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Master in Business Administration (General)

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Master in Business Administration (General)

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About This Course

This programme provides a comprehensive understanding of the people, processes, and strategies that drive organisational success in today’s dynamic business environment. The programme explores the full spectrum of the employee lifecycle, including recruitment, selection, onboarding, performance management, training, career development, talent retention, and succession planning. Through an integration of management theory and practical application, learners develop advanced leadership, strategic thinking, and decision-making capabilities.

The programme equips graduates with the knowledge and practical skills required to design effective organisational policies, implement strategic talent management practices, and lead organisations toward sustainable growth through evidence-based and data-informed decision-making.

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What You Will Learn

Master Business Administration (MBA) programme equips students with advanced knowledge, practical skills, and leadership capabilities needed to excel in today’s business world.

Key Learning Areas Include

  • Management and Leadership
  • Marketing and Human Resources
  • Finance, Accounting, and Economics
  • Research and Analytics
  • Global and Strategic Perspective

Career Prospects

  • Entrepreneur/Business Owner
  • Human Resource Manager/Talent Manager
  • Product Manager/Brand Manager
  • Marketing Manager/Strategic Marketing Director
  • Senior Manager/Operations Manager
  • Project Manager/Senior Consultant
  • Operations Research Analyst/Corporate Planner
  • Director/Executive Leadership Roles

Academic Pathways

  • Doctor of Business Administration (DBA)
  • Doctor of Philosophy in Management (PhD)
  • Any relevant doctorate programmes

Programme Details

Duration
1.5 years (Full Time) | 2 years (Part Time)
Programme Code
(R2/340/7/0230) 04/28 (MQA/FA2819)
Intake
January, April, June, August & October
Faculty/Centre
Faculty of Business, Management and Accounting
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Course Structure

Core Modules
  • Marketing Management/li>
  • Human Resource Management
  • Accounting for Managers
  • Managerial Economics
  • Research Methodology
Major
  • Organisational Behaviour
  • Business Informatics
  • Business Statistics
  • Corporate Finance
Elective Modules (Choose Any 2)
  • Operations Management
  • Total Quality Management
  • International Business
Project
  • Project Paper

The MBA Project module provides you with an opportunity to apply the skills and knowledge that you have acquired to the resolution of a business problem, or to research an area of interest. Our work-based project it is a great opportunity to work on a live management issue and to forge and develop links with employers and industry including that of your own. If you aspire to be an entrepreneur, the MBA Project can be an excellent opportunity to compile a comprehensive business plan.

Assessment
  • Continuous Assessment
  • Final Examination

Entry Requirements

  • A Bachelor’s degree (Level 6, MQF) in related fields with a minimum CGPA of 2.50 as accepted by the HEP Senate;OR
  • 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
  • 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
  • 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
  • Other equivalent/related qualifications to a Bachelor’s degree (Level 6, MQF) recognized by the Malaysian Government

ENGLISH COMPETENCY REQUIREMENT (INTERNATIONAL STUDENT)

  • Achieve a minimum of Band 4 in MUET OR equivalent to CEFR (Mid B2).

Admission criteria through APEL.A:-

Programme at MQF Level 7:

  • At least 30 years of age in the year of application
  • Possess at least an STPM/Diploma/equivalent qualification** (or those with higher qualifications, e.g., Advanced Diploma, Graduate Certificate, Graduate Diploma);
  • Possess relevant work experience.
  • Pass the APEL.A assessment for Master’s level.
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