Diploma in Business Administration
Asia Pacific University of Technology & Innovation · Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
QS World University Ranking: N/A
Quick Overview
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This APU Diploma in Business Administration is designed to provide students with a foundation in business operations, organisation, and management with a technological edge, plus professional skills to solve business and organisational challenges.
The diploma builds academic, digital, and communication skills across six semesters, covering areas such as academic research skills, managing business, e-business, people management, marketing, business economics, strategic management and ethics, international business, introduction to accounting, entrepreneurship, consumer behaviour, digital supply chain, organisational behaviour, e-commerce, banking and finance, and the legal framework of business.
🎯 Course & Curriculum
Course structure
- Semester 1 builds essential foundations in academic literacy, digital competence, and business fundamentals, including research and writing skills and practical IT capabilities.
- Students learn core management concepts and terminology to support structured study in business administration and organisational environments.
- Semester 2 develops management and organisational understanding through applied business administration learning outcomes.
- Students continue building practical, technology-supported business administration skills aligned with the business administrative environment.
Curriculum
| Semester | No. of modules | Module / subject category | credit hours | Semester total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Semester 1 | Modules | Academic Research Skills | ||
| Digital Thinking and Innovation | ||||
| Managing Business | ||||
| Practical IT Skills |
Career outcomes
- You build job-ready business administration and organisational operations skills that support roles in business administration environments.
- You develop professional skills to solve business and organisational problems with a holistic outlook and a technology-enabled approach.
- You strengthen communication, research, and independent learning abilities that help you adapt to continuous changes in industry practices.
- You gain a practical foundation that helps you move into further business-focused studies or entry-level business pathways within organisations.
Employability rate
For business administration graduates in Malaysia, employability is typically around 78% and unemployment around 22%, reflecting steady demand but competitive hiring for entry-level administrative roles.
Together, these figures suggest a reasonably stable outlook when you pair your diploma with practical experience and strong workplace skills.
✅ Entry Requirements
Academic qualification
| Requirement | Details |
|---|---|
| School-leaving qualification (or approved equivalent) | International applicants are required to meet the general admission entry qualifications listed by APU, such as SPM credit pass conditions, IGCSE/O-Levels credit passes, UEC credit passes, a relevant certificate programme, or any qualification APU accepts as equivalent to the listed options. |
Module matching by study area
| Study area | Match possible? | Conditions |
|---|---|---|
| Business & Management | Direct match | This diploma is designed to build skills in business administration including core business fundamentals, communication, marketing, economics, accounting, and business law across the programme semesters. |
Language requirements
International students must meet the English entry requirements listed for this APU Diploma in Business Administration. Accepted English evidence includes IELTS, TOEFL iBT, Pearson (PTE) and MUET (as published for international students).
IELTS Academic
TOEFL iBT
PTE Academic
MOI (Medium of Instruction)
MOI waiver details are not published for this programme. See the English test requirements above.
Other accepted proofs
💶 Fees & Funding
| Item | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | MYR 54200 / total program | APU Diploma fee for international students is RM 54,200 total for the course; excludes 6% Sales and Service Tax (SST) and does not include deposits and other miscellaneous fees. |
Proof of financial resources
You must demonstrate that you can cover tuition and living costs for your studies in Malaysia. Your financial documents should support the total amount required for the programme period, and must be consistent with your submitted application details.
- Evidence of funds to cover tuition for the programme (as published by APU for international students).
- Documents showing you can support living costs in Malaysia for the duration of study (exact evidence type and amount are typically confirmed during the student-pass process).
Important dates
Application window
| Milestone | September - Summer intake | November - Summer intake |
|---|---|---|
| Application portal opens | September 01, 2026 | November 01, 2026 |
| Application deadline (final submit) | N/A | N/A |
| Application deadline (EU students) | N/A | N/A |
| Application deadline (Non-EU students) | N/A | N/A |
| Recommended apply-by | N/A | N/A |
| Semester begins | September 24, 2026 | November 20, 2026 |
Pre-application & reviews
| Milestone | September - Summer intake | November - Summer intake |
|---|---|---|
| VPD request - recommended | N/A | N/A |
| VPD result expected | N/A | N/A |
| APS - recommended | N/A | N/A |
| Start eligibility check | N/A | N/A |
Document submission deadlines
| Milestone | September - Summer intake | November - Summer intake |
|---|---|---|
| Application submission deadline | N/A | N/A |
| Document submission deadline (EU students) | N/A | N/A |
| Document submission deadline (Non-EU students) | N/A | N/A |
| Language certificate deadline | N/A | N/A |
| Official transcripts deadline | N/A | N/A |
| Certified translations deadline | N/A | N/A |
| Postal / hard-copy documents deadline | N/A | N/A |
| Missing documents (if requested) | N/A | N/A |
📝 How to Apply
Apply online during the intake window
Submit your application through APU’s official application channel for the diploma intake you want to join. Make sure you complete all fields accurately and upload the required academic documents. Submit your application before the published intake deadline for your chosen intake date.
Submit English language evidence
Provide the English proficiency test score that meets the international student requirements published for this diploma. If you are using a test option listed by APU, ensure the overall score matches the minimum stated entry requirement. Keep your test report ready for submission with your application documents.
Attend any verification and wait for the admissions decision
After submission, APU will review your application based on eligibility and document completeness. Respond to any follow-up requests from admissions promptly to avoid delays. Plan your visa/student pass process after you receive your acceptance and the next steps from the university.