Bachelor of Business With Honours

International Business

Programme Overview

This program aims to nurture innovative and universally responsible business executives specializing in international business to support the nation's aspiration of making Malaysia a global business hub. Students will be exposed to both theory and hands-on learning that extend beyond the classroom environment to produce a holistic business graduate who possesses high managerial and operational skills to serve local and international companies. Graduates of this program qualify for an array of managerial positions and other advanced roles in private, public and non-profit organizations. Graduates will be ready to work across industries locally or in different countries as a business adviser, business analyst, human resources officer, management consultant, procurement manager, product manager and in various fields of work.

Why Choose Us?

97.2% Graduate Employability

Achieve success with a remarkable 97.2% graduate employability rate in 2023, demonstrating our program's ability to prepare students for thriving global and local careers.
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Experienced Lecturers

Learn from dedicated lecturers with extensive academic and industry experience, providing valuable knowledge and global business perspectives.
Meet Our Lecturers

Career Pathways

Pursue diverse roles as a Business Advisor, Business Analyst, Human Resources Officer, Management Consultant, Procurement Manager, or Product Manager across various industries.

Holistic Development

Develop essential skills such as leadership, communication, critical thinking, and problem-solving, preparing you to thrive in diverse and competitive international business environments.

Program Code

UH6345002

MQA Reference Number

MQA/FA10926

Campus

Kota Kinabalu, Sabah

Duration

Full time: 3.5 years (7 semesters)

Total payment for 3.5 years of studies (excluding hostel fees)

Malaysian:
  • UPU Channel: RM6,850
  • Disabilities Students: RM4,255
  • Direct Intake/SATUMS: RM24,427.94
International Students: RM24,840
Fee Structure
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PEO1

Knowledgeable and technical competence in addressing contemporary business challenges.

PEO2

Effective in communication, perform well as a team player and demonstrate good leadership qualities in an organization.

PEO3

Capable to solve problems related to the field of international business, creatively, innovatively, ethically, using numerical and technical skills, and through sustainable approach.

PEO4

Able to demonstrate entrepreneurial skills and recognise the need of lifelong learning, as well as using a broad range of information, media, and technology applications for successful career advancement.

PLO1

Possess business knowledge across a wide range of contemporary business environments.

PLO2

Apply intellectual capabilities relevant to business challenges to create new business ideas, solutions, strategies and practices.

PLO3

Demonstrate skills in planning and organisation using tools, materials, technology and procedures to enhance professional competence for sustainable business practices.

PLO4

Demonstrate interactive communication, relationship and collaborative skills to manage business teams.

PLO5

Demonstrate effective communication in disseminating information using various tools and to a range of business audiences and environment.

PLO6

Apply digital technologies skills ethically for information storage, data processing, communication and problem solving in contemporary business challenges.

PLO7

Demonstrate quantitative and numerical skills to analyse the business environment.

PLO8

Demonstrate individual leadership to build relationships with varying degrees of autonomy and accountability in business organisations.

PLO9

Demonstrate enthusiasm for independent learning and self-development with confidence self- control, proper social skills and etiquette in the business environment.

PLO10

Demonstrate creativity, grit and drive in enterprising the business.

PLO11

Demonstrate awareness and respect of ethical, social and cultural differences professionally in business practices.

Entry Requirements for

STPMSTAMMatriculationFoundationDiplomaSekolah Sukan MalaysiaGCE A-levelInternational BaccalaureateInternational Students

  • Fulfils the University General Requirements

  • Obtain at least a Grade C in ONE (1) subject at the STPM level: Business Studies/Economics

  • Obtain at least a Grade C in ONE (1) subject at the SPM level: English Language.

  • Obtain at least a Grade E in ONE (1) subject at the SPM level: Mathematics.

  • Obtain at least BAND 2.0 for results obtained starting from Session 1 of the year 2021, or BAND 2 for results from 2020 and before in the Malaysian University English Test (MUET), within the validity period at the time of application.

  • Fulfils the University General Requirements

  • Obtain at least Jayyid level in the STAM examination

  • Obtain at least a Grade E in ONE (1) subject at the SPM level: Mathematics.

  • Obtain at least BAND 2.0 for results obtained starting from Session 1 of the year 2021, or BAND 2 for results from 2020 and before in the Malaysian University English Test (MUET), within the validity period at the time of application.

  • Fulfils the University General Requirements

  • Obtain at least a Grade C in ONE (1) subject at the Matriculation level: Business Management / Economics / Principles of Economics.

  • Obtain at least a Grade C in ONE (1) subject at the SPM level: English Language.

  • Obtain at least a Grade E in ONE (1) subject at the SPM level: Mathematics.

  • Obtained at least BAND 2.0 for results obtained starting from Session 1 of the year 2021, or BAND 2 for results from 2020 and before in the Malaysian University English Test (MUET), valid as of the application date.

  • Fulfils the University General Requirements

  • Possess a Diploma related to the field from an educational institution recognized by the Senate of Universiti Malaysia Sabah.

  • Obtain at least a Grade C in English Language at the SPM level.

  • Obtain at least a Grade E in Mathematics at the SPM level.

  • Obtained at least Band 2.0 in the Malaysian University English Test (MUET) for examinations starting from Session 1 of the year 2021 or Band 2 for examinations up to the year 2020, valid as of the application date.

  • Fulfils the University General Requirements

  • Obtain at least a Grade C (CGPA 2.00) at the Pre-University level of Sekolah Sukan Malaysia (SSM) in any of the following subjects: Business Studies/Economics

  • Obtain at least a Grade C in ONE (1) subject at the SPM level: English Language

  • Obtain at least a Grade E in ONE (1) subject at the SPM level: Mathematics

  • Obtained at least Band 2.0 in the Malaysian University English Test (MUET) for examinations starting from Session 1 of the year 2021 or Band 2 for examinations up to the year 2020, valid as of the application date.

  • Fulfils the University General Requirements

  • Possess qualifications related to educational institutions recognized by the Senate of Universiti Malaysia Sabah and have taken the following subjects at the GCE A-Level: Business Studies / Economics / Accounting

  • Obtain at least a Grade C in ONE (1) subject at the SPM level: English Language

  • Obtain at least a Grade E in ONE (1) subject at the SPM level: Mathematics

  • Obtained at least Band 2.0 in the Malaysian University English Test (MUET) for examinations starting from Session 1 of the year 2021 or Band 2 for examinations up to the year 2020, valid as of the application date.

  • Fulfils the University General Requirements

  • Possess qualifications related to educational institutions recognized by the Senate of Universiti Malaysia Sabah and have taken the following subjects at the International Baccalaureate (IB) level: Business Studies / Economics

  • Obtain at least a Grade C in ONE (1) subject at the SPM level: English Language

  • Obtain at least a Grade E in ONE (1) subject at the SPM level: Mathematics

  • Obtained at least Band 2.0 in the Malaysian University English Test (MUET) for examinations starting from Session 1 of the year 2021 or Band 2 for examinations up to the year 2020, valid as of the application date.

International candidates who wish to apply for the undergraduate program in UMS must follow the general entry requirements as follows:

Higher Certificate of Education (STPM) or GCE ‘A’ Level or equivalent:

  • A pass in GCE ‘O’ Level or its equivalent;
  • A pass in the STPM, GCE ‘A’ Level, or Higher School Certificate (HSC), or its equivalent with at least grade C in any THREE (03) subjects;
  • A pass in Cambridge International Examination Test with at least grade B; or
  • Exceptions for English-speaking countries as stated in the MQA qualifications; or
  • Exceptions for schools/institutes/colleges that use English as the official language for learning and teaching.
Foundation of Diploma or its Equivalent:
  • A Diploma or its equivalent recognized by the Malaysian government and the University Senate with a CGPA of at least 3.00;
  • A pass in the Cambridge International Examination Test with at least grade B; or
  • Exceptions for English-speaking countries, as stated in the MQA qualifications; or
  • Exceptions for schools/institutes/colleges that use English as the official language for learning and teaching.
English Competency Test
  • MUET Band 3.5
  • IELTS 5.0
  • TOEFL iBT 42
  • PTE Academic / PTE Academic (Online) 47 

Programme Structure

Program Specialisation Courses
  • Introduction to International Business
  • International Marketing
  • International Human Resource Management
  • Cross-Culture Management
  • International Product and Brand Management
  • International Finance
  • International Business Law
  • International Business Relations
  • International Trade
  • Global Supply Chain Management
  • International Logistics and Operations Management
  • Transport Policy and Planning
  • Movements of Goods
  • Issues in International Business
  • Research in International Business
  • Preparation of Industry Training
  • Industrial Training
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