This programme is tailored for professionals working in or aspiring to enter the oil, gas, energy, and related sectors. It combines strategic business management with industry-specific knowledge, enabling graduates to lead complex projects, manage operations, and support organisational transformation in the global energy industry.

Key Reasons to Choose This Programme

• 100% online learning with flexible scheduling.
• Designed for working professionals and international learners.
• Combines core MBA knowledge with specialised oil and gas management subjects.
• Develop leadership, strategic planning, and project management skills for the energy sector.
• No written examinations – assessment is based on coursework and assignments.
• Modular learning structure with one module studied at a time.
• Practical research project addressing real industry challenges.
• Study through Microsoft Teams and Moodle from anywhere in the world. 

Programme Structure

Pre-Requisite Modules (For Non-Business Graduates)

• Managing People
• Understanding Customers
• Managerial Finance
• Business Environment & Strategic Planning

Core MBA Modules

• Organisational Behaviour
• Accounting & Finance for Managers
• Managerial Economics
• Technology Management
• Global Strategic Management
• Human Resource Management
• Statistical Decision Making
• Entrepreneurship
• Research Methodology
• Digital Management & Technology Transformation

Oil and Gas Management Specialisation Modules

• Oil and Gas Economics
• Oil and Gas Project Management
• Strategic Management in the Oil and Gas Industry

Individual Research Project

Students complete an applied researc

Disciplines / Specialisations Offered

The programme develops expertise in:

• Oil and Gas Management
• Energy Economics
• Oil and Gas Project Management
• Strategic Energy Management
• Petroleum Business
• Operations Management
• Supply Chain Management
• Risk Management
• Energy Policy
• Sustainable Energy Management
• Leadership and Organisational Strategy
• Business Analytics for Energy

Programme Highlights

• Ranked among the Top 2% of Universities Worldwide.
• Malaysia's Premier Digital Tech University.
• 100% Online Open & Distance Learning.
• Flexible part-time study designed for professionals.
• No examinations – assessment through coursework and assignments.
• Industry-focused curriculum tailored to oil, gas, and energy management.
• Practical research project addressing real business issues.
• Modular learning with one module approximately every two months.
• Online learning through Microsoft Teams and Moodle.

Career Outcomes

Graduates are prepared for leadership roles such as:

• Oil and Gas Operations Manager
• Petroleum Project Manager
• Energy Business Consultant
• Oil and Gas Supply Chain Manager
• Upstream Operations Manager
• Downstream Operations Manager
• Energy Strategy Manager
• HSE (Health, Safety & Environment) Manager
• Energy Risk Analyst
• Procurement Manager (Oil & Gas)
• Business Development Manager (Energy Sector)
• Energy Investment Consultant
• Corporate Strategy Manager
• Oil and Gas Entrepreneur

Visa Requirements for International Students

For students studying entirely online from their home country:

• A Malaysian Student Pass is generally not required, as there is no physical attendance requirement in Malaysia.

If students later transfer to an eligible on-campus study mode, they will normally need to:

1. Receive an official APU Offer Letter.
2. Apply for a Malaysian Student Pass through Education Malaysia Global Services (EMGS).
3. Submit passport copies, academic transcripts, English language documents, and supporting documents.
4. Complete the required medical examination.

Latest Updates (2026)

• The programme continues to be delivered as a 100% Online Open & Distance Learning (ODL) qualification.
• Minimum study duration: 2 years 6 months.
• 2026 intakes: 21 August 2026 and 30 October 2026.
• Modules are delivered on a modular basis, with each module typically running for approximately two months.
• Live online meetings and consultations are conducted through Microsoft Teams, supported by asynchronous learning on Moodle

Special Requirements

Applicants should note:

• Students from non-business backgrounds may be required to complete pre-requisite modules before beginning the MBA.
• The programme concludes with an individual research project focused on solving a real business challenge in the oil, gas, or energy sector.
• A reliable internet connection and suitable computer equipment are essential for successful participation in the online learning environment.