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Bachelor of International Business (Hons)
About
International business plays a crucial role in helping companies, both small and large, expand into global markets to seize trade and investment opportunities. Operating across borders requires an understanding of diverse cultures, languages, regulations, political systems, and economic conditions.
The International Business programme at UTAR equips students with the knowledge and skills needed to succeed in global business environments. It provides insights into international management practices, strategy development, resource management, and cross-border operations. Graduates will be prepared to navigate the complexities of today’s interconnected business world, whether working abroad or in multinational organisations.
Key facts
| Qualification | Bachelor's Degree |
| Study mode | Full-time |
| Duration | 3 years |
| Intakes | February, June, November |
| Tuition (Local students) | RM 1 |
| Tuition (Foreign students) | RM 70,150 |
Subjects
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Business
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Business, Management
Duration
3 years
Tuition fees
| Description | Local students | Foreign students |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition fee | RM 1 | RM 70,150 |
| Miscellaneous fees | Data not available | RM 14,350 |
| Total estimated cost of attendance | RM 1 | RM 84,500 |
| Estimated cost per year | RM 1 | RM 28,167 |
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
- STPM: Grade C (GP 2.0) in 2 subjects + Pass in Mathematics & English at SPM/equivalent**.
- STAM: Minimum grade Jayyid + Pass in Mathematics & English at SPM/equivalent**.
- A-Level: Grade D in 2 subjects + Pass in Mathematics & English at SPM/equivalent**.
- UEC: Grade B in 5 subjects + Pass in Mathematics & English at SPM/equivalent**.
- SAM: ATAR 70 + Grade B in 2 subjects + Pass in Mathematics & English at SPM/equivalent**.
- CPU: 70% Average in 6 subjects + Pass in Mathematics & English at SPM/equivalent**.
- IB Diploma: 24 points (excluding bonus) + Pass in Mathematics & English at SPM/equivalent**.
- TVET Diplomas: MQA accredited + CGPA ≥2.50 (or 2.00 with 2 years of experience) + Faculty screening if needed.
- Foundation (UTAR): CGPA ≥2.00 + Pass in Mathematics & English at SPM/equivalent**.
- Matriculation/Foundation (Other Institutions): CGPA ≥2.00.
- Diploma (Level 4, MQF): CGPA ≥2.00.
- Advanced Diploma (Level 5, MQF): CGPA ≥2.00.
ENGLISH LANGUAGE REQUIREMENT:
Malaysian (STPM/UEC/Non-English Qualifications): One of the following:
- - Credit in SPM English
- - O-Level English (C)
- - UEC English (B)
- - MUET Band 3
- - IELTS 5.0
- - TOEFL 40 (iBT) / 7.5 (Essentials)
- - PTE 47
- - Cambridge English 154 / 100 (OET)
- - ELS CIEP Level 107
Notes:
- Not required for A-Level, SAM, CPU, or fully English-conducted qualifications (but must pass SPM English/equivalent).
If not met: Must take English Enhancement Programme (Levels 7 & 8).
International Applicants: One of the following:
- - IELTS 5.5
- - MUET Band 3
- - TOEFL 46 (iBT) / 8 (Essentials)
- - PTE 51
- - Cambridge English 160 / 200 (OET)
- - ELS CIEP Level 108
Notes:
- Not required for fully English-conducted qualifications or applicants from English-speaking countries (but must pass SPM English/equivalent).
Mathematics Requirement:
- Can be waived if qualification includes Math & English with equivalent/higher achievement.
Notes:
- If no pass in SPM Math: Must take and pass Mathematics Enhancement Course (MEC) before core courses.
If no pass in SPM English:
- Must take an English Proficiency Test from the university’s recognised list.
Curriculum
Year 1
- Business Accounting I
- Business Accounting II
- Corporate and Business Law
- Cross Cultural Management
- E-Commerce
- Economics
- English for Business
- Information Systems
- Management Principles
- MPU1*
- National Language/Other Languages
- Principles of International Business
- Principles of Marketing
- Quantitative Techniques I
- Quantitative Techniques II
- Sun Zi's Art of War and Business Strategies
Year 2
- Business Research
- Corporate Governance
- Current Issues In Global Economics
- Elective I
- Elective II
- English for Management
- Entrepreneurship
- Financial Management
- International Human Resource Management
- International Marketing
- International Trade Theory and Policy
- Marketing Communication
- MPU 1 **
- Operations Management
- Supply Chain Management
Year 3
- Co-Curriculum
- Elective IIII
- Global Business Strategy
- Industrial Training
- International Logistics
- Multinational Finance
- Research Project
- Strategic Management
Elective I - Choose 1 course(s)
- Consumer Behaviour
- Customer Relationship Management
- E-Commerce
Elective II - Choose 1 course(s)
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Financial Markets and Regulations
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Leadership and Teambuilding
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Public Speaking and Oral Presentation
Elective III - Choose 1 course(s)
- Social Media Strategies for Business
- Strategic Brand Management
- Strategic Marketing Management
Elective IIII - Choose 1 course(s)
- International Business Environment Studies
- International Business Law
- Law of Asean
- Organisational Behaviour
MPU 1* - Choose 1 course
- Hubungan Etnik - For Local Students
- Malaysian Studies 3 - For International Students
MPU 1** - Choose 1 course
- Bahasa Melayu Komunikasi 2 - For International Students
- Tamadun Islam dan Tamadun Asia (TITAS) - For Local Students
National Language/Other Languages - Choose 1 course(s)
- Bahasa Kebangsaan (A) - For Malaysian only, without SPM-BM credit
- Bahasa Kebangsaan (B) - For Non-Malaysian only
- Communicative Tamil for Health Sciences
- Introduction to French
- Introduction to German Language
- Introduction to Japanese
- Introduction to Korean
- Introduction to Tamil Language
- Introduction to Thai Language
Co-curriculum - Choose 1 course(s)
- Arts and Cultural Performance
- Community Project
- Language, Culture and Social Study Aboard
- Social Entrepreneurship Project
- Study Soft Skills and/or Life Skills Abroad
- Team Work and Collaborative Project