Master of Philosophy (Business Administration)

Overview

The Master of Philosophy (MPhil) programme in Business Administration is a full research degree that aims to expand a student's research knowledge and capability to conduct independent research in different areas of Business. In addition, students are encouraged to develop new ideas or employ well-thought-out methodologies to produce research that has substantial theoretical and practical contributions.

Students will utilise the best-suited research design to explore and/or test informed ideas. The outcome of the research extends the frontiers of knowledge, and students will disseminate the scholarly findings to peers and practitioners, through academic and professional networks, conferences/seminars, and even publications.

Sunway University has a dedicated team of academicians to mentor students along their research journey, as they investigate a topic of their choice. Students may pursue a topic or an issue which they are currently researching within a work area, in which case the MPhil can also be of direct relevance to current employment. Alternatively, students can choose to undertake research in any particular area they are passionate about. Although students are allowed to choose any research topic of their interest, the research topic must be contemporary, interesting, and timely.
 

Intakes
January, July
Duration
2 Years (full-time)
3 Years (part-time)
Career Prospects
  • Teacher
  • Editor
  • Market Research Analyst
  • Technical writer
  • Advertising manager
  • Research associate
  • Publisher
  • Political analyst
  • Human resources manager
  • School principal
  • Economist
  • Business consultant
Estimated Total Course Fee
  • RM45,700
    for Malaysian students
  • USD10,796
    for international students
International students must pay their fees in RM equivalent. The USD here is just an indicative/estimation and subject to the prevalent exchange rate

Programme Structure

Research Methodology

In addition to the thesis component, students will be required to take Research Methodology to enhance their knowledge in research. 

Thesis

Students pursuing the Master of Philosophy (MPhil) programme shall undertake an in-depth study on a particular research topic, the findings of which shall be submitted in the form of a thesis. The thesis must be defended in an oral examination, called a viva voce.

Professional Development Activities

Candidates are also required to participate in academic activities, such as workshops, seminars, conferences and talks in various fields of study to enhance their knowledge, skills and experiences.

Areas of Research

We have a team of dedicated Supervisors with expertise in areas of research including (but not limited to):

Global Business
Transformative and/or digital Marketing
Energy and/or Green Finance
Sustainable Supply Chain Management
Digital Automation
Corporate Social Responsibility and/or ESG
Diversity and Inclusion
Modern workplace behaviour
Talent Management
Financial Reporting and Disclosure
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Entry Requirements

  • A Bachelor’s degree (Level 6 MQF) in related fields with a minimum Cumulative Grade Point Average (CGPA) of 2.75 as accepted by the University Senate; OR
  • A Bachelor’s degree (Level 6 MQF) in related fields with a minimum CGPA of 2.50 and not meeting a CGPA of 2.75 can be accepted, subject to rigorous internal assessment; OR
  • A Bachelor’s degree (Level 6 MQF) in related fields with a minimum CGPA of 2.00 and not meeting a CGPA of 2.50 can be accepted, subject to a minimum of five years of relevant working experience and rigorous internal assessment; OR
  • A Bachelor’s degree (Level 6 MQF) in non-related fields with a minimum CGPA of 2.50 as accepted by the University Senate, subject to a minimum of 2 years of relevant working experience and rigorous internal assessment; OR
  • A Bachelor’s degree (Level 6 MQF) in non-related fields with a minimum CGPA of 2.00 and not meeting 2.5 as accepted by the University Senate, subject to a minimum of five years of relevant working experience and rigorous internal assessment; OR
  • A Bachelor’s degree (Level 6 MQF) in non-related fields with a minimum CGPA of 2.00 as accepted by the Univrsity Senate and without relevant working experience, subject to passing pre-requisite courses; OR
  • An APEL.A Certificate (APEL T-7) (Recognition of Prior Learning) (Click on this link for further information on APEL.A)
  • Other qualifications equivalent to a bachelor’s degree (Level 6 MQF) recognised by the Malaysian Government.

English Language Requirements

  • IELTS: 6.0 or equivalent

Application Procedure

Candidates are requested to send the completed application with the following supporting documents to Master of Philosophy at @email

  1. Sunway postgraduate application form
  2. A copy of National Identity Card (Malaysians only) or Passport (all pages for international students)
  3. Certified copies of transcripts of Master’s and undergraduate degrees
  4. Curriculum Vitae (CV)
  5. IELTS score or its equivalent (if relevant)
  6. Two (2) passport-sized photographs
  7. Research proposal in softcopy 

Research proposal, which includes

  • Working title
  • Nature of the research that interest you and why; and 
  • References to anything you have read relevant to this research area
  • Word count: Maximum 1,000 words 

     

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Contact Information

For more information, please email:

 

Programme Administrators  
Norhaniza Abdul Latiff  
Email: @email

Loke Bee Khum  
Email: @email

Programme Leader  
Dr Koay Kian Yeik  
Email: @email

Scholarships and Financial Aid

Scholarship Available

For more information about the scholarships and financial aid, please visit the SEG Scholarships website.

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