Malaysia is one of the most popular places for international students to study Business Administration. You can choose from Malaysian public universities, private universities and international branch campuses, often at a fraction of what the same degree costs in the UK or Australia.
But choosing a business degree is about more than tuition fees. In this guide, we compare Business Administration fees across Malaysian universities, look at QS Business & Management subject rankings, and explain specialisations, intakes and what a typical 3-year business degree looks like.
Summary
A Business Administration or Business Management bachelor’s degree in Malaysia usually takes 3 years. Total tuition fees range from approximately RM45,788 to RM155,520 for on-campus study, and online options start from approximately RM38,756.
Students can choose from 122 Business Administration and Business Management programmes across 31 Malaysian universities, including public universities, private universities and international branch campuses from the UK and Australia.
QS-Ranked Universities for Business & Management
Students in Malaysia can study at universities represented in the QS World University Rankings by Subject 2026 for Business & Management Studies.
| University | QS Business & Management Ranking 2026 |
|---|---|
| Monash University | #57 |
| Universiti Malaya (UM) | #104 |
| Management and Science University (MSU) | #112 |
| Taylor’s University | #144 |
| University of Nottingham | #144 |
Related QS subject rankings 2026:
- Marketing: Monash University #49. Universiti Malaya, Taylor’s University, UCSI University, University of Nottingham and University of Reading are all in the 51–100 band.
- Accounting & Finance: Monash University #38, Universiti Malaya #65, University of Southampton #87. Read our full guide to Accounting & Finance in Malaysia.
Rankings for Monash University, University of Nottingham, University of Southampton and University of Reading are for the parent university. Students at the Malaysian campus receive the same degree.
Business Administration Fees in Malaysia
Tuition is one of the biggest differences between business programmes in Malaysia. Students can find Business Administration degrees at very different price points across public universities, private universities and international branch campuses.
Here are examples of Business Administration and Business Management programmes and their approximate total tuition fees:
| University | Business Programme | Duration | Approx. Total Fee |
|---|---|---|---|
| Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (UTM) | Bachelor of Management with Honours | 3 years | RM45,788 |
| Universiti Putra Malaysia (UPM) | Bachelor of Business Administration with Honours | 4 years | RM50,000 |
| UNIRAZAK | Bachelor of Business Administration (Honours) | 3 years | RM51,250 |
| Universiti Kuala Lumpur (UniKL) | Bachelor of Business Administration (Hons) in Management and Entrepreneurship | 3 years | RM53,641 |
| Lincoln University College | Bachelor (Hons) in Business Administration | 3 years | RM56,604 |
| Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia (UKM) | Bachelor of Business Administration | 3 years | RM57,400 |
| University of Cyberjaya | Bachelor in Business Administration with Honours | 3 years | RM57,500 |
| UTAR | Bachelor of Business Administration (Honours) | 3 years | RM59,810 |
| City University Malaysia | Bachelor of Business Administration (Hons) | 3 years | RM60,500 |
| Universiti Sains Malaysia (USM) | Bachelor of Management with Honours | 3.5 years | RM64,640 |
| UNITEN | Bachelor in Business Administration (Marketing / HRM / Entrepreneurship) (Honours) | 3 years | RM69,000 |
| MILA University | Bachelor of Business Management (Honours) | 3.6 years | RM70,460 |
| UNITAR International University | Bachelor of Business Administration (Hons) | 3 years | RM72,830 |
| UCSI University | BA (Hons) Business Administration | 3 years | RM73,800 |
| Multimedia University (MMU) | Bachelor in Business Management (Honours) | 3 years | RM74,000 |
| MAHSA University | Bachelor of Business Administration | 3 years | RM74,500 |
| TAR UMT | Bachelor of Business Administration (Honours) | 3 years | RM74,600 |
| Universiti Malaya (UM) | Bachelor of Business Administration | 3.5 years | RM77,100 |
| INTI International University | Bachelor of Business (Hons) Business Administration (Nilai) | 3 years | RM83,449 |
| KLUST | Bachelor of Business Administration (Honours) | 3 years | RM84,000 |
| HELP University | Bachelor of Management (Honours) | 3 years | RM86,100 |
| SEGi University | Bachelor of Business Management (Honours) (General Management) (Kota Damansara) | 3 years | RM94,558 |
| University of Wollongong Malaysia | Bachelor of Business (Hons) | 3 years | RM101,310 |
| Sunway University | Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Business Management | 3 years | RM108,280 |
| Asia Pacific University (APU) | Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Business Management | 3 years | RM108,500 |
| Universiti Teknologi PETRONAS (UTP) | Bachelor in Business Management (Hons) | 3.4 years | RM110,000 |
| Swinburne University Sarawak | Bachelor of Business | 3 years | RM110,040 |
| IMU University | Bachelor of Business Administration (Honours) | 3 years | RM130,500 |
| Taylor’s University | Bachelor of Business (Honours) | 3 years | RM132,180 |
| Heriot-Watt University Malaysia | Business Administration | 3 years | RM144,360 |
| Monash University Malaysia | Bachelor of Business and Commerce | 3 years | RM155,520 |
Specialisations, Study Modes & Flexible Routes
A Business Administration degree in Malaysia doesn’t have to be general. Many universities let you specialise from the start or choose a major later on.
Popular specialisations include:
- Marketing and Digital Marketing: UNITEN, MMU, TAR UMT, SEGi — see also our guide to Marketing & Advertising in Malaysia
- Human Resource Management: UNITEN, MMU, HELP, TAR UMT, Lincoln
- Finance, Banking and Islamic Finance: UTAR, MMU, UniKL, UNIRAZAK, HELP
- Entrepreneurship: UTAR, UNITEN, UniKL, HELP, TAR UMT
- Business Analytics and AI: APU, SEGi, MILA
- Logistics and Supply Chain: UTAR, MILA, TAR UMT
- Healthcare Management: IMU, UTAR, Lincoln
- Airline and Airport Management: Lincoln University College
Flexible study routes:
- UK and Australian partner degrees in Malaysia: INTI with the University of Hertfordshire (UK) and Swinburne (Australia), and Sunway with Victoria University of Melbourne (Australia)
- Dual award options: SEGi University and University of Wollongong Malaysia — read more about dual-award degrees in Malaysia
- Year 2 entry for diploma holders: for example, SEGi University‘s 2-year Year 2 Entry options
- Online and ODL degrees: from RM38,756 (INTI) to RM64,770 (University of Wollongong Malaysia), offered at 7 universities
Flexible intakes:
- Public universities: usually March and October (UTM: February and September)
- Private universities often have 3–5 intakes a year. Examples: HELP University (Jan, Feb, Jun, Aug, Oct), KLUST (Mar, Jun, Sep, Oct), IMU (Feb, Apr, Jul, Sep)
What Does a 3-Year Business Administration Degree Look Like?
Business Administration programmes in Malaysia usually take around 3 years. They move from business foundations to core business functions, and then to strategy and real-world experience.
The exact curriculum varies by university, but a typical journey may look like this:
Year 1: Business Foundations
Students build a broad understanding of how organisations work. Subjects may include Principles of Management, Microeconomics, Macroeconomics, Financial Accounting, Principles of Marketing, Business Mathematics and Statistics, and Business Communication.
Year 2: Core Business Functions
The programme focuses on the key areas every business depends on. Students may study Corporate Finance, Human Resource Management, Operations Management, Organisational Behaviour, Business Law, Management Information Systems and Research Methods. Many students choose their specialisation or major at this stage.
Year 3: Strategy, Specialisation and Industry Experience
The final year brings everything together. Students may take Strategic Management, International Business, Entrepreneurship, Business Ethics and specialisation electives. Many programmes include an industrial training or internship placement and a final-year project, which give students real workplace experience before they graduate.
This is a general example of how a 3-year Business Administration degree may be structured. Subjects, internships and the timing of each component vary by university.
Entry Routes: How to Get Into Business Administration in Malaysia
Most international students enter a Business Administration degree in one of three ways:
- Foundation in Business (1 year) → Bachelor’s degree (3 years). There are 25 business foundation programmes at 19 universities, from approximately RM12,000 (Multimedia University) to RM34,200 (Heriot-Watt University Malaysia).
- Diploma in Business → Year 2 entry. There are 44 business diplomas at 21 universities, from approximately RM20,000 to RM80,640. Some universities allow diploma holders to start directly in Year 2.
- Direct entry. Students with A-Levels, STPM, a recognised foundation or an equivalent pre-university qualification may enter Year 1 directly.
General entry requirements: Most universities ask for a recognised pre-university qualification and proof of English proficiency, such as IELTS or an equivalent test. Exact grades and English scores vary by university and programme. A TJS StudySteps counsellor can check your high school certificate (for example, from Saudi Arabia or Qatar) against each university’s requirements.
Next Step: Master’s and MBA in Malaysia
Many Business Administration graduates go on to a Master’s degree. There are 97 MBA programmes available across 28 Malaysian universities, from approximately RM9,620 to RM79,100.
| University | MBA Programme | Duration | Approx. Total Fee |
|---|---|---|---|
| Universiti Sains Malaysia (USM) | Master of Business Administration | 2 years | RM23,760 |
| Universiti Malaya (UM) | Master of Business Administration (Dual Programme) | 1.5 years | RM24,100 |
| UTAR | Master of Business Administration | 1 year | RM29,040 |
| Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (UTM) | Master of Business Administration (MBA) | 1.5 years | RM32,154 |
| Heriot-Watt University Malaysia | Master of Business Administration | 1 year | RM69,750 |
| University of Nottingham Malaysia | Executive Master of Business Administration (EMBA) | 1 year | RM75,000 |
Frequently Asked Questions About Studying Business Administration in Malaysia
How much does it cost to study Business Administration in Malaysia?
Total tuition for a Business Administration bachelor’s degree in Malaysia ranges from approximately RM45,788 (UTM) to RM155,520 (Monash University Malaysia) for on-campus study. Online degrees start from approximately RM38,756.
How long is a Business Administration degree in Malaysia?
Which universities in Malaysia are QS-ranked for Business & Management?
In the QS World University Rankings by Subject 2026 for Business & Management Studies: Monash University (#57), Universiti Malaya (#104), Management and Science University (#112), Taylor’s University (#144) and University of Nottingham (#144).
What is the cheapest Business Administration degree in Malaysia?
What is the difference between a BBA and a Bachelor of Business Management?
Both cover the same core business subjects: management, finance, marketing, HR and strategy. The name mostly reflects the university’s naming style. Compare the specialisations and modules rather than the title.
Can international students study Business Administration in Malaysia?
Yes. Public universities, private universities and international branch campuses all accept international students into Business Administration programmes.
What are the entry requirements for Business Administration in Malaysia?
Usually a recognised pre-university qualification (foundation, A-Levels, STPM or equivalent) or a business diploma, plus proof of English proficiency. Requirements vary by university.
When are the intakes for Business Administration in Malaysia?
Public universities usually take students in March and October. Many private universities have 3–5 intakes a year, including January, May and September.
