Foundation in Business
at City University Malaysia · Petaling Jaya
Total listed fees, whole programme
RM 25,045
Compulsory ringgit fees · Intakes 2026 (1 February – 31 December 2026)
Promotional price, eligible regions only · published tuition RM 20,950
- Duration
- 1 year
- Tuition
- RM 10,500
- Level
- Foundation
- Study mode
- Full-time · English
Overview
Foundation in Business at City University Malaysia: what you need to know
Foundation in Business is a foundation programme in Business & Management at City University Malaysia, Petaling Jaya. It takes 1 year of full-time study, and is taught in English.
According to the official fee schedule for international students (Intakes 2026 (1 February – 31 December 2026)), the compulsory fees for the whole programme add up to RM 25,045: RM 10,500 in tuition, RM 14,545 in other fees such as Application Fee, EMGS / Student Pass and International Student Administration. The tuition here is a special promotional price open only to students from eligible regions (details in the tuition note); the published tuition is RM 20,950.
Fee structure
Foundation in Business 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 10,500 · 41.9%
Other compulsory fees
RM 14,545 · 58.1%
| Fee | Amount |
|---|---|
| Tuition FeeSpecial promotional fee for intakes between 1 Feb and 31 Dec 2026. Open to students from South & South East Asia, Africa (except Nigeria), Central Asia and the Middle East (except UAE, Qatar, Kuwait, Bahrain). Published fee: RM 20,950. | RM 10,500 |
| Application FeePayable with the application, as part of the first payment together with the amount collected for EMGS. | RM 1,000 |
| EMGS / Student PassAmount collected for EMGS, payable as part of the first payment. The first payment totals RM 3,940 plus 6% SST = RM 4,000. | RM 2,940 |
| International Student AdministrationInternational student fee, payable on receiving the eVAL (electronic visa approval letter), together with the first year's tuition. | RM 8,000 |
| Resource & Facility FeeRM 300 per semester over 3 semesters. | RM 900 |
| Examination FeeRM 25 per subject, paid before each semester exam. Shown here as one subject per semester over 3 semesters; the actual amount rises with the number of subjects taken. | RM 75 |
| Completion Processing FeePayable on receiving the eVAL (electronic visa approval letter). | RM 1,000 |
| Sales & Service Tax (SST)6% SST charged on tuition. | RM 630 |
| Total listed feesAll compulsory ringgit fees | RM 25,045 |
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
Foundation programmes 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Foundation in BusinessMMU | 1 year | RM 20,120 |
| Foundation in BusinessCity University(this programme)Promo · eligibility applies | 1 year | RM 25,045 |
| Foundation in ArtsLincoln | 1 year | RM 26,000 |
| Foundation in ArtsCyberjaya | 1 year | RM 29,100 |
| Foundation in Business AdministrationUNITEN | 1 year | RM 29,550 |
| Foundation in ArtsINTI | 1 year | RM 30,062 |
| Foundation in Business, Finance & Social SciencesAPU | 1 year | RM 42,204 |
More at City University
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- Diploma in Business ManagementDiploma · 3 yearsRM 42,623
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- Diploma in ManagementDiploma · 3 yearsRM 36,415
- Diploma in Office ManagementDiploma · 3 yearsRM 42,623
- Bachelor of Business Administration (Hons)Bachelor's degree · 3 yearsRM 55,825
- Bachelor of Engineering Management (Hons)Bachelor's degree · 3 yearsRM 55,825
FAQ
Questions about Foundation in Business
How much does Foundation in Business at City University Malaysia cost for international students?
The compulsory fees listed for the whole programme add up to RM 25,045, including RM 10,500 in tuition, according to the official fee schedule (Intakes 2026 (1 February – 31 December 2026)). The tuition here is a special promotional price open only to students from eligible regions (details in the tuition note); the published tuition is RM 20,950. Accommodation, living costs and flights are not included.
How long is Foundation in Business?
It takes 1 year 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 630, and it is included in the total above.
What documents do I need to apply for Foundation in Business?
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.