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Duration
3 years
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Intake Date
29 September 2025
25 November 2025
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Awarding Body
APU, Malaysia
About APU

Why choose APU?

Malaysia’s Premier Digital Tech University
Malaysia’s Premier Digital Tech University
5-Star Excellence Rating SETARA
5-Star Excellence Rating (SETARA)
100% Employability Rate
100% Employability Rate
Ranked No.16 for International Students in the World
Ranked No.16 for International Students in the World
More than 80,000 Graduates & Alumni
More than 80,000 Graduates & Alumni
Accreditation

More Than Just A Human Resource Management Degree

You have the exciting opportunity of enrolling for the APU-CMI Dual Accreditation by registering for a qualification through APU. Students under Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Human Resource Management with a specialism in People Analytics will have the option to also opt-in for a CMI L5 Certificate in Management and Leadership which will be awarded subject to moderation by CMI.

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Requirements

Entry Requirements

General Requirements
Direct Entry to Level 1 of the Degree
STPM
  • 2 Passes in STPM with a minimum Grade C (GP 2.0) and a Pass in English and Mathematics at SPM Level or its equivalent.
A-Level
  • 2 Passes (Grade A-D) in A-Level with a Pass in English and Mathematics at SPM/ O-Level/ IGCSE or its equivalent.
UEC
  • 5 Grade B’s in UEC with a Pass in Mathematics and English.
Matriculation/ Foundation
  • Passed Foundation programme (minimum CGPA of 2.0).
Entry to Level 2 of the Degree
Diploma
  • Successful completion of the APU Diploma or 
  • Successful completion of studies in another recognised institute with academic credits equivalent to Level 1 of an Honours Degree
(Subject to the approval of the APU Academic Board)
 
* The requirement to pass Mathematics and English subjects at STPM, A-Level and UEC can be waived should the qualifications contain Mathematics and English subjects with equivalent/higher achievement.      

Note: The above entry requirements may differ for specific programmes based on the latest programme standards published by Malaysian Qualifications Agency (MQA). The qualification and entry requirements for the programmes will be determined based on the "Comparison List of Equivalency of International Qualifications with SPM (O-Levels equivalent) and STPM (A-Levels equivalent)" published by Malaysian Qualifications Agency (MQA).
 
English Requirements
International Students
  • IELTS : 5.5
  • TOEFL IBT : 46
  • Pearson (PTE) : 51
  • MUET : Band 4 

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Programme Outline

What We Teach

This programme is specifically designed to provide students with:

  • A comprehensive understanding of Human Resource Management principles combined with datadriven strategies to enhance workforce decision-making in diverse organizational settings.
  • The ability to collect, interpret, and analyze HR data using tools and technologies such as HRIS, Excel and visualization software to support strategic HRM practices.
  • Opportunities to apply analytical insights to real-world HR issues such as talent acquisition, employee retention, engagement, and diversity, helping organizations to make evidence-based decisions.
  • Exposure to critical domains such as predictive analytics, workforce planning, and data ethics, developing students into forward-thinking professionals prepared for digital transformation in HR.
  • A wide range of professional and analytical skills including critical thinking, storytelling with data, effective communication, and the ability to integrate psychological and behavioral insights into workforce planning and development.
  • Degree Level 1

    Students will gain basic understanding of the context within which business operate - Management, Law, Accounting, Economics, Entrepreneurship, and Marketing. We will also expose them towards business & communication skills, computing & IT skills and quantitative skills, independent learning. All Business Management programmes have a common first year so that they will get a solid grounding in business management theories and practices

    Common Modules
     
    • Introduction to Management
    • Accounting Skills
    • Business and Communications Skills
    • Business Economics
    • Business Law
    • Digital Thinking and Innovation
    • Fundamentals of Entrepreneurship
    • Marketing
    • People Management
    • Quantitative Skills
  • Degree Level 2

    Students will be exposed to more advanced level of curriculum including behavioural science, business ethics & governance, critical thinking in management, and international culture & communications. In-depth understanding on the discipline and core practices of human resource management will be developed as well. They will gain further understanding of core business processes through the industry-leading software supported by SAP. We will further nurture their independent learning to prepare them for the workplace and for further researches

    Common Modules
     
    • Behavioural Science in Organisation
    • Business Ethics and Governance
    • Innovation Process
    • International Culture and Communications
    • Business Research Methods
    Specialised Modules
     
    • Employee Development
    • Occupational Safety and Health
    • Employment Law
    • Introduction to HR Analytics
    • Employee Relations
    • Social Psychology
    • Enterprise Resource Planning with SAP Platform
  • Internship (16 Weeks)

    Students will undertake an Internship/Industrial Training for a minimum period of 16 weeks to prepare them for a smooth transition from the classroom to the working environment.

  • Degree Level 3

    Students will make use of their previous studies and industrial experience to extend their familiarity in tackling more practical and modern issues of human resource management, through modules that facilitate application of job related skills and knowledge in the field of human resource management. Leadership and strategic management skills will be taught, with aims to groom them as a global business leader. A final year project requires them to explore a topic individually - they will demonstrate their academic and practical aspects of their ability in the chosen area of study.

    Common Modules
     
    • Strategic Management
    • Venture Building
    Specialised Modules
     
    • Managing People and Performance
    • Human Factors Psychology
    • International Human Resource Management
    • Talent Acquisition and Retention Analytics
    • Investigations in Human Resource Management
    • Contemporary Issues in HRM
    • Strategic Human Resource Management
    • Compensation & Benefit
    • Visualization and Reporting in People Analytics
    • Human Resource Management Project
  • MQA Compulsory Subjects*

    • Appreciation of Ethics and Civilisation (M’sian Students)
    • Malay Communication Language (Int’l Students)
    • Philosophy and Current Issues
    • Workplace Professional Skills
    • Integrity and Anti-corruption
    • Co-Curriculum
    (*All students are required to successfully complete these modules as stipulated by the Malaysian Qualification Agency.)

People Analytics: Driving Smarter HR Decisions

In an era defined by digital disruption and global interconnectedness, the way organizations understand and manage their people is being revolutionized. Traditional HR instincts are no longer enough for today’s competitive edge due to its inability to transform workforce data into strategic insights. People Analytics blends technology, data science, and human behaviour to decode patterns, predict outcomes, and drive smarter decisions for modern organisations’ consumption. By aligning analytical precision with a deep understanding of human dynamics, organizations can unlock new levels of engagement, performance, and sustainable growth.


People Analytics: Powering the Future of Work

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(Source: Deloitte Human Capital Trends)


Data-Led HR Strategy

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Through advanced techniques such as data visualization, predictive modelling, and AI-enabled HR systems, students will develop critical capabilities for evidence-based decision-making.


APU’s Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Human Resource Management is designed to prepare students for the future of data-driven HR. This programme focuses on the growing demand for HR professionals who can translate workforce data into actionable strategies. Core modules such as Introduction to HR Analytics, Enterprise Resource Planning with SAP Platform, Talent Acquisition and Retention Analytics and, Visualization & Reporting in People Analytics will equip students with the analytical, and strategic skills needed to lead evidence based HR initiatives.

Students will gain hands-on experience with HR systems and analytical tools, learning how to collect, interpret, and visualize data to support critical HR functions. By integrating principles from data science, organizational behaviour, and strategic HRM, this specialism enables graduates to drive performance, enhance employee experiences, and influence decision-making with measurable impact

Facilities

Facilities at APU

The APU Centre Point & Atrium serves as a melting pot of cultures from all over the world. Here, cultural activities are organised regularly at the campus, fostering long-lasting intercultural relationships among APU students, who come from over 130 countries.

 

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Career Path

Your Career Path

Talent Acquisition Analyst
HR Analytics Specialist
People Data Analyst
Compensation & Benefits Analyst
Employee Engagement Analyst
Learning & Development Consultant
HRIS Analyst
Strategic Workforce Planning Analyst
Organizational Development Analyst
People Insights Manager
HR Consultant with Data Focus
FEES & Certification

Ready, Set, Go.

Whether you are locals or traveling here, we have the options for you to pursue your dreams.

Malaysian

RM32,200

Year 1

RM33,300

Year 2

RM34,300

Year 3

RM99,800

Total for Malaysian

International

RM33,600
(USD7,815)

Year 1

RM34,800
(USD8,095)

Year 2

RM36,200
(USD8,420)

Year 3

RM104,600
(USD24,330)

Total for International

Programme code : (R3/0414/6/0111)(08/30)(A6226)

* Fees stated here do not include Deposits and other Miscellaneous Fees. 
 
* For international student, fees indicated exclude the 6% Sales and Service Tax (SST) imposed by the Malaysian Government. This tax is applicable to all fees throughout the duration of the studies.
 
* Please refer to Fee Guide for details.

All information is correct at the time of publication, but is subject to change in the interest of continuing improvement.