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Overview
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Overview
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About the Programme
Organisations are looking for ways to expand and operate across international borders. This programme equips you with the skills and experience you need to succeed in the world of international business.
As you develop your strategic decision-making abilities, put your cross-cultural skills into practice and explore new ways of thinking, you will build a skill set essential to practically any business operation.
You will explore management, marketing and finance, which will provide you with a global perspective, and help you achieve results doing business across international borders.
Students have the option to enrol in either Single or Double Majors.
Graduation & Degree Awarded
Students who successfully complete and pass the modules stipulated in the programme structure will be awarded the Bachelor of Business in International Business and Business Law from Murdoch University, Australia.
The Degree will be the same as that awarded to the on-campus graduates in Australia.
Key factsDurationPossible completion in 16 months (instead of 28 months)IntakesJanuary, May & SeptemberCareer OpportunitiesBusiness ManagerInternational Engagement OfficerInternational Marketing ManagerInternational Trade SpecialistManagement AnalystAssessmentA combination of assignments and examinations -
About the Programme
Organisations are looking for ways to expand and operate across international borders. This programme equips you with the skills and experience you need to succeed in the world of international business.
As you develop your strategic decision-making abilities, put your cross-cultural skills into practice and explore new ways of thinking, you will build a skill set essential to practically any business operation.
You will explore management, marketing and finance, which will provide you with a global perspective, and help you achieve results doing business across international borders.
Students have the option to enrol in either Single or Double Majors.
Graduation & Degree Awarded
Students who successfully complete and pass the modules stipulated in the programme structure will be awarded the Bachelor of Business in International Business and Business Law from Murdoch University, Australia.
The Degree will be the same as that awarded to the on-campus graduates in Australia.
Key factsDurationPossible completion in 16 months (instead of 28 months)IntakesJanuary, May & SeptemberCareer OpportunitiesBusiness ManagerInternational Engagement OfficerInternational Marketing ManagerInternational Trade SpecialistManagement AnalystAssessmentA combination of assignments and examinations




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Intakes
There are 3 intakes per year.
Commencement- January
- May
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September
Please contact our programme consultant to obtain a copy of the class schedule.
Minimum Class Size-
20 students
Class may commence with fewer students than indicated above, subject to resource availability. In the event of cancellation, you will be notified at least 1 week before the programme commencement date, stated in your student contract with Kaplan, and our consultants will contact you to advise on a backup plan.
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Intakes
There are 3 intakes per year.
Commencement- January
- May
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September
Please contact our programme consultant to obtain a copy of the class schedule.
Minimum Class Size-
20 students
Class may commence with fewer students than indicated above, subject to resource availability. In the event of cancellation, you will be notified at least 1 week before the programme commencement date, stated in your student contract with Kaplan, and our consultants will contact you to advise on a backup plan.
Modules
International Business
- Business Negotiations: An International Perspective
- Comparative Corporate Governance and International Operations
- Global Strategic Management
- International Business
- International Logistics
- Introduction to International Finance
Business Law
- Alternative Dispute Resolution
- Company Law
- Finance Law
- Taxation
- Tourism and Hospitality Law
- Workplace Law
Students are required to complete the following common modules:
- Career Learning: Managing Your Career*
- Building Employability Skills OR Consulting and Freelancing
Applicants may be required to complete general elective modules to fulfil the required credit points.
*3-year Polytechnic Diploma holders are exempted, subject to University’s approval.
Year 1 Module Outline available here — private Diploma and Polytechnic Diploma holders are exempted, subject to University’s approval.
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Admission CriteriaAcademic Requirements
Applicants with a Polytechnic Diploma may be exempted from up to 12 units and can gain entry to Year 2 of the programme. Applicants with a Murdoch University-recognised Kaplan Diploma or a private Diploma may be exempted from up to 8 units and can also gain entry to Year 2 of the programme.
This Degree programme accepts the following qualifications, which includes:
Year 2 Entry
- Kaplan Diploma; OR
- Polytechnic Diploma; OR
- Other equivalent qualifications awarded by other Singapore-registered Private Education Institutions.
Year 1 Entry
Click here for more information.
Applicants admitted to the Bachelor’s Degree programme may be required to undertake bridging modules to fulfil the prerequisite knowledge.
English Language RequirementsApplicants are required to meet the University’s English language requirement:
- An approved Diploma qualification or higher, where the language of instruction was English, OR
- GCE O-Level English Language or Literature in English with Grade C or better; OR
- IELTS 6.0 (with no band below 6.0)*; OR
- Kaplan Diploma in Professional Business English (PBEP) with a score of 75% (Distinction) or higher*; OR
- Any other equivalent English language qualification.
Click here for more information.
In all cases, the final decision on admission to the programme rests with the university.
*Applicable for international student.
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Admission CriteriaAcademic Requirements
Applicants with a Polytechnic Diploma may be exempted from up to 12 units and can gain entry to Year 2 of the programme. Applicants with a Murdoch University-recognised Kaplan Diploma or a private Diploma may be exempted from up to 8 units and can also gain entry to Year 2 of the programme.
This Degree programme accepts the following qualifications, which includes:
Year 2 Entry
- Kaplan Diploma; OR
- Polytechnic Diploma; OR
- Other equivalent qualifications awarded by other Singapore-registered Private Education Institutions.
Year 1 Entry
Click here for more information.
Applicants admitted to the Bachelor’s Degree programme may be required to undertake bridging modules to fulfil the prerequisite knowledge.
English Language RequirementsApplicants are required to meet the University’s English language requirement:
- An approved Diploma qualification or higher, where the language of instruction was English, OR
- GCE O-Level English Language or Literature in English with Grade C or better; OR
- IELTS 6.0 (with no band below 6.0)*; OR
- Kaplan Diploma in Professional Business English (PBEP) with a score of 75% (Distinction) or higher*; OR
- Any other equivalent English language qualification.
Click here for more information.
In all cases, the final decision on admission to the programme rests with the university.
*Applicable for international student.
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Fees
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Local ApplicantsTuition Fee
The total tuition fee covers university registration, lectures / tutorials / workshops and assessments such as assignments / tests / examinations / projects (where applicable), programme materials in digital format, Degree (if earned) and transcript.
S$26,287.20 payable in 4 instalments
(12 units with exemptions)
(Nett programme fee listed above = Tuition fee of S$28,447.20 minus Education Grant of S$2,160^)S$26,524.80 payable in 4 instalments
(16 units)
(Nett programme fee listed above = Tuition fee of S$28,684.80 minus Education Grant of S$2,160^)Fee inclusive of 8% GST (applicable until 31 December 2023)
S$26,530.60 payable in 4 instalments
(12 units with exemptions)
(Nett programme fee listed above = Tuition fee of S$28,710.60 minus Education Grant of S$2,180^)S$26,770.40 payable in 4 instalments
(16 units)
(Nett programme fee listed above = Tuition fee of S$28,950.40 minus Education Grant of S$2,180^)Fee inclusive of 9% GST (applicable on or after 1 January 2024)
Receive a S$400 referral fee when you recommend a friend to enrol in our Degree programme*
^The Education Grant and amount specified is exclusive to selected programmes and not transferable to other programmes or another intake of the same programme. Terms and conditions apply.
*Click here for Terms and Conditions for Rebates and Offers.
Non-Refundable Application FeeS$237.60
Fee inclusive of 8% GST (applicable until 31 December 2023)S$239.80
Fee inclusive of 9% GST (applicable on or after 1 January 2024)Student Development FeeS$280.80*
Fee inclusive of 8% GST (applicable until 31 December 2023)S$283.40*
Fee inclusive of 9% GST (applicable on or after 1 January 2024)*Payment for this fee will be included in the first instalment.
The Student Development Fee covers the provision of a comprehensive range of initiatives aimed at enhancing the career and industry-readiness of Kaplan students, such as programmes aimed at improving interpersonal skills, technical and digital skills, as well as career advisory and job matching services. More details can be found here.
GSTAll fees indicated are inclusive of Goods and Services Tax (GST) at the prevailing rate. The prevailing GST rate from 1 January 2023 to 31 December 2023 is 8%. From 1 January 2024, the GST rate will increase to 9%. For more information on the GST revision, please refer to the Inland Revenue Authority of Singapore (IRAS) website. Please refer to the official price list for a detailed breakdown.
Fees remain subject to change. Applicant will be charged the prevailing fees and GST at the time of application. For more information about the programme, please contact our programme consultant.
Click here for more information on Mode of Payment.
Education LoanChoice of flexible repayment schemes available to suit your needs.
- Standard Repayment: Pay your monthly instalments (principal and interest) once your loan is disbursed.
- Partial Repayment: Pay partial instalments for up to 3 years or till the end of your programme, whichever is earlier. Standard monthly instalments (principal and interest) will commence thereafter.
- Interest Servicing: Pay only interest for up to 3 years or till the end of your programme, whichever is earlier. Standard monthly instalments (principal and interest) will commence thereafter.
- Flexible repayment tenure of up to 8 years.
Please click here for more information on Maybank Education loan and here for OCBC Frank Education loan. Terms and conditions apply, subject to bank’s approval.
Murdoch University Education GrantThis Education Grant aims to provide financial assistance to Murdoch University students pursuing selected Degree programmes. For more information, please click here or contact our programme consultant.
Apply NowPart-time (Local Applicants) – Click here to apply online.
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Fees
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Local ApplicantsTuition Fee
The total tuition fee covers university registration, lectures / tutorials / workshops and assessments such as assignments / tests / examinations / projects (where applicable), programme materials in digital format, Degree (if earned) and transcript.
S$29,030.40 payable in 4 instalments
(12 units with exemptions)S$29,289.60 payable in 4 instalments
(16 units)Fee inclusive of 8% GST (applicable until 31 December 2023)
S$29,299.20 payable in 4 instalments
(12 units with exemptions)S$29,560.80 payable in 4 instalments
(16 units)Fee inclusive of 9% GST (applicable on or after 1 January 2024)
Receive a S$400 referral fee when you recommend a friend to enrol in our Degree programme*
*Click here for Terms and Conditions for Rebates and Offers.
Non-Refundable Application FeeS$237.60
Fee inclusive of 8% GST (applicable until 31 December 2023)S$239.80
Fee inclusive of 9% GST (applicable on or after 1 January 2024)Student Development FeeS$280.80*
Fee inclusive of 8% GST (applicable until 31 December 2023)S$283.40*
Fee inclusive of 9% GST (applicable on or after 1 January 2024)*Payment for this fee will be included in the first instalment.
The Student Development Fee covers the provision of a comprehensive range of initiatives aimed at enhancing the career and industry-readiness of Kaplan students, such as programmes aimed at improving interpersonal skills, technical and digital skills, as well as career advisory and job matching services. More details can be found here.
GSTAll fees indicated are inclusive of Goods and Services Tax (GST) at the prevailing rate. The prevailing GST rate from 1 January 2023 to 31 December 2023 is 8%. From 1 January 2024, the GST rate will increase to 9%. For more information on the GST revision, please refer to the Inland Revenue Authority of Singapore (IRAS) website. Please refer to the official price list for a detailed breakdown.
Fees remain subject to change. Applicant will be charged the prevailing fees and GST at the time of application. For more information about the programme, please contact our programme consultant.
Click here for more information on Mode of Payment.
Education LoanChoice of flexible repayment schemes available to suit your needs.
- Standard Repayment: Pay your monthly instalments (principal and interest) once your loan is disbursed.
- Partial Repayment: Pay partial instalments for up to 3 years or till the end of your programme, whichever is earlier. Standard monthly instalments (principal and interest) will commence thereafter.
- Interest Servicing: Pay only interest for up to 3 years or till the end of your programme, whichever is earlier. Standard monthly instalments (principal and interest) will commence thereafter.
- Flexible repayment tenure of up to 8 years.
Please click here for more information on Maybank Education loan and here for OCBC Frank Education loan. Terms and conditions apply, subject to bank’s approval.
Apply NowFull-time (Local Applicants) – Click here to apply online.
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International ApplicantsTuition Fee
The total tuition fee covers university registration, lectures / tutorials / workshops and assessments such as assignments / tests / examinations / projects (where applicable), programme materials in digital format, Degree (if earned) and transcript.
S$33,868.80 payable in 2 instalments
(16 units)Fee inclusive of 8% GST (applicable on or after 1 January 2023)
Non-Refundable Application FeeS$496.80
Fee inclusive of 8% GST (applicable until June 2023 intakes)S$518.40
Fee inclusive of 8% GST (applicable for July 2023 intake onwards)Administration FeeS$972*
Fee inclusive of 8% GST (applicable until June 2023 intakes)S$1,026*
Fee inclusive of 8% GST (applicable for July 2023 intake onwards)*Includes application for Kaplan Student Access Card, Student’s Pass, Fee Protection Scheme and Medical Insurance.
GSTAll fees indicated are inclusive of Goods and Services Tax (GST) at the prevailing rate. The prevailing GST rate from 1 January 2023 to 31 December 2023 is 8%. From 1 January 2024, the GST rate will increase to 9%. For more information on the GST revision, please refer to the Inland Revenue Authority of Singapore (IRAS) website. Please refer to the official price list for a detailed breakdown.
Fees remain subject to change. Applicant will be charged the prevailing fees and GST at the time of application. For more information about the programme, please contact our programme consultant.
Click here for more information on Mode of Payment.
Education LoanChoice of flexible repayment schemes available to suit your needs.
- Standard Repayment: Pay your monthly instalments (principal and interest) once your loan is disbursed.
- Partial Repayment: Pay partial instalments for up to 3 years or till the end of your programme, whichever is earlier. Standard monthly instalments (principal and interest) will commence thereafter.
- Interest Servicing: Pay only interest for up to 3 years or till the end of your programme, whichever is earlier. Standard monthly instalments (principal and interest) will commence thereafter.
- Flexible repayment tenure of up to 8 years.
Please click here for more information on Maybank Education loan and here for OCBC Frank Education loan. Terms and conditions apply, subject to bank’s approval.
Apply NowFull-time (International Applicants) – Click here to apply online.
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DurationDuration
Possible completion in 16 months (instead of 28 months)
Maximum allowed candidature period- 12 credit points: 24 months
- 24 credit points: 48 months
- 36 credit points: 60 months
- 48 credit points: 72 months
- 72 credit points: 120 months
- 96 credit points: 144 months
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120 credit points: 144 months
If a student fails to complete the programme within the candidature period, they will not be entitled to any recourse or refund.
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DurationDuration
- Possible completion in 16 months (instead of 28 months)
Maximum allowed candidature period- 12 credit points: 24 months
- 24 credit points: 48 months
- 36 credit points: 60 months
- 48 credit points: 72 months
- 72 credit points: 120 months
- 96 credit points: 144 months
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120 credit points: 144 months
If a student fails to complete the programme within the candidature period, they will not be entitled to any recourse or refund.
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