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Bachelor of Science (Honours) Financial Economics

Sunway University

Program overview

The Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Financial Economics program equips graduates with essential technological skills to thrive in the evolving financial landscape, including quantitative analysis, big-data analytics, and forecasting. With its enhanced curriculum, students will learn to apply robust economic and finance theories, utilizing advanced software to transform concepts into operational models with real data, while placing a greater emphasis on technology-driven training.

Traditional economics degrees often struggle to keep pace with the fast-changing job market, as technological advancements reshape the workplace. Industry experts have noted a critical gap in graduates' versatility in skill sets required to succeed across various sectors. The Bachelor in Financial Economics prepares students to engage with economics at an advanced level, training them to become business analysts equipped with sophisticated software and valuable data resources provided on campus. Their specialized education at Sunway University focuses on an analytics-driven approach, enabling them to use economics for effective business decision-making. This training translates into practical skills necessary for analyzing businesses, industries, and product markets in today’s modern firms.

Entry Requirements

STPM

  • Average C+ or CGPa 2.33 (Minimum 2 principals)

For other qualifications and certificates (e.g., UEC, Foundation, STAM, etc..) please contact our educational consultants or submit your application for Admission assessment.

Dual Award

Graduates receive dual certification from Sunway University and Lancaster University.

Future Careers

  • Chief financial officer
  • Corporate treasurer
  • Financial controller
  • Investment banker

Curriculum

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Year 1

  • Business Law
  • English for Business
  • Mathematics for Finance and Economics
  • Principles of Business Analytics
  • Principles of Business Finance
  • Principles of Economics
  • Principles of Financial Accounting
  • Principles of Management

Year 2

  • Econometrics
  • Financial Institutions and Markets
  • Financial Management
  • International Economics
  • Investment Management
  • Macroeconomics
  • Microeconomics
  • Personal Financial Planning

Year 3

  • Advanced Financial Economics
  • Elective 1
  • Elective 2
  • Elective 3
  • Ethics and Corporate Governance
  • Finance Analytics
  • Financial Economics
  • Financial Technology
  • Internship
  • Sustainable Development and Finance

Electives (Choose 3)

  • Banking and Fintech Laws and Regulations
  • Corporate Finance
  • Derivatives and Risk Management
  • Fixed Income Markets and Instruments
  • Islamic Banking, Securities and Finance
  • Managerial Economics
  • Money, Banking and Digital Currency

Note: The electives are offered on a best-effort basis. Students are required to check on the availability of elective offerings before enrolling. Eligibility for enrollment is subject to students meeting the prerequisite conditions.

MOHE Compulsory General Studies Subjects

For Local Students:

  • Penghayatan Etika dan Peradaban
  • Falsafah dan Isu Semasa

For International Students:

  • Appreciation of Ethics and Civilisation
  • Malay Language for Communication 2

For All Students:

  • Bahasa Kebangsaan A (for students who did not sit for SPM or did not obtain a Credit in SPM Bahasa Melayu) OR Critical Thinking
  • Communication Skills
  • Community Service for Planetary Health
  • Entrepreneurial Mindset and Skills
  • Integrity and Anti-Corruption

Entry requirements

Bachelor's: strong high-school results, a foundation, or a diploma.

Typically IELTS 6 or equivalent (TOEFL / PTE). Some universities offer a preparatory English program if you haven't reached the score yet.

Exact requirements vary by program, and an English certificate such as IELTS or an equivalent may be required.

Career opportunities

  • Business manager
  • Marketing specialist
  • Accountant
  • Financial analyst
  • Entrepreneur

Is this program right for you?

Send us your qualifications and we'll confirm your eligibility and next steps during your consultation.

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