Bachelor of Commerce (Accounting) - Taylors

This degree is for students living and studying in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.

It is managed by Taylor’s College in collaboration with the University of South Australia.

This degree will provide you with a strong foundation of knowledge in accounting combined with business, taxation, auditing, finance and sustainability.

You will also learn about the current economic, legal and political influences affecting global business as well as develop critical problem-solving, reporting, decision making, communication and teamwork skills.

There are two intakes per year (March and August).

Students are generally expected to complete the degree requirements in 3 years.

Students may attend a graduation ceremony in Adelaide or Hong Kong and will be sent an invite to their student email.

Partner description Since its establishment in 1969, Taylor’s College has been a leading international tertiary college which has contributed much to the national public benefit over the last five decades.

The high standing that is a feature of Taylor’s College has been built on its reputation for excellent teaching and the overall experience it provides to its students.

Taylor’s College continues its heritage of excellence through its expanded stable of programmes;

in offering students quality education through Foundation and Diploma programmes as well as professional programmes such as the Certified Accounting Technician (CAT) and Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA) papers.

Taylor’s College aims to produce well-equipped leaders with the necessary capabilities to start and stay ahead as they progress into university and subsequently in their career.

Taylor’s College has been a respected partner of the University of South Australia for more than 10 years as we have a common goal – to deliver quality education to students.

Entry requirements

To be eligible for selection, applicants are required to:

• Qualify for the South Australian Certificate of Education (SACE) or equivalent (SACE International, South Australian Matriculation (SAM)), and obtain a competitive ATAR*, and meet any prerequisite requirements with a minimum grade of C

Alternatively, applicants can fulfil one of the following requirements with a competitive result, and demonstrate that they fulfil any prerequisite requirements, and other academic requirements for the program:

• Complete secondary education qualifications equivalent to SACE, or
• Complete the International Baccalaureate Diploma with a minimum score of 26 points, or
• Complete or partly complete a recognised higher education program at a recognised higher education
• institution, or
• Complete an award from a registered training organisation at Certificate IV level or above, or
• Qualify for Special Entry, or
• Complete a University Foundation Studies program (minimum 1 year of study)

This program is designed specifically for Taylor's College, Kuala Lumpur Students.

Prerequisites

Assumed Knowledge

English language entry requirements

See equivalence table for other qualifications and English Language tests accepted by UniSA (PDF)

Since its establishment in 1969, Taylor’s College has been a leading international tertiary college which has contributed much to the national public benefit over the last five decades. The high standing that is a feature of Taylor’s College has been built on its reputation for excellent teaching and the overall experience it provides to its students.

Taylor’s College continues its heritage of excellence through its expanded stable of programmes; in offering students quality education through Foundation and Diploma programmes as well as professional programmes such as the Certified Accounting Technician (CAT) and Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA) papers.

Taylor’s College aims to produce well-equipped leaders with the necessary capabilities to start and stay ahead as they progress into university and subsequently in their career.

Taylor’s College has been a respected partner of the University of South Australia for more than 10 years as we have a common goal – to deliver quality education to students.

You will start with core courses in business. These will give you a solid grounding in important areas including accounting or quantitative methods for business; business law, finance, business intelligence, data management and analysis; and economics and marketing.

In your accounting specialisation you will study specialist areas such as:

• Financial and management accounting
• Taxation law
• Auditing
• Sustainability accounting
• Global and contemporary accounting issues
• Strategic financial analysis

Your studies will incorporate both practical, professionally-focused and research-based learning, so assessment types will vary. You can expect them to include:

• reports, project documentation, case studies and presentations
• assignments
• examinations
• industry-relevant, research-based projects

Your career

There are diverse career paths to aspire to in the field of accounting. You could consider:

• Auditor/Risk consultant: ensuring financial and operational integrity and compliance; evaluating and reporting on financial, operational and managerial processes and systems; working on business process reviews and risk assessments
• Business adviser: working with new or established businesses; analysing business plans and financial statements; advising on investments, marketing, funding and financial trends; understanding consumer needs and how to improve profitability; problem solving with clients
• Forensic accountant: working in a corporate or regulatory environment to investigate fraud and similar crimes; researching and preparing forensic reports for courts; providing expert evidence
• Insolvency and reconstruction adviser: working with and achieving the best possible results for stakeholders in cases of personal and business financial distress; administrations and liquidations; restructuring under performing businesses and turnarounds
• Management accountant: assisting senior management make critical business decisions; preparing forecasts, budgets and risk analysis; advising managers about the financial implications of business decisions
• Practising accountant: working for private sector, government or individuals; preparing tax returns; keeping accounting systems up-to-date; maintaining financial records; advising on business structures
• Tax accountant/Corporate tax consultant: compiling company and other business tax returns, and individual tax returns; providing tax planning advice and strategies

Please contact Taylor’s College:

Email address: applications@taylors.edu.my Phone number: Tel: (+603) 5629 5000 | Fax: (+603) 5629 5001

At the award-winning Taylor’s Lakeside Campus, you will benefit from the modern facilities and be taught by academics who are experts in their field. Taylor’s Lakeside Campus comprises of state-of-the-art laboratories, a four-level library complete with mini theatre, computer labs and other world class teaching and learning facilities.

We want you to be successful, and if you need help we will be there to assist.

We also offer study support from our Learning Advisers. You can work with them online. They are here to help you develop academically and professionally during your studies. They also offer assistance with English language.