This programme combines international business management with global supply chain management, equipping students with the knowledge and practical skills needed to manage international logistics, procurement, sourcing, operations, and global business networks. It is designed to prepare graduates for leadership roles in multinational organisations operating in increasingly complex global supply chains.

Key Benefits

• Combines international business knowledge with modern supply chain management practices.
• Learn global sourcing, procurement, logistics, inventory management, and international trade.
• Develop strategic decision-making and analytical skills for managing global operations.
• Gain practical exposure to Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) through the SAP University Alliances programme.
• Study current issues such as digital supply chains, international logistics, and AI-enabled business processes.
• Complete a 16-week industrial internship with industry partners.
• Opportunity to graduate through the APU-DMU Dual Degree Scheme, receiving degree certificates from APU (Malaysia) and De Montfort University (United Kingdom).
• Industry-focused curriculum designed with employer input to enhance graduate employability.

Programme Structure

Degree Level 1 – Business Foundations

Students develop a strong understanding of business management principles and global business operations.

Core Modules

• Digital Thinking and Innovation
• Quantitative Skills
• Business and Communications Skills
• People Management
• Business Economics
• Fundamentals of Accounting
• Marketing
• Business Law
• Fundamentals of Entrepreneurship
• Introduction to Management

Degree Level 2 – International Business & Supply Chain

Students develop knowledge of global operations, logistics, and international business environments.

Common Modules

• Behavioural Science in Organisations
• Digital Marketing
• Innovation Process
• Business Research Methods
• Delivering Customer Value
• Managing Finance

Specialised Modules

• Operations Management
• International Culture and Communications
• International Business Law
• International Business
• E-Business Management
• Applied Artificial Intelligence for Business

Degree Level 3 – Strategic Supply Chain Management

Students study advanced international business strategy and global supply chain operations.

Common Modules

• Venture Building
• Global Marketing
• Managing People and Performance

Specialised Modules

• Strategic Management
• Project Management
• Global Banking and Finance
• Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP)
• Managing International Supply Chain
• Investigations
• Managing Change
• Leadership Theory and Practice
• Final Year Project

Disciplines / Specialisation Offered

This programme offers one specialist pathway:

• Supply Chain Management

Key study areas include:

• International Supply Chain Management
• Global Logistics
• Procurement and Sourcing
• Inventory Management
• Operations Management
• International Trade
• Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP)
• Global Banking and Finance
• International Business Law
• Applied Artificial Intelligence for Business

Career Outcomes

Graduates are prepared for careers such as:

• Global Supply Chain Manager
• International Logistics Manager
• Procurement and Sourcing Manager
• Operations Manager (Global/Regional)
• Inventory and Warehouse Manager
• Demand Planning Manager
• Export and Import Manager
• Supply Chain Analytics Manager
• Project Manager (Supply Chain)
• International Business Development Manager
• International Trade Executive
• Supply Chain Consultant
• Business Operations Manager
• Entrepreneur / International Business Founder

Student Visa Requirements

International students must obtain a Malaysia Student Pass (Student Visa) before commencing studies.

Typical requirements include:

• Valid passport
• Official APU Offer Letter
• Academic transcripts and certificates
• Proof of English language proficiency (where applicable)
• Passport-sized photographs
• Medical examination
• Student Pass application through Education Malaysia Global Services (EMGS)
• Proof of sufficient financial support
• Mandatory medical and health insurance

Programme Highlights

• Ranked among the Top 2% Universities Worldwide
• Malaysia's Premier Digital Tech University
• Students from 130+ countries
• Three-year honours degree
• Specialisation in Supply Chain Management
• Strong focus on international logistics, procurement, and global operations
• 16-week industrial internship
• SAP University Alliances participation certificate
• Option to graduate through the APU-DMU Dual Degree Scheme
• Industry-focused curriculum integrating international business with supply chain management
• Excellent graduate employability in multinational organisations
• Scholarships available for eligible international students.

Latest Updates (2026)

• The programme has been enhanced to reflect the growing demand for professionals with expertise in global supply chains, international logistics, procurement, digital business, and AI-enabled operations management.
• Students benefit from specialised modules including Managing International Supply Chain, Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP), Applied Artificial Intelligence for Business, and International Business Law, ensuring graduates are equipped for modern global business environments.
• The programme includes a compulsory 16-week industrial internship and offers the APU-DMU Dual Degree Scheme, enabling eligible students to graduate with degrees from both Asia Pacific University (Malaysia) and De Montfort University (United Kingdom).
• International tuition fees for 2026 are RM 108,500 (excluding applicable SST), with intakes available in September and November 2026.