Diploma in Business Administration

Business & Management
Overview

In Malaysia, the "Foundation Programme (Business Administration)" is a popular one-year pre-university route for students aiming for a bachelor's degree in business administration or related management. It's designed for SPM/O-Level holders seeking a fast-track and focused preparation for university.

The curriculum provides a broad understanding of essential business functions. Typical modules include Introduction to Business Management, Principles of Marketing, Principles of Accounting, Economics (Micro and Macro), and often Business Mathematics and Statistics. Emphasis is also placed on developing crucial academic skills like English proficiency, critical thinking, and communication, which are vital for university success and future careers.

Offered by numerous private universities, these MQA-accredited programs provide a structured and supportive learning environment. Graduates gain guaranteed progression to a wide range of business degrees. Malaysia's business administration foundations offer an efficient, quality, and affordable pathway to equip students with the fundamental knowledge and soft skills needed to thrive in the dynamic global business landscape.
 

Degree:Diploma
University:Asia Pacific University of Technology & Innovation (APU)
Campus:Kuala Lumpur
Intakes:July, September, and November
URL:https://www.apu.edu.my/course/diploma-in-business-administration
Program Detail
Duration:2½ years
Format:Full-time
Attendance:On Campus Learning
Study Gap:3 years
Fees & Funding

Full tuition fee: (USD12,235) Total for International

Course Structure/ What You’ll Learn:

Common Core

Semester 1

Academic Research Skills
Digital Thinking and Innovation
Managing Business
Practical IT Skills

Semester 2

Professional Communications
Quantitative Methods
International Business
People Management

Semester 3

Digital Supply Chain
Statistical Method
Marketing
Business Economics

Semester 4

Fundamentals of Entrepreneurship
Strategic Management & Ethics
Introduction to Accounting
E-Business
Internet application

Semester 5

Organisational Behaviour
E-commerce
Principles of Banking & Finance
Consumer Behaviour
Legal Framework of Business
 

Entry Requirement
Language:
  • IELTS - 5.0
  • TOEFL - 40 (iBt)
  • PTE - 47
  • Others - MUET: Band 3.5
Key Information
Loan Availability:No
Important Dates:

The application deadlines are 14 July 2025, 25 September 2025, and 20 November 2025

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