School of Management and Business
Bachelor of Business Administration (Honours) ODL
Programme Overview
This programme is designed to cultivate future-ready graduates with a strong foundation in management principles, leadership, and strategic decision-making. Graduates of this programme will be equipped with professional and entrepreneurial skills that go beyond classroom learning, enabling them to thrive in diverse industries, whether managing teams, optimizing resources, or driving innovation. With its flexible module delivery, digital-driven curriculum, and industry-relevant pathways, the programme also serves as a strong platform for postgraduate studies or further specialisations in General, Logistics, Human Resource Management, Marketing, Management, and International Business.
- Multiple Pathways for a Future-Ready Education
Customise your journey with pathways in General, Logistics, Human Resource, Marketing, Management, and International Business while benefiting from the flexibility of ODL to learn at your own pace. - Comprehensive Curriculum with Flexible Learning
Gain broad-based business expertise alongside practical applications, supported by an ODL mode that ensures accessibility without compromising on quality. - Digital-Driven Learning for Industry 4.0
Go beyond theory with hands-on projects, seminars, and real-world case training. Structured around AI, Big Data, and IoT, the programme equips you with future-focused digital skills and the confidence to lead in the new business era.
Progression Pathways
Graduates of the Bachelor of Business Administration (Honours) (ODL) can progress to postgraduate business studies, including:
- Master of Business Administration
- Master of Business Administration (ODL)
Additionally, graduates may explore advanced business studies or research opportunities at other universities locally or internationally, in areas such as strategic management, entrepreneurship, finance, marketing, operations, or leadership, providing flexibility to specialise and advance their careers in academia, consultancy, or senior executive roles.
Entry Requirements
| STPM | Pass with a minimum of 2 subjects at Grade C (GP 2.00) and pass Mathematics and English at SPM or its equivalent |
| STAM | Pass with a minimum of Grade Jayyid and pass Mathematics and English at SPM or its equivalent |
| UEC | Pass with a minimum of 5 subjects at Grade B and pass Mathematics and English, OR pass SPM Mathematics and English |
| A-LEVEL | Pass with a minimum of 2 subjects at Grade D and pass Mathematics and English at SPM or its equivalent |
| MATRICULATION/
FOUNDATION |
Pass with a minimum CGPA of 2.00 |
| DIPLOMA | Pass Level 4, MQF with a minimum CGPA of 2.00 |
| ADVANCED DIPLOMA | Pass Level 5, MQF with a minimum CGPA of 2.00 |
| DIPLOMA KEMAHIRAN MALAYSIA (DKM)
DIPLOMA VOKASIONAL MALAYSIA (DVM) |
Pass subject to HEP Senate / Academic Board approval. |
| OTHERS | Any other equivalent qualifications recognised by the Malaysian Government |
English Requirements
| CEFR | Low B2 |
| MUET | Band 4 |
| IELTS | 5.5 |
| TOEFL (iBT) | 46 |
| TOEFL Essentials (Online) | 8.0 |
| PTE | 51 |
| Linguaskill Online | 160 |
| ELS English | 108 |
Programme Structure
Year 1
- Business Mathematics
- Business Statistics
- English For Professional Communication
- Financial Accounting
- Microeconomics
- Operations Management
- Principle of Information System
- Principles of Management
- Principles of Marketing
Year 2
- Business Ethics
- Business Finance
- Business Law
- Digital Technologies in Business
- E-Commerce
- Entrepreneurship
- Macroeconomics
- Organisational Behaviour
- Research Methods for Business
Year 3
- Corporate Governance
- Elective 1
- Elective 2
- Elective 3
- Elective 4
- Financial Statement Analysis
- Introduction to Investment
- Project Management
- Strategic Management
Year 4
- Business Intelligence
- Elective 5
- Elective 6
- Elective 7
- Elective 8
Mata Pelajaran Umum (MPU)
- Bahasa Kebangsaan A**/ Introduction to Psychology*
- Bahasa Melayu Komunikasi 2 (Non-Malaysian) / Penghayatan Etika dan Peradaban (Malaysian)
- Co-curriculum
- Integrity and Anti-corruption
- Philosophy and Current Issues
Courses and assessments may change due to curriculum updates. For the latest information, please consult our counsellors.
Notes
- *For students (including Non-Malaysian) who are not required to take Bahasa Kebangsaan A .
- **For Malaysian students who did not achieve credit for Bahasa Melayu in Sijil Pelajaran Malaysia (SPM)
- For electives, students may choose from their selected specialisation pathway and complete all listed electives. (Please refer to next page)
Specialisation Pathways (Students are required to choose ONE)
General
- Human Resource Management
- Internet Marketing
- Introduction to International Business
- Management Accounting
- Marketing Management and Planning
- Negotiation Skills Management
- Organisational Change Manage
- Strategic Brand Management
Management
- Business Analytics for Decision Making
- Human Resource Management
- International Cross-Cultural Management
- Introduction to International Business
- Negotiation Skills Management
- Organisational Change Management
- Risk Management
- Strategic Brand Management
International Business
- Business Analytics for Decision Making
- Export Management
- Freight Forwarding
- Global Marketing
- International Cross-Cultural Management
- Introduction to International Business
- Shipping Management
- Supply Chain Management
Marketing
- Advertising and Promotion Management
- Business Analytics for Decision Making
- Consumer Behaviour
- Global Marketing
- Internet Marketing
- Service Marketing
- Strategic Brand Management
- Strategic Marketing Management
Human Resource Management
- Business Analytics for Decision Making
- Compensation Management
- Human Resource Development
- Human Resource Management
- Human Resource Planning and Staffing
- Industrial Relations
- Occupational Safety and Health Management
- Performance Management
Logistics and Supply Chain Management
- Air Transport and Management
- Business Analytics for Decision Making
- Inventory Control and Management
- Principles of Logistics Management
- Purchasing and e-Procurement
- Sea and Maritime Management
- Supply Chain Management
- Warehouse and Material Management
Notes Students who choose a specific pathway: Human Resource, Logistics, International Business, or Marketing, are required to complete the designated pathway courses.
Assessment
- Continuous assessments and final examination
- Online distance learning: lectures and tutorial sessions
Future Pathways
Area of Application
- Auditing, taxation and financial reporting
- Consulting, management consulting, business analysis and project management
- Entrepreneurship or working in startups
- Government for policy development and economic analysis
- Investment banking, corporate finance, financial analysis and risk management
- Market research, brand management, advertising and sales
- Non-profit organisations in management and leadership roles
Career Opportunities
- Advertising Manager
- Business Analyst
- Entrepreneur
- Global Distribution Manager
- Human Resource Specialist
- Logistics Specialist
- Marketing Specialist
- Operation Manager
- Sales Manager
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