Overview

The Business Economics Doctoral Program at University Putra Malaysia (UPM) is a testament to our commitment to producing industry-ready scholars. This program seamlessly blends economic theories with business applications, providing students with a holistic understanding of economic decision-making within a corporate context. Our distinguished faculty, renowned for their expertise, guide students through a curriculum designed to develop critical thinking and analytical skills. Practical insights are gained through real-world case studies and collaborative projects, ensuring graduates are well-equipped to navigate the complexities of the business landscape. The program's emphasis on research empowers students to contribute to the evolution of business economics, making meaningful impacts on industry practices.

Key Features

Integrated Curriculum: A balanced blend of economic theories and business applications.
Industry-Relevant Learning: Practical insights through case studies and collaborative projects.
Research Excellence: Opportunities for original research to contribute to business economics knowledge.
Expert Faculty: Engage with faculty members with vast experience in business and economics.
Networking Opportunities: Connect with industry leaders and fellow students for a robust professional network.

Programme Structure

Research areas include:

Economic Decision-Making in Business
Corporate Strategy and Competition
Financial Economics
Marketing Economics
Managerial Economics

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-03-23 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-11-30 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2026-12-31 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2027-10-13 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-06-30 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2026-07-31 00:00:00 , National

Language

English

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Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Bandar Labuan, Malaysia

Disciplines

Economics Business Administration View 28 other PhDs in Business Administration in Malaysia

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Master's Degree by research in a field related to the Ph.D. program applied for; or
Master's Degree by coursework in a related field with a minimum CGPA of 3.000; or
Bachelor's Degree in a related field with a minimum CGPA of 3.75 or equivalent to a First Class Bachelor's Degree.

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Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

12074 MYR / year

≈ 12074 MYR / year
Domestic Applies to you

Applies to you

Citizens or residents

5374 MYR / year

≈ 5374 MYR / year

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Scholarships Information

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