06 months
No need to restart your studies — complete 06 required assessments and receive the qualification upon successful completion.
06 months
No need to restart your studies — complete 06 required assessments and receive the qualification upon successful completion.
EU-Recognised Framework
Delivered by a licensed institution in Malta and aligned with the Malta Qualifications Framework and European Qualifications Framework.
EU-Recognised Framework
Delivered by a licensed institution in Malta and aligned with the Malta Qualifications Framework and European Qualifications Framework.
80% Refund
An 80% refund may apply if the expected outcome is not achieved, with an initial detailed consultation provided before proceeding.
80% Refund
An 80% refund may apply if the expected outcome is not achieved, with an initial detailed consultation provided before proceeding.
Save 80%
Tuition costs may be reduced by up to 80% compared to selected study pathways in Europe, and potentially more when accommodation and relocation costs are considered.
Save 80%
Tuition costs may be reduced by up to 80% compared to selected study pathways in Europe, and potentially more when accommodation and relocation costs are considered.
Recognised within the Malta/EU Framework and Referenced through ENIC-NARIC
Malta is an EU, Schengen, Commonwealth, and Bologna Process member state. Its higher education system is regulated by MFHEA, with qualifications positioned under the Malta Qualifications Framework and referenced to European frameworks.
Program Accreditation under MFHEA
Program AccreditationRecognition/Comparability Assessment through MQRIC – ENIC-NARIC Malta
Recognition Assessment GuideAPEL.Q Process in Detail
We support applicants from application submission through competency assessment and, where successful, the award of the BBA qualification.
BBA Qualification Awarded upon Completion of the APEL.Q Process
Upon successful completion of the APEL.Q process for the Bachelor of Business Administration program, applicants may be awarded the Bachelor of Business Administration qualification by EAI Malta, together with an academic transcript indicating MQF/EQF Level 6, where applicable, in accordance with EAI’s academic regulations and approval decisions.
Information about the institution and program may be verified through the public register of the Malta Further and Higher Education Authority (MFHEA).
Portfolio Submission
Entry Requirements:
- A Vocational/Intermediate Diploma with 5 years of experience; or
- A College Diploma with 1 year of experience; or
- A High School Diploma with 10 years of experience;
- Meeting the English language proficiency requirement.
The APEL.Q application follows the standard academic admission process.
Assignments Completion
Candidates are provided with review materials and detailed instructions for undertaking the competency assessments.
The competency assessments correspond to the exercises of 6 subjects including:
- Leadership and People Management (H/616/2734)
- Business Research Project (K/616/2735)
- Operations Management (M/616/2736)
- Financial Decision Making (T/616/2737)
- Sustainable Business Practices (A/616/2738)
- Strategic Human Resource Management (F/616/2739)
Internal Assessment (Pre-EPA)
Each completed assignment will undergo an internal assessment. In case of failure, feedback and instructions will be provided for resubmission.
*Candidates are allowed one free retake if they do not pass.
End-Point Assessment (EPA)
After completing the assessments under the APEL.Q pathway, all candidate records and submitted work will undergo an internal pre-submission review before being forwarded to EAI Malta for academic review, independent assessment, and final decision in accordance with the requirements of the BBA programme.
In case of failure, the candidate is instructed to retake.
*Candidates can retake once for free.
Refund policy of up to 80%
Submission
100% Refund
Candidates receive detailed consultation before submitting their portfolio application and are eligible for a 100% refund if the application is rejected.
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Internal Assessment
50% Refund
Candidates will receive a 50% refund of this payment installment if the first three competency assessments are not passed. No refund will be given if the candidate does not proceed according to the required timeline.
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External Assessment
80% Refund
Candidates will receive up to 80% refund of this payment installment if the second portfolio submission is still unsuccessful. No refund will be given if the candidate does not proceed according to the required timeline.
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Submission
100% Refund
Candidates receive detailed consultation before submitting their portfolio application and are eligible for a 100% refund if the application is rejected.
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Internal Assessment
50% Refund
Candidates will receive a 50% refund of this payment installment if the first three competency assessments are not passed. No refund will be given if the candidate does not proceed according to the required timeline.
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External Assessment
80% Refund
Candidates will receive up to 80% refund of this payment installment if the second portfolio submission is still unsuccessful. No refund will be given if the candidate does not proceed according to the required timeline.
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