Focus areas
- Oil, Gas & Energy
- Business Analytics, Data & AI
- Project Management
- Operations & Supply Chain
- Sustainability & Social Impact
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Asia School of Business
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
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Short Overview
Asia School of Business (ASB) is one of the world’s most innovative business schools, founded in 2015 by Bank Negara Malaysia in collaboration with the MIT Sloan School of Management. Recognized by Poets&Quants as one of the most impactful business school innovations of the decade, ASB blends MIT’s educational rigor with deep exposure to Asia’s fast-growing economies.
Located in Kuala Lumpur, a global crossroads between East and West, ASB places students at the center of diverse cultures, industries, and opportunities—just hours from some of the world's oldest rainforests, world-class financial hubs, and high-growth Southeast Asian markets.
ASB stands out for its Action Learning pedagogy, inspired by MIT’s Mens et Manus approach, where students gain real-world experience working directly with multinational corporations, high-growth startups, and global leaders across Asia. Graduates leave ready to lead, innovate, and create impact worldwide.
MBA Programs
Focus areas
- Oil, Gas & Energy
- Business Analytics, Data & AI
- Project Management
- Operations & Supply Chain
- Accounting
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- Likes predictability and process?
- Values clarity and directness?
- Likes to plan ahead for success?
- Wants to succeed through teamwork?
- Prefers a less conventional business environment?
- Prefers to see your teachers as peers or collaborators?
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Campus life & community
ASB offers a tight-knit and globally diverse community, with students from over 50 countries and a vibrant culture centered around collaboration, curiosity, and leadership.
Life in Kuala Lumpur offers an immersive multicultural experience—students have access to Asia’s rich food cultures, dynamic business ecosystems, and affordable, cosmopolitan living. Outdoor lovers benefit from proximity to islands, rainforests, and beaches, while urban explorers enjoy KL’s fast-growing startup ecosystem, art scene, and international lifestyle.
The school fosters deep connection through:
- Cohort-based learning and project immersion
- Cultural exchanges across regions
- Clubs, industry treks, and community initiatives
- Daily interactions in one of Asia’s most diverse capitals
ASB’s learning environment is intentionally intimate, allowing students to build lifelong friendships and professional networks that span LATAM, North America, Europe, Middle East, and the Asia-Pacific.
Admissions & student support
ASB prioritizes holistic student development through structured academic, career, and personal support systems.
- Career Development & Leadership Support
- One-on-one executive coaching
- Personalized career mentorship
- Structured leadership development pathways
Access to top employers including Amazon, McKinsey, Grab, Uber, Google, Samsung, LEGO, and Novo Nordisk
Growth Mindset Initiative
A signature ASB offering that strengthens personal and professional transformation:
- Growth Mindset Journey: Faculty-led sessions exploring values, leadership style, and personal definitions of success
- Growth Mindset Project: Students pursue up to three development areas with continuous coaching and reflection
Agile Continuous Education (ACE)
ASB extends learning beyond graduation through:
- Stackable micro-certifications and lifelong learning pathways
- Hybrid courses aligned with work and lifestyle demands
- Access to industry-relevant content and a global professional network
Together, these pillars ensure ASB students are supported academically, emotionally, and professionally—both during the MBA and long after.
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