Bachelor of Economics (Honours)

The Bachelor of Economics (Honours) programme is designed to provide a solid foundation in economic theory and knowledge while enhancing students' critical and analytical skills.

The course is structured to produce graduates with expertise in economics, applied statistics, development studies, administrative studies, and politics.

This programme teaches students to critically analyse and solve economic problems, applying their skills to various economic issues both locally and internationally.

It is intellectually challenging and aims to develop students’ abilities to analyse the economic aspects that affect communities logically.

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Entry Requirements

Option 1: Entry with Sijil Tinggi Persekolahan Malaysia (STPM)

  • Pass the STPM or equivalent with at least Grade C (CGPA 2.00) in any 2 subjects.
  • Pass the Sijil Pelajaran Malaysia (SPM) or any equivalent qualification with:
    • Pass in Mathematics
    • Pass in English

Option 2: Entry with Sijil Tinggi Agama Malaysia (STAM)

  • Pass the STAM with a minimum grade of Jayyid.
  • Pass the Sijil Pelajaran Malaysia (SPM) or any equivalent qualification with:
    • Pass in Mathematics
    • Pass in English

Option 3: Entry with Matriculation / Foundation

Pass the Matriculation / Foundation from any IPTA / IPTS / institution authorized to offer foundation program with a CGPA of 2.00.

Option 4: Entry with Diploma or Advanced Diploma (Level 4 or 5, KKM)

Pass the Diploma or Advanced Diploma (Level 4 or 5, KKM) with a minimum CGPA of 2.00 in the relevant field.

Option 5: Entry with Diploma Kemahiran Malaysia (DKM) / Diploma Vokasional Malaysia (DVM)

Entry requirements with DKM / DVM qualifications are subject to approval by the Higher Education Provider (HEP) Senate / Academic Board.

Option 6: Entry with Diploma Lanjutan Kemahiran Malaysia (DLKM)

Entry requirements with DLKM qualifications are subject to approval by the Higher Education Provider (HEP) Senate / Academic Board.

Option 7: Entry with Other Recognised Qualification

Other recognised qualifications equivalent to those approved by the Government of Malaysia are also accepted.

Additional Requirements

Equivalent to CEFR (Low B2) for International students.

Programme Structure

Year 1

  • Hubungan Etnik/ Pengajian Malaysia 3
  • Tamadun Islam dan Tamadun Asia (TITAS) / Bahasa Melayu Komunikasi 2
  • Principles of Management
  • Principles of Accounting
  • Microeconomics 1
  • Macroeconomics 1
  • English for Specific Purpose 1
  • Islamic Economics
  • Microeconomics 2
  • Macroeconomics 2
  • Principles of Finance
  • Business Communication
  • English for Specific Purpose 2
  • Writing Skill
  • English for Specific Purpose 3
  • Economic Mathematics
  • Elective 1

Year 2

  • Profesional Ethics
  • Industrial Economics
  • Statistics
  • Malaysian Economic
  • Dasar Awam Kerajaan Malaysia
  • Elective 2
  • Development Economics
  • Agricultural Economy
  • Bakti Siswa
  • Economic Research Methodology
  • Management Information System
  • Econometrics
  • Elective 3
  • Environmental Economics
  • Monetary Economy

Year 3

  • Strategic Management
  • International Economics
  • Economic Thought
  • Project Paper
  • Entrepreneurship
  • Money and Banking
  • Elective 4
  • Industrial Training

Elective Subjects

  • E-Commerce Theories & Practice
  • Introduction to Psychology
  • International Business
  • Human Resource Management
  • Principles of Marketing
  • Workplace Safety and Health

Recognition

Ministry of Higher Education (MoHE)

Recognition of Widad University College with COMPETITIVE (BERDAYA SAING) for SETARA 2022.

Malaysian Qualifications Agency (MQA)

The Bachelor of Economics (Honours) is fully ACCREDITED by MQA.

The Golden Globe Tigers Awards

Recognition of Widad University College with “BEST ACADEMIC INSTITUTIONS”.

Financial Assistance

Perbadanan Tabung
Pendidikan Tinggi
Nasional (PTPTN)
The Royal
Widad Foundation
AFFIN Education
Financing-i
Employees Provident Fund (EPF)
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Education Pathway

Step 1

Bachelor of Economics (Honours)

Step 2

Master Degree

Step 3

Doctor of Philosophy

Career Pathway

  • Economic Analyzer
  • Researcher
  • Economic Officer
  • Statisticians
  • Diplomatic Administrative Officer
  • Administrative Officer
  • Urban & Rural Planning Officer
  • Economic Advisor
  • Economic Planning Officer

Why Choose Widad

Experience

Conducting the programme since 2012

Accreditation

Fully accredited by MQA

Academicians

Qualified and experienced lecturers

Achievement

98% Employability rate and 100% Graduate on Time (GoT)

Facilities

Complete facilities

Registration Fee *

Free

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Pocket Money *

RM2000/ year

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Industrial Linkage

With public and private organisations in Malaysia and abroad

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