Master of Professional Science
Programme Overview
Max: 4 Years
Overview
Master of Professional Science is a hybrid Master’s degree accredited by the Malaysian Qualifications Agency, designed for candidates to expand scientific knowledge in STEM whilst acquiring business and management skills to build competitive edge, improve employment prospect and support professional development. Universiti Teknologi Malaysia is the first university in the nation to offer an innovative and multidisciplinary program that bridges science to business and management to groom future-ready graduates with 21st century skills. Candidates are required to take a business and management component and CHOOSE* one (1) of the following specialized STEM areas:
Operations Research
Applied Chemistry
Applied Mathematics
Nanophysics
Completion Requirements
Pass all courses and achieve a total of 46 credit hours with a minimum CGPA of 3.0.
Achieve a pass in Masters Project and submit Project Report.
Present the research project through oral exam and pass the exam.
Courses Discipline
Statistical Methods for Professionals Mathematical Modeling in Science and Management
Computational Methods for Professionals
Numerical Differential Equations
Core Courses (Compulsory)
Core Courses – Science
Specialization 1:
Applied Mathematics
Linear and Non-Linear Programming
Operations Research for Professionals
Decision Analysis for Professionals
Specialization 2:
Operation Research
Management of Information Systems
Nanostructures & Nanotechnology
Characterization and Fabrication at the Nanoscale
Methods of Experimental Physics
Specialization 3:
Nanophysics
Material Science
Advanced Materials Chemistry
Nano-Chemistry
Consumer Chemistry
Specialization 4:
Applied Chemistry
Green Chemistry
Management for Professionals
Human Resource Management for Professionals
Core Courses – Management
Entrepreneurship and New Business Creation
Advanced Statistical Methods
Advanced Nanostructures and Nanotechnology
Modern Physics for Innovation
Simulation for Professional Science
Multivariate Analysis
Supply Chain Modeling
Computational Chemistry
Instrumental Analysis
Creative Thinking and Problem Solving
Elective Course (Select three (3))
Industrial Relations and Employment Law
Strategic Management for Professionals
Human Resource Management for Professionals
Human Resource Development
Management of Change
Sustainable Development and Environmental
Management
Quality Management
Financial Management
Masters Project 1
Masters Project 2
Research Methodology
Environmental Ethics
Information and Communication T echnology Ethics
and Society
Informatics in Society
Malaysian Society and Culture (For International
Student Only)
OR any other university course offered by other faculties.
Masters Project
University General Courses
(Compulsory)
University General Courses
Choose one (1) only
Programme Educational Objectives
Manage and develop a more competitive organization locally and globally using knowledge of science and management.
Lead and communicate with co-workers and workers from other organizations at various levels of the organization.
Carry out their work responsibly and with professional ethics showing concern for society and the environment with an appreciation of global perspectives.
Improve knowledge and develop skills through lifelong learning.
Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of the program requirements, the graduate will be able to:
Integrate advanced knowledge in Science and Management.
Acquire new and transferable skills in conducting research.
Demonstrate critical thinking in identifying and solving problems.
Demonstrate accountability and responsibility for professional practice and society.
Communicate effectively to scientists, industry and society.
Adapt knowledge of science and management for effective lifelong learning.
Demonstrate Managerial and Entrepreneurial Skills.
The normal requirement for admission to the programme is a four-year bachelor degree recognized by the university in either engineering or sciences.
Recent job opportunities:-
Researcher
R&D Manager
Management Roles
Operation Manager
Education Leadership Roles
Malaysian Qualification Agency (MQA)
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