Master of Business Administration with a specialism in Artificial Intelligence (MBAi)
Asia Pacific University of Technology & Innovation · Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
QS World University Ranking: N/A
Quick Overview
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The Master of Business Administration with a specialism in Artificial Intelligence (MBAi) is purpose-built for professionals and managers who want to lead at the intersection of business strategy and cutting-edge technology. The programme integrates core management disciplines with specialised modules in Artificial Intelligence and related emerging technologies.
APU’s MBAi includes compulsory core modules plus specialisation modules (Artificial Intelligence, Business Intelligence Systems, and AI for Strategic Leadership), alongside a project based on research connected to the AI specialism. International students apply with the programme’s English language requirements and foreign qualification entry criteria listed by the university.
🎯 Course & Curriculum
Course structure
- Builds a foundation in core management disciplines integrated with specialised modules in artificial intelligence and emerging technologies.
- Covers Organisation Behaviour, Accounting & Finance for Managers, Managerial Economics, Technology Management, Global Strategic Management, and Digital Marketing Tools & Trend.
- Includes Statistical Decision Making, Entrepreneurship, Human Resource Management, and Research Methodology to prepare you for the project work.
- Develops AI-focused specialisation through Artificial Intelligence, Business Intelligence Systems, and AI for Strategic Leadership.
- Applies learning through the Project, requiring effective research in your chosen area of specialisation in Artificial Intelligence.
- Completes an individual research and analysis deliverable that can take the form of an academic paper, consultancy report, or case history.
Curriculum
Credit hours table extracted from APU MBAi timetable module credits (module code suffix -0-M / -3-M / -6-M indicates credit hours). Programme includes pre-requisite modules for non-business students and then core modules, specialisation modules, and a project.
| Semester | No. of modules | Module / subject category | credit hours | Semester total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pre-requisite (for non-business students) | Pre-requisite modules (mandatory for eligible non-business students) | Managing People | 0 | 0 |
| Understanding Customers | 0 | |||
| Managerial Finance | 0 | |||
| Business Environment & Strategic Planning | 0 | |||
| Semester 1 | Core modules | Organisational Behaviour | 3 | 15 |
| Accounting & Finance for Managers | 3 | |||
| Managerial Economics | 3 | |||
| Technology Management | 3 | |||
| Global Strategic Management | 3 | |||
| Semester 2 | Core modules plus Research Methodology | Statistical Decision Making | 3 | 15 |
| Digital Marketing Tools & Trend | 3 | |||
| Entrepreneurship | 3 | |||
| Human Resource Management | 3 | |||
| Research Methodology | 3 | |||
| Semester 3 | Specialisation modules | Artificial Intelligence | 3 | 9 |
| Business Intelligence Systems | 3 | |||
| AI for Strategic Leadership | 3 | |||
| Semester 4 | Project | Project | 6 | 6 |
| Total | Pre-requisite modules (for non-business students), core modules, specialisation modules, and Project | 45 credit hours | ||
Career outcomes
- You graduate with AI-integrated management knowledge designed to help you take on AI-focused roles that require both business strategy and data-driven decision-making.
- You develop job-relevant skills for AI adoption and digital transformation, supporting career paths such as Digital Transformation Lead and AI Strategy roles.
- You build applied competence in Business Intelligence Systems and AI for Strategic Leadership, helping you qualify for positions like Business Intelligence Analyst and AI Strategy Consultant.
- You strengthen your ability to lead AI projects and align technology innovation with business goals, which supports progression into senior leadership roles.
- Your Project includes industry-oriented research and analysis (academic paper, consultancy report, or case history), helping you demonstrate outcomes to potential employers.
Employability rate
Employability and unemployment rates for MBA graduates with an AI specialism in Malaysia are not published by APU on this programme page, so an official rate cannot be verified here.
Your best placement outcome depends on your prior work experience, language readiness, and the strength of your AI-integrated project and research outputs.
✅ Entry Requirements
Academic qualification
| Requirement | Details |
|---|---|
| Bachelor’s degree | International applicants must have a bachelor’s degree in a related field with a minimum CGPA of 2.50, or an equivalent qualification as accepted by the Senate. Applicants with a related-field bachelor’s degree and a minimum CGPA of 2.00 (but below 2.50) may be accepted subject to a rigorous internal assessment. Applicants with a non-related bachelor’s degree may be considered with a minimum CGPA of 2.00 depending on whether they also have relevant working experience or can pass pre-requisite courses, subject to a rigorous internal assessment. |
Language requirements
The MBAi is delivered in English. International students are required to meet the programme’s English requirement, unless they are eligible for an exemption.
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💶 Fees & Funding
| Item | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Total tuition | MYR 42000 / total program | Total for International students: RM42,000. Fees stated here do not include deposits and other miscellaneous fees; for international students this excludes the 6% Sales and Service Tax (SST) imposed by the Malaysian Government. |
Proof of financial resources
International applicants must be able to finance tuition and any required international-student processing fees for study in Malaysia. You may also be required to provide evidence of funds as part of the visa and enrolment process.
Important dates
Application window
| Milestone | August - Winter intake | August - Summer intake |
|---|---|---|
| Application portal opens | August 03, 2026 | August 21, 2026 |
| Application deadline (final submit) | November 30, 2026 | October 30, 2026 |
| 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 | August 03, 2026 | August 21, 2026 |
Pre-application & reviews
| Milestone | August - Winter intake | August - 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 | August - Winter intake | August - 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 and submit documents
Submit your application via APU’s official admissions channel and upload your required documents for assessment. Ensure your passport details match the names and dates in your academic transcripts/certificates. If your academic transcripts are not in English, arrange certified translated copies as required by the university for visa processing.
Receive the Letter of Offer and pay pre-arrival processing fees
If you meet the eligibility criteria, you will receive a Letter of Offer. To enable the university to proceed with your Student Visa application, pay the required pre-arrival application processing fees immediately with your acceptance. After accepting the offer, prepare additional items for visa application such as passport photos, certified document copies, and the Health Declaration Form.
Complete Student Visa processing through EMGS
Once the university receives your complete documents and the international student visa and application fees, it submits your application to EMGS. This process may take about 2–3 weeks after receiving complete documents. The university advises that your forms and supporting documents arrive early, and that you avoid entering Malaysia during visa processing to prevent delays.
Prepare for arrival and fulfil international-student arrival steps
After your Visa Approval Letter is approved, follow the arrival steps and guidelines provided by APU. On arrival in Malaysia, you will report to the EMGS International Students Arrival Centre (ISAC) for assistance with entry procedures. You will also complete medical screening and follow the university guidance for student pass endorsement and insurance requirements.