PROGRAMME REVIEW
Perdana University, in collaboration with the European Council for Peace and Development (ECPD), offers a unique Master of Business Administration (Leadership and Global Strategy) program through open and distance learning (ODL). This program caters to aspiring leaders seeking to develop their skills in strategic thinking, global business acumen, and ethical leadership. The curriculum blends core business fundamentals with in-depth exploration of international business trends, cross-cultural management, and navigating diverse global markets. Led by seasoned academics and industry practitioners, the program emphasizes real-world case studies and practical application, preparing graduates to excel in leadership roles on the international stage. This ODL format allows working professionals to pursue their degree with flexibility while gaining valuable knowledge and expertise to advance their careers.
Entry Requirement
i. A Bachelor’s degree with minimum CGPA of 2.50 out of 4.00 or its equivalent qualifications as accepted by the HEP Senate; ORÂ
ii. A Bachelor’s degree with CGPA below 2.50 out of 4.00 or its equivalent qualifications can be accepted, subject to a minimum of 5 years of working experience in relevant field; OR
iii. Other qualifications recognized as equivalent by the Malaysian Government and approved by the University Senate; AND
iv. Meet the English language requirements determined by the University. Local candidates must pass the Malaysian University English Test (MUET) with at least Band 4 and international candidates must pass the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) with a score of at least 550; passed the International English Language Testing System (IELTS) with a score of at least 6.0; or equivalent qualification.
Programme Structure
SEMESTER 1 (Year 1 Semester 1)Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â
- Economics and Finance for Managerial DecisionsÂ
- Leadership Theory and PracticeÂ
- Leadership and Innovation TechnologyÂ
- Research Methodology                                                                Â
- Strategic Communication
SEMESTER 2 (Year 1 Semester 2)Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â
- Global Strategy
- Strategic LeadershipÂ
- Strategic Human Resource Management  Â
- Government Relations and Lobbying             Â
- Digital Marketing and Organisational Reputation
- Leadership Effectiveness and Development Plan                        Â
SEMESTER 3 (Year 1 Semester 3)Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â
- International Business Management
- Capstone Project  Â
Career Prospects
- Head of Department
- Managers and Executives
- Data Analysts
- Business Development Executives / Managers
- Economists
- Administrators
