Doctor of Business Administration (D.B.A.)

Doctor of Business Administration (D.B.A.) (By Mixed Mode)

(R/345/8/0141) 05/22 (A8126)

The Doctor of Business Administration (DBA) is a rigorous research-based program that will prepare proven business professionals to expand their breadth of knowledge and abilities in leadership, innovation and customer engagement. The program facilitates the transition toward a new career by developing a comprehensive understanding of the discipline and essential research methods. The program offers a mixed-mode programme with a combination of coursework and research activities. The assessment depends upon both the coursework and dissertation (research work). A doctorate in business prepares you to conduct applied research in specific business disciplines, allowing you to pursue an advanced career in corporations, banks, government agencies, and research-oriented consulting positions.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

A Master’s degree (Level 7, MQF) in related fields as accepted by the HEP Senate; OR
A Master’s degree (Level 7, MQF) in non-related fields as accepted by the HEP Senate, subject to having relevant working experience and rigorous internal assessment; OR
A Master’s degree (Level 7, MQF) in non-related fields as accepted by the HEP Senate and without relevant working experience subject to passing pre-requisite courses; OR
Other qualifications equivalent to a Master’s degree (Level 7, MQF) in the field or related fields recognised by the Government of Malaysia.

ENGLISH LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS

A minimum overall TOEFL score of 550 (paper-based) or 80 (internet-based); OR
A minimum IELTS (academic) overall band score of 6.0; OR
A minimum credit in 1119 English Examination; OR
A minimum MUET overall band score of 4; OR
Any other equivalent qualification as determined by the Senate of the University

The English language requirement and English interview is waived for the candidates who are natives of and/or have completed their Bachelor’s or Master’s degree from countries that use English as the medium of instruction as well as the first language.

PROGRAMME STRUCTURE

Full-Time Structure

Duration of study: Minimum 3 years (1 year of coursework + 2 years of dissertation)
Class sessions: Weekend
No. of semesters per year: 6 short semesters.
No. of subjects taken per short semester: 2 subjects

Part-Time Structure

Duration of study: Minimum 4 years (2 years of coursework + 2 years of dissertation)
Class sessions: Weekend
No. of semesters per year: 6 short semesters.
No. of subjects taken per short semester: 1 subject

Subjects

Accounting Decisions
Global Financial Economics
Ethics and Governance
Leadership
Management Consultancy
Organization Management
Strategic Marketing
Case Methodology
Data Analysis Techniques
Research Methodology
Strategic Management Theory
DBA Dissertation

Note: The above programme structure serves as a general guide.

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PROGRAMME OBJECTIVES AND OUTCOMES

Programme Educational Objectives

This programme aims to produce graduates with the following quality after several years of graduation:

PEO1 Graduates who apply advanced business management knowledge and skills for professionally or socially gainful activities
PEO2 Graduates who apply digital and technical skills in providing novel solutions to complex problems
PEO3 Graduates who exhibit contemporary leadership competence
PEO4 Graduates who engage in lifelong learning in response to the rapid pace of technological and strategic change

Programme Outcomes

Upon graduation, the graduates are expected to achieve or attain the following outcomes:

PLO1: Integrate theories and concepts in business to advance the frontiers of knowledge and/or professional practice
PLO2: Resolve complex problems and contemporary issues by providing novel solutions to business organisations through advanced research
PLO3: Demonstrate the ability to carry out specialised and original research independently and ethically to resolve complex and contemporary business issues
PLO4: Display mastery of written and oral communication and collaborative skills with stakeholders
PLO5: Adapt a broader range of suitable digital applications and analytical techniques for research/work/study
PLO6: Evaluate numerical, qualitative and graphical data to resolve complex problems and contemporary issues in work/study
PLO7: Display professionalism and responsibility in assigned research, projects and tasks
PLO8: Display continuous self-improvement for professional development with entrepreneurial mind-set
PLO9: Perform research adhering to legal, ethical, professional and sustainable practices

STAFF

Dr. Vincent Oh Kim Seng

Head of Unit - PG