COURSEWORK PROGRAMME

DOCTOR OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION

The DBA degree programme is a rigorous doctoral programme by coursework. It is specifically tailored to provide executives, professionals, and leaders in both private and public sectors with the opportunity to pursue a postgraduate degree beyond that of an MBA. The UNIMAS DBA is an extremely challenging yet highly rewarding level of education that ensures you are equipped with the most up-to-date knowledge in business research, theories, and trends. This positions you as an expert scholar practitioner in your organisation. To achieve this, the UNIMAS DBA programme provides a team of experienced academicians and practitioners to guide you throughout your doctoral journey.
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Duration of the Programme

Candidate may complete the DBA programme within a duration of 3-6 years on a full-time basis and 4-8 years on a part-time basis. The DBA programme is based on a trimester system; February, June and October in an academic year. All teaching and learning activities are conducted during the weekends (Saturday and Sunday) for both modes of study (full-time and part-time).

Admission

DBA programme is based on trimester system; February, June and October in an academic year. Application is open throughout the year and can be done online via:
https://oas.ia.unimas.my

Who Should Apply

The programme aims at providing opportunities to various group of potential candidates such as:
Employers and entrepreneurs who intend to enhance their marketing, management, leadership, organisational skills and performance. Employees from relevant sectors of industries who are determined to develop their human capital and expand their social network for better job performance and prospects.

Facilities and Resources

  • Perpustakaan Tun Abdul Rahman Ya’kub (PeTARY)
  • Computer labs equipped with relevant hardwares and softwares for practical purposes
  • Online learning support
  • Dedicated and experienced Professors,
  • Associate Professors, Senior Lecturers in business, finance, accounting, marketing, management, economics and etc. are facilitating courses in this programme
  • Knowledge sharing from industrial practitioners

Entry Requirement

  • 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
  • Other equivalent/related qualifications to a Bachelor’s degree (Level 6, MQF) recognised by the Malaysian Government For international students
  • A minimum Band 4 in MUET or equivalent to CEFR (Mid 87); IELTS Score of 6.0 or its equivalent (e.g. TOEFL iBT - 60) is required

Malaysian Applicant
  • A Master’s degree (Level 7, MQF) in related fields as accepted by the HEP Senate; OR
  • A Master’s degree (Level 7, MQF) in non-related fields as accepted by the HEP Senate, subject to having relevant working experience and rigorous internal assessment; OR
  • A Master’s degree (Level 7, MQF) in non-related fields as accepted by the HEP Senate and without relevant working experience, subject to passing pre-requisite courses; OR
  • Other qualifications equivalent to a Master’s degree (Level 7, MQF) recognized by the Malaysian Government.

International Applicant
  • For international students, a minimum IELTS Score of 6.0 or its equivalent(e.g TOEFL– 525; TOEFL Computer Test – 196; TOEFL IBT – 60; MUET Band 4) is required.

Programme structure

Core Modules

EBD7014 Business Strategy and Leadership
EBD7034 Strategic Global Marketing
EBD7054 Strategic Financial and Risk Management
EBD7064 Global Business Economics
EBD7074 Advanced Research Methodology
EBD7084 Advanced Data Analysis
EBD7094 Industry 4.0 and Business Innovation
EBD7104 Business Consultancy and Training
EBD7114 Government, Public Policy and Sustainable Business
EBD7124 Seminar in Corporate Management
EBD7164 Strategic Human Resource Management
EBD71412 Dissertation I
EBD71516 Dissertation II

Electives Modules (Study 2 only)

EBD7024 Strategic Corporate Entrepreneurship OR
EBD7134 Corporate Governance and Corporate Social Responsibility
EBD7174 Organizational Behaviour OR
EBD7044 Operations Management

Course Fee

Full Time Study

Malaysian student RM40,658.00
International student RM61,140.00

Part Time Study

Malaysian student RM41,004.00

Note

The fees is to be paid in eight (8) trimesters. Students will have to pay further administrative fees and recurring fees if they extend theirstudies. Dissertation examination (viva-voce) fees is RM2,000.

Further Information

Dr Mohd Khairul Hisyam bin Hassan

Programme Coordinator
Faculty of Economics and Business
Universiti Malaysia Sarawak
94300 Kota Samarahan, Sarawak, Malaysia.
Tel: +6 082 584395 
Mobile: +60 12 674 6175
Email: hmkhisyam@unimas.my 
Website: http://www.feb.unimas.my