10 Notable Private Universities in Malaysia Offering MBA Courses

MBA graduates are in demand by most organizations, see why here. In Malaysia there is quite a number of private universities which offer MBA courses, each unique in their own way.

1. APU – Asia Pacific University of Technology & Innovation

APU’s MBA programme is designed to focus on enhancing and enriching management and critical decision-making skills.

Course Name:

• Master of Business Administration (UK Masters Programme)
• MBA in Euro-Asia Business (Dual-Masters Degree Programme)

Cost: Malaysians - RM 29,500 + £250 / International - RM 36,800 (USD 9,200) + £250

Intake: April, August, November

Admission Requirements: Bachelor’s degree with minimum CGPA of 2.50 or equivalent as acceptable by the Senate.

Location: Bukit Jalil, Kuala Lumpur

For more information, click HERE.

2. HELP University

The HELP MBA aims to transform mindsets and developing winning behavior by equipping its candidates with leadership and management competencies.

Course Name: Master of Business Administration (MBA)

Cost: Malaysians - RM 32,400 / International RM 40,728

Intake: April, October

Admission Requirements: A Bachelor’s degree from a recognised university with a CGPA of 2.75, preferably with adequate industry experience; those with a CGPA of less than 2.75 but with 5 years’ relevant working experience are also admissible.

Location: Damansara Heights, Kuala Lumpur

For more information, click HERE.

3. Heriot-Watt University Malaysia Campus

Edinburgh Business School is the Graduate School of Business of Heriot-Watt University. It’s MBA programme, which is designed to meet the needs of busy working professionals who seek an internationally recognized qualification.

Course Name: Master of Business Administration (MBA)

Cost: All students -  RM 58,050 (For both Malaysian and International students)

Intake: September, January

Admission Requirements:  A relevant first or second class Honours degree or a degree qualification, or equivalent qualification recognised by the Malaysian Government, acceptable to the University./ At least two years’ appropriate business experience.

Location: Precint 5, Putrajaya

For more information, click HERE.

4. Infrastructure University Kuala Lumpur (IUKL)

The Faculty of Business and Accounting of IUKL offers a specially designed MBA programme in the areas of Accounting, Finance and Banking, Human Resource Management, Management, Marketing and Project Management.

Course Name: Master of Business Administration (MBA)

Cost: Malaysians - RM 26,800 / International - RM 35,100 (Approximate)

Intake: March, June, September/October

Admission Requirements:

• A Bachelor’s Degree in a relevant field with a CGPA of 2.50 and above from any institution of higher learning recognized by the Malaysian government OR other qualifications approved by the Senate of IUKL.
• Applicants with CGPA below 2.50 must have a minimum 5 years of working experience in relevant fields.

Location: Kajang, Selangor

For more information, click HERE.

5. International University Malaya Wales (IUMW)

At IUMW, the Master of Business Administration programme provides students with quality and globally relevant education in Business.

Course Name: Master of Business Administration (MBA)

Cost: Malaysians - RM 30,420 / International - RM 40,732

Intake: January, April, August, November

Admission Requirements:

• A Bachelor's Degree in any field with at least a CGPA of 2.50; OR
• Fulfill other entry requirements that are recognised by the University Senate; AND
• Must sit for IUMW English Placement Test

Location: Jalan Tun Ismail, Kuala Lumpur

For more information, click HERE.

6. UCSI University

The UCSI University MBA programme is specially designed to provide access to higher learning opportunities for both local and international practitioners and professionals.

Course Name: Master of Business Administration (MBA)

Cost: Malaysians - RM 26,000 / International -  RM 35,000

Intake: January, May, September

Admission Requirements: A bachelor’s degree with minimum CGPA of 2.50 or equivalent / Minimum of 5 years working experience in relevant field

Location: Cheras, Kuala Lumpur

For more information, click HERE.

7. SEGi University

SEGi’s MBA programme is designed for enterprising minds seeking to combine their expertise with general management skills.

Course Name:

• Master of Business Administration (USQ MBA)
• Master of Business Administration (UOS MBA)
• Master of Business Administration (UOG MBA)
• Master of Business Administration in General Management (SEGi & UOS MBA)
• Master of Business Administration in International Business (SEGi & UOS MBA)

Intake: May, July

Admission Requirements:

• At least 23 years of age with an Honours Degree
• Any equivalent internationally recognised degree or professional qualification
• 2 years of management-related work experience.

Location: Kota Damansara & Kuala Lumpur

For more information, click HERE. If you are looking for information about SEGI's other campuses, then click HERE.

8. Nilai University

Nilai University’s MBA programme is designed to educate students in advanced management theories, policies and practices in the wider economy and business environment.

Course Name:

• Master of Business Administration in Human Resource Management
• Master of Business Administration in Management
• Master of Business Administration in Marketing
• Master of Business Administration in Banking & Finance

Cost: All students - RM 24,780

Intake: January, May, October

Admission Requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree (minimum CGPA 2.50) or equivalent
• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent (CGPA below 2.50) AND 5 years of working experience

Location: Nilai, N. Sembilan

For more information, click HERE.

9. Taylor's University

The MBA programme is an academically rigorous, innovative, practical and globally relevant.

Course Name: Master in Business Administration (MBA)

Cost: Malaysians - RM 48,150 / International - USD 16,267

Intake: January, May, September

Admission Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree with CGPA at least 2.5 and minimum 3 years working experience
• Pass with min. CGPA 2.5 and minimum 3 years working experience; or Bachelor’s degree with CGPA 3.5 

Location: Subang Jaya, Selangor

For more information, click HERE.

10. AIMST University

AIMST University provide 3 MBA courses, it is an innovative programme designed for graduates in life sciences to enhance their skills in biotechnology and management.

Course Name:

• Master of Business Administration (General)
• Master of Business Administration (Healthcare Management)
• Master of Business Administration (Biotechnology Management)

Cost: Malaysians - RM 20,000 - RM 23,000 (Approximate)

Intake: January, May, September

Admission Requirements: A recognized first degree that is recognized or an equivalent academic qualification from an overseas establishment approved by the University Senate.

Location: Bedong, Kedah

For more information, click HERE.