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PhD of Philosophy in Business Administration
- Petaling Jaya, Malaysia
- 3 years
- English
- On campus
- PhD
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
- Review doctoral eligibility and identify a relevant research area. Contact a potential supervisor if requested by the university. Prepare transcripts
- a research proposal
- references where required. Submit the official application and required supporting documents. Await the admissions and research approval decision.
Other costs
| Tuition per year | RM18,000 MYR |
|---|---|
| Application fee | RM250 MYR |
| Deposit | RM1,500 MYR |
Program details
| Campus | Petaling Jaya Campus |
|---|---|
| Faculty or school | Faculty of Business Management |
| Department | Department of Business |
| Teaching language | English |
| Credit value | 60 |
| Study pace | Fixed |
| Post-study stay | 0 |
| Scholarship note | _ |
Intakes and deadlines
Program starts
January 2027
Apply by
1 Dec 2026
17 days leftProgram starts
May 2027
Apply by
1 Apr 2027
138 days leftProgram starts
September 2027
Apply by
1 Aug 2027
260 days left
Frequently asked questions
The program takes 3 years.
The next deadline is 1 Dec 2026. Apply early, because some programs close when places fill up.
Tuition is RM18,000 MYR per year. The application fee is RM250 MYR. The deposit is RM1,500 MYR. The estimated living cost is RM32,700 MYR.
Accepted language tests: IELTS 6.

