School of Management and Business
Diploma in Business Management
Programme Overview
This programme is a conventional programme designed to prepare students with the knowledge, skills, and practical experience needed to excel in today’s dynamic business environment. The programme builds a strong foundation across key business functions, including finance, marketing, human resources, and operations.
Students will not only develop a solid understanding of business fundamentals but also gain hands-on skills in business planning, problem-solving, and decision-making. The curriculum further enhances interpersonal abilities such as communication, teamwork, and leadership qualities essential for career advancement.
- Distinctive Learning Advantage
Specialised courses such as Basic Mandarin, Financial Accounting, and Entrepreneurship, designed to build both global readiness and entrepreneurial mindset. - Industry 4.0–Driven Curriculum
Experience hands-on projects, seminars, and case-based training built around AI, Big Data, and IoT, ensuring you graduate with skills that match the future of business. - Comprehensive Business Exposure
Develop a strong foundation across all core business areas: Finance, Marketing, Human Resources, Operations, Strategy, and Entrepreneurship.
Progression Pathways
Graduates of the Diploma in Business Management are well-positioned to further their studies at degree level. Successful completion of the programme provides a clear Bachelor’s Degree pathway into:
- Accounting
- Business Administration
- Business Management
- International Business
- Mass Communication
- Business Analytics
- Digital Business
- Finance
- Human Resource Management
- Logistics and Supply Chain Management
- Marketing
Beyond MILA, students may also progress to other recognised universities in Malaysia or abroad, enrolling in a wide range of business, management, and related degree programmes.
Entry Requirements
| SPM / O-Level | Pass with a minimum of 3 subjects at Grade C |
| STPM | Pass with a minimum of 1 subject at Grade C (GP 2.0) |
| STAM | Pass with a minimum of Grade Maqbul |
| SKM | Pass Level 3 in a related field |
| UEC | Pass with a minimum of 3 subjects at Grade B |
| CERTIFICATE | Pass Level 3, MQF in a related field with a minimum CGPA of 2.0 |
| OTHERS | Any other equivalent qualifications recognised by the Malaysian Government |
English Requirement
| CEFR | High B1 |
| MUET | Band 3.5 |
| IELTS | 5.0 |
| TOEFL (iBT) | 40 |
| TOEFL Essentials (Online) | 7.5 |
| PTE | 47 |
| Linguaskill Online | 154 |
| ELS English | 107 |
Programme Structure
Year 1
- Mandarin 1
- Principles of Accounting
- Principles of Finance
- Principles of Information System
- Principles of Management
- Creative & Critical Thinking*
- English
- Principles of Marketing
- Business Law
- Business Statistics
- Financial Accounting
- Mandarin 2
- Microeconomics
Year 2
- Business Mathematics
- Financial Management
- International Business
- Macroeconomics
- Organisational Behaviour
- Business Ethics
- Mandarin 3
- Introduction to E-Commerce
- Human Resource Management
- Strategic Management
- Introduction to Entrepreneurship
- Managerial Accounting
- Operations Management
Mata Pelajaran Umum (MPU)
- Bahasa Kebangsaan A**/ Creative and Critical Thinking*
- Bahasa Melayu Komunikasi 1 (Non-Malaysian) / Penghayatan Etika dan Peradaban (Malaysian)
- Co-curriculum
- Integrity and Anti-corruption
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).
Assessment
- Continuous assessments and final examination
- Face-to-face lecture sessions & tutorials
Future Pathways
Area of Application
- Managing and operating small or medium-sized businesses
- Delivering excellent customer service and support
- Driving sales of products and services
- Overseeing administrative tasks and daily operations
- Managing human resources functions such as recruitment, training, and performance management
- Designing and executing effective marketing strategies
- Managing financial resources, budgeting, and reporting
Career Opportunities
- Administrative Officer
- Advertising Executive
- Human Resources
- Marketing Executive
- Entrepreneur
- Sales Coordinator
- Business Development Executive
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