Master of Business Administration (Online)
Sunway College Johor Bahru · Johor Bahru, Malaysia
QS World University Ranking: N/A
Quick Overview
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Sunway University’s online Master of Business Administration is designed for flexible study, offering five entry points per year and a 24-month online study timeline.
The programme includes 10 subjects worth 4 credit points each, with fees published on a per-credit-point and total programme basis, plus optional fees such as enrolment and prerequisite subject costs if applicable.
🎯 Course & Curriculum
Course structure
- Complete 8 core subjects across core business strategy and leadership topics.
- Study 1 subject at a time in 7-week blocks, building business foundations and management thinking.
- Apply learning to real-world business challenges through guided assessments.
- Complete 2 research project subjects that support independent research and business application.
- Develop a research approach aligned to business problems and decision-making needs.
- Use the online study format to progress across subjects while managing work commitments.
Curriculum
40 credit hours master programme comprising 8 core subjects and 2 research project subjects, taught in 7-week blocks. Credits shown are taken from the official MBA online programme guide.
| Semester | No. of modules | Module / subject category | credit hours | Semester total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Semester 1 | Compulsory core subjects | Economics and Quantitative Analysis | 4 | 8 |
| Finance and Accounting for Business Decisions | 4 | |||
| Semester 2 | Compulsory core subjects | Marketing Strategy and Technologies | 4 | 8 |
| People and Organisations | 4 | |||
| Semester 3 | Compulsory core subjects | Strategic Management and Analysis | 4 | 8 |
| Business Research Methods | 4 | |||
| Semester 4 | Compulsory core subjects and research projects | Managing Global Business Operations | 4 | 16 |
| Leadership for Sustainable Success | 4 | |||
| Research Project I | 4 | |||
| Research Project II | 4 | |||
| Total | 8 core subjects and 2 research project subjects (compulsory) | 40 credit points | ||
Career outcomes
- You build fit-for-purpose business strategy skills that support leadership roles in organisations that need decision-makers who can solve real-world business challenges.
- The online structure helps you upskill while working, so you can position yourself for promotions and higher-paying opportunities without pausing your career.
- By completing core business subjects plus research projects, you graduate with both applied management knowledge and the research capability expected for managerial and specialist roles.
- You gain future-proof leadership skills that help you stay relevant in changing business environments where employers value strategic planning and practical execution.
- Because the programme is delivered fully online with structured subject blocks, you can steadily progress and demonstrate consistent learning outcomes to employers.
Employability rate
Employability and unemployment rates are not published on the official Sunway University MBA Online pages for Malaysia, so an exact MBA employability rate for this specific programme and discipline cannot be confirmed from official sources.
In practice, the MBA is designed to strengthen leadership and strategy skills that support career stability through improved readiness for management and business roles.
✅ Entry Requirements
Academic qualification
| Requirement | Details |
|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree (international applicants) | International applicants must hold a bachelor’s degree in related fields with a minimum CGPA of 2.50, or an accepted equivalent qualification. Alternative pathways may include a minimum CGPA of 2.00 with a rigorous internal assessment, including cases with relevant work experience, or completing a prerequisite subject specified by the University for some non-related qualification profiles. |
Module matching by study area
| Study area | Match possible? | Conditions |
|---|---|---|
| Business and administration | Direct match | A bachelor’s degree in related fields is an accepted entry route (minimum CGPA requirements apply). For non-related fields, entry may be possible with relevant work experience or completion of a prerequisite subject specified by the University. |
Language requirements
International applicants must be proficient in English. If the medium of instruction for your first degree was not English, you must provide evidence of language ability using the tests below.
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 47000 / total program | Master’s programme fees: RM47,000 total programme. Tuition fees are due before the start of each subject you enrol in. |
| Enrolment fee | MYR 700 / one time | Non-refundable enrolment fee of RM700 payable at application. |
| Prerequisite subject fee (if applicable) | MYR 1500 / one time | Prerequisite subject fee: RM1,500 (if applicable). |
| APEL.A T-7 fee (if applicable) | MYR 560 / one time | APEL.A T-7 fee: RM560 (if applicable). |
Proof of financial resources
If you apply for a Malaysian student pass, you may be required to show financial capability as part of the immigration process. The exact amount and format can depend on your student pass category and processing requirements.
- Student pass financial capability requirements as specified by Education Malaysia Global Services (EMGS) and the Malaysian immigration process
- Any sponsor or bank evidence requested by EMGS for your student pass application
Important dates
Application window
| Milestone | January - Winter intake | March - Winter intake | May - Winter intake | July - Winter intake | September - Winter intake |
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| Application portal opens | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Application deadline (final submit) | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Application deadline (EU students) | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Application deadline (Non-EU students) | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
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Pre-application & reviews
| Milestone | January - Winter intake | March - Winter intake | May - Winter intake | July - Winter intake | September - Winter intake |
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| VPD request - recommended | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| VPD result expected | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| APS - recommended | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Start eligibility check | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Document submission deadlines
| Milestone | January - Winter intake | March - Winter intake | May - Winter intake | July - Winter intake | September - Winter intake |
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| Application submission deadline | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Document submission deadline (EU students) | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Document submission deadline (Non-EU students) | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Language certificate deadline | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Official transcripts deadline | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Certified translations deadline | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Postal / hard-copy documents deadline | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Missing documents (if requested) | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
📝 How to Apply
Get a free eligibility check
Email your resume, bachelor’s certificate and transcript (or an APEL.A certificate), and include your IELTS/TOEFL test result if available, to request a free eligibility check. The programme entry requirements and your fit for related or non-related profiles are assessed before you submit a formal application.
Schedule a call with an Education Counsellor
After your eligibility is assessed, schedule a call with an Education Counsellor to confirm the application process and any next steps for your profile. This is especially useful if your first degree medium of instruction was not English or if a prerequisite pathway may apply. Use the university-provided contact process on the official programme pages to arrange your discussion.
Submit your application online
Once your dedicated Education Counsellor confirms your eligibility, submit your application through the university’s official online application system. Complete all application fields and upload the required documents (including passport/ID copy and academic documents). Pay any applicable enrolment fees or charges as instructed during the application/offer stage.