Fast track your admission into our Master of Business Administration programme with APEL.Q at UNITAR!
If you’re a Malaysian working adult carrying relevant work experience, you have the power now to accelerate your way directly into postgraduate excellence and own world-class accolades today, creating your mark as an impactful changemaker!
Thinking of taking a Master of Business Administration (MBA) online? Chances are, you’re planning your future while balancing work and family responsibilities. Most distance learning MBA programmes have a combination of synchronous (on-campus learning) and asynchronous learning (study flexibility at any time), which is why many working professionals will benefit from online MBA schedules that are adaptable to unpredictable work-life schedules.
Browsing for online MBA courses in Malaysia? At UNITAR International University, we offer the Master of Business Administration – Online course for students to pursue higher education in business operations without giving up on their current jobs and family time
> Why Study UNITAR’s Online MBA Programme
A distance learning MBA course can enhance your marketability as a professional, increasing the number and quality of job opportunities. MBA graduates have the advantage of applying to a variety of organisations and enterprises due to their knowledge and skills in managing businesses in the midst of our fast pace and changing economy. An MBA graduate will also be equipped with business leadership skills as well as knowing how to build a professional network
> QS 5-Star Rating for Online Learning
There is a danger of falling prey to online courses that are not certified. However, here at UNITAR International University, our Master of Business Administration online programme is accredited by the Malaysian Qualifications Agency (MQA) and approved by the Ministry of Education Malaysia. Being the first university in Southeast Asia to receive a QS 5-star rating for online education, you can be assured of quality online learning through our online MBA course. Not only will you possess the convenience of studying outside campus, but you can also study each course module at your own pace.
> HRDF Claimable and EPF Withdrawal Available
Our MBA course in online mode allows applicants to claim the study cost from the Human Resources Development Fund (HRDF). We also accept applicants to fund their online MBA studies via their EPF Account II Withdrawal.
> Business Leadership Series
Every MBA programme is designed to teach leadership skills in a business setting. Whether you have plans to become the CEO of your company or at your employer’s enterprise, you will definitely benefit from our engagement with industry leaders for the latest business updates and emerging trends.
> Work-Based MBA
Effective learning consists of both theoretical knowledge and practical application in real-world scenarios. Your online mentors will assign work-based projects to drive practical learning experience and problem-solving skills.
> Gain Entry Admission via APEL
Through APEL you can take advantage of your prior work experiences to gain admission to UNITAR’s Master of Business Administration – Online course, with a further opportunity to reduce your study duration and costs.
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Achieve a minimum Band 4 in MUET OR equivalent to CEFR (Mid B2)
Business Intelligence & Analytics
Integrated Marketing
Strategic Supply Chain Management
Fintech Leadership
Service Management
Last Updated: November 2025
A specialism lets you customise your MBA by focusing on the business area that excites you most.
It gives you the competitive edge—equipping you with industry-ready skills and expertise that align with your career ambitions and open doors to greater opportunities.
Business Intelligence & Analytics
Focuses on data-driven decision-making, predictive modelling, and business performance analysis to enable strategic insights and evidence-based management.
Integrated Marketing
Equips learners with advanced knowledge in digital branding, omnichannel strategies, social media analytics, and consumer engagement in a digital-first marketplace.
Strategic Supply Chain Management
Develops expertise in logistics, procurement strategies, sustainability in operations, and global supply chain optimisation to strengthen organisational competitiveness.
FinTech Leadership
Centres on financial innovation, digital payments, blockchain, and regulatory technology (RegTech), preparing learners for leadership roles in the evolving financial ecosystem.
Service Management
Enhances competencies in customer experience design, quality management, and service operations with a focus on value co-creation and service excellence.
You must select your specialism when submitting your application to enrol in this programme. For any questions, you may click the WhatsApp icon at the bottom right.
Last Updated: November 2025
