| Summary: | Accreditation of Prior Experiential Learning (APEL) has paved greater access to lifelong learning opportunities. The systematic
process of assessing prior learning for gaining access to higher education and accreditations for courses is a game-changing movement
in Malaysian Education. Ministry of Higher Education (MOHE) introduced the Open Entry Admission System in 2006
and gave the mandate to the Open University Malaysia to be the pioneer for operationalising it nationwide. The main objective
of introducing APEL in Malaysia is to democratise education and develop human capital. The enrolment of students entering
open and distance learning (ODL) institutions through the APEL system has increased over the years. More universities have
been appointed to be the assessment centres. However, there is a lack of studies investigating the performance of students who
have undergone the APEL system for admission. Thus, this study aims to examine the academic performance of APEL
students and how their demographic factors influence academic performance. A quantitative research approach will be employed
to collect data on students’ academic performance based on the CGPA and demographic information. The population of this
study was all learners under the Faculty of Business and Management (FBM). The results showed demographic factors such as
age, marital status and type of programme does influence the APEL entrants’ academic performance (CGPA) This is significant
findings as ODL institutions will be able to take necessary proactive measures to establish appropriate action for curbing dropout
rates. (Abstract by authors)
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