Study ACCA in Malaysia Guide

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Study ACCA in Malaysia

Guide for International Students
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Study acccuntancy:
Why accountancy 5
Why ACCA 7
Why in Malaysia? 9
Study |n Ma|ays|a:
Malaysia at a glance 11
Cost of studying 15
Cost of living 17
Tuition providers 19
Students experiences 23
Next Step:
Easy steps to study in Malaysia 25
Immigration requirements 27
Application for Student Pass 29
9 things you need to do before leaving for Malaysia 31
Essent|a| |nfcrmat|cn fcr ACCA students:
Registration, important dates and study materials 35
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Why Acccuntancy Study Acccuntancy
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More people are choosing a career in fnance than ever before. The global demand for qualifed fnance
professionals has never been higher, and their work more varied.
Management
A job in accountancy can help you gain a high salary and a fast track to the top of your chosen feld.
Mcb|||ty
Every company needs someone to steer the fnances. Make the right choice and you could work for the
organisation that suits you. Any industry, any sector, anywhere. A career in fnance will not put you in a box
or limit your options. And with the right qualifcation, you could work in any country.
Make a d|fference
As a qualifed accountant, the work you do will be intellectually demanding and interesting. It will put you right
at the centre, making a difference to the organisation, industry and economy in which you will work.
If you are serious about a career as a fnance professional, you need to think seriously about a professional
qualifcation. There is a lot to choose from. They usually combine exams with proven experience in the
workplace. But the choice you make now will affect your career options in the future.
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Why ACCA Study Acccuntancy Study Acccuntancy
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ACCA - The Association of Chartered Certifed
Accountants is the largest and fastest growing
global professional body. More people around the
world qualify in-country with ACCA than any other
international body. But we are far more than just
big numbers. Both our reputation and infuence are
respected worldwide by employers, governments
and the profession itself.
The ACCA ua||hcat|cn will help your career
progress in any organisation. It is an established
route to professional status and you get to use the
ACCA letters after your name upon successful
completion. You will be in demand for your fnance
and accounting knowledge and skills worldwide,
regardless of employment sector.
ACCA has been around for over 100 years, which
means our growth is backed by a solid history.
Our reputation for excellence in qualifcations and
training is acknowledged around the world, which
will have a positive impact on your reputation in
the profession. And with students and member in
over 170 countries, you can register with ACCA no
matter where you live and work.
Re|evant wherever ycu are
Our qualifcation is based on international
accounting standards and global best practice
performance management systems. For instance,
in some market we offer adapted paper in fnancial
accounting and auditing, and variant papers that
test local law and tax. So going global doesnt
mean that one size has to ft all. Pick and choose
from optional, variant and adapted papers safe in
the knowledge that the end qualifcation will be of
one globally accepted standard.
Ycur exper|ence
Passing the exams is a huge achievement. But
it is only half the story. You need to gain three
years practical experience before, during or
after your studies to achieve membership. The
ACCA ua||hcat|cn link to practical experience
to the syllabus, reinforcing that any capabilities
developed through the exam process have a
clear application in whichever accounting work
environment you choose.
Ycur reputat|cn
Accountancy is always in the news. The decisions
made by fnance professionals have a profound
effect on the organisations they work for. Your
ethical ftness will be at the heart of learning
experience with ACCA. Through the exams,
practical experience and a dedicated Professional
Ethics module, we teach what it means to be a
professional accountant.
Add|ng max|mum va|ue tc ycur CV
ACCA will also provide you with additional working
opportunities on the way to becoming a qualifed
accountant. Having regrets not completing and
accounting degree? No problem. Through our
unique partnership with Oxford Brookes University,
you can gain a BSc Honours degree in Applied
Accounting either while you complete your ACCA
studies or after gaining your ACCA Qualifcation.

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Affordable living expenses for as low as

RM 11,0000 (US$ 2,895.00) per year
International students are allowed to work
part-time for a maximum of 20 hours per week
while studying full time in Malaysia subject to
immigration requirements
Malaysia is an economically sound and socially
safe country, with a stable government and
low crime rate
Take advantage of a geographically safe
environment, as Malaysia is situated in a zone
free from most natural disasters
Source:
www.studymalaysia.com
Why study |n Ma|ays|a
International standard and high-quality
education, which is closely monitored by the
Malaysian Education Ministry through its quality
control authorities and appropriate legislation
such as The Education Act, 1996; The Private
Higher Educational Institutions Act, 1996; The
Private Higher Educational Institutions Act, 1996;
and the National Accreditation Board Act, 1996
Competitive course fees and extensive selection
of popular courses
Wide range of study options and many choices
of universities and colleges to suit individual
preferences
Wide usage of English, which makes it easy for
students who are already profcient in English
to follow the courses, and facilitates students
who want to learn English in picking up the
language
Experience human diversity in a harmonious
atmosphere, where Malaysians of different
races and religions live in amity and the spirit of
tolerance
The presence of 40,000 international students
from 150 countries attests to the worldwide
acceptance of Malaysian education. Hassle-free
immigration procedures enable foreign students
to gain easy entry into education institutions
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Ma|ays|a: Facts at a Glance Study |n Ma|ays|a
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the concept of Parliamentary Democracy, which
forms the basis of the government administration
in Malaysia, the Federal Constitution (the supreme
law of the nation) underlines the distribution of
governing powers among the Executive, Judicial
and Legislative Authorities. The Executive branch
is headed by the Prime Minister, Honourable Datuk
Seri Abdullah bin Ahmad Badawi.
Parliamentary general elections are held every fve
years to elect the members of Parliament or the
peoples representatives.
Supreme Head cf State
In this system of constitutional monarchy The Yang
di-Pertuan Agong is the King or Supreme Head of
State as provided by the Constitution. The King
performs his offcial duties with the advice of the
Prime Minister and his Cabinet as provided for by
the Constitutions.
His Majesty also holds the position of the Islamic
Religious Head for the States of Penang, Malacca,
Sabah, Sarawak, and the Federal Territories. As
Malaysias Supreme Head of State, the King is also
the Supreme Commander of the Malaysian Armed
Forces. His Majesty, The Yang di-Pertuan Agong,
is elected out of nine hereditary rulers (or Sultans)
every fve years by the Conference of Rulers.
Malaysia is the only country in the world to have a
rotating system of Kings.
Independence
31 August 1957
Dfhc|a| Name
The Federation of Malaysia
Land Area
Malaysia consists of two areas of mainland,
separated by the South China Sea, namely West
Malaysia (or more popularly known as Peninsular
Malaysia) and East Malaysia. The country has a
total land area of 329,758 square km made up of
thirteen states and three Federal Territories of Kuala
Lumpur (the capital), Putrajaya and Labuan.
Lccat|cn
Malaysia is situated in South eastern Asia,
between 2 and 7 degrees north of the Equator. To
the north of Peninsular Malaysia is Thailand while to
the south is Singapore.
Gcvernment
Malaysia practices a system of government based
on parliamentary democracy with a constitutional
monarchy at the federal and state levels. At the
federal level, the Yang Di-Pertuan Agong is the
Head of the State and the Federal Government is
governed by the Prime Minister and his Cabinet
of Ministers who report to the Parliament which
comprises two houses, namely a house of
Representatives and a Senate.
At the state level, the head (Ruler) of State is
either the Sultan, Raja or Yang di-Pertuan Besar,
while Yang di-Pertuan Negeri is the head of the
state where there are no rulers. In keeping with
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Estimated 26.1 million (in 2005)
Cap|ta|
Kuala Lumpur
Fecp|e
Dubbed as Mini Asia, Malaysia is a multiracial and
multi-ethnic country where the majorities are the
Malays, Chinese and Indians. In addition, there
are some 29 ethnic groups including the majority
groups of Dayaks in Sarawak and Kadazans in
Sabah. It is estimated that 66.2% of the population
are made up of Malays, Malay-related and aboriginal
people; 25.1% are Chinese; while Indians make up
7.4% and another 1.3% comprises other races.
Language
Bahasa Melayu is the national language, although
English is widely used and spoken. The Mandarin
language and Chinese dialects, particularly
Cantonese and Hokkien, as well as Indian dialects
like Tamil and Hindi are common among the Chinese
and Indian communities respectively.
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Islam is the offcial religion of the nation. However,
the Malaysian Constitution guarantees freedom of
worship and as such, Christianity, Hinduism and
Buddhism make up the other primary religions
embraced by the Malaysian society.
Currency & Exchange Rate
All transactions in Malaysia are carried out using the
offcial currency of Ringgit (RM), which is in the form
of notes, in the denominations of RM 1, RM 2,
RM 5, RM 10, RM 50 and RM 100, and Sen, which
is in the form of coins that include 1 sen, 5 sen,
10 sen, 20 sen and 50 sen. As at 16th of August
2006, the exchange rate is US$ 1 = RM 3.71 and
all major currencies can be exchanged for the
Ringgit.
Ccuntry Ccde
+60
T|me D|fference
The standard Malaysian time is 8 hours ahead of
the GMT time and 16 hours ahead of the US Pacifc
Standard time.
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Malaysia has a pleasant tropical climate and is
generally warm all the year round with temperatures
ranging from 21C to 32C. The general weather is
humid with annual rainfall varying from
2,000mm to 2,500mm.
Trade and Eccncmy
Malaysia is today the leading producer and exporter
of manufactured products such as semiconductors,
audio-visual products, electrical & electronics
goods, palm oil-based products, timber-based
products and rubber-dipped products in the world.
Malaysia also stands out as one of the largest
producers of palm oil, natural rubber, tin, timber,
cocoa beans, pepper and liquefed natural gas in
the world.
Malaysia is ranked the 26th most competitive
economy in the world according to the Global
Competitive Report 2006-2007, released by the
World Economic Forum. In the recently released
World Bank report entitled Doing Business
2007, Malaysia emerged as the 25th most
business-friendly nation in the world out of the 175
economies surveyed.
The Globalisation Index 2006 undertaken by the
US-based Foreign Policy Magazine and A.T.Kearney
has ranked Malaysia as the worlds 19th most
globalised country. Kuala Lumpur city is being
rated the least expensive city in the world on food,
electronic goods, clothes, public transport, hotel
rates and entertainment for Western visitors, in a
recent surveyed on 71 cities worldwide by Swiss
banking giant, UBS.
The per capita GNP for the year 2005 is
RM 18,891 (US$ 5,105) and is projected to exceed
RM 20,000 by year 2007.
This article is as featured in
Study in Malaysia Handbook (5th International Edition),
www.statistics.gov.my, www.gov.my, www.mida.gov.my,
www.matrade.gov.my
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Study Fee
ACCA Frcfess|cna| Scheme Z007
Registration 62.00
Re-registration 62.00
Annual Subscription 62.00
Duplicate Card 10.00
Examination/Exemption Fees
Part 1 (per paper) (total 129) 43.00 (June)
Knowledge (per paper) (total 135) 45.00 (Dec)
Skills (per paper) (total 318) 53.00 (Dec)
Professional (per paper) (total 305) 61.00 (Dec)
Cert|hed Acccunt|ng Techn|c|an Scheme
Registration 55.00
Re-registration 55.00
Annual Subscription 55.00
Duplicate Card 10.00
Examination/Exemption Fees
Introductory & Intermediate Level (per paper) (total 128) 32.00 (June)
Introductory & Intermediate Level (per paper) (total 136) 34.00 (Dec)
Advanced Level (per paper)* (total 185) 37.00 (June)
Advanced Level (per paper)* (total 195) 39.00 (Dec)
* exemption fees are only charged at Advanced Level
Tu|t|cn Fees
Tuition providers in Malaysia charge differing tuition fees which range from RM 13,000 to RM 25,000.
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International students fnd Malaysia an attractive option for higher studies because of the relatively low cost
of living. The total cost of expenditure for accommodation, either on campus or off-campus, is reasonable
and within most budgets. Depending on the location and type of accommodation, the average monthly rental
for a single room (twin sharing) per student is between RM 250 to RM 450 (USD 68 USD 122). Other
expenses such as food, transportation, laundry and other essentials, based on an ordinary lifestyle, are
estimated between RM 600 to RM 700 (USD 162 USD 189) per month.
Therefore, the total cost of living ranges from about RM 11,000 RM 14,000 (USD 2,973 USD 3,784)
per year.
Source:
Ministry of Higher Education publication
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Klang Valley
Premier Plus
Sunway University College *
5 Jalan Universiti Bandar Sunway
46150 Petaling Jaya Selangor
Tel: 03-7491 8623 ext 8075
Fax: 03-5631 8391
Email: emilyc@sunway.edu.my
Tuition offered: ACCA/CAT
Tunku Abdul Rahman College
School of Business Studies TAR Campus
Jalan Genting Klang 50932 Kuala Lumpur
Tel: 03-4145 0123 Fax: 03-4142 0921
Email: saysk@mail.tarc.edu.my
Registered
Elitejaya College
No 24-26 (1st 3rd Floor) Jalan Sireh
41050 Klang Selangor Darul Ehsan
Tel: 03-3341 8811 Fax: 03-3341 8833
Email: ejc@streamyx.com
FTMS Global (Kuala Lumpur) *
24-30 Jalan Hang Kasturi
50000 Kuala Lumpur
Tel: 03-2050 9595 Fax: 03-2050 9699
Email: magen@ftms.edu.my
INTI College Subang Jaya *
3 Jalan SS15/8 Subang Jaya
Tel: 03-5632 4852 Fax: 03-5633 8499
Email: sharifah@inti.edu.my
INTI Management Services
Management House 227 Jalan Ampang
50450 Kuala Lumpur
Tel: 03-2163 2853 Fax: 03-2163 2909
Email: info@ims-inti.com
Tuition offered: ACCA
Kolej Kasturi *
11th Floor Plaza Nationwide
161 Jalan Tun H S Lee 50000 Kuala Lumpur
Tel: 03-2032 3322/2008 Fax: 03-2032 3323
Email: contact@ksacitycampus.com
Kolej Metro Prima
6 Jalan Prima 1 Metro Prima
Vista Magna Kepong 52100 Kuala Lumpur
Tel: 03-6250 6900 Fax: 03-6250 7901
Email: kolejmp@streamyx.com
Kolej Pacifc
Ground & Mezzanine Floor
Bangunan Yee Seng 15 Jalan Raja Chulan
50200 Kuala Lumpur
Tel: 03-2070 1070 Fax: 03-2070 2080
Email: derik@pacifc.edu.my
Kolej Poly-Tech Mara
Wisma YPM Jalan 6/91
Taman Shamelin Perkasa Cheras
56100 Kuala Lumpur
Tel: 03-9281 9700 ext 279
Fax: 03-9284 8474
Email: tasya2202@yahoo.com
Mantissa Institute
Level 1 Bangunan AHB 2 Jalan Tun
Mohd Fuad 3 Taman Tun Dr Ismail
60000 Kuala Lumpur
Tel: 03-7726 3333 Fax: 03-7728 5801
Email: mktg@mantissa.edu.my
Tuition offered: CAT
Mc Orange Institute
9 Jalan Gereja 50100 Kuala Lumpur
Tel: 03-2032 3118 Fax: 03-2032 2318
Email: ianlph@apec.com.my
Olympia College (Selangor) *
15 Jalan Barat 46200 Petaling Jaya Selangor
Tel: 03-7955 8868 Fax: 03-7956 5868
Email: arun.pj@raffes.olympia.edu.my
PAAC Business Institute *
B-7-8 Megan Phileo Avenue 12 Jalan Yap
Kwan Seng 50450 Kuala Lumpur
Tel: 03-2710 6606 Fax: 03-2710 6610
Email: saidah@paac.edu.my
Pusat Teknologi Dan Pengurusan Lanjutan
(PTPL) Sentral
West Wing Level 4 Kuala Lumpur Sentral
Station 50470 Kuala Lumpur
Tel: 03-2272 4988 Fax: 03-2274 4988
Email: parimelagan@hotmail.com
SEGi College Kuala Lumpur *
33-35 Jalan Hang Lekiu 50100 Kuala Lumpur
Tel: 03-2070 2078 Fax: 03-2034 2759
Email: cptang@segi.edu.my
SIT International College *
Level 5 Klang Parade 2112 Jalan Meru
41050 Klang Selangor
Tel: 03-3343 0628 Fax: 03-3343 0240
Email: sum.heng.nin@sit.edu.my
Stamford College *
Lot 7A Jalan 223 Section 14
Tel: 03-7968 8049 Fax: 03-7958 4705
Email: econsfn@stamford.edu.my
Suria College
Suite D-4-2 Level 4 Tower D Plaza Pantai
5 Jalan 4/38A Off Jalan Pantai Baru
50470 Kuala Lumpur
Tel: 03-2284 6125 Fax: 03-2287 9122
Email: suriams@hotmail.com
Unity College International *
Ground Floor Block B Bangunan Sri Kemajuan
PKNS Persiaran Barat Off Jalan Barat
Tel: 03-7954 8188 Fax: 03-7954 2118
Email: ywaimun05@gmail.com
Universiti Teknologi MARA
Faculty of Accountancy Professional
Programme Department Level 14
Menara SAAS UiTM 40450 Shah Alam Selangor
Tel: 03-5544 4804 Fax: 03-5544 4800
Email: shari744@salam.uitm.edu.my
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University College Sedaya International*
No. 1 Jalan Menara Gading UCSI Heights
56000 Kuala Lumpur
Tel: 03-9101 8880 Fax: 03-9102 3606
Email: slong@ucsi.edu.my
Northern and East Coast
Premier
Institut Perkim Goon
Axis Building 239 Jalan Burmah
10350 Georgetown Penang
Tel: 04-2268 281 Fax: 04-2272 158
Email: gccheah@ipg.edu.my
Registered
Institut Kompas *
8 Jalan Che Tak 30300 Ipoh Perak
Tel: 05-255 1559 Fax: 05-2429 155
Email: kompas1@tm.net.my
Institut Teknologi Sentral *
49 Jalan Zainal Abidin 10400 Penang
Tel: 04-2299 168 Fax: 04-2269 668
Email: ask@sentral.edu.my
KDU College *
School of Business, Hospitality and Tourism
Management 32 Jalan Anson
10400 Penang
Tel: 04-226 6368 Fax: 04-228 0362
Email: egsiew@kdupg.edu.my
Kolej DistedStamford *
340 Macalister Road 103450 Penang
Tel: 04-2296 579/80 Fax: 04-2266 403
Email: margaret@disted.edu.my
Olympia College (Pahang)
33 Jalan Gambut 2 25000 Kuantan Pahang
Tel: 09-5177 868 Fax: 09-5177 736
Email: kavitha_123my@yahoo.com
Olympia College (Penang)
46A Lebuhraya Batu Lanchang
11600 Jelutong Penang
Tel: 04-6584 868 Fax: 04-6581 868
Email: sharonmanasseh@yahoo.com
Olympia College (Perak)
18 Jalan CM Yusufe 30250 Ipoh Perak
Tel: 05-2433 868 Fax: 05-2431 868
Email: norlela.ip@raffes.olympia.edu.my
Pusat Teknologi dan Pengurusan Lanjutan
(PTPL) Sungai Petani
6 Jalan Bakar Arang
08000 Sungai Petani Kedah
Tel: 04-4257 602 Fax: 04-4258 295
Email: aidiladzhar@yahoo.com
Pusat Wilayah Institut Paramount (Kulim)
No 1 1st Floor Jalan Selasih Taman Semarak
09000 Kulim Kedah
Tel: 04-4953 212 Fax: 04-4912 839
Email: ccsad@tm.net.my
SEGi College Penang
33C Lebuh Pantai 10300 Penang
Tel: 04-2628 127 Fax: 04-2622 193
Email: aristan@segi.edu.my
Shen Jai School of Commerce
21A Jalan Bendahara 31650 Ipoh Perak
Tel: 05-2550 978 Fax: 05-2429 523
Email: shenjai@tm.net.my
Sunway College Ipoh *
1, 3 & 5 Persiaran SCI 2/2 Sunway City Ipoh
31150 Ipoh Perak
Tel: 05-5454 398 Fax: 05-5474 926
Email: jenniferle@sunway.edu.my
Southern
Registered
Institut Citypro
Suite 13.06 Level 13 JB Citysquare
(Offce Tower) 106-108 Jalan Wong Ah Fook
80000 Johor Bahru Johor
Tel: 07-2765 066 Fax: 07-2765 006
Email: cityproeducare@yahoo.com
Crescendo International College
26 1st to 6th Floor Jalan Wong Ah Fook
Tel: 07-2220 998 Fax: 07-2212 998
Email: ranjit@crescendo.edu.my
Institut KTC (JB)
34 Jalan Wong Ah Fook
Tel: 07-2217 998 Fax: 07-2243 315
Email: ktcedu@yahoo.com
Institut Sinar
507B Tingkat 2 Plaza Melaka
Jalan Hang Tuah 75300 Melaka
Tel: 06-282 6422 Fax: 06-283 7280
Email: sim_teo@streamyx.com
INTI University College *
(Bandar Baru Nilai)
Jalan BBN 12/1 Bandar Baru Nilai
71800 Negeri Sembilan
Tel: 06-7982 000 Fax: 06-7997 531
Email: adtan@intimal.edu.my
Kolej Aman Batu Pahat
110 Jalan Chengal Taman Makmur
83000 Batu Pahat Johor
Tel: 07-4347 000 Fax: 07-4343 111
Email: amanbp@tm.net.my
Maju Commercial Institute
10-4 Jalan Daud 84000 Muar Johor
Tel: 06-9513 966 Fax: 06-9548 329
Email: majucim@hotmail.com
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Stamford College Malacca
148-150 Jalan Laksamana Cheng Ho
75000 Melaka
Tel: 06-2822 613 Fax: 06-2821 403
Email: salwa.abu.bakar@stamford.edu.my
Sunway College Johor Bahru
3 Jalan Austin Heights Utama
Taman Mount Austin
Tel: 07-2266 860 Fax: 07-2267 860
Email: nadia@sunway.edu.my
East Malaysia
Registered
Cadas Business School
1st Floor Lot 7492 3rd Mile Block 16
Timberland Rock Road
93200 Kuching Sarawak
Tel: 082-232 780 Fax: 082-236 780
Email: joseph@cadas.edu.my
FTMS Global (Kuching) *
91 Block E Lot 9935 Queens Court
Jalan Wan Alwi 93350 Kuching Sarawak
Tel: 082-451 788 Fax: 082-462 688
Email: general.ftms@ewfnancial.com
Institut Teknologi Maklumat Nusantara
(NIIT) *
Lot 2765 Block 10 Jalan Tun Ahmad Zaidi
Adruce 93150 Kuching Sarawak
Tel: 082-242 411 Fax: 082-252 692
Email: andrealim72@yahoo.com
Institut Teknologi Riam
3rd Miles Riam Road 98000 Miri Sarawak
Tel: 085-613 371 Fax: 085-612 944
Email: daphne@riamtec.edu.my
Institut Tinggi Fajar
1st Floor Lot 2419-2420 Block 5
Boulevard Commercial Centre
98000 Miri Sarawak
Tel: 085-413 778 Fax: 085-417 015
Email: itfmiri@pd.jaring.my
INTI College Sarawak *
Jalan Stampin Timur PO Box 2571
93350 Kuching Sarawak
Tel: 082-570 888 ex 610
Fax: 082-451 533
Email: jamunavs@intisar.edu.my
Kinabalu Commercial College *
3rd Floor Wisma Sabah PO Box 11600
88817 Kota Kinabalu Sabah
Tel: 088-251 600 Fax: 088-233 390
Email: kccol@tm.net.my
Methodist Pilley Institute *
Jalan Lily PO Box 760
96008 Sibu Sarawak
Tel: 084-322 268 Fax: 084-320 801
Email: khwong@pilley.edu.my
* Approved Tuition Providers (by the Malaysian Ministry of Higher Education and the Ministry of Home
Affairs) to admit international students
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Sche|| eh|yat
Iran
Apart from the constant heat,
Malaysia is one of the most
beautiful countries Ive been to
it is a wonderland with tall trees!
I have had many opportunities to
learn the skills I need in future,
and Ive also met many new
friends over here. Studying in
Malaysia is the frst step towards
achieving my goals and a more
prestigious and fulflling life.

Wu X|acshuang
China
Life in Malaysia is very nice
apart from the stress of passing
exams.
The standard of the lectures I
attend are very good, and I have
gained immense knowledge.
My local friends and fellow
students are very helpful and
friendly. They have invited me to
join them for Chinese New Year
dinners, which helped alleviate
homesickness and kindly offered
me lifts home when I had
evening lectures.
Since I eat out quite often, its
great that Malaysian restaurants
and hotels serve good and
reasonably-priced food and I fnd
the waiters very courteous and
professional.
Ahmed Taha Hassan A|-Sah
Yemen
Studying ACCA in Malaysia
is defnitely an invaluable
experience. Besides gaining a
world-class qualifcation, I have
been fortunate to experience life
in Malaysia, a country brimming
with multicultural charm while
offering reasonable fees and
moderate living expenses.
Throughout my studies, I took
part in many fun and meaningful
activities, including a paintball
tournament and the annual
ACCA leadership camp. These
activities helped me excel in
teambuilding and leadership,
which cannot be developed
through studies alone.
Dsama Jamsha|d Ift|khar
Pakistan
Being the son of a career
diplomat, lve had the
opportunity to live in seven
countries and globetrot ever
so often. Of all the places lve
been to, Malaysia stands out as
vibrant, fun and fresh. Theres
always a lot to do as a student
and the people are kind and
welcoming.
A well-kept secret is the
impeccable standards of
Malaysias tertiary educational
institutions. Im currently
enrolled at a premier plus
institution with some of the best
lecturers and academicians in
the region.
I couldnt ask for more!
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1. The student submits his/her application form and relevant documents to the intended tuition provider who
must possess offcial approval from the Ministry of Home Affairs to recruit international students. *
2. The students application is accepted by the intended tuition provider who will then help to apply for his/
her student pass at the Malaysian Immigration Department in Malaysia. **
3. Upon acceptance, the Malaysian Immigration Department will release a letter of approval for the student
pass to the tuition provider, which will then be given to the student.
4. Before leaving his/her country for Malaysia, the student needs to inform the tuition provider on his/her
port of entry (airport), fight number, arrival date and time.
5. Upon arrival, the student will be met by representatives from the tuition provider at the check-point and an
entry visa will be issued.
6. Within 2 weeks of the students arrival, the tuition provider will submit his/her passport to the Immigration
Department to affx the Student Pass Sticker.
* It is important to note that international students are only allowed to study with tuition providers approved by the
Malaysian Ministry of Higher Education and the Ministry of Home Affairs.
** Students from the Peoples Republic of China (PRC) are required to obtain their entry visas from the Malaysian
Embassy in Beijing, Guangzhou or Shanghai prior to the entry into Malaysia.
Source:
The Ministry of Higher Education publication
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Imm|grat|cn requ|rements tc enter Ma|ays|a Next Step
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Immigration procedures to enter Malaysia to study
are simple and hassle-free. The requirements of the
Immigration Department for international students
are as follows:-
Ccnd|t|cns tc qua||fy as a student:
a) The student has been accepted for a full-time
course of study at a public or private
educational institution of higher learning.
b) The student has the fnancial means to meet the
course fees as well as living/travel expenses.
c) The student possesses good health and
character.
d) The students intention to seek entry is solely for
study purposes.
App||cat|cn Frccedures fcr student pass
All applications for student passes by international
students are done through Malaysian educational
institutions. The processing approval and issuance
of student passes and visas are done by the
Immigration Department in Malaysia except for
students from China, who will get their visas from
the Embassy of Malaysia or the Council of Malaysia
in China.
Fam||y members tc stay w|th students
Certain family members are allowed to stay on Visit
(Social) Passes during the entire duration of the
students study in Malaysia with approval from the
Immigration Department. They are:
1. Parents of the student;
2. Spouses, children and parents of students from
the Middle East; and
3. Spouses and children (immediate family) of a
postgraduate student.
Wcrk|ng part-t|me wh||e study|ng |n Ma|ays|a
All international students are allowed to work
part-time with effect from 15 February 2005. A
student is only allowed to work for a maximum of
twenty hours per week during the semester breaks
or holidays of more than seven days, as long as
his or her student pass remains valid, at places of
employment such as restaurants, petrol kiosks, mini
markets and hotels.
Applications to work part-time must be made
through the educational institution in which the
student is studying and he/she needs to be present
during submission at the Immigration Department.
For further information about the immigration
procedures and student pass, kindly contact the
Immigration Department in Malaysia at the following
address:-
The D|rectcr
Visa, Pass and Permit Division
Headquarters of the Malaysian Immigration
Department
1st-7th Floor (Podium) Block 2G4
Federal Government Administration Centre Precinct 2
62550 Putrajaya Malaysia
Tel: 603-8880 1000 Fax: 603-8880 1200
Website: www.imi.gov.my
Source:
Ministry of Higher Education publication
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App||cat|cn fcr a student pass |n Ma|ays|a Next Step
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a) The student has to submit an application form to study together with relevant documents to the intended
educational institution (Please refer to page 19-21 on which educational institutions to choose).
b) Once the students application is accepted by the educational institution, the latter will assist the student
in applying for his/her student pass at the Malaysian Immigration Department before the students
intended departure to Malaysia. All applications, processing, approval and issuance of the student
passes and visas for prospective international students are processed in Malaysia except for students
from The Peoples Republic of China (PRC). PRC nationals are required to obtain their entry visas from
the Malaysian Embassy in Beijing, Guangzhou or Shanghai before entering Malaysia.
c) Once a letter of approval for the student pass is released by the Malaysian Immigration Department,
it will be sent to the students intended educational institution, which has offered him/her a seat to study.
The educational institution will in turn send out the letter to the student while he/she remains in his/her
home country.
d) Before leaving his/her home country, the student must inform the intended educational institution of
his/her port of entry (airport), fight number arrival date and time.
e) Once the student has arrived at the Malaysian airport, he/she will show the student pass approval letter
at the immigration checkpoint. Here, a special pass valid for 14 days will be issued to refer the student
to the respective State Immigration Department for the issuance of the student pass. An entry visa
- except for PRC nationals - will also be issued then. Representatives from the educational institutions
will also be at the checkpoint to receive the students and transfer them to the educational institutions to
report their attendance.
f) Within 2 weeks of the students arrival, the educational institution is required to submit the students
passport to the State immigration Department to enable the student pass to be affxed on the passport.
Please check with the State Immigration Department for the fees with regards to student passes and
visas and renewals for both. Please refer to the respective educational institutions with regards to types
of documents and personal bond rates for application of student passes.
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I. F|an ycur hnances |n advance
You can consult friends or family members who have lived or are currently staying in Malaysia, to fnd out
more about issues such as the cost of living, where to stay and how to make the best of your stay here
in Malaysia. Dont forget to fnd out what jobs are available to supplement your income.
Applications to work part-time must be made through the educational institution in which you are
studying. You need to be present during submission at the Immigration Department.
Based on your expected earnings, you can draw up a practical budget that will meet your needs.
Z. Keep ycur tu|t|cn prcv|ders |nfcrmed
Inform your tuition providers about your arrival at least 7 days before your departure, including fight and
airport details. Note down the name and contact details of your tuition providers representatives who
will be meeting you at the airport. You need to be accompanied by the representative before you are
allowed to check out through the Immigration.
3. Get ycur student pass
Contact the Immigration department to sort out your student pass. For details, please refer to page 27.
4. Wardrcbe
Malaysias climate is warm and humid throughout the year. Light cottons and casual clothing are highly
recommended. A good option is to pack light and buy extra clothes in Malaysia. Since the prices are
highly reasonable and the choice is wide, you will be spoilt for choice at the various shopping malls and
fashion outlets.
b. Dc research cn Ma|ays|an cu|ture
Browse the Internet and invest in a few cultural and travel guides to fnd out more about Malaysian
culture and lifestyles. You can also browse your tuition providers website to fnd out more about student
life on campus and what extra-curricular activities are available.
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b. M|nd ycur mcney
You need to have some cash (in Malaysian ringgit or USD) before leaving for Malaysia. Do visit a bank or
moneychanger to convert your currency into ringgit so that you have suffcient cash upon your arrival.
Do not bring excessive cash. Confrm the maximum amount that you are allowed to bring out from your
country with your travel agency or the Immigration authorities. For safety and security, it is advisable to
carry international credit cards or travelers cheques for easy replacement in case of theft.
7. Internat|cna| cu|s|ne
Malaysia is a haven for adventurous food-lovers. The cultural melting pot means that Malay, Chinese
and Indian dishes and fusion food are easily and cheaply available everywhere. International cuisines such
as Middle Eastern and Thai abound. Likewise, fast-food restaurants and western food can be found
virtually anywhere in the country.
. Check||st fcr essent|a| |tems
Do prepare a check list of personal items that you need both on the fight and for immediate use upon
arrival in Malaysia. Think carefully and pack smart!
9. Have a party|
You are on the brink of a new and exciting experience so do throw a party to celebrate your upcoming
journey with friends and families!
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Essent|a| Infcrmat|cn fcr ACCA students Infcrmat|cn
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Reg|strat|cn Frccedures
(Most tuition providers will arrange this registration for students)
Complete the appropriate registration form
Attach a copy (copies) of certifcates/ letter of completion, full transcripts, Identity Card and
passport-sized photographs
Enclose the appropriate registration fee
Bank drafts should be made payable to ACCA. You may also pay by credit card
Impcrtant Dates
Reg|strat|cn Fcrms must be rece|ved by:
June Examination Session 15 December
December Examination Session 31 July
Exempt|cn App||cat|cns (fcr reg|stered students cn|y)
must be made by:
June Examination Session 15 January
December Examination Session 15 July
Exam|nat|cn Entr|es must be rece|ved by:
June Examination Session 6 April
December Examination Session 6 October
Annua| Subscr|pt|cns must be rece|ved by:
Kuala Lumpur 25 February
Var|ant,Stream Changes must be made by:
June Examination Session 31 March
December Examination Session 30 September
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Further Infcrmat|cn
E-mail info@my.accaglobal.com
ACCA Malaysia http://www.malaysia.accaglobal.com/
Home Page http://www.accaglobal.com
Exemption Enquiry https://www.acca-business.org/exempenq/
Tuition Providers http://www.accaglobal.com/students/tuitionproviders/
Study Mater|a|s |n Ma|ays|a
Maxim Educational Enterprise Tel: 03 8075 5601
DL Training Consultancy Tel: 03 2032 2722
MPH Bookstores Tel: 03 2938 3818
Kinokuniya Bookstores Tel: 03 2164 8133
Usefu| references
www.accaglobal.com
www.mohe.gov.my
www.studymalaysia.com
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Study App||cat|cn fcr var|cus ACCA tu|t|cn prcv|ders |n Ma|ays|a
Just complete the relevant application forms from tuition providers and provide the following
documents and fees:-
1. Certifed copies of all relevant examination results and academic certifcates (preferably in
your offcial language and with translated copies in English)
2. A completed accommodation form (if accommodation is required)
3. Photocopy of valid International passport all the pages
4. Photocopy of Identity Card
5. Most recent passport-sized colour photograph (4-6 copies)
6. Personal medical health report if you are entering the State of Sabah or Sarawak
7. Application fees - ranging from USD 160 to USD 250, usually non-refundable
Impcrtant Entry Dccuments tc enter Ma|ays|a
Passport or travel documents
Letter of acceptance from your tuition providers
Letter of approval from the Malaysian Immigration Department for Student Pass
Passport-sized photographs
Health medical report if you are entering East Malaysia (State of Sabah or Sarawak)
Single Entry Visa issued by the Malaysian Embassy in China (for China students)
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ACCA Malaysia Sdn Bhd (473007 P)
27th Floor Wisma Denmark No 86 Jalan Ampang
50450 Kuala Lumpur
Tel: +(603) 2713 5051 Fax: +(603) 2713 5052
E-mail: info@my.accaglobal.com
Website: www.malaysia.accaglobal.com
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