Highlights
Tuition fee
Unknown
Tuition fee
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Duration
36 months
Duration
36 months
Apply date
Anytime
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Apply date
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Start date
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Start date
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Campus location
Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
Campus location
Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
Taught in
English
Taught in
English

About

The Management research programme from Jesselton University College is designed for ambitious graduates wishing to do academic research in, or teach as, professors of management/business.

Overview

Emphasizing mastery of the concepts and skills relevant to business and management, this Management research programme from Jesselton University College will equip you with the relevant background theory and technical knowledge for field research into business management.

Research Proposal

Applicants for the Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) Management programme are required to submit a comprehensive statement of the research which they propose to carry out. The proposal should comprise the following elements: .

  • Field of research
  • Topic of research proposal 

 Background or a brief literature review on the research topic

  • Objective of study – Explain the objectives that influence the research
  • The Methodology of study – Explain the methods used in the study
  • Work schedule
  • References
  • The research proposal should contain between 1,500 – 2,000 words or about four (4) pages

Programme Structure

Courses include:

  • Research Methodology workshop
  • Proposal Defence
  • Data Collection and Thesis Preparation
  • International Conference and Journal publication

Key information

Duration

  • Full-time
    • 36 months

Start dates & application deadlines

You can apply for and start this programme anytime.
More details
  • All year round intakes.

Language

English

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

  • Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia

What students do after studying

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Academic requirements

GPA admission requirements GPA
First Class

English requirements

We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.

Other requirements

General requirements

  • A Master’s degree (Level 7, MQF) in Management or other related discipline accepted by the Senate; OR
  •  A Master’s degree in non-related fields with relevant working experience can be accepted, subject to a rigorous internal assessment; OR
  • A Master’s degree in non-related fields without relevant working experience, subject to passing prerequisite course; OR Candidates with excellent Bachelor’s degree (Level 6, MQF) based on the following conditions: I. Obtained first class honours Bachelor’s degree or equivalent qualification; OR II. Obtained CGPA of at least 3.67 or equivalent; AND III. Subject to rigorous internal assessment.
  • Proof of English proficiency certification will be required e.g IELTS, MUET, TOEFL, Linguaskill.
  • English language requirements can be waived if the international student EITHER comes from a country that uses English as the official language OR the entry qualification uses English as the medium of instruction.

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Tuition Fees

Living costs

Kota Kinabalu

Malaysia
2167 - 2880 MYR / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Scholarships Information

Below you will find PhD's scholarship opportunities for Management.

Available Scholarships

You are eligible to apply for these scholarships but a selection process will still be applied by the provider.

Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
07 Oct 2026
Fulbright U.S. Student Program

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U.S. government
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
30 Nov 2026
ServiceScape Scholarship

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ServiceScape
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
3500 USD
Deadline
15 Nov 2026
ACES Scholarships

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ACES Education Fund
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
Not specified
Erasmus+ - Grants for study mobility
Merit-based

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OeAD, Austria's Agency for Education and Internationalisation
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1500 MYR
Deadline
03 Dec 2027
Malaysia International Scholarship

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Malaysian Government
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
10000 USD
Deadline
01 Sep 2026
The PhD Prep Fellowship
Merit-based

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Admit Lab
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
5000 USD
Deadline
28 Aug 2026
Women Scholarship for International Students
Merit-based

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educations.com
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
13 Jul 2026
Dream Chaser Scholarship
Merit-based

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Salvado Law
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
31 Oct 2026
$1,500 Annual Video Contest Scholarship
Merit-based

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IvyPanda
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
3000 USD
Deadline
31 Dec 2026
Scholarship for students with disabilities
Need-based

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Anonymous Hope Fund
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
30 Jun 2026
$1,500 Annual Students’ Presentation Crafting Scholarship

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IvyPanda
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
12000 USD
Deadline
11 Jan 2027
Tobacco Harm Reduction Scholarship Programme

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The Tobacco Harm Reduction Scholarship Programme
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
20 May 2026
PlagiarismSearch Essay Contest
Merit-based

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PlagiarismSearch
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1500 USD
Deadline
Not specified
The Annual IELTS from 6 to 9 Scholarship

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IELTS from 6 to 9
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
3000 USD
Deadline
Not specified
AAPG Foundation Grants-in-Aid

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American Association of Petroleum Geologists Foundation
Location not available

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