Master of Business Administration with a specialism in Artificial Intelligence (MBAi) (ODL)
Asia Pacific University of Technology & Innovation · Technology Park Malaysia, 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) (ODL) at Asia Pacific University of Technology & Innovation is designed to build core management knowledge and integrate it with specialised AI-focused modules and emerging technologies.
The programme includes coursework modules and a Project, and international students study via ODL (100% online learning), with English requirements published for international applicants.
🎯 Course & Curriculum
Course structure
- Managing People
- Understanding Customers
- Managerial Finance
- Business Environment & Strategic Planning
- Organisational Behaviour
- Accounting & Finance for Managers
- Managerial Economics
- Technology Management
- Global Strategic Management
- Digital Marketing Tools & Trend
- Statistical Decision Making
- Entrepreneurship
- Human Resource Management
- Research Methodology
- Artificial Intelligence
- Business Intelligence Systems
- AI for Strategic Leadership
- Project (individual research and analysis)
- Research in relation to Artificial Intelligence for academic and industry purposes
- Submission leading to an academic paper, consultancy report or case history related to an aspect of business
Curriculum
| Semester | No. of modules | Module / subject category | credit hours | Semester total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pre-Requisite (for non-business students) | 4 modules | Managing People | 0 | 0 |
| Understanding Customers | 0 | |||
| Managerial Finance | 0 | |||
| Business Environment & Strategic Planning | 0 | |||
| Core modules | 10 modules | Organisational Behaviour | 0 | 0 |
| Accounting & Finance for Managers | 0 | |||
| Managerial Economics | 0 | |||
| Technology Management | 0 | |||
| Global Strategic Management | 0 | |||
| Digital Marketing Tools & Trend | 0 | |||
| Statistical Decision Making | 0 | |||
| Entrepreneurship | 0 | |||
| Human Resource Management | 0 | |||
| Research Methodology | 0 | |||
| Specialisation and project | 4 modules | Artificial Intelligence | 0 | 0 |
| Business Intelligence Systems | 0 | |||
| AI for Strategic Leadership | 0 | |||
| Project | 0 | |||
| Total | null | |||
Career outcomes
- You build MBA leadership foundations while adding an Artificial Intelligence specialism, positioning you for roles that connect business decisions with AI adoption.
- You develop skills for AI-driven strategy and digital transformation, helping you pursue careers such as AI Strategy Consultant, Digital Transformation Lead, or AI Strategy Manager.
- You gain specialised capability aligned to AI product and data roles, supporting paths like AI Product Manager, AI Integration Specialist, and Business Intelligence Analyst.
- You strengthen your ability to manage AI-powered solutions across business functions, giving you a practical advantage for leadership roles that oversee AI initiatives.
- You graduate with a program outcome focused on individual research and analysis in AI, helping you demonstrate applied problem-solving for real business challenges.
Employability rate
For MBA with an Artificial Intelligence specialism graduates in Malaysia, an estimated employability rate is around 78% and an estimated unemployment rate is around 22%, reflecting strong but competitive hiring for AI-enabled management talent.
Together, these figures suggest a generally stable outlook for roles that require both business leadership and practical AI capability, particularly in organisations prioritising digital transformation.
✅ Entry Requirements
Academic qualification
| Requirement | Details |
|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree | International applicants must hold a Bachelor’s degree. APU specifies that a Bachelor’s degree in related fields with a minimum CGPA of 2.50 is accepted, while a related-field CGPA of 2.00 may be accepted subject to rigorous internal assessment. For non-related fields, APU requires a minimum CGPA of 2.00 as accepted by the Senate, and acceptance depends on whether applicants have relevant working experience (with internal assessment) or, without relevant experience, by passing pre-requisite courses. |
Module matching by study area
| Study area | Match possible? | Conditions |
|---|---|---|
| Business & Management | Direct match | The programme entry requirements allow related and non-related degree backgrounds based on CGPA and (for non-related fields) relevant working experience or completion of pre-requisite courses where required. |
Language requirements
International applicants must meet the programme English requirement. APU accepts IELTS for international students, and exemptions may apply when your prior qualification was taught in English.
IELTS Academic
MOI (Medium of Instruction)
💶 Fees & Funding
| Item | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | MYR 33000 / total program | Total for International: RM33,000 (fees exclude Deposits and other Miscellaneous Fees; international fees indicated exclude 6% Sales and Service Tax). |
Proof of financial resources
You must be able to fund tuition and your study-related expenses for your Malaysia student journey. Use your bank/financial documents and follow any financial documentation instructions provided during your offer confirmation and visa application process.
- Evidence of funds to cover the published international tuition amount for the programme.
- Any additional financial documentation requested during the offer and student pass process.
Important dates
Application window
| Milestone | August - Summer intake | November - Winter intake |
|---|---|---|
| Application portal opens | N/A | N/A |
| 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 | August 03, 2026 | November 30, 2026 |
Pre-application & reviews
| Milestone | August - Summer intake | November - Winter 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 - Summer intake | November - Winter 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
Start the application and submit documents online
Submit your application online and attach the required certified academic documents and English language evidence (or exemption supporting documents, if applicable). Include the programme name you are applying for and your intended intake date. After you submit complete documents, APU indicates that you will normally receive the results within 2–3 working days.
Receive the Letter of Offer and pay the pre-arrival processing fee
If you meet the eligibility criteria, you will receive a Letter of Offer. To enable the university to submit your student pass application, you must pay the RM 3,600 pre-arrival application processing fee immediately along with the documents required for visa application. This pre-arrival processing fee includes visa processing via EMGS (and applicable GST charged by EMGS), APU/APIIT application and processing fees, and assistance for arrival and first-arrival accommodation.
Submit documents for student pass processing through EMGS
Once APU receives your complete documents together with the student visa application and fees, it will submit your application to EMGS. APU states the processing may take about 2–3 weeks on receiving complete documents and payment, and advises that application forms arrive at least eight weeks before the intake date to support early approval. APU also advises you to avoid entering Malaysia during visa processing to help prevent delays.
Prepare for arrival and medical screening
After you receive the visa approval letter, prepare for arrival in Malaysia using the arrival guidance from APU and the student pass requirements. APU states that you will need to go for a medical check-up at EMGS-appointed clinics within 7 days of arrival in Malaysia. APU also notes that health insurance is compulsory for all international students, and medical results are used before student visa endorsement for the duration of studies.