Foundation · Business Management

Foundation in Business

at City University Malaysia

City University Malaysia (Cyberjaya campus), Cyberjaya, Selangor

Details last verified 27 Oct 2026. The source and date of each figure are shown beside it.

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Course at a glance

University: City University Malaysia
Campus: City University Malaysia (Cyberjaya campus), Cyberjaya, Selangor
Study level: Foundation
Field: Business
Discipline: Business Management
Duration: 12 months
Study mode: Full-time
Qualification: Foundation in Business
Faculty: Pathway of Business Management Centre of Foundation Studies
Intakes: January, May, September
Tuition: Total tuition (standard price): MYR 20,950Total tuition (promotional price): MYR 10,500
Entry requirements: Academic: SPM:

Details last updated 27 Oct 2026. Each figure is explained, with its source, in the sections below.

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About this course

A one-year, full-time foundation programme at the Cyberjaya campus of City University Malaysia. It gives you an introduction to marketing, management, accounting, economics and entrepreneurship, through case studies and group projects. It suits students with a high school certificate who want to move on to a business degree such as the Bachelor of Business Administration.

How this course fits

Other study levels of Business Management at City University Malaysia

Diploma: Diploma in Business Management
Diploma: Diploma in Management
Bachelor's Degree: Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) (Honours)
Bachelor's Degree: Bachelor of Business Administration (Hons) - ODL
Master's Degree: Master of Business Administration
Master's Degree: Master of Science in Business Administration
PhD: Doctor of Business Administration
PhD: Doctor of Philosophy (Business Administration)

Fees

Total tuition (standard price)
Standard 2026 tuition for the whole programme, as published by City University. Excludes the resource fee and other university fees. All City University fees are subject to 6% SST.
MYR 20,950
Applies to: International students
Source: official document · retrieved 24 Sep 2026
Total tuition (promotional price)
Special promotional tuition for intakes from 1 Feb to 31 Dec 2026, only for students from South and Southeast Asia, Africa (except Nigeria), Central Asia and the Middle East (except UAE, Qatar, Kuwait and Bahrain). Excludes the resource fee and other university fees. All City University fees are subject to 6% SST.
MYR 10,500
Applies to: International studentsfrom 1 Feb 2026 to 31 Dec 2026
Source: official document · retrieved 24 Sep 2026
Application fee
One-time application fee, paid with the first payment. All City University fees are subject to 6% SST.
MYR 1,000
Applies to: International students
Source: official document · retrieved 24 Sep 2026
Other compulsory fee
Resource fee, charged every semester. All City University fees are subject to 6% SST.
MYR 300
Applies to: International students
Source: official document · retrieved 24 Sep 2026
Other compulsory fee
One-time international student fees: EMGS visa collection RM2,940, international fee RM8,000 and completion processing fee RM1,000. All City University fees are subject to 6% SST.
MYR 11,940
Applies to: International students
Source: official document · retrieved 24 Sep 2026

Fees for this course
Fee	Amount	Applies to
Total tuition (standard price)Standard 2026 tuition for the whole programme, as published by City University. Excludes the resource fee and other university fees. All City University fees are subject to 6% SST. Source: official document · retrieved 24 Sep 2026	MYR 20,950	International students
Total tuition (promotional price)Special promotional tuition for intakes from 1 Feb to 31 Dec 2026, only for students from South and Southeast Asia, Africa (except Nigeria), Central Asia and the Middle East (except UAE, Qatar, Kuwait and Bahrain). Excludes the resource fee and other university fees. All City University fees are subject to 6% SST. Source: official document · retrieved 24 Sep 2026	MYR 10,500	International studentsfrom 1 Feb 2026 to 31 Dec 2026
Application feeOne-time application fee, paid with the first payment. All City University fees are subject to 6% SST. Source: official document · retrieved 24 Sep 2026	MYR 1,000	International students
Other compulsory feeResource fee, charged every semester. All City University fees are subject to 6% SST. Source: official document · retrieved 24 Sep 2026	MYR 300	International students
Other compulsory feeOne-time international student fees: EMGS visa collection RM2,940, international fee RM8,000 and completion processing fee RM1,000. All City University fees are subject to 6% SST. Source: official document · retrieved 24 Sep 2026	MYR 11,940	International students

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
- Determination of Malay and English grade requirements at the SPM level for admission to programs under the professional bodies are in accordance with the standards / manuals / stipulations of the relevant professional bodies.
Source: official website · retrieved 23 Sep 2026
Academic
- SPM: Possess SPM or equivalent with a minimum of 5 credits in any subjects. *Syarat Kelayakan Masuk Foundation: kemaskini 26.10.2021 English Competency Requirement:
Source: official website · retrieved 23 Sep 2026
Academic
SPM:
Source: official website · retrieved 23 Sep 2026

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Frequently asked questions

Can I get the lower promotional price if I am from the Gulf?

The promotional price excludes students from the UAE, Qatar, Kuwait and Bahrain. Students from other Middle Eastern countries are on the list. Ask us to check your nationality.

Do I need a visa to study the Foundation in Business in Malaysia?

Yes, a Student Pass through EMGS, applied for by the university while you are outside Malaysia. See our student visa guide for the steps and documents.

Where does the Foundation in Business lead?

To a business degree. At City University the next levels listed are the Diploma in Business Management, the Diploma in Management and the Bachelor of Business Administration (Honours).

Quick answers about this course

When can I start Foundation in Business?

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

How long does Foundation in Business take?

12 months, full-time, as stored for this course.

How much does Foundation in Business cost?

Total tuition (standard price): MYR 20,950; Total tuition (promotional price): MYR 10,500. Fees are set by the university and can change; the Fees section gives the source and the date of each figure.

Where is it taught?

City University Malaysia (Cyberjaya campus), Cyberjaya, Selangor.

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.

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