Master of Business Administration
Lincoln University College · Petaling Jaya, Malaysia
QS World University Ranking: N/A
Quick Overview
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The Master of Business Administration (MBA) at Lincoln University College focuses on building leadership and business management skills across finance, marketing, operations, human resources, and strategic management, with an applied approach to global business challenges.
The program is designed for working individuals and mid-career professionals who want to advance their careers, with multiple intake options and English proficiency support if required.
🎯 Course & Curriculum
Course structure
- Business Accounting & Finance (ACC501) to build finance fundamentals for decision-making
- Business Economics (ECO501) to apply economic analysis in business settings
- Human Resource Management (HRM501) to understand people management and workplace practices
- Organisational Behaviour (ORG501) to analyse how organisations and individuals function
- International Business (MGT501) to manage and operate across global business environments
- Entrepreneurship Management (MGT504) to develop entrepreneurial and growth thinking
- Business Ethics & Governance (MGT503) to evaluate ethics, accountability, and governance in organisations
- Operations Management (MGT506) to improve operational effectiveness and execution
- Marketing Management (MKT501) to design and manage marketing strategy
- Strategic Management (MGT505) to formulate strategy for performance and competitive advantage
- Research Methodology (MGT507) to develop research skills required for the MBA research component
- Project Paper (MGT508) to complete an applied project work component
Curriculum
Master of Business Administration (MBA) at Lincoln University College (Open & Distance Learning mode). Programme list shows module credits; total programme credits are 48 credit hours.
| Semester | No. of modules | Module / subject category | credit hours | Semester total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Semester 1 | Course modules | Business Accounting & Finance | 3 | 21 |
| Business Economics | 3 | |||
| Human Resource Management | 3 | |||
| Organisational Behaviour | 3 | |||
| International Business | 3 | |||
| Enterpreneurship Management | 3 | |||
| Business Ethics & Governance | 3 | |||
| Semester 2 | Course modules and project/research components | Operations Management | 3 | 19 |
| Strategic Management | 3 | |||
| Marketing Management | 3 | |||
| Research Methodology | 4 | |||
| Project Paper | 6 | |||
| Semester 3 | Additional course modules required by the published programme list | Business Accounting & Finance | 3 | 3 |
| Semester 4 | Additional course modules required by the published programme list | Business Economics | 3 | 3 |
| Total | All modules listed in the programme (Business Accounting & Finance, Business Economics, Human Resource Management, Organisational Behaviour, International Business, Enterpreneurship Management, Business Ethics & Governance, Operations Management, Strategic Management, Project Paper, Research Methodology, Marketing Management). | 48 credit hours | ||
Career outcomes
- You build job-ready MBA capability in finance, economics, HR, operations, marketing, and strategy—skills that support progression into leadership roles across industries.
- You strengthen global management readiness through International Business (MGT501), helping you apply management principles to public or private institutions doing business on a global scale.
- You develop evidence-based decision-making through Research Methodology (MGT507) and the Project Paper (MGT508), supporting roles where analysis and structured reporting matter.
- You gain a practical understanding of business governance and ethics through Business Ethics & Governance (MGT503), supporting career growth into roles that require risk, compliance, and governance awareness.
- You graduate with a qualification designed for mid-career professionals, so you can take next steps toward senior management and specialist business leadership tracks.
Employability rate
For MBA graduates in Malaysia, employability is commonly around 85% and unemployment around 15%, reflecting stable demand for business and management capability across corporate and public organisations.
Together, these figures suggest a steady career outlook for applicants who can apply management, analysis, and leadership skills in real organisational contexts.
✅ Entry Requirements
Academic qualification
| Requirement | Details |
|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree (MQF Level 6) or equivalent | International applicants must have a Bachelor’s degree (MQF Level 6) with a minimum CGPA of 2.50 out of 4.00, or its equivalent, as accepted by the Lincoln University College Senate. If the CGPA is below 2.50 out of 4.00, it can be accepted subject to a minimum of 5 years of working experience in the relevant field. |
Language requirements
International applicants are required to submit proof of English proficiency. Lincoln University College accepts IELTS or equivalent English qualifications, and if you do not meet the requirement, English proficiency support may be provided through an English proficiency course in Malaysia.
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 | Not published | The official MBA page does not publish a tuition fee amount; it instructs students to email the admissions/finance contacts for the latest tuition fees for local and international students. |
Proof of financial resources
Important dates
Application window
| Milestone | January - Winter intake | May - Winter intake | September - Winter intake |
|---|---|---|---|
| Application portal opens | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Application deadline (final submit) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Application deadline (EU students) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Application deadline (Non-EU students) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Recommended apply-by | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Semester begins | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Pre-application & reviews
| Milestone | January - Winter intake | May - Winter intake | September - Winter intake |
|---|---|---|---|
| VPD request - recommended | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| VPD result expected | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| APS - recommended | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Start eligibility check | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Document submission deadlines
| Milestone | January - Winter intake | May - Winter intake | September - Winter intake |
|---|---|---|---|
| Application submission deadline | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Document submission deadline (EU students) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Document submission deadline (Non-EU students) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Language certificate deadline | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Official transcripts deadline | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Certified translations deadline | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Postal / hard-copy documents deadline | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Missing documents (if requested) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
📝 How to Apply
Prepare your international application documents
Review the MBA entry requirements for international applicants and confirm your degree qualification and CGPA/work experience meet the stated criteria. Prepare certified copies of your academic transcripts and certificates, plus your passport for identification during application. If you do not meet the English requirement, plan for the English proficiency course option mentioned by the university.
Submit your application online
Use the university’s online application channel to submit your application for the Master of Business Administration. Complete all required sections accurately and upload the documents requested in the checklist. If the university asks for additional supporting materials as part of the application review, provide them promptly to avoid delays.
Meet language and admissions review requirements
Submit your English proficiency evidence (such as IELTS or an equivalent accepted by the university) as part of your application. If you do not meet the English requirement, the university indicates that English proficiency courses in Malaysia are available to reach the standard required for the program. Wait for the university’s admission outcome, and follow any further document or clarification requests.