Course Details
Why choose APU?
Dual Degree
APU-DMU Dual Degree Programme
Accreditation
More than just a Business Management Degree
APU's Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Business Management with a specialism in Business Analytics degree is designed to provide you an edge with the latest technologies that are in line with the Industrial Revolution 4.0.
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Upon completion of one of the above degree(s), you will gain added advantage with a Certificate of Participation in the SAP University Alliances.
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Entry Requirements
- 2 Passes in STPM with a minimum Grade C (GP 2.0) and a Pass in English and Mathematics at SPM Level or its equivalent.
- 2 Passes (Grade A-D) in A-Level with a Pass in English and Mathematics at SPM/ O-Level/ IGCSE or its equivalent.
- 5 Grade B’s in UEC with a Pass in Mathematics and English.
- Passed Foundation programme (minimum CGPA of 2.0).
- Successful completion of the APU Diploma or
- Successful completion of studies in another recognised institute with academic credits equivalent to Level 1 of an Honours Degree
Note: The above entry requirements may differ for specific programmes based on the latest programme standards published by Malaysian Qualifications Agency (MQA). The qualification and entry requirements for the programmes will be determined based on the "Comparison List of Equivalency of International Qualifications with SPM (O-Levels equivalent) and STPM (A-Levels equivalent)" published by Malaysian Qualifications Agency (MQA).
- IELTS : 5.5
- TOEFL IBT : 46
- Pearson (PTE) : 51
- MUET : Band 4
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What We Teach
This programme is specifically designed to provide students with:
- An understanding of the context, nature and implications of analytics and its application to business decisions from stakeholder perspectives.
- A comprehensive understanding and application of business analytics across functional areas including finance, accounting, marketing and human resource management.
- Exposure to the theoretical and practical issues of conducting business in a contemporary and future setting with data at the centre of managerial decision making.
- Developing employment skills such as business analysis, problem solving, evidenced based written and oral communication, using data in decision making, and the ability to conduct research into contemporary business analytical issues.
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Degree Level 1
Students will gain basic understanding of the context within which business operate - Management, Law, Accounting, Economics, Entrepreneurship and Marketing. We will also expose them towards business & communication skills, computing & IT skills, quantitative skills, and independent learning. All Business Management programmes have a common first year so that they will get a solid grounding in core business management theories and practices.
Common Modules
- Introduction to Management
- Digital Thinking and Innovation
- Quantitative Skills
- Business and Communications Skills
- Business Economics
- People Management
- Accounting Skills
- Marketing
- Business Law
- Fundamentals of Entrepreneurship
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Degree Level 2
Students will be exposed to more advanced level of curriculum including behavioral science, business ethics & governance, critical thinking in management, and international culture & communications. In-depth understanding in functional management in various areas will be developed as well. They will gain further understanding of core business processes through the industry-leading software supported by SAP and data management. We will further nurture their independent learning to prepare them for the workplace and for further research.
Common Modules
- Behavioural Science in Organisation
- Innovation Process
- Enterprise Resource Planning with SAP Platform
- Business Ethics and Governance
- Delivering Customer Value
- Business Research Methods
Specialised Modules
- Operations Management
- E-Business Management
- Critical Thinking in Management
- Data Analytics in Accounting & Finance
- Data Management
Elective Modules (Choose 1)
- Managing Finance OR Financial Management
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Internship (16 Weeks)
Students will undertake an Internship/Industrial Training for a minimum period of 16 weeks to prepare them for a smooth transition from the classroom to the working environment.
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Degree Level 3
Students will make use of their previous studies and industrial experience to learn about the business management specialize in business analytics, with aims to groom them as a leader in business analytics.
Common Modules
- Strategic Management
- Leadership Theory and Practice
- Venture Building
Specialised Modules
- Data Strategy and Analytics
- Managing Change
- Asian Economics
- Investigation in Business Management
- Contemporary Management
- Global Marketing
- Business Management
- Project
Elective Modules (Choose 2)
- Behavioural Science & Marketing Analytics OR HR Analytics
- Strategic Marketing Planning OR International Strategic Management
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MQA Compulsory Subjects*
- Appreciation of Ethics and Civilisation (M’sian Students)
- Malay Communication Language (Int’l Students)
- Philosophy and Current Issues
- Workplace Professional Skills
- Integrity and Anti-corruption
- Co-Curriculum
(*All students are required to successfully complete these modules as stipulated by the Malaysian Qualification Agency.)
Note: The specialism will appear only in the academic transcript.
The Future is Technology
APU - Leading Digital Transformation in Business, Management & Marketing
The Future is Technology - Every Business needs Future-Ready Digital Talents for the Digital Economy.
As the 4th Industrial Revolution (IR4.0) takes over the world, we are seeing an upward trend of the amalgamation of Digital Technology with Business. As businesses infuse digital technology within their operations, Digital Transformation elevates customer experience, and transforms business models and operating models within the organisation.
“Every Business is Becoming a Technology Business”
- Manju Bansal - Digitalist Magazine - 2018
"By 2025, the total number of digital skills required by workers to perform their jobs is projected to increase over 6 times – from one billion skills today to 6.8 billion skills."
- APAC Digital Skills Index - 2020
"As digital technologies become more prevalent, the digital economy will become the foundation of the modern economy. Accelerating the digital economy is no longer an option but crucial for Malaysia.”
- Malaysia Digital Economy Blueprint - 2021
“The digital economy is expected to continue its significant contribution to the country this year, based on an estimated 19.1 per cent contribution to the GDP in 2019 by the Department of Statistics Malaysia, following a forecast of 6.7 per cent economic growth for 2021 by the World Bank. With the launch of MyDIGITAL, the expected contributions from the digital economy towards the GDP is an estimated 22.6 per cent by 2025.”
- Malaysia Digital Economy Corporation (MDEC) - 2021
For businesses to remain resilient and competitive, they need to innovate, adopt Digital Products, Digital Solutions, have a Digital Growth Strategy, use technology for expansion and growth, as well as equip their workforce with the necessary skill sets to embrace widespread transformation and digital revolution in this Digital Age. The role of “Technology in Business” is vital and technology has challenged and changed every aspect of the way businesses operate at a fast pace. Rapid globalisation has been possible because of technology. Anyone can now do business anywhere in the world with use of high-speed internet, connectivity and presence of well-connected social media. Technology has boosted the development of E-Business, E-Commerce & Digital Marketing and it has brought new dynamics to the globalisation of businesses.
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Collaborative Industrial Partners
Industry-academia collaboration is a strategic necessity to ensure the quality and relevance of our programmes. Through our Industry-Academia Collaboration (IAC) model, we design programmes in collaboration with inputs from the industry, that are also aligned with the government’s initiatives to address the shortage of skilled talents. Over the years, APU has established collaborations with key industry players worldwide; we have been delivering highly-relevant programmes that help us develop skilled and professional graduates for the workforce.
Facilities at APU
The APU Centre Point & Atrium serves as a melting pot of cultures from all over the world. Here, cultural activities are organised regularly at the campus, fostering long-lasting intercultural relationships among APU students, who come from over 130 countries.
Ready, Set, Go.
Whether you are locals or traveling here, we have the options for you to pursue your dreams.
RM32,200
Year 1
RM33,300
Year 2
RM34,300
Year 3
RM99,800
Total for Malaysian
RM33,600
(USD7,815)
Year 1
RM34,800
(USD8,095)
Year 2
RM36,200
(USD8,420)
Year 3
RM104,600
(USD24,330)
Total for International
Programme code : (R2/0414/6/0087)(08/25)(A6223)
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