City University

City University Malaysia Provides high-quality industry and market-driven education courses and programs to cultivate knowledge-based, socially responsible leaders and managers. Cultivate high-quality graduates to maintain a balance between professional skills, communication skills, curiosity, ethical behavior, and employability for lifelong learning. To become a recognized leading university of higher learning, unswervingly pursuing excellence and perfection.

Course Information

Academic Qualification

PhD

Duration

3.0 years

Intake

January, May, September

English Requirement

Class Type

Research

Offer Letter

Free

Yearly Tuition Fees

First Year

13,002

MYR

Second Year

14,202

MYR

Third Year

8,616

MYR

Total Tuition Fees 35,820 MYR

Other Fees

Application Fees + Visa 3,150 MYR

International Administration fee 8,000 MYR

Completion Processing 1,000 MYR

Total Additional Fees 12,150 MYR

Grand Total (All Fees) 47,970 MYR

Course Overview

The Doctor of Philosophy in Business Administration (PhDBA) at City University prepares candidates to become leaders in their respective fields and contribute positively to business, society, and academia. Supported by a conducive learning environment, candidates acquire the required knowledge-based analytical skills and attributes to conduct research at the doctoral level.

Program Structure

Research Methods 1: Qualitative & Quantitative
Preliminary Literature Review
Proposal Defense (VIVA-VOCE)
Finalize Research Proposal
Data Collection & Analysis
Thesis Defense (VIVA-VOCE)

Entry Requirements

A Master’s degree (Level 7 MQF) or equivalent as approved by the HEP Senate.
A Master’s degree in a non-related field as approved by the HEP Senate can be accepted, subject to relevant working experience and rigorous internal assessment.
A Master’s degree in a non-related field without relevant working experience can be accepted, subject to passing pre-requisite courses.
Other qualifications equivalent to a Master’s degree (Level 7 MQF) recognized by the Malaysian Government.
For international students: Minimum score of MUET Band 4 or CEFR equivalent (Mid B2) / IELTS 6.0.

Career Opportunities

Academia
Consulting
Corporate Leadership
Governmental Roles
Entrepreneurship

Highlights

Duration: 36 months
Credit Hours: 80
Intakes: January/February, May/June, September/October
Mode: Full-time and Part-time
Location: Petaling Jaya

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