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Master of Philosophy (Business Administration)

Sunway University

Program overview

The Master of Philosophy (MPhil) program in Business Administration is a full research degree designed to enhance students' research knowledge and their ability to conduct independent studies in various areas of business. Students are encouraged to generate innovative ideas or apply well-considered methodologies to produce research that offers significant theoretical and practical contributions.

Participants will utilize the most appropriate research design to explore and test informed ideas. The research outcomes will advance knowledge in the field, and students will share their scholarly findings with peers and practitioners through academic and professional networks, conferences, seminars, and potential publications.

Sunway University boasts a dedicated team of academicians who mentor students throughout their research journey, allowing them to investigate a topic of their choice. Students may select a subject related to their current work, making the MPhil directly relevant to their employment, or they can choose to research any area they are passionate about. While students have the freedom to select their research topics, these topics must be contemporary, engaging, and relevant.

Entry Requirements

  • A Bachelor’s degree (Level 6 MQF) in related fields with a minimum Cumulative Grade Point Average (CGPA) of 2.75 as accepted by the University Senate

For other qualifications and certificates (e.g., Other qualifications equivalent to a Bachelor’s degree , etc..) please contact our educational consultants or submit your application for Admission assessment.

Future Careers

  • Teacher
  • Editor
  • Market Research Analyst
  • Technical writer
  • Advertising manager
  • Research associate

Curriculum

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Research Methodology

In addition to the thesis component, students will be required to take Research Methodology to enhance their knowledge in research.

Thesis

Students pursuing the Master of Philosophy (MPhil) programme shall undertake an in-depth study on a particular research topic, the findings of which shall be submitted in the form of a thesis. The thesis must be defended in an oral examination, called a viva voce.

Professional Development Activities

Candidates are also required to participate in academic activities, such as workshops, seminars, conferences and talks in various fields of study to enhance their knowledge, skills and experiences.

Areas of Research

We have a team of dedicated Supervisors with expertise in areas of research including (but not limited to):

  • Global Business
  • Transformative and/or digital Marketing
  • Energy and/or Green Finance
  • Sustainable Supply Chain Management
  • Digital Automation
  • Corporate Social Responsibility and/or ESG
  • Diversity and Inclusion
  • Modern workplace behaviour
  • Talent Management
  • Financial Reporting and Disclosure

Entry requirements

Master's: a bachelor's degree in a related field.

Typically IELTS 6 or equivalent (TOEFL / PTE). Some universities offer a preparatory English program if you haven't reached the score yet.

Exact requirements vary by program, and an English certificate such as IELTS or an equivalent may be required.

Career opportunities

  • Business manager
  • Marketing specialist
  • Accountant
  • Financial analyst
  • Entrepreneur

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