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Management & Science University (MSU)

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Malaysia

Management and Science University (MSU) has made a significant impact in higher education, both locally and internationally. Recognized in the University Ranking Malaysia, MSU is celebrated for offering some of the best programs in Malaysia. Their commitment to quality education has earned the Tier 5 Excellence rating twice from the Ministry of Higher Education of Malaysia. Management & Science University (MSU) is recognized for its outstanding rankings, positioning it as one of the premier...

Diploma in Fashion Design

29 months From $ 9,258

Diploma in Graphic Design

29 months From $ 9,278

Diploma in Music Technology

29 months From $ 11,907

Diploma in Patisserie Art

29 months From $ 12,129

Diploma in Music

29 months From $ 11,017

Course name	Duration	Tuition fee
Diploma in Fashion Design	29 months	From $ 9,258
Diploma in Graphic Design	29 months	From $ 9,278
Diploma in Music Technology	29 months	From $ 11,907
Diploma in Patisserie Art	29 months	From $ 12,129
Diploma in Music	29 months	From $ 11,017

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UOW Malaysia KDU University College

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Shah Alam, Selangor, Malaysia

Established in 1983, and a pioneer in Malaysian private education, UOW University has continued to be an innovative leader in being the first SMART University in Malaysia. Through its SMART initiatives, UOW aims to provide a superior learning experience to nurture students to become independent and life-long learners. UOW offers a wide range of programmes at Certificate, Diploma, Degree and Masters levels. The Certificate and Diploma courses are internally developed while the Degree and...

Diploma in Entertainment Arts

2 years From $ 13,616

Course name	Duration	Tuition fee
Diploma in Entertainment Arts	2 years	From $ 13,616

Sunway College

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Selangor, Malaysia

Sunway College is a highly reputable institution of higher learning offering quality and excellence in education locally and internationally. In the three decades and more, Sunway College has achieved several innovative and pioneering initiatives that has played an important part in contributing to the development of private higher education in Malaysia, including: Offering internationally recognised programmes Amongst the first to establish a 22-acre purpose-built college campus in Sunway...

Diploma in Fashion Design Technology (DFDT)

2 years From $ 13,427

Diploma in Digital Creative Content

2 years From $ 12,513

Course name	Duration	Tuition fee
Diploma in Fashion Design Technology (DFDT)	2 years	From $ 13,427
Diploma in Digital Creative Content	2 years	From $ 12,513

Asia Pacific University of Technology and Innovation (APU)

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Kuala Lumpur, WP Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

Asia Pacific University of Technology & Innovation (APU) is Malaysia’s top private university, recognized globally with a QS "5 Stars Plus" rating and ranked in the Top 2.2% of universities worldwide in the QS World University Rankings 2024. Positioned #611-620 globally and #186 in Asia, APU is the #1 choice for international students in Malaysia, ranking #16 globally for international enrollment as of June 2023. Facts about Asia Pacific University ranking (in the latest QS World University...

Diploma in Design and Media

2 years From $ 13,555

Course name	Duration	Tuition fee
Diploma in Design and Media	2 years	From $ 13,555

UCSI University

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Malaysia

UCSI University is a leading private university in Malaysia, ranked #14 in the QS Asian University Rankings (Southeast Asia) 2024 and among the top 300 globally in the QS World University Rankings 2024. UCSI stands out for its strong academic reputation. Founded in 1986 and achieving full university status in 2008, UCSI University has grown into a leading private university, offering industry-driven programs and preparing students for the modern world. UCSI University is recognized globally...

Diploma in 3D Animation Design

2 years From $ 14,508

Diploma in Fashion Design

2 years From $ 14,454

Diploma in Graphic Design

2 years From $ 14,741

Course name	Duration	Tuition fee
Diploma in 3D Animation Design	2 years	From $ 14,508
Diploma in Fashion Design	2 years	From $ 14,454
Diploma in Graphic Design	2 years	From $ 14,741

SEGi University Kota Damansara
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Selangor, Malaysia

SEGi University and Colleges (SEGi) stands as the largest group of higher education institutions in Malaysia, boasting a vibrant community of over 16,000 students hailing from approximately 85 countries worldwide. With an impressive 40% of its student body being international students and a dedicated 9.1% of foreign faculty staff, SEGi offers a richly diverse and inclusive environment for academic growth and cultural exchange. This university has 4 campuses ( UEP Subang Jaya , Kuala...

Sunway University

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Petaling Jaya, Selangor, Malaysia

Sunway University is a leading not-for-profit private university committed to the pursuit of education through scholarship, research and enterprise. It is ranked among the top 2% of universities in Asia and rated as a 5-star institution by Quacquarelli Symonds. The University has also been awarded a 5-Star rating in the SETARA 2017 assessment of Malaysian Higher Education Institutions, and is one of only eleven universities in Malaysia to be awarded the Premier Digital Technology University...

Diploma In Performing Arts

2 years From $ 14,287

Diploma in Graphic and Multimedia Design

30 months From $ 14,447

Diploma in Interior Design

30 months From $ 14,447

Course name	Duration	Tuition fee
Diploma In Performing Arts	2 years	From $ 14,287
Diploma in Graphic and Multimedia Design	30 months	From $ 14,447
Diploma in Interior Design	30 months	From $ 14,447

INTEC Education College

Shah Alam, Selangor, Malaysia

INTEC Education College (INTEC) was established in 1982 as a preparatory centre by MARA University of Technology (UiTM). With a rich knowledge of having to serve both local and international students over more than years INTEC strives to produce globally competent students by providing exceptional quality of education. INTEC has successfully placed students in educational institutions globally especially the UK, the USA, New Zealand, Germany, India and Malaysia. INTEC specialises in full...

Universiti Kuala Lumpur (UniKL)

Malaysia

Universiti Kuala Lumpur (UniKL) is the leading university in engineering technology that aims to upgrade the status of technical education in Malaysia. To that end, we endeavour to equip you with strong technological knowledge and astute entrepreneurial skills that will enable you to soar higher in life and pursue your dream career. Our 12 branch institutes offer various foundation, diploma undergraduate and postgraduate programmes and we strategically located all over Malaysia. UniKL is...

Diploma in Animation

3 years From $ 3,796

Course name	Duration	Tuition fee
Diploma in Animation	3 years	From $ 3,796

Infrastructure University Kuala Lumpur (IUKL)

Selangor, Malaysia

Infrastructure University Kuala Lumpur (IUKL) is the first infrastructure university in Malaysia, focusing on integrating both hard and soft aspects of infrastructure. IUKL is one of the top-ranked universities in Malaysia. It holds a 5-star rating in the Teaching and Facilities category according to the 2020 QS Rating System and is recognized as the only Infrastructure University in Malaysia. For over 20 years, Infrastructure University Kuala Lumpur (IUKL) has been educating scholars in...

Diploma in Corporate Communication

30 months From $ 14,043

Diploma in English for Professional Communication

30 months From $ 13,762

Course name	Duration	Tuition fee
Diploma in Corporate Communication	30 months	From $ 14,043
Diploma in English for Professional Communication	30 months	From $ 13,762

INTI International College Subang

Subang Jaya, Selangor, Malaysia

INTI International College Subang is a leading private institution in Malaysia, ranked #516 in the QS World University Rankings 2025. Established in 1986, the college is renowned for its commitment to career-focused education, offering a wide range of programs in fields such as Engineering & Computing, Business, Arts & Design, and Hospitality. With a pioneering role in the American Degree Programme, INTI Subang has helped students transfer to prestigious universities like Purdue University,...

Diploma in Interior Design

28 months From $ 11,885

Diploma in Interactive Multimedia & Animation Design

30 months From $ 13,126

Diploma in Graphic Design

28 months From $ 12,970

Diploma in Fashion Design

30 months From $ 13,377

Diploma in Immersive Design

28 months From $ 12,989

Course name	Duration	Tuition fee
Diploma in Interior Design	28 months	From $ 11,885
Diploma in Interactive Multimedia & Animation Design	30 months	From $ 13,126
Diploma in Graphic Design	28 months	From $ 12,970
Diploma in Fashion Design	30 months	From $ 13,377
Diploma in Immersive Design	28 months	From $ 12,989

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Multimedia University - (MMU) Cyberjaya

Cyberjaya, Selangor, Malaysia

Founded in 1994 by Telekom Malaysia, Multimedia University (MMU) is Malaysia's first private university and a premier research institution located in Cyberjaya and Melaka. Initially established as the Institute of Telecommunication and Information Technology, it was renamed Universiti Telekom in 1996 before becoming Multimedia University in 1999. MMU has a strong commitment to equipping graduates for the digital future, particularly in the fields of information technology and...

Diploma in 3D Modelling & Animation

27 months From $ 8,771

Diploma in Creative Audio

2 years From $ 8,703

Diploma in Creative Producing

2 years From $ 8,703

Diploma in Cinematography

2 years From $ 8,703

Course name	Duration	Tuition fee
Diploma in 3D Modelling & Animation	27 months	From $ 8,771
Diploma in Creative Audio	2 years	From $ 8,703
Diploma in Creative Producing	2 years	From $ 8,703
Diploma in Cinematography	2 years	From $ 8,703

Universiti Tun Abdul Razak (UNIRAZAK)

Malaysia

Universiti Tun Abdul Razak (UNIRAZAK) was established on 18 December 1997 and is one of the first private universities in Malaysia. UNIRAZAK is wholly-owned by Yayasan Pelaburan Bumiputra, which also owns Permodalan Nasional Berhad (PNB). Since 2012, UNIRAZAK has been under the leadership and guidance of our esteemed Chancellor, YABhg. Tun Ahmad Sarji bin Abdul Hamid. UNIRAZAK is known for its coveted degrees which were jointly-developed in partnership with globally renowned professional...

Sunway College Ipoh

Malaysia

Sunway College Ipoh is a premier private educational institution within the Sunway Education Group (SEG), which is overseen by the Jeffrey Cheah Foundation (JCF). The foundation has given out over RM670 million in scholarships, showing a real commitment to making sure quality education is within reach for everyone. Sunway College Ipoh, part of the prestigious Sunway University Ipoh network, reflects this commitment through its significant scholarship offerings. Sunway College Ipoh is located...

Diploma in Interior Design

3 years From $ 7,973

Diploma in Graphic Design

3 years From $ 8,499

Course name	Duration	Tuition fee
Diploma in Interior Design	3 years	From $ 7,973
Diploma in Graphic Design	3 years	From $ 8,499

City University Malaysia

Malaysia

Established in 1984, City University Malaysia is one of prominent low-cost private universities in Malaysia. It is known for its commitment to providing quality and afforadable education. The university offers a wide range of undergraduate and postgraduate programs across various fields, including business, engineering, technology, health sciences, and social sciences. In global rankings, it is listed among the top 20,000 universities worldwide. Additionally, it received a "COMPETITIVE"...

Diploma in Architectural Technology

3 years From $ 7,783

Diploma in Graphics Design

3 years From $ 7,917

Diploma in Interior Design

3 years From $ 7,917

Course name	Duration	Tuition fee
Diploma in Architectural Technology	3 years	From $ 7,783
Diploma in Graphics Design	3 years	From $ 7,917
Diploma in Interior Design	3 years	From $ 7,917

Universiti Selangor (UNISEL)

Selangor, Malaysia

Established on 23rd August 1999, Universiti Selangor (UNISEL) stands as a pioneering institution in the Malaysian educational landscape. As the first state-owned and managed university in Selangor, its inception was driven by a noble aspiration: to elevate Selangor into a premier educational hub within the region. Despite its governmental backing, UNISEL is uniquely classified as a private university, owing to its distinct funding structure independent of Malaysian federal resources. This...

Diploma in Digital Graphic Design

3 years From $ 5,744

Diploma in Photography Technology

3 years From $ 6,485

Course name	Duration	Tuition fee
Diploma in Digital Graphic Design	3 years	From $ 5,744
Diploma in Photography Technology	3 years	From $ 6,485

The One Academy (TOA)

Malaysia

The One Academy was established in 1991 to deal with a shortage of quality creative workforce. It aimed to develop creative talents for the industry and gained popular traction in only five years. Now it is known as a top international art & design institution with more than 20 years of creative education experience. They are fully accredited by Malaysia Qualifications Agency (MQA) and the Ministry of Education. TOA is carrying affliations with reputable design universities and colleges...

Diploma in Illustration

3 years

Diploma in Advertising and Graphic Design

3 years

Diploma in Digital Animation

3 years

Diploma in Interior Design

3 years

Diploma in Interior Design

3 years

Course name	Duration	Tuition fee
Diploma in Illustration	3 years	Data not available
Diploma in Advertising and Graphic Design	3 years	Data not available
Diploma in Digital Animation	3 years	Data not available
Diploma in Interior Design	3 years	Data not available
Diploma in Interior Design	3 years	Data not available

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Tunku Abdul Rahman University of Management and Technology (TAR UMT)

WP Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

Tunku Abdul Rahman University of Management and Technology (TAR UMT) was founded in 1969 as TAR College to provide higher education opportunities for Malaysians regardless of race, class, or religion. The college sought to meet the increasing demand for human resources in various industries and businesses while providing quality education. The main campus was established in Setapak, Kuala Lumpur, and it has since expanded to five branch campuses in Penang, Perak, Johor, Pahang, and Sabah....

Diploma in Marketing

2 years From $ 6,963

Diploma in Entrepreneurship

2 years

Diploma in Multimedia Design

28 months From $ 7,502

Diploma in Fashion Design

2 years From $ 7,097

Diploma in E-Marketing

2 years From $ 6,963

Course name	Duration	Tuition fee
Diploma in Marketing	2 years	From $ 6,963
Diploma in Entrepreneurship	2 years	Data not available
Diploma in Multimedia Design	28 months	From $ 7,502
Diploma in Fashion Design	2 years	From $ 7,097
Diploma in E-Marketing	2 years	From $ 6,963

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Malaysian Institute of Art (MIA)

Malaysia

Malaysian Institute of Art (MIA) aims at producing trained students to become professional artists, designers, and musicians to fuel their respective industry with their creativity and innovativeness in Malaysia. Since its establishment in 1967 as a non-profit organisation, the institution has been providing a variety of Diploma courses particularly in the areas of art, design, and of course, music with quality and up-to-date contents. Students are given the emphasis on mastering their...

Diploma in Fine Art

3 years

Diploma in Graphic Design

3 years

Diploma in Illustration

3 years

Diploma in Industrial Design

3 years

Diploma in Interior Design

3 years

Course name	Duration	Tuition fee
Diploma in Fine Art	3 years	Data not available
Diploma in Graphic Design	3 years	Data not available
Diploma in Illustration	3 years	Data not available
Diploma in Industrial Design	3 years	Data not available
Diploma in Interior Design	3 years	Data not available

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ALFA University College

Malaysia

ALFA International College is well recognised as being an outstanding college in Malaysia. Its courses in Architecture, Interior Architecture, Graphic Design and Multimedia Design are well known. While it stays true to its image as a design academy, ALFA has expanded its diploma courses offering to include Early Childhood Education in 2010. The programmes offered at ALFA are intentionally recognised and ALFA has successfully prepared its graduates to pursue their career goals and complete...

Diploma in Graphic Design

30 months From $ 7,530

Diploma in Multimedia Design

30 months From $ 8,100

Course name	Duration	Tuition fee
Diploma in Graphic Design	30 months	From $ 7,530
Diploma in Multimedia Design	30 months	From $ 8,100

Taylor's College

Subang Jaya, Selangor, Malaysia

Taylor's College is a leading independent college in Malaysia, recognized for its outstanding pre-university education since 1969. With programs like the Cambridge A Levels and the South Australian Certificate of Education, it has built a strong reputation for academic excellence over the years. As one of the best colleges in Malaysia, Taylor's College offers a variety of pre-university and professional programs that prepare students for higher education and future careers. Taylor's College...

Diploma in Graphic Communication Design

2 years

Diploma in Interior Design

30 months From $ 16,311

Course name	Duration	Tuition fee
Diploma in Graphic Communication Design	2 years	Data not available
Diploma in Interior Design	30 months	From $ 16,311

First City University College

Malaysia

At First City University College which was previously known as KBU International College, keeping a squeaky-clean track record for producing graduates of high employability level, entrepreneurs and award-winners would have been impossible without their top-notch teaching and learning quality. Part of this is due to the dedicated teaching staff who, in general, are somewhat their own experts in the industry they serve, as well as the institution’s collaborations with highly distinguished...

Diploma in Advertising Design

30 months

Course name	Duration	Tuition fee
Diploma in Advertising Design	30 months	Data not available

Erican College

Malaysia

Establishment in 1990, Erican College comes from a rich legacy of teaching, learning and innovation. It is a member of the Erican Education Group, an award-winning comprehensive education provider. Located at a brisk 3-minute walk away from Malaysia’s iconic Twin Towers, Erican College’s city campus is home to students from more than 35 countries. Erican College currently offers courses in a variety of study areas, including information technology, hotel management, accounting, psychology,...

Diploma in Interior Design

3 years

Diploma in Graphic Design

30 months

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Diploma in Interior Design	3 years	Data not available
Diploma in Graphic Design	30 months	Data not available

Saito University College

Malaysia

At Saito University College, more than 2500 students are enrolled in this medium sized university college that offers many course programmes that fall under the School of Design, Saito Security Academy, and School of Management. Several of these courses include Graphic Design, Fashion Design, Multimedia Design, Interior Design, Human Resource, Security Management, Law Enforcement, and many others.

Diploma in Graphic Design

32 months

Diploma in Multimedia Design

32 months

Diploma in Interior Design

32 months

Diploma in Fashion Design

32 months

Course name	Duration	Tuition fee
Diploma in Graphic Design	32 months	Data not available
Diploma in Multimedia Design	32 months	Data not available
Diploma in Interior Design	32 months	Data not available
Diploma in Fashion Design	32 months	Data not available

Equator College

Malaysia

Equator Academy of Art and Design started its operations in 1987 and has since grown to become the largest Art and Design College in the Northern region of Malaysia. Today, it has two campuses in the tropical island of Penang. Penang is ideal as an inspirational environment for students to develop their creativity with its rich cultural heritage. Equator brings out the widest expression of its students' creative talents through its unique cross-disciplinary learning, research and practical...

Diploma in Fashion Design Technology

3 years From $ 10,062

Diploma in Fine Art

3 years From $ 9,164

Diploma In Graphic And Multimedia Design

3 years From $ 9,164

Course name	Duration	Tuition fee
Diploma in Fashion Design Technology	3 years	From $ 10,062
Diploma in Fine Art	3 years	From $ 9,164
Diploma In Graphic And Multimedia Design	3 years	From $ 9,164

Kuala Lumpur Metropolitan University College (KLMUC)

Malaysia

KLMUC IS NOW MERGED WITH UNIVERSITI TUN ABDUL RAZAK (UNITAR). KLMUC Kuala Lumpur Metropolitan University College (KLMUC) is a progressive and innovative higher learning institution with 6 distinctive faculties offering over 40 programmes. Established in 2006, KLMUC currently offers Foundation, Diploma and Master Degree programmes that inculcate ‘Real World Practice’ as a pathway to professional success. KLMUC also prides itself in continuously developing relevant programmes to meet students’...

Diploma in Computer Graphic Design

30 months

Diploma in Product Design

30 months

Diploma in Fashion Design

30 months

Diploma in Interior Design

30 months

Course name	Duration	Tuition fee
Diploma in Computer Graphic Design	30 months	Data not available
Diploma in Product Design	30 months	Data not available
Diploma in Fashion Design	30 months	Data not available
Diploma in Interior Design	30 months	Data not available

IACT College

Malaysia

IACT College, formerly known as Institute Advertising Communication Training (IACT) has over 40 years experience in training and education, making IACT the specialist institute in creative communication. Apart from the specialization of IACT College which is to educate future generation and supply qualified experts in the world of advertising and marketing communication, producing job-ready graduates in the field of Broadcasting, Creative Multimedia and Graphic Design is covered in its...

Diploma in Graphic Design

30 months From $ 8,086

Course name	Duration	Tuition fee
Diploma in Graphic Design	30 months	From $ 8,086

Raffles College of Higher Education Kuala Lumpur

Malaysia

Raffles College of Higher Education Kuala Lumpur (RCHEKL) is part of Raffles Education Corporation- the largest private education group in Asia-Pacific. Different courses are offered at the Kuala Lumpur campus like design, business and psychology. Brand focused design courses maintain practical business skills where attention is placed on gettering designers not technicians. RCHEKL’s business courses attempt students following a business qualification, the chance to study in a creative...

Diploma in Fashion Design

28 months

Diploma in Visual Communication Design

28 months

Diploma in Interior Design

28 months

Diploma in Jewellery Design

28 months

Diploma in Multimedia Design

28 months

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Diploma in Fashion Design	28 months	Data not available
Diploma in Visual Communication Design	28 months	Data not available
Diploma in Interior Design	28 months	Data not available
Diploma in Jewellery Design	28 months	Data not available
Diploma in Multimedia Design	28 months	Data not available

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Limkokwing University of Creative Technology

Malaysia

With its strong presence reaching to 3 continents of the world, Limkokwing University established itself as an international University that accommodates quality learning experience to more than 30,000 students. These students come from all walk of life from over 150 countries in one of its 12 campuses in countries such as United Kingdom, Swaziland, Malaysia, Indonesia, Cambodia, China, and many more. This institution is widely renowned for its established approach to delivering education by...

Diploma in Fashion & Retail Design

3 years

Diploma in Graphic Design Technology

3 years

Diploma in Animation and Multimedia Design

3 years

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Diploma in Fashion & Retail Design	3 years	Data not available
Diploma in Graphic Design Technology	3 years	Data not available
Diploma in Animation and Multimedia Design	3 years	Data not available

Raffles University

Malaysia

The Raffles University (RU) is one of the private universities in Johor State, Malaysia with multi-faculties, that is founded in 2011. RU is an institution which is approved by the Ministry of Higher Education of Malaysia (MOHE) to provide various programmes in AI & Robotics, Arts & Design, Business, Built Environment and Regenerative Design and Social Sciences industry, Raffles University is the University of the Future. We are at the cutting edge of higher education in both teaching and...

Frequently Asked Questions

1. What are the requirements to study a Diploma in Arts & Design in Malaysia?

Entry requirements typically include:

SPM or equivalent qualification (local students).
O-levels or equivalent high school qualification (international students).
English language proficiency (IELTS/TOEFL) for international students.
A portfolio showcasing artistic work (for some programs).

2. Which Malaysian universities offer the best Arts & Design diplomas?

Top Malaysian universities offering Arts & Design diploma programs include Asia Pacific University of Technology and Innovation (APU), Management and Science University (MSU), and Sunway College known for their immersive, industry-focused curriculum and modern facilities. These institutions integrate practical experience to help build your portfolio and skills.

To explore additional programs that align with your specific career goals, check out more about study arts and design in Malaysia for a well-rounded start in creative industries.

3. What are the subjects covered in a Diploma in Arts & Design?

Core subjects usually include:

Design Fundamentals
Visual Communication
Digital Imaging
Art History

4. What career paths are available after completing a Diploma in Arts & Design?

Graduates can pursue roles such as:

Graphic Designer
Illustrator
Multimedia Artist
Art Director

Asia Pacific University of Technology and Innovation (APU)

Sunway College

Asia School of Business (ASB)

The Education University of Hong Kong

SEGi University Kota Damansara

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