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Bachelor in Banking and Finance (Hons) with a specialism in Financial Planning
About
This course provides students with the knowledge and skills relevant to modern banking and wealth management services. It offers in-depth insights into the evolving financial sector, emphasizing technical capabilities in FinTech. Students will develop core technical skills and professional expertise in financial service technologies while gaining a broader understanding of business management, communication, and accounting—key components essential for success in the banking and finance industry.
Key facts
| Qualification | Bachelor's Degree |
| Study mode | Full-time |
| Duration | 3 years |
| Intakes | March, July, September |
| Tuition (Local students) | ₹ 1,889,547 |
| Tuition (Foreign students) | ₹ 2,046,031 |
Subjects
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Banking
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Finance
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Information Tech (IT)
Duration
3 years
Tuition fees
| Description | Local students | Foreign students |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition fee | ₹ 1,889,547 | ₹ 2,046,031 |
| Miscellaneous fees | Data not available | Data not available |
| Total estimated cost of attendance | ₹ 1,889,547 | ₹ 2,046,031 |
| Estimated cost per year | ₹ 629,849 | ₹ 682,016 |
Miscellanous fees explained
Local students
| Description | Amount |
|---|---|
|
Library Deposit
(refundable)
Payable for the use of library facilities and is refundable on completion of studies. |
₹ 9,780 |
|
Engineering Laboratory Deposit
(refundable)
Payable for the use of the Engineering laboratory facilities and is refundable on completion of studies. |
₹ 9,780 |
| Enrollment Fees | ₹ 15,648 |
Foreign students
| Description | Amount |
|---|---|
|
Application & Student Visa Fees
STAGE 1 (Payable upon acceptance of offer) RM 2,650 (approx. USD 620)* is payable when you have accepted the offer. This fee includes Visa Processing Fees by Education Malaysia Global Services (EMGS) and APU/APIIT Application & Processing Fees. This also entitles you to airport assistance and transfer to the University/accommodation upon first arrival in Malaysia. Please note that this Fee is non-refundable once the offer has been accepted. STAGE 2 (Payable upon Student Pass Visa Approval) RM 1,500 (approx. USD 350)* is payable once your Student Pass is approved. This fee includes the post-arrival processing fee, EMGS medical check-up in Malaysia, Medical Insurance for a year, i-Kad (International Student Card issued by Immigration Malaysia) charged to ALL International students in Malaysia, Electronic Visa Approval Letter (eVal), and the Student Pass Fees for one-year. The i-Kad issued by Immigration Malaysia will enable students to avoid having to carry their passports around for identification purposes and will be tied to their Student Pass Validity and will be re-issued at visa renewal. Please note that this Fee is non-refundable once the Student Pass Visa Approval Letter (VAL) has been issued by EMGS. |
₹ 81,176 |
|
International Student Registration & Administrative Fees
A fee of RM 5,000 is payable as registration & administrative fee for International Students. The Fees includes Student ID Card Fee for the duration of the course. |
₹ 97,802 |
|
Library Deposit
(refundable)
Payable for the use of library facilities and is refundable on completion of studies. |
₹ 9,780 |
|
Engineering Laboratory Deposit
(refundable)
Payable for the use of the Engineering laboratory facilities and is refundable on completion of studies. |
₹ 9,780 |
| Personal Bond (refundable) | ₹ 19,560 |
Estimated cost as reported by the institution. There may be additional administrative fees. Please contact for the latest information.
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Admissions
Intakes
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.
Entry to Level 2 of the Accounting, Banking or Finance Degree
Diploma in Accounting
- Passed Diploma with minimum CGPA of 2.5 and a Credit in Mathematics at SPM/O-Level/IGCSE level.
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).
English Requirements
International Students
- IELTS: 6.0
- TOEFL IBT: 60
- Pearson (PTE): 59
- MUET: Band 4
Curriculum
YEAR 1
Common Modules
- Quantitative Skills
- Introduction to Management
- Business and Communications Skills
- Financial Accounting 1
- Financial System
- Essential of Banking & Finance
- Financial Accounting 2
- Business Law
- Marketing
In addition to the above, all students are also required to successfully complete General Studies modules as stipulated by the Malaysian Qualification Agency, as well as fulfill credit requirements for Co-Curricular Activities.
YEAR 2
Common Modules
- Financial Statement Analysis
- Financial Technology
- Banking Instruments & Procedures
- Financial Planning
- Enabaling FinTech
- Law of Banking and Finance
- Financial Econometrics
- Business Research Methods
- Financial Management
- Applications of AI in Finance
Specialised Modules
- Digital Currencies and Blockchain Technologies
- Crowdfunding and Alternative Lending
Internship
At APU, students are encouraged to be entrepreneurial and innovative. After the completion of Level 2, students will undertake a short internship/industrial training of a minimum of 12 weeks. This will provide students opportunities to engage with real-world business problems both in the programmes and in the renowned Professional Training placements.
YEAR 3
Common Modules
- Risk Management in Banking
- Financial Derivatives
- Corporate Finance
- Global Banking and Finance
- Investigation Report
- Ethics in Finance
Specialised Modules
- Entrepreneurial Finance
- Robo Advisor
- FinTech Risk Management and Regulations
- Portfolio Management
Note: The specialism will only appear on the academic transcript.
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