DIPLOMA IN BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION

MAHSA University's Diploma in Business Administration is a wonderfully versatile 2.5 year programme for students who have completed their SPM or its equivalent, and want to equip themselves with a solid business education that can take them anywhere in the business world and beyond, where they will end up managing business entities and more.

Business Administration students will study a wide range of business-related subjects such as accounting, business principles and procedures, human resource management, finance, economics, marketing and law, among others. Students will immerse themselves in the planning and management of businesses in areas such as production and planning, resource allocation and management, decision-making, project management and other such interesting areas.

The objective of the Diploma in Business Administration is to teach students to efficiently and effectively manage the scarce resources with which a business is endowed, to effectuate organizational procedures and policies, and to do all this with the ultimate objective of maximizing profit while minimizing costs.

Upon completion of this programme, students will be competent business executives with a sharp eye for a sure profit.

Programme Structure

ELECTIVE

GENERAL COURSES

INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS

LOCAL STUDENTS

Career Prospects

Social Media Executives

Sales and Marketing Executive

Operations Executive

Outlet Controller

Property Management Assistant

Procurement Administrative Executive

Invoicing and Order Management Assistant

Project Admin and Costing Executive

Admin Officer (Facility Management)

Corporate Executive Officer

Purchasing and Admin Executives

Entry Requirement

STUDENT PASS / VISA REQUIREMENTS (INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS)

All international students who plan to study full-time in Malaysia are required to obtain a Student Pass (Student Visa) before starting their studies.

• You must receive an official Offer Letter from the university before applying for a student pass

• The university will submit your Student Pass application through Education Malaysia Global Services (EMGS) on your behalf

• A Visa Approval Letter (VAL / eVAL) is required before travelling to Malaysia

• Studying on a tourist or social visit visa is not permitted

• Your passport must be valid for at least 18 months from your intended intake date

• Visa processing time depends on EMGS and Malaysian Immigration approval

• After arriving in Malaysia, all students must complete a medical check-up at an EMGS-registered clinic

• Your Student Pass will be issued only after medical clearance and document verification

• Continuing students must renew their Student Pass before it expires

DOCUMENTS REQUIRED FOR STUDENT PASS APPLICATION

The following documents are commonly required for all international students:

• Valid passport (clear scanned copy of all pages, including blank pages)

• Passport-size photograph with a white background

• Official Offer Letter from the university

• Academic certificates and transcripts related to your programme

• English language proficiency certificate (IELTS / TOEFL or equivalent), if required

• Proof of acceptance or tuition fee payment (if requested by the university)

• Student Pass / Visa processing fee as determined by EMGS

• Completed EMGS Health Declaration Form (if applicable)

Please note: All documents not originally in English must be submitted together with certified English translations.

ADDITIONAL DOCUMENTS (IF APPLICABLE)

Some students may be asked to provide extra documents depending on their situation:

• Release Letter and Visa Cancellation Letter (for students transferring from another institution in Malaysia)

• School Leaving Certificate (for foundation or diploma applicants)

• Sponsorship or Scholarship Letter (if your studies are funded)

• Proof of financial support to cover tuition fees and living expenses

• Statutory Declaration (if there are name differences across documents)

• Resume or Character Reference Letter (commonly required for applicants above 23 years old)

• Police Clearance Certificate (if requested by EMGS or embassy authorities)

• Copy of previous Malaysian visa or Resident Pass (if applicable)

AFTER ARRIVING IN MALAYSIA

Once you arrive in Malaysia, you will need to:

• Complete a medical examination at an EMGS-approved clinic

• Submit your passport for Student Pass endorsement

• Receive a temporary Special Pass (if applicable) while your Student Pass is being processed

• Collect your Student Pass and complete university registration

IMPORTANT REMINDERS

• Student Pass requirements are set by Malaysian Immigration and EMGS and may vary by nationality
• The university’s International Office will guide you through each step of the process
• Students are strongly advised to prepare documents at least 2–3 months before intake
• Requirements may change, so always follow the latest instructions provided by the university