UniKL Business School

What UniKL Business School does

UniKL Business School (Universiti Kuala Lumpur Business School), formerly the International School of Entrepreneurship (UniKL ISE), is a private business school established in 2008 and operating under the government-linked Universiti Kuala Lumpur (UniKL) system in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. The institution enrolls approximately 3,100 local and international students and offers a portfolio spanning a Foundation in Business programme, eight bachelor's degree programmes (covering Accounting, Management & Entrepreneurship, Islamic Finance, Marketing, International Business, Tourism Planning, Analytical Economics, and Financial Technology), and six postgraduate programmes (including PhDs in Management, Islamic Finance, and Accounting, plus MBA variants and a Master of Management by Research). All programmes are MQA-accredited, and 60% of faculty hold doctorate qualifications.

The school's core technology platform is a Moodle 3.0-based Virtual Learning Environment integrated with Panopto for video content management, supplemented by a UniKL Link mobile application and a SAS-powered Big Data Analytics Lab established in 2020. Teaching and learning delivery is supported by strategic academic partnerships with Grenoble School of Management (France), Asian Institute of Management (Manila), IBFIM, and INCEIF, which underpin the MBA and Islamic Finance programmes respectively.

Revenue is generated across multiple streams: tuition fees from degree programmes (undergraduate, postgraduate, and Executive MBA), fees from short courses under the Advancement & Continuing Education (ACE) division, consultancy income (notably RM6.67 million in projects managed by a single faculty member for government clients), franchise/offshore programme fees, conference and seminar income, professional certification training (ACCA, CPA Australia), and a joint-venture arrangement with Salihin Audit Firm. The school targets three primary customer segments: pre-university and undergraduate students, postgraduate working professionals, and government/industry clients for executive training and applied research.

Name

UniKL Business School

Legal name

Universiti Kuala Lumpur Business School

Website

https://bis.unikl.edu.my

Company type

Private

Founded year

2008

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

51–100 employees

Short description

UniKL Business School is a Kuala Lumpur-based private higher education institution under Universiti Kuala Lumpur, offering MQA-accredited foundation, bachelor's, and postgraduate business programmes to approximately 3,100 students, with revenue from tuition, executive education, consultancy, and professional certification.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Higher Education (Business School)

NAICS

Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools (6113), Business Schools and Computer and Management Training (6114)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro primary industry

MBA & Executive MBA Programs (EDAHAHAB)

akta.pro secondary industry

International Business & Global Management Schools (EDAHAHAJ)

Keywords

• Business education
• Higher education
• Business administration programs
• Postgraduate management studies
• Entrepreneurship education

Headquarters

HQ city

Kuala Lumpur

HQ country

Malaysia

HQ region

Asia

Offices3 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Executive MBA Programs: Fees from Executive MBA Programs targeting working professionals around the Klang Valley, with lectures held in evenings and multiple study modes (full-time, part-time, modular)
2. Short Courses (ACE): Fees from Advancement & Continuing Education (ACE) short courses including MARA/GIATMARA/MARA CORPORATION programs, INFRA Bangi, ASTI Chuping Valley Perlis, and entrepreneurship development training for Risda/Felcra/Felda
3. Consultancy Services: Fees from consultancy projects including Langkawi Development Authority (LADA) tourism entrepreneur studies, Malaysian Highway Authority accident reduction studies, and Shah Alam City Council big data and green technology studies
4. Franchise Programs & International Student Mobility: Fees from franchise/offshore programs outside Peninsula Malaysia and international student exchange mobility programs
5. Seminars and Conferences: Fees from organizing conferences including ASEAN International Business Conference (AIBC), International Conference on Marketing, Entrepreneurship & Economics (ICMEE), and Student Colloquiums
6. Professional Training Programs: Fees from professional certification training including ACCA, CPA (Australia), and other professional accounting qualifications
7. Joint Venture Business: Income from JV business operations with Salihin Audit Firm including teaching factory collaborations and shared educational initiatives

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels9 records

Core offering

UniKL Business School is a higher education institution that delivers business and management education through Foundation, Undergraduate (Bachelor), and Postgraduate (MBA, Master, PhD) programmes, alongside professional certification training (ACCA, CPA), executive short courses, and consultancy services. It is part of Universiti Kuala Lumpur, with curriculum co-developed with international partners such as Grenoble School of Management and the Asian Institute of Management. The school serves approximately 3,100 students through full-time, part-time, and modular study modes.

Product overview

UniKL Business School (Universiti Kuala Lumpur Business School) is an educational institution offering a comprehensive portfolio of programmes across Foundation, Bachelor, and Postgraduate levels. The institution operates as a unified educational platform with its Virtual Learning Environment (VLE) powered by Moodle serving as the core technology infrastructure for delivering courses. The programme portfolio includes: Foundation in Business (FIB) providing entry pathway; eight Bachelor degree programmes covering Accounting, Business Administration specializations in Management & Entrepreneurship, Islamic Finance, Marketing, International Business, Tourism Planning & Development, Analytical Economics, and Financial Technology; and six Postgraduate programmes including PhDs in Management, Islamic Finance, and Accounting, along with MBA, MBA (Entrepreneurship), and Master of Management. All programmes are accredited by the Malaysian Qualification Agency (MQA). The school also provides a mobile application (UniKL Link) available across major platforms. The institution emphasizes entrepreneurship education and maintains partnerships with industry players including SAS Institute for Big Data Analytics training.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Foundation in Business (FIB) A 12-month pre-university foundation programme preparing SPM/O-Level graduates for degree-level business studies, with specializations in Marketing, Accounting, Islamic Finance, Tourism Planning, International Business, Financial Technology, Analytical Economics, or Management and Entrepreneurship.
• Bachelor in Accounting (Hons) Full MQA-accredited bachelor degree programme in Accounting and Taxation, delivered over 4 years full-time or 8 years part-time.
• Bachelor of Business Administration (Hons) in Management and Entrepreneurship Bachelor degree programme specializing in Management and Administration with emphasis on entrepreneurship development and venture creation, aligned with the school's entrepreneurial university vision.
• Bachelor of Business Administration (Hons) in Islamic Finance Bachelor degree in Islamic Finance, Banking & Insurance developed in cooperation with IBFIM and INCEIF, making UniKL a pioneer for BBA in Islamic Finance in Malaysia.
• Bachelor of Business Administration in Marketing (Honours) Honours degree programme preparing students for careers in marketing management and digital marketing, with English-medium instruction.
• Bachelor of Business Administration (Hons) International Business International Business degree programme offered 3 years full-time or 5 years part-time, focused on global market strategies and international trade.
• Bachelor in Tourism Planning and Development (Honours) Honours degree in Tourism Planning and Development specializing in Travel, Tourism and Leisure with industry-focused curriculum.
• Bachelor of Science (Hons) in Analytical Economics Economics honours degree programme focused on analytical economics with research and data analysis capabilities.
• Bachelor of Financial Technology (Honours) Provisional accredited Financial Technology degree programme preparing students for the fintech industry through integration of technology and finance.
• Master of Business Administration (MBA) MBA programme delivered 1-1.5 years full-time or 2-3 years part-time with January/September intake; designed for working professionals with evening lectures and flexible study modes.
• Master of Business Administration (Entrepreneurship) MBA with Entrepreneurship specialization co-developed with Grenoble School of Management (France) and Asian Institute of Management (AIM, Manila).
• Master of Management (By Research) Research-based Master of Management programme delivered 2-3 years full-time or 3-5 years part-time, focused on advanced management research.
• Doctor of Philosophy in Management Full MQA-accredited PhD programme in Management delivered 3-7 years full-time or 4-9 years part-time, with January/July intake.
• Doctor of Philosophy in Islamic Finance Provisional accredited PhD programme in Islamic Finance for advanced research in Islamic banking and finance.
• Doctor of Philosophy in Accounting PhD programme in Accounting with provisional accreditation status for advanced accounting research.
• Professional Certification Training (ACCA, CPA Australia) Professional accounting certification training programmes including ACCA, CPA (Australia), and other qualifications offered to graduates and professionals seeking accounting credentials.
• Executive Education & Short Courses (ACE) Advancement & Continuing Education (ACE) short courses including programmes for MARA/GIATMARA/MARA CORPORATION, INFRA Bangi, ASTI Chuping Valley Perlis, and entrepreneurship development training for Risda/Felcra/Felda.
• Consultancy Services Industry and government consultancy projects including Langkawi Development Authority (LADA) tourism entrepreneur studies, Malaysian Highway Authority accident reduction studies, and Shah Alam City Council big data and green technology studies.

Quantifiable outcome

• 3% of students targeted to take up entrepreneurship as future career through three-phase entrepreneurship development model

Named customers4 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

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Integration3 records

Feature3 records

Partnerships

25 partnerships are on record, tiered minor and core.

• Universitas Islam Negeri Sumatera Utara (UIN-SU)minorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 16 May 2023Academic institution visit on 16 May 2023 for partnership engagement and international collaboration.
• Universitas Islam Bandung (UNISBA)minorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 4 November 2022Prof. Dr. Abdul Razak bin Abdul Hadi as speaker for Big Data Analytics and Sustainability talk on 4th November 2022.
• Universitas Pembangunan Nasional Veteran (UPNVJ), Jakarta, IndonesiacoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 22 September 2022Hosting of Prof. Dr. Abdul Razak bin Abdul Hadi as Visiting Professor at UPNVJ from 17th-25th November 2022. Dr. Jubaedah Nawir serves as Deputy Dean Industrial Collaboration.
• Universiti Teknologi PETRONAS (UTP)minorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 10 August 2022Engagement meeting with UTP, TriliMaju Sdn Bhd, Green Auto Recycling Centre Sdn Bhd (GARC), and Keringat Desa Sdn Bhd on 10 August 2022 for industry collaboration.
• Kementerian Pembangunan Luar Bandar (KPLB)minorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 18 July 2022Prof. Dr. Abdul Razak bin Abdul Hadi as Forum Panel for Executive Talk on 'Escaping Poverty' by Kementerian Pembangunan Luar Bandar.
• Muhammadiyah University of Mataram (UMMAT)minorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 23 June 2022Guest lecture by Prof. Dr. Abdul Razak Abdul Hadi at Muhammadiyah University of Mataram on 23 June 2022 for Big Data Analytic for Business Sustainability.
• SAS Institute MalaysiacoreTechnology or Integration · 1 January 2020Collaboration includes joint certification of programme and other mutually educational activities. UniKL Business School Big Data Analytics (BDA) Lab established with SAS technology.
• Green Auto Recycling Centre Sdn. Bhd. (GARC)minorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2017Authorised Automotive Treatment Facility (AATF) managed by Encik Hadiman Ariffin. Collaboration for automotive maintenance services and vocational training.
• GAG Auto Sdn BhdminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2014Authorised 3S Dealer for Proton Edar with expertise in automotive service and maintenance. Collaboration covers entrepreneurship and training areas.
• AmGeneral Insurance BerhadminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2012Collaboration includes internship placement and potential entrepreneurship development in the insurance industry.
• Grenoble School of Management (France)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2009MBA programme developed in collaboration with Grenoble School of Management, France. Provides international academic standards and exchange opportunities for students.
• Asian Institute of Management (AIM), ManilacoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2009MBA programme developed in collaboration with Asian Institute of Management (AIM), Manila. Provides regional perspective and international academic collaboration.
• Islamic Banking and Finance Institute Malaysia (IBFIM)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2009Cooperation with IBFIM for Islamic Finance program, one of the pioneering institutions offering BBA in Islamic Finance in Malaysia.
• International Centre for Education in Islamic Finance (INCEIF)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2009Cooperation with INCEIF to strengthen Islamic Finance program curriculum and industry relevance.
• Gervasi AutominorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2009Automotive business partnership under industrial linkage program with Md Jaffri Salbani as Managing Director.
• Ranaco Marine Sdn BhdminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2009Marine industry partnership under industrial linkage program with Captain Ramlan Ramli as representative.
• Perbadanan Usahawan Nasional Berhad (PUNB)minorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2009Government-linked company partnership for strategic business development with Hazina Mohamad as Head of Department.
• Sapura ResourcesminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2009Corporate partnership with Azmi Arshad as Chief Operating Officer for business collaboration.
• Malaysian-German Chamber of Commerce (MGCC)minorGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 January 2009Partnership for training academy collaboration with Patricia Chin as Head of MGCC Training Academy.
• PT Pupuk Iskandar MudaminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2009Indonesian corporate partnership with T. Suhatsyah as General Manager.
• Mandala International Education ServicesminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 1 January 2009Indonesian education services partnership with T.S Syahrul Reza as Director for international student recruitment.
• AlkonminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2009Indonesian partnership with Moerad Baso for international business collaboration.
• Salihin Group / Salihin AFcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2002Shariah-value-based knowledge, assurance, advisory and solutions provider. JV business with Salihin Audit Firm and collaboration providing opportunities for students and academic staff to enhance skill sets in the industry.
• Perak Halal Corporation Sdn BhdminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 1999Commitment to position Perak as preferred investment destination for halal industry development. Collaboration to develop entrepreneurship opportunities for UniKL graduates in halal industry.
• ASH Hiani AFminorImplementation/ SI/ Consulting Partner · 1 January 1990Professional accounting firm providing corporate secretarial, tax management and advisory, accounting management and advisory, audit and assurance services. Collaboration provides UBIS staff opportunities to enhance skill sets through teaching factory collaboration.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Broad incumbents

• Universiti Teknologi MARA (UiTM): Largest Malaysian public university with a broad business faculty. Not a direct niche competitor but sets the benchmark on scale, faculty qualifications and tuition pricing in the same student segment as UniKL Business School.
• Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia (UKM) Faculty of Economics and Management: Major Malaysian public university offering economics, business and management programs at undergraduate and postgraduate levels. Competes with UniKL Business School on postgraduate research students and academic credibility.
• Universiti Sains Malaysia (USM) Graduate School of Business: Leading Malaysian public university business school offering MBA, DBA and PhD programs. Overlaps with UniKL Business School on postgraduate management and entrepreneurship pathways.
• Universiti Putra Malaysia (UPM) School of Business and Economics: Malaysian public research university with a large economics, management and accounting portfolio. Comparable on academic depth and faculty credentials; competes with UniKL Business School for postgraduate students and government-funded research projects.

Direct peers

• Sunway University Business School: Malaysian private business school offering undergraduate business, accounting, finance and MBA programs. Competes with UniKL Business School for the same pool of Malaysian and international students in the Klang Valley.
• INCEIF University: Malaysia's specialist Islamic finance university and a named partner of UniKL Business School. Overlaps directly with UniKL's BBA Islamic Finance and PhD Islamic Finance offerings in the same niche segment.
• Taylor's University Business School: Malaysian private university business school offering BBA and MBA programs with strong international branding. Directly comparable to UniKL Business School in target undergraduate and postgraduate market, with a larger enrollment base.
• Asia Pacific University of Technology & Innovation (APU): Malaysian private university offering business, accounting, fintech and analytics degrees. Targets the same domestic and international student base as UniKL Business School, including a Bachelor in Financial Technology.
• HELP University Faculty of Business, Economics and Accounting: Malaysian private university business school offering ACCA-affiliated accounting, business and MBA programs. Direct competitor in professional accounting and business administration pathways alongside UniKL Business School.

Regional players

• Open University Malaysia (OUM): Malaysian open and distance-learning university offering business and MBA programs via flexible study modes. Targets working professionals in a similar segment to UniKL Business School's Executive MBA and part-time pathways, primarily serving domestic learners.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• YouTubeyoutube.com/@ubispostgrad
• Instagraminstagram.com/ubispostgrad
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/unikl-business-school

Compliance5 records

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Number of profiles

Profiles15 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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