Highlights about course

Program Level

PhD

Duration

3 Years

Tuition Fees

RM46,800

Intake

December, February, January, March, November

  • About APU

    Why choose APU?

    Malaysia’s Premier Digital Tech University

    Malaysia’s Premier Digital Tech University
    No.1 for International Students in Malaysia (QS World University Ranking 2024)

    No.1 for International Students in Malaysia (QS World University Ranking 2025)
    5-Star Excellence Rating SETARA

    5-Star Excellence Rating (SETARA)
    100% Employability Rate

    100% Employability Rate
    Ranked No.16 for International Students in the World

    Ranked No.16 for International Students in the World
    More than 80,000 Graduates & Alumni

    More than 80,000 Graduates & Alumni
    Latest Technologies

    More Than Just A PhD Management

    You have the exciting opportunity of enrolling for the APU-CMI Dual Accreditation by registering for a qualification through APU. Students under PhD in Management will have the option to also opt-in for a CMI L7 Award in Strategic Management and Leadership Practice.

    Requirements

    Admission Requirements

    Minimum Entry Requirement
    All Students
    • A Masters degree in a related field accepted by the APU Senate

    • Other qualifications equivalent to a Masters degree that are accepted by the APU Senate

    Note: The above entry requirements may differ for specific programmes based on the latest programme standards published by Malaysian Qualifications Agency (MQA).
    Minimum English Requirements
    International Students
    • IELTS : 6.0
    FIELDS OF RESEARCH

    Specialist Doctoral Topics for Supervision

    • Strategy of Multinational Corporations
    • Strategic Framework for SDG6 Adoption – Malaysian In-Bound Technology Transfer Model
    • International Human Resource Management
    • Business Innovation
    • Digital Transformations
    • Green Business and Marketing
    • Human Resource Management
    • Organisation Behaviour
    • Public Administration
    • Customer Satisfaction
    • Work Quality
    • Strategic Management
    • Supply Chain Operation Management
    • Leadership and Corporate Social Responsibility
    • Sustainable Supply Chain
    • Digital Marketing
    • International Entrepreneurship
    • Sustainable Development
    Programme Structure

    Application Process

    Ideally, student works with potential supervisors to develop proposal.

    DOCTOR-OF-PHILOSOPHY-PROGRAMME-STRUCTUR

About University

Asia Pacific University (APU)

Malaysia

Best countries for overseas education

Explore the best countries for overseas education and get the latest updates and insights on studying abroad. From top universities to the admission process and beyond, we’ve curated a comprehensive guide to help you navigate the exciting realm of international education.

Our students love us

Here’s What our students say about us .

Creative Consultancy Blogs

Dive in to stay updated on the latest international education trends and job opportunities

FAQs

What is overseas education?

Overseas education is leaving your home country and going abroad to pursue further education. Through overseas education, you can avail of long-term degree courses as well as short-term certificate courses to learn a language or upskill yourself.

 

If you are aiming to study abroad, identify your career goals, look for relevant courses and universities abroad, know the tuition fees and other expenditures, prepare well for the entrance exams, apply to shortlisted universities, accept the offer letter from the desired university, apply for a student visa and get ready to jet off! 

The best way to study abroad for free is to avail of full-funded scholarships or university grants. The fully-funded scholarships are typically awarded to students who excel in academics or extracurricular activities and cover their tuition fees, travel expenses, accommodation, and other living expenses.  

To get an education loan for studying abroad, you need to have the admission offer letter from the university and fulfill the eligibility criteria for securing the loan. In order to get an education loan at the best rate of interest, seek guidance from a reputed study-abroad consultant. 

Choose to study abroad to leverage better learning opportunities, see the world, meet new people, boost your resume, develop a broader perspective, become culturally competent, and avail yourself of lucrative job opportunities globally. 

Choose to study abroad to leverage better learning opportunities, see the world, meet new people, boost your resume, develop a broader perspective, become culturally competent, and avail yourself of lucrative job opportunities globally. 

The best way to go abroad for studies is to get in touch with reputed study-abroad consultants. They can help you explore courses aligned with your academic interests, guide you in preparing for entrance exams, help you with university and student visa applications, and even provide post-arrival assistance.

Interested in studying abroad?

Share your details & our experts will call to discuss your goals

Contact Form