University of Wollongong Malaysia - N-DL/341/7/0785(10/26) MQA/PA 14824
Master of Business Administration ODL
- Delivery: Online
- Study Level: Postgraduate
- Duration: 16 months
Delivered via open and distance learning, this CIM-accredited MBA programme is suitable for busy professionals.
Course Overview
UOW Malaysia's open and distance learning (ODL) Master of Business Administration empowers students to explore cutting-edge research and knowledge generation at their own pace, anytime and anywhere. With OpenLearning, a renowned learning management system (LMS), you can access interactive and impactful MBA modules through ODL.
Job-ready skills, relevant to industry
Through industry partnerships and the inclusion of specific modules, UOW Malaysia KDU School of Business allows students to build connections with future employers and implement their acquired skills in practical settings. The training encompasses various areas, from financial literacy to insights on retail and customer service, people management and other relevant operational areas.
Professional accreditation
This programme is recognised by the Chartered Institute of Marketing (CIM), the world’s largest professional marketing body. Students can specialise in Marketing Leadership and sit for the CIM examination. This specialisation prepares graduates to take on more strategy marketing leadership roles and respond efficiently to marketing challenges in today's dynamic business environment.
Graduates are equipped to pursue in-demand roles across different industries, from medium-sized enterprises to multinational corporations, such as:
- Project Manager
- Business Development Manager
- Account Manager
- Financial Analyst
- Investment Banker
- Strategic Planning and Operations Manager
- Marketing Manager
- Chief Technology Officer
- Management Consultant
- Human Resources Manager
- General Manager
Key Facts
17th May, 2024
9th September, 2024
Course Structure
The ODL Master of Business Administration programme consists of six core modules, five Marketing Leadership specialisations, one elective, an MBA research project and a dissertation submission.
- Business Economics
- Accounting and Finance for Managers
- Marketing Management
- Human Resource Management
- Research Methodology
- Strategic Management
Intake Dates
- 12th January 2024
- 17th May 2024
- 9th September 2024
Fees
Local student/international student
RM25,150 (full time/part time)
Fees are estimation on overall completion of the programme. In any cases where there are credit exemptions, offered rebates or approval of scholarship applications, there may be a reduction in the fees. Fees for international students may differ from those for local Malaysian students.
Entry Requirements
Academic Qualification
To apply for this course, you must meet either one of the criteria below:
- A bachelor’s degree with a minimum CGPA of 2.75 or an equivalent qualification.
- Candidates without a minimum CGPA of 2.50 can be accepted with a minimum of five years' relevant working experience, subject to institutional approval.
English Language Requirements
An applicant is required to possess a sufficient level of English language proficiency by obtaining one of the following:
- Local student: a minimum MUET overall band score of 5.
- International student: a minimum band score of 6.0 in IELTS, 60 (IBT) or 488 (PBT) in TOEFL, or a score of 59 and above for the Pearson English test.
If the English language requirements are not fulfilled, additional English module(s) may be taken at UOW Malaysia.