Master of Business Administration with a specialism in Supply Chain Management (ODL)
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 Supply Chain Management (ODL) is delivered through Open & Distance Learning, supporting you to develop advanced knowledge and practical capability in business and supply chain strategic management.
You will be expected to conduct effective research linked to your specialism in Supply Chain Management for both academic and industry purposes.
🎯 Course & Curriculum
Course structure
- Pre-requisite modules for non-business students: Managing People, Understanding Customers, Managerial Finance, and Business Environment & Strategic Planning
- Core preparation in business concepts that supports your MBA coursework and specialism modules
- Core modules: Organisational Behavior, Accounting & Finance for Managers, Managerial Economics, Technology Management
- Strategic and people-management modules: Global Strategic Management, Human Resourse Management, Statistical Decision Making
- Business research and business growth modules: Research Methodology, Entreprenuership, Digital Marketing Tools and Trends
- Specialisation modules: Green Supply Chain, Digital Supply Chain, Procurement Management
- Project module: individual research and analysis in relation to Supply Chain Management for academic and industry purposes
Curriculum
Credit hours table extracted from the APU ODL Master of Business Administration with a specialism in Supply Chain Management (module credits shown as module code suffixes: 0/3/6).
| Semester | No. of modules | Module / subject category | credit hours | Semester total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pre-requisite (for non-business students) | 4 modules | Business Environment & Strategic Planning | 0 | 0 |
| Understanding Customers | 0 | |||
| Managing People | 0 | |||
| Managerial Finance | 0 | |||
| Semester 1 | 5 modules | Organisational Behaviour | 3 | 15 |
| Accounting and Finance for Managers | 3 | |||
| Managerial Economics | 3 | |||
| Technology Management | 3 | |||
| Global Strategic Management | 3 | |||
| Semester 2 | 4 modules | Digital Marketing Tools and Trends | 3 | 12 |
| Statistical Decision Making | 3 | |||
| Entrepreneurship | 3 | |||
| Research Methodology | 3 | |||
| Semester 3 | 4 modules | Human Resource Management | 3 | 12 |
| Green Supply Chain | 3 | |||
| Digital Supply Chain | 3 | |||
| Procurement Management | 3 | |||
| Semester 4 | 1 module | Project | 6 | 6 |
| Total | Pre-requisite modules (for non-business students), core modules, specialisation modules, and Project | 45 credit hours | ||
Career outcomes
- Builds job-ready supply chain leadership skills that support roles such as Logistic and Supply Chain Manager, Procurement Manager, and Supply Chain Analyst.
- Helps you apply management decision-making to sourcing and distribution through modules in strategic management, statistical decision making, and supply chain focused specialisations.
- Strengthens your ability to use supply chain tools and data for visibility and data-driven decisions, aligning with how modern supply chains are managed.
- Gives you industry-relevant sustainability and ethical supply chain capability through the Green Supply Chain specialisation.
- Supports career advancement pathways into senior operational and commercial roles such as General Manager and Business Development Manager through transferable MBA core learning.
- The programme structure includes a project requiring research and analysis in Supply Chain Management, helping you develop a practical, evidence-based work output for your professional growth.
Employability rate
Employability statistics for MBA supply chain graduates in Malaysia are not published in the official sources available to me during this build, so I cannot state an evidence-based employability and unemployment percentage.
As a result, use this programme as a career-acceleration option focused on employable supply chain and operations management competencies rather than relying on a guaranteed labour-market metric.
✅ Entry Requirements
Academic qualification
| Requirement | Details |
|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree | International applicants must hold a Bachelor’s degree. The degree can be in related or non-related fields, based on the CGPA and assessment conditions stated by the university for international students applying from abroad. |
Module matching by study area
| Study area | Match possible? | Conditions |
|---|---|---|
| Business & Management | Direct match | Programme structure includes core business management modules and Supply Chain specialisation modules, so most business- and management-related backgrounds align directly. |
Language requirements
International applicants must meet the English requirements for the MBA with a specialism in Supply Chain Management (ODL). If your previous qualification was taught in English, you may be exempt from English requirements, as stated by the university.
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💶 Fees & Funding
| Item | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | MYR 42000 / total program | Total for International: RM42,000. Fees stated do not include deposits and other miscellaneous fees; for international students, fees indicated exclude the 6% Sales and Service Tax (SST). |
Proof of financial resources
You may be required to show evidence of available funds for your study in Malaysia during the student pass process. Prepare bank documents and funding evidence in line with Malaysian immigration and student pass guidance.
- Proof of financial ability for studying in Malaysia (bank documents and funding evidence as required by the student pass process).
- Any additional funding documents or amounts requested by the university during admission and student pass processing.
Important dates
Application window
| Milestone | August - Summer intake | October - Winter intake |
|---|---|---|
| Application portal opens | January 01, 2026 | January 01, 2026 |
| Application deadline (final submit) | June 30, 2026 | September 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 21, 2026 | October 30, 2026 |
Pre-application & reviews
| Milestone | August - Summer intake | October - 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 | October - 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
Submit your online application
Apply through APU’s official application process for the MBA with a specialism in Supply Chain Management (ODL). Complete the required sections and upload the required documents for international applicants. Make sure your English proof (or exemption evidence) and academic transcripts are included before you submit.
Meet entry and English requirements
Confirm you meet the university’s international entry requirements for the MBA, including the Bachelor’s degree rules and CGPA conditions. Prepare your IELTS Academic score of 6.0 as stated by the university for international students. If you qualify for the English exemption, keep the evidence of English-taught instruction from your previous degree.
Attend any admissions review and follow up
After submission, the university may review your foreign qualifications and documents as part of admissions processing. Respond to any requests for additional information or documents promptly. Keep copies of all submitted documents for your records.
Prepare for the next intake commencement
Check the published intake commencement dates for this ODL programme and plan your document preparation timeline accordingly. Complete any remaining steps for admission confirmation and student pass processing support, if applicable. Arrange your travel and accommodation only after your admission is confirmed.