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Doctor of Business Administration (DBA)
About
This program is tailored for executives, professionals, and leaders to equip them for digital transformation by:
- Utilizing innovation and technology for problem-solving, guided by the principles of Design Thinking.
- Engaging in practical coaching and fostering an entrepreneurial mindset through in-class activities and additional value-driven opportunities.
- Gaining insights from thought leadership sessions conducted by experienced academic staff and industry experts.
- Collaborating and learning in a dynamic, interactive, and world-class environment.
- Preparing for the future and empowering them to drive digital transformation within their organizations
The APU DBA program equips professionals to navigate the challenges of a Volatile, Uncertain, Complex, and Ambiguous (VUCA) digital world. It enhances decision-making, strategic thinking, and problem-solving skills, while refining research capabilities for strategic planning, policy development, and risk management.
With a unique focus on digital and technology-driven leadership, the program prepares leaders to adapt to future uncertainties. Endorsed by the Malaysian Institute of Accountants (MIA), the DBA fosters advanced business knowledge, insights into contemporary issues, and the analytical skills needed to address complex problems.
Key facts
| Qualification | Doctoral Degree (PhD) |
| Qualification Subtype | Doctor of Business Administration (DBA) |
| Coursework / Research | Research |
| Study mode | Full-time, Part-time |
| Duration | 3 years |
| Intakes | January, April, May, June, August, October, December |
| Tuition (Local students) | RM 54,800 |
| Tuition (Foreign students) | RM 54,800 |
Subjects
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Business
Duration
3 years
Tuition fees
| Description | Local students | Foreign students |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition fee | RM 54,800 | RM 54,800 |
| Miscellaneous fees | Data not available | Data not available |
| Total estimated cost of attendance | RM 54,800 | RM 54,800 |
| Estimated cost per year | RM 18,267 | RM 18,267 |
Miscellanous fees explained
Local students
| Description | Amount |
|---|---|
|
Library Deposit
(refundable)
Payable for the use of library facilities and is refundable on completion of studies. |
RM 500 |
|
Engineering Laboratory Deposit
(refundable)
Payable for the use of the Engineering laboratory facilities and is refundable on completion of studies. |
RM 500 |
| Enrollment Fees | RM 800 |
Foreign students
| Description | Amount |
|---|---|
|
Application & Student Visa Fees
STAGE 1 (Payable upon acceptance of offer) RM 2,650 (approx. USD 620)* is payable when you have accepted the offer. This fee includes Visa Processing Fees by Education Malaysia Global Services (EMGS) and APU/APIIT Application & Processing Fees. This also entitles you to airport assistance and transfer to the University/accommodation upon first arrival in Malaysia. Please note that this Fee is non-refundable once the offer has been accepted. STAGE 2 (Payable upon Student Pass Visa Approval) RM 1,500 (approx. USD 350)* is payable once your Student Pass is approved. This fee includes the post-arrival processing fee, EMGS medical check-up in Malaysia, Medical Insurance for a year, i-Kad (International Student Card issued by Immigration Malaysia) charged to ALL International students in Malaysia, Electronic Visa Approval Letter (eVal), and the Student Pass Fees for one-year. The i-Kad issued by Immigration Malaysia will enable students to avoid having to carry their passports around for identification purposes and will be tied to their Student Pass Validity and will be re-issued at visa renewal. Please note that this Fee is non-refundable once the Student Pass Visa Approval Letter (VAL) has been issued by EMGS. |
RM 4,150 |
|
International Student Registration & Administrative Fees
A fee of RM 5,000 is payable as registration & administrative fee for International Students. The Fees includes Student ID Card Fee for the duration of the course. |
RM 5,000 |
|
Library Deposit
(refundable)
Payable for the use of library facilities and is refundable on completion of studies. |
RM 500 |
|
Engineering Laboratory Deposit
(refundable)
Payable for the use of the Engineering laboratory facilities and is refundable on completion of studies. |
RM 500 |
| Personal Bond (refundable) | RM 1,000 |
Estimated cost as reported by the institution. There may be additional administrative fees. Please contact for the latest information.
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Admissions
Intakes
Entry Requirements
| MINIMUM ENTRY REQUIREMENT | |
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• Master’s degree in related fields, or its equivalent qualification as accepted by the Senate. |
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Note: The above entry requirements may differ for specific programmes based on the latest programme standards published by Malaysian Qualifications Agency (MQA).
| MINIMUM ENGLISH REQUIREMENTS | |
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INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS |
• IELTS : 6.0
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Curriculum
PRE-REQUISITE MODULES
(FOR NON-BUSINESS STUDENTS: DURATION: 1 MONTH (FULL-TIME) / 2 MONTHS (PART-TIME)
- Managing People
- Understanding Customers
- Managerial Finance
- Business Environment & Strategic Planning
MODULES
- Strategic Management for Integrated Value Creation
- Accounting and FinTech in Digital Transformation
- Advanced Marketing Intelligence and Research
- Research Methodology
- Leadership and Organisational Science
- Digital Thinking and Innovation Management
- Data Science and Business Analytics
- Quantitative Research OR Qualitative Research
- Digital Business Transformation
- Global Economic and Business Issues
- Dissertation