Doctor of Business Administration (DBA)
Course overview
Qualification | Doctoral Degree (PhD) |
Qualification Subtype | Doctor of Business Administration (DBA) |
Coursework / Research | Research |
Study mode | Full-time, Part-time |
Duration | 3 years |
Intakes | January, April, May, June, August, October, December |
Tuition (Local students) | $ 12,150 |
Tuition (Foreign students) | $ 12,150 |
Subjects
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Business
About
This program is tailored for executives, professionals, and leaders to equip them for digital transformation by:
- Utilizing innovation and technology for problem-solving, guided by the principles of Design Thinking.
- Engaging in practical coaching and fostering an entrepreneurial mindset through in-class activities and additional value-driven opportunities.
- Gaining insights from thought leadership sessions conducted by experienced academic staff and industry experts.
- Collaborating and learning in a dynamic, interactive, and world-class environment.
- Preparing for the future and empowering them to drive digital transformation within their organizations
The APU DBA program equips professionals to navigate the challenges of a Volatile, Uncertain, Complex, and Ambiguous (VUCA) digital world. It enhances decision-making, strategic thinking, and problem-solving skills, while refining research capabilities for strategic planning, policy development, and risk management.
With a unique focus on digital and technology-driven leadership, the program prepares leaders to adapt to future uncertainties. Endorsed by the Malaysian Institute of Accountants (MIA), the DBA fosters advanced business knowledge, insights into contemporary issues, and the analytical skills needed to address complex problems.
Admissions
Intakes
Fees
Tuition
- $ 12,150
- Local students
- $ 12,150
- Foreign students
Estimated cost as reported by the Institution.
Application
- $ 33
- Local students
- $ 155
- Foreign students
Student Visa
- $ 532
- Foreign students
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Entry Requirements
MINIMUM ENTRY REQUIREMENT | |
• Master’s degree in related fields, or its equivalent qualification as accepted by the Senate. |
Note: The above entry requirements may differ for specific programmes based on the latest programme standards published by Malaysian Qualifications Agency (MQA).
MINIMUM ENGLISH REQUIREMENTS | |
INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS |
• IELTS : 6.0
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Curriculum
PRE-REQUISITE MODULES
(FOR NON-BUSINESS STUDENTS: DURATION: 1 MONTH (FULL-TIME) / 2 MONTHS (PART-TIME)
- Managing People
- Understanding Customers
- Managerial Finance
- Business Environment & Strategic Planning
MODULES
- Strategic Management for Integrated Value Creation
- Accounting and FinTech in Digital Transformation
- Advanced Marketing Intelligence and Research
- Research Methodology
- Leadership and Organisational Science
- Digital Thinking and Innovation Management
- Data Science and Business Analytics
- Quantitative Research OR Qualitative Research
- Digital Business Transformation
- Global Economic and Business Issues
- Dissertation