Asia Pacific University - (R2/340/6/0544)(08/25)(A6224)
Bachelor of Arts (Hons) in International Business Management
- Delivery: Face to Face
- Study Level: Undergraduate
- Duration: 3 years
This highly-accredited programme is designed to cultivate business leaders with a global perspective and adaptability. It's a collaboration between APU and De Montfort University, offering you valuable dual degrees.
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Course Overview
This programme is designed to equip students with the following skills and knowledge:
- A comprehensive understanding of management activities undertaken by managers in various organisations, with a particular focus on the developments in the international business scene.
- The capacity to develop well-researched, comprehensive solutions to intricate problems in ambiguous and ever-changing global environments.
- Exposure to practical experiences that prepare students for effective management, both domestically and internationally.
- A diverse set of employment skills, such as critical thinking, problem-solving, interpretive skills, and effective written and oral communication.
- The ability to research international business management issues and utilise IT and business applications.
APU-DMU Dual Degree Programme
Students can enrol in the APU-DMU Dual Degree Scheme as part of this programme. This scheme enables students to receive two degree certificates and transcripts upon programme completion: one from Asia Pacific University (APU), Malaysia and the other from De Montfort University (DMU), UK.
Chartered Management Institute (CMI Accreditation)
Students who are enrolled in this APU programme have the opportunity to register for the APU-CMI Dual Accreditation. This means they can also opt-in for a CMI L5 Certificate in Management and Leadership. The certificate will be awarded to the students subject to moderation by CMI.
Paper exemptions
Upon completing this programme, students are eligible for exemptions in the professional bodies below.
- The Malaysian Institute of Chartered Secretaries and Administrators (MAISCA)
- Ten papers exemptions out of 16 papers
- Malaysian Association of Company Secretaries (MACS)
- Ten papers exemptions out of 16 papers
- Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA)
- Four papers exemptions out of 16 papers
Career paths
As graduates of this programme, you have the opportunity to explore a wide range of careers, such as:
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Key Facts
25th July, 2024
24th September, 2024
21st November, 2024
Course Structure
The programme comprises 18 core subjects, 13 specialised subjects including an international business management project, four electives and a 16-week internship (Industrial Training). Students must also complete general studies subjects stipulated by the Malaysian Qualification Agency (MQA) and fulfil credit requirements for co-curricular activities.
- 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
Entry Requirements
Academic Qualification
To meet the entry requirements for the course, you need to fulfil one of the requirements below:
- STPM - Two passes with a minimum grade of C (GP 2.00).
- A-Level - Two passes with a minimum grade of A to D in any two subjects.
- UEC - Five grade B’s in UEC with a pass in English and mathematics.
- Matriculation or Foundation - Passed with a minimum CGPA of 2.00.
- Diploma - For entry to the second year, you should have:
- Successfully completed an APU Diploma; OR
- Successfully completed studies in another recognised institute with academic credits equivalent to Level 1 of an honours degree, subject to the approval of the APU Academic Board.
- Any qualifications accepted by APU as equivalent to the above.
English requirements for international students:
- IELTS: 5.5; OR
- TOEFL IBT: 46; OR
- Pearson (PTE): 51; OR
- MUET: Band 4
Note:
- Students must have a pass in English and mathematics at SPM, O-Level, IGCSE or equivalent.
- The requirement to pass English and mathematics subjects at STPM, A-Level and UEC can be waived should you have qualifications that contain English and mathematics subjects with equivalent or higher achievement.