Diploma In International Business
Netherlands Maritime University College (NMUC) · Johor Bahru, Malaysia
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Quick Overview
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The Diploma in International Business at Netherlands Maritime University College (NMUC) is a 2-year programme delivered over 6 semesters and focused on practical international trade and business skills.
The programme covers areas such as international trade and investment, cross-cultural communication, international marketing strategies, global supply chain operations, international financial management, and global business law and ethics.
🎯 Course & Curriculum
Course structure
- Professional and ethics modules: MPU 2183 Penghayatan Etika dan Peradaban and MPU 2363 Integriti dan Anti Rasuah
- Core business foundations: DIB 2113 Business Statistics, DIB 2123 Introduction to Marketing, DIB 2133 Principles of Management
- Communication and study skills: MPU 2133 Bahasa Melayu Komunikasi 1, MPU 2263 Study Skills, MPU 2143 Business Communication
- Economic and accounting basics: DIB 2213 Principles of Economics, DIB 2233 Financial Accounting, DIB 2243 Operation Management
- Introduction to international business and strategy: DIB 2313 Introduction to International Business and DIB 2323 Strategic Management
- Business behaviour and decision-making: DIB 2333 Organisational Behaviour
- Global business environment and markets: DIB 2413 Global Economy and DIB 2154 The Global Trading Policy
- Market entry and management foundations: DIB 2253 Foreign Market Entries and DIB 2444 International Business Management
- Entrepreneurship and business planning: DIB 2513 Entrepreneurship and DIB 2524 International Business Strategy
- Supply chain and digital commerce: DIB 2533 Supply Chain Management and DIB 2423 E-Commerce
- Finance and management information systems: DIB 2553 Business Finance and DIB 2563 Management Information Systems
- HR and global trading operations: DIB 2613 Introduction to Human Resource Management and DIB 2624 The Global Trading System
Curriculum
MQA/PA 18430 Diploma in International Business (2 years, 6 semesters). Total credits: 90 credit hours.
| Semester | No. of modules | Module / subject category | credit hours | Semester total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Semester 1 | 8 modules | Penghayatan Etika dan Peradaban | 3 | 30 |
| Falsafah dan Isu Semasa | 3 | |||
| Bahasa Melayu Komunikasi 1 | 3 | |||
| Integriti dan Anti Rasuah | 3 | |||
| Business Statistics | 3 | |||
| Introduction to Marketing | 3 | |||
| Principles of Management | 3 | |||
| Business Communication | 3 | |||
| Semester 2 | 7 modules | Community Service | 4 | 20 |
| Bahasa Kebangsaan A | 2 | |||
| Study Skills | 2 | |||
| Principles of Economics | 3 | |||
| Business Ethics | 3 | |||
| Financial Accounting | 3 | |||
| Operation Management | 3 | |||
| Semester 3 | 3 modules | Introduction to International Business | 3 | 9 |
| Strategic Management | 3 | |||
| Organisational Behaviour | 3 | |||
| Semester 4 | 5 modules | Global Economy | 3 | 17 |
| Business Mathematics | 3 | |||
| The Global Trading Policy | 4 | |||
| Foreign Market Entries | 3 | |||
| International Business Management | 4 | |||
| Semester 5 | 6 modules | Entrepreneurship | 3 | 19 |
| International Business Strategy | 4 | |||
| Supply Chain Management | 3 | |||
| E-Commerce | 3 | |||
| Business Finance | 3 | |||
| Management Information Systems | 3 | |||
| Semester 6 | 3 modules | Introduction to Human Resource Management | 3 | 10 |
| The Global Trading System | 4 | |||
| The Foreign Exchange Market | 3 | |||
| Total | All modules across 6 semesters (diploma total). | 90 credit hours | ||
Career outcomes
- You build practical international business foundations through modules covering international marketing, foreign market entries, global trading policy, and cross-cultural communication themes, helping you apply for entry roles across trading and business support functions.
- You gain job-ready analytical and decision-making skills from business statistics, financial accounting, and business mathematics modules, which supports roles that require commercial reporting, budgeting support, and performance analysis.
- You develop employable international operations skills through global supply chain operations, operation management, and e-commerce subjects, helping you qualify for assistant roles in logistics, procurement support, and trade operations.
- You strengthen core workplace capability in business communication and organisational behaviour, giving you practical preparation for roles involving stakeholder coordination, team-based work, and client-focused communication.
- You receive structured exposure to strategic thinking and ethics (including anti-corruption and business law and ethics topics), which helps you compete for roles where compliance, responsible decision-making, and professionalism matter.
Employability rate
International business and related commerce-discipline graduates typically see an employability rate of around 72% and an unemployment rate of about 28% in Malaysia, reflecting steady demand for business operations, trade, and entry-level commercial roles.
Together, these figures indicate a reasonably stable outlook for graduates who can demonstrate practical skills in marketing, finance basics, and international trade operations.
✅ Entry Requirements
Academic qualification
| Requirement | Details |
|---|---|
| School qualifications (equivalent to SPM) | International applicants must meet one of NMUC’s published academic entry options for this diploma, including having SPM with at least credit in three subjects, or an equivalent qualification recognised by the Malaysian Government. |
| Alternative entry qualifications | International applicants may also be eligible through other NMUC-published pathways such as SKM Level 3 in the related field, an MQF Level 3 certificate in the related field with at least CGPA 2.00, or other listed qualifications that are recognised equivalents by the Malaysian Government. |
| English requirement for international students | International applicants must satisfy the NMUC English requirement published for international students (MUET Band 3 or CEFR High B1). |
Module matching by study area
| Study area | Match possible? | Conditions |
|---|---|---|
| Business & Management | Direct match | NMUC’s Diploma in International Business covers subjects such as international trade & investment, international marketing strategies, global supply chain operations, and international financial management. |
Language requirements
For international applicants, the Diploma in International Business requires English proficiency as published by NMUC for international students.
MOI (Medium of Instruction)
MOI waiver details are not published for this programme. See the English test requirements above.
Other accepted proofs
💶 Fees & Funding
| Item | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | Not published |
Proof of financial resources
Important dates
Application window
| Milestone | April - Summer intake | October - 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 | N/A | N/A |
Pre-application & reviews
| Milestone | April - 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 | April - 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
Confirm your eligibility
Review NMUC’s Diploma in International Business entry options and check that your foreign qualifications are equivalent to the published entry pathways. Make sure you can meet the English requirement for international applicants (MUET Band 3 or CEFR High B1) as shown on the program page. If you are unsure about equivalency, prepare your documents early so you can confirm before the deadline.
Submit your application for the chosen intake
Apply during the university’s intake period and complete the application form on the official NMUC admissions flow used for programme enrolment. Upload your academic documents and any supporting evidence required for the admissions review. Keep copies of all documents you submit from abroad.
Prepare for the admissions review
After submission, the admissions team will review your eligibility against the published entry requirements for international applicants. Respond promptly if the university requests clarifications or additional documents. Plan your language evidence early so you can complete the file without delays.