Bachelor of Business and Commerce and Bachelor of Digital Media and Communication (Monash Malaysia)

KPT/JPT (R3/340/6/0099) 10/28 - MQA/SWA0109

Expand your employability.

This double degree offers the opportunity to develop expertise in different but complementary areas with just one extra year of study. You'll graduate with two qualifications that will give you broad business knowledge, specialised communications skills and the ability to work across a number of industries.

It's a great combination if you're wanting comprehensive knowledge in both fields, as well as an edge in the competitive and interconnected world of business and media.

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At a glance

Course structure

Why Monash?

Career paths

Entry requirements

Duration

4 years

Intakes

February, July and October

Fees

In 2027, the annual tuition fees for this course are:

• RM45,600 for Malaysian students
• RM54,240 for international students.

General fees:

• Application (once only) - RM100
• Registration (once only) - RM200
• General amenities (per semester) - RM100
• International student pass application - Click here.

Credit transfer

Applications for credit can include credit transfer for previous study or recognition of prior learning.

Business and Commerce

Part A. Business and commerce specified study

This will provide you with a broad foundation for your study of business and commerce and expose you to several business disciplines. It will contribute breadth to your knowledge of business and commerce and develop your understanding of multi-disciplinary decision-making in organisations. It will also give you the opportunity to learn more about each discipline before finalising your choice of major.

Part B. Business listed major

This will provide you with a focused program of study that will develop your expertise in one discipline area. You will develop, apply and communicate an advanced level of understanding of the concepts and theoretical frameworks that constitute the knowledge base of your major area of study.

There are nine majors to choose from:

• Accountancy
• Economics and strategy for business
• Banking and financial management
• Business analytics
• Business and commerce studies
• Econometrics and business statistics
• International business management
• Management
• Strategic marketing
• Digital marketing (available as a major in 2024)
• Financial technology (Fintech) (available as a major in 2024).

Digital Media and Communication

The course develops through three themes:

• A core digital media studies component provides you with a firm grasp of digital communication practice and research. You’ll learn about the workings of social media platforms, how to construct and analyse digital objects such as memes, and how to design and execute a digital media research project.
• A component that provides a broader grounding in communication and media studies will teach you the key concepts and developments in media studies. This ensures that you’ll graduate with knowledge of how pre-digital and digital media systems are distinct from one another.
• A professional practice component allows you to apply your knowledge of media systems to real-world situations calling for teamwork, policy design and advanced oral communication skills. You’ll also gain valuable work experience by applying for an internship through our extensive network of industry partners.

More information The Monash University Handbook has detailed information about the course structure and requirements.

Top 100 in the world Your degree will be recognised wherever you want to work or study in the world. Monash University is ranked (QS World University Rankings by Subject 2026):

• No. 36 in the world for Economics and Econometrics
• No. 38 in the world for Accounting and Finance
• No. 40 in the world for Communications and Media Studies
• No. 49 in the world for Marketing
• No. 55 in the world for Arts and Humanities
• No. 57 in the world for Business and Management Studies.

Professionally accredited The School of Business is accredited by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business and is a signatory of the UN's Principles for Responsible Management Education initiative. The Bachelor of Business and Commerce is recognised by:

• CPA Australia
• The Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA)
• Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand (CAANZ)
• The Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA)
• The Malaysian Institute of Certified Public Accountants (MICPA)
• The Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales (ICAEW).

Gain transferable skills This double degree will give you versatile and transferable skills that are relevant to a number of industries. The combination will also give you the skills that employers are looking for, such as communication, teamwork, research, critical thinking and cultural sensitivity - and you'll be able to draw on cross disciplinary perspectives to thrive in a broad range of settings.

There are few fields of study that open up as many career opportunities as business, commerce and communication. Our graduates work all over the world for governments and major corporations and in such fields as banking, media, finance, politics, management, accounting and insurance.

The range of career options depends on the subjects chosen, but, given we offer open electives and a business and commerce specialisation, graduates can explore many roles, such as:

• financial analysis
• human resources
• public relations
• marketing
• accountancy
• international trade
• administration
• advertising
• journalism
• publishing
• editing
• writing
• public relations
• corporate communications
• marketing
• advertising
• multimedia
• tourism.

To enter Monash University, students must satisfy particular academic, English language and age requirements.

Entry score

The Bachelor of Business and Commerce and Bachelor of Digital Media and Communication requires the following entry scores:

*The undergraduate entry requirements published are for students who commence the MUFY program in 2024.

**The Malaysian Qualification Agency (MQA) accepts a minimum D Grade in A Level to be equivalent to the STPM Pass grade. For more information, please click here.

***The Monash College Diploma Part 2 entry requirements published are for students commencing their undergraduate destination degree in 2025.

Prerequisites

Mathematics (Australian Year 11 equivalent) is a prerequisite for the Bachelor of Business and Commerce and Bachelor of Digital Media and Communication.

Courses with maths and science prerequisite subjects

If the course you are applying for requires maths and/or science as prerequisite subjects, you can meet the requirements in the following ways:

• Australian Year 12 or International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma Programme: You must meet the maths and/or science prerequisite subject required for your chosen course as specified above.
• Other qualifications recognised by Monash: If you have completed maths and/or science subjects in the relevant discipline at the required grade level, it is assumed that you have knowledge equivalent to the Australian Year 12 (VCE equivalent) prerequisite subject required for your chosen course. It is strongly recommended that you check that you have covered the assumed knowledge required for your course by completing the Assumed Knowledge Skills Analysis. This online activity includes multiple-choice questions based on your prior studies and helps you identify areas for revision, so you can start your course feeling confident and prepared. Once you accept your Monash offer and set up your student account you can complete the Assumed Knowledge Skills Analysis before starting your course.

These guidelines do not apply to the Bachelor of Medical Science or Doctor of Medicine.

"In today’s workforce, a fresh graduate with a range of knowledge and skills is a huge asset to any hiring employer. Alongside my interest to study and hone my skills in journalism and communications, I also understood the importance of equipping myself with business know-how. Monash was the only university to provide the double degree suited to my needs.”

Koh Jiaway Bachelor of Business and Bachelor of Communications Associate Director at Business Angel Network of Southeast Asia (BANSEA)

Related courses

• Bachelor of Business and Commerce
• Bachelor of Business and Commerce and Bachelor of Computer Science
• Bachelor in Actuarial Analytics
• Bachelor of Digital Business
• Bachelor of Business and Commerce (Honours)

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