Diploma in Business Administration (DBA)
About
The Diploma in Business Administration (DBA) at Sunway College Ipoh is a 2-year, 6-semester programme that provides students with a strong foundation in business knowledge and management skills. Designed to prepare students for both employment and further studies, the programme covers key areas such as accounting, marketing, economics, human resources, e-commerce, and finance.
Students gain practical skills through projects, case studies, and industry-relevant coursework, building strong problem-solving, communication, and leadership abilities.
💡 Note
- Up to 100% Scholarships & Financial Aid available (T&C apply)
- Duration: 2 years (6 semesters)
- Assessment: Continuous assessment & final examination
- Strong focus on real-world business applications
- Direct progression to undergraduate programmes at Sunway University and Victoria University (Australia)
Progression Pathway
Graduates can progress into undergraduate programmes such as:
Sunway University
- BSc (Hons) in International Business
- BSc (Hons) in Business Management
- BA (Hons) in Entrepreneurship
- BSc (Hons) in Finance
- BSc (Hons) in Marketing
- BSc (Hons) in Supply Chain Management
Victoria University, Australia
- Bachelor of Business
Graduates may also pursue related degrees at other recognised universities or enter the workforce in management, marketing, finance, human resources, and business operations.
Key facts
Qualification | Diploma |
Study mode | Full-time |
Duration | 2 years |
Intakes | January, April, August |
Total estimated cost (local) | SGD 8,788 |
Total estimated cost (foreign) | SGD 10,005 |
Subjects
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Business
Duration
2 years
Tuition fees
Description | Local students | Foreign students |
---|---|---|
Tuition fee | SGD 8,620 | SGD 8,620 |
Miscellaneous fees | SGD 167 | SGD 1,385 |
Total estimated cost of attendance | SGD 8,788 | SGD 10,005 |
Estimated cost per year | SGD 4,394 | SGD 5,003 |
Estimated cost as reported by the institution. There may be additional administrative fees. Please contact us for the latest information.
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Admissions
Intakes
Entry Requirements
The students need to meet the following Entry Requirements
- SPM / O-Level: Pass with a minimum of 3 credits
- UEC: Pass with a minimum of 3Bs
- Other equivalent qualifications recognised by the Malaysian Government may be considered
Scholarships & Financial Aid
- Up to 100% Scholarships & Financial Aid available (T&C apply)
Curriculum
The DBA is a 2-year, 6-semester programme that balances business theory with practical learning. Students also complete MOHE Compulsory General Studies (MPU) subjects. The following are the modules studied in the Diploma in Business Administration program:
Year 1
- Basic Accounting
- Business Mathematics
- Business Studies
- Microeconomics
- Principles of Marketing
Year 2
- Cost Accounting
- Negotiation Skills
- Marketing in Practice
- Organisational Behaviour
- E-Commerce
- Statistics for Business
- Macroeconomics
- Human Resource Management
- English for Business Communications
- The Entrepreneur
- Business Ethics
- Principles of Finance
- Financial Accounting
- Critical Thinking
- Marketing Research & Information
- Principles of Management
- System Analysis and Design
- Consumer Behaviour
- Business Environment
- International Business
- Business Law
- Marketing Communications
- Final Project
MOHE Compulsory General Studies (MPU Subjects)
Local Students
- Philosophy and Current Issues
- Bahasa Kebangsaan A* OR Study Skills*
- Integrity and Anti-Corruption
- Community Service Learning
International Students
- Bahasa Melayu Komunikasi 1
- Study Skills
- Integrity and Anti-Corruption
- Community Service Learning