ACCA Foundation in Accountancy (ACCA FIA)

Duration:1 year

Intakes:January, April & July

Campus:MCKL - Kuala Lumpur

Level of Study:Foundation

Faculty:Professional Accounting

Course Code:KPT/JPS(R2/344/3/0183)(A9696)01/24

About this course

The ACCA Foundation in Accountancy (ACCA FIA) is a programme best suited for those looking to pursue a career in the accounting and finance profession. It is an entry-level qualification consisting of 7 modules and can be completed within a year. ACCA FIA is the fastest and most efficient pathway to achieve a world-class ACCA qualification that is globally recognised within only 3 years.

The ACCA FIA programme is designed to give students a head start in the field of accounting and business by equipping them with all the necessary technical skills and knowledge required to further pursue the ACCA qualification. Upon completion of this programme, ACCA FIA graduates proceeding into the ACCA qualification are granted exemptions on certain papers and are one step closer in obtaining a professional status.

International Recognition: The Platinum Status
MCKL is one of the top 3 institutions in Kuala Lumpur that have been awarded the Platinum Status Approved Learning Partner of ACCA. Get high-quality education and study with an ease of mind.

Strong Accounting Focus
Develop strong accountancy skills and knowledge such as management accounting and financial accounting in a technology-driven learning environment.

Great Students Experience
The ACCA FIA programme offers personalised classes with two-way interaction between lecturer and students, allowing students to learn and collaborate in an expressive, immersive and active learning environment.

Learning opportunity with experts
Opportunity to be exposed to real-world problems and gain valuable experience from multinational company experts in the accounting and finance industry.

Comprehensive Assessment
MCKL’s comprehensive and continuous demonstration, practices, and assessments provide students with an in-depth understanding of accountancy so that they are well-prepared and ready for the actual examinations.

Holistic Learning Environment
Exposure to real-life case studies and community-based projects, such as Service Learning and Character Formation, nurtures students with civic responsibility and stimulates critical thinking.

Total Course Fees

Local: RM10,100
International: RM15,100

*Fees above are just an estimated fees which exclude general fees, deposit, registration fees and other miscellaneous fees.

To find out more on scholarships, visit us at https://mckl.edu.my/admission/scholarship-financial-aid/

For more information, please email admission@mckl.edu.my

Subject Offered

1 Year
  • Recording Financial Transactions**
  • Management Information
  • Maintaining Financial Records
  • Managing Costs and Finance
  • Business and Technology
  • Management Accounting
  • Financial Accounting
Compulsory Subjects:

  • Service Learning
  • Character Formation
  • Communication Skills

Assessment Mode
100% External Assessment
MCKL offers internal assessment to support candidates for the actual examinations.

Examination
All 7 papers are examined via computer-based examinations (CBE). It is flexible and can be taken when examination slots are opened in the College.

Remote CBE exams are also available via registration with ACCA directly. This allows the exams to be attempted at home.

For more information on CBE exams, kindly refer to the ACCA website.

NOTE:
** Exempted from examination with a Distinction in SPM Principles of Accounting, subject to approval from ACCA.

Entry RequirementsApplicants must have one of the following Entry requirements:

SIJIL PELAJARAN MALAYSIA (SPM)
Min. 5 credits including English and Mathematics and a pass in Bahasa Melayu and Sejarah (History)

O LEVEL / IGCSE
Min. 5 credits including English and Mathematics

OTHER QUALIFICATIONS
Other equivalent qualifications recognised by the Ministry of Higher Education (MOHE) or Malaysian Government will be considered on a case-by-case basis

English Requirements
TOEFL    550
IELTS    5.5
MUET    Band 2
or equivalent

NOTE:
Students who have completed a full year preparatory / foundation study in English may be exempted from meeting the English requirements.

International Student Only

Entry requirements for international students – please contact: admission@mckl.edu.my

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