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Your 1-YEARMaster of Business Administration

Accelerate your career with an MBA built for high-potential professionals, through a focused pathway of just 8 core courses and 1 project. Turn learning into immediate impact with practical, industry-relevant business and leadership capabilities you can put to work from day one.

Why Study with Us

Build the strategic insight, leadership capabilities, and practical business knowledge to move your career forward. This programme connects core areas such as management, marketing, finance, and entrepreneurship with real-world application, empowering you to make effective business decisions, drive innovation, and contribute positively to organisational growth and societal development.

Our Advantage

Strategic Accelerator MBA

Our programme enables students to graduate in just 12 months without putting their careers on hold. Its accelerated yet flexible format allows students to strengthen their leadership skills and apply newly acquired knowledge directly in the workplace, making learning more practical and impactful.

 

Industry Collaborations: Mentorship and Exposure

With strong industry collaboration embedded in the programme, students gain valuable real-world learning experiences through partnerships with businesses and organisations. Guest lectures, live projects, internships, and industry case studies provide exposure to current practices and challenges, helping students connect classroom learning with the realities of today’s business environment.

Stay Ahead: Innovative Curriculum Design

Featuring an innovative curriculum aligned with current and emerging business trends, this MBA integrates digital transformation, strategic management, sustainability, entrepreneurship, and data-driven decision-making. Through case studies, projects, and industry-based learning, students connect theory with practice and develop the agility and strategic thinking to lead in a changing business environment.

Master of Business Administration Course Overview

Business Administration Essentials Quick Facts

All the facts and figures about your study programme at a glance

Study Model

Campus and Online

Full Time – 1 Year
Part Time – 1 Year 8 months

Master of Business Administration

40 Credits

Language

English

Accreditation & Recognition

Accreditation

Malaysian Qualifications Agency (MQA)

Fees & Scholarships*

Tuition Fees

MBA (ODL): RM25,000
MBA (Conventional): RM35,000

Scholarships Available

 

*Terms & Conditions Apply

Study Duration

Study Start

Jan, May and September

Duration

Full Time – 1 Year
Part Time – 1 Year 8 months

Top Core Courses

Get a head start on your career with our Master of Business Administration. Here are some core courses designed to equip you with the most relevant and up-to-date skill set:
Agile Organisation Management

Synopsis: This course is designed to equip students with the knowledge and skills necessary for managing organisations in an agile environment. It begins by examining management theories and organisational behavior principles to enhance organisational agility. Subsequently, it evaluates agile leadership strategies and change management principles that are essential for fostering an agile culture within organisations. Students will also learn to apply strategic management principles to adapt business strategies dynamically to achieve organisational agility. In addition, the course evaluates agile principles, methodologies, and decision-making models to manage agile transformations effectively.

Human Resource Empowerment

Synopsis: The Human Resource Empowerment course is designed to equip professional managers and business leaders with the knowledge and tools to foster a dynamic, inclusive, and high-performing workplace. This course focuses on empowering HR teams to become strategic partners in organisational success by leveraging modern HR practices, employee engagement strategies, and leadership development frameworks. Participants will explore key areas such as talent acquisition, performance management, learning & development, diversity & inclusion, and HR technology integration. Through practical case studies, interactive sessions, and real-world applications, learners will develop the skills to drive employee satisfaction, productivity, and organisational growth.

Business Intelligence and Analytics

Synopsis: The Business Intelligence and Analytics course is designed to provide professionals with the skills and knowledge to leverage data for strategic decision-making. This course explores key concepts in data analytics, visualisation, predictive modeling, and AI-driven insights to help organisations optimise performance and gain a competitive edge. Participants will learn ways to use statistical and machine learning techniques to analyse and interpret data. Through hands-on projects and real-world case studies, learners will develop a data-driven mindset to enhance business efficiency and innovation.

Ethical Regenerative Enterprise

Synopsis: This course equips forward-thinking business professionals with the tools and frameworks to derive business strategies that actively regenerate natural and social systems. It focuses on systems thinking and design, sustainable supply chains and operations, stakeholder engagement and impact measurement, and business model innovation. Learners will lead regenerative transformation that impacts net-positive outcomes and build resilience within their purpose-driven organisations.

Pragmatic Managerial Economics

Synopsis: The Pragmatic Managerial Economics course provides business leaders, managers, and decision-makers with the economic tools and frameworks needed to make data-driven, strategic decisions in real-world business environments. This course moves beyond theory, focusing on practical applications of microeconomics, market dynamics, pricing strategies, and cost analysis to optimise business performance. Learners will learn how to apply economic principles to forecast market trends, assess risks, allocate resources efficiently, and enhance profitability. Through case studies, simulations, and analytical exercises, learners will develop the skills to navigate economic uncertainties and competitive landscapes effectively.

Digital Marketing Transformation

Synopsis: The Digital Marketing Transformation course is designed to help professionals, marketers, and business leaders leverage digital tools, data, and emerging technologies to enhance marketing strategies and customer engagement. This course explores AI-driven marketing, omnichannel strategies, automation, and data analytics to help organisations stay competitive in the evolving digital landscape. The learners will learn to implement SEO, content marketing, social media, PPC, email marketing, and data-driven decision-making to drive brand awareness and business growth. Through real-world case studies, hands-on projects, and interactive sessions, learners will develop the skills to build and execute high-impact digital marketing strategies.

Business Research Methodology

Synopsis: The Business Research Methodology course is designed to equip professionals, researchers, and business leaders with practical research skills to conduct data driven analysis and make informed decisions. This course covers quantitative and qualitative research methods, research design, data collection techniques, and statistical analysis to help organisations address complex business challenges with precision and accuracy. The learners will learn how to develop research questions, design effective studies, analyse data using statistical tools, and present actionable insights. Through case studies, hands-on research projects, and real-world applications, learners will gain expertise in transforming business problems into research-driven solutions.

Applied Managerial Finance

Synopsis: The Applied Managerial Finance course equips business leaders, managers, and finance professionals with practical financial decision-making skills to drive organisational success. Focusing on real-world applications, this course covers financial planning, capital budgeting, risk management, and financial performance analysis to help professionals make data-driven financial decisions. The learners will learn to interpret financial statements, assess investment opportunities, optimise capital structures, and manage financial risks. Through case studies, financial modeling exercises, and interactive discussions, learners will develop the skills to align financial strategy with business objectives and enhance profitability and growth.

Your Learning Pathway: From Basics to Mastery

Online (ODL)/Conventional, Full-time & Part-time
PATHWAY

The MBA learning pathway is structured around 8 core courses and 1 MBA Project Course to ensure a balanced development of theoretical knowledge and practical application. The core courses provide a strong foundation in essential business disciplines such as management, finance, marketing, strategy, and organisational leadership.

The final MBA Project Course allows students to integrate and apply what they have learned by working on a real-world business problem or research-based project. This experience enhances critical thinking, problem-solving, and decision-making skills while preparing students for leadership roles in the business environment.

Study Content

CORE COURSES
Course Code Course Title Classification Credit Hours
Year 1 / Term 1
BBM-C512/04 Agile Organisation Management Core 4
BBM-C513/04 Human Resource Empowerment Core 4
BBM-C514/04 Business Intelligence and Analytics Core 4
BBM-C515/04 Ethical Regenerative Enterprise Core 4
Year 1 / Term 2
BBM-C516/03 Pragmatic Managerial Economics Core 3
BBM-C517/04 Applied Managerial Finance Core 4
BBM-C518/04 Digital Marketing Transformation Core 4
BM-C519/03 Business Research Methodology Core 3
Subtotal Credit Hours 30
REQUIRED COURSE
Course Code Course Title Classification Credit Hours
Year 1 / Term 3
BBM-C603/10 MBA Project Project 10
Subtotal Credit Hours 10

Admission

Entry Requirement

i. A Bachelor’s degree (Level 6, MQF) in related fields with a minimum CGPA of 2.50 as accepted by the HEP Senate; OR
ii. ii. A Bachelor’s degree (Level 6, MQF) in related fields with a minimum CGPA of 2.00 and not meeting CGPA of 2.50 can be accepted, subject to a rigorous internal assessment****; OR
iii. A Bachelor’s degree (Level 6, MQF) in non-related fields with a minimum CGPA of 2.00 as accepted by the HEP Senate and with relevant working experience*****, subject to a rigorous internal assessment****; OR
iv. A Bachelor’s degree (Level 6, MQF) in non-related fields with a minimum CGPA of 2.00 as accepted by the HEP Senate and without relevant working experience, subject to passing pre-requisite courses******; OR
v. Other equivalent/related qualifications to a Bachelor’s degree (Level 6, MQF) recognised by the Malaysian Government

English Competency Requirement (International Student)
Achieve a minimum Band 4 in MUET OR equivalent to CEFR (Mid B2).

APEL

APEL.A: The candidate should be at least 30 years of age in the year of application and possess relevant work experience. The candidate must have at least an STPM, diploma, equivalent qualification, or those with higher qualifications, e.g., Advanced Diploma, Graduate Certificate, Graduate Diploma, and pass the APEL.A assessment for Master’s level.

Future Career Paths with a MBA Degree

Designed for ambitious professionals, this MBA prepares you to step confidently into senior leadership roles globally. Whether your goal is to accelerate your ascent within your current company or pivot to a strategic executive role in a new industry, this program equips you with the strategic toolkit to lead.

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Meet Our Faculty Members

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Our faculty members blend academic excellence with rich industry experience, ensuring your education is both rigorous and practically relevant.

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Lee Heng Wei

Dean, School of Business and Administration & Dean, School of Graduate Studies & Head of Academic, APEL Centre

Dr. Loo Choo Hong

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Mr. Prakash V. Arumugam

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Associate Professor & Director, COLE

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