Doctor of Business Administration
at Asia Pacific University (APU) · Kuala Lumpur
Total listed fees, whole programme
RM 72,308
Compulsory ringgit fees, RM 1,500 of it refundable · 2026 intake fee guide
- Duration
- 3 years
- Tuition
- RM 56,800
- Level
- Doctorate
- Study mode
- Full-time · English
Overview
Doctor of Business Administration at Asia Pacific University (APU): what you need to know
Doctor of Business Administration is a doctoral programme in Business & Management at Asia Pacific University (APU), Kuala Lumpur. It takes 3 years of full-time study, and is taught in English.
According to the official fee schedule for international students (2026 intake fee guide), the compulsory fees for the whole programme add up to RM 72,308: RM 56,800 in tuition, RM 14,008 in other fees such as EMGS / Student Pass, International Student Administration and Medical Screening, and RM 1,500 in deposits returned when you complete your studies.
Fee structure
Doctor of Business Administration fees, line by line
Every amount below is the total for the whole programme, not per year, as listed in the official fee schedule for international students.
Where the money goes
Tuition
RM 56,800 · 78.6%
Other compulsory fees
RM 14,008 · 19.4%
Refundable deposits
RM 1,500 · 2.1%
| Fee | Amount |
|---|---|
| Tuition FeePrice when paid in full, covering up to three years of full-time study. Yearly payment plan: RM 19,960 × 3 = RM 59,880. Instalment plan: RM 12,100 × 5. Each additional year is RM 8,200. | RM 56,800 |
| EMGS / Student PassStage 1, payable when you accept the offer. Covers EMGS visa processing, APU application and processing, and airport assistance and transfer. Non-refundable. | RM 3,600 |
| International Student AdministrationInternational student registration and administrative fee, payable once the student pass is approved. Includes the student ID card for the duration of the course. | RM 5,000 |
| Medical ScreeningStage 2, payable once your student pass is approved. Covers post-arrival processing, the EMGS medical check-up, one year of premium medical insurance, i-Kad, eVAL and one year of student pass fees. | RM 2,000 |
| Refundable DepositRefundableLibrary deposit, refundable on completion. | RM 500 |
| Bank Guarantee / Personal BondRefundablePersonal bond, refundable on completion. Forfeited if the student misuses their visa or breaches regulations. | RM 1,000 |
| Sales & Service Tax (SST)6% SST charged on tuition. | RM 3,408 |
| Total listed feesAll compulsory ringgit fees, including RM 1,500 returned on completion | RM 72,308 |
Tuition, year by year
What each year of study costs, as the fee schedule lists it.
- Year 1RM 19,960
- Year 2RM 19,960
- Year 3RM 19,960
The yearly figures add up to RM 59,880; tuition paid in full is RM 56,800 — see the tuition note above.
Applying
Documents to start your application
- Passport First PageClear colour scan of the bio-data page, valid for at least 18 months.
- Last Academic CertificateHighest qualification completed, in English or with certified translation.
Academic entry requirements and the English level are set by the university for each applicant. Our advisors review your qualifications before you apply. Entry requirements guide
Compare
Doctorates in Business & Management: fees at other universities
The lowest-fee programme at the same level and in the same field at each other university we list, from lowest to highest total listed fees. Length and content differ, so open each one for its details.
| Programme | Duration | Total listed fees |
|---|---|---|
| Doctor of Philosophy (Management)MMU | 3 years | RM 21,782 |
| PhD in Business ManagementUNITEN | 3 years | RM 47,635 |
| Doctor of Philosophy in Business Administration (PhDBA)City UniversityPromo · eligibility applies | 3 years | RM 51,550 |
| Doctor of Business AdministrationLincoln | 3 years | RM 52,200 |
| Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in ManagementCyberjaya | 3 years | RM 62,700 |
| Doctor of Business AdministrationAPU(this programme) | 3 years | RM 72,308 |
| Doctor of Business AdministrationINTI | 3 years | RM 98,716 |
More at APU
Related programmes at the same university
- Doctor of Philosophy in ManagementDoctorate · 3 yearsRM 65,948
- Foundation in Business, Finance & Social SciencesFoundation · 1 yearRM 42,204
- Certificate in Business AdministrationCertificate · 1 yearRM 35,844
- Diploma in Business AdministrationDiploma · 2 yearsRM 69,552
- BA (Hons) in Business ManagementBachelor's degree · 3 yearsRM 127,110
- BA (Hons) in Digital MarketingBachelor's degree · 3 yearsRM 127,110
FAQ
Questions about Doctor of Business Administration
How much does Doctor of Business Administration at Asia Pacific University (APU) cost for international students?
The compulsory fees listed for the whole programme add up to RM 72,308, including RM 56,800 in tuition and RM 1,500 in refundable deposits, according to the official fee schedule (2026 intake fee guide). Accommodation, living costs and flights are not included.
How long is Doctor of Business Administration?
It takes 3 years of full-time study, and is taught in English.
Do the fees include SST?
The published fees exclude the 6% SST. The SST line on this page is 6% of tuition, RM 3,408, and it is included in the total above.
What documents do I need to apply for Doctor of Business Administration?
To start an application you need your passport first page and last academic certificate. Academic entry requirements and the English level are set by the university for each applicant, and our advisors check yours with you before you apply.