mathematics and a Pass in English at SPM Level or its equivalent.
- A-Level: 2 Passes (Grade A-D) in A-Level in any 2 subjects, and a Credit in Mathematics and a Pass in English at SPM/O-Level/ IGCSE or its equivalent.
- UEC: 5 Grade B's in any subjects in UEC including Mathematics with a Pass in English.
- Matriculation/ Foundation: Passed Foundation programme (minimum CGPA of 2.5) with a Credit in Mathematics and a Pass in English at SPM/O-Level/IGCSE or equivalent.
Any qualification that APU accepts as equivalent to the above.
Note: The above entry requirements may differ for specific programmes based on the latest programme standards published by Malaysian Qualifications Agency (MQA). The qualification and entry requirements for the programmes will be determined based on the "Comparison List of Equivalency of International Qualifications with SPM (O-Levels equivalent) and STPM (A-Levels equivalent)" published by Malaysian Qualifications Agency (MQA).
International Students
- IELTS: 6.0
- TOEFL IBT: 60
- Pearson (PTE): 59
- MUET: Band 4
Estimated Fees
Application fees (non-refundable)
RM0
Tuition fees
RM96,600
Other miscellaneous fees
RM1,300
Discounts & scholarships
-RM800
Total payable amount
RM97,100
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