Program Overview
The Economics at University Putra Malaysia is a Master programme in Business & Management over 18 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of business & management. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Economics programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across Malaysia and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 18 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6
- Tuition: EUR 467 (Tuition (Semester)) — International students; EUR 255 (Tuition (Semester)) — National students
- Location: Bandar Labuan, Malaysia
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Economics programme are prepared for diverse careers in business & management:
- Business Analyst
- Management Consultant
- Product Manager
- Strategy Analyst
- Operations Manager
- Entrepreneur
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Mathematical Economics
- Microeconomic Theory
- Macroeconomic Theory
- Econometric Methods I
- Research Methodology in Applied Economics
- Project Paper
- Seminar in Economics
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
Candidates should have a Bachelor degree with a minimum cumulative grade-point average (CGPA) of 3.00 on a 4-point scale from institutions recognized by UPM. Working experience of at least 5 years in related fields can be considered for candidates with CGPA of less than 3.00. Candidates must have at least a pass in economics and / or quantitative courses at the undergraduate level.
English Proficiency: IELTS 6 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
EUR 467 (Tuition (Semester)) — International students; EUR 255 (Tuition (Semester)) — National students
Tuition fees: EUR 467 (Tuition (Semester)) — International students; EUR 255 (Tuition (Semester)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 6
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University Putra Malaysia directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About University Putra Malaysia
University Putra Malaysia
Serdang, Malaysia
University of Putra Malaysia, abbreviated as UPM, is a Malaysian public research university located in Serdang, Selangor. Formerly it was named Universiti Pertanian Malaysia, focusing on...
University Profile- Language English
- Duration 18 months
