Programme Highlights
- Internationally benched marked, approved by the Ministry of Education and accredited by the Malaysian Qualifications Agency
- Supported with research workshops, research colloquia and research clinics.
- Access to the physical and digital library comprising of 190,000 e-books, 95,000 e-journals, and 2.4 million e-theses titles.
- Can be converted to PhD based on research progress and subject to AeU Senate Approval.
- Transfer of candidature is possible if compliant requirements are fulfilled.
Learning Outcomes
At the end of the programme, students are able to:
- Evaluate theories and concepts in business and management.
- Resolve complex problems in business and management by providing recommendations through advanced research.
- Demonstrate the ability to carry out research relevant to a business and management context independently, ethically and professionally.
- Demonstrate effective and cogent written and oral communication and collaborative skills with diverse stakeholders.
- Demonstrate relevant digital skills for research
- Assess various quantitative and qualitative research techniques to support decision making and problem-solving in research.
- Display independence, leadership skills and responsibility in managing research.
- Display continuous self improvement for academic and professional development.
- Demonstrate entrepreneurial mind-set and skills in research.
A 9490
(R2-CDL/345/7/0678) (A9490) (01/24)
- Full Time
- Part-Time
- Fully Online
- Blended Learning
Full-Time: 2 years (6 semesters)
Part-Time 3 years (9 semesters)
Once a month
- Saturday & Sunday
Research Areas
- Sustainability Management
- Business Intelligence
- Digital Transformation
- Leadership
- Innovation
- Entrepreneurship
- Economics
- Organisational Management
- Finance and Technology
- Digital Marketing
- Project Management
- Corporate Governance
Audit Subjects
- Research Methodology
- Quantitative Data Analysis
- Qualitative Data Analysis
Programme Delivery
Stage 1 : Proposal Development
Stage 2 : Data Collection
Stage 3 : Report Writing
Stage 4 : Thesis Examination / Viva Voce
Required Skills for Master Students by Research
Be independent: This is a learner-centred Master’s programme that requires students to conduct their research independently, with approved supervisory assistance as needed and in compliance with university’s stipulated guidelines to complete all required phases/stages.
Be tenacious:This research based thesis may take up to 2 years, but students must be committed to complete the programme within stipulated time without penalty.
Be effective in time management: Students need to prioritise and manage tasks effectively to ensure completion of one task before moving on to the next. Goal-focus and consistency are essential to achieving commitment-success.
Adapt to challenges: Invariably, students may face obstacles and challenges in completing their research, but they must be flexible and resolute to overcome difficulties immediately.
Communicate effectively: To earn recognition as a serious master student and a researcher, students must be confident in delivering the Research Proposal Defense, Viva Voce and completed thesis on time and effectively.
A 9490
(R2-CDL/345/7/0678) (A9490) (01/24)
- Full Time
- Part-Time
- Fully Online
- Blended Learning
Full-Time: 2 years (6 semesters)
Part-Time 3 years (9 semesters)
Once a month
- Saturday & Sunday
DIRECT ENTRY
- Bachelor’s degree (Level 6, MQF) in related fields with a minimum GPA of 2.75 as accepted by the HEP Senate; OR
- A Bachelor’s degree (Level 6, MQF) in related fields with a minimum GPA of 2.50 and not meeting GPA of 2.75 can be accepted, subject to rigorous internal assessment****; OR
- A Bachelor’s degree (Level 6, MQF) in related fields with a minimum GPA of 2.00 and not meeting GPA of 2.50 can be accepted, subject to a minimum of 5 years relevant working experience***** and rigorous internal assessment****: OR
- A Bachelor’s degree (Level 6, MQF) in non-related fields with a minimum CGPA of 2.50 as accepted by the HEP Senate, subject to having relevant working experience***** and rigorous internal assessment****; OR
- A Bachelor’s degree (Level 6, MQF) in non-related fields with a minimum CGPA of 2.00 and not meeting 2.5 as accepted by the HEP Senate, subject to a minimum of 5 years relevant working experience***** and rigorous internal assessment****; OR
- A Bachelor’s degree (Level 6, MQF) in non-related fields with a minimum CGPA of 2.00 as accepted by the HEP Senate and without relevant working experience, subject to passing pre-requisite courses******; OR
- Other qualifications equivalent to a Bachelor’s degree (Level 6, MQF) recognized by the Malaysian Government.
ELCR Band (International Students Only):
- Achieve minimum Band 4 in MUET OR its equivalent to CEFR (Mid B2)
APEL ENTRY
- This applies to candidates who are:
- At least 30 years of age in the year of application
- Possess a minimum of STPM / Diploma/equivalent
- Possess relevant working experience
A 9490
(R2-CDL/345/7/0678) (A9490) (01/24)
- Full Time
- Part-Time
- Fully Online
- Blended Learning
Full-Time: 2 years (6 semesters)
Part-Time 3 years (9 semesters)
Once a month
- Saturday & Sunday
For Malaysian and International students:*
- 10% discount on tuition fee available through student loyalty scheme
For Malaysian students only:*
- 50% discount on tuition fee for senior citizens who are 60 years of age & above
- 75% discount on tuition fee for the disabled
- EPF withdrawal assistance
*Terms and conditions apply
For more details on the discounts and financial incentives, click HERE.
A 9490
(R2-CDL/345/7/0678) (A9490) (01/24)
- Full Time
- Part-Time
- Fully Online
- Blended Learning
Full-Time: 2 years (6 semesters)
Part-Time 3 years (9 semesters)
Once a month
- Saturday & Sunday
