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Tuesday, 6 April 2010

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Here are the contents and details in these courses.

ACCOUNTING
All business entities, regardless of science and economic situation, require qualified accountants to efficiently handle their finances. Accounting and financial management are some of the core activities that support an organization. Accounting deals with the preparation, interpretation and use of financial information in management decisions. There are several specializations within accounting.
An accountancy-related course will equip you with the technical and theoretical understanding of financial concepts and practices. You will also be exposed to subjects like economics, IT and law.
To practise as an accountant in Malaysia, accounting graduates need to be registered with the Malaysian Institute of Accountants (MIA). The requirements include passing examinations offered by professional accounting bodies (eg ACCA, CIMA, CPA etc) that are recognized by the MIA.

FORENSIC ACCOUNTING
What is it?
When you combine accountancy, auditing, and investigation, you get forensic accounting. This field uncovers evidence through the analysis of financial reports for use in court. Demand for professionals will continue to rise as business dealings become more complex. This course will equip you with the skills to analysis financial data and identify financial fraud.

What will you study?
You will start off with general accounting subjects. In your final year, you will focus on investigation techniques, and risk and ethics.

Core subjects
Apart from standard accounting subjects, you will also study; auditing; forensic accounting; internal auditing; conflict management; quantitative analysis; e-business systems; decision analysis with spreadsheets.
Typical course duration
A typical course in forensic accounting will take three years.

Prerequisites
Most universities will require a background and good results in mathematics. Experience in business, economics and accounting is also advantageous.

What do graduates do?
Employment opportunities are available in private and government agencies, law firms, large accounting firms or specialized practices.

MANAGEMENT ACCOUNTING
What is it?
Management accounting is the process of gathering financial information used by management to manage resources, and aid in decision-making; and to prepare financial reports for shareholders, creditors, regulatory agencies and tax authorities etc.

What will you study?
You will learn about course analysis; how to prepare financial reports; analysis of new contracts; and how to control expenses efficiently.

Core subjects
Auditing; company law; cost accounting; economics (micro- and macro-); financial accounting; management accounting; management information systems; quantitative methods; taxation.

Typical course duration
It takes about three to four years to obtain a bachelor‘s degree.

Prerequisites
Many universities require a background in Mathematics. Other relevant subjects are economics, business studies, statistics, and accounting.

What do graduates do?
Employment opportunities are available in most medium to large organizations across all industries.

ADVERTISING
What is it?
Advertising is a diverse industry that combines business communication, arts and performance. Advertising is a paid form of mass communication from an indentified sponsor, used to convey messages to the public. The main functions of advertising are creating awareness, interest, desire and action. Contrary to popular belief, it is not the same as marketing or sales.

What will you study?
The syllabus covers the various communication medium and advertising disciplines. You will learn fundamental advertising components and how to plan, present and execute them. The curriculum includes marketing and business subject s as well as design skills. You can also choose to specialize in design, creative writing or the managerial and strategic business planning aspects of the field.

Core subjects
Advertising principles; creative thinking; mass communication; presentation skills; marketing; media planning; copywriting; consumer behavior; public relations; sales promotion; account management; design studies; art direction.

Typical course duration
It takes at least three years to complete a degree in advertising.

What do graduates do?
Advertising graduates can work in a full advertising agency of various specialized agencies such as media and creative agencies. They can also serve in closely related industries such as public relations, direct marketing and sales promotion. Some graduates are self-employed and provide freelance or consultancy.

FILM
What is it?
Film is designed reality and probably the most popular art form of the past century. Get engaged by the culture of moving image with a course in film studies.
Although film production is not a focus of this programme. Some hands-on production training is included. The main emphasis of a film major is the thinking process, not the output. It is through the study of film history and the practice of analyzing various film that will begin to grasp the complexities and possibilities of the film medium.

What will you study?
You will be taught to think historically, theoretically and analytically about various cinematic forms. Apart from that, the course will also give you a look into moving images from the viewpoint of other discipline (eg literature, woman’s studies, political science etc); how they are made and received; the industrial and technological conditions of a film’s production; the options of filmmakers need to choose; and the effects of these conditions and choices on the viewing experience of the audience.

Core subjects
Screenwriting; film history and genre; film literature; film criticism; sound; digital video; production.
Typical course duration
A degree in film will take at least three years to complete.

Prerequisites
Most universities have no specific subject requirements, although you may need bring in a resume/ portfolio. Relevant work experience is advantageous.

What do graduates do?
Film graduates can work as screenwriters, content developers, director, production designers, production assistants, film critics etc.

INDUSTRIAL DESIGN
What is it?
Industrial designers design product which are produced in quantity using industrial processes. The field of product design is diverse so you will need to find your niche, be it in jobs which focus on aesthetics and styling, or in engineering.

What will you study?
The course covers subjects such in design methodology, ergonomics, the aesthetic principles of design, and materials and processes. Business skills are also thought to enable students to put principles into practice in the working world. You will learn how to merge art with technology to design products such as consumer goods, electronic products, workshop machinery, and medical and educational equipment. Through the selection of the most appropriate technology and the considerations of efficiency, economy, dependability, safety and simplicity, you will be taught the basic functions of the products to create products that have maximum appeal to consumers.

Core subjects
3D shape and form; history of art and aesthetics; manufacturing materials; graphic communication; technical design; history of product design; 3D computer modeling.
Typical course duration
It will take you at least three years to complete a degree in this subject.

Prerequisites
Most institutions specify a background in art or design and will require a portfolio for examination.

What do graduates do?
You can be employed in the automobile, furniture and plastics industries, as well as in multinational companies, the civil service and design consultancies.

PROPERTY MANAGEMENT
What is it?

Property managers maintain the security, upkeep and operations of a real estate property, as well as deal with tenants, or help run businesses for a fee.
This course will equip you with the skills to manage and analysis real estate properties and how to practise in an accountable and responsible manner.

What will you study?
You will study real estate management, valuation and investment principles, how to analysis and solve problems and ethics, as well as subjects in surveying, human resource management, business law and entrepreneurship.

Core subjects
Principles of property valuation; computer application in real estate; land economics; property management; statutory valuation; real estate law; valuation of specialized properties; building services and maintenance; rural resources studies; macroeconomic analysis for real estate; entrepreneurship development.

Typical course durations
This course will last for at least three years.

Prerequisites
A background in mathematics as well as business management, accounting or economics will be required.

What do graduates do?
Graduates may be self-employed or hired by an estate management firm. You may work in careers related to property such as property and facilities manager, estate agent or consultant.

LAW
What is it?

It's not all about arguing and winning cases. As a law student, you will study the country’s rules and system of law that keep society in order. You will not be involved in law enforcement but the knowledge you gain from your degree programme will enable you to be a consultant on the subject.
Ensure the course and institution of higher learning selected are recognized and accredited by the Malaysian Bar Council.

What will you study?
This course spans the full range of legal studies, which covers human activity in all its diverse forms. There are various aspects of specialization in the legal profession, such as litigation, corporate, conveyance and intellectual property. You will gain sound technical knowledge of the subject matter.
The curriculum also emphasizes nurturing effective written and oral communication skills, good numerical and commercial acumen, interpersonal flair, integrity and diplomacy, as well as IT literacy. You will also be required to read widely to keep yourself updated.

Core subjects
Contract law; company law; commercial law; criminal law; family law; law of trust; law of tort; labour law; English legal system.

Typical course duration
It takes at least 3 years to complete a law degree at a private university. Note that law programmes in public in public universities are 4 years long.

Prerequisites
A good background in English is required. Previous study of law is advantageous but not essential.

What do graduates do?
Graduates can enter the various specializations in law as legal executives, and advocates and solicitors. You can also pursue careers in accountancy, the government, financial institutions, publishing or other industries.

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