MBA, Master of Business Administration

Programme Learning Outcomes                            
 

(PLO 1)                  

Apply advanced knowledge, skills, and management techniques to effectively navigate complex business administration challenges in a globalized business landscape. (Knowledge and understanding).

(PLO 2)                  

Employ critical thinking and analytical skills to solve business administrative problems using systematic scientific approaches and methods. (Cognitive skills).

(PLO 3)                  

Implement technical and practical skills to manage work in a sustainable manner, considering economic, social, and environmental factors. (Practical skills).

(PLO 4)                  

Demonstrate strong social responsibility and awareness towards environmental and societal issues. (Interpersonal skills).

(PLO 5)                  

Communicate ideas and rationales effectively and persuasively to diverse audiences. (Communication skills).

(PLO 6)                  

Integrate and utilize a wide range of digital technologies and software applications to enhance business practices and drive efficiency. (Digital skills).

(PLO 7)                  

Analyze and interpret numerical and graphical data with proficiency to inform sound decision-making. (Numerical skills).

(PLO 8)                  

Exhibit strong leadership qualities, autonomy, and independence in the workplace. (Leadership, autonomy, and responsibility).          

(PLO 9)                  

Foster continuous self-improvement and professional development through lifelong learning. (Personal skills).          

(PLO 10)                  

Apply managerial and entrepreneurial skills to make effective decisions making in business context. (Entrepreneurial skills).

(PLO 11)                  

Uphold high ethical standards and professional conduct in managing tasks across local and global contexts. (Ethics and professionalism).

First semester/Year 1:

17 Weeks

• Business Research Method (BMU4014)
• Accounting for Managers (BMU4023)
• Leadership in Organisation (BMU4033)
• Management Information Systems (BMU4043)
• Strategic Management (BMU4053)

Second semester/Year 1:

17 Weeks

• Managerial Economics (BMU4063)
• Business Analytics (BMU4083)
• Operation and Technology Management (BMU4093)
• Project Paper (BMU4999)

Third semester/Year 1:

9 Weeks

• Marketing Management (BMU4073)
• Human Resources Management (BMU4103)

Choose one from the following

• Project Management (BMU4113)
• Digital Marketing (BMU4123)

Programme Duration

Full Time

• Minimum 1 year
• Maximum 2 years

Part Time

• Minimum 2 years
• Maximum 4 years

Entry Requirements

1. A Bachelor’s degree (Level 6, Malaysian Qualification Framework, MQF) in related fields with a minimum CGPA of 2.50 as accepted by HEP Senate; OR
2. A Bachelor’s degree (Level 6, MQF) in related fields with a minimum CGPA of 2.00 and not meeting a CGPA of 2.50 can be accepted, subject to a rigorous internal assessment*; OR
3. A Bachelor’s degree (Level 6, MQF) in non-related fields with a minimum CGPA of 2.00 accepted by the HEP Senate and with relevant working experience**, subject to rigorous internal assessment*; OR
4. A Bachelor's degree (Level 6, MQF) in non-related fields with a minimum CGPA of 2.00 as accepted by the HEP Senate and without relevant working experience, subject to passing pre-requisite courses**; OR
5. Other qualifications equivalent to a Master’s degree (Level 6, MQF) recognised by the Malaysian Government. 

Notes:                         
                      
* Rigorous assessment to evaluate the suitability of an applicant for a programme through statement of purpose, interview and other methods may cover the following criteria: 

1. Demonstration of strong business experience, and that you have held significant managerial responsibilities. 
2. Evidence of any achievements in your professional life, for example, consistently performing at a high level, consistent career progression and any impact that you have had on your organisation. 
3. Professional skills that you have developed, for example, team work, leadership, problem-solving, negotiating and analytical skills. 
4. How you will contribute to your class and what experiences you can bring to the institution. (Lancaster University, 2021)

English Requirement

Achieve a minimum Band 4 in Malaysian University English Test (MUET) OR any equivalent to Common European Framework of Reference for Languages, CEFR (B2)

MYR 12,000                         
(Local Students)

MYR 15,000                         
(International Students)

Professors

Dr. Mohamad Nizam Yusof (PhD in Project Management, Universiti Sains Malaysia, M.Sc in Project Management, Universiti Sains Malaysia, B.Sc in Information Studies, Universiti Teknologi Mara)

N O R A S H I K I N B I N T I B A H A R O M, (DOCTOR OF PHILOSOPHY (ECONOMICS): Universiti Utara Malaysia (UUM), MASTER OF ECONOMICS: Universiti Utara Malaysia (UUM), BACHELOR OF ECONOMICS (HONOURS): Universiti Utara Malaysia (UUM))

Rai Rake Setyawan (Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) Behavioral Management, University of Nueva Caceres, Philippines, M.S.A. Management, The University of Notre Dame, Australia, Graduate Diploma in Information Systems, Edith Cowan University, Australia, S.E. Economy Development, Universitas Lampung, Indonesia)

ROHANA HUSIN (Doctor of Philosophy (Technology, Operation & Logistics) Universiti Utara Malaysia, Master Science of Information Technology Universiti Utara Malaysia, Bachelor of Information Technology (Hons) Universiti Malaysia Sarawak)

Awanis Ku Ishak (PhD in Organizational Behavior, Universiti Utara Malaysia, Master in Business Administration, Universiti Utara Malaysia, Degree in Marketing, University of Southern Queensland, Australia, Diploma in Marketing Research, University of Southern Queensland, Australia)

ZAHRI HAMAT (Bachelor of Accounting (BAcc), Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia, Master of Business Administration (MBA), Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia, Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D), Universiti Sains Malaysia)

Mohamad Zainol Abidin Adam (B.Sc. Universiti Pertanian Malaysia, PGDip University Of Wales, Aberystwyth, United Kingdom, M.B.A. University Of Wales, Aberystwyth, Wales, United Kingdom., D.B.A. Universiti Utara Malaysia.)

Zaini Abdullah (Adv. Diploma Buss. Admin Institut Teknologi MARA, Baccalaureate Bachelor of Business, Western Illinois University, Illinois, USA, MBA, Western Illinois University, Illinois, USA, PhD, University of Memphis (USA)- Universiti Utara Malaysia)

Rushami Zien Yusoff (BBA Business Administration, Western Illinois University, USA, MBA Business Administration, Western Illinois University, USA, Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) Management Marketing, University of Bradford, UK)