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MORE THAN JUST A BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION MASTER PROGRAMME
 | You have the exciting opportunity of enrolling for the APU-CMI Dual Accreditation by registering for a qualification through APU. Students under Master of Business Administration with a specialism in Digital Leadership will have the option to also opt-in for a CMI L7 Diploma in Strategic Management and Leadership Practice which will be awarded subject to moderation by CMI. |
ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
| GENERAL REQUIREMENTS | |
• Bachelor’s degree in related fields with a minimum CGPA of 2.50, 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).
| ENGLISH REQUIREMENTS | |
INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS | • IELTS : 6.0 |
PROGRAMME OUTLINE
This programme is specifically designed to provide:
The Master of Business Administration with a specialism in Digital Leadership empower students with advanced skills to confront the complexities of digital transformation. There is a pressing need for professionals who can seamlessly integrate managerial expertise, digital acumen, and visionary thinking. This programme responds to rapid expansion of this employment sector while nurturing employability competencies.
THE BENEFITS OF THE PROGRAMME |
No Exams 100% Courseworks/ Assignments
- Identify leadership requirements in different situations and demonstrate appropriate leadership capabilities.
- Attain expertise in strategic thinking, essential for navigating the complex business environment. Develop adaptable leadership skills to excel in diverse situations, demonstrating effective leadership capabilities.
- Understand behavioural science, marketing analytics’ skills on tools and business intelligence applications allows digital leaders to track user preferences and strategically offer users towards content which is used to drive potential customers to specific products or advertisements leading to wider and larger market capture for sales.
- Develop proficiency and skills to address the challenges of digital transformation while fostering a comprehensive understanding of modern business processes, enabling success in the digital era.
- Acquire innovative problem-solving techniques to solve global business challenges.
- Demonstrate ability to devise and apply research and investigative methods within major business research paradigms.
- Understand and critically analyse the digital business and management environment.
- Effectively communicate towards different audiences and circumstances via a variety of communication tools and methods.
- Demonstrate the personal effectiveness through effective self-management within the professional environment.
- Demonstrate the ability to learn independently and to take responsibility for continuing professional development.
WHO SHOULD ATTEND |
The Master of Business Administration with a specialism in Digital Leadership is designed for professionals who aspire to excel in leadership roles within the dynamic landscape of digital business. This program is ideal for individuals who wish to understand and navigate the intersection of business strategy, digital technologies, and data analytics. It aims to develop the knowledge and skills using the power of technology and data to excel in today’s digital business environment.
MODULES & PROJECT |
This programme comprises 13 coursework modules and a Project. There are 10 compulsory Core Modules (including Research Methodology module) and 3 specialisation modules.
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PROJECT |
You will be expected to conduct effective research in relation to your area of specialisation (Digital Leadership) for both academic and industry purposes. Either route will require you to plan and conduct an effective individual research and analysis, leading to a significant academic paper, consultancy report or case history.
CAREER OPTIONS
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“MBA GRADUATES CONTINUE TO COMMAND A SALARY PREMIUM COMPARED TO DIRECT FROM INDUSTRY HIRES AND BACHELORS DEGREE HIRES” - GRADUATE MANAGEMENT ADMISSION COUNCIL (GMAC) SURVEY
| “Typically, those applicants with a Master’s degree or MBA will be hired with one or two grades higher than degree holders… about an 8% higher salary depending on the field or industry they plan to join”. - Lee Chun Keat Director of Engineering, Oppstar Malaysia |
The MBA is a popular platform for career progression (Lessler, 2018), providing students with a set of transferable skills and knowledge to allow them to lead and make decisions in management positions. With its emphasis on personal growth, networking and challenging complexity, MBA graduates are well prepared for the future jobs market and the continued demand for MBA talent.
TESTIMONIALS BY OUR MBA GRADUATES
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“APU’s environment well adapted for students’ needs and wants. I learned how to be optimistic and to be a fast learner. It was undoubtedly a life changing experience.”
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COURSE FEES
Malaysian Students | International Students |
RM 31,000 | RM 31,000 (USD 7,750) |
* Fees stated above do not include Enrolment Fees, Registration Fees and other Miscellaneous Fees. Please refer to Fee Guide for details.
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| All information is correct at the time of publication, but is subject to change in the interest of continuing improvement. |
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