Overview
Admissions Overview
An exciting MBA journey awaits you at Asia School of Business! Our intentionally diverse student body values intelligence, curiosity, and proactive change-makers. If you are a pioneer at heart, eager for new experiences, we warmly encourage you to apply to ASB and embody the MBA candidate profile we seek!
Admissions
Admissions Deadline
The application for the 2027 MBA intake is now open!
ASB adheres to the following application deadlines for our 2027 intake. Applications are due at 3:00 pm Malaysia Standard Time on the deadline stated below, including all required documents and a recommendation letter.
ASB encourages prospective candidates to apply in Rounds 1 or 2, as these early rounds offer a higher chance of admission and broader access to fellowship opportunities. Due to visa processing timelines, international applicants are advised to apply no later than Round 4 to ensure sufficient time for student visa arrangements.
We are accepting applications from Malaysian candidates for the MBA 2026 intake on a rolling basis.
For more information about ASB, reach out to us at admissions@asb.edu.my.
ROUND 1
Thursday,
Oct 29, 2026
ROUND 2
Thursday,
Feb 11, 2027
ROUND 3
Thursday,
Apr 29, 2027
ROUND 4
Thursday,
June 10, 2027
We are continuously accepting applications from Malaysian candidates for the MBA 2026 intake.
Criteria
Admission Criteria
ASB selects candidates with a high degree of intellectual capability and emotional maturity from an impressive international pool of applicants.
Our rigorous MBA program is suited for students who have performed at a superior level in their university studies, demonstrated the ability to pursue personal goals, exhibit a high level of integrity, and have professional work experience. We expect applicants to meet the following minimum requirements to be considered for admission:
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent from a recognized institution with a minimum 2.5 CGPA on a 4.0 scale OR an APEL A (Level 7) certificate
- At least 2 years of post-graduation work experience
- Proof of English proficiency
Process
Admission process
Online Application
Prospective students complete the application and all necessary components. There is no application fee.
Evaluation
The application is read and reviewed by the ASB Admissions and a decision is made whether the applicant will be invited to interview.
Interview
Successful applicants are invited for an in-person or online interview with a member of the ASB Admissions.
Decision
The ASB Admissions decides whether to admit the applicant to the program.
Instructions
Application Instructions
The online application requires you to submit a number of personal, academic and employment details. ASB reserves the right not to review applications that are incomplete, do not meet our minimum requirements, or do not comply with the application instructions. Additionally, in order to submit a completed application, the below materials are required.
Please write a one-page cover letter to introduce yourself to the ASB Admissions. The cover letter should be succinct and include information on your past experiences, record of achievements, your goals for the future, and how the ASB MBA can help you achieve them.
Focus on answering the following questions:
- Why do you want to pursue an MBA? Why ASB?
- Based on your previous experiences and learnings, how will you contribute to the cohort and class experience?
Your letter should conform to standard business correspondence and should be addressed to the ASB Admissions Council (500 words or fewer).
Please submit an updated resume that includes your work experience and educational experience in reverse chronological order. It should focus on accomplishments and indicate dates by month/year. Extracurricular and other information appropriate to a business resume are welcomed and encouraged. Please ensure your resume is reflective of any employment gaps you might have. You may refer to the ASB resume template here.
Your resume should NOT exceed 2 pages in length.
All applicants must have a bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) in order to apply to the Asia School of Business MBA Program. Applicants with an equivalent of a bachelor’s degree (particularly if your transcript or degree certificate does not explicitly state it is a bachelor’s degree) must provide an official explanation from your academic institution or governing body (i.e. Ministry of Education) that clarifies the equivalency of your qualification to a bachelor’s degree. This can be especially important for university degrees that do not adhere to the 4.0< cumulative grade-point average (CGPA) system.
- Transcripts
Please upload scanned copies of official transcripts for all completed degree programs and include them when adding each institution in the Academic History section of your application.
- If a transcript is not in English, upload both the original and a notarized English translation.
- If your institution does not use a 4.0 grading scale, provide documentation explaining the grading system. If available, also include a 4.0 GPA equivalent (e.g., via Scholaro’s GPA Calculator) or a credential evaluation report (e.g., WES or ECE).
- Include all supporting documents together with the corresponding transcript upload in the Academic History section.
Unofficial/student copies are acceptable during the application stage. However, admitted MBA candidates must submit official signed and sealed transcripts from all degree-granting institutions. Any discrepancies between submitted and official transcripts may result in admission being revoked.
- Degree Certificates/Diplomas
Please upload scanned copies of all diploma/degree certificates for completed degree programs and submit them as a separate document for each institution in the Academic History section of your application.
- If the certificate is not in English, upload both the original and a notarised English translation.
- Upload each diploma/degree certificate separately when adding the institution in the Academic History section.
While not required, ASB Admissions encourages applicants to submit a valid GMAT, GRE, or Executive Assessment (EA) score as part of their application. ASB accepts all three tests and has no preference for one over another.
Test scores are valid for five years. For applicants to the ASB MBA 2027 intake, only scores taken after September 1, 2022 will be considered. Applicants are encouraged to include percentile rankings when submitting their scores.
You may self-report your test scores in your application and arrange for your official scores to be sent to ASB.
- GMAT/EA: No program code is required.
- MBA GRE School Code: 7568
Important Notes
- Submission of a GMAT, GRE, or EA score is optional but may strengthen your application.
- ASB Admissions reserves the right to request additional supporting documents or official score reports at any stage of the application process.
Applicants must provide proof of English proficiency if they are not a native English speaker or if their undergraduate degree was not taught in English, regardless of nationality.
Applicants who completed an undergraduate degree taught in English may fulfill this requirement by submitting a supporting letter from their university confirming English as the medium of instruction.
Accepted tests and minimum scores:
- IELTS Academic (Overall band 6.0)
- TOEFL (Internet-based (60), Essentials (Online) (8.5))
- Cambridge English (Advanced/Proficiency/Linguaskill Online (169), Occupational English Test (OET) (Conventional/Online) (250))
- Pearson Test of English (PTE) Academic / Academic Online (59)
- Malaysian University English Test (MUET) (Band 4)
- ELS (Certified Intensive English Programme Level, CEIP Level (109))
For applicants to the MBA 2027 intake, only the English language proficiency test scores listed above and taken after September 1, 2025 will be accepted.
Applicants are responsible for ensuring their official test scores are sent to ASB:
- IELTS RO Name: Asia School of Business
- TOEFL Reporting Code: B408
Important Notes
- Proof of English proficiency is required for admissions assessment, verification, and international student visa applications.
- Only the English proficiency tests listed above are accepted. The Duolingo English Test and EF SET are NOT accepted.
- ASB reserves the right to request additional supporting documents or evidence of English proficiency at any stage of the application process.
All applicants are required to submit a one-minute video that introduces yourself to the ASB community. Your video will help ASB Admissions to get to know you better, learn more about your passions, accomplishments and aspirations, and to understand what unique qualities set you apart from your peers.
Important Notes:
- The video should not exceed 1:00 minutes in total length
- Please note: We may not review any content beyond the 1-minute mark
- You may upload your video OR host your video externally (i.e., YouTube, Vimeo, Dropbox); Please ensure that you provide an unprotected link (no password required)
- You must appear in person in your video
- Be authentic and be yourself!
Applicants must submit ONE professional Letter of Recommendation as part of the MBA application. Additionally, please provide the contact details of a second recommender in case an additional reference is required. This is especially relevant for applicants with entrepreneurial backgrounds.
Recommenders should be individuals who can provide a clear and credible assessment of your professional achievements and potential. Recommendations from family members or friends will not be accepted. Ideally, your primary recommender should be your current manager.
The recommender will be asked to answer the following three questions, each in approximately 50 words:
- What do you value most in the applicant?
- What areas of improvement would you suggest to the applicant?
- How does the applicant’s performance compare to others in similar roles? Please provide examples.
Important Notes:
- The recommendation by your first recommender must be submitted online. Email submissions will not be accepted. You are required to enter the recommender’s full name, email address, and contact details in the application form. Once submitted, the recommender will receive an email with instructions. We recommend using a professional or academic email address to ensure successful delivery.
- Please note that some corporate email servers may block automated emails. Confirm with your recommender that they have received the email, and ask them to check their spam or junk folders. They should also add admissions@asb.edu.my to their list of trusted senders. If any issues arise, please contact the Admissions Office for assistance.
- It is your responsibility to ensure the recommendation is submitted before the application deadline. Applications will only be considered complete once the recommendation has been received.
In order to be considered for a Scholarship or an ASB Fellowship, please complete TWO (2) of the THREE (3) essay questions below in your application.
Each essay must be no more than 300 words.
If you submit responses to more than two questions, only the first two will be evaluated.
Below are the questions you may choose from:
Q1: Describe your envisioned short and long-term career path, the “why” behind it, and the impact you hope to create. How will ASB’s MBA experience accelerate your journey?
Q2: Reflect on one decision, challenge, or experience that has most influenced your professional journey so far. How has it shaped the leader you are, and how does an MBA fit into what comes next?
Q3: Who were you five years ago, and who do you want to be five years from now? What defining beliefs, habits, or perspectives have evolved along the way? How will the MBA be a catalyst in that transformation?
Important Notes
Applications are due by 3:00 pm Malaysia Standard Time on the deadline date, including all required documents and recommendation letter:
Round 1: Thursday, October 29, 2026
Round 2: Thursday, February 11, 2027
Round 3: Thursday, April 29, 2027
Round 4: Thursday, June 10, 2027
Important notes:
- All international students are strongly encouraged to apply by Round 4 due to timelines for processing international student visa applications.
- In exceptional circumstances, the ASB admissions may be in a position to grant an extension to the application deadline. In order to request one, please email admissions with the email heading: “APPLICATION DEADLINE EXTENSION REQUEST” and in the email explain why you are requesting for an extension. Extensions are at the discretion of the ASB admissions and all decisions are final.
There is no application fee required at this time.
Interviews are extended by invitation only, following a preliminary assessment of a completed application. Applicants selected for an interview will be notified via email, which will include a link to schedule the session. Interviews will be conducted either in person or virtually via Zoom, depending on the applicant’s location.
As part of the interview process, candidates are required to prepare a one-page presentation slide. This slide may be presented during the interview at the discretion of the interviewer. Detailed instructions will be provided in the email notification, including the requirement to upload the presentation as an executive summary via the Application Portal. Applicants are advised to regularly check the portal for updates and communications.
Suggested Slide content:
- Brief introduction about yourself (1-2 sentences)
- Professional summary and education background
- Current role and company (if applicable)
- Organization chart to show where you are within the company leadership
- Career goals
- Extracurricular/ CSR activities
The ASB Admissions gives every application the fullest possible review and does not consider appeals of admissions decisions. All applicants are informed of admission decisions through the online application system, including those who do not get invited to interview.
Applicants admitted to the program early enough in the admissions cycle will be invited to attend various admissions events. Those interested in visiting our campus must make an appointment by reaching out to admissions@asb.edu.my with 2-3 suggested dates and times.
ASB also hosts several public admissions events in Kuala Lumpur and around the world. Click here to view our calendar.
For information regarding the MBA tuition fees, please visit our website.
If admitted, we require a MYR10,000 enrollment deposit to secure your place in the class. Enrollment deposits are due according to the deadline listed in the admission decision letter.
If you opt for an accommodation at the ASB Residences (ASBR), we require a minimum of MYR2,600 housing security deposit for Room Type A or more, depending on the room selection, which must be paid prior to moving into the ASB residential facilities.
The ASB Admissions team is here to support you. If you have any questions, please email us at admissions@asb.edu.my.
Monday, 25 August 2025: Day 1 of Orientation for International Students Only
Tuesday, 2 September 2025: Official Orientation Kick-Off
Monday, 8 September 2025: Day 1 of MBA Class
The ASB MBA program will officially kick off with a compulsory one-week orientation program beginning September 2, 2025. All students are required to attend the full orientation program.
*Schedule and dates are subject to chang
The ASB Admissions team is here to support you. If you have any questions, please email us at admissions@asb.edu.my.