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Bachelor of Public Administration (Hons)
About
A Public Administration degree provides students with the knowledge and skills necessary to enhance the social and economic well-being of individuals, communities, and society as a whole. Public administrators play a crucial role in drafting, analyzing, and implementing policies across various agencies, directly influencing resource allocation, living standards, and opportunities for diverse populations. At UTAR, the Public Administration programme offers a comprehensive education in governance and public administration, equipping students with practical skills applicable across multiple professional settings. The curriculum emphasizes real-world problem-solving and prepares students to address challenges in governance, policy analysis, public administration, and international relations on both regional and global scales.
Graduates of this programme have diverse career opportunities in both the public and private sectors, including non-profit organizations. These organizations, such as charities, associations, cooperatives, and voluntary groups, focus on cultural, educational, health, religious, and public service initiatives, offering various roles for graduates seeking to make a meaningful impact in society.
Key facts
| Qualification | Bachelor's Degree |
| Study mode | Full-time |
| Duration | 3 years |
| Intakes | February, June, November |
| Tuition (Local students) | ₹ 19 |
| Tuition (Foreign students) | ₹ 1,030,297 |
Subjects
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Constitutional, Public Law
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Humanities & Social Sciences
Duration
3 years
Tuition fees
| Description | Local students | Foreign students |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition fee | ₹ 19 | ₹ 1,030,297 |
| Miscellaneous fees | Data not available | ₹ 276,868 |
| Total estimated cost of attendance | ₹ 19 | ₹ 1,307,166 |
| Estimated cost per year | ₹ 19 | ₹ 435,734 |
Estimated cost as reported by the institution. There may be additional administrative fees. Please contact for the latest information.
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Admissions
Intakes
Entry Requirements
- STPM: Grade C (GP 2.0) in 2 subjects + Pass in Mathematics & English (SPM/equivalent).
- STAM: Grade Jayyid + Pass in Mathematics & English (SPM/equivalent).
- A-Level: Grade D in 2 subjects + Pass in Mathematics & English (SPM/equivalent).
- UEC: Grade B in 5 subjects + Pass in Mathematics & English (SPM/equivalent).
- SAM: ATAR 70 + Grade B in 2 subjects + Pass in Mathematics & English (SPM/equivalent).
- CPU: 70% average in 2 subjects & 4 others + Pass in Mathematics & English (SPM/equivalent).
- IB Diploma: 24 points (excluding bonus) + Pass in Mathematics & English (SPM/equivalent).
- Foundation (UTAR): CGPA 2.00 + Pass in Mathematics & English (SPM/equivalent).
- Matriculation / Foundation (Other): CGPA 2.00 + Pass in Mathematics & English (SPM/equivalent).
- Diploma (Level 4, MQF): CGPA 2.00 + Pass in Mathematics & English (SPM/equivalent).
- Other Qualifications: Recognised by the Malaysian Government.
English Language Requirements:
- Malaysian Applicants (STPM/UEC/Non-English qualifications): Credit in SPM English / Grade C in O-Level / Grade B in UEC / MUET Band 3 / IELTS 5.0 / TOEFL 40(iBT) / PTE 47 / Cambridge English 154 / OET 100 / ELS CIEP Level 107.
- International Applicants: IELTS 5.5 / MUET Band 3 / TOEFL 46(iBT) / PTE 51 / Cambridge English 160 / OET 200 / ELS CIEP Level 108.
- Exceptions: A-Level, SAM, CPU, and fully English-conducted qualifications are exempt, but must have a pass in SPM English/equivalent.
- Without Required English Proficiency: Must take an English Proficiency Test or complete the English Enhancement Programme (Levels 7 & 8) before the degree programme.
- Without Required Mathematics Proficiency: Must attend and pass the Mathematics Enhancement Course (MEC) before related core courses.
Curriculum
Year 1
- Administrative Law
- Business Elective
- English for Mass Communication
- Introduction to Public Policy
- Introduction to Political Science
- MPU1*
- MPU1**
- Management Principles
- Public Relations
- Principles of Microeconomics
- Principles of Macroeconomics
- Public Enterprise Management
- Quantitative Techniques I
- Quantitative Techniques II
Year 2
- Business Elective
- Business Research
- Communication Elective
- Constitutional Development in Malaysia
- Course Related Elective
- Crisis Management
- Current Issues in Economics and Finance
- Human Resource Management
- International Politics and Organisations
- Management in Non-profit Organisation
- National Language/Other Languages
- Public Administration
- Public Enterprise Management
- Research Project
- Sun Zi’s Art of War and Business Strategy
Year 3
- Business and Society
- Co-Curriculum
- Ethics for Public Administrators
- HRM Elective
- Industrial Training
- IT Elective
- Public Finance
- Research Project
- Strategic Management and Project
Business Elective - Choose 1 course (s)
- Advanced Financial Prediction with Deep Learning in Python
- Business Accounting
- Corporate Ethics and Governance
- Economic Development
- Entrepreneurships
- Financial Management
- Introduction to Financial Prediction with Machine Learning in Python
- Leadership and Teambuilding
- Managing Innovation
- Marketing
- Organisational Behaviour
- Principles of Marketing
Communication Elective - Choose 1 course (s)
- Culture and Communication
- Interpersonal Communication
- Public Speaking and Oral Presentation
General Elective - Choose 1 course(s)
- Academic Writing
- Bahasa Melayu untuk Pengurusan
- Confucianism and Modern Society
- Positive Psychology
Course Elective - Choose 1 course (s)
- Asean Law
- Introduction to Sociology
- Intergovernmental Relations
- Local Government
- Management in Civil Society Organisations
- Public Administration Reform
- Project Management
- Security and Defense Management
Human Resource Management Elective - Choose 1 course(s)
- Performance Management and Reward Systems
- Recruitment and Resourcing
- Training and Career Development
IT Elective - Choose 1 course(s)
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Business Analytics
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Digital Entrepreneurship
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Digital Marketing
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Financial Technology
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Fundamentals of Business Systems
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Fundamentals of Digital Media Technology
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Information System
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Introduction to Internet of Things and its Applications
MPU 1* - Choose 1 course
- Falsafah dan Isu Semasa - For Local Students
- Bahasa Melayu Komunikasi 2 - For International Students
MPU 1** - Choose 1 course
- Philosophy and Current Issues - For International Students
- Penghayatan Etika dan Peradaban - For Local Students
National Language/Other Languages - Choose 1 course(s)
- Bahasa Kebangsaan A - For Malaysian only without SPM-BM Credit
- Introduction to Chinese Language I
- Introduction to French
- Introduction to German Language
- Introduction to Japanese
- Introduction to Tamil Language
Co-curriculum - Choose 1 course(s)
- Art, Craft, and Design
- Arts and Cultural Performance
- Business Plan Writing and Preparation
- Community Project
- Critical Thinking, Creative Thinking and Problem Solving
- Language, Culture and Social Study Abroad
- Leadership and Team Building
- Management of Sport Activity
- Managing Personal Finance
- Music Performance
- Oral Communication
- Social Entrepreneurship Project
- Study Soft Skills and/or Life Skills Abroad
- Team Work and Collaborative Project
- Work Ethics and EQ