The Diploma in Business Administration is designed to equip students with practical business knowledge, management skills and digital competencies required in today's global business environment.

Key Benefits

• Comprehensive understanding of business operations, management and administration.
• Curriculum with a strong technology and digital business focus.
• Develop leadership, communication and analytical skills.
• Gain practical knowledge in marketing, finance, entrepreneurship and international business.
• Learn through case studies, projects and business simulations.
• Develop critical thinking and problem-solving abilities.
• Opportunity to progress directly into Level 2 of selected APU bachelor's degree programmes (subject to credit transfer requirements).
• Learn from experienced academics and industry professionals. 

Programme Structure

Semester 1

• Academic Research Skills
• Digital Thinking and Innovation
• Managing Business
• Practical IT Skills

Semester 2

• Professional Communications
• E-Business
• People Management
• Quantitative Methods

Semester 3

• Statistical Method
• Marketing
• Business Economics

Semester 4

• Strategic Management & Ethics
• International Business
• Introduction to Accounting
• Fundamentals of Entrepreneurship

Semester 5

• Consumer Behaviour
• Digital Supply Chain
• Internet Applications
• Organisational Behaviour

Semester 6

• E-Commerce
• Principles of Banking and Finance
• Legal Framework of Business

Additional Requirements

• General Studies modules (as required by MQA)
• Co-Curricular Activities

Disciplines / Areas of Study

The programme develops knowledge and practical skills in:

• Business Administration
• Business Management
• Marketing
• Human Resource Management
• Accounting Fundamentals
• Entrepreneurship
• International Business
• E-Business
• Digital Supply Chain
• Consumer Behaviour
• Organisational Behaviour
• Banking and Finance
• Business Law
• Business Analytics Fundamentals
• Digital Business Practices

Programme Highlights

• Technology-enhanced business curriculum.
• Strong focus on digital business and innovation.
• Industry-relevant business case studies.
• Practical learning and business projects.
• Development of leadership and communication skills.
• Pathway into Year 2 of selected APU bachelor's degrees.
• Experienced academic staff.
• International learning environment.
• Excellent graduate progression opportunities. 

Career Outcomes

Graduates may pursue entry-level positions such as:

• Administrative Executive
• Business Administrator
• Office Executive
• Sales Executive
• Marketing Executive
• Customer Relationship Executive
• Human Resource Assistant
• Business Development Executive
• Retail Manager
• Operations Assistant
• Finance Administration Assistant
• Entrepreneur / Small Business Owner

Latest Updates (2026)

• Updated curriculum with stronger emphasis on digital business, e-commerce, digital supply chains and entrepreneurship.
• International student intakes available in September and November 2026.
• Eligible graduates can progress directly into Level 2 of selected APU business degree programmes.
• APU continues to be recognised globally, with more than 90,000 graduates and alumni and 268 awards in 2025. 

Special Requirements

• No specific subject prerequisites beyond the published admission requirements.
• Students must complete all General Studies modules and co-curricular requirements to graduate.
• A personal laptop is recommended for assignments, presentations and online learning activities.

Visa Requirements (International Students)

International students enrolled in this full-time on-campus programme must obtain a Malaysian Student Pass before beginning their studies.

The application generally requires:

• Valid passport
• APU Offer Letter
• Academic transcripts and certificates
• English language proficiency evidence (if applicable)
• Passport-sized photographs
• Student Pass application through Education Malaysia Global Services (EMGS)
• Medical examination
• Medical insurance
• Issuance of the Student Pass and i-Kad upon arrival in Malaysia