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The main objective of the DBA programme is designed to prepare future business leaders with in-depth knowledge and research skills in business administration and management.

At the end of the programme, students are able:

  • To develop skills and competencies in the business environment;
  • To evaluate and create new body of knowledge.
  • To demonstrate leadership in organisations.
  • To research and effectively conduct business research and relate its implications to the industry.

Core Courses (28 credits)

  • Managerial Leadership in Asia
  • Accounting and Finance for Decision Making
  • Business Strategy and Policy
  • International Business
  • Marketing and Global Business
  • New Business Venture
  • Research Methods for Business

Programme Structure

Phase 1

Coursework: 28 credits

Phase 2

Research Proposal and Proposal Defense:  10 credits

Research Colloquium before Viva Voce:  10 credits

Dissertation and Viva Voce – PASS: 32 credits

Viva Voce with corrections, if any

Total :80 credits

For Malaysian Students:

  • Possess a recognised Master’s degree in the  relevant field, OR
  • Other qualifications recognised by the AeU Senate.

For International Students:

  • Master’s Degree of relevant field
  • A curriculum vitae (CV) or resume
  • A statement of research intent, describing what you have already done and what you hope to accomplish in your doctoral research. This is your preliminary research intent or research proposal. You may be required to attend an interview in some cases
  • For thesis written in English, there will be an English language competency requirement  equivalent to International English Language Testing System (IELTS) 6.5 or Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) 550 or AeU English Placement test.

Documents Required:

  • Completed application form
  • Scanned copies of your degrees and academic transcripts with certified translation in English
  • One scanned copy of your photo (jpeg, colour, minimum of 1MB)
  • Proof of English proficiency

For international & Malaysian students:

  • AeU Merit Scholarship available for top-performing students
  • 10% discount on tuition fee available through student loyalty schemes For Malaysians Only:
  • 10% discount on tuition fee for full payment of semester fees
  • 50% discount on tuition fee for senior citizens who are 55 years of age & above
  • 75% discount on tuition fee for disabled people
  • EPF withdrawal assistance * RM5,000 personal  income tax relief

*Terms and conditions apply

Programme Facts

 

MQA Accreditation Code : A9673
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Advertising code : JPT/BPP (A 9673) 04/19
Study Mode : Part-Time

  • Fully Online
  • Blended Learning

: Full-Time

Duration : Part-Time

  • Fully Online
    4 Years (12 sem)
  • Blended Learning
    4 Years (12 sem)

: Full-Time

  • 3 Years 9 Months
No. Of Subjects/Coursework : 7
Dissertation : Yes
Frequency of Tutorials (Coursework) : Once a month on weekends with 3 tutorials per subject
Assessment : Assignment: 60%
: Final Exam : 40%
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Last Update: April 10, 2017