Bachelor of Economics (Honours) Global Economics

Universiti Tunku Abdul Rahman (UTAR)

Kajang, Selangor, Malaysia

Quick Facts

Duration

3 years

Mode

Full-time, On-campus

Intake

Jan, Jun, Oct

Tuition Fees

RM39,480

Course Highlights

  • This is a relatively new field of economics in which economic behaviours and decisions are strategically examined and explained
  • The goal of this programme is to examine the workings of economics in a global environmental context
  • Gain the analytical skills and strategic knowledge needed to discuss about global economic issues, international trade trends and global investment opportunities
  • Ranked #109 in QS Asia University Rankings 2026 and #301-350 in THE Asia University Rankings 2026

Entry Requirements

  • STPM:
    • 1. A minimum of Grade C (GP 2.0) in 2 relevant subjects
    • 2. Pass in Mathematics and English at SPM level / equivalent**
  • STAM:
    • 1. A minimum grade of Jayyid
    • 2. Pass in Mathematics and English at SPM level / equivalent**
  • A Level:
    • 1. A minimum of Grade D in 2 relevant subjects
    • 2. Pass in Mathematics and English at SPM level / equivalent**
  • UEC:
    • 1. Grade B in 5 relevant subjects
    • 2. Pass in Mathematics and English at SPM level / equivalent**
  • SAM:
    • 1. Australian Tertiary Admission Rank (ATAR) 70 and Grade B in 2 relevant subjects
    • 2. Pass in Mathematics and English at SPM level / equivalent**
  • CPU:
    • 1. An average of 70% in 2 relevant subjects and 4 other subjects
    • 2. Pass in Mathematics and English at SPM level / equivalent**
  • International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma:
    • 1. Diploma with a minimum of 24 points (excluding bonus points)
    • 2. Pass in Mathematics and English at SPM level / equivalent**
  • TVET Diplomas: Diploma Kemahiran Malaysia (DKM) / Diploma Vokasional Malaysia (DVM) / Diploma Lanjutan Kemahiran Malaysia (DLKM):
    • 1. Must be fully accredited by MQA
    • 2. At least CGPA of 2.50 or CGPA of 2.00 and above but less than 2.50 with at least 2 years work experience in relevant field, subject to Senate / Academic Board’s approval
    • 3. Applicants will be required to pass the admission screening process conducted by the faculty and undergo the Bridging programme, if necessary, during the period of their study in addition to the existing curriculum structure
    • 4. Credit transfer can be considered on a case-to-case basis and subject to existing credit transfer policies which are in effect
  • UTAR Foundation/Matriculation or Foundation from other Institutions of Higher Learning or equivalent/Diploma (Level 4, MQF):
    • 1. Minimum CGPA of 2.00
    • 2. Pass in Mathematics and English at SPM level / equivalent**
  • Other equivalent qualifications recognised by the Malaysian Government as equivalent to the above requirements

Notes:

  • **The requirement for a pass in Mathematics and English at SPM Level can be waived should the qualifications contain Mathematics and English subjects with an equivalent / higher achievement
  • Applicants without a pass in SPM Mathematics / equivalent can be admitted but are required to attend Mathematics Enhancement Course (MEC). Students must pass the MEC as a prerequisite to related core courses before joining the degree programme
  • Applicants without a pass in SPM English / equivalent can be admitted but are required to take one of the English Proficiency Test listed in the University's Recognised English Examinations and Minimum Scores chart:
    • UEC English Language
    • MUET
    • IELTS / IELTS Online (Academic)
    • TOEFL iBT/TOEFL Essentials (Online)
    • (PTE) Academic / PTE Academic (Online)
    • Cambridge English Qualifications and Tests:
      • B1 Preliminary, B2 First
      • C1 Advanced, C2 Proficiency/ Linguaskill Online
    • OET (Conventional / Online)
    • CIEP
    • HEET

Malaysian Applicants

  • STPM/UEC/qualfications not conducted fully in English: Credit in English language at SPM level OR
  • O-Level English: Grade C OR
  • UEC English: Grade B OR
  • MUET Band: 3.5 OR
  • IELTS Band: 5.0 OR
  • TOEFL: 40(iBT)/7.5(Essentials) / PTE 47 OR
  • Cambridge English: 154/100(OET)/ ELS CIEP Level 107/ HEET 6 (NOT applicable for A-Level/SAM/CPU or entry qualifications conducted fully in English BUT must have a pass in English language at SPM level / equivalent)
  • Those who do not meet the above English language requirements but obtain a pass in English language at SPM level / equivalent are required to take the Intensive English Programme and pass CEFR B2 before joining the Bachelor's degree programme

Course Structure

  • Business Law
  • Co-Curriculum
  • English for Business
  • English for Management
  • Financial Accounting Framework I
  • Financial Accounting Framework II
  • Information Systems
  • Macroeconomics I
  • Malaysian Economy
  • Management Principles
  • Microeconomics I
  • Microeconomics II
  • Principles of Marketing
  • Quantitative Techniques I
  • Quantitative Techniques II
  • Sun Zi's Art of War and Business Strategies
  • Basic Econometrics
  • Business and Society
  • Business Finance
  • Econometrics
  • Economic Development
  • Elective
  • International Business
  • International Finance Management
  • International Financial Institutions
  • Islamic Finance
  • Macroeconomics II
  • MPU1
  • MPU1
  • National Language/Other Languages
  • Research Methods
  • Current Issues in Global Economics
  • Global Business Strategy
  • Global Environmental Economics
  • Industrial Training
  • International Trade Theory and Policy
  • Monetary Economics
  • Research Project
  • Strategic Financial Management

Choose 1:

  • Public Finance
  • Public Speaking and Oral Presentation

Estimated Fees

Application fees (non-refundable)

RM0

Tuition fees

RM49,350

RM39,480

  • Rebate

Other miscellaneous fees

RM3,600

Discounts & scholarships

-RM500

  • Exclusive
  • Discount

Total payable amount

RM42,580

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Scholarships

Universiti Tunku Abdul Rahman (UTAR)

Sungai Long, Selangor

UTAR Scholarship for Top Achievers (Undergraduate)

Amount

Up to 100% tuition fee waiver

Study Level

Bachelor's Degree

Universiti Tunku Abdul Rahman (UTAR)

Sungai Long, Selangor

UTAR - UEC Scholarship

Amount

Tuition fee waiver

Study Level

Bachelor's Degree

Universiti Tunku Abdul Rahman (UTAR)

Sungai Long, Selangor

UTAR Sports & Talent Scholarship

Amount

Up to 100% tuition fee waiver

Study Level

Foundation, Bachelor's Degree

Universiti Tunku Abdul Rahman (UTAR)

Sungai Long, Selangor

Tan Sri (Dr.) Lim Goh Tong - UTAR Scholarship Fund

Amount

Up to 100% tuition fee waiver

Study Level

Foundation, Bachelor's Degree

Universiti Tunku Abdul Rahman (UTAR)

Sungai Long, Selangor

Mr. Ng Chin Kiat S.M.J Scholarship

Amount

RM5,000 tuition fee waiver

Study Level

Bachelor's Degree

Universiti Tunku Abdul Rahman (UTAR)

Sungai Long, Selangor

UTAR Prihatin Grant

Amount

20% tuition fee waiver

Study Level

Foundation, Bachelor's Degree

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