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

(R3/345/8/1065)(MQA/A3712)

DBA is aimed to enrich practitioners and leaders who demonstrate advanced theoretical and technical knowledge in business and management field. The program focus on researching real business and strategic level issues through a critical review and in depth understanding coupled with innovative integration of broad range skills and entrepreneurial mind-set.

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: 5 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
Organisational Management
Strategic Marketing
Case Methodology
Data Analysis Techniques
Research Methodology
Strategy Management Theory and Practice
DBA Dissertation

1. All subjects are 100% coursework (No exam)
2. MMU is authorized to process APEL C. Maximum 3 subjects to be able to get credit exemption

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 demonstrate technical skills in providing novel solutions to complex managerial 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

TESTIMONIALS

Programme Coordinator

Dr. Norhazlin Binti Ismail

EXTERNAL EXAMINER

Assoc. Prof. Ts. Dr. Teoh Ai Ping

Position/ Occupation: Associate Professor
Affiliation: Graduate School of Business, Universiti Sains Malaysia
Biography: Dr. Teoh Ai Ping holds the qualifications of Doctor of Business Administration, Master of Science (Information Technology), and Bachelor of Accountancy (Hons.). She is also a Certified Risk and Compliance Management Professional by Risk Compliance Association (US) and is Certified in Training with HRDF Malaysia. Via her membership with professional bodies i.e. Malaysia institute of Accountants, Institute of Internal Auditors Malaysia, Association for Computing Machinery US, and Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers US, Dr. Teoh continuously upgrades her knowledge and skills with up-to-date development in her areas of expertise.

INDUSTRY ADVISORY PANEL

Dr. Kasuma Satria

Position/Occupation: Board Member |Chief Human Resources and Sustainability Officer | Corporate Communications Director
Affiliation: AEON Co. (M) Bhd.
Biography: Dr. Kasuma is a business leader with more than 20 years’ experiences growing businesses, developing people and strengthening organisations in Europe and Asia Pacific.