MUET Band 2 Entry Requirement for Bachelor of Accounting Degree Program

Dear Foundation/Diploma students,

Please be advised that with effect from October 2014, the minimum entry requirement for the Bachelor of Accounting (Honours) programme as required by the MQA Accounting Programme Standard is as follows:

Malaysian University English Test (MUET) Band 2 AND

i. A pass in STPM or its equivalent, with a minimum Grade C+ (GP 2.33) in any two subjects, and credits in Mathematics and a pass in English at SPM level;

OR

ii. A pass in Sijil Tinggi Agama Malaysia (STAM) with a minimum grade of Jayyid, and credit in Mathematics and a pass in English at SPM level;

OR

iii. A diploma in accounting or related field, or its equivalent with a minimum CGPA of 2.50, and credit in Mathematics and a pass in English at SPM level;

OR

iv. Matriculation/Foundation qualification or its equivalent with a minimum CGPA of 2.50, and credit in Mathematics and a pass in English at SPM level.

Your kind attention to the MUET Band 2, minimum CGPA of 2.50 for Diploma and Foundation, credit in SPM Mathematics and pass in SPM English requirement is much appreciated. Please ensure that you have obtained the MUET Band 2 results when you apply for the Bachelor of Accounting (Hons) programme. Students who do not meet these requirements cannot be offered a place in the Bachelor of Accounting (Hons) programme.

You can now apply for the LCCI International Certificate with your SPM

What is LCCI?

Since 1881, London Chamber of Commerce and Industry (LCCI) International Qualifications from the United Kingdom has been one of the world’s top international exam bodies for business qualifications. In a globally competitive employment market, these skills give you a big advantage in terms of international recognition and industry-relevant competencies.

With more than 500,000 entries annually, students from over 125 countries use LCCI qualifications to enhance their skills in the working world. Since these qualifications combine the best of academia and industry, many students also use LCCI to enter universities and professional bodies.

LCCI is represented in 24 Asian countries and is a market leader in countries like Singapore, Malaysia and Hong Kong. LCCI examinations have been available in Malaysia for more than 70 years, and generations of students have grown up with and become successful on, the foundation of LCCI’s financial qualifications.

What is SPM Double Certification Project?

The SPM Double Certification Project is a joint project between Malaysia’s Ministry of Education and LCCI International Qualifications. This means that if you pass the SPM Principles of Accounting you are entitled to receive LCCI’s Level 2 Certificate in Book-keeping and Accounts. This double certification, along with the necessary soft skills, will definitely make you more employable.

Who can apply for the LCCI Certificate?

If you obtain a Grade 6C or above in SPM Principles of Accounting you are eligible for the LCCI Level 2 Book-keeping and Accounts (Bahasa Malaysia) Certificate.

Additionally, if you score a Grade 6C or above for both SPM Principles of Accounting and English 1119 you are eligible for the LCCI Level 2 Book-keeping and Accounts Certificate.

How will this benefit you?
LCCI’s Certificates provide the following benefits:

• RECOGNITION - LCCI is recognized by Malaysian companies, both big and small, for its practical and relevant nature. Top professional bodies such as ACCA and CIMA also recognize LCCI qualifications.
• INTERNATIONAL - LCCI’s quality is consistent around the world and gives students the assurance of a globally accepted qualification.
• FLEXIBILITY - LCCI is suitable both for full time students as well as busy working adults because its qualifications can be taken as short modules over a period of time.

How can I get the LCCI Certificate?

Students can apply for the Certificate through the following channels:

a. Directly from your school within 1 month from the date that SPM results are released.
b. Directly or via postal services with LCCI International Qualifications Malaysia office.
c. Directly or via postal services with LCCI International Qualifications Authorised Training Centres

LCCI International Qualifications (Malaysia) Sdn. Bhd.

Suite 10.01, 10th Floor, Menara Yayasan Selangor, 18A, Persiaran Barat 46000 Petaling Jaya, Selangor Darul Ehsan, Malaysia.

Application Procedures:

a. Fill in the application form which is available at all schools, LCCI Malaysia office, LCCI website (www.lcciasia.com) and LCCI authorized training centres;
b. Enclose a copy of your SPM result slip;
c. Enclose a copy of your identity card; and
d. There is an administration fee of RM25.00 for the processing and production of each certificate. (If you need your certificate to be posted to you directly, please enclose a self-addressed Post Express envelope which will cost you RM4.00)

Source: cikgusila.com