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Study load:

Full-time

Duration:

2 Years

Location:

Miri

Intakes:

3 per year

Months:

Jan / May / Sep

Overview

A hands-on programme in new-venture creation: business planning, small-business finance, innovation, sales and startup marketing. Built for aspiring founders and family-business successors.

Our entrepreneurship students run real pop-up businesses, pitch at showcases, and build a fundable business plan as their capstone.

Learning outcomes

  • Identify market opportunities and design viable business models
  • Plan startup operations including legal setup, finance and marketing
  • Pitch business ideas confidently to potential investors and partners
  • Apply small-business financial management to a real or simulated venture
  • Use digital tools and e-commerce platforms to launch and grow a business
  • Complete a startup practicum or industry internship

Career Pathways

Career information

Graduates launch their own ventures or take on roles such as business owner, startup associate and business development executive.

Professions

  • Business owner / founder
  • Startup associate
  • Family business successor
  • Business development executive
  • Product manager
  • E-commerce specialist
  • Sales executive
  • Innovation associate
  • Small business consultant

Program

Year 1 — Business Foundation

ModuleSemCredits
Principles of ManagementSem 13
MicroeconomicsSem 13
Financial Accounting 1Sem 13
Business MathematicsSem 13
Business CommunicationSem 13
General Studies (MPU)Sem 12
Principles of MarketingSem 23
MacroeconomicsSem 23
Financial Accounting 2Sem 23
Business StatisticsSem 23
Information Systems & Digital BusinessSem 23
General Studies (MPU)Sem 22

Year 2 — Venture Core & Industry

ModuleSemCredits
New Venture CreationSem 33
Small Business FinanceSem 33
Business Model Design & InnovationSem 33
Digital Marketing for StartupsSem 33
Human Resource ManagementSem 33
General Studies (MPU)Sem 33
Sales & NegotiationSem 43
Operations & Supply Chain for SMEsSem 43
E-Commerce & Digital BusinessSem 43
Business Plan Capstone ProjectSem 43
Industrial Training / Startup PracticumSem 46
General Studies (MPU)Sem 42

Fees

Tuition fees are payable per semester. Please contact our admissions office for the current fee schedule and information on scholarships, PTPTN, and MyBrainSc eligibility.

Detailed fee structure is provided upon application. Programme fees include all tuition for the full programme. Additional costs (textbooks, exam fees, professional body memberships) may apply.

Note

  • All fees are quoted in Malaysian Ringgit (MYR) and payable per semester.
  • PTPTN, MyBrainSc and other study loans / scholarships may apply — contact admissions for details.
  • A non-refundable registration fee is payable on enrolment.
  • Fees are subject to change; current schedule available from the admissions office.

entry requirements

Academic requirements

Academic requirements

A pass in SPM with a minimum of 3 credits in any subjects, including a pass in Bahasa Melayu and a pass in Sejarah (for SPM holders from 2013 onward); or equivalent. A mature-entry route is available for applicants aged 20 and above.

Academic pathway

This diploma articulates directly into Year 2 of our Bachelor of Business Administration (Hons) with credit transfer for foundation modules.

English requirements

All teaching is conducted in English. Basic English proficiency is required for admission; SPM English credit or equivalent is recommended.

  • SPM English credit (or equivalent) recommended for entry.
  • International students: IELTS 5.0 / TOEFL iBT 35 / MUET Band 2 or equivalent.
  • English proficiency support modules are available for students who need them.

What you need to apply

Your application will require certified copies of the following documents:

  • 1. Completed application form
  • 2. Certified copies of SPM / O-Level / UEC results (or equivalent)
  • 3. Copy of NRIC (Malaysian) or passport (international)
  • 4. 2 recent passport-size photographs
  • 5. Application fee (where applicable)

Steps to apply

  • 1. Choose your programme
  • 2. Check entry requirements
  • 3. Prepare your supporting documents
  • 4. Submit your application online or in person
  • 5. Attend interview / orientation