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Qualified accountants are highly sought after globally, helping businesses, governments, organisations, and individuals manage their finances effectively. With a Curtin accounting degree, recognised internationally, you’ll be equipped to work anywhere in the world.
At Curtin University Malaysia, you’ll gain hands-on experience with cutting-edge industry tools like Power BI and e-invoicing systems. These technologies are increasingly essential in today’s fast-paced finance industry, keeping you ahead of the curve.
If you’re tech-savvy and have a keen eye for detail, specialising in audit analytics could be your perfect pathway. You’ll learn to enhance traditional accounting methods with data-driven insights, which can help detect and prevent fraud or corruption—skills in high demand worldwide.
Your coursework will cover topics such as data visualisation, analytics, technology in accounting, business valuation, and more, all built on a strong foundation of accounting, auditing, taxation, business law, and financial management.
You’ll also connect with industry professionals through real-world projects, guest lectures, and immersive experiences such as internships or study tours with large organisations. Many students have secured internships with leading firms like Kroll, giving them a head start in their careers.
With this comprehensive learning experience, you’ll graduate ready to take on global opportunities in accounting and audit analytics.
Location
Perth, Malaysia
Study Method
Full-time
Study Mode
On-campus
Intake
February or July
Duration
3 years
SPM English Grade C or better
IELTS Overall 6.0 (no individual band below 6.0)
TOEFL 79 (band minimum W-21, L-13, R-13, S-18)
IGCSE/GCE ‘A’ Level English Grade E or better
IGCSE/GCE ‘O’ Level English Grade C or better
Pass Sijil Tinggi Persekolahan Malaysia (STPM) with a minimum of Grade C (GP2.00) in any subject, or its equivalent; and possess SPM with 3 credits in Mathematics, one science subject and one other subject.
Course Prerequisites
Mathematics desirable
This course is accredited by Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand, and CPA Australia. It is recognised by the Institute of Public Accountants and the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants.
Diploma applications will be treated on case to case basis.
Possible career include:
Audit analyst
Chartered account
Company secretary
Corporate treasurer
Forensic account
Financial analyst
IT auditor
Internal or external auditor
Risk manager
Systems accountant
Unit name
Prerequisite(s)
Year 1 Semester 1
Financial Decision Making
NIL
Markets and Legal Frameworks
NIL
Communication, Culture and Indigenous Perspectives in Business
NIL
Strategic Career Design
NIL
Year 1 Semester 2
Analytics for Decision Making
NIL
Applied Contract Law
NIL
Introductory Economics
NIL
Quantitative Techniques for Business
NIL
Year 2 Semester 1
Company Law for Business
NIL
Cost Analysis for Decision Making
Accounting – The Fundamentals of Business OR Financial Decision Making
Accounting – The Fundamentals of Business
Financial Decision Making
Introduction to Finance Principles
NIL
Year 2 Semester 2
Business Processes and Internal Controls
Accounting – The Fundamentals of Business OR Financial Decision Making
Computerised Accounting Systems
Accounting – The Fundamentals of Business OR Financial Decision Making
Accounting for Corporations
Accounting – The Fundamentals of Business
Introduction to Australian Taxation Law
NIL
Year 3 Semester 1
Accounting, Behaviour and Control
Cost Analysis for Decision Making
Auditing, Assurance and Risk Assessment
Accounting for Corporations
Business Technologies and Data Management for Accountants
NIL
Business Valuation Using Accounting Analytics
Accounting – The Fundamentals of Business
Year 3 Semester 2
Accounting Modelling and Data Visualisation
Cost Analysis for Decision Making
Complex Corporate Issues
Accounting for Corporations
Data Analytics in Accounting
Accounting – The Fundamentals of Business
Business Internship, OR
Successful completion of 300 credit points
Enhancing Your Business Mind
Successful completion of 400 credit points
Business Study Tour
NIL
RM22,400 per annum for local student
RM33,128 per annum for international student
*The indicative course fee shown on the Letter of Offer might vary from the actual course fee according to the units undertaken. The indicative fee is just a guide as to what the course fee will be, until semester enrolment is completed.
