FACULTY OF ACCOUNTANCY, FINANCE AND BUSINESS

ACADEMIC YEAR 2018/2019

MAY 2018 INTAKE

DIPLOMA IN BUSINESS STUDIES (ACCOUNTING) – DAC

ACCOUNTANCY DEPARTMENT

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Contents
Welcome Message from the Dean 4

FAFB Programmes 5

Faculty Management Team 6

Programme Team 7

Programme Overview
1.1 Progression Route 10
1.2 Semester Dates 10
1.3 Diploma in Business Studies (Accounting) 11
1.3.1 Programme Educational Objectives 11
1.3.2 Programme Learning Outcomes 11
1.3.3 Programme Structure 12

Programme Matters
2.1 Lecture & Tutorial Plan 14
2.2 Time Table 14
2.3 Intra-Faculty Transfer 14
2.4 Inter-Faculty Transfer 14
2.5 Reinstatement of Studies 14
2.6 Deferment of Studies 14
2.7 Withdrawal of Studies 15
2.8 Notice Board 15
2.9 Student Dialogue 15
2.10 Feedback & Suggestions 15
2.11 E-Learning System & College University Email 15
2.12 Tutorials 16
2.12.1 Tutorial Groups 16
2.12.2 Attendance 16
2.12.3 Unsatisfactory Attendance 16
2.12.4 Barred from the Examination 16
2.13 Assessments and Examination 17
2.13.1 General Requirements 17
2.13.2 Coursework 17
2.13.3 Coursework Threshold 17
2.14 Examination Eligibility 17
2.15 Appeal for Review of Examination Results 17
2.16 Repeat/Resit Application 18
2.17 Extenuating Circumstances 18
2.18 Award of Diploma 18
2.19 Award of Bachelor Degree 19
2.20 Plagiarism 19
2.21 Cheating in the Examination 20
2.22 Teaching Team 21

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 2.23 Office Matters 21

Tuition Fee, Financial Aid & Other Student Services

3.1 Payment of Tuition Fees 23
3.2 Student Financial Aid – Scholarship, PTPTN & Student Loan Funds 23
3.3 Library Induction Programme 23
3.4 Clubs and Societies 24
3.5 Other Student Services 24

Responsibilities of Students
4.1 Students Attire / Dress Code 26
4.2 Code of Conduct 27
4.3 Rules of Conduct in the Computer Laboratories 27
4.4 Evaluation Survey 27
4.5 Online Tracer Study 27
4.6 Entry Qualification for Bachelor’s Degree Programmes 27
4.7 Personal Data Protection Act (PDPA) 28

Dual Awards
5.1 Dual Award with Coventry University, United Kingdom 30
5.2 Dual Award with Sheffield Hallam University, United Kingdom 30

Miscellaneous 32

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 Welcome Message from the Dean

Welcome to the Faculty of Accountancy, Finance and Business (FAFB). For those who are
on campus for the first time, I hope you are excited to join this lively, enriching and warm
campus community.

The Faculty of Accountancy, Finance and Business (FAFB), formerly known as School of
Business Studies (SBS) was established in 1971. Today, FAFB offers a wide range of
Ms. Wong Hwa Kiong, business programmes that are industry focused to augment the objective of producing
Dean graduates who are not only competent for work place demand but also possess the value
added professional knowledge and skills both at Diploma and Bachelor levels.

FAFB is committed to providing high quality education and instilling in students the best values of honesty and personal
integrity. Our programmes focus on development of intellectual and professional skills, character building and soft skills to
meet the needs of market. We engage actively with companies and industry experts for scholarly works, internship
programmes and job opportunities. We also forged strong linkages with professional bodies, statutory bodies,
government agencies and foreign universities in UK, Australia, Ireland and New Zealand.

As a student, I hope you will take charge of your own study and assumes intellectual honesty and integrity in all tasks you
perform either inside or outside the classroom. Always remember to behave yourself in a manner that supports and
promotes a conducive learning environment on campus. All students are strongly encouraged to follow TARUC Dress
Code as attached.

Our faculty members and lecturers are always ready to assist you in every way we can to make your learning experience
more fruitful and meaningful. We are committed to working together to help you thrive here at FAFB. I encourage you to
engage closely with your lecturers and peers by joining the activities organized for the students.

Log in the following links for detail information:

FAFB Main Page - Information about the Faculty and various departments.

Student Intranet - Information about Timetable, Tutorial Grouping, Student Handbook and Important Notices & Messages.

Social Media

TARUC FB TARC BUSINESS REVIEW

General Enquiry

Please visit our Faculty at Bangunan YS Chong, East Campus or contact us at general line 03-41450123 ext 3241 / email us
at fafb@mail.tarc.edu.my

I am confident you will excel with sheer dedication and commitment and wish you all the best in your future undertakings.

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 Our Programmes
Bachelor Degree Programmes
Bachelor of Accounting (Hons.)
Bachelor of Business Administration (Hons.)
Bachelor of Banking and Finance (Hons.)
Bachelor of Finance (Hons.)
Bachelor of Finance and Investment (Hons.)
Bachelor of Business (Hons.) in Human Resource Management
Bachelor of Business (Hons.) in International Business
Bachelor of Business (Hons.) in Logistics and Supply Chain Management
Bachelor of Business (Hons.) in Marketing
Bachelor of Retail Management (Hons.)
Bachelor of Commerce (Hons.)
Bachelor of Corporate Administration (Hons.)
Bachelor of Economics (Hons.)
Bachelor of Business (Hons.) in Entrepreneurship
Bachelor of Business (Hons.) Accounting and Finance (Penang Branch)
Bachelor of Business (Hons.) International Business Management
(Penang Branch)

Diploma Programmes
Diploma in Business Studies (Accounting)
Diploma in Business Studies (Banking & Finance)
Diploma in Business Studies (Business Administration)
Diploma in Business Studies (Business Economics)
Diploma in Business Studies (E-Commerce & Marketing)
Diploma in Business Studies (Finance & Investment)
Diploma in Business Studies (Human Resource Management)
Diploma in Business Studies (International Business)
Diploma in Business Studies (Logistics & Supply Chain Management)
Diploma in Business Studies (Marketing)
Diploma in Business Studies (Retail Management)
Diploma in Banking & Finance
Diploma in Entrepreneurship

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 FACULTY MANAGEMENT TEAM

Management Team Qualification Email Ext. Office

Ms. Wong Hwa Kiong

BEc (Hons), MEc wonghk@tarc.edu.my 3237 SA002B
Dean

Mr. Wee Chu Kok

BEc (Hons), MEc weeck@tarc.edu.my 3361 SA002C
Deputy Dean

Mr. Koh Kim Siang DipComm (TARC), FCCA,

kohks@tarc.edu.my 3406 SA002D
Deputy Dean MSc

Ms. Chan Chui Teng BA (Hons) in English

chanct@tarc.edu.my 3281 SA003F
Manager Language Studies

Ms. Soo Yoke Lin

BSc (Hons) sooyl@tarc.edu.my 3238 SA003F
Manager

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ACCOUNTING TEAM
Staff Email Ext. Office

Ms. Yeo Liu Choo

Associate Dean yeolc@tarc.edu.my 3362 L3-SA301O
Accountancy
Department

Mr. Chuah Chin

Leong
Associate Dean
chuahcl@tarc.edu.my 3412 L3-SA301N
Professional
Accountancy
Department

Puan Law Chiau Yee

Programme Leader
Diploma in Business lawcy@tarc.edu.my N/A L3-SA302F
Studies
(Accounting)

Ms. Sung Suet Phern

Assistant Registrar-
RPA
sungsp@tarc.edu.my 3238 SA003E

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Ms. Kanahavali A/P
K. Sinnathamby
kanahavalliks@tarc.edu.my 3303 SA003E
Assistant Registrar-
DAC & RAC

Ms. Rebecca Tai

May Lin
Senior taiml@tarc.edu.my 3318 SA003
Administrative
Assistant - RAC

Ms. Sumathy a/p P.

Anggiah
Office Assistant - sumathypa@tarc.edu.my 3241 SA003
RPA & RAC, Year 3 &
Year 4

Ms. Marazwanie
Binti Asror
marazwaniea@tarc.edu.my 3318 SA003
Clerk - DAC (Year 1),
RAC, Year 1 & Year 2

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Pn. Nora Binti Nawi
noran@tarc.edu.my 3241 SA003
Clerk – DAC (Year 2)

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Programme
Overview

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1.1 PROGRESSION ROUTE

SPM / O-Level /
Other equivalent
qualification

Diploma in Business Foundation / A-

Studies Level / STPM / UEC
(Accounting) / Other equivalent
[2 Years] qualification

Bachelor of Bachelor of Bachelor of Bachelor of

Accounting Commerce Accounting Commerce
(Honours) (Honours) (Honours) (Honours)
[3 Years] [2 Years] [4 Years] [3 Years]

1.2 SEMESTER DATES

Bachelor/Diploma Programmes

First Semester : 28 May 2018 – 2 September 2018

Semester Examination : 7 September 2018 – 21 September 2018

Semester Holidays : 22 September 2018 – 14 October 2018

Second Semester : 15 October 2018 - 20 January 2018

Semester Examination : 25 January 2019 – 12 February 2018

Semester Holidays : 13 February 2019 – 3 March 2018

Third Semester : 4 March 2019 – 21 April 2019

Semester Examination : 22 April 2019 – 4 May 2019

Semester Holidays : 5 May 2019 – 26 May 2019

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1.3 DIPLOMA IN BUSINESS STUDIES (ACCOUNTING)

This programme provides students with broad base knowledge in financial accounting & reporting,
management accounting, taxation, auditing, finance, economics, management, law and information
technology & systems. It provides a wide spectrum of knowledge and skills necessary for a career in
accountancy and finance at the semi-professional level as well as for graduates to further their
education and training to be qualified professional accountants.

1.3.1 Programme Educational Objectives

The objectives of the programme are to:

1. Produce graduates with the requisite knowledge and skills to take on a career in accountancy at
the sub-professional level.
2. Produce graduates who possess positive attitude and ethical values, critical thinking and
problem solving skills to enhance both employment and self-employment.
3. Produce graduates who are able to lead and communicate effectively when working with team
members.
4. Provide graduates with an educational experience that motivates them to pursue higher level
of study and lifelong learning.

1.3.2 Programme Learning Outcomes

On completion of the programme, the students should be able to:

1. Describe relevant accounting concepts and principles in a business organization.

2. Prepare financial statements tailored to the needs of different types of business organization.
3. Demonstrate good analytical and thinking skills in producing financial and non-financial
information relevant to the needs of different user groups for problem solving and decision
making.
4. Demonstrate effective communication skills when dealing with various stakeholders.
5. Demonstrate adequate and effective social and teamwork skills when working with team
members on group activities.
6. Demonstrate the ability to exercise judgment and professional ethics in dealing with operating
issues faced by business organization.
7. Demonstrate proficiency in managing information and essential skills to pursue higher level of
study and lifelong learning.
8. Demonstrate good managerial and entrepreneurial knowledge and skills that will prepare them
not only for employment but also for self-employment.
9. Develop leadership and interpersonal skills for managing business operations.

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1.3.3 Programme Structure

PROGRAMME STRUCTURE (MAY 2018/2019 Intake)

DIPLOMA IN BUSINESS STUDIES (ACCOUNTING)

Course Code Course Title Weighting Hours Per Week Credit

CW / Exam L T P
Semester 1 (14 weeks) (Session 201805)
ABFA1013 Introduction to Accounting 50/50 2 1.5 0 3
ABBE1013 Microeconomics 50/50 2 1.5 0 3
AAMS1773 Quantitative Studies 50/50 2 1.5 0 3
ABDM1073 Introduction to Organisation & Management 50/50 2 1.5 0 3
AHEL1083 English Language 60/40 0 0 3 3
MPU-2163 Pengajian Malaysia 2 100/0 0 0 1 3
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Semester 2 (14 weeks) (Session 201809)

ABFA1023 Fundamentals of Accounting 50/50 2 1.5 0 3
AMIT1703 IT Fundamentals & Applications 60/40 1 0 2 3
ABBE1023 Macroeconomics 50/50 2 1.5 0 3
AHEL2043 English for Communication 60/40 0 0 3 3
MPU-2312 Civic Consciousness and Volunteerism 100/0 1 1 0 2
MPU-2222 Public Speaking** / 100/0 1 1 0 2
MPU-2232 Drama** / 100/0 1 1 0
MPU-2242 Social and Work Etiquette ** 100/0 1 1 0
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Semester 3 (7 weeks) (Session 201903)

ABFT2013 Basic Taxation 50/50 2 1.5 0 3
ABMF2103 Principles of Finance 50/50 2 1.5 0 3
ABDM2083 Organisation & Human Resource 50/50 2 1.5 0 3
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Semester 4 (14 weeks) (Session 201905)

ABDT2043 Fundamentals of Marketing 50/50 2 1.5 0 3
ABFA3114 Principles of Auditing 50/50 3 1.5 0 4
ABMC2034 Management Accounting 50/50 3 2 0 4
ABFA2024 Financial Accounting 50/50 3 2 0 4
ABBL3033 Business Law 50/50 2 1.5 0 3
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Semester 5 (14 weeks) (Session 201909)

ABMF3174 Financial Management 50/50 3 1.5 0 4
ABMC3084 Information for Control & Decision Making 50/50 3 2 0 4
ABFA3134 Financial Accounting Framework 50/50 3 2 0 4
ABBL3144 Corporate Law & Governance 50/50 3 1.5 0 4
AHEL3013 English fo IELTS 100/0 0 0 3 3
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Semester 6 (7 weeks) (Session 202003)

ABMD2013 Business Software Packages 100/0 0 2 2 3
AACS3763 Managing Information Systems 50/50 2 1.5 0 3
ABDM3574 Entrepreneurship 100/0 1 2 0 4
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Co-curricular courses (can be taken any time during the programme) 2

Total Credits 92

* TAR UC reserves the right to make changes to the programme structure without prior notice.

** Choose 1 out f 3 .To be decided by the Dean/Branch Campus Head

*** MPU-2213 Bahasa Kebangsaan A: compulsory for students without a credit for BM at SPM level

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Programme
Matters

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2.1 LECTURE & TUTORIAL PLAN

Your respective course lecturers will provide you with a copy of the course plan for lectures and
tutorials in week 1 of each semester.

2.2 TIME TABLE

The programme time table will be available on the TARUC Intranet at Student Intranet
https://web.tarc.edu.my/portal/login.jsp latest by 21 May 2018. Students may download their time
table from the Student Intranet.

2.3 INTRA-FACULTY TRANSFER

Intra faculty transfer (i.e. transfer from one programme to another programme within FAFB) latest
by 8 June 2018 (Friday).

2.4 INTER-FACULTY TRANSFER

Inter faculty / Campus transfer (i.e. transfer to another faculty or campus) latest 8 June 2018 (Friday).

2.5 REINSTATEMENT OF STUDIES

A student’s name may be removed from the University College register for:

(a) Arrears of tuition fees; or

(b) Arrears of University College development fees and insurance (payable by repeat students
in commencement of every academic year)

The application form may be obtained from FAFB office. The student is required to attach an
explanation letter undersigned by him/her together with the completed application form.

Prior to submission of his/ her application to reinstate, the student is required to see the Programme
Leader of his/ her programme.

2.6 DEFERMENT OF STUDIES

A student may consider deferring his/her studies due to a medical reason or a financial reason or etc.
The application form may be obtained from FAFB office. The student is required to attach an
explanation letter undersigned by him/her and supporting documents (e.g., medical reports, etc.)
together with the completed application form.

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Prior to submission of his/ her application to defer, the student is required to see the Programme
Leader of his/ her programme.

2.7 WITHDRAWAL OF STUDIES

Any students who are not interested to continue their studies are advised to withdraw officially. The
withdrawal form may be obtained from the Division of Admissions & Credit Evaluation at Bangunan
TTSS.

2.8 NOTICE BOARD

All notice (Timetable, Tutorial Grouping, Student Handbook and Important notices and messages)
will be posted on the TARUC Intranet at Student Intranet -: https://web.tarc.edu.my/portal/login.jsp

2.8.1 STUDENT INTRANET

Students must regularly check the Student Intranet to make sure that they do not miss any
important announcements and information. The onus is on the students to check the Intranet
frequently for important announcements and information.

2.8.2 UC’s EMAIL

Important announcements on the course materials including course plan, tutorial questions, lecture
notes and many others information about the course will be channelled to students through University
College email.

For University College email, a letter will be given to all students respectively regarding the log in ID
and password. Students are advised to retain this letter for their own reference.

Every student is expected to log in to University College email frequently to check important
announcements and information. All official notices from the University College may be sent out via
email. Please ensure that your TAR UC mail box is activated at all time. Once again, the onus is on
the students to check Student Intranet and University College email frequently for important
announcements and information.

2.9 STUDENT DIALOGUE

The Programme Leader will meet student representatives on programme matters at least twice in a
14-week semester and once in a 7-week semester.

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2.10 FEEDBACK & SUGGESTIONS

A student may give their feedback and suggestions using suggestion form which is available in the
Faculty Office. The completed form is to be placed into the suggestion box in the Faculty Office.
Students are encouraged to highlight issues or suggestions regarding their programme/courses of
studies. Issues/problems can usually be resolved through discussion with personals as listed below:

 Programme/class representative
 Student Representative Council
 Lecturer
 Programme Leader
 Associate Dean
 Dean/Deputy Dean

2.11 TUTORIALS

2.11.1 Tutorial Groups

All new students are assigned a tutorial group based on the payment of tuition fees.

Once the arrangement of the tutorial grouping has been settled, any exchange of tutorial groups will
not be permitted except in very exceptional circumstances for which prior approval in writing must
first be obtained from the Associate Dean/Programme Leader latest by 9 June 2018 (Friday).

2.11.2 Attendance

Attendance for tutorial classes is compulsory.

Leave of absence will be granted because of illnesses and on compassionate grounds. For other
reasons, students are required to attach an explanation letter undersigned by him/her. Students are
required to apply for leave in advance (except for illnesses or compassionate leave) by using the
“Application Form for Leave of Absence”. These application forms are available in the FAFB office.

Leave granted will not exceed 14 (fourteen) days in one academic year.

2.11.3 Unsatisfactory Attendance (USA)

Tutors of respective tutorial groups will monitor the attendance of the students and warning letters
will be issued to the students if their attendance is not satisfactory. Students are reminded that
unsatisfactory attendance (20% absenteeism) in tutorial classes can result in him/her being barred
from the examinations.

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2.11.4 Barred from the Examination

Students who are barred from the examination will be required to repeat the barred course.
Repeating a course includes re-attending lectures and tutorials, re-performing coursework and re-
sitting examination.

A repeat student with unsatisfactory attendance in tutorial classes can result in him/her being
barred from the examinations.

2.12 ASSESSMENTS AND EXAMINATION

2.12.1 General Requirements

The progress of a student for all courses will be assessed continuously by coursework and a final
examination held at the end of each semester. Your subject lecturer will inform you about the
assessment mode.

2.12.2 Coursework

Coursework comprises a combination of assignments, essays, oral presentations, objective tests,

quizzes, etc. Your subject lecturer will provide you with the details.

2.12.3 Coursework Threshold

A student who fails to meet the coursework threshold of 50% will be asked to repeat the course.

2.13 EXAMINATION ELIGIBILITY

1. No candidate shall be admitted to an examination unless

(a) the candidate has paid all fees due; and
(b) has attended the relevant programme of study to the satisfaction of the Dean of Faculty
concerned. The candidate shall fulfill a minimum requirement of 80% attendance for each
of the courses.

Failing to fulfill (a) and/or (b) above, the candidate shall be barred from sitting the examination.

2. Candidates who do not meet the attendance requirements due to extenuating circumstances
may appeal in writing to the Dean of Faculty/Head of Centre/Head of Branch no later than
seven (7) calendar days from the date of the official notice of barring.

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3. Candidates who have been barred from sitting the final examination of the semester for any
course(s) shall be deemed to have failed the course(s) and shall be required to repeat the
course(s) concerned.

2.14 APPEAL FOR REVIEW OF EXAMINATION RESULTS

(a) Candidates who are not satisfied with the examination results shall appeal for review of
examination results in the prescribed appeal form [Application for Review of Examination / Co-
curricular Results] and submit it to the Department / Division (Branches) of Examinations and
Credit Accumulation not later than one (1) week after the official release of results. A non-
refundable processing fee per course will be chargeable.
(b) Candidates will be notified officially of the outcome of the appeal by the Department / Division
(Branches) of Examinations and Credit Accumulation.
(c) The decision by the Senate shall be final.

2.15 REPEAT/RESIT APPLICATION

Students registering for repeat course(s) OR resit course(s) must register on line.

The deadline for registration of repeat/resit course(s) will be announced to students through the
University College website.

2.16 ELECTIVE REGISTRATION

The online elective registration will be opened on the 1st to 3rd day of the new semester.

2.17 EXTENUATING CIRCUMSTANCES

Extenuating circumstances which may affect a candidate’s examination performance:

(a) Candidates with extenuating circumstances, which may affect his/her examination
performance or attendance at the examination, shall submit an appeal in writing within 48
hours from the occurrence of the extenuating circumstances to the Department of
Examinations and Credit Accumulation. The appeal is subject to the University College’s
Extenuating Mitigating Circumstances Procedures.
(b) The Extenuating Mitigating Circumstances Committee may, subject to Rule C7, and upon
acceptance of such extenuating circumstances, exempt the candidate from Rule C8(b) and
permit a replacement examination of the affected course(s).
(c) In the event, where no written application for appeal is received, a candidate who did not
attend the final examination shall be deemed to have failed the examination component
of the course(s) concerned.

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2.18 AWARD OF DIPLOMA

1. Candidates shall fulfill all the requirements specified for the award of the Diploma:

(a) successfully completed and passed (unless exempted) all compulsory courses including
core, cognate and co-curricular courses; AND
(b) achieved a minimum CGPA of 2.0000; AND
(c) fulfilled all the requirements of the University College Regulations; AND
(d) paid all the fees due to the University College

Notwithstanding the above, the award of the Diploma shall be decided by the Senate in accordance
to the constitution of the University College.

2. Classification of Award.

CGPA
Diploma with Distinction 3.7500 – 4.0000
Diploma with Merit 2.7500 – 3.7499
Diploma 2.0000 – 2.7499

2.19 AWARD OF BACHELOR DEGREE

1. Candidates shall fulfill all the requirements specified for the award of the Bachelor’s degree as
stated below:
(a) successfully completed and passed (unless exempted) all compulsory courses including
core, cognate and co-curricular courses; AND
(b) achieved a minimum CGPA of 2.0000; AND
(c) fulfilled the English Language Exit Requirements:
i. For Malaysian Candidates
MUET : Minimum Band 3
ii. For International Students, at least one of the following:
MUET : Minimum Band 3
IELTS : Minimum Band 5.0
TOEFL (Paper-based) : Minimum score of 500
TOEFL (Internet-based) : Minimum score of 59
TOEFL (Computer-based) : Minimum score of 173
CIEP (ELS) : Minimum Level 106; AND
(d) fulfilled the minimum graduating credits for the respective academic programmes; AND
(e) fulfilled all the requirements of the University College Regulations; AND
(f) paid all the fees due to the University College.

Notwithstanding the above, the award of the Bachelor’s degree shall be decided by the Senate
in accordance to the constitution of the University College.

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2. Classification of Award.
CGPA
Honours Degree with Distinction 3.7500 – 4.0000
Honours Degree with Merit 2.7500 – 3.7499
Honours Degree 2.0000 – 2.7499

2.20 PLAGIARISM

The Faculty views cases of plagiarism or collusion by students very seriously. Any student who
intentionally plagiarise or collude in any part of their assignments/projects or written work,
threatens the values of academic work and undermines the credibility and integrity of the University
College’s awards. Plagiarism or collusion discovered at any stage of the student’s course of study will
be dealt with appropriately by the Faculty. Such offenders shall appear before a panel of enquiry at
the Faculty and appropriate punishment will be meted out. Punishment may include failing the
student for the assignment or project, re-submission of another piece of work or downgrading of the
work to the maximum of a pass grade even if actual grade achieved was higher.

(a) What constitutes “Plagiarism” and “Collusion”?

Plagiarism according to the Oxford Advanced Learner’s Dictionary of Current English means
“take and use somebody else’s ideas, words, etc. as if they were one’s own”.

Plagiarism can take the form of reproduction without acknowledgement from published or
unpublished works of others including materials downloaded from computer files and the
Internet.

Students’ work submitted for assessment is accepted on the understanding that it is the
students’ own effort without falsification of any kind. Acknowledgement to the source must be
made if students had relied on any sources for information with appropriate reference being
made in their work.

Collusion can be deemed to be a form of plagiarism involving the unauthorized co-operation

between two or more people with deceptive intention.

Collusion can take the form of two or more students producing a piece of work together but
with one intentionally passing it off as his work with the knowledge of the others.

Student may have submitted the work of another as his own with consent from that other
student. In such cases, both parties are guilty of collusion.

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(b) Obligations of students

Students are required to sign a declaration that the work submitted such as course work
assignment, essays and projects, etc. is their own work and that they have not in any way
knowingly allow another student to copy it. It will be assumed that all submitted work is that of
the students’ own work.

Students are expected to familiarize themselves with or make use of method(s) of citing other
people’s work in accordance with acceptable referencing.

2.21 CHEATING IN THE EXAMINATION

Disciplinary action will be taken against any student who is found cheating or being dishonest or
disobeying any instruction given by the Invigilator during the Examination.

Disciplinary action may include immediate suspension from the whole Examination or remainder of
that Examination. In addition, the student may be expelled by the University College.

2.22 TEACHING TEAM

Lecturers for the respective subjects for each semester, please refer to the time table uploaded on
Student Intranet.

Students are encouraged to seek guidance or help from their lecturers whenever they have
difficulties in their studies. Each of the lecturers (except part-time lecturers) has set aside 6 hours
per week for consultation. Please refer to FAFB notice board for lecturers’ consultation hours. You
are advised to make appointment with the respective lecturer/tutor prior to meeting them for
academic consultation.

2.23 OFFICE MATTERS

For all office matters pertaining to your programme, such as obtaining examination dockets,
submission of application form for leave of absence, etc., please refer to respective clerks in FAFB
office.

English language is the only medium of communication in the campus and for all office matters.

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 Tuition Fee,
Financial Aid &
Other Student Services

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3.1 PAYMENT OF TUITION FEES

Students will print their students’ bill on tuition fees through the Student Intranet. Payments can be
made at the following places:

(a) All branches of Public Bank Berhad; or

(b) Public Bank internet banking (www.pbebank.com); or
(c) TAR UC Bursary Office (payment via Public Bank debit card, Public Bank credit card, bank
draft, money order, or postal order only).

Payments of tuition fees must be made before or on the due date stated on the students’ bill.
Students who are in arrears of tuition fees after the due date shall be withdrawn without further
notification.

Such students will have to apply to the Dean of Faculty for reinstatement of study. Upon approval,
reinstatement fee of RM100 and late fee of RM10 per week or part thereof with effect from the
due date stated in the bill will be charged in addition to the programme fees.

3.2 STUDENT FINANCIAL AID – SCHOLARSHIP, PTPTN & STUDENT LOAN FUNDS

Financial Aid is intended to help you finance your studies in TARUC when family and personal
resources are not enough to meet your total education costs. Financial aid consists of scholarships
and grants (aid that does not require repayment) and study loans (aid which must be repaid).

The UC provides a variety of scholarships, grants and study loans, some of which are administered by
the Student Financial Aid Unit and others by external organizations. Some types of financial aid
offered to students are merit-based, while others will take into consideration certain main criteria
such as the applicant’s academic performance, family financial background and/or their participation
in extra-curricular activities.

From time to time, the Department of Students’ Affairs (DSA) will place up notices about financial
assistance on DSA notice board. You are also advised to check the DSA’s web page on the available
financial aid at http://web3.tarc.edu.my/v1/dsa/tarcsad.asp?finance# . The onus is on the students
to check the notice board frequently for important announcements and information.

3.3 LIBRARY INDUCTION PROGRAMME

All students of new intake 2018/2019 are required to attend one of the Library Induction
Programme sessions starting from 21 May 2018 – 13 June 2018. The purpose of this programme is
to introduce new students to our library services, resources and facilities.

Your attendance is COMPULSORY. Please approach the staff at Library Information Counter, Level G
to register and book the session that you wish to attend.

Please log on to library’s webpage at http://www.tarc.edu.my/library/main.htm for further details.

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3.4 CLUBS AND SOCIETIES

There are many clubs and societies in the college that may suit your personalities and interests. It is
advisable for you to join the society that is related to your programme of which you will be required
to pay an annual subscription. You are strongly encouraged to join clubs and societies for your
personal development. Please log into the DSA’s website for a complete list of clubs and societies:-
http://web3.tarc.edu.my/v1/dsa/tarcsad.asp?studentac

3.5 OTHERS STUDENTS SERVICES

Please log on to http://web3.tarc.edu.my/v1/dsa/index.asp for other students services provided by

Department of Student Affairs.

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Responsibilities
of Students

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4.1 STUDENTS ATTIRE / DRESS CODE

Students shall dress appropriately. Formal attire is highly recommended.

What you can wear What you mustn’t wear

Female Female
 Long Pants / Jeans or skirt (at least  Shorts, bermuda shorts, short skirt /
knee length) dress
 Blouse / Shirt / Collared T-shirt with  Sleeveless / spaghetti straps / tube /
sleeves bare back / low neck line / exposed
 Dress (with sleeves and at least knee midriff / see-through blouse or dress
length )  Clothes with holes or torn
 Shoes / Sandals  Hat / Cap
 Slippers

Male Male
 Long Pants / Jeans  Shorts, bermuda shorts
 Shirt / Collared T-shirt with sleeves  Sleeveless t-shirt, singlet
 Shoes  Clothes with holes or torn
 Hat / Cap
 Slippers / Sandals

Source: http://web3.tarc.edu.my/v1/dsa/images/Student%20Dress%20Code.pdf

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4.2 CODE OF CONDUCT

You are advised to read the full document on the Student Code of Conduct available at
http://web3.tarc.edu.my/v1/dsa/images/Student%20Code%20of%20Conduct.pdf

4.3 RULES OF CONDUCT IN THE COMPUTER LABORATORIES

You are reminded that the computing facilities at the computer laboratory are to be used for
learning purpose only. You are not allowed to alter the default hardware or software setup of the
computer or printer in the computer laboratory, and to not transmit any abusive, fraudulent,
threatening, or repetitive message to other users. You are also not allowed to bring in any
unauthorized or unlicensed software into the computer laboratory.

Preventive Measures to Avoid Computer Viruses in Labs: All the desktop computers in the computer
laboratory are equipped with hard disc protection cards to ensure that a PC is virus free; students
should re-start the computer before using them. Please scan your USB drive before using it.

4.4 EVALUATION SURVEY

Towards the end of each semester, all students are required to complete the evaluation survey for
all courses, lecturers and tutors. The survey may be carried out electronically via e-learning system
or manually during lectures.

4.5 ONLINE TRACER STUDY

The Ministry of Higher Education (MOHE) conducts Tracer Study on graduates of public and private
institutions of higher learning as well as polytechnics every year. It is COMPULSORY for all graduates
to fill up the Tracer Study form ONLINE. Upon graduation and before the convocation, the UC
Department of Corporate Communication & Marketing (CCM) will issue the Tracer Study Notification
Letter to all graduates to complete the Tracey Study online.

We seek your cooperation to complete the Tracey Study as MOHE will use this study as a yardstick to
measure the graduate employability of the institution.Poor employability rate will affect public
perception of TAR University College and its graduates.More importantly, it will affect the ranking
(SETARA) of TAR University College. A low SETARA will have a negative impact on employers’
perception of our graduates. Eventually it will not augur well for the University College and the
graduates.

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4.6 ENTRY QUALIFICATION FOR BACHELOR’S DEGREE PROGRAMMES

Diploma graduates who wish to apply for enrolment into the Bachelor of Accounting (Honours)
programme or Bachelor of Commerce (Honours) programme must possess a minimum CGPA2.5000
and the following:

Malaysian University English Test (MUET): Band 2; OR

International English Language Testing System (IELTS): Band 5.5; OR
Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL): 550.

Students who wish to register for MUET via Majlis Peperiksaan Malaysia (MPM) portal as a private
candidate may log in to www.mpm.edu.my for detailed information and the MPM’s schedule of
registration. Students who wish to register to sit for MUET at TAR UC are advised to refer to the UC
website or Faculty notice board on the commencement and closing of the registration period.

Students who have sat for MUET as private candidate are to notify the UC of their results via
‘Submission of Malaysian University English Test (MUET) Result’ form which is available at TAR UC
Intranet. Students are to complete and print out a copy of the form and attach their MUET result
slip/certificate and submit it to FAFB office for verification.

However, Diploma graduates who wish to pursue Bachelor of Business (Honours) Accounting and
Finance in the Penang Campus are not required to meet the above minimum entry requirements.

All TAR UC Bachelor Degree Programme students MUST achieve a MUET score of at least Band 3 to
be eligible for consideration for graduation.

4.7 PERSONAL DATA PROTECTION ACT (PDPA) STATEMENT

Pursuant and subject to the Malaysian Personal Data Protection Act, 2010 (PDPA, 2010), this privacy
policy provides for the Tunku Abdul Rahman University College’s (TAR UC) uses and secure any
personally identifiable information that you (the User) may have given to the TAR UC during your
visit of our website herein.

The TAR UC is committed to ensure the personal data security of all Users as required under the laws
in Malaysia generally and the PDPA, 2010 specifically.

The Internet, being an open environment, necessitates that the TAR UC shall not be able to
guarantee and warrant that all data collected shall not be accessed, copied, disclosed, altered or
otherwise tampered with.

This Privacy Policy outlines the TAR UC commitment to the safeguard and treatment of the users’
personal data pursuant to the PDPA, 2010.

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Dual Awards

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The Dual Award is offered to students enrolled on specific named TAR UC Bachelor Programmes.

5.1 DUAL AWARD WITH COVENTRY UNIVERSITY, UNITED KINGDOM

(a) Students who opted for Dual Award will receive two separate awards, one from TAR UC and
the other from Coventry University upon graduation.

(b) Students enrolled for any of the below TAR UC programmes will have two (2) options i.e. Dual
Award only and the option to Study-Abroad for one (1) semester at Coventry University campus
in Coventry, United Kingdom during the final year of their bachelor degree.

No. TAR UC Bachelor Programme Coventry University Award

1. Bachelor of Finance and Investment (Hons.) BSc (Hons) Finance
2. Bachelor of Banking and Finance (Hons.) BSc (Hons) Finance
3. Bachelor of Economics (Hons) BA (Hons) International Economics and Trade
or BA (Hons) Financial Economics
4. Bachelor of Business Administration (Hons) BA (Hons) Business Administration
5. Bachelor of Business (Hons) in Logistics and BA (Hons) International Business
Supply Chain Management Management
6. Bachelor of Business (Hons) in BA( Hons) Business Administration
Entrepreneurship
7. Bachelor of Business (Hons) in International BA (Hons) International Business
Business Management
8. Bachelor of Business (Hons) in Human BA (Hons) Business and Human Resource
Resource Management Management
9. Bachelor of Finance (Hons) Bsc (Hons) Finance
10. Bachelor of Business (Hons.) International BA (Hons) International Business
Business Management Management

5.2 DUAL AWARD WITH SHEFFIELD HALLAM UNIVERSITY, UNITED KINGDOM

(a) Students who opted for Dual Award will receive two separate awards, one from TAR UC and
the other from Sheffield Hallam University upon graduation.

(b) Students enrolled for any of the above TAR UC programmes will have to go through one (1)
Study Abroad Semester at Sheffield Hallam University campus in Sheffield, United Kingdom
during the final year of their bachelor degree.

No. TAR UC Bachelor Programme Sheffield Hallam University Award

1. Bachelor of Commerce (Hons) BSc (Hons) Professional Accounting
2. Bachelor of Accounting (Hons) BSc (Hons) Accounting and Financial
Management
3. Bachelor of Corporate Administration (Hons) BSc (Hons) Corporate Administration
and Management
4. Bachelor of Business (Hons) in Marketing BSc (Hons) Marketing Management
5. Bachelor of Retail Management (Hons) BSc (Hons) Retail Management

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Miscellaneous

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MISCELLANEOUS

Students must note that upon registering as students of TAR UC through payment of fees, they are
to abide and comply with all the student code of conduct, rules and regulations of the TAR UC. These
include pay all fees, attend all classes and examinations and observe all rules. It is the responsibility
of students to familiarise themselves with this code of conduct, rules and regulations. Any breach of
the same may lead to disciplinary action.

Though all efforts have been made to summarise the information contained herein from various
Department or Division of TAR UC as accurate as possible, the Faculty disclaims all responsibilities
and liabilities for any mispresentation of information, facts, etc. in this Student Handbook. Students
shall refer to the notice board placed outside the office of the Faculty or TAR UC website
(www.tarc.edu.my) from time to time for up-to-date information, rules and notices.

Notwithstanding the above, the TAR UC reserves the right to amend, alter or otherwise change any
of the information, facts, regulations and rules contained herein and without prior notice.

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