Diploma in Business
Crescendo International College · Johor, Malaysia
QS World University Ranking: N/A
Quick Overview
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This diploma programme is aimed at producing semi-professionals who are knowledgeable and technically competent in the field of business, on par with the current industry standards. Graduates can solve business problems innovatively, creatively and ethically, and develop entrepreneurial and life-long learning skills for career advancement.
Crescendo’s Diploma in Business is designed based on Year 1 subjects from the University of London’s BSc (Hons) Business & Management and BSc (Hons) Accounting & Finance, with the objective of providing direct entry into Year 2 of the respective degrees. The curriculum is skill-driven and practical-oriented, with activity-based teaching such as group work, presentations, workshops by guest lecturers, and field trips.
🎯 Course & Curriculum
Course structure
- Build core business knowledge through subjects such as Principles of Management and Introduction to Business.
- Start developing business numeracy with Business Mathematics and Statistics.
- Strengthen key communication skills through Communication Skills and Business Communication themes.
- Develop financial literacy with Financial Accounting and Principles of Finance.
- Learn business decision-making using tools and concepts from Microeconomics and Macroeconomics.
- Apply business thinking across marketing, operations, and workplace readiness through Principles of Marketing and related applied modules.
- Advance into specialist business topics including Principles of Banking and Consumer Behaviour.
- Strengthen employability-focused skills through Business Ethics and Self-Development themes.
- Consolidate your learning for progression to further studies or employment through integrated business learning and assessments.
Curriculum
Diploma in Business (DIB) at Crescendo International College. Programme total: 90 credit hours.
| Semester | No. of modules | Module / subject category | credit hours | Semester total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Semester 1 | 4 modules + MPU 1 (compulsory) + MOHE (compulsory) | Academic English | 3 | 23 |
| Financial Accounting 1 | 6 | |||
| Principles of IT | 3 | |||
| Mathematics 1 | 6 | |||
| MOHE (compulsory) | 2 | |||
| MPU 1 | 3 | |||
| Semester 2 | 4 modules + MPU 1 (compulsory) | Intensive English Grammar | 3 | 21 |
| Intro. to Business | 6 | |||
| Statistics 1 | 3 | |||
| Principles of Management | 6 | |||
| MPU 1 | 3 | |||
| Semester 3 | 4 modules + MPU 2 (compulsory) | Microeconomics | 6 | 24 |
| Consumer Behaviour | 3 | |||
| Financial Accounting 2 | 6 | |||
| Mathematics 2 | 6 | |||
| MPU 2 | 3 | |||
| Semester 4 | 4 modules + MPU 2 (compulsory) | Principles of Banking | 6 | 21 |
| Communication Skills | 3 | |||
| Self-Development | 3 | |||
| Malaysian Economy | 6 | |||
| MPU 2 | 3 | |||
| Semester 5 | 4 modules + MPU 3 (compulsory) | Business & Company Law | 6 | 21 |
| HR Management | 3 | |||
| Principles of Finance | 6 | |||
| E-Business | 3 | |||
| MPU 3 | 3 | |||
| Semester 6 | 4 modules + MPU 4 (compulsory) | Principles of Marketing | 6 | 18 |
| Organisational Behaviour | 3 | |||
| Statistics 2 | 3 | |||
| Business Communication | 3 | |||
| MPU 4 | 3 | |||
| Total | All modules across the programme including compulsory MPU and MOHE requirements | 90 credit hours | ||
Career outcomes
- You gain job-ready business fundamentals that support roles in junior business, administration, and commercial operations teams.
- You build practical accounting and finance foundations that help you start careers aligned to bookkeeping support and entry-level finance assistant pathways.
- You develop communication and business writing skills through business communication modules, helping you perform effectively in client-facing and internal coordination roles.
- You learn decision-making concepts across economics and marketing, preparing you for assistant-level roles in sales support, marketing support, and business analytics-adjacent tasks.
- You strengthen workplace readiness through applied, activity-based learning that better prepares you for real business environments.
- You can use the diploma as a structured pathway to further education options, giving you a clear progression route if you plan to continue to higher qualifications.
Employability rate
For business and management diploma graduates in Malaysia, employability is typically around 78% with an unemployment rate of about 22%, reflecting strong demand for entry-level business support roles but competitive hiring for junior positions.
Together, these figures indicate a generally steady outlook for job-seeking graduates, especially when you build practical business skills and internship-ready experience during your study.
✅ Entry Requirements
Academic qualification
| Requirement | Details |
|---|---|
| School-leaving qualification (foreign/international qualification) | International applicants must meet the diploma entry qualification accepted by Crescendo for this programme level. The programme entry requirement published on the Crescendo Diploma in Business page includes a school-leaving qualification pathway, assessed for eligibility by admissions. |
| Recognised qualification equivalency for non-Malaysian credentials | If your qualification is outside Malaysia, admissions will assess whether it is equivalent for entry to this Diploma in Business. Submit your original documents and academic transcripts/certificates so the college can evaluate your eligibility. |
Module matching by study area
| Study area | Match possible? | Conditions |
|---|---|---|
| Business & Management | Direct match | The programme includes business-focused subjects such as Introduction to Business, Principles of Management, Microeconomics, Principles of Marketing, Organisational Behaviour, International Business, and Entrepreneurship Development. |
Language requirements
The Diploma in Business is taught in English, and Crescendo expects international applicants to provide proof of English language proficiency as published for international students. If your prior education was completed in English, you should still check whether Crescendo accepts that for a language exemption/waiver during the admissions review.
IELTS Academic
MOI (Medium of Instruction)
MOI waiver details are not published for this programme. See the English test requirements above.
💶 Fees & Funding
| Item | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | MYR 31600 / total program | Programme tuition total shown as RM 31,600 (Registration fee RM 600 plus tuition across Jan, Apr, and Sept semesters). |
| Registration fee | MYR 600 / one time | Registration fee RM 600, non-refundable. |
Proof of financial resources
International students may be required to demonstrate sufficient funds to cover tuition and living costs before a student pass is approved. Prepare bank documentation and supporting evidence consistent with what the Malaysian student pass processing guidance requires.
- Bank statements and/or proof of available funds showing you can cover tuition and living expenses
- Any additional financial documentation requested by Crescendo during the international student admissions review
Important dates
Application window
| Milestone | January - Winter intake | April - Summer 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 | N/A | N/A |
Pre-application & reviews
| Milestone | January - Winter intake | April - 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 | January - Winter intake | April - 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
Prepare documents and confirm eligibility for international applicants
Review your school-leaving qualification or foreign academic credentials against Crescendo's published diploma entry requirements for this programme. Prepare your passport and academic transcripts/certificates, and ensure your English proof matches the published requirement for international students. If any document cannot be provided in the required format, clarify during admissions before submitting.
Apply during the published intake period
Submit your application for the intake you plan to start, selecting the relevant intake season shown for the Diploma in Business. Ensure you submit complete documents for international review along with your application. Keep your application fee payment and submission receipt ready as part of your application record.
Complete international student review and student pass processing
After you apply, the college reviews your eligibility and verifies your supporting documents for international admission. If your application proceeds, you will receive next-step instructions related to student pass processing and final enrolment requirements. Respond promptly to any document requests to avoid delays.