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Master of Business Administration

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Quick facts

Duration

2+ years intensive, part-time

Study periods

Jan, Mar, May, July, Sep

Subjects

13 subjects, 7 weeks per subject

International accreditations

Awarded Chartered Management Institute (CMI) Level 7 Diploma accreditation, and is the first non-government-linked private Malaysian university to be accredited by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB).

Future-proof education

Sunway University Online’s Master of Business Administration is designed to provide cutting-edge education with skills for the future, not for the past.

A leading global institution

Sunway University is a QS five-star rated university and ranked in the top 150 universities globally.

Learn from the experts

Benefit from an engaging and interactive education from passionate academics with global experience, backed by top industry experts.

What our students say

“I revived my long-overdue plan to earn my master’s degree and did so with the help of Sunway’s e-learning. The flexibility in schedule allows me to comfortably divide my time between work, family, and studies.”

Nor Azly Mohd Nor

Senior IT Professional | Online MBA Alumnus

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“I was surprised by the amount of attention given to students. We’re provided with Education Counsellors, student facilitators, and lecturers. That’s a lot and I was not expecting it. Sunway University also provides job opportunities and trainings that give out certificates, which is awesome.”

Mamaliele Matasane

Online MBA Alumnus from Ghana

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“I’m able to study and work at the same time, while taking turns with my wife to take care of the kids.”

Ong Jin Yew

Sales and Marketing Manager | Online MBA Alumnus

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“The flexibility in the programme enables me to study at my own pace and time, whilst juggling work and family without having to forego either one. So, it’s a win-win situation.”

Yap Siew Fong

Legal Associate | Online MBA Student

Flexible future opportunity

An MBA degree will enhance your earnings potential while helping build valuable peer networks that unlock future opportunities. The 100% online approach of Sunway University Online’s MBA means you can access that opportunity anytime, anywhere, and from any device.

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A unique learning experience

The Sunway University Online Master of Business Administration is uniquely designed by a partnership of leading academics, industry experts and online learning professionals to deliver a programme fit for the modern business landscape. You will study fundamental leadership skills and strategic frameworks alongside forward-looking opportunities in digital and tech-driven subjects.

Embrace your potential

In a changing business landscape driven by digital disruption and evolving market forces, you need to be committed to upskilling and expanding your experience to succeed. Online MBA subjects from Sunway University not only provide the education to let you excel, but help you build the skills to adapt during a period of remarkable business transition.

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Internationally accredited

The Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB) is the longest-serving global accrediting body for business schools, synonymous with the highest standards of excellence since 1916. Accreditation is awarded to less than 6% of business schools worldwide. The process of attaining accreditation is rigorous and can take years, in keeping with the gold standard that AACSB is renowned for.

Dual accreditation

The globally recognised Chartered Management Institute (CMI) was granted a Royal Charter in 2002, designating it as the standard-bearer for the management profession and the only organisation that can award Chartered status. Sunway University Online MBA students have the opportunity to gain full CMI membership* throughout their studies and beyond, with no additional work needed.

*Fee details here.

LEARN FROM THE BEST

The Sunway Online MBA is delivered by a team of experienced academics, led by the highly respected Dr Arsalan Zahid Piprani.

Dr. Arsalan Zahid Piprani

Department of Management, Senior Lecturer; Online MBA Programme Lead

Dr. Joseph Lim

Dr. Joseph Lim

Sustainability Consultant and Practice Lecturer

Tan Seng Lee CA(M), CPA, MBA, PG Cert AP

Senior lecturer in the Department of Accounting at Sunway University Business School

Dr Rodney Toh

Dr Rodney Toh

Senior Lecturer

Dr Yuka Fujimoto

Dr Yuka Fujimoto, PhD (Monash, Australia) BBus Hons (UQ, Australia)

Professor of Management and Associate Dean – Research and Postgraduate Studies

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course-business

CORE MBA SUBJECTS

Design Thinking and Creative Problem Solving
Foresight Leadership and Management
Economics and Quantitative Analysis
Finance and Accounting for Business Decisions
Managing Technology and Innovation
Marketing Strategy and Technologies
Strategy Frameworks and Sustainability
People and Organisations
Business Research Methods
Managing People, Analytics, and Change

PRESCRIBED ELECTIVE

Leading in the Age of Digital Disruption

Research Project

Research Project I
Research Project II

PREREQUISITE PATHWAY

1. Fundamental Business Studies

Graduate Certificate

Description of the Course + 4 Number of units or continue studying

Graduate Diploma

All units from the Graduate Certificate + 4 Diploma units or continue studying

Master of Health Services Management

All subjects from the Graduate Certificate + 8 subjects from the Master of Health Services Management

Design your MBA degree

The Sunway University Online Master of Business Administration is designed to offer a balance between core business understanding and leadership skills for the future.

You will be guided by a team of leading academics and industry experts to develop fundamental business strategies that address real-world challenges.

You will complete 10 core subjects across various topics, 1 prescribed elective, and 2 research project subjects. Students study 1 subject at a time in 7-week blocks.

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Prerequisite pathway

Students with a non-related bachelor’s degree and without relevant work experience have the opportunity to enrol in the online MBA programme upon the completion of the Fundamental Business Studies prerequisite subject, which can be completed within 7 weeks.

This non-credit bridging subject covers 5 key topics as per MQA programme standards – Managing People, Managing Financial Resources, Understanding Customers and Marketing Concepts, Strategic Planning, and Understanding the Business Environment – and tests students’ ability to study online independently.

CHECK MY ELIGIBILITY

Qualify with APEL.A

Accreditation of Prior Experiential Learning for Access (APEL.A) T-7 is catered to individuals with work experience who want to pursue a master’s qualification, but do not possess a bachelor’s degree.

APEL.A evaluates the experiential learning gained from formal, informal, and non-formal learning to determine an individual’s readiness to join a programme of study – transforming your job experience into an official qualification for entry. Details on APEL.A can be found here.

Eligibility requirements include:

Malaysian citizen
At least 30 years old
Possess at least an STPM/Diploma/equivalent qualification
Possess relevant work experience

Book a call with our Education Counsellors for personalised guidance on getting your APEL.A certification.

Academic Requirement

A bachelor’s degree in a related field with a minimum CGPA of 2.00 out of 4.00 or its equivalent qualifications as accepted by HEP Senate. Applicants with a score of less than 2.50 will be assessed for entry on a case-by-case basis.

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A bachelor’s degree or equivalent in a non-related field with CGPA higher than 2.00, with at least two years' relevant work experience*.

OR

The completion of a prerequisite subject specified by the University for those with a bachelor’s degree in a non-related discipline, with a minimum CGPA of 2.00 as accepted by the HEP Senate, and without relevant work experience.

OR

An APEL.A Certification (T-7) (Recognition of Prior Learning).

*Experience can be cumulative experience gained prior to acquiring a bachelor’s degree or equivalent qualification. However, the experience must be relevant to both the programme’s level of study and content.

English Language Requirement

Applicants whose medium of instruction for their first degree was not English will be required to provide evidence of language ability via an IELTS (average score of 6.0) or TOEFL (score of 600 - paper-based or score of 250 - computer-based) test result.

Fees and Schedule

Five entry points per year, with 26 months of flexible online study.

Master’s programme fees: RM47,000

Enrolment fee: RM700

Prerequisite subject fee (if applicable): RM1,500

APEL.A T-7 fee (if applicable): RM580

Chartered Management Institute (CMI) dual accreditation fee: £170

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ONLINE MBA PROGRAMME FAQS

It is according to the people who have done it! Globally, 96 per cent of MBA graduates regard their degree as good, excellent, or outstanding value according to the Graduate Management Council.

Although there is no guarantee of salary or career outcomes upon completion of an MBA, many graduates are well-placed to take advantage of promotions or higher-paying career opportunities. According to the Graduate Management Admission Council, MBA graduates globally report a salary increase of around 50%.

MBA graduates can access a wide range of future career opportunities, depending on their own goals and aspirations. The overall aim for an MBA graduate is to be able to elevate their career and gain valuable leadership skills. That may translate into running a successful small business or startup, through to an exciting career culminating in leading's multi-national corporation. Our graduates have undertaken diverse and rewarding career paths both locally and overseas. Potential career leadership roles include:

Chief Executive Officer (CEO)
Director of Business Development
Senior Managing Consultant
Marketing/Communications Director
Human Resources Director
Financial Manager
Founder

Sunway University is a respected global institution with significant experience delivering world-class business education to students. Our Online MBA offers a powerful opportunity to improve your career potential. Research by the Graduate Management Admission Council (GMAC), an association of 220 leading international business schools, found that 89% of employers planned to hire MBA graduates in the coming year, with salaries less likely to be impacted by economic disruption.

GMAC research also found that students undertake an MBA for a variety of reasons, including the desire to switch careers, manage people and projects, move into a senior level position, enhance their current role, or start their own business. Research revealed an MBA offered students exciting opportunities in entrepreneurship, with almost 26% of MBA graduates now pursing self-employment.

Sunway Online's MBA can be completed in two years, with part-time study. You will study one subject at a time over seven-week study periods. With five study periods in a year, you can complete your subjects faster and graduate sooner than you would in traditional on-campus study, assuming you maintain the agreed schedule and subject flow.

The standard eligibility criteria for Sunway Online's Master of Business Administration are:

A bachelor’s degree in a related field with a minimum CGPA of 2.00 out of 4.00 or its equivalent qualifications as accepted by HEP Senate. Applicants with a score of less than 2.50 will be assessed for entry on a case-by-case basis, OR
A bachelor’s degree or equivalent in a non-related field with CGPA higher than 2.0, with at least two years relevant work experience, OR
The completion of a prerequisite subject specified by the University for those with a bachelor’s degree in a non-related discipline, with a minimum CGPA of 2.00 as accepted by the HEP Senate, and without relevant work experience, OR
An APEL-A Certification (APEL T-7) (Recognition of Prior Learning)

Applicants whose medium of instruction for their first degree was not English will be required to provide evidence of language ability via an IELTS (average score of 6.0) or TOEFL (score of 600 - paper-based or score of 250 - computer-based) test result

We believe it will, but it’s important to make an informed decision. Why not read our blog article on “Is an MBA Worth It” and explore how it can boost your career? 82% of MBA graduates believe business school boosted their earnings potential.

You can find more about the benefits of an online MBA on our dedicated page, but ultimately the choice is up to you. Many students enjoy an online MBA over an in-person programme for the flexible, accessible opportunities it presents. Read more on our blog article: “Online vs On-campus MBAs”.

Yes! Between 3.3 million and 6 million jobs are expected to be created in Malaysia thanks to Industry 4.0, and up to 4.5 million roles displaced by automation. Learning future business skills is about unlocking opportunity and navigating disruption through data-driven decision making and digital expertise.

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