The Bachelor of Finance (Fintech) is designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of both finance principles and the rapidly evolving field of Fintech, which is the application of technology to financial services.
This programme covers key areas of knowledge including core finance courses, data analytics, Fintech product development, and regulation & compliance to provide a holistic learning experience between the finance & technology industries.
Details:
- Free Micro-Credential!
- Get the Micro-Credential in Business Analytics as a complimentary addition to your program. Acquire this skillset that is in high demand across industries as we are living in the age of data abundance.
- Course Curriculum is designed for IR 4.0
- The integration of digital technologies that is reshaping the finance industry: Finance & Technology, and Blockchain & Cryptocurrency.
- Allows better opportunities in multiple career pathways
- Covers opportunities to banking, financial services, insurance, information technology, fintech startups and more.
- 12 weeks of internship
- Expose to relevant work experience in the Fintech environment and to apply the lessons taught.
- MOHE/MQA:
- (N/0412/6/0010) 10/28 (MQA/PA 16700)
Entry Requirements:
- Programme Entry Requirements
- You must meet the following requirements in order to be considered for entry to the UNITAR Bachelor’s Programme:
- Pass Sijil Tinggi Persekolahan Malaysia (STPM) with at least Grade C+ (CGPA 2.33) in any two (2) subjects; and credit Mathematics and pass in English in SPM; OR
- Pass Sijil Tinggi Agama Malaysia (STAM) with a minimum Grade of Jayyid and credit Mathematics and pass in English in SPM; OR
- Pass Diploma in Finance, Diploma in Banking, Diploma in Insurance or related programme (Level 4, MQF) with minimum CGPA of 2.50; OR
- Pass Matriculation/Foundation with a minimum CGPA of 2.50 and credit Mathematics pass in English at SPM; OR
- Pass Businesses and Technology Education Council (BTEC) Level 4 & 5 and pass Sijil Pelajaran Malaysia (SPM) with at least three (3) credits in any subjects (or it’s equivalent); OR
- Any other equivalent qualifications recognized by the Malaysian Government;
- Language Requirements
- International Students
- IELTS score of 6.0 OR its equivalent.
Course Structure:
- Programme Core
- Business Accounting
- English for Academic Purposes
- Principles of Management
- Principles of Economics
- Principles of Finance
- Corporate Social Policy
- Quantitative Methods
- Islamic Finance
- Financial Management
- Personal Financial Planning
- Business Communication
- Business Law
- Financial Markets and Institutions
- Research Methods
- Corporate Finance
- Financial Statement Analysis
- Strategic Management
- Investment Analysis
- Entrepreneurship
- International Finance
- Industrial Training
- University Core
- Design Thinking
- Falsafah dan Isu Semasa / Philosophy and Current Issues
- Appreciation of Ethics and Civilizations
- Bahasa Melayu Komunikasi 2
- Recreational Event Planning
- Specialisation
- Financial Technology Landscape
- Principles of Artificial intelligence
- Computer Ethics and Cyberlaw
- Econometrics for Finance
- Data Mining in Finance
- Fintech Financial Derivatives
- Blockchain, Technology and Cryptocurrency
- Financial Governance and Compliance
- Electives (Choose any 3 electives)
- Digital Business
- Fundamentals of Islamic Financial Planning
- Sustainable Finance
- Business Analytics
Outcomes:
- Understand of both finance principles and the rapidly evolving field of Fintech.
- Strategically utilise application of technology to financial services.
- Evaluate profitability and build business value using technology-driven solutions.
- Aligned with the latest industry trends and demands, ensuring students are equipped with the most current skills and knowledge.