Master of Professional Science
Introduction
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 programme 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:
- Applied Mathematics
- Operations
- Nanophysics
- Applied Chemistry
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PROGRAM OBJECTIVES & OUTCOMES
Objectives of the programme include producing;
- 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
Programme outcome include
- 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.
PROGRAM STRUCTURE
| PROGRAM NAME | Master of Professional Science | ||||||
| AWARD NAME | Master of Professional Science | ||||||
| LANGUAGE OF INSTRUCTION | English | ||||||
| MODE OF STUDY | Conventional | ||||||
| MODE OF OPERATION | Self-govern | ||||||
| STUDY SCHEME | Package 01 (Weekdays Class) and Package 02 (Weekend Class | ||||||
| STUDY DURATION | Package 01 (Weekdays Class): 1 ½ years Package 02 (Weekend Class) : 2 years |
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| IMPLEMENTATION MODE | PACKAGE 1 | PACKAGE 2 | |||||
| Classes During Weekday | Classes during Weekend | ||||||
| TYPE OF SEMESTER |
NO. OF SEMESTER | NO. OF WEEKS | |||||
| PACKAGE 01 | PACKAGE 02 | PACKAGE 01 | PACKAGE 02 | ||||
| MIN | MAX | MIN | MAX | 42 | 86 | ||
| NORMAL | 3 | 6 | 4 | 8 | |||
| SHORT | – | – | – | – | |||
Core Courses (Compulsory)
Core Courses – Science
Specialisation 1: Applied Mathematics
MRSQ 1013: Statistical Methods for Professionals
MRSQ 1023: Mathematical Modeling in Science and Management
MRSQ 1053: Computational Methods for Professionals
MRSQ 2033: Numerical Differential Equations
Specialisation 2: Operation Research
MRSQ 1123: Linear and Non-Linear Programming
MRSQ 1133: Operations Research for Professionals
MRSQ 1153: Decision Analysis for Professionals
MRSQ 2143: Management of Information Systems
Specialisation 3: Nanophysics
MRSQ 1063: Nanostructures & Nanotechnology
MRSQ 1083: Characterization and Fabrication at the Nanoscale
MRSQ 1073: Methods of Experimental Physics
MRSQ 2103: Material Science
Specialisation 4: Applied Chemistry
MRSQ 1193: Advanced Materials Chemistry
MRSQ 1203: Nano-Chemistry
MRSQ 1213: Consumer Chemistry
MRSQ 2223: Green Chemistry
Core Courses – Management
MRSP 1013: Management for Professionals
MRSP 1033: Human Resource Management for Professionals
MRSP 2023: Entrepreneurship and New Business Creation
Elective Course (Select three (3) with at least 1 science course)
MRSQ 1043: Advanced Statistical Methods
MRSQ 1093: Advanced Nanostructures and Nanotechnology
MRSQ 2113: Modern Physics for Innovation
MRSQ 2163: Simulation for Professional Science
MSCM 1473: Multivariate Analysis
MSCM 1663: Supply Chain Modeling
MRSQ 1233: Computational Chemistry
MRSQ 2243: Instrumental Analysis
MRSP 1073: Creative Thinking and Problem Solving
MRSP 2053: Industrial Relations and Employment Law
MRSP 1103: Strategic Management for Professionals
MRSP 1033: Human Resource Management for Professionals
MRSP 1083: Human Resource Development
MRSP 1093: Management of Change
MRSP 1113: Sustainable Development and Environmental Management
MRSP 2063: Quality Management
MRSP 1043: Financial Management
Master Project
MRSQ 1174: Master Project 1
MRSQ 2186: Master Project 2
University General Courses
Compulsory
URSP 0013: Research Methodology
Choose 1
URSP 6023: Information and Communication Technology Ethics in Society
URSP 6013: Environmental Ethics
UHAP 6013: Seminar on Global Development, Economic and Social Issues
UHAW 6023: Philosophy of Science and Social Development
UHAF 6033: Dynamics of Leadership
UHAZ 6123: Malaysian Society and Culture
UHAZ 6323: Malay Language for Postgraduates
UDPE 1123: Organizational Behavior and Development
AWARD REQUIREMENT
Students should:
- Pass all courses.
Achieve a total of 46 credit hours with a minimum of 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