Diploma in Business Administration
Sunway College Johor Bahru · Johor Bahru, Malaysia
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Quick Overview
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The Diploma in Business Administration programme is designed to equip students with business knowledge to succeed in challenging business environments, whether in corporate settings or as an entrepreneur.
The programme also provides a solid foundation for students planning to further their studies in business degree programmes.
🎯 Course & Curriculum
Course structure
- Introduction to Financial Management
- Introduction to Financial Accounting
- Introduction to Business and Principles of Management
- Introduction to Information Technology and Business Statistics
- Business English I and Business Mathematics
- Principles of Business Finance II
- Cost Accounting
- Principles of Economics and Principles of Microeconomics
- Human Resources Management and Organisation Behaviour
- Business English II and Internship preparation
- Operations and Supply Chain Management
- Entrepreneurship and Digital Marketing
- E-Commerce Theory & Application
- Integrated Marketing Communication
- Internship
Curriculum
Credit hours table for Diploma in Business Administration at Sunway College Johor Bahru. Total programme credits are 90 credit hours.
| Semester | No. of modules | Module / subject category | credit hours | Semester total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | Core subjects plus Business English and Business Mathematics | Introduction to Financial Management | ||
| Introduction to Financial Accounting | ||||
| Principles of Business Finance I | ||||
| Cost Accounting | ||||
| Introduction to Business | ||||
| Principles of Management | ||||
| Introduction to Law | ||||
| Business Law | ||||
| Principles of Marketing | ||||
| Introduction to Information Technology | ||||
| Principles of Microeconomics | ||||
| Principles of Macroeconomics | ||||
| Business Statistics | ||||
| Business English I | ||||
| Business Mathematics | ||||
| Year 2 | Core subjects plus Internship and Business English | Principles of Business Finance II | ||
| Introduction to International Business | ||||
| Human Resources Management | ||||
| Operations and Supply Chain Management | ||||
| Entrepreneurship | ||||
| Integrated Marketing Communication | ||||
| Organisation Behaviour | ||||
| Digital Marketing | ||||
| E-Commerce Theory & Application | ||||
| Business English II | ||||
| Internship | ||||
| MOHE General Studies | International students general studies components | Malay Language for Communication 1 | ||
| Creativity & Innovative Thinking Skills | ||||
| Moral Education | ||||
| Integrity and Anti-Corruption | ||||
| Education for Sustainability Development | ||||
| Community Service | ||||
| Total | Diploma in Business Administration total programme components | 90 credit hours | ||
Career outcomes
- You gain a job-relevant base across accounting, finance, economics, marketing, and management, helping you qualify for entry roles across many business functions.
- You develop practical workplace readiness through the included Internship, so you graduate with experience you can discuss in interviews.
- You build skills for core business and admin careers such as Office Manager, Sales Administrator, and Project Manager positions.
- You prepare for business growth and customer-facing roles such as Business Development Associate and Advertising Manager by learning how organisations operate and market to customers.
- You can move into people and operations-focused careers such as Human Resources Generalist through dedicated HR and organisational learning.
- You get a clear progression route to Sunway University business degrees after completing the diploma, supporting long-term career growth beyond entry-level roles.
Employability rate
Diploma in Business Administration graduates typically face an employability rate of about 78% and an unemployment rate of about 22% in Malaysia’s early-career business and administrative roles, reflecting steady demand but competitive entry for non-specialised positions.
Overall, the combination of core business training and internship experience supports a more stable job outlook as you apply for corporate and entrepreneurship pathways.
✅ Entry Requirements
Academic qualification
| Requirement | Details |
|---|---|
| School-leaving qualification (international / foreign qualifications) | International applicants must meet the programme’s pre-existing qualification requirement by presenting a recognised school-leaving qualification equivalent to Sunway’s stated options, with the overall requirement shown as Pass with minimum 3 credits for SPM/O-Level or Pass with minimum 3 Bs for UEC, and an equivalent for other recognised qualifications that are accredited by MQA. |
| English language requirement (international applicants only) | International applicants must meet the programme English language requirement stated for international students, which is IELTS with a minimum band score of 5.0 (or an equivalent, as accepted by the college). |
Module matching by study area
| Study area | Match possible? | Conditions |
|---|---|---|
| Business & Management | Direct match | International applicants with relevant prior business or management study typically align with the diploma’s business foundation topics (for example finance, accounting basics, marketing, and management). |
Language requirements
For international applicants, Sunway College requires an English language qualification for admission to the Diploma in Business Administration programme.
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 34830 / total program | Official tuition amount shown for Sunway College Johor Bahru Diploma in Business Administration. |
| Application fee | MYR 600 / one time | Official application fee amount shown for Sunway College Johor Bahru Diploma in Business Administration. |
Proof of financial resources
Important dates
Application window
| Milestone | January - Winter intake | April - Summer intake | August - 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 | April - Summer intake | August - 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 | April - Summer intake | August - 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 documents and confirm eligibility
Check the Diploma in Business Administration entry requirements for international students, including the required English language qualification and your prior school-leaving qualification equivalence. Make sure your documents can be certified true copies as required for admission processing. Start early so you can gather supporting evidence for your qualification if any part of the equivalence is unclear.
Submit your online application and supporting documents
Submit your application through Sunway College’s official international student admissions process during the published intake period. Upload the required academic documents and your passport details in the format requested by the admissions office. Ensure your application is complete, since Sunway notes that incomplete applications cannot be processed.
Receive your offer letter and complete next steps
After you submit the required documents and initial payment, the offer letter is prepared by the international office. Once you have your offer letter, follow the visa and student pass guidance provided for international students. If your application arrives close to the intake, Sunway indicates there is a risk of deferral depending on visa processing timelines.