Doctor of Business Administration
- (R2-DL/340/8/0041 (MQA/FA0368) 03/26)
- 12 Semesters / 4 Years 0 Months
- EPF Withdrawal Available
Overview
Earn yourself a competitive edge with OUM’s DBA. It is a professional doctoral degree designed for managers and executives who wish to enhance their professional practices and deepen their management knowledge, skills and leadership in business administration through intensive study and research. A total of 80 credits of core courses, electives and research components need to be completed in order to be awarded this doctoral degree.
24 credits are allocated for core courses, 12 credits are for core research skills, 4 credits for Concept Paper and 40 credits for a research and dissertation.
Programme Objectives
- DBA aims to produce a new breed of scholar-managers who have the ability to develop a vision for the future, think critically and plan strategically, implement effective business policies and make sound decisions to achieve business goals.
- A major aim of the OUM DBA is to educate senior executives to be the “scholar-managers”, who are able to apply research findings in solving the real-world management problems.
- Students are developed to identify innovation opportunities, develop breakthrough strategies, and create an organizational environment that enable innovation and change .
- Graduates will be able to apply a range of quantitative and/or qualitative research methods and formulate solutions pertaining to real business problems and issues.
This programme is recognised by the Chartered Management Institute
- Coursework (12 courses) = 36 credits
- Doctoral Concept Paper = 4 credits
- Research and Dissertation = 40 credits
| No. | Component | Code | Course Name | Credit Hour |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1. | Common Core (24) | BPME7103 | ADVANCED MANAGERIAL ECONOMICS | 3 |
| 2. | BPOM7103 | ADVANCED ORGANISATION AND MANAGEMENT | 3 | |
| 3. | BPMM7103 | ADVANCED MARKETING MANAGEMENT | 3 | |
| 4. | BPAF7103 | ACCOUNTING AND FINANCE | 3 | |
| 5. | BPSM7103 | ADVANCED STRATEGIC MANAGEMENT | 3 | |
| 6. | BPHR7103 | CONTEMPORARY ISSUES IN HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT | 3 | |
| 7. | BPER7103 | ETHICS AND CORPORATE SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY | 3 | |
| 8. | BPMF7103 | MULTINATIONAL BUSINESS FINANCE | 3 | |
| 9. | Research (16) | BPBR7103 | BUSINESS RESEARCH | 3 |
| 10. | BPAW7103 | TECHNICAL / ACADEMIC WRITING | 3 | |
| 11. | BPQR7103 | QUALITATIVE RESEARCH METHODS IN BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION | 3 | |
| 12. | BPAS7103 | APPLIED STATISTICS | 3 | |
| 13. | BPCP7104 | DOCTORAL CONCEPT PAPER | 4 | |
| 14. | Thesis (40) | BPDD7201 | DOCTORAL RESEARCH -1 | 8 |
| 15. | BPDD7201 | DOCTORAL RESEARCH -1 | 8 | |
| 16. | BPDD7202 | DOCTORAL RESEARCH -2 | 8 | |
| 17. | BPDD7202 | DOCTORAL RESEARCH -2 | 8 | |
| 18. | BPDD7202 | DOCTORAL RESEARCH -2 | 8 |
Malaysian Learner Fees
| Year 1 | RM5,358 (Sem 1) | RM5,358 (Sem 2) | RM5,358 (Sem 3) |
| Year 2 | RM5,358 (Sem 4) | RM5,358 (Sem 5) | RM5,358 (Sem 6) |
| Year 3 | RM2,200 (Sem 7) | RM2,200 (Sem 8) | RM2,200 (Sem 9) |
| Year 4 | RM2,200 (Sem 10) | RM2,200 (Sem 11) | RM2,200 (Sem 12) |
| TOTAL | RM45,348 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
Discount for the Physically Challenged Learners (OKU) and Senior Citizens
* Fees applicable to Malaysians and Permanent Residents only.
* The University reserves the right to revise the fees without prior notice.
The University offers 50% discount for:
1. Senior citizens aged 60 and above on registration date; and
2. Physically challenged learners – a valid Orang Kelainan Upaya (OKU) is required.
The discounts are not valid for second time registration and repeating of subjects.
Learners who receive this discount are not entitled to other discounts and promotions.
Note
Processing fee: RM50
Re-registration fee of RM220 per semester is chargeable for extension of the Research Thesis/Dissertation
| Financial options: | Payment Mode: |
| EPF (Account 2); or | JomPAY |
| Education or Personal Loan from commercial banks; or | Internet Banking |
| HRDF (subject to employer’s eligibility); or | Debit/Credit Card. |
International Learner Fees
| Year 1 | RM6,432 (Sem 1) | RM6,432 (Sem 2) | RM6,432 (Sem 3) |
| Year 2 | RM6,432 (Sem 4) | RM6,432 (Sem 5) | RM6,432 (Sem 6) |
| Year 3 | RM2,200 (Sem 7) | RM2,200 (Sem 8) | RM2,200 (Sem 9) |
| Year 4 | RM2,200 (Sem 10) | RM2,200 (Sem 11) | RM2,200 (Sem 12) |
| TOTAL | RM51,792 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
Notes:
1 – Fees applicable to International applicants
2 – The fee above excludes registration fee, processing fee and resource fee. Fee imposed first semester only-non refundable . (Diploma RM2,700; Bachelor RM3,200, Master RM3,700, PhD/Doctorate RM4,200).
3 – Financial method: Telegraphic Transfer , PayPal (Invoice will be prepared in MYR and will be added 6% to cover PayPal transaction fees.)
4 – The fees are for subject fees only and are not applicable for research, registration, repeating of subjects and other fees.
5 – 60% payment of the semester fees must be made before the semester starts, 40% payment before the examination week.
* The University reserves the right to revise the fees without prior notice.
**LATEST UPDATE: 31 October 2021
Program Educational Objectives (PEO)
PEO1: Demonstrate advanced theoretical and practical knowledge in business.
PEO2: Demonstrate advanced managerial, entrepreneurial and professional skills through sound theory and rigorous research to solve complex issues and lead effectively and responsibly in different organisations.
PEO3: Adopt and apply a broad range of digital applications and analytical techniques competently to support business functions.
PEO4: Demonstrate effective collaborative and interpersonal communication skills.
PEO5: Commit and seek learning for continuous development.
Programme Learning Outcomes (PLO)
PLO 1: Integrate theories and concepts in business to advance the frontiers of knowledge and/or professional practice.
(Knowledge and understanding)
PLO 2: Resolve complex problems and contemporary issues by providing novel solutions to business organisations through advanced research.
(Cognitive skills)
PLO 3: Demonstrate the ability to carry out specialised and original research independently and ethically to resolve complex and contemporary business issues.
(Practical skills)
PLO 4: Display mastery of written communication and collaborative skills with diverse stakeholders.
(Interpersonal skills)
PLO 5: Display mastery of oral communication and collaborative skills with diverse stakeholders.
(Communication skills)
PLO 6: Adapt a broader range of suitable digital applications and analytical techniques for research/work/study.
(Digital skills)
PLO 7: Evaluate numerical, qualitative and graphical data to resolve complex problems and contemporary issues in work/study.
(Numeracy skills)
PLO 8: Display professionalism in assigned research, projects and tasks.
(Leadership, autonomy and responsibility)
PLO 9: Display continuous self-improvement for professional development.
(Personal skills)
PLO10: Display entrepreneurship skills in resolving complex business problems.
(Entrepreneurial skills)
PLO11: Display responsibility in assigned research, projects and tasks.
(Ethics and professionalism)
FAQs
- What is a DBA?
Doctor of Business Administration, a professional doctoral degree for managers, executives and academicians.
- Why do I need a DBA?
To enhance professional practices and deepen management knowledge, skills and leadership in business administration through intensive study and research.
- What are the entry requirements of the DBA?
a. Master as accepted by the senate, or
b. Other qualifications equivalent to Master, as accepted by senate.
- Is there any specialisation in the DBA?
You can specialise in finance, human resource, marketing, or management.
- What is the duration of study?
4 years or 12 semesters.
- How much are the fees for Malaysian and permanent residents?
RM45,348 for 4 years.
- What are the career prospects?
Learners can advance in their career in the industry or become academician in the institution of higher learning.
- What is the delivery mode?
Teaching and learning process is conducted through face-to-face tutorials, and supported with online with video lectures and forums.
- What is the structure of the programme?
Learners need to complete 12 taught courses, a concept paper, and a research dissertation.
- How many taught courses should be taken?
5 core courses, 4research skill courses, and 3 elective courses.
- How many taught courses are there per semester?
2 courses.
- How are the taught courses graded?
Some courses are graded based on 100% assignment, and some courses are graded based on a combination of assignment and final examination.
- What is the concept paper?
The concept paper is a three-page paper, containing the background of the study, research problem and methodology of the research that the learners intend to do for their dissertation. The concept paper will enable the university to assess the learner’s areas of interest in order to allocate the supervisor.
- When can I do and present my concept paper?
Upon completion of all the 12 taught courses (36 credits) with a CGPA of 3.00 and above. Student is expected to complete the concept paper in one semester, following the completion of the taught courses.
- When will a supervisor been appointed for my dissertation?
The university will appoint the supervisor upon successful presentation of the concept paper.
- How can I finance my study?
For Malaysian, you may withdraw your EPF contributions from Account II to finance your study.
- How do I apply?
Click on Admission menu and click ‘Apply Now’ button - What will happen after sending my application?
Our officer will contact you for the next process.
Do you have more questions?
Here are some common types of career fields for graduates with a Doctor of Business Administration (DBA) degree, along with examples of career opportunities in each field:
| Career Field | Career Opportunities |
|---|---|
| Academia/Teaching | 1. Professor of Business or Management in a university or college 2. Academic researcher or dean in a business school |
| Consulting | 1. Management consultant 2. Strategy consultant 3. Organizational development consultant |
| Executive Leadership | 1. Chief Executive Officer (CEO) 2. Chief Operating Officer (COO) 3. Chief Financial Officer (CFO) |
| Entrepreneurship | 1. Founder or owner of a business or startup 2. Small business consultant or advisor |
| Government | 1. Policy analyst or advisor in government agencies 2.- Economic development specialist |
| Nonprofit/NGO | 1. Executive director or CEO of a nonprofit organization 2. Director of development or fundraising |
| Finance | 1. Investment banker 2. Financial analyst or manager |
| Marketing | 1. Chief Marketing Officer (CMO) 2. Brand manager or marketing director |
| Human Resources | 1. Director of HR or Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO) 2. Talent acquisition manager |
| Healthcare Management | 1. Healthcare administrator or executive 2. Hospital CEO or healthcare consultant |
The struggle to balance study and work gave me better insight into productivity and efficiency. I was able to apply the lessons learned to my occupation. My study at OUM was my progress in development. The encouragement and guidance from OUM gave me the platform and confidence to succeed in my studies. Today, my degree has given me generous employment recognition, added edge in promotion, and salary advances.
The struggle to balance study and work gave me better insight into productivity and efficiency. I was able to apply the lessons learned to my occupation. My study at OUM was my progress in development. The encouragement and guidance from OUM gave me the platform and confidence to succeed in my studies. Today, my degree has given me generous employment recognition, added edge in promotion, and salary advances.
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