Program Overview

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Executive MBA Program

Overview

The Asia School of Business (ASB) Executive MBA Program offers a transformative 16-month journey tailored for busy professionals. Through a blend of modular and hybrid weekend classes, you’ll gain the skills and knowledge essential to thrive in today’s global economy.

Benefit from a rigorous curriculum aligned with the quality of MIT Sloan, providing access to esteemed faculty worldwide. With half of your courses led by ASB faculty based in Asia, you’ll gain unique regional insights.

Are you ready to embark on a journey that will elevate your career and professional development? Join the ASB Executive MBA Program today.

Curriculum

Students are required to complete a minimum of 40 credit hours, including three electives, two practicums (one domestic & one international), 3 weeks at MIT Sloan and Learning in Action. Additionally, students complete a core that has been handpicked by the faculty to ensure EMBA students graduate with the skills they need to run a business.

We aim to deliver the best of both worlds: the reputation and rich academic history of MIT Sloan and the uniquely Asian perspective of ASB. Modeled on MIT Sloan’s curriculum, the EMBA provides each student with a general business degree, blending classical business foundations with cutting-edge theory and application.

Our courses are taught by a mix of award-winning visiting MIT faculty and resident ASB faculty who research, consult, and teach in Asia. Our ASB faculty also carry the added distinction of being International Faculty Fellows at MIT.

Required Core Courses

• Operations Management
• Organizational Behavior & Leadership
• Marketing
• Data Analytics
• Managerial Economics
• Competitive Strategy
• Finance & Accounting
• System Dynamics
• Negotiations
• Entrepreneurship
• HR Management
• Ethics and Corporate

Elective Courses

In person & Online Electives available

Approximately 12 – 15 electives offered each academic year

Sample of current electives include:

• Scenario Planning
• Systems Optimization
• Strategies for People Analytics
• Platforms, Auctions & Competition through Games
• Advanced Data Analytics
• Political Economies
• Energy: Markets, Policies and Sustainability
• Managerial Accounting
• Legal Tender: Histories of Law & Money
• Portfolio Management
• Supply Chain Fundamentals

Career Impact

Step into a transformative experience at ASB and continue to build upon your leadership capability. The academic curriculum, combined with hands-on coursework, professional development workshops, executive coaching, and exposure to diverse political, cultural, and strategic perspectives, is designed to help you expand your leadership skills.

With a focus on both academic frameworks and real-world industry experience, ASB is dedicated to helping you become the best leader you can be. Here are some of the supports that we offer:

• Professional Development
• Executive Coaching & Personal Development
• Synergizing Work and Study
• Lifelong Career Support

Fee

RM180,000 (USD43,000)

The fees listed below apply to the 2026 EMBA intake and may be subject to change. The 16-month ASB MBA tuition fees are inclusive of:

• 16-Month Tuition
• Accommodation
• Visa & Insurance

Required Deposits:

• Enrollment Deposit : If you are admitted to the EMBA program, you will be required to pay anenrollment deposit of MYR10,000.

Financial Aid

The EMBA program is an investment in your career. We see this investment as a partnership between you, your employer, and the Asia School of Business. While ASB does not directly provide financial aid, we offer support and guidance throughout your EMBA journey.

We are happy to meet with your company’s HR Team to discuss the program, the benefits, and what can be gained by sponsoring a student.

FAQ

Here is a collection of frequently asked questions that can help you understand more about the program. If you have additional questions about the admissions process or the MBA program, please email .

General Program Questions

• What is the length of the Executive MBA (EMBA) program?
• What is the size of the EMBA program? How many students are there in the class?
• What is the current class profile?
• Does the MBA degree come from ASB or MIT?
• What does MIT Affiliate Alumni status mean?

Executive MBA Curriculum

• Who teaches EMBA classes at ASB?
• In what format are EMBA classes delivered?
• What is Learning in Action?
• What is a Practicum?

Admissions Qualifications/Criteria

• What is ASB looking for in an Executive MBA candidate?
• Does the Executive MBA only accept applicants with work experience?
• What is the minimum requirement to apply to the Executive MBA Program?
• Is the GMAT/GRE/EA Required for Executive MBA Program?

Admissions and Interview Process

• Is there a preference towards certain jobs before graduate business school?
• What are the criteria by which the Admissions Committee evaluates applicants?
• How does the Admissions process work?
• How important is the interview in the final admissions decision?

Transcripts & Degree Certificates

• Do I need to submit copies of my transcripts?
• Do I need to submit copies of my diploma(s)/ degree certificate(s)?

Test Scores

• Which test scores are required?
• How is the letter of recommendation submitted?

Cover Letter and Recommendations

• Should I only include professional experience and goals in the cover letter and essays or also include personal interests to provide a more complete picture?
• Should I focus on past achievements or future goals?

Career Development

• What does Career Development Office mean for the Executive MBA?
• I am thinking of a career change. How easily can I make a career transition after ASB?

Scholarships and Financial Aid

• How are applicants evaluated for ASB fellowships?
• What other scholarships are available?

Re-applying to ASB

• When re-applying, will the admissions committee review both the current and past year’s applications?
• What is the biggest mistake you have seen a re-applicant make?
• How do you evaluate a re-applicant’s submission differently than a first-time application?