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PhD of Philosophy in Business Administration

City University Malaysia

  • Petaling Jaya, Malaysia
  • 3 years
  • English
  • On campus
  • PhD

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About the program

Master of Philosophy in Business Administration is a 2-year full-time master programme offered by Sunway Business School in Bandar Sunway, Malaysia.

Program highlights

  • Internship available: no
  • Placement support: yes
  • Work during study: yes
  • Post-study work rights (0): yes
  • PR pathway friendly: no

What you will learn

  • Develop knowledge of Philosophy in Business Administration and apply business analysis
  • evidence-based decision-making
  • and professional communication to academic or practical tasks. Evaluate relevant information and communicate findings effectively.

Career outcomes

  • Teacher
  • Editor
  • Market Research Analyst
  • Technical writer
  • Advertising manager
  • Research associate
  • Publisher
  • Political analyst
  • Human resources manager
  • School principal
  • Economist
  • Business consultant

Curriculum

  • Research degree combining a Research Methodology component with an independent thesis
  • an in-depth study of a chosen topic defended in an oral viva voce. Candidates also attend workshops
  • seminars
  • conferences and talks across fields.

Entry requirements

Academic

  • Master degree (MQF Level 7) or equivalent
  • IELTS 6.0 or MUET Band 4 (some programmes 5.0).

Accepted academic background

Master degree (MQF Level 7) or equivalent, Exceptional Bachelor graduates (first class or CGPA 3.67) only for direct entry by research

Language tests

  • IELTS 6

Documents you’ll need

  • Passport Copy
  • Academic Transcripts
  • Qualification Certificates
  • Curriculum Vitae
  • Statement of Purpose
  • Research Proposal If Applicable
  • Academic References

How to apply

  1. Review doctoral eligibility and identify a relevant research area. Contact a potential supervisor if requested by the university. Prepare transcripts
  2. a research proposal
  3. references where required. Submit the official application and required supporting documents. Await the admissions and research approval decision.

Other costs

Tuition per yearRM18,000 MYR
Application feeRM250 MYR
DepositRM1,500 MYR

Program details

CampusPetaling Jaya Campus
Faculty or schoolFaculty of Business Management
DepartmentDepartment of Business
Teaching languageEnglish
Credit value60
Study paceFixed
Post-study stay0
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Intakes and deadlines

  • Program starts

    January 2027

    Apply by

    1 Dec 2026

    17 days left
  • Program starts

    May 2027

    Apply by

    1 Apr 2027

    138 days left
  • Program starts

    September 2027

    Apply by

    1 Aug 2027

    260 days left

Frequently asked questions

  • The program takes 3 years.