Master of Philosophy (Management) (By Research)

(R3/345/7/0140) 06/27 (MQA/FA3003) – Cyberjaya Campus

The Master of Philosophy (Management) is a research-based postgraduate program designed to nurture independent researchers and future leaders in business and management. Under the guidance of experienced and award-winning supervisors, students will conduct research in areas including but not limited to accounting, auditing, banking and finance, corporate governance, human resource management, marketing, economics, organizational behavior, taxation, and other related fields in business and management.

Throughout the program, students will benefit from excellent research facilities, research methodology training, participation in intensive workshops, and opportunities to present at international conferences. The program also encourages publishing in reputable international journals and aims to develop well-rounded graduates with strong research, analytical, communication, and leadership skills.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

  • A Bachelor’s degree (Level 6, MQF) in the field or related fields with a minimum CGPA of 2.75 or equivalent, as accepted by the HEP Senate; or
  • A Bachelor’s degree (Level 6, MQF) in the field or related fields with a minimum CGPA of 2.50 and not meeting CGPA of 2.75 or equivalent, can be accepted subject to rigorous internal assessment;
  • A Bachelor’s degree in the field or related fields with minimum CGPA of 2.00 and not meeting CGPA of 2.50 or equivalent, can be accepted subject to a minimum of 5 years working experience in the relevant field and rigorous internal assessment.
  • A Bachelor’s degree (Level 6, MQF) in non-related fields with a minimum CGPA of 2.50 or equivalent, as accepted by the HEP Senate, subject to having relevant working experience and rigorous internal assessment
  • A Bachelor’s degree in non-related field with minimum CGPA of 2.00 and not meeting CGPA of 2.50 or equivalent, can be accepted subject to a minimum of 5 years working experience in the relevant field and rigorous internal assessment; OR
  • A Bachelor’s degree (Level 6, MQF) in non-related fields with a minimum CGPA of 2.00 or equivalent, as accepted by the HEP Senate and without relevant working experience, subject to passing pre-requisite courses; OR
  • Other qualifications equivalent to a Bachelor’s degree (Level 6, MQF) recognised by the Malaysian Government.

ENGLISH LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS

  • A minimum overall TOEFL score of 550 (paper-based) or 80 (internet-based); or
  • A minimum IELTS (academic) overall band score of 6.0; or
  • A credit in 1119 English Examination; or
  • A minimum MUET overall band score of 4; or
  • Any other qualification which is of equivalent level as determined by the Senate of the University

PROGRAMME STRUCTURE

FULL-TIME STRUCTURE

  • Duration of study: Minimum 1 year
  • Class sessions: Weekend

 

Year 1

  • Subject 1: Research Methodology for Social Sciences
  • Subject 2: Entrepreneurship & Commercialization
  • Subject 3: Data Analysis Techniques for Social Sciences
  • Supervision
  • PG Progress monitoring (PPM)
  • Chapter 2: Literature Review
  • Chapter 1: Introduction and significance of study
  • Chapter 3: Research Methodology
  • Proposal Defence
  • Publications

 

Year 2

  • PG Progress monitoring (PPM)
  • Supervision
  • Data Collection & Analysis
  • Chapter 4&5: Findings
  • Draft Thesis
  • Work Completion Defence
  • Publications

PART-TIME STRUCTURE

  • Duration of study: Minimum 2 years
  • Class sessions: Weekend

 

Year 1

  • Subject 1: Research Methodology for Social Sciences
  • Supervision
  • PG Progress monitoring (PPM)
  • Chapter 2: Literature Review
  • Chapter 1: Introduction
  • Chapter 3: Research Methodology
  • Proposal Defence (PD)
  • Publications

 

Year 2

  • Subject 2: Entrepreneurship & Commercialization
  • Subject 3: Data Analysis Techniques for Social Sciences
  • PG Progress monitoring (PPM)
  • Supervision
  • Data Collection & Analysis
  • Chapter 4 & 5: Findings
  • Publications

 

Year 3

  • PG Progress monitoring
  • Supervision
  • Chapter 5 Discussion
  • Draft Thesis
  • Work Completion Defence
  • Publications
  • Submit Thesis for Viva Voce
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PROGRAMME OBJECTIVES AND OUTCOMES

Programme Educational Objectives

This programme aims to produce graduates with the following quality after several years of graduation:

  1. PEO1 Graduates who apply advanced business management knowledge and skills for professionally or socially gainful activities
  2. PEO2 Graduates who apply digital and technical skills in providing novel solutions to complex problems
  3. PEO3 Graduates who exhibit contemporary leadership competence
  4. PEO4 Graduates who engage in lifelong learning in response to the rapid pace of technological and strategic change

Programme Outcomes

Upon graduation, the graduates are expected to achieve or attain the following outcomes:

  • PLO1: Evaluate in-depth concepts and frontiers of theory in management critically.
  • PLO2: Resolve complex problems in business by providing recommendations through advanced research.
  • PLO3: Demonstrate the ability to carry out rigorous research relevant to a business context independently and ethically.
  • PLO4: Display effective and cogent communication, collaborative and interpersonal skills when interacting with stakeholders.
  • PLO5: Demonstrate relevant digital skills for research and academic inquiry.
  • PLO6: Assess different quantitative and qualitative research techniques to support decision-making and problem-solving in research.
  • PLO7: Display independence, leadership skills and responsibility in managing research.
  • PLO8: Display continuous self-improvement for lifelong learning with an entrepreneurial mind-set in research.
  • PLO9: Perform research adhering to legal, ethical, professional and sustainable practices

Programme Coordinator

Dr. Kwan Jing Hui

EXTERNAL EXAMINER

Professor Dr. Nor Azila binti Mohd Noor

Professor of Marketing
School of Business Management
Universiti Utara Malaysia