Master of Business Administration with a specialism in Oil and Gas Management - Online Degree

Course Overview

The Master of Business Administration with a Specialism in Oil and Gas Management at Asia Pacific University (APU) is a postgraduate programme designed to combine advanced business management knowledge with specialised expertise in the oil and gas industry. The programme equips professionals and aspiring leaders with the strategic, analytical, and managerial skills required to address the challenges of the global energy sector and lead organisations in an increasingly dynamic business environment.

The programme integrates core management principles with specialised knowledge in oil and gas operations, enabling students to understand the technical, economic, and regulatory aspects of the industry. Students develop expertise in areas such as energy management, strategic decision-making, digital transformation, operational efficiency, and sustainable business practices within the oil and gas sector.

Through a combination of academic theory and practical application, students learn to analyse complex business challenges, apply data-driven decision-making, and develop innovative solutions for the energy industry. The programme also enhances leadership, critical thinking, problem-solving, and research capabilities, preparing graduates to manage organisations and projects within the global oil and gas sector.

Designed for both industry professionals and individuals seeking to enter the energy sector, the programme prepares graduates for leadership positions in upstream, midstream, and downstream operations, energy consulting, and strategic business management. It also provides the knowledge required to support digital transformation, sustainability initiatives, and operational excellence across the oil and gas value chain.

Optional APU–DMU Dual Degree Scheme

Students enrolled in the Master of Business Administration with a Specialism in Oil and Gas Management may participate in the optional APU–DMU Dual Degree Scheme. Upon successful completion of the programme, participants receive two degree certificates and academic transcripts—one awarded by Asia Pacific University (APU), Malaysia, and another by De Montfort University (DMU), United Kingdom.

Participation in this scheme is optional and requires an additional fee of GBP 375 per year.

General Entry Requirements

Applicants must satisfy one of the following requirements:

• A Bachelor's degree in a related field with a minimum CGPA of 2.50 or an equivalent qualification accepted by the APU Senate; or

• A Bachelor's degree in a related field with a minimum CGPA of 2.00 but below 2.50, subject to a rigorous internal assessment; or

• A Bachelor's degree in a non-related field with a minimum CGPA of 2.00, together with relevant working experience, subject to internal assessment; or

• A Bachelor's degree in a non-related field with a minimum CGPA of 2.00 without relevant working experience, subject to completion of prerequisite courses.

English Language Requirement (International Students):

• IELTS: 6.0 or an equivalent qualification.