Dual Award Programme 2014/15

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1 Dual Award Programme 2014/15 Sheffield Hallam degree: BSc (Hons) and TAR UC degree: Bachelor of (Hons)

2 Become a global graduate with a dual award degree. Open up a world of career opportunities with the TAR UC and Sheffield Hallam dual award programme. We have worked with TAR UC to develop a new range of dual award programmes which will enable you to graduate with a Sheffield Hallam degree and a TAR UC degree. A degree from one of the UK s largest universities will be recognised by your future employers all over the world. Ten reasons to choose our dual award programme 1. You will study accounting and finance at one of the UK s largest business schools. The course is designed in consultation with leading employers and professional bodies including CIMA, ACCA and ICAEW. 2. The UK degree course content will enrich your understanding of international accounting and finance practices with particular focus on UK and Malaysia. This will be invaluable to a successful career in a truly global sector. 3. Lecturers from Sheffield Hallam will share case studies and real-world examples with you from their experience of working in industry and their links with professional associations and accounting and finance employers. 4. By opting to study the dual award degree, you are showing future employers that you have the commitment and drive to go the extra mile for your personal and career development. 5. You will be supported from application to graduation and beyond throughout the dual award programme. You will be provided with a list of staff who you can get in touch with at any time, whenever you need further advice or support. 6. Take advantage of the opportunity to live and study in Sheffield for three months where you will experience British culture and visit cities all over the UK. 7. The dual award degree is a cost effective way to gain a UK degree as part of your studies at TAR UC. 8. Choosing the dual award degree will expand your knowledge and career opportunities without extending the duration of your course at TAR UC. 9. You will benefit from our decades of experience as we ve supported more than 10,000 Malaysian students through their degrees. 10. As a Sheffield Hallam graduate, you ll be eligible for a discount on postgraduate study in Sheffield and you will be a valued part of our global alumni community for life.

3 Study at one of the UK s most popular universities Teaching staff with industry experience Sheffield Hallam is the best modern university in the north of England (Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2015). By choosing to study the dual award degree, you will join one of the most popularand diverse student communities in the UK, with over 34,000 students from more than 100 countries. You will be taught by Sheffield Hallam academics with internationally recognised qualifications and vast teaching experience. Our courses are designed in collaboration with leading employers and professional bodies, including ACCA, CIMA, and IAEW, to ensure the modules offered are up-to-date and market relevant. Our staff have strong links with local, national and international businesses and will share their experiences with you in the classroom so you will learn about real-life businesses and international professional practice. You will study at Sheffield Business School, part of Sheffield Hallam University, which is one of the largest centres of business and management in the UK. The Business School focuses on employability and we know that it is successful because 92% of our students are in work or further study within six months of graduating (DHLE 2013). Preparing you for an international career in accounting and finance Newcastle Durham Manchester Liverpool Leeds Doncaster Sheffield Nottingham Birmingham Cardiff Bristol Luton London UK education is highly valued all over the world and is recognised as internationally excellent for teaching and research. Graduating with a UK degree and a Malaysian degree will demonstrate to potential employers that you are ambitious and committed to your subject area. Sheffield Hallam graduates have developed very successful careers in both professional accounting firms and multinational companies. Typical jobs include management accountant, finance accountant, financial management, financial risk manager, business manager and audit and tax specialist. Past graduates have been recruited by the major accountancy firms throughout Asia including PricewaterhouseCoopers, KPMG and Andersons. During your studies in the UK and for three years after you graduate, you can access our Careers and Employability Centre. Our specialist advisers run workshops on CV writing skills, interview techniques and give you access to a huge database of jobs in the UK and all over the world. As a Sheffield Hallam graduate, you will be eligible for a discount on postgraduate study in Sheffield. For more information, visit shu.ac.uk/careers Three months study and cultural experience in one of the UK s most student friendly cities Sheffield is one of the safest and most affordable cities in the country. It is the study destination of choice for more than 50,000 students because it s a vibrant and friendly city. It is located in the centre of the UK so it is easy to travel to other cities and is only one hour from Manchester and two hours from London by train. Our dedicated International Student Support Team is ranked number one in the UK (for student satisfaction in the Student Barometer, autumn 2013) and provides a range of support services for our international students. They can answer any questions before you travel to Sheffield and when you arrive at our Meet and Greet Desk. They also arrange a special programme of events and activities to other cities and sights of interest, including York, the Peak District, Whitby (seaside) and Manchester United Football Club. For more information, visit shu.ac.uk/internationalsupport

4 Access to industry-standard facilities and resources Innovative teaching and assessment During your time in Sheffield you will gain access to all of the facilities and resources available to Sheffield Hallam students. The University has a learning centre at each campus which is open 24 hours, 365 days a year. The learning centre has more than 1,000 computers and access to more than 500,000 books and 4 million journal articles. Among the library resources are an extensive range of accounting and finance professional books, ebooks and journals with free access to Our innovative teaching, learning and assessment techniques will help you develop your communication, organisation, presentation, time management and group work skills which are required in the workplace. We are one of only a few universities to invest in Bloomberg Terminals housed in a dedicated Bloomberg Suite. The terminals deliver data, news and analytics to global financial professionals and you have the opportunity to gain practical experience of using this industry-standard technology. Kevin TAR UC and Sheffield Hallam graduate The course uses a mix of traditional and innovative teaching methods which include lectures, seminars, IT labs and workshops which will help you prepare for your assessments. The assessments will include group presentations, individual presentations, written coursework and examinations. You will receive regular feedback as you progress through the course. Throughout your studies you will have access to a dedicated virtual learning environment which has been ranked in the top three in the world (Student Barometer, autumn 2013). You will be able to access student support material and information relating to each module studied and communicate with your tutor and other members of your course. In addition to this, you will have continued access to drop-in study sessions and one-to-one help with essay writing as well as English language support. You will be supported throughout your dual degree by a number of staff, both at TAR UC and Sheffield Hallam. You will be able to contact them any time with any queries you have. The course leader They will work closely with you in Malaysia and Sheffield. They can provide you with support and advice about your course. The Student Services team They will provide you with advice and support on a wide range of issues such as University rules and regulations, helping you to plan and manage your workload and any personal worries. The module leaders They will be able to provide academic advice about each specific module and will provide feedback on your assignments. During your first session, you will be given details on how to contact them. The lessons are very engaging. Not only do the lecturers explain the theories, they also share practical work experience that reflects industry standards.

5 Adeline Dual award degree structure TAR UC and Sheffield Hallam graduate TAR UC and Sheffield Hallam have designed the dual award degree to ensure all the modules provide the content required to successfully complete the assignments and dual award. You will study both TAR UC and Sheffield Hallam modules. This will not extend the duration of your course. Sheffield Hallam modules will be delivered at TAR UC and in your final year you will attend a three month study period in Sheffield. Here is an overview of the course structure. Sheffield Hallam delivered modules incorporate and build upon the learning outcomes of the TAR UC delivered modules Year 1 Year 2 Year3 Sheffield Hallam delivered modules Quantitative Studies To incorporate the learning from Principles of BBFA1013 and BBFA1023 BBMC113 BAMS1733 Principles of Finance Information Systems BBMF1813 BACS1713 Applications Fundamentals of Auditing To incorporate the learning from Decision BBMC2023 and Performance BBMC3023 To incorporate the learning from Framework BBFA2013 and BBFA2023 Strategy & Risk Corporate Reporting Governance, Risk & Ethics To replace Corporate Reporting & Current Issues BBFA4013 and Theory & Practice BBFA4033 To replace Corporate Governance & Ethics BBBD4013 To replace Risk BBMF4823 and Strategy BBMF4813 Microeconomics BBBE1013 TAR UC delivered modules Principles of English Language BBDM1043 BHEL1013 Macroeconomics Principles of English for Human Resource Communication BBBE1023 BHEL1023 BBDH1013 Taxation Business Law BBFT2013 BBBL2033 BBFD2033 Auditing BBFT 3023 BBMF2813 Taxation Corporate Law BBBL2043 BBFT3013 Practice BBFA3013 Business Analysis & Strategy BBDM4013 Public Sector BBFA4023 Elective IV Performance BBMC3015 Elective III Audit Practice BBFD4013 Decision Making BBMC4055 My time at Sheffield Hallam has trained me to be more independent and has improved my planning, communication, organisation and time management skills.

6 Sheffield Hallam module descriptions The chart below provides a summary of what you will learn on the Sheffield Hallam modules. The modules are designed in collaboration with TAR UC to compliment your studies and provide an international perspective on your subject. Module Year studied and location Module description Year 1 TAR UC Malaysia You will learn the underlying principles, concepts, and international regulatory framework relating to financial accounting. Applications Year 2 TAR UC Malaysia You will apply management accounting concepts and techniques to generate information needed for effective decisionmaking in organisations. Year 2 TAR UC, Malaysia You will develop a critical understanding of the regulatory, ethical and conceptual framework of financial and accounting reporting. Governance Risk and Ethics Year 3 Sheffield Hallam, UK You will gain key skills in corporate governance and ethics to ensure effective governance within the organisation. Corporate Reporting Year 3 Sheffield Hallam, UK You will develop a critical understanding of the construction and context of corporate reports and their role in the communication process between reporting entities and user groups Strategy and Risk Year 3 Sheffield Hallam, UK You will gain an in-depth and applied knowledge of the fundamental decision areas that fall under the Strategy decision making process. The Sheffield Hallam course leader is Mr John Parker. If you would like more information about the course, please j.parker@shu.ac.uk For admissions and general enquiries, please visit

7 Sheffield Hallam University South East Asia Office No.5 (2nd Floor) Jalan SS15 / Subang Jaya Selangor Kuala Lumpur Malaysia Telephone: seaoffice@shu.ac.uk