Diploma in Finance

Diploma in Finance

Programme Intakes
January, April and August
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Overview

Sunway Diploma in Finance

Sunway College’s Diploma in Finance programme is the first step to becoming a chartered financial analyst. Enhance your financial knowledge and analytical skills by learning how to analyse, plan, and resolve financial, investment, and business challenges.

WHY CHOOSE DIPLOMA IN FINANCE AT SUNWAY?

Programme Highlights

Close relationship with
professional bodies
Strong Academic
Industrial Advisory Board
(AIAB)
Industry-relevant
curriculum
Exposure to various
disciplines

Programme Details

Intakes January, April and August
Duration 2 Years
Assessments & Examinations 50% coursework & 50% final examination

 

Entry Requirements

Pre-existing qualification

SPM / O-Level

Pass with min. 3 credits (including Mathematics and a pass in English)

UEC 

Pass with min. 3 Bs (including Mathematics and a pass in English)

Other Equivalent Qualifications

  • Pass in Certificate (Level 3, MQF) or equivalent in related fields
  • Must be accredited by MQA

English Language Requirement

*For International Students only

IELTS - Minimum Band 5.0 or equivalent

Choice of Subjects

Year 1

Students will learn the following subjects in the first year
  • Financial Accounting
  • Introduction to Financial Accounting^
  • Personal Finance
  • Principles of Business Finance I^
  • Business Law
  • Principles of Macroeconomics
  • Principles of Microeconomics
  • Business Analytics
  • Costing for Decision Making
  • Principles of Management^
  • Principles of Marketing
  • English for Business Communication I
  • English for Business Communication II

^ Subject available as Micro-Credential. Kindly refer to Admissions Office for more details.

Year 2

Students will learn the following subjects in the second year
  • Fundamentals of Financial Analysis
  • Fundamentals of Risk Management
  • Fundamentals of Investment Analysis
  • Fundamentals of International Finance
  • Financial Institutions and Markets
  • Principles of Business Finance II
  • Company Law
  • Ethics and Governance
  • Introduction to Information Technology
  • E-Commerce Theory and Application
  • Business Organisation
  • Employability Skills

 

MOHE General Studies

Students must pass these MOHE General Studies

For Local Students

  • Penghayatan Etika dan Peradaban
  • Bahasa Kebangsaan A (applicable to students who did not sit for SPM or did not obtain a Credit in SPM Bahasa Melayu) OR Creativity and Innovative Thinking Skills (for students who have a Credit in SPM Bahasa Melayu)
  • Moral Education OR Islamic Studies
  • Kursus Integriti dan Anti-Rasuah (KIAR)
  • Education for Sustainability Development
  • Community Service

For International Students

  • Malay Language for Communication 1
  • Creativity & Innovative Thinking Skills
  • Moral Education
  • Integrity and Anti-Corruption
  • Education for Sustainability Development
  • Community Service

 

Progression Pathway

 

Career Opportunities

DFIN paves the way for faster progression to becoming a chartered financial analysis. Upon completion of this programme, graduates can expect excellent job offers, good starting salaries, and opportunities to scale the career ladder.

Become a highly sought after professional in the finance industry as a:

  • Assistant Controller
  • Commodities Trader
  • Consumer Credit Officer
  • Economics Analyst / Researcher
  • Finance Manager
  • Financial Analyst / Planner
  • Fund Administrator
  • Investment Banker
  • Securities Broker
  • Stockbroker
  • Treasurer

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Scholarship Scheme

Students who are interested in pursuing our Pre-University programmes or degree programmes in Sunway College and are seeking financial aid can click here for more information.

Special Scholarship 2025

Our exclusive Special Scholarship awaits students who are taking SPM 2024 and IGCSE (June 2025 exam sitting)!

Click here to apply now with your trial results and extra-curricular activities!

FOR IGCSE JUNE 2025 STUDENTS

FOR SPM 2024 STUDENTS

Downloadable Materials

Detailed information about the Sunway Diploma programme can be found in the Sunway Diploma Studies brochure.
 

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