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Master of Business Administration in Hospitality and Tourism (ODL)
About
The MBA in Business Administration with a specialism in Hospitality & Tourism at Asia Pacific University of Technology & Innovation (APU) is a fully online / distance learning (ODL) programme designed for professionals and aspiring leaders in the global hospitality and tourism industry. It blends core business management expertise with specialised skills in service excellence, strategic operations, and tourism leadership.
This flexible programme is ideal for industry professionals, career changers, and international students who want to advance their careers without interrupting work or personal commitments.
- Flexible ODL Delivery: Study online without campus attendance.
- Industry Focus: Designed for hospitality, tourism and service management leadership.
- Strategic Skills: Emphasises service excellence, customer experience, and operations.
- Global Outlook: Aligns with international standards in hospitality and tourism sectors.
Key facts
| Qualification | Master's Degree |
| Qualification Subtype | Master of Business Administration (MBA) |
| Coursework / Research | Coursework |
| Study mode | Part-time, Online |
| Duration | 2.5 years |
| Intakes | April, June, August |
| Total estimated cost (local) | ₹ 730,974 |
| Total estimated cost (foreign) | ₹ 730,974 |
Subjects
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Hotel Management & Hospitality
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MBA
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Travel and Tourism
Duration
2.5 years
Tuition fees
| Description | Local students | Foreign students |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition fee | ₹ 730,974 | ₹ 730,974 |
| Miscellaneous fees | Data not available | Data not available |
| Total estimated cost of attendance | ₹ 730,974 | ₹ 730,974 |
| Estimated cost per year | ₹ 292,390 | ₹ 292,390 |
Miscellanous fees explained
Local students
| Description | Amount |
|---|---|
|
Library Deposit
(refundable)
Payable for the use of library facilities and is refundable on completion of studies. |
₹ 11,075 |
|
Engineering Laboratory Deposit
(refundable)
Payable for the use of the Engineering laboratory facilities and is refundable on completion of studies. |
₹ 11,075 |
| Enrollment Fees | ₹ 17,721 |
Foreign students
| Description | Amount |
|---|---|
|
Application & Student Visa Fees
STAGE 1 (Payable upon acceptance of offer) RM 3,350 (approx. USD 780)* is payable when you have accepted the offer. This fee includes Visa Processing Fees by Education Malaysia Global Services (EMGS) and APU/APIIT Application & Processing Fees. This also entitles you to airport assistance and transfer to the University/accommodation upon first arrival in Malaysia. Please note that this Fee is non-refundable once the offer has been accepted. STAGE 2 (Payable upon Student Pass Visa Approval) RM 1,500 (approx. USD 350)* is payable once your Student Pass is approved. This fee includes the post-arrival processing fee, EMGS medical check-up in Malaysia, Medical Insurance for a year, i-Kad (International Student Card issued by Immigration Malaysia) charged to ALL International students in Malaysia, Electronic Visa Approval Letter (eVal), and the Student Pass Fees for one-year. The i-Kad issued by Immigration Malaysia will enable students to avoid having to carry their passports around for identification purposes and will be tied to their Student Pass Validity and will be re-issued at visa renewal. Please note that this Fee is non-refundable once the Student Pass Visa Approval Letter (VAL) has been issued by EMGS. |
₹ 107,431 |
|
International Student Registration & Administrative Fees
A fee of RM 5,000 is payable as registration & administrative fee for International Students. The Fees includes Student ID Card Fee for the duration of the course. |
₹ 110,754 |
|
Library Deposit
(refundable)
Payable for the use of library facilities and is refundable on completion of studies. |
₹ 11,075 |
|
Engineering Laboratory Deposit
(refundable)
Payable for the use of the Engineering laboratory facilities and is refundable on completion of studies. |
₹ 11,075 |
| Personal Bond (refundable) | ₹ 22,151 |
Estimated cost as reported by the institution. There may be additional administrative fees. Please contact us for the latest information.
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Admissions
Intakes
Entry Requirements
Applicants must hold a recognised bachelor’s degree:
- Bachelor’s degree in a related field with minimum CGPA 2.50 or equivalent.
- Bachelor’s degree in a related field with CGPA 2.00–2.49 may be considered subject to internal assessment.
- Bachelor’s degree in a non-related field with relevant work experience may be accepted subject to internal assessment.
- Bachelor’s degree in non-related fields with minimum CGPA 2.00 may be required to complete pre-requisite modules.
Requirements may vary according to the Malaysian Qualifications Agency (MQA) programme standards.
English Language Requirements (International Students)
- IELTS: 6.0 or equivalent
Exemptions may be granted if previous degree was conducted in English medium (supporting documentation required).
Curriculum
The programme includes a mix of foundation MBA modules and specialised hospitality & tourism content, culminating in a major research or applied project.
Core MBA Modules (Indicative)
- Organisational Behaviour
- Accounting & Finance for Managers
- Managerial Economics
- Technology Management
- Global Strategic Management
- Data-Driven Decision Making
- Research Methodology
- Capstone Project
Specialisation Modules (Indicative)
- Strategic Hospitality Management
- Tourism & Destination Strategy
- Service Excellence and Customer Experience
- Event & Service Operations
- Sustainable Hospitality & Tourism
The final project involves a research or consultancy assignment related to real-world hospitality and tourism challenges.