Certificate in Business Studies

The Certificate in Business Studies introduces students to the modern world of business, and all its challenges. Throughout the program, students will develop essential business skills and knowledge that can be applied in the ever-changing business world.

Throughout their course of study, students will be enrolled in over 20 subjects that help them develop critical thinking and problem-solving skills, along with strong communication skills, basic information technology (IT) skills, financial skills, and modern business skills. These subjects prepare students for the reality of a career in business.

Intakes

January, April, and August

Duration

1.5 Years

Assessments and Examinations

70% Coursework and 30% Final Examination

Why Obtain a Certificate in Business Studies?

Developing Business Acumen

Enrolling in this program equips students with the necessary knowledge and skills necessary to overcome real-life industry challenges. Following the completion of this program, students will walk away with basic business knowledge and skills, and the aptitude to leverage modern-day technology to solve business-related problems.

Industry-Led Teaching

With the Certificate in Business Studies program, students are able to develop their business knowledge and skills under the guidance of lecturers with industry experience. With vast expertise and experience in the world of business, our lecturers are able to draw generalizations and provide inferences that go beyond a classroom.

Progression Pathway

Why Study Here?

Holistic Education

The US education system is one of the most flexible in the world, offering students unlimited choices of courses and focusing on an all-around learning experience. Adopting the US liberal arts approach of inclusiveness, industry relevance, and flexibility, Sunway ADTP has a strong track record of producing well-rounded students equipped for American higher learning.

Seamless Transfer into American Universities

We engage professors from US universities to deliver parts of our academic content. Each year, more than 100 US universities visit Sunway University providing a valuable opportunity for students to engage with and seek advice from admission counselors. We also host representatives from Western Michigan University (WMU) on campus who provide counseling services to students transferring to WMU.

Academic Mentorship and Support

Each ADTP student is assigned an academic advisor who will provide academic guidance and support. Our student-lecturer engagement is high extending over and beyond the classroom. One in four of our lecturers consistently receives “excellent teaching” awards.

Extracurricular Advantage

Each semester our students engage in out-of-class activities e.g. running projects and charity programs as part of their assignments, volunteering in cultural performances, or participating in international conferences. We celebrate bank holidays like Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, Independence Day, and Thanksgiving.

University Placement Guidance

We conduct workshops on all aspects of the transfer process—from selecting suitable universities and preparing applications to transitioning abroad. Our “Freshman Seminars” equip students with skills to succeed as a freshman. Our placement team continually supports students to transfer into “best fit” colleges. We receive study-abroad-semester students from US and non-US universities each year, many of which are our alumni for summer semesters. On top of our summer semester subject offerings, we support our alumni by providing referrals, offering proctoring services, and providing internship opportunities.

Choice of Subjects

Majors

Students can choose one (1) major

• Accounting and Finance
• Economics and Mathematics
• Management and Law
• Marketing and IT
• Subjects Offered
• Students will learn these subjects:
• Book Keeping
• Business Accounting
• Business Finance
• Management Basics
• Introduction to International
• Business and Business Ethics
• Human Resources and Law
• Introduction to Entrepreneurship
• Computer Applications for Business
• Introduction to Marketing
• Management Information System
• New Media in Digital World
• Essentials of Business
• Mathematics
• Principles of Economics
• Fundamentals of Probability and Statistics
• Introduction to Business English I
• Introduction to Business English II
• Business Communication

MOHE General Studies

Students must pass these MOHE General Studies

For Local Students

• Study Skills for Higher Learning OR Bahasa Kebangsaan (applicable to students who did not sit for SPM or did not obtain a Credit in SPM Bahasa Melayu)
• Pengajian Malaysia I
• Globalisation & Contemporary Issues

For International Students

• Study Skills for Higher Learning
• Bahasa Melayu Komunikasi
• Globalization and Contemporary Issues