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Wales (ICAEW), Association of Chartered Certified Accounts (ACCA), the Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA) and, most recently, CPA Australia. The programme offers paper exemptions from each of these professional bodies.
“The opportunity to study in HeriotWatt, one of the top universities in the UK, is already a plus point added to my career prospects,” quipped Melvin. He further added, “The helpful and knowledgeable lecturers will, without doubt, prepare us well for a successful career.”
Besides that, Melvin mostly enjoy his studies there with college mates burning the midnight oil together for tests and finals, and completing assignments. “It is this companionship that is important as it has taught me the significance of teamwork and teammates throughout my years in the university,” he explained.
“This degree has definitely helped me to have a clear understanding of my profession while being able to relate to the real world,” Melvin added.
The university actively conducts career fairs to allow students to develop links with industries and professional employers.
“We always have people from professional bodies coming over to share their experiences and thoughts on accounting, providing tips for a successful career,” he said.
For more information on the Accounting and Business Finance programme as well as the programmes and scholarships offered at Heriot-Watt University Malaysia, visit its campus in Putrajaya. Alternatively, log on to www.hw.edu.my or call +603-8894 3888 or email hwum@ hw.ac.uk