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Master of Business Administration (By Coursework & Project) - Open and Distance Learning

College of Graduate Studies

Overview

Master of Business Administration (By Coursework & Project) – Open and Distance Learning
This programme is designed to develop competent and strategic business leaders through a flexible open and distance learning mode. It combines comprehensive coursework with applied project work to build strong foundations in management, finance, marketing, and strategy, while enhancing leadership, analytical, and decision-making skills to address real-world business challenges across diverse industries.

About Programme

The Master of Business Administration (MBA) at Universiti Tenaga Nasional (UNITEN) is designed to develop strategic leaders equipped with the knowledge and skills to navigate today’s dynamic business landscape.

The program emphasizes critical thinking, leadership, communication, and problem-solving, preparing graduates for diverse roles in corporate management, entrepreneurship, and consultancy. With a curriculum that integrates innovation, sustainability, and practical business applications, UNITEN’s MBA uniquely specializes in energy and sustainability, integrating digitalization trends to equip professionals for the evolving industry 5.0 landscape.

Designed for career acceleration, the program offers a fast track to the Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA) qualification, requiring students to complete only two case studies. With access to a vast network of industry and academic partners both locally and internationally, students benefit from enhanced career prospects and global connections. Our expert faculty fosters diverse perspectives through international collaborations, exchange programs, and free international training opportunities. 

Students can choose between the conventional MBA or the Open and Distance Learning (ODL) MBA, offering flexibility for working professionals. The program can be completed in a minimum duration of one year which requires 40 credits, including 10 core subjects, 1 elective, and 2 business projects. The projects engage students in applied research projects, addressing real-world challenges in sustainable business through structured research methodologies, ensuring innovative and impactful solutions within a dynamic global setting.

Whether you aspire to advance your career, start a business, or lead organizational change, we invite you to embark on a Leadership Journey with our MBA which integrates contemporary business knowledge with energy and sustainability, crafting visionary leaders for tomorrow's challenges.

🗓️ Intakes 2026
January, June & August
 
🕒 Duration
4 years (Part-time)
3 years (Full-time)

🪙 Total Programme Fee

RM23,000 - for Malaysian students

RM25,000 - for International students

 

⭐ Career Prospect
  1. Range of Monthly Salary (from fresh to senior position):
    RM2,000 – RM25,000
    Source: Jobstreet Salary Report and Kelly Services (Malaysia) Salary Guide.

  2. Employability Rate (within 6 months of Graduation):
    94.0% Employed | 6.0% Job Creators / Further Study
    Source: Ministry of Education Malaysia’s Graduate Tracer Study.

Program Structure