Do you aspire to be like Tony Fernandes, a Malaysian entrepreneur who bought AirAsia with only RM1 and successfully turned it into a low-cost airline that allows everyone to fly? Tan Sri Dr. Anthony Francis Fernandes, mortgaged his home and used his personal savings to build AirAsia, eventually founded Tune Group, holding a majority shareholder in Queens Park Rangers Football Club and was ranked 28th on Forbes list of Malaysia’s Richest.
So if you aim to be like him, then you can definitely start your entrepreneur journey by taking a business degree!
What is a business degree?
A business degree is a combination of multiple topics such as accounting, management, human resource, marketing, economics, and finances, depending on the major that you choose to specialize in. Normally it is a 3-year program that will help you to get a good understanding of business theories with its practical application through the use of case studies and problem-solving.
What are the Benefits of Studying Business?
An introduction to the business world
Throughout your course, you will get an insight into how the real business world works. This is great if you have no working experience. Besides, you will know more about how the industry works, market trends, and trading.
Become a successful leader
You will be learning how to lead people because you will be exposed to multiple leadership styles that are suitable depending on the business contexts. It is very important to become a charismatic and reliable leader where the subordinate can depend on you and trust your vision to ensure the business flourish.
Gain a competitive advantage
With a degree in business, you will have a deep knowledge and understanding of how to build and expand your business. As a decision-maker, you will have the necessary expertise to determine the direction of your business.
What are the Career Opportunities for Business Graduates?
General Entry Requirement
A-Level | BBB |
STPM | BBB |
UEC | 2A 3B |
Diploma | GPA 3.3 |
Foundation | GPA 3.3 |
Requirements vary according to universities. For inquiries on any other entry requirement than stated above, kindly contact us 😃
Top 10 Private Universities to study Business in Malaysia
1. Monash University
Program | Bachelor of Business and Commerce |
Intake | February, July & October |
Duration | 3 years |
Annual Indicative Fee 2020 | Malaysian students: RM 38,213 International students: RM 43,680 |
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2. University of Nottingham Malaysia
Program | BSc (Hons) International Business Management |
Intake | September |
Duration | 3 years |
Annual Indicative Fee 2020 | Malaysian students: RM 37,000 International students: RM 45,500 |
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3. Taylor’s University
Program | Bachelor of Business (Hons) |
Intake | March & August |
Duration | 3 years |
Indicative Fee 2020 | Malaysian students: RM102,500 International students: USD$29,867 |
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4. Heriot-Watt University
Program | Bachelor of Business Administration (Hons) |
Intake | January & September |
Duration | 3 years |
Annual Indicative Fee 2020 | Malaysian students: RM 35,500 International students: RM41,200 |
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5. University of Wollongong Malaysia KDU
Program | Bachelor of Business (Hons) |
Intake | January, June & September |
Duration | 3 years |
Indicative Fee 2020 | Malaysian students: RM 68,750 International students: RM82,450 |
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6. Swinburne University Sarawak
Program | Bachelor of Business (Hons) |
Intake | January, March, September & October |
Duration | 3 years |
Annual Indicative Fee 2020 | Malaysian students: RM 24,232 International students: RM30,680 |
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7. Asia Pacific University
Program | BA (Hons) in Business Management |
Intake | April, July, September & November |
Duration | 3 years |
Annual Indicative Fee 2020 | Malaysian students: RM 29,000 International students: RM30,000 |
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8. UCSI University
Program | BA (Hons) Business Administration |
Intake | January, May & September |
Duration | 3 years |
Indicative Fee 2020 | Malaysian students: RM 63,330 International students: RM65,400 |
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9. INTI International University & Colleges
Program | Bachelor of Business (3+0) in collaboration with Swinburne University of Technology, Australia |
Intake | February & July |
Duration | 3 years |
Indicative Fee 2020 | Malaysian students: RM 79,000 International students: RM96,220 |
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10. SEGi University & Colleges
Program | Bachelor of Business Management (Hons) |
Intake | January, April, June, August, September & October |
Duration | 3 years |
Indicative Fee 2020 | RM57,100 |
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If you are interested to study Business abroad, read more:
Top Universities to Study Business Degree in the UK
Best Universities to Study Business in Australia 2020
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Stephanie Calamba
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