WHAT WE OFFER
Doctor of Business Administration (DBA) via APEL.Q
DBA via APEL.Q enables experienced professionals to turn their extensive work experience into a recognised doctoral qualification, even without the conventional academic entry pathway. Through the APEL.Q assessment, your professional achievements and prior experiential learning are recognised, providing an alternative route to pursue a Doctor of Business Administration.
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This programme is ideal for:
- Senior executives and C-suite leaders
- Entrepreneurs and business owners
- Public sector and government leaders
- Experienced professionals with substantial senior-level work experience in business and administration
WHY CHOOSE DBA VIA APEL.Q?
Recognised Prior Learning
Your professional experience and prior learning are formally recognised through the APEL.Q assessment process.
Industry Driven Research
Undertake applied research that addresses real business and organisational challenges while creating meaningful industry impact.
Career Advancement
Strengthen your leadership credentials and expand opportunities in senior management, consultancy, academia, and industry.
Flexible Learning
Designed to support working professionals, allowing you to balance your studies with career and personal commitments.
Earn the Title "Dr."
Graduate with a fully accredited Doctor of Business Administration recognised by the Malaysian Qualifications Agency (MQA).
FURTHER INFORMATION
Dr Nor Afiza Abu Bakar
Programme Coordinator
Faculty of Economics and Business
Universiti Malaysia Sarawak
94300 Kota Samarahan, Sarawak, Malaysia.
Tel: +6082-584301
Email: abnafiza@unimas.my
Website: https://www.feb.unimas.my
FOUR STAGES. ONE DOCTORATE.
Candidates must successfully complete each stage before progressing to the next.
1. Portfolio
Compile a structured portfolio showcasing career achievements, leadership experience, professional projects, and continuous learning, aligned with the programme learning outcomes.
2. Field and Validation Visit
An academic panel conducts a validation session to verify the submitted portfolio, assess professional competencies, and confirm evidence of prior experiential learning.
3. Challenge Test
Complete a structured assessment, which may include written and oral examinations, interviews, or skills demonstrations, to evaluate doctoral-level knowledge, critical thinking, and experiential learning.
4. Capstone Research
Undertake a doctoral-level research project that applies rigorous academic inquiry to address a real business or organisational challenge.
COURSE FEE
Malaysian student: RM51,624.00
International student: RM74,040.00
