INTRODUCTION
PBS aims to nurture future leaders that practise human governance values and principles. PBS also engages in research, consulting, and business development activities.
This MBA Open and Distance Learning (ODL) Programme provides you with the flexibility to pursue your studies alongside other responsibilities. By combining industry-relevant content with interactive online learning and digital resources, you will be able to enhance your strategic and managerial business skills at your own pace ready to take the next step in your career. This programme is carried out completely online and offers students the flexibility of studying from anywhere and at any time over the internet. (MQA/PA 15283)
Disclaimer: PBS reserves the right to change all information at any time without prior notice
ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
- A Bachelor’s degree (Level 6, MQF) in related fields with a minimum CGPA of 2.50 as accepted by the HEP Senate; OR
- A Bachelor’s degree (Level 6, MQF) 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*; 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 with relevant working experience**, subject to a 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
- A pass at Level 7 Accreditation of Prior Experiential Learning (APEL) assessment by Malaysian Qualifications Agency (MQA); OR
- Other equivalent/related qualifications to a Bachelor’s degree (Level 6, MQF) recognised by the Malaysian Government.
All international candidates graduated from degree programmes whereby English is not the medium of instruction must have obtained a minimum of 550 for the TOEFL Paper-based test or 80 for the Internet-based test, or IELTS Band 6.0, or MUET Band 5.0.
Notes:
* Rigorous assessment to evaluate the suitability of an applicant for a programme through statement of purpose, interview and other methods may cover the following criteria:
- Demonstration of strong business experience, and that you have held significant managerial responsibilities.
- Evidence of any achievements in your professional life, for example, consistently performing at a high level, consistent career progression and any impact that you have had on your organisation.
- Professional skills that you have developed, for example, teamwork, leadership, problem-solving, negotiating and analytical skills.
- How you will contribute to your class and what experiences you can bring to the institution.
**Experience can be cumulative experience even before acquiring required qualification for a particular level of study. However, the experience must be relevant to the level of study as well as the content.
***The pre-requisite courses must equip the students with necessary business knowledge (managing people, managing financial resources, understanding customers, understanding environments and strategic planning) of one level lower than the programme level.
DELIVERY OF COURSES
| Trimester | No of Courses |
| 1 | 3 |
| 2 | 3 |
| 3 | 3 |
| 4 | 3 |
| 5 | 1 |
- Lectures are conducted on alternate weekdays evenings ( 8.00 pm – 10.00 pm).
- There will be 2 weeks of inter-trimester break.
- Study duration is 1 year 8 month
PROGRAMME STRUCTURE
List of Courses:
*Choose either one (1)
ELECTIVE COURSES – Choose two (2) only
The structure of the MBA (ODL) programme is as follows:
ELECTIVE COURSES – Choose two (2) only
FEES
Notes:
- All fees are subject to change
- Extension of the duration of study is subject to an administrative fee
* UPDATED 24 MARCH 2022