Foundation in Economics & Management
MQA/PSA 15439

+ THIS IS BEST FOR

Student who has completed Sijil Tinggi Persekolahan Malaysia (STPM), A-Level, Matriculation, Foundation, Diploma, UEC, International Baccalaureate Diploma (IB), HND(UK) Diploma, SAME/WACE/AUSMAT or other equivalent qualifications recognised by Government of Malaysia. Keen interest in Economics and Management field of study. May complete education at Bachelor level to become professional or entrepreneurs, or may pursue in related Postgraduate programmes.

+ PROGRAMME HIGHLIGHTS

Mode of Study : Full Time (Yes) | Part Time (No)

Foundation in Economics and Management is specifically designed to prepare a student with basic knowledge related to economics and management. This programme gives students a good understanding and strong preparation for them before furthering their studies to a higher level in economics and management or other fields of their interest.

Through this programme, students will be able to explain concepts, theories, and principles in social sciences, source and process data using appropriate digital/technology applications analyse and apply information to solve problems and develop their skills for lifelong learning and communication in responsible ways.

50 credit hours of subjects are being taught in three semesters. This Foundation Economics and Management programme can be completed in 1 year.

+ ACCREDITED, APPROVED & RECOGNISED BY

Accredited by:
01. Malaysian Qualifications Agency (MQA)
02. Malaysian Qualifications Register (MQR) - National register for accredited programmes.

Approved & Licensed by:
01. Ministry of Higher Education (MOHE), Malaysia

+ CAREER PROSPECT

Students successfully completed their Foundation in Economics and Management programme are expected to pursuit their study in Bachelor of Bachelor of Economics (Energy) (Hons) and Bachelor of Business Economics (Hons) programmes.

+ CAMPUS INTAKE

This programme is delivered at the Universiti Tenaga Nasional (UNITEN), Putrajaya Campus.

+ FEES & SCHOLARSHIPS

UNITEN practices transparent fee policy. Refer our fees below for your reference.

Fees for Malaysian Students:
Tuition Fees: RM15,000 per programme.
Other Fees:

• Full Registration + Miscellaneous Fee: RM1,200 one-time payment
• Medical Insurance: RM200
• Resource Fee (Library, Student Activity & Service): RM1,500
• Deposit for Accommodation: RM250 one-time deposit payment
• Monthly Fee for Accommodation: Starting from RM270/month.

Fees for International Students:
Tuition Fees: USD 4,500  (RM 18,000) per programme.
Other Fees:

• VISA & Application Fee: USD787.50 (RM3,150) one-time payment
• Full Registration + Miscellaneous Fee: USD2,050 (RM8,200) one-time payment
• Medical Insurance: USD37.50 (RM150)/year
• Resource Fee (Library, Student Activity & Service): USD375 (RM1,500)
• Deposit for Accommodation: USD62.50 (RM250) one-time deposit payment
• Monthly Fee for Accommodation: Starting from USD67.50 (RM270)/month.

and if the international student (for Bachelor) does not fulfill the English language requirement such as minimum score for IELTS or TOEFL, there will be additional fees of:

• Intensive English Programme (IEP) : USD1,400 (RM5,600)/semester.

Flexible payment options are available, where student may:

• pay full in advance, or
• by monthly installments, or
• pay full 2 weeks before the semester's final examination.

Terms & conditions apply.

Download the complete UNITEN Fees Table here.
There are also list of scholarships and financial aids here.

Notes: Subject to terms and conditions. All fees are calculated in Malaysian Ringgit (RM). Fees indicated in USD here are for reference only with basis of USD1=RM4. Other optional fees include electricity, parking, and some student facilities within UNITEN.

Foundation in Economics & Management
MQA/PSA 15439

+ ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

For Malaysian Students:

• SPM (Sijil Pelajaran Malaysia)
  Pass SPM or equivalent with minimum credits (grade C) in 5 subjects and pass (grade  E) in Mathematics.
• O-Level
  Pass O-Level from an institution recognised by the Government of Malaysia with a minimum credit (grade C) in 5 subjects
• IGCSE (International General Certificate of Secondary Education)
  Pass IGCSE from an institution recognised by the Government of Malaysia with a minimum credit (grade C) in 5 subjects inclusive Bahasa Inggeris, Mathematics, Physics or Add Maths and Pass in Chemistry (min. grade E).
• UEC (Unified Examination Certificate)
  Pass UEC with a minimum of grade B in 4 subjects.
• Others
  Other equivalent qualifications recognised by the Government of Malaysia.

For International Students: Refer Entry Requirements - International

+ ENGLISH REQUIREMENTS

For Malaysian Students:

No additional English requirement for this programme.

For International Students:

International students are required to have one of the English proficiency scores stated below to enrol in UNITEN. Foundation students who do not fulfill this English requirement are required to sit for the Test of English Proficiency (TEP) before they could enroll in the English Short Course (ESC).

• MUET – Malaysia University English Test
  Achieve Band 3
• IELTS – International English Language Testing System
  Achieve 5.0
• TOEFL - Test of English as a Foreign Language
  Achieve 500 (TOEFL) or 42 (TOEFL Internet-Based Test)

Programme Structure  

Foundation in Economics & Management
MQA/PSA 15439

+CAREER PROSPECT

The graduates of Foundation in Economics and Management programme are qualified to pursue their studies in the Bachelor of Energy Economics (Hons.) and Bachelor of Business Economics (Hons.), and other related area and Master of Science in Management and Master of Business Administration and eventually in the Doctor of Philosophy in Business Management programme.