Program Overview

MASTER OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION (ODL)

Programme Overview

The Raffles University Master of Business Administration (MBA) programme offers a compelling opportunity for professionals seeking to enhance their business expertise and career prospects. Its unique blend of theoretical foundations and practical applications equips students with the skills necessary to excel in real-world business environments. By fostering a diverse student body, the program encourages the exchange of cultural and industry insights, enriching the learning experience and enhancing problem-solving abilities.

Programme Structure

• RU FOUNDATION PROGRAMME: 1 Year
• RU DIPLOMA PROGRAMME: 2 Years (Credit Transfer available)
• RU BACHELOR'S DEGREE PROGRAMME: 3 Years
• MASTER OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION: 1 Year 4 Months / Part-Time (Conventional or ODL)
• DOCTOR OF PHILOSOPHY IN BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION: 3 - 6 Years / Part-Time (Conventional or ODL)

Programme Details

• Programme Length: 1 Year 4 Months (Full Time) / 2 – 4 Years (Part Time)
• Programme Mode: Coursework Mode
• Programme Delivery Mode: Conventional or Open Distance Learning
• Programme Credit: 42 Credit Hours
• Intakes: January / May / September

Programme Modules

FULL-TIME (1 YEAR 4 MONTHS)

• YEAR 1
  • Accounting for Decision Making
  • Organisational Behaviour
  • Information System Management and Strategy
  • Managerial Economics
  • Marketing Management and Strategy
  • Financial Management
  • Ethics, Corporate Governance and Social Responsibilities
  • Strategic Management
  • Research Methodology
  • Business Analytics
• YEAR 2
  • Human Resource Management
  • Operations & Quality Management
  • Project

PART-TIME (2 - 4 YEARS)

• YEAR 1
  • Accounting for Decision Making
  • Organisational Behaviour
  • Marketing Management and Strategy
  • Financial Management
  • Strategic Management
  • Information System Management and Strategy
  • Managerial Economics
• YEAR 2
  • Ethics, Corporate Governance and Social Responsibilities
  • Human Resource Management
  • Operations & Quality Management
  • Business Analytics
  • Research Methodology
  • Project

Career Opportunities

• CEO
• CIO
• Management Analyst
• Management Consultant
• HR Director
• Marketing Director
• CFO
• COO
• Advertising Specialist
• Marketing Research Analyst
• Financial Analyst
• Credit Analyst

Entry Requirements

• A Bachelor’s Degree (MQF Level 6) in related fields with a minimum CGPA of 2.50 as accepted by the HEP Senate
• A Bachelor’s Degree (MQF Level 6) in related fields with a minimum CGPA of 2.00 and not meeting CGPA of 2.50 can be accepted, subject to a rigorous internal assessment
• A Bachelor’s Degree (MQF Level 6) in non-related fields with a minimum CGPA of 2.00 as accepted by the HEP Senate and with relevant working experience, subject to a rigorous internal assessment
• A Bachelor’s Degree (MQF Level 6) 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
• Other equivalents/related qualifications to a Bachelor’s degree (MQF Level 6) recognised by the Malaysian Government

English Requirement

• MALAYSIAN ENGLISH ENTRY REQUIREMENT
  • Completed a Bachelor’s Degree in English
  • IELTS: 6.0
  • TOEFL: 550
  • TOEFL Essentials (Online): 8.5
  • TOEFL iBT: 60
  • PTE: 59
  • MUET: Band 4
  • Cambridge English / Linguaskill: 169
• INTERNATIONAL STUDENT ENGLISH ENTRY REQUIREMENT
  • Completed a Bachelor’s Degree in English
  • IELTS: 6.0
  • TOEFL: 550
  • TOEFL Essentials (Online): 8.5
  • TOEFL iBT: 60
  • PTE: 59
  • MUET: Band 4
  • Cambridge English / Linguaskill: 169

Fee Structure

• Application Fee: RM1,000
• Indicative Tuition Fee: RM42,600
• Total Fee: RM43,600 (Approx. USD 10,000)

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