School of Management and Business
Bachelor of Business Management (Honours) (Digital Business)
Programme Overview
This programme is designed to prepare students to thrive in a rapidly evolving digital economy. It combines essential business knowledge with digital technologies, focusing on e-commerce, digital marketing, innovation, and strategic use of digital tools. Students will learn how organisations leverage technology to enhance operations, engage customers, and create new business opportunities. Through practical and theoretical learning, graduates will develop strong digital literacy, problem solving abilities, and entrepreneurial skills. This programme is ideal for individuals who aspire to lead and innovate in digital driven business environments across various industries.
- Future-Ready Digital & Flexible Study Pathway
Build future-ready capabilities in digital business, data, fintech, and innovation, supported by flexible elective choices to your career goals. With only two semesters per year, the programme offers extended breaks for optional internships or skills development, while still enabling students to complete their studies within three years. - Industry-Embedded, Applied Learning
Learn through practical, industry-focused coursework that strengthens digital competencies, and the application of AI in real-world business contexts. Students equally benefit from regular interaction with industry experts, gaining valuable insights, professional perspectives, and exposure to real-world business practices. - Global Exposure & International Experience
The programme offers exchange opportunities that allow students to experience international study at partner institutions, including the University of New Brunswick (UNB) and Haikou University of Economics (HUE).
Progression Pathways
Graduates of the Bachelor of Business Management (Honours) (Digital Business) can progress into:
- Master of Business Administration (MBA)
- Master of Business Administration (MBA) – (ODL)
- Master of New Media and Communication Studies *
- Master of Science in Business
Additionally, graduates are well-prepared to pursue advanced business or management studies at other universities, both locally and internationally, providing flexibility to specialise and advance their careers in academia, consultancy, or senior executive roles.
* Candidates from non-media and communication fields to undertake 2 pre-requisite subjects online for 3 weeks prior to admission
Entry Requirements
| STPM | Pass with a minimum of Grade C (GP 2.00) in any 2 subjects AND A pass in Mathematics and English at SPM or its equivalent |
| STAM | Pass with a minimum of Grade Jayyid AND A pass in Mathematics and English at SPM or its equivalent |
| UEC | Pass with a minimum of Grade B in 5 subjects including pass in Mathematics and English OR Pass in Mathematics and English at SPM or its equivalent |
| A-LEVEL | Pass with a minimum of Grade D in 2 subjects AND A pass in Mathematics and English at SPM or its equivalent |
| MATRICULATION/
FOUNDATION |
Pass with a minimum of CGPA of 2.00 |
| DIPLOMA | Level 4, MQF with a minimum CGPA of 2.00 |
| ADVANCED DIPLOMA | Level 5, MQF with a minimum CGPA of 2.00 |
| DIPLOMA KEMAHIRAN MALAYSIA (DKM)
DIPLOMA VOKASIONAL MALAYSIA (DVM) |
DKM/DVM (subjected to HEP Senate/Academic Board’s Approval)ORA Diploma Lanjutan Kemahiran Malaysia (DLKM) (subjected to HEP Senate/ Academic Board’s Approval) |
| OTHERS | Any other equivalent qualifications recognised by the Malaysian Government. |
ENGLISH REQUIREMENTS
Applicants are recommended to meet the preferred English proficiency test:
| Type of Examination | Minimum Score |
| IELTS | 5.5 |
Alternatively, applicants may meet the requirement through recognised English proficiency tests listed below.
| Type of Examination | Minimum Score |
| CEFR | Low B2 |
| MUET | Band 4 |
| TOEFL (IBT) | 46 |
| TOEFL Essentials (Online) | 8.0 |
| PTE | 51 |
| Linguaskill Online | 160 |
| ELS English | 108 |
Note:
- Applicants who have completed an academic qualification taught in English may be eligible for exemption from the University English and MQA requirements.
- International applicants who do not meet the programme’s English Language Requirements are required to enrol in the MILA English Enhancement Programme to improve their proficiency.
Programme Structure
Programme Structure
Year 1
- Business Mathematics
- Business Statistics
- Digital Technologies in Business
- English For Professional Communication
- Financial Accounting
- Introduction to International Business
- Microeconomics
- Principles of Information Systems
- Principles of Management
- Principles of Marketing
- Principles of Project and Quality Management
Year 2
- Business Finance
- Corporate Governance
- Digital Marketing
- Discipline Core Elective 1***
- E-Commerce
- Entrepreneurship
- International Cross-Cultural Management
- Macroeconomics
- Operations Management
- Principles of Organisational Behaviour and Human Resource Management
Year 3
- Data Analytics for Business Decision Making
- Decision Support Systems for Business Analytics
- Digital Business Models & Strategies
- Discipline Core Elective 2***
- Financial Technology, Cryptocurrency & Blockchain
- Introduction to Database Systems
- Research Methods for Business
- Strategic Management
- Supply Chain Management
- Technology Management with Big Data Management
Mata Pelajaran Umum (MPU)
- Bahasa Kebangsaan A**/ Introduction to Psychology*
- Bahasa Melayu Komunikasi 2 (Non-Malaysian) / Penghayatan Etika dan Peradaban (Malaysian)
- 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) .
***Student are given opportunity to choose the elective from other specialisation programmes (subjected to semester offering).
Assessment
- Continuous assessments and final examination
- Lecture and Tutorials
Future Pathways
Area of Application
- Managing and operating small businesses
- Providing excellent customer service and support
- Selling products or services to customers
- Managing administrative tasks and operations
- Developing and implementing marketing strategies
Career Opportunities
- Digital Business Executive
- Business Analyst
- Business System Analyst
- Data Analyst
- Performance Marketing Analyst
- Head of Digital Strategy
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