Foundation in Commerce (FC001)
ABOUT THE PROGRAMME
The Foundation of Commerce is a pre-university programme specifically designed to provide theoretical and practical foundations for knowledge and skills in various disciplines of study in business, accounting, information technology, and communication.
The programme targets Sijil Pelajaran Malaysia (SPM) or equivalent graduates interested in pursuing a degree in business administration, accounting, management, communication, and business computing.
At the end of this programme, students will be able to explain concepts, theories, and principles in their area of study, source and process data using appropriate digital and technological applications, analyse and apply information to solve problems, and develop their skills for lifelong learning and communication in responsible ways.
The Foundation of Commerce is a pre-university programme specifically designed to provide theoretical and practical foundations for knowledge and skills in various disciplines of study in business, accounting, information technology, and communication.
The programme targets Sijil Pelajaran Malaysia (SPM) or equivalent graduates interested in pursuing a degree in business administration, accounting, management, communication, and business computing.
At the end of this programme, students will be able to explain concepts, theories, and principles in their area of study, source and process data using appropriate digital and technological applications, analyse and apply information to solve problems, and develop their skills for lifelong learning and communication in responsible ways.
COURSE DETAILS
Programme : Foundation in Commerce
Programme Code: FC001
Medium of Instruction: English
Reference: R/010/3/0485 (MQA/FA9043) 25/09/2022- 24/09/2027
- Entry Requirement (MARA YTP Programme)
- Entry Requirement (General)
- Courses Offered
- Career Prospect
- Fee
MARA YOUNG TALENT DEVELOPMENT PROGRAMME (YTP)
1 Year - Foundation in Commerce (Universiti Poly-Tech Malaysia), and
3 Years - Bachelor's Degree (Universiti Poly-Tech Malaysia)
Students may choose any of these programmes for Bachelor's Degree level:
A pass in SPM with at least Grade A- in SIX (6) subjects as follows:

1 Year - Foundation in Commerce (Universiti Poly-Tech Malaysia), and
3 Years - Bachelor's Degree (Universiti Poly-Tech Malaysia)
Students may choose any of these programmes for Bachelor's Degree level:
- Business Administration (Honours) & CMI Level 5 Professional Qualification
- Business Administration (Honours) (Human Resource Management) & CMI Level 5 Professional Qualification
A pass in SPM with at least Grade A- in SIX (6) subjects as follows:
- English;
- Mathematics;
- Other FOUR (4) subjects

Minimum Requirement:
Pass SPM with at least a credit in FIVE (5) subjects;
OR
Pass O-level with at least grade C in FIVE (5) subjects;
OR
Pass UEC with at least grade B in THREE (3) subjects;
OR
Other qualification recognised by the Malaysian Government.
English Competency Requirement (International Student):
MUET Band 3
OR
CEFR Low B1
OR
IELTS 4.0
OR
TOEFL 5.0
OR
Pearson Test of English 36
OR
Linguaskill Online 140
*If a student does not meet this requirement, the UPTM must offer English proficiency courses to ensure that the student’s proficiency is sufficient to meet the needs of the programme.
OR
Pass O-level with at least grade C in FIVE (5) subjects;
OR
Pass UEC with at least grade B in THREE (3) subjects;
OR
Other qualification recognised by the Malaysian Government.
English Competency Requirement (International Student):
MUET Band 3
OR
CEFR Low B1
OR
IELTS 4.0
OR
TOEFL 5.0
OR
Pearson Test of English 36
OR
Linguaskill Online 140
*If a student does not meet this requirement, the UPTM must offer English proficiency courses to ensure that the student’s proficiency is sufficient to meet the needs of the programme.
SEMESTER 1/YEAR 1 :
English I
Mathematics
Basic ICT
Co-Curiculum
Team Building & Leadership
Introduction to Management
SEMESTER 2/YEAR 1
English II
Thinking Skills
Essential of Economics
Introduction to Financial Accounting
Introduction to Finance
Elective I
SEMESTER 3/YEAR 1
Introduction to Cost and Management Accounting
Elective II
Optional (Choose any TWO)
Introduction to Marketing
Entrepreneurship
Introduction to Mass Media & Communication
Study Skill
English I
Mathematics
Basic ICT
Co-Curiculum
Team Building & Leadership
Introduction to Management
SEMESTER 2/YEAR 1
English II
Thinking Skills
Essential of Economics
Introduction to Financial Accounting
Introduction to Finance
Elective I
SEMESTER 3/YEAR 1
Introduction to Cost and Management Accounting
Elective II
Optional (Choose any TWO)
Introduction to Marketing
Entrepreneurship
Introduction to Mass Media & Communication
Study Skill
Graduates can continue their studies at a higher level.
Tuition fee:
Local students: RM10,230
International Students: (TBA)
Local students: RM10,230
International Students: (TBA)
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