Putra Business SchoolPBS

English requirements

TOEFL PBT 550; TOEFL iBT 60; IELTS 6.0; MUET Band 4.0; PTE 59; Cambridge/Linguaskill 169; ELS 109 for international applicants, with conditional admission / exemptions as stated by PBS

Additional notes

PRC may apply for those without business or management background

Accreditation

Programme code (R/345/7/1089)(MQA/FA10810)(12/28)

Career outcomes

• Not explicitly listed on the official programme page

Structured source fields

Institution Division

Putra Business School / Academic Programmes / Coursework Programme

Award

Postgraduate Certificate in Business Administration

Study Mode

Physical / Face-to-face; Full-time or Part-time sequence stated by PBS

Duration

About 8 months to 1 year; Full-time local: 2 trimesters; Part-time local: 3 trimesters; International: 3 trimesters

Campus / Location

Serdang, Selangor

Intake(s)

January, May, September

Tuition Fee

Official PGCert FAQ PDF states: Full-Time Local RM16,300; Part-Time Local RM16,800; International RM20,300. Fees are payable according to trimester schedule.

Career Prospects

Not explicitly listed on the official programme page

English Language Requirements

TOEFL PBT 550; TOEFL iBT 60; IELTS 6.0; MUET Band 4.0; PTE 59; Cambridge/Linguaskill 169; ELS 109 for international applicants, with conditional admission / exemptions as stated by PBS

Additional / Specific Requirements

PRC may apply for those without business or management background

Accreditation / Recognition

Programme code (R/345/7/1089)(MQA/FA10810)(12/28)

Official Programme Link

https://putrabusinessschool.edu.my/academic/academic-programmes/pgcert-programme/

Official links

Source notes

• PBS states this programme is a pathway to the MBA and that graduates are eligible for exemptions of all MBA core courses for continuation into PBS MBA programmes.
• The FAQ states the programme carries 21 credit hours and no project paper is required.

English requirements

Not clearly stated as a strict admission threshold on the mobility page; TOEFL or IELTS is recommended

Additional notes

Application via Study Abroad Application Form; Academic Registry review; interview if necessary; number of exchange students varies by destination; students going to non-partner universities must apply to host university themselves but PBS approval is compulsory

Accreditation

Not clearly stated on the official website

Career outcomes

• Not explicitly listed on the official programme page

Structured source fields

Institution Division

Putra Business School / Academic Programmes / Student Mobility

Award

Not clearly stated on the official website

Study Mode

Physical mobility / exchange; inbound and outbound mobility options are described

Duration

One semester or two semesters maximum

Campus / Location

PBS and partner / host universities

Intake(s)

Exchange semester application deadline stated as Fall Semester: 30 April; Spring Semester: 31 August

Tuition Fee

PBS states students should pay tuition fees at the home university (PBS) before departing to the host university. Additional host-university or mobility-related fees are not clearly stated on the official website.

Career Prospects

Not explicitly listed on the official programme page

English Language Requirements

Not clearly stated as a strict admission threshold on the mobility page; TOEFL or IELTS is recommended

Additional / Specific Requirements

Application via Study Abroad Application Form; Academic Registry review; interview if necessary; number of exchange students varies by destination; students going to non-partner universities must apply to host university themselves but PBS approval is compulsory

Accreditation / Recognition

Not clearly stated on the official website

Official Programme Link

https://putrabusinessschool.edu.my/academic/academic-programmes/exchange-mobility-programmes/

Official links

Source notes

• The mobility page distinguishes inbound and outbound mobility.
• The page says the information was updated on 6 February 2026.

English requirements

For international applicants: TOEFL PBT 550; TOEFL iBT 60; IELTS Band 6.0; MUET Band 4.0; PTE Academic 59; Cambridge English / Linguaskill 169; ELS CIEP Level 109. Conditional admission and certain exemptions are stated on the official page.

Additional notes

Students without business or management background are required to complete a Pre-Requisite Course (PRC); PRC fee stated as RM500

Accreditation

Programme code (R/345/7/1056)(MQA/FA8638)(05/27); PBS states its MBA programmes are AACSB, BGA and MQA-accredited

Career outcomes

• Not explicitly listed on the official programme page

Structured source fields

Institution Division

Putra Business School / Academic Programmes / Coursework Programme

Award

Master of Business Administration

Study Mode

Full-time or Part-time; Physical / Face-to-face

Duration

Full-time: 1 year to 2 years; Part-time: 2 years to 2 years 4 months

Campus / Location

Serdang, Selangor (main PBS location stated on official pages)

Intake(s)

January, May, September

Tuition Fee

Official current fee table on the programme page is image-based. PBS-hosted MBA brochure PDF states: Local Full-time RM29,250; Local Part-time RM31,250; International RM33,950. Additional notes on the programme page also state: visa fees are excluded for international students; 6% SST applies to non-Malaysian citizens; application processing fee is non-refundable; USD500 (RM2,500) one-off examination fee is payable by PBS students; DMI royalty fee USD200 is mentioned for the Certified Digital Marketing Associate component. Please verify the latest payable structure directly with PBS before applying.

Career Prospects

Not explicitly listed on the official programme page

English Language Requirements

For international applicants: TOEFL PBT 550; TOEFL iBT 60; IELTS Band 6.0; MUET Band 4.0; PTE Academic 59; Cambridge English / Linguaskill 169; ELS CIEP Level 109. Conditional admission and certain exemptions are stated on the official page.

Additional / Specific Requirements

Students without business or management background are required to complete a Pre-Requisite Course (PRC); PRC fee stated as RM500

Accreditation / Recognition

Programme code (R/345/7/1056)(MQA/FA8638)(05/27); PBS states its MBA programmes are AACSB, BGA and MQA-accredited

Official Programme Link

https://putrabusinessschool.edu.my/academic/academic-programmes/mba/

Official links

Source notes

• The programme page also states the award package includes a PBS MBA degree, CSSCP certification from ISCEA MY, Certified Digital Marketing Associate from DMI International, and CMI e-certificate/membership, subject to terms and conditions.
• Intake closing dates are published separately on PBS’s official Intakes & Deadlines page.

English requirements

TOEFL PBT 550; TOEFL iBT 60; IELTS 6.0; MUET Band 4.0; PTE 59; Cambridge/Linguaskill 169; ELS 109 for international applicants; conditional admission and exemptions are stated by PBS

Additional notes

PRC may apply for those without business or management background

Accreditation

Programme code (R/345/7/0962)(MQA/FA8654)(09/28)

Career outcomes

• Not explicitly listed on the official programme page

Structured source fields

Institution Division

Putra Business School / Academic Programmes / Research Programme

Award

Master of Science

Study Mode

Flexible

Duration

Full-time: 4 to 6 semesters (2 to 3 years); Part-time: 6 to 8 semesters (3 to 4 years)

Campus / Location

Serdang, Selangor; consultations / seminars may be subject to PBS arrangements

Intake(s)

March, September; PBS also states rolling intake is available for MSc applicants

Tuition Fee

Official MSc FAQ PDF states: Local 4 semesters RM11,650; Local 6 semesters RM14,570; International 4 semesters RM18,350; International 6 semesters RM23,670. PBS states fees differ by study duration. Please verify current payable schedule directly with PBS.

Career Prospects

Not explicitly listed on the official programme page

English Language Requirements

TOEFL PBT 550; TOEFL iBT 60; IELTS 6.0; MUET Band 4.0; PTE 59; Cambridge/Linguaskill 169; ELS 109 for international applicants; conditional admission and exemptions are stated by PBS

Additional / Specific Requirements

PRC may apply for those without business or management background

Accreditation / Recognition

Programme code (R/345/7/0962)(MQA/FA8654)(09/28)

Official Programme Link

https://putrabusinessschool.edu.my/academic/academic-programmes/master-of-science/

Official links

Source notes

• The current MSc page admission heading specifically says “To qualify for each of the Master of Science (Management)”. Users should verify with PBS whether the official internal discipline naming remains “Master of Science” generally or “Master of Science (Management)” in admission handling.
• The MSc FAQ states all learning activities are conducted in English.

English requirements

TOEFL PBT 550; TOEFL iBT 60; IELTS 6.0; MUET Band 4.0; PTE 59; Cambridge/Linguaskill 169; ELS 109 for international applicants; validity period not more than five years; conditional admission and exemptions are stated by PBS

Additional notes

Rigorous internal assessment may include statement of purpose, interview and other methods; PRC may apply; ODL FAQ includes credit transfer rules and says 40% of the credit fee is charged for approved transferred credits

Accreditation

Programme code (N-DL/0414/7/0001)(MQA/FA15283)(03/27)

Career outcomes

• Not explicitly listed on the official programme page

Structured source fields

Institution Division

Putra Business School / Academic Programmes / Coursework Programme

Award

Master of Business Administration

Study Mode

Online / Open and Distance Learning

Duration

About 1 year 8 months

Campus / Location

Online; Putra LMS / Self-Instructional Materials

Intake(s)

January, May, September

Tuition Fee

Official MBA-ODL FAQ PDF states total fee for both local and international students is RM36,700. Fees are payable by trimester. PBS also states an administrative fee may apply if the student requires more than 5 trimesters.

Career Prospects

Not explicitly listed on the official programme page

English Language Requirements

TOEFL PBT 550; TOEFL iBT 60; IELTS 6.0; MUET Band 4.0; PTE 59; Cambridge/Linguaskill 169; ELS 109 for international applicants; validity period not more than five years; conditional admission and exemptions are stated by PBS

Additional / Specific Requirements

Rigorous internal assessment may include statement of purpose, interview and other methods; PRC may apply; ODL FAQ includes credit transfer rules and says 40% of the credit fee is charged for approved transferred credits

Accreditation / Recognition

Programme code (N-DL/0414/7/0001)(MQA/FA15283)(03/27)

Official Programme Link

https://putrabusinessschool.edu.my/academic/academic-programmes/mba-open-and-distance-learning-mode/

Official links

Source notes

• The programme page states the award package includes a PBS MBA degree, CSSCP certification, and CMI-related recognition, subject to terms and conditions.
• The official FAQ states the programme is conducted online through Putra LMS using Self-Instructional Materials.

Entry requirements

Same general MBA admission routes stated by PBS: related degree with CGPA 2.50; related degree with CGPA 2.00 and rigorous internal assessment; non-related degree with CGPA 2.00 plus relevant work experience and rigorous internal assessment; non-related degree with CGPA 2.00 without relevant work experience subject to pre-requisite courses; APEL; or other recognised equivalent qualification

English requirements

TOEFL PBT 550; TOEFL iBT 60; IELTS 6.0; MUET Band 4.0; PTE 59; Cambridge/Linguaskill 169; ELS 109 for international applicants, with conditional admission / exemptions as stated by PBS

Additional notes

PRC may apply for those without business or management background; MAICSA Graduateship application must be made after registering for the specialisation course but before registering for Project Paper

Accreditation

Programme code (R/345/7/1055)(MQA/FA8639)(05/27)

Career outcomes

• Not explicitly listed on the official programme page

Structured source fields

Institution Division

Putra Business School / Academic Programmes / Coursework Programme

Award

Master of Business Administration (Corporate Governance)

Study Mode

Full-time or Part-time; Physical / Face-to-face

Duration

Full-time: 1 year 4 months to 2 years; Part-time: 2 years to 2 years 8 months

Campus / Location

Serdang, Selangor

Intake(s)

January, May, September

Tuition Fee

Official current fee table on the programme page is image-based. PBS-hosted MBA brochure PDF groups this specialisation with MBA, MBA (International Business), and MBA (Finance): Local Full-time RM29,250; Local Part-time RM31,250; International RM33,950. Programme page notes also state visa fees are excluded for international students; 6% SST applies to non-Malaysian citizens; application processing fee is non-refundable; an additional RM2,850 is payable directly to MAICSA after application approval.

Career Prospects

Not explicitly listed on the official programme page

Entry Requirements

Same general MBA admission routes stated by PBS: related degree with CGPA 2.50; related degree with CGPA 2.00 and rigorous internal assessment; non-related degree with CGPA 2.00 plus relevant work experience and rigorous internal assessment; non-related degree with CGPA 2.00 without relevant work experience subject to pre-requisite courses; APEL; or other recognised equivalent qualification

English Language Requirements

TOEFL PBT 550; TOEFL iBT 60; IELTS 6.0; MUET Band 4.0; PTE 59; Cambridge/Linguaskill 169; ELS 109 for international applicants, with conditional admission / exemptions as stated by PBS

Additional / Specific Requirements

PRC may apply for those without business or management background; MAICSA Graduateship application must be made after registering for the specialisation course but before registering for Project Paper

Accreditation / Recognition

Programme code (R/345/7/1055)(MQA/FA8639)(05/27)

Official Programme Link

https://putrabusinessschool.edu.my/academic/academic-programmes/mba_corporate-governance/

Official links

Source notes

• The programme page states students may obtain MAICSA Graduateship and CMI-related recognition, subject to terms and conditions.

Entry requirements

Same general MBA admission routes stated by PBS

English requirements

TOEFL PBT 550; TOEFL iBT 60; IELTS 6.0; MUET Band 4.0; PTE 59; Cambridge/Linguaskill 169; ELS 109 for international applicants, with conditional admission / exemptions as stated by PBS

Additional notes

PRC may apply for those without business or management background; applicants may apply for Certified Financial Planner-related certification after enrolling in FIN7204 or before completing studies, subject to partner terms

Accreditation

Programme code (R/345/7/1058)(MQA/FA8637)(08/27)

Career outcomes

• Not explicitly listed on the official programme page

Structured source fields

Institution Division

Putra Business School / Academic Programmes / Coursework Programme

Award

Master of Business Administration (Finance)

Study Mode

Full-time or Part-time; Physical / Face-to-face

Duration

Full-time: 1 year 4 months to 2 years; Part-time: 2 years to 2 years 8 months

Campus / Location

Serdang, Selangor

Intake(s)

January, May, September

Tuition Fee

Official current fee table on the programme page is image-based. PBS-hosted MBA brochure PDF groups this specialisation with MBA, MBA (Corporate Governance), and MBA (International Business): Local Full-time RM29,250; Local Part-time RM31,250; International RM33,950. Programme page notes also state visa fees are excluded for international students; 6% SST applies to non-Malaysian citizens; application processing fee is non-refundable; an additional RM2,200 (excluding course fee) is payable directly to FPAM after approval.

Career Prospects

Not explicitly listed on the official programme page

Entry Requirements

Same general MBA admission routes stated by PBS

English Language Requirements

TOEFL PBT 550; TOEFL iBT 60; IELTS 6.0; MUET Band 4.0; PTE 59; Cambridge/Linguaskill 169; ELS 109 for international applicants, with conditional admission / exemptions as stated by PBS

Additional / Specific Requirements

PRC may apply for those without business or management background; applicants may apply for Certified Financial Planner-related certification after enrolling in FIN7204 or before completing studies, subject to partner terms

Accreditation / Recognition

Programme code (R/345/7/1058)(MQA/FA8637)(08/27)

Official Programme Link

https://putrabusinessschool.edu.my/academic/academic-programmes/mba_finance/

Official links

Source notes

• The programme page states the award package includes FPAM / Certified Financial Planner-related recognition and CMI-related recognition, subject to terms and conditions.

Entry requirements

Same general MBA admission routes stated by PBS

English requirements

TOEFL PBT 550; TOEFL iBT 60; IELTS 6.0; MUET Band 4.0; PTE 59; Cambridge/Linguaskill 169; ELS 109 for international applicants, with conditional admission / exemptions as stated by PBS

Additional notes

PRC may apply for those without business or management background

Accreditation

Programme code (R/345/7/0991)(MQA/FA8656)(11/26)

Career outcomes

• Not explicitly listed on the official programme page

Structured source fields

Institution Division

Putra Business School / Academic Programmes / Coursework Programme

Award

Master of Business Administration (Human Potential Management)

Study Mode

Full-time or Part-time; Physical / Face-to-face

Duration

Full-time: 1 year 4 months to 2 years; Part-time: 2 years to 2 years 8 months

Campus / Location

Serdang, Selangor

Intake(s)

January, May, September

Tuition Fee

Official current fee table on the programme page is image-based. PBS-hosted MBA brochure PDF groups this specialisation with MBA (Marketing): Local Full-time RM33,750; Local Part-time RM35,750; International RM38,450. Programme page notes also state visa fees are excluded for international students; 6% SST applies to non-Malaysian citizens; application processing fee is non-refundable. Please verify the current payable breakdown directly with PBS.

Career Prospects

Not explicitly listed on the official programme page

Entry Requirements

Same general MBA admission routes stated by PBS

English Language Requirements

TOEFL PBT 550; TOEFL iBT 60; IELTS 6.0; MUET Band 4.0; PTE 59; Cambridge/Linguaskill 169; ELS 109 for international applicants, with conditional admission / exemptions as stated by PBS

Additional / Specific Requirements

PRC may apply for those without business or management background

Accreditation / Recognition

Programme code (R/345/7/0991)(MQA/FA8656)(11/26)

Official Programme Link

https://putrabusinessschool.edu.my/academic/academic-programmes/mba_human-potential-management/

Official links

Source notes

• The programme page states the award package includes MIHRM and CMI-related recognition, subject to terms and conditions.

Entry requirements

Same general MBA admission routes stated by PBS

English requirements

TOEFL PBT 550; TOEFL iBT 60; IELTS 6.0; MUET Band 4.0; PTE 59; Cambridge/Linguaskill 169; ELS 109 for international applicants, with conditional admission / exemptions as stated by PBS

Additional notes

PRC may apply for those without business or management background

Accreditation

Programme code (R/345/7/1076)(MQA/FA8640)(05/28)

Career outcomes

• Not explicitly listed on the official programme page

Structured source fields

Institution Division

Putra Business School / Academic Programmes / Coursework Programme

Award

Master of Business Administration (International Business)

Study Mode

Full-time or Part-time; Physical / Face-to-face

Duration

Full-time: 1 year 4 months to 2 years; Part-time: 2 years to 2 years 8 months

Campus / Location

Serdang, Selangor

Intake(s)

January, May, September

Tuition Fee

Official current fee table on the programme page is image-based. PBS-hosted MBA brochure PDF groups this specialisation with MBA, MBA (Corporate Governance), and MBA (Finance): Local Full-time RM29,250; Local Part-time RM31,250; International RM33,950. Programme page notes also state visa fees are excluded for international students; 6% SST applies to non-Malaysian citizens; application processing fee is non-refundable; USD500 (RM2,500) one-off examination fee is payable by PBS students.

Career Prospects

Not explicitly listed on the official programme page

Entry Requirements

Same general MBA admission routes stated by PBS

English Language Requirements

TOEFL PBT 550; TOEFL iBT 60; IELTS 6.0; MUET Band 4.0; PTE 59; Cambridge/Linguaskill 169; ELS 109 for international applicants, with conditional admission / exemptions as stated by PBS

Additional / Specific Requirements

PRC may apply for those without business or management background

Accreditation / Recognition

Programme code (R/345/7/1076)(MQA/FA8640)(05/28)

Official Programme Link

https://putrabusinessschool.edu.my/academic/academic-programmes/mba_international-business/

Official links

Source notes

• The programme page states the award package includes CSSCP, DMI-related recognition and CMI-related recognition, subject to terms and conditions.

Entry requirements

Same general MBA admission routes stated by PBS

English requirements

TOEFL PBT 550; TOEFL iBT 60; IELTS 6.0; MUET Band 4.0; PTE 59; Cambridge/Linguaskill 169; ELS 109 for international applicants, with conditional admission / exemptions as stated by PBS

Additional notes

PRC may apply for those without business or management background; students are required to sit for the Certified Professional Marketer (CPM) examination before study completion

Accreditation

Programme code (R/345/7/0986)(MQA/FA8333)(11/26)

Career outcomes

• Not explicitly listed on the official programme page

Structured source fields

Institution Division

Putra Business School / Academic Programmes / Coursework Programme

Award

Master of Business Administration (Marketing)

Study Mode

Full-time or Part-time; Physical / Face-to-face

Duration

Full-time: 1 year 4 months to 2 years; Part-time: 2 years to 2 years 8 months

Campus / Location

Serdang, Selangor

Intake(s)

January, May, September

Tuition Fee

Official current fee table on the programme page is image-based. PBS-hosted MBA brochure PDF states: Local Full-time RM33,750; Local Part-time RM35,750; International RM38,450. Programme page notes further state visa fees are excluded for international students; 6% SST applies to non-Malaysian citizens; application processing fee is non-refundable; CPM examination is included in the programme fee; an additional RM500 professional status fee is payable directly to the Institute of Marketing Malaysia before sitting the examination.

Career Prospects

Not explicitly listed on the official programme page

Entry Requirements

Same general MBA admission routes stated by PBS

English Language Requirements

TOEFL PBT 550; TOEFL iBT 60; IELTS 6.0; MUET Band 4.0; PTE 59; Cambridge/Linguaskill 169; ELS 109 for international applicants, with conditional admission / exemptions as stated by PBS

Additional / Specific Requirements

PRC may apply for those without business or management background; students are required to sit for the Certified Professional Marketer (CPM) examination before study completion

Accreditation / Recognition

Programme code (R/345/7/0986)(MQA/FA8333)(11/26)

Official Programme Link

https://putrabusinessschool.edu.my/academic/academic-programmes/mba_marketing/

Official links

Source notes

• The programme page states the award package includes Certified Professional Marketer (Asia), DMI-related recognition, and CMI-related recognition, subject to terms and conditions.

English requirements

TOEFL PBT 550; TOEFL iBT 60; IELTS 6.0; MUET Band 4.0; PTE 59; Cambridge/Linguaskill 169; ELS 109 for international applicants; conditional admission and exemptions are stated by PBS

Additional notes

Applicants must have a business-related field to qualify according to the published FAQ wording; non-related applicants with work experience must undergo interview; those without work experience must complete five pre-requisite courses; official FAQ states completion includes 11 subjects (42 credits of coursework) and a thesis

Accreditation

Programme code listed on current page as (MQA/PA18221)

Career outcomes

• Not explicitly listed on the official programme page

Structured source fields

Institution Division

Putra Business School / Academic Programmes / Mixed-Mode Programme

Award

Doctor of Business Administration

Study Mode

Online / ODL / Mixed-mode

Duration

Full-time: 6 to 10 semesters (3 to 5 years); Part-time: 8 to 12 semesters (4 to 6 years)

Campus / Location

Online; Putra LMS / Self-Instructional Materials; viva/thesis-related requirements should be verified directly with PBS

Intake(s)

March, September

Tuition Fee

Official DBA-ODL FAQ PDF states total fee for both local and international students is RM46,000. Fees are payable per trimester. PBS also states an administrative fee may apply if the student requires more than 6 semesters.

Career Prospects

Not explicitly listed on the official programme page

English Language Requirements

TOEFL PBT 550; TOEFL iBT 60; IELTS 6.0; MUET Band 4.0; PTE 59; Cambridge/Linguaskill 169; ELS 109 for international applicants; conditional admission and exemptions are stated by PBS

Additional / Specific Requirements

Applicants must have a business-related field to qualify according to the published FAQ wording; non-related applicants with work experience must undergo interview; those without work experience must complete five pre-requisite courses; official FAQ states completion includes 11 subjects (42 credits of coursework) and a thesis

Accreditation / Recognition

Programme code listed on current page as (MQA/PA18221)

Official Programme Link

https://putrabusinessschool.edu.my/academic/academic-programmes/dba-odl/

Official links

Source notes

• The official FAQ states the certificate will read “Doctor of Business Administration”; ODL as delivery mode is not stated on the certificate, only in the transcript.
• The official FAQ also states the minimum DBA-ODL thesis length is 60,000 words and compares this with PhD thesis expectations.

Entry requirements

Master’s degree (Level 7, MQF) in related fields; or Master’s degree in non-related fields with relevant working experience and rigorous internal assessment; or Master’s degree in non-related fields without relevant working experience subject to pre-requisite courses; or equivalent qualification recognised by the Malaysian Government; PBS also states this programme accepts APEL T-8. Applicants must have a business-related field to qualify; non-related applicants with work experience must undergo interview; those without work experience must complete five pre-requisite courses.

English requirements

TOEFL PBT 550; TOEFL iBT 60; IELTS 6.0; MUET Band 4.0; PTE 59; Cambridge/Linguaskill 169; ELS 109 for international applicants; conditional admission and exemptions are stated by PBS

Additional notes

Five stated pre-requisite courses for non-related applicants without working experience: Managing People, Managing Financial Resources, Understanding Customers, Understanding Environment, Strategic Planning. PRC fee stated as RM500.

Accreditation

Programme code (R/344/8/0470)(MQA/FA8650)(09/28)

Career outcomes

• Not explicitly listed on the official programme page

Structured source fields

Institution Division

Putra Business School / Academic Programmes / Research Programme

Award

Doctor of Philosophy

Study Mode

Flexible

Duration

Full-time: 6 to 10 semesters (3 to 5 years); Part-time: 8 to 12 semesters (4 to 6 years)

Campus / Location

Serdang, Selangor

Intake(s)

March, September; PBS also states rolling intake is available for PhD applicants

Tuition Fee

Official PhD FAQ PDF states: Local 6 semesters RM22,350; Local 8 semesters RM26,550; International 6 semesters RM36,350; International 8 semesters RM44,390. Administrative fee may apply depending on study duration.

Career Prospects

Not explicitly listed on the official programme page

Entry Requirements

Master’s degree (Level 7, MQF) in related fields; or Master’s degree in non-related fields with relevant working experience and rigorous internal assessment; or Master’s degree in non-related fields without relevant working experience subject to pre-requisite courses; or equivalent qualification recognised by the Malaysian Government; PBS also states this programme accepts APEL T-8. Applicants must have a business-related field to qualify; non-related applicants with work experience must undergo interview; those without work experience must complete five pre-requisite courses.

English Language Requirements

TOEFL PBT 550; TOEFL iBT 60; IELTS 6.0; MUET Band 4.0; PTE 59; Cambridge/Linguaskill 169; ELS 109 for international applicants; conditional admission and exemptions are stated by PBS

Additional / Specific Requirements

Five stated pre-requisite courses for non-related applicants without working experience: Managing People, Managing Financial Resources, Understanding Customers, Understanding Environment, Strategic Planning. PRC fee stated as RM500.

Accreditation / Recognition

Programme code (R/344/8/0470)(MQA/FA8650)(09/28)

Official Programme Link

https://putrabusinessschool.edu.my/academic/academic-programmes/phd-accounting/

Official links

Source notes

• PBS’s general PhD FAQ states assignments, research proposals and theses must be written in English.

Entry requirements

Master’s degree in related fields; or Master’s degree in non-related fields with relevant working experience and rigorous internal assessment; or Master’s degree in non-related fields without relevant working experience subject to pre-requisite courses; or equivalent qualification recognised by the Malaysian Government

English requirements

TOEFL PBT 550; TOEFL iBT 60; IELTS 6.0; MUET Band 4.0; PTE 59; Cambridge/Linguaskill 169; ELS 109 for international applicants; conditional admission and exemptions are stated by PBS

Additional notes

Please verify directly with PBS whether any discipline-specific supervisor or proposal requirements apply beyond the published general admissions framework

Accreditation

Programme code (R/343/8/0207)(MQA/FA8652)(09/28)

Career outcomes

• Not explicitly listed on the official programme page

Structured source fields

Institution Division

Putra Business School / Academic Programmes / Research Programme

Award

Doctor of Philosophy

Study Mode

Flexible

Duration

Full-time: 6 to 10 semesters (3 to 5 years); Part-time: 8 to 12 semesters (4 to 6 years)

Campus / Location

Serdang, Selangor

Intake(s)

March, September; rolling intake also stated by PBS for PhD applicants

Tuition Fee

Same official PhD FAQ fee guidance as above: Local RM22,350 (6 semesters) / RM26,550 (8 semesters); International RM36,350 (6 semesters) / RM44,390 (8 semesters); administrative fee may apply depending on study duration

Career Prospects

Not explicitly listed on the official programme page

Entry Requirements

Master’s degree in related fields; or Master’s degree in non-related fields with relevant working experience and rigorous internal assessment; or Master’s degree in non-related fields without relevant working experience subject to pre-requisite courses; or equivalent qualification recognised by the Malaysian Government

English Language Requirements

TOEFL PBT 550; TOEFL iBT 60; IELTS 6.0; MUET Band 4.0; PTE 59; Cambridge/Linguaskill 169; ELS 109 for international applicants; conditional admission and exemptions are stated by PBS

Additional / Specific Requirements

Please verify directly with PBS whether any discipline-specific supervisor or proposal requirements apply beyond the published general admissions framework

Accreditation / Recognition

Programme code (R/343/8/0207)(MQA/FA8652)(09/28)

Official Programme Link

https://putrabusinessschool.edu.my/academic/academic-programmes/phd-finance/

Official links

Source notes

• The programme page does not separately publish a distinct fee table in accessible text; the official PhD FAQ provides the published fee ranges by study duration.

Entry requirements

Master’s degree in related fields; or Master’s degree in non-related fields with relevant working experience and rigorous internal assessment; or Master’s degree in non-related fields without relevant working experience subject to pre-requisite courses; or equivalent qualification recognised by the Malaysian Government; PBS also states this programme accepts APEL T-8. Applicants must have a business-related field to qualify; non-related applicants with work experience must undergo interview; those without work experience must complete five pre-requisite courses.

English requirements

TOEFL PBT 550; TOEFL iBT 60; IELTS 6.0; MUET Band 4.0; PTE 59; Cambridge/Linguaskill 169; ELS 109 for international applicants; conditional admission and exemptions are stated by PBS

Additional notes

Five stated pre-requisite courses for non-related applicants without working experience: Managing People, Managing Financial Resources, Understanding Customers, Understanding Environment, Strategic Planning. PRC fee stated as RM500.

Accreditation

Programme code (R/345/8/0961)(MQA/FA8651)(09/28)

Career outcomes

• Not explicitly listed on the official programme page

Structured source fields

Institution Division

Putra Business School / Academic Programmes / Research Programme

Award

Doctor of Philosophy

Study Mode

Flexible

Duration

Full-time: 6 to 10 semesters (3 to 5 years); Part-time: 8 to 12 semesters (4 to 6 years)

Campus / Location

Serdang, Selangor

Intake(s)

March, September; rolling intake also stated by PBS for PhD applicants

Tuition Fee

Same official PhD FAQ fee guidance: Local RM22,350 (6 semesters) / RM26,550 (8 semesters); International RM36,350 (6 semesters) / RM44,390 (8 semesters); administrative fee may apply depending on study duration

Career Prospects

Not explicitly listed on the official programme page

Entry Requirements

Master’s degree in related fields; or Master’s degree in non-related fields with relevant working experience and rigorous internal assessment; or Master’s degree in non-related fields without relevant working experience subject to pre-requisite courses; or equivalent qualification recognised by the Malaysian Government; PBS also states this programme accepts APEL T-8. Applicants must have a business-related field to qualify; non-related applicants with work experience must undergo interview; those without work experience must complete five pre-requisite courses.

English Language Requirements

TOEFL PBT 550; TOEFL iBT 60; IELTS 6.0; MUET Band 4.0; PTE 59; Cambridge/Linguaskill 169; ELS 109 for international applicants; conditional admission and exemptions are stated by PBS

Additional / Specific Requirements

Five stated pre-requisite courses for non-related applicants without working experience: Managing People, Managing Financial Resources, Understanding Customers, Understanding Environment, Strategic Planning. PRC fee stated as RM500.

Accreditation / Recognition

Programme code (R/345/8/0961)(MQA/FA8651)(09/28)

Official Programme Link

https://putrabusinessschool.edu.my/academic/academic-programmes/phd-management/

Official links

Source notes

• The programme page highlights current-relevance examples including social entrepreneurship and sustainable development.

Entry requirements

Master’s degree in related fields; or Master’s degree in non-related fields with relevant working experience and rigorous internal assessment; or Master’s degree in non-related fields without relevant working experience subject to pre-requisite courses; or equivalent qualification recognised by the Malaysian Government

English requirements

TOEFL PBT 550; TOEFL iBT 60; IELTS 6.0; MUET Band 4.0; PTE 59; Cambridge/Linguaskill 169; ELS 109 for international applicants; conditional admission and exemptions are stated by PBS

Additional notes

Please verify directly with PBS whether any discipline-specific supervisor or proposal requirements apply beyond the published general admissions framework

Accreditation

Programme code (R/342/8/0187)(MQA/FA8646)(09/28)

Career outcomes

• Not explicitly listed on the official programme page

Structured source fields

Institution Division

Putra Business School / Academic Programmes / Research Programme

Award

Doctor of Philosophy

Study Mode

Flexible

Duration

Full-time: 6 to 10 semesters (3 to 5 years); Part-time: 8 to 12 semesters (4 to 6 years)

Campus / Location

Serdang, Selangor

Intake(s)

March, September; rolling intake also stated by PBS for PhD applicants

Tuition Fee

Same official PhD FAQ fee guidance: Local RM22,350 (6 semesters) / RM26,550 (8 semesters); International RM36,350 (6 semesters) / RM44,390 (8 semesters); administrative fee may apply depending on study duration

Career Prospects

Not explicitly listed on the official programme page

Entry Requirements

Master’s degree in related fields; or Master’s degree in non-related fields with relevant working experience and rigorous internal assessment; or Master’s degree in non-related fields without relevant working experience subject to pre-requisite courses; or equivalent qualification recognised by the Malaysian Government

English Language Requirements

TOEFL PBT 550; TOEFL iBT 60; IELTS 6.0; MUET Band 4.0; PTE 59; Cambridge/Linguaskill 169; ELS 109 for international applicants; conditional admission and exemptions are stated by PBS

Additional / Specific Requirements

Please verify directly with PBS whether any discipline-specific supervisor or proposal requirements apply beyond the published general admissions framework

Accreditation / Recognition

Programme code (R/342/8/0187)(MQA/FA8646)(09/28)

Official Programme Link

https://putrabusinessschool.edu.my/academic/academic-programmes/phd-marketing/

Official links

Source notes

• The programme page describes areas including branding, social media and consumer psychology.