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APU BA in Business Management provides students with a comprehensive understanding of the core principles, strategies, and practices that drive modern business operations. This program typically covers areas such as finance, marketing, human resources, operations, and strategic management. Its application extends to various sectors, from running small businesses to managing departments within multinational corporations.
Program Outline
APU BA in Business Management aims to equip students with:
- A clear understanding of how managers work and the important tasks they do in different types of companies.
- A chance to come up with smart solutions for business problems, especially when things are changing or unclear.
- Learning about the newest areas in Business Management and how they all work together to make a company strong in the market.
- Learning many job skills like thinking clearly, solving problems, understanding complex ideas, communicating well in writing and speaking, using computers and technology for business, and finding out more about topics related to business management.
Degree Level 1
In year 1, students will obtain a foundational knowledge of the environment in which businesses function, encompassing areas like Management, Law, Accounting, Economics, Entrepreneurship, and Marketing. Additionally, APU aims to introduce them to vital business and communication abilities, computer & IT expertise, numerical proficiency, and the art of self learning. All their Business Management courses share a unified initial year to ensure students receive a robust base in both business management principles and methodologies.
Common Courses
- Introduction to Management
- Accounting Skills
- Business and Communications Skills
- Business Economics
- Business Law
- Digital Thinking and Innovation
- Fundamentals of Entrepreneurship
- Marketing
- People Management
- Quantitative Skills
Degree Level 2
In year 2, students will study more advanced topics like how people behave (behavioral science), rules for good business (business ethics & governance), how to think carefully about management, and how to communicate with people from different countries (international culture & communications). They will also learn more about how to manage different parts of a business. In addition, they will use special software from a company called SAP to understand how businesses work better. APU will also help them learn on their own, which is important for when they start working or want to study more.
Common Courses
- Behavioral Science in Organization
- Business Ethics and Governance
- Business Research Methods
- Delivering Customer Value
- Enterprise Resource Planning with SAP Platform
Specialized Courses
- E-Business Management
- Critical Thinking in Management
- Employee Development
- International Culture and Communications
- Operations Management
Elective Courses (Choose 2)
- Managing Finance OR Financial Management
- Commercial Law OR Company Law
Internship
To bridge the gap between academic and professional worlds, students will experience an Internship or Industrial Training for at least 16 weeks. This ensures they transition smoothly from academic settings to real world jobs.
Degree Level 3
Students will build upon their earlier learning and work experience to enhance their knowledge in addressing current and challenges in business management. They will receive training in leadership and high level management techniques, preparing them to step into roles as business leaders. In their final year, they will begin a project on a chosen topic, showcasing both their theoretical and applied skills in that selected field of study.
Common Courses
- Strategic Management
- Leadership Theory and Practice
Specialized Courses
- Asian Economics
- Business Management Project
- Contemporary Management
- Entrepreneurship
- Investigation in Business Management
- Managing Change
- Managing People and Performance
Elective Courses (Choose 2)
- Corporate Finance OR Building Customer Relationship
- Strategic Marketing Planning OR Innovation Management and New Product Development
MQA Compulsory Subjects
- Appreciation of Ethics and Civilization (Malaysian Students)
- Malay Communication Language (Int’l Students)
- Philosophy and Current Issues
- Workplace Professional Skills
- Integrity and Anti-corruption
- Co-Curriculum
APU-DMU Dual Degree
Students enrolled in the Bachelor’s Degree Program are presented with the opportunity to join the APU-DMU Dual Degree Scheme. By choosing this pathway, upon graduation, students will be awarded two Degree Certificates & Transcripts: one from Asia Pacific University (APU) in Malaysia and another from De Montfort University (DMU) in the UK.
| Duration | Intakes |
| 3 Years (6 Semesters) |
14 Mar 2024 | 25 Jul 2024 24 Sep 2024 | 21 Nov 2024 |
Admission Requirements
| General Requirements | |
| Direct Entry to Level 1 of Degree | |
| STPM | 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. |
| A-Level | 2 Passes in A-Level with a Pass in English and Mathematics at SPM/ O-Level/ IGCSE or its equivalent. |
| UEC | 5 Grade B’s in UEC with a Pass in Mathematics and English. |
| Foundation/ Matriculation | Passed Foundation program (minimum CGPA of 2.0). |
| Direct Entry to Level 2 of Degree | |
| Diplomas | • Successful completion of the APU/APIIT Diploma or • Successful completion of studies in another recognized institute with academic credits equivalent to Level 1 of an Honors Degree (Subject to the approval of the APU/APIIT Academic Board) |
English Requirements for International Students
- IELTS : 5.5
- TOEFL iBT : 46
- Pearson (PTE) : 51
- MUET : Band 4.0
Career Options
- Business Development Manager
- Logistic and Supply Chain Manager
- Operations Manager
- Procurement Manager
- Project Manager
- Sales and Marketing Manager
- Market Researcher
- Business Consultant
- Business Research Analyst
- Entrepreneur
- General Administrator
Course Fees
| Malaysian Students | International Students |
| Year 1: RM 29,800 | Year 1: RM 29,800 (USD 7,270) |
| Year 2: RM 30,900 | Year 2: RM 31,500 (USD 7,680) |
| Year 3: RM 31,800 | Year 3: RM 32,200 (USD 7,855) |
| Total: RM 92,500 | Total: RM 93,500 (USD 22,805) |
