Foundation in Business pathway at BAC

BAC Foundation in Business

Your Gateway to Global Business Degrees

Your Gateway to Global Business Degrees.

A business-focused foundation pathway that prepares students for undergraduate studies in business, management, finance, economics and more.

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Programme Key Facts

  • 1 Year

    Duration

  • Brickfields Asia College

    Awarded By

  • Pre-U

    Pathway

  • Full Time

    Study Mode

  • February, April & August

    Intakes

  • Coursework & Exams

    Assessments

  • R2/0414/3/0058(FA4074)04/29

    Accreditation

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Future Careers

Build your future in business management and administration.

The programme develops academic skills, business fundamentals, communication and problem-solving ability for future business-related degrees and careers.

Possible Career Directions

  • Business Development Executive

  • Marketing Executive

  • Financial Analyst

  • Human Resource Executive

  • Entrepreneur

  • Operations Associate

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Why This Programme Matters

The Reality

  • Students need a pre-university pathway that connects academic preparation with practical business awareness.
  • BAC helps students transition from SPM, O-Level or equivalent into business-related degrees.
  • Students gain exposure to fundamental business subjects before choosing a degree pathway.
  • Minimum CGPA of 2.0 supports direct entry into selected Year 1 business degree pathways.

The Education

Students study business and academic foundation modules across three semesters.

  • Digital technology, new age learning and critical thinking.
  • Accounting, marketing, human resource management and business mathematics.
  • Entrepreneurship, finance, law and economics.

The Business Foundation Advantage

A practical Malaysian start into local and international business education pathways.

Students building business foundations through the BAC pathway

Course Modules

A focused foundation pathway into business degrees.

  • Introduction to Digital Technology
  • New Age Learning
  • Critical Thinking Skills
  • English Language
  • Introduction to Accounting
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The Foundation Pathway Experience

Built around business foundations, academic confidence and progression into degree-level study.

How Students Learn

  • Start with Business Foundations

    Accounting, marketing, HRM, finance, economics, entrepreneurship and law.

  • Build Academic Confidence

    Build academic confidence through English, critical thinking and academic writing.

  • Apply Learning

    Apply learning through case studies, projects and business simulations.

  • Explore Future Specialisations

    Explore future business specialisations before choosing a degree.

  • Speak to an Advisor

    Speak to an advisor for entry and pathway guidance.

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Industry Partners

Connect with the legal profession from day one.

Your legal education at BAC goes beyond the classroom. Through our strong connections with leading law firms, professional bodies and the Inns of Court Malaysia, you gain valuable exposure to the people, institutions and networks shaping the legal profession.

These partnerships help you better understand legal practice, explore different career pathways, and develop the professional confidence to take your next step.

Industry Partners

  • Thomas Philip Advocates & Solicitors
  • Lavania & Balan Chambers
  • Messrs. Jamie Wong
  • Alvin John & Partners
  • Shearn Delamore & Co.
  • Richard Wee Chambers
  • Daljit Singh Partnership
  • Chooi & Company
  • Cheang & Ariff
  • Messrs. Farez Jinnah
  • Lee Hishammuddin Allen & Gledhill
  • Zul Rafique & Partners
  • Izral Partnership
  • Messrs. Kuek, Ong & Associates
  • Mah-Kamariyah & Philip Koh
  • Haeme Lew Advocates & Solicitors
  • Halim Hong & Quek
  • Vilasiny Gan & Co
  • Tan Norizan & Associates
  • Belden Advocates & Solicitors
  • C.Y. Ng & Barry
  • Low & Partners
  • Malek, Gan & Partners
  • Zaid Ibrahim & Co.
  • Rosli Dahlan Saravana Partnership
  • Raj, Ong & Yudistra
  • Raja, Darryl & Loh
  • MahWengKwai & Associates
  • Rahmat Lim & Partners
  • WongPartnership LLP
  • Baskaran Law
  • Shook Lin & Bok
  • Lee & Poh Partnership
  • Jeeva Partnership
  • Arief & Iskandar
  • K.H. Ong & Ng
  • Azmi & Associates
  • Skrine
  • Adnan Sundra & Low
  • LAW Partnership
  • Gan Partnership
  • Christopher & Lee Ong
  • Wong & Partners
  • Albar & Partners
  • Othman Hashim & Co
  • Kadir Andri & Partners
  • Jeff Leong, Poon & Wong
  • Wong Boon & Toh
  • Teng, Sheng & Fatima
  • Abdullah Chan & Co
  • Teh & Partners
  • Nazmi Zaini Chambers
  • Inns of Court Malaysia
  • Great Eastern Sdn Bhd
  • SLB
  • UN Global Compact Network Malaysia, Brunei & Cambodia
  • Asian Institute of Alternative Dispute Resolution
  • The Malaysian Institute of Chartered Secretaries and Administrators (MAICSA)
  • The Malaysian Institute of Arbitrators (MIArb)
  • TrialSim
  • LexisNexis
  • WestLaw
  • Coursera for Campus
  • CLJ Law

Earn Microcredentials from the World's Best Universities & Global Tech Giants

  • IBM Applied AI Professional Certificate
  • Google IT Automation with Python Professional Certificate
  • AWS Cloud Practitioner Essentials
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Career Outcomes

A foundation that opens doors to business-related degrees and future career pathways.

Progression Pathways

Business degrees locally or internationally, including accounting, finance, business administration, digital transformation, MIS, FinTech and UK transfer options.

Roles in Focus

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Student Experience

Choose a business foundation pathway that combines academic preparation, practical exposure and progression support.

  • Business-Focused Foundation

    Explore key areas before choosing a degree.

  • Practical Learning

    Case studies, group projects and simulations.

  • Microcredentials

    Certifications from global universities and industry leaders.

  • Partner Network

    Access to education and industry partners.

  • Fast & Smart Pathway

    SPM/O-Level to Pre-University, Undergraduate, Postgraduate and Professional routes.

  • Vibrant Student Life

    A supportive student environment at BAC.

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Entry Requirements

Applicants must meet the following:

  • 5 Cs in SPM or IGCSE or equivalent; or
  • 3 Bs in UEC, including a Pass in English.

Note: Trial / forecast results accepted.

Examination Structure: Final Exams and Coursework; 4 modules are 100% coursework while 9 modules use a mix of coursework and final examinations.

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Fees & Financing

Programme Fees: Students should contact BAC directly for latest fee confirmation and payment guidance.

Financial Support: Scholarships, EPF withdrawals, EZ payment plans and 0% instalment plans are available. In-house scholarships may be available for students with outstanding results, including at least 3 As in SPM or IGCSE.