Overview
Transforming Innovative Business Leaders
This programme is about transforming capable individuals into exceptional leaders. We create a community of knowledge-seekers who can achieve new heights. We coach you to undertake a journey of transformation and development.
As senior professionals, you own and drive your career strategies. Whether you are looking for advancement along your current trajectory, exploring new ideas, or becoming an entrepreneur, our experienced global faculty will provide expert advice and necessary guidance all along the way. At Manipal GlobalNxt University, you are asked to delve deeper into the disciplines that drive business decisions towards greater success. Your experience in interactive discussions is contributive; you will be challenged and encouraged to share your views. We include real-world Master of Business Administration (MBA) case studies, action learning projects, and peer sharing as integral parts of the learning process. Our MBA students consist of working professionals with over 10 years of experience at a management or supervisory level.
At Manipal GlobalNxt University, you establish close ties with classmates through shared experiences. You get connected to more than 12,000 alumni in over 72 countries. You will benefit from consistent interaction and networking with senior professionals and industry leaders.
Programme Highlight
Admission Eligibility Criteria
Who is eligible?
- A Bachelor's Degree (Level 6, MQF) in related & non-related fields as accepted by the Senate (or)
- Other qualifications equivalent to a Bachelor's Degree (Level 6, MQF) recognised by the Malaysian Government
Qualify with APEL.A
Accreditation of Prior Experiential Learning for Access (APEL.A) T-7 is designed for individuals with work experience who aspire to pursue a master's degree but do not possess a bachelor's qualification.
APEL.A assesses the knowledge and skills acquired through formal, informal, and non-formal learning to determine an individual's readiness for a study programme, effectively converting the learner's work experience into a recognised qualification for entry.
Eligibility criteria include:
- Malaysian & International leaners
- Minimum age of 30 years
- Possession of at least an STPM, Diploma, or equivalent qualification
- Relevant work experience
English Requirement
For international students, a minimum IELTS (International English Language Testing System) score of 6.0 or an equivalent score on the Common European Framework of Reference (CEFR) (Mid B2) is required.
Programme Curriculum
What is included in the course?
Question? Answered.

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How do I decide on my research topic?
The professor will help you identify topics that might be worthy of research. Ultimately, the decision is yours and we recommend that you focus your research on an area that you are passionate about.

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How quickly can I complete my DBA degree?
The quickest would be in 3 years. Some students may need longer to complete their research and write their thesis.

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How much time should I set aside for study per week?
Study time differs from student to student, depending upon their academic ability and learning style. As a general guide, a typical 4-credit course has a student learning time (SLT) of around 160 hours or about 12 hours per week. Students who develop an effective learning style may require less effort to achieve the stated learning outcomes.

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What resources will I have access to?
You will have full access to a dedicated Manipal GlobalNxt online library service, which includes all materials required to complete the program, as well as personal assistance to access reference materials and electronic documents.
Recommended or optional reading materials are also available through the online library.