School of Management and Business

Foundation in Business Studies

(R2/0410/3/0035) (11/26) (MQA/FA1197)

Programme Overview

This programme equips SPM or equivalent leavers with the essential skills to pursue a degree in business, nurturing the entrepreneurial potential in each student. Introduced to the fundamentals of management, marketing, economics, accounting, and other disciplines, students gain a comprehensive understanding of the various fields of business studies and are fully prepared to enrol in a bachelor’s programme offered by the School of Management and Business at MILA University.

  • Comprehensive Curriculum with Special Courses
    Sharpen your business edge from the start with Business Law, Basic Mandarin, and Entrepreneurship. These courses add real value to your journey, making your learning exciting, practical, and memorable.
  • ‘Shark Tank’ Project Study Experience
    Bring your ideas to life through mini-projects and group presentations, powered by digital tools and collaborative platforms. This hands-on approach builds creativity, teamwork, and confidence in a smart, tech-enabled environment.
  • Global Academic Pathway
    Progression pathways lead into a range of undergraduate programmes at MILA such as Accounting, Business Management, and Mass Communication ensuring a seamless academic journey. Beyond the classroom, you’ll gain real-world exposure through industry field trips and community service, experiences that enrich the comprehensive curriculum. Together, these opportunities shape you into a socially responsible graduate with globally recognised skills and qualifications.

Progression Pathways

Graduates of the Foundation in Business Studies programme have a clearly defined pathway into a wide range of undergraduate programmes at MILA University, including Accounting, Business Management, Mass Communication, and more. This MQA-accredited qualification is also recognised by other universities, giving students the flexibility to further their studies at institutions in Malaysia or abroad.

Entry Requirements

SPM / SPMV /
O-Level
Pass with a minimum of 5 subjects at Grade C
UEC Pass with a minimum of 3 subjects in Grade B
OTHERS Any other equivalent qualifications recognised by the Malaysian Government.

Programme Structure

Semester 1

  • Business Mathematics
  • English 1
  • Introduction to Finance
  • Introduction to Management
  • Principles of Accounting
  • Principles of Economics

Semester 2

  • Basic Mandarin
  • Computer Fundamentals
  • Creative Thinking
  • Socio-Cultural Studies

Semester 3

  • Business Law
  • Co-Curricular Activity
  • English 2
  • Entrepreneurship
  • Introduction to Marketing
  • Introduction to Mass Communication
  • Organisational Behaviour

Assessment

  • Continuous assessments and final examination

Future Pathways

Area of Application

Graduates of the Foundation in Business Studies programme can progress into a wide range of Bachelor’s degree pathways, including:

  • Business Management
    Understanding the principles of managing organisations and people
  • Accounting
    Focusing on financial reporting, auditing, and taxation
  • Marketing
    Exploring strategies and techniques to promote products and services
  • Finance
    Learning about investments, risk management, and corporate finance
  • Human Resource Management
    Studying the management of human capital in organisations
  • Economics
    Analysing economic systems, markets, and policies
Intake
March, August and October

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