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Duration
3 years
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Intake Date
10 January 2025
11 April 2025
13 June 2025
15 August 2025
31 October 2025
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Awarding Body
APU, Malaysia
About APU

Why choose APU?

Malaysia’s Premier Digital Tech University
Malaysia’s Premier Digital Tech University
No.1 for International Students in Malaysia (QS World University Ranking 2024)
No.1 for International Students in Malaysia (QS World University Ranking 2025)
5-Star Excellence Rating SETARA
5-Star Excellence Rating (SETARA)
100% Employability Rate
100% Employability Rate
Ranked No.16 for International Students in the World
Ranked No.16 for International Students in the World
More than 80,000 Graduates & Alumni
More than 80,000 Graduates & Alumni
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More Than Just A Business Administration Master Programme

You have the exciting opportunity of enrolling for the APU-CMI Dual Accreditation by registering for a qualification through APU. Students under Master of Business Administration with a specialism in Digital Leadership will have the option to also opt-in for a CMI L7 Diploma in Strategic Management and Leadership Practice which will be awarded subject to moderation by CMI.

Requirements

Entry Requirements

General Requirements
Bachelor’s degree
  • Bachelor’s degree in related fields with a minimum CGPA of 2.50, or its equivalent qualification as accepted by the Senate.
  • Bachelor’s degree in related fields with a minimum CGPA of 2.00 and not meeting a CGPA of 2.50 can be accepted, subject to a rigorous internal assessment.
  • Bachelor’s degree in non-related fields with a minimum CGPA of 2.00 as accepted by the Senate and with relevant working experience, subject to a rigorous internal assessment.
  • ​Bachelor’s degree in non-related fields with a minimum CGPA of 2.00 as accepted by the Senate and without relevant working experience, subject to passing pre-requisite courses.

Note: The above entry requirements may differ for specific programmes based on the latest programme standards published by Malaysian Qualifications Agency (MQA).
 
English Requirements
International Students
  • IELTS : 6.0
     
For more information please click HERE
 
Students from English speaking countries and those with qualifications taught in English (previous Bachelor’s/Master’s Degree taught in English) are exempted from English requirements. Applications for exemption must be accompanied by supporting documents.
 
Programme Outline

What We Teach

This programme is specifically designed to provide:
 

  • The Master of Business Administration with a specialism in Digital Leadership empower students with advanced skills to confront the complexities of digital transformation. There is a pressing need for professionals who can seamlessly integrate managerial expertise, digital acumen, and visionary thinking. This programme responds to rapid expansion of this employment sector while nurturing employability competencies.
  • The Benefits of the Programme

    No Exams 100% Courseworks/ Assignments

    • Identify leadership requirements in different situations and demonstrate appropriate leadership capabilities.
    • Attain expertise in strategic thinking, essential for navigating the complex business environment. Develop adaptable leadership skills to excel in diverse situations, demonstrating effective leadership capabilities.
    • Understand behavioural science, marketing analytics’ skills on tools and business intelligence applications allows digital leaders to track user preferences and strategically offer users towards content which is used to drive potential customers to specific products or advertisements leading to wider and larger market capture for sales.
    • Develop proficiency and skills to address the challenges of digital transformation while fostering a comprehensive understanding of modern business processes, enabling success in the digital era.
    • Acquire innovative problem-solving techniques to solve global business challenges.
    • Demonstrate ability to devise and apply research and investigative methods within major business research paradigms.
    • Understand and critically analyse the digital business and management environment.
    • Effectively communicate towards different audiences and circumstances via a variety of communication tools and methods.
    • Demonstrate the personal effectiveness through effective self-management within the professional environment.
    • Demonstrate the ability to learn independently and to take responsibility for continuing professional development.
  • Who Should Attend

    The Master of Business Administration with a specialism in Digital Leadership is designed for professionals who aspire to excel in leadership roles within the dynamic landscape of digital business. This program is ideal for individuals who wish to understand and navigate the intersection of business strategy, digital technologies, and data analytics. It aims to develop the knowledge and skills using the power of technology and data to excel in today’s digital business environment.

  • Modules

    This programme comprises 13 coursework modules and a Project. There are 10 compulsory Core Modules (including Research Methodology module) and 3 specialisation modules.

    Pre-requisite Modules (for non-business students)
     Duration: 2 months (ODL)

    • Managing People
    • Understanding Customers
    • Managerial Finance
    • Business Environment & Strategic Planning

    Core Modules

    • Organisational Behaviour
    • Managerial Finance
    • Managerial Economics
    • Business Intelligence Systems
    • Global Strategic Management
    • Strategic Marketing Management
    • Statistical Decision Making
    • Entrepreneurship
    • Human Resource Management
    • Research Methodology
    • Project

    Specialisation Modules

    • Leading Digital Business Transformation
    • Big Data Analytics and Technologies
    • Digital Execution
  • Project

    You will be expected to conduct effective research in relation to your area of specialisation (Digital Leadership) for both academic and industry purposes. Either route will require you to plan and conduct an effective individual research and analysis, leading to a significant academic paper, consultancy report or case history.

  • Demand for MBA talent is strongest in Asia Pacific

    "MBA graduates continue to command a salary premium compared to direct from industry hires and bachelors degree hires" - Graduate Management Admission Council (GMAC) Survey
     

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    “Typically, those applicants with a Master’s degree or MBA will be hired with one or two grades higher than degree holders… about an 8% higher salary depending on the field or industry they plan to join”.
    - Lee Chun Keat
    Director of Engineering, Oppstar Malaysia
     
    The MBA is a popular platform for career progression (Lessler, 2018), providing students with a set of transferable skills and knowledge to allow them to lead and make decisions in management positions. With its emphasis on personal growth, networking and challenging complexity, MBA graduates are well prepared for the future jobs market and the continued demand for MBA talent.
     
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  • Testimonials by our MBA graduates

    “Driven by state of the art technology on all fronts and boasting of a well-equipped faculty, I was conditioned and nurtured in a way that has helped me thrive in some of the most challenging environments ever since I graduated with a MBA.”
    - Arjun Narayanan
    Content Manager, IIMResume, India

     

    “APU’s environment well adapted for students’ needs and wants. I learned how to be optimistic and to be a fast learner. It was undoubtedly a life changing experience.”
    - Kanat Zhumanov
    Chief Manager of the Board Office of “University Medical Center”
    Corporate Fund in Nur-Sultan City, Kazakhstan
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Open & Distance Learning (ODL)

  • The ODL (Open & Distance Learning) programmes are designed to address the theoretical, practical and scientific skills and contribute towards new and meaningful knowledge in their field of expertise. 
  • ​ODL allows students to learn anytime, anywhere at their own pace - this power of freedom has ignited more interest & excitement in learning.
  • All the Master (ODL) programmes are available for part-time study mode. The minimum duration of study is 2.5 years.
  • Students are to register the modules on a modular basis. Each module will be offered over a two-month duration.
Facilities

Facilities at APU

The APU Centre Point & Atrium serves as a melting pot of cultures from all over the world. Here, cultural activities are organised regularly at the campus, fostering long-lasting intercultural relationships among APU students, who come from over 130 countries.

 

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Career Path

Your Career Path

Analytics & Reporting Manager
Business Development Manager
Digital Business Analyst
Digital Business Consultant
Business Research Analyst
Chief Executive Officer (CEO)
Chief Marketing Officer (CMO)
Corporate Strategy Manager
Decision Analytics Manager
Entrepreneur
General Manager
Global Purchasing Manager
Digital Transformation Manager
Logistic and Supply Chain Manager
Management Consultant
International Marketing Manager
Fees & Certification

Ready, Set, Go.

Whether you are locals or traveling here, we have the options for you to pursue your dreams.

Malaysian

RM31,000

Total for Malaysian

International

RM31,000
(USD7,045)

Total for International

​* Fees stated above do not include Enrolment Fees, Registration Fees and other Miscellaneous Fees. Please refer to Fee Guide for details

All information is correct at the time of publication, but is subject to change in the interest of continuing improvement.