Double Masters – Master of Business Administration – Master of IT (AI and Data Science)
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Overview
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Overview
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About the Programme
Double Masters – Master of Business Administration – Master of Information Technology (Artificial Intelligence and Data Science)
An education grant of S$6,540 is available to local applicants for the 2025 intakes of this programme. Please contact our programme consultant for more information.
As data-driven decision making is becoming essential for organisations of all sizes, a question that arises is whether managers of the future should pursue a Data Science or Business Administration Postgraduate Degree. This Double Master’s Degree uniquely lets you combine both. The programme is designed for the needs of business leaders working with big data, and it is best suited to individuals working in technology-related fields who are ready to progress to more senior-level management positions.
As an IT professional, you need both business acumen and highly-specialised discipline skills to take your career into the future. This combined qualification will provide you with the skills you need to meet demands of the industry and boost your IT career opportunities. You will develop specialist skills in business and data analytics so you can work with big data and combine data science with business management. You will gain valuable knowledge and business insights, and also develop greater self-awareness as you learn to reflect on your leadership identity and attributes.
With the combined Master of Business Administration (MBA) and Master of Information Technology (MIT) Degree programme, you will gain high-level business skills with this specialised Data Science Postgraduate Degree. You will be able to expand your skills and knowledge base and set yourself apart in the IT industry.
Graduation & Degree Awarded
Students who successfully complete and pass the modules stipulated in the programme structure will be awarded 2 Postgraduate Degrees – the Master of Business Administration and the Master of Information Technology (Artificial Intelligence and Data Science) – from Murdoch University, Australia.
The Master’s Degrees will be the same as that awarded to the on-campus graduates in Australia.
Key factsDuration24 monthsIntake MonthJanuary, May, and AugustNumber Of Modules13Mode Of DeliveryBlended LearningRecorded ClassesYesAssessmentA combination of assignments and examinationsCareer OpportunitiesStrategy DirectorBusiness Operations ManagerArtificial Intelligence ScientistData ScientistStatisticianBusiness Intelligence and Research Manager -
About the Programme
Double Masters – Master of Business Administration – Master of Information Technology (Artificial Intelligence and Data Science)
As data-driven decision making is becoming essential for organisations of all sizes, a question that arises is whether managers of the future should pursue a Data Science or Business Administration Postgraduate Degree. This Double Master’s Degree uniquely lets you combine both. The programme is designed for the needs of business leaders working with big data, and it is best suited to individuals working in technology-related fields who are ready to progress to more senior-level management positions.
As an IT professional, you need both business acumen and highly-specialised discipline skills to take your career into the future. This combined qualification will provide you with the skills you need to meet demands of the industry and boost your IT career opportunities. You will develop specialist skills in business and data analytics so you can work with big data and combine data science with business management. You will gain valuable knowledge and business insights, and also develop greater self-awareness as you learn to reflect on your leadership identity and attributes.
With the combined Master of Business Administration (MBA) and Master of Information Technology (MIT) Degree programme, you will gain high-level business skills with this specialised Data Science Postgraduate Degree. You will be able to expand your skills and knowledge base and set yourself apart in the IT industry.
Graduation & Degree Awarded
Students who successfully complete and pass the modules stipulated in the programme structure will be awarded 2 Postgraduate Degrees – the Master of Business Administration and the Master of Information Technology (Artificial Intelligence and Data Science) – from Murdoch University, Australia.
The Master’s Degrees will be the same as that awarded to the on-campus graduates in Australia.
Key factsDuration24 monthsIntake MonthJanuary, May, and AugustNumber Of Modules13Mode Of Delivery100% In-personRecorded ClassesYesAssessmentA combination of assignments and examinationsCareer OpportunitiesStrategy DirectorBusiness Operations ManagerArtificial Intelligence ScientistData ScientistStatisticianBusiness Intelligence and Research Manager
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Intakes
There are 3 intakes per year.
Commencement- January
- May
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August
Please contact our programme consultant to obtain a copy of the class schedule.
Minimum Class Size-
20 students
Minimum class size is subject to change and approval by the University and Kaplan Higher Education Academy.
Class may commence with fewer students than indicated above, depending on resource availability. If there are changes to the scheduled commencement date, you will be informed at least 1 week before the scheduled date.
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Intakes
There are 3 intakes per year.
Commencement- January
- May
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August
Please contact our programme consultant to obtain a copy of the class schedule.
Minimum Class Size-
20 students
Minimum class size is subject to change and approval by the University and Kaplan Higher Education Academy.
Class may commence with fewer students than indicated above, depending on resource availability. If there are changes to the scheduled commencement date, you will be informed at least 1 week before the scheduled date.
Modules
Master of Business Administration
- Financial Decision-Making Essentials
- International Business Negotiations
- Leading the Engaged Enterprise
- Organisational Behaviour and Management
- Strategies for Growth and Excellence
Master of Information Technology (Artificial Intelligence and Data Science)
- Artificial Intelligence
- Business Analytics
- Data Analytics
- Data Resources Management
- Foundations of Data Science
- Information Technology Project Management
(Choose 1 to 2 modules depending on the number of credit points)
- Quantitative Research for Business
- IT Group Project
- Machine Learning
The elective will be determined by Murdoch University, depending on the applicant’s academic background.
The modules offered may vary depending on the applicant’s academic backgrounds.
Click here for unit descriptions.
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Admission CriteriaAcademic Requirements
This Degree programme accepts a wide range of qualifications, which include:
- Recognised Bachelor’s Degree in IT (AQF Level 7) and evidence of 2 years of professional work experience
- Recognised non-IT Bachelor’s Degree and an approved Diploma in IT (AQF Level 8)
- Recognised non-IT Honours Degree (AQF Level 8) and 5 or more years of relevant experience
- Recognition of relevant and current informal or non-formal learning may be used for entry requirements and should be discussed with the Academic Chair. The applicant would have to demonstrate competence in statistical methods and analysis to the satisfaction of the Academic Chair to be considered for admission.
English Language Requirements- IELTS 6.0 (no band below 6.0) or equivalent
Applicants are required to meet Murdoch University’s English language requirement. Click here for more information.
In all cases, the final decision on admission to the programme rests with the University.
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Admission CriteriaAcademic Requirements
This Degree programme accepts a wide range of qualifications, which include:
- Recognised Bachelor’s Degree in IT (AQF Level 7) and evidence of 2 years of professional work experience
- Recognised non-IT Bachelor’s Degree and an approved Diploma in IT (AQF Level 8)
- Recognised non-IT Honours Degree (AQF Level 8) and 5 or more years of relevant experience
- Recognition of relevant and current informal or non-formal learning may be used for entry requirements and should be discussed with the Academic Chair. The applicant would have to demonstrate competence in statistical methods and analysis to the satisfaction of the Academic Chair to be considered for admission.
English Language Requirements- IELTS 6.0 (no band below 6.0) or equivalent
Applicants are required to meet Murdoch University’s English language requirement. Click here for more information.
In all cases, the final decision on admission to the programme rests with the University.
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Fees
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Local ApplicantsApply Now
Part-time (Local Applicants) – Click here to apply online.
Course FeeTuition 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$33,833.60 payable in 5 instalments
(Nett programme fee listed above = Tuition fee of S$40,373.60 minus Education Grant of S$6,5401)Fee inclusive of 9% GST
Receive a S$500 referral incentive when you recommend a friend to enrol in our Degree programme2.
1The 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.
2Click here for Terms and Conditions for Rebates and other Offers.
NTUC members are eligible for funding support under the Union Training Assistance Programme (UTAP). The maximum claimable is capped annually at S$250 for NTUC members below 40 years old and S$500 for NTUC members aged 40 and above.
For application guidelines, please click here.
For FAQs, please click here.
Non-Refundable Application Fee
S$239.80
Fee inclusive of 9% GSTStudent Development Fee
S$283.40*
Fee inclusive of 9% GST*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.
Payment OptionsFlywire (Domestic):
PayNow, Mastercard, and Visa are now available for payment via Flywire at https://payment.kaplan.com.sg.
Flywire (International):
For international students making overseas remittance payments through Flywire, please make payment via https://flywire-pay.kaplan.com.sg/#/ (application and programme fees only).
SingPost SAM Kiosk/Mobile App/Web:
For New Students
New students who wish to pay their application fee or their 1st instalment of the programme fee via SAM kiosk, mobile app, or web can contact the programme consultant for assistance.
Download SAM mobile app:
Google Playstore
Apple AppstoreSAM online payment website:
https://mysam.singpost.com/webhomeCredit Card 0% Interest Instalment Payment:
Payment to be made at the Payment Counter:
- 6/12 months – DBS/POSB/OCBC/Standard Chartered Bank/UOB
- 6/12/24 months – AMEX/Maybank
Online Instalment Payment Plan (IPP):
- 6/12 months – AMEX/OCBC/Standard Chartered Bank
Education Loan:
Choose from flexible repayment schemes through the Maybank Education Loan or OCBC Frank Education Loan.
Maybank Education Loan
- Standard Repayment
1. Begin monthly instalments (principal and interest) once your loan is disbursed. - Partial Repayment
1. Make partial instalments for up to 3 years or until the end of your programme, whichever is earlier.
2. Standard monthly instalments (principal and interest) will commence thereafter. - Interest Servicing
1. Pay only interest for up to 3 years or until the end of your programme, whichever is earlier.
2. Standard monthly instalments (principal and interest) will commence thereafter. - Flexible repayment options with a tenure of up to 8 years.
- Terms and conditions apply, subject to the bank’s approval.
OCBC Frank Education Loan
- Standard - Principal & Interest
1. Pay your monthly instalments (principal + interest) once your loan is disbursed. - Graduated - Interest first*
1. Pay only interest while studying.
2. Start paying principal + interest after graduation. - Graduated Plus - Interest first plus 1 Year*
1. Pay only Interest while studying + 1 year after graduation.
2. Pay principal + interest from third year onwards. -
Terms and conditions apply, subject to the bank’s approval.
*For Graduated and Graduated Plus, the loan tenure includes the period of study.
For assistance, please contact your programme consultant or click here to get in touch with the loan officers.
Cheque Payment (Singapore banks only):
Cheque should be made payable to “Kaplan Higher Education Academy Pte Ltd”.
Interbank Transfer/Telegraphic Transfer:
Students can make application fee and programme fee payments via Interbank Transfer or Telegraphic Transfer.
Kaplan Higher Education Academy
Bank account details:
Bank name: DBS Bank
Bank address: 12 Marina Boulevard, DBS Asia Central, Marina Bay Financial Centre Tower 3, Singapore 018982
Beneficiary’s name: Kaplan Higher Education Academy Pte Ltd
Bank code: 7171
Branch code: 001
Account no.: 001-900452-7
Swift code: DBSSSGSGImportant Note:
- Please fill in the “Payment description” column with your Invoice details and Student CT number which can be found in the student contract.
- If you wish to make an application fee payment via this method, please contact your programme consultant to acquire your Student CT number.
- For new students: please sign the student contract prior to making the transfer and provide a screenshot of your payment confirmation (including hard copy payment slips, if any) with your CT number to your programme consultant.
- For existing students: please provide a screenshot of your payment confirmation (including hard copy payment slips, if any) to [email protected] or call 6496 5661 for assistance.
Payment Counter Operating Hours:
Wilkie Edge Campus, Level 2, Payment Counter Operating Hours:
9am – 8pm (Mondays to Fridays)
9am – 3pm (Saturdays)Christmas Eve and New Year Eve: 9am to 1pm
(Closed on Sundays, Public Holidays, and Chinese New Year Eve)
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Fees
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Local ApplicantsApply Now
Full-time (Local Applicants) – Click here to apply online.
Course FeeTuition 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$40,373.60 payable in 5 instalments
Fee inclusive of 9% GSTReceive a S$500 referral incentive when you recommend a friend to enrol in our Degree programme*.
*Click here for Terms and Conditions for Rebates and other Offers.
NTUC members are eligible for funding support under the Union Training Assistance Programme (UTAP). The maximum claimable is capped annually at S$250 for NTUC members below 40 years old and S$500 for NTUC members aged 40 and above.
For application guidelines, please click here.
For FAQs, please click here.
Non-Refundable Application Fee
S$239.80
Fee inclusive of 9% GSTStudent Development Fee
S$283.40*
Fee inclusive of 9% GST*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.
Payment OptionsFlywire (Domestic):
PayNow, Mastercard, and Visa are now available for payment via Flywire at https://payment.kaplan.com.sg.
Flywire (International):
For international students making overseas remittance payments through Flywire, please make payment via https://flywire-pay.kaplan.com.sg/#/ (application and programme fees only).
SingPost SAM Kiosk/Mobile App/Web:
For New Students
New students who wish to pay their application fee or their 1st instalment of the programme fee via SAM kiosk, mobile app, or web can contact the programme consultant for assistance.
Download SAM mobile app:
Google Playstore
Apple AppstoreSAM online payment website:
https://mysam.singpost.com/webhomeCredit Card 0% Interest Instalment Payment:
Payment to be made at the Payment Counter:
- 6/12 months – DBS/POSB/OCBC/Standard Chartered Bank/UOB
- 6/12/24 months – AMEX/Maybank
Online Instalment Payment Plan (IPP):
- 6/12 months – AMEX/OCBC/Standard Chartered Bank
Education Loan:
Choose from flexible repayment schemes through the Maybank Education Loan or OCBC Frank Education Loan.
Maybank Education Loan
- Standard Repayment
1. Begin monthly instalments (principal and interest) once your loan is disbursed. - Partial Repayment
1. Make partial instalments for up to 3 years or until the end of your programme, whichever is earlier.
2. Standard monthly instalments (principal and interest) will commence thereafter. - Interest Servicing
1. Pay only interest for up to 3 years or until the end of your programme, whichever is earlier.
2. Standard monthly instalments (principal and interest) will commence thereafter. - Flexible repayment options with a tenure of up to 8 years.
- Terms and conditions apply, subject to the bank’s approval.
OCBC Frank Education Loan
- Standard - Principal & Interest
1. Pay your monthly instalments (principal + interest) once your loan is disbursed. - Graduated - Interest first*
1. Pay only interest while studying.
2. Start paying principal + interest after graduation. - Graduated Plus - Interest first plus 1 Year*
1. Pay only Interest while studying + 1 year after graduation.
2. Pay principal + interest from third year onwards. -
Terms and conditions apply, subject to the bank’s approval.
*For Graduated and Graduated Plus, the loan tenure includes the period of study.
For assistance, please contact your programme consultant or click here to get in touch with the loan officers.
Cheque Payment (Singapore banks only):
Cheque should be made payable to “Kaplan Higher Education Academy Pte Ltd”.
Interbank Transfer/Telegraphic Transfer:
Students can make application fee and programme fee payments via Interbank Transfer or Telegraphic Transfer.
Kaplan Higher Education Academy
Bank account details:
Bank name: DBS Bank
Bank address: 12 Marina Boulevard, DBS Asia Central, Marina Bay Financial Centre Tower 3, Singapore 018982
Beneficiary’s name: Kaplan Higher Education Academy Pte Ltd
Bank code: 7171
Branch code: 001
Account no.: 001-900452-7
Swift code: DBSSSGSGImportant Note:
- Please fill in the “Payment description” column with your Invoice details and Student CT number which can be found in the student contract.
- If you wish to make an application fee payment via this method, please contact your programme consultant to acquire your Student CT number.
- For new students: please sign the student contract prior to making the transfer and provide a screenshot of your payment confirmation (including hard copy payment slips, if any) with your CT number to your programme consultant.
- For existing students: please provide a screenshot of your payment confirmation (including hard copy payment slips, if any) to [email protected] or call 6496 5661 for assistance.
Payment Counter Operating Hours:
Wilkie Edge Campus, Level 2, Payment Counter Operating Hours:
9am – 8pm (Mondays to Fridays)
9am – 3pm (Saturdays)Christmas Eve and New Year Eve: 9am to 1pm
(Closed on Sundays, Public Holidays, and Chinese New Year Eve)
-
International ApplicantsApply Now
Full-time (International Applicants) – Click here to apply online.
Course FeeTuition 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$42,117.60 payable in 2 instalments
Fee inclusive of 9% GSTNon-Refundable Application Fee
S$523.20
Fee inclusive of 9% GSTAdministration Fee
S$1,199*
Fee inclusive of 9% GST*Includes application for Kaplan Student Access Card, Student’s Pass, Fee Protection Scheme, and Medical Insurance.
Payment OptionsFlywire (Domestic):
PayNow, Mastercard, and Visa are now available for payment via Flywire at https://payment.kaplan.com.sg.
Flywire (International):
For international students making overseas remittance payments through Flywire, please make payment via https://flywire-pay.kaplan.com.sg/#/ (application and programme fees only).
SingPost SAM Kiosk/Mobile App/Web:
For New Students
New students who wish to pay their application fee or their 1st instalment of the programme fee via SAM kiosk, mobile app, or web can contact the programme consultant for assistance.
Download SAM mobile app:
Google Playstore
Apple AppstoreSAM online payment website:
https://mysam.singpost.com/webhomeCredit Card 0% Interest Instalment Payment:
Payment to be made at the Payment Counter:
- 6/12 months – DBS/POSB/OCBC/Standard Chartered Bank/UOB
- 6/12/24 months – AMEX/Maybank
Online Instalment Payment Plan (IPP):
- 6/12 months – AMEX/OCBC/Standard Chartered Bank
Education Loan:
Choose from flexible repayment schemes through the Maybank Education Loan or OCBC Frank Education Loan.
Maybank Education Loan
- Standard Repayment
1. Begin monthly instalments (principal and interest) once your loan is disbursed. - Partial Repayment
1. Make partial instalments for up to 3 years or until the end of your programme, whichever is earlier.
2. Standard monthly instalments (principal and interest) will commence thereafter. - Interest Servicing
1. Pay only interest for up to 3 years or until the end of your programme, whichever is earlier.
2. Standard monthly instalments (principal and interest) will commence thereafter. - Flexible repayment options with a tenure of up to 8 years.
- Terms and conditions apply, subject to the bank’s approval.
OCBC Frank Education Loan
- Standard - Principal & Interest
1. Pay your monthly instalments (principal + interest) once your loan is disbursed. - Graduated - Interest first*
1. Pay only interest while studying.
2. Start paying principal + interest after graduation. - Graduated Plus - Interest first plus 1 Year*
1. Pay only Interest while studying + 1 year after graduation.
2. Pay principal + interest from third year onwards. -
Terms and conditions apply, subject to the bank’s approval.
*For Graduated and Graduated Plus, the loan tenure includes the period of study.
For assistance, please contact your programme consultant or click here to get in touch with the loan officers.
Cheque Payment (Singapore banks only):
Cheque should be made payable to “Kaplan Higher Education Academy Pte Ltd”.
Interbank Transfer/Telegraphic Transfer:
Students can make application fee and programme fee payments via Interbank Transfer or Telegraphic Transfer.
Kaplan Higher Education Academy
Bank account details:
Bank name: DBS Bank
Bank address: 12 Marina Boulevard, DBS Asia Central, Marina Bay Financial Centre Tower 3, Singapore 018982
Beneficiary’s name: Kaplan Higher Education Academy Pte Ltd
Bank code: 7171
Branch code: 001
Account no.: 001-900452-7
Swift code: DBSSSGSGImportant Note:
- Please fill in the “Payment description” column with your Invoice details and Student CT number which can be found in the student contract.
- If you wish to make an application fee payment via this method, please contact your programme consultant to acquire your Student CT number.
- For new students: please sign the student contract prior to making the transfer and provide a screenshot of your payment confirmation (including hard copy payment slips, if any) with your CT number to your programme consultant.
- For existing students: please provide a screenshot of your payment confirmation (including hard copy payment slips, if any) to [email protected] or call 6496 5661 for assistance.
Payment Counter Operating Hours:
Wilkie Edge Campus, Level 2, Payment Counter Operating Hours:
9am – 8pm (Mondays to Fridays)
9am – 3pm (Saturdays)Christmas Eve and New Year Eve: 9am to 1pm
(Closed on Sundays, Public Holidays, and Chinese New Year Eve)
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DurationDuration
- 24 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
- 24 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.
Murdoch University’s Double Master’s Degree offering was too good to miss. With the same duration in a typical single Master’s programme, I could achieve two such Masters Degrees and proficiency in two domains. The dual programme is meaningful to current working professionals, as gone are the days when one could be content with strong knowledge in one domain. Now, a Double Masters will give us the needed advantage.
Eric Oh
Project Manager, Public Sector
Double Masters – Master of Business Administration and Master of Information Technology (Artificial Intelligence & Data Science)
Murdoch University Student (2022)
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