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PhD · Business Management

DBA (Doctor Of Business Administration)

at UCSI University

UCSI University (Kuala Lumpur, main campus), Kuala Lumpur, Kuala Lumpur

Details last verified 24 Sep 2026. The source and date of each figure are shown beside it.

Course at a glance

University
UCSI University
Campus
UCSI University (Kuala Lumpur, main campus), Kuala Lumpur, Kuala Lumpur
Study level
PhD
Field
Business
Discipline
Business Management
Duration
3 years
Study mode
Full-time
Qualification
DBA (Doctor Of Business Administration)
Intakes
January, May, September
Tuition
Estimated total tuition: MYR 103,660 (estimate)
Entry requirements
Academic: : A master’s degree in the field or related fields accepted by the HEP SenateAcademic: : Other qualifications equivalent to a master’s degree recognised by the Government of Malaysia.English: Cambridge EnglishEnglish: IELTSEnglish: MUETEnglish: PTEEnglish: TOEFL

Details last updated 24 Sep 2026. Each figure is explained, with its source, in the sections below.

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About this course

Designed for senior management-level staff, the UCSI University DBA programme emphasises contemporary management thinking and substantial applied research projects that will help learners advance their career to the next level. As a professional doctorate, the programme aims to provide management professionals and practitioners with extensive opportunities to reflect upon that add value to their experiences and expertise. Through structured interactions with the faculty and a select group of dedicated colleagues from diverse industries and backgrounds, learners will also enhance their personal and leadership skills while extending their business networking abilities.

How this course fits

Fees

  • Estimated total tuition

    Approximate total fees (without bridging course). Alternative figure(s) also stated: (with bridging course) RM 114790. UCSI states this is estimated (visa/admin costs vary by country); a 6% service tax applies to non-Malaysian citizens effective 1 July 2025.

    MYR 103,660Estimate

    Applies to: International students

    Source: official website · retrieved 23 Sep 2026

Fees are set by the university and can change. Check the source and date beside each figure.

Intakes

  • January

    Source: official website · retrieved 23 Sep 2026

  • May

    Source: official website · retrieved 23 Sep 2026

  • September

    Source: official website · retrieved 23 Sep 2026

Entry requirements

  • Academic

    : A master’s degree in the field or related fields accepted by the HEP Senate

    Source: official website · retrieved 23 Sep 2026

  • Academic

    : Other qualifications equivalent to a master’s degree recognised by the Government of Malaysia.

    Source: official website · retrieved 23 Sep 2026

  • English language

    English requirement: Cambridge English Qualification and Test minimum score of 169

    Cambridge English

    Source: official website · retrieved 23 Sep 2026

  • English language

    English requirement: IELTS (Academic) minimum Band 6.0

    IELTS

    Source: official website · retrieved 23 Sep 2026

  • English language

    English requirement: MUET minimum Band 4

    MUET

    Source: official website · retrieved 23 Sep 2026

  • English language

    English requirement: Pearson Test of English minimum score 59

    PTE

    Source: official website · retrieved 23 Sep 2026

  • English language

    English requirement: TOEFL iBT: 60 (0–120 old scale) or 4.0 (1–6 new scale)

    TOEFL

    Source: official website · retrieved 23 Sep 2026

Study guides

Quick answers about this course

When can I start DBA (Doctor Of Business Administration)?

Intakes stored for this course: January, May and September. Intakes can change, so confirm the date before you apply.

How long does DBA (Doctor Of Business Administration) take?

3 years, full-time, as stored for this course.

How much does DBA (Doctor Of Business Administration) cost?

Estimated total tuition: MYR 103,660 (estimate). Fees are set by the university and can change; the Fees section gives the source and the date of each figure.

What English score do I need?

Stored for this course: Cambridge English; IELTS; MUET; PTE; TOEFL. The Entry requirements section has the full wording.

Where is it taught?

UCSI University (Kuala Lumpur, main campus), Kuala Lumpur, Kuala Lumpur.

How do I apply, and which documents are needed?

The Entry requirements section on this page lists what the university has stated. You can also ask a Zawqari advisor on WhatsApp.

Interested in this course?

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