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Management & Science University



Background

The Management & Science University (MSU) is the Best Teaching & Learning University in Malaysia. As a university of choice MSU focuses strongly in the critical areas of studies that encompass medicine, pharmacy, health and life sciences, nursing, business, management, accounting, hospitality, law, information sciences and engineering.

MSU gives priority to quality education and the importance of creative teaching methodologies towards producing quality graduates. Besides incorporating international exposure in the students learning experience, extensive industrial training components are also blended into the programme of study to ensure the graduates employability.

As one of Malaysia's top universities, MSU has received many recognitions from the Malaysian and international independent bodies. It is rated twice as an "Excellent Status University" by the Ministry of Higher Education of Malaysia through a rating system on all universities in Malaysia. MSU is also accredited by the Accreditation Services for International Colleges (ASIC), UK and the Alliance on Business Education and Scholarship for Tomorrow (ABEST21), Japan.

The programmes that the University offers meet the stringent standards set by the local and international bodies. MSU award winning home grown programmes are among the best in the region. These programmes are meticulously crafted to enhance the graduate's worth. The university aspires to provide education that will enhance employability of its graduates and at the same time enrich the students learning experience with ethical and moral values.

The recognition of any institution of higher learning lies on the strength of its programmes and faculty members. Whilst ensuring the requirements of academically qualified faculty members are being met, MSU further fortifies its brand image through the deployment of international visiting professors and institutional collaborations.

A global exposure through MSU's International Students Exchange Programme (ISEP) unit will further strengthen graduates professional standing. Through ISEP students have the options of transferring their final year studies at foreign universities which are partners of MSU. There are over 40 universities in USA, the UK, Australia, Japan, South Africa, India, Eastern Europe, Indonesia and New Zealand for the students' selection. The opportunity for continuing education at these universities provides a valuable international exposure to the students.

Until now, MSU graduates remain the popular choice among employers. A graduate tracer study conducted every year shows a ninety five percent employability rate of graduates entering the working environment. This has, to a large extent, demonstrated the versatility of our programmes of study pursued by these students at MSU.


Academic Strengths

MSU is well-positioned to be one of the leading universities in the country providing industry relevant diploma, bachelor degree and postgraduate courses as well as research disciplines. MSU gives priority to quality education and the importance of creative teaching methodologies towards producing quality and employable graduates. Besides incorporating international exposure in the students' learning experience, extensive industrial training components are also blended into the programme of study to enhance their employability.

Through a tracer study, more than 95% of MSU graduates began their respective careers within six months after graduation. This has, to a large extent, demonstrated the versatility of the programmes offered at MSU.


Programme Outlines

All programmes offered are either approved or accredited by the Malaysian Qualifications Agency (MQA). These programmes are offered through the following faculties, schools or centres :

The faculties, schools and centres of studies are :

  • Faculty of Health and Life Sciences
  • Faculty of Business Management and Professional Studies
  • Faculty of Information Sciences and Engineering
  • International Medical School
  • School of Pharmacy
  • School of Education and Social Sciences
  • School of Hospitality and Creative Arts
  • School of Graduate Studies
  • Graduate School of Management
  • Centre for Foundation Studies

Centre for Foundation Studies

Several interesting choices of disciplines await Foundation students at MSU. These disciplines are offered after taking into account the one year duration that will be spent and the student's state of preparedness before they begin the first year bachelor degree studies.

For those who have keen interest in the Health Sciences disciplines, the Foundation (Science Biology / Health Science) is a good option to start with. This is an ideal programme for those interested to become a medical practitioner and to continue with the Bachelor of Surgery and Bachelor of Medicine (MBBS) studies. The MBBS programme is offered through the MSU International Medical School (IMS) at MSU main campus in Shah Alam. Alternatively, students may opt to pursue the programme at MSU's off-shore campus in Bangalore, India. Alternatively, students may progress into the Bachelor programme in Biomedical Science, Bioinformatics, Food Service Technology, Medical Science, Optometry, Nutrition, Forensic Science or Pharmacy at MSU through its faculty or schools.

Another option is, the Foundation in Information Technology & Engineering which is designed to meet the escalating demand for highly trained and skilled resources in the areas of sophisticated technologies. Students who wish to progress to Bachelor degree in Engineering will also required to do Engineering drawing. Areas of specialization that the students may choose at the Bachelor level at MSU include Computer Forensic, Instructional Multimedia, Games Design and Animation, Information Systems Auditing, Computer Engineering, Creative Multimedia etc through the Faculty of Information Sciences & Engineering at MSU.

Whereas for those interested in the legal profession might want to consider the Foundation in Law. Students who have completed this programme will be able to enroll in Law programmes at higher level or pursue their Bachelor in Law & Commerce at MSU.

The Foundation in Business is designed in view of the increasing demand for professionals in Business Management and Accounting. An area of specialization that the students may choose at the Bachelor level at MSU includes International Business, Accountancy, Decision Science, Investment Management, Human Capital Management, International Business, Hospitality & Tourism Management etc. through the Faculty of Business Management & Professional Studies at MSU.


Why Choose MSU's Foundation Studies

It is a fast track pre-university programs that prepare the students to enter degree courses that they are interested in. Its offer guaranteed access to any degree courses pertaining to specialization (Health Science / Business / Law / IT). It is a very competitive program that enables students to pursue their study in MSU and ISEP partner of MSU which is a high-ranked university. The students are learning in a university environment as an early exposure to the university world.


Academic Facilities & Resources

  • A large number of classrooms and lecture halls
  • An extensive collection of learning and reference materials is available
  • A library that provides more than 70,000 titles of various disciplines and an e-brary (electronic library)
  • A large number of computers
  • Wireless campus
  • Islamic & Cultural Centre
  • Health and Counseling Centre
  • Complete campus amenities - U Café, U Print, U Shop, U Holiday, U Park, U Fitness, bank, etc.
  • The university and the city of Shah Alam offer a range of indoor and outdoor sporting facilities

Recognition & Achievements


Institution

  • Best Home Grown Programme, Private University Category awarded by the Ministry of Higher Education, Malaysia
  • Dr Tytus Chalubinski Medal for Leadership awarded by Medical University of Warsaw, Poland
  • Rated as an "Excellent University" by the Ministry of Higher Education, Malaysia
  • Programme recognition by the Public Service Department (JPA)
  • Rated as one of the top private universities in the world by the Accreditation Services for International Colleges (ASIC), UK
  • Rated as one of Malaysia's top private universities by Ernst & Young
  • An accredited member of the Alliance on Business Education and Scholarship for Tomorrow (ABEST21), Japan
  • A member of the Association of Asia Pacific Business School (AAPBS), Korea
  • A member of the Association of the European Foundation for Management Development (EFMD), Belgium
  • A member of the Association of Commonwealth Universities (ACU), UK
  • A member of Academy for Global Business Advancement (AGBA), Germany
  • Professional Bodies such as ACCA, CIMA, MMC, Institute of Certified e-Commerce Consultant, New York, etc.
  • Certified by the Worldwide Quality Assurance (WQA), UK
  • MSC status institution
  • Accepted by more than 40 partner universities worldwide

Management & Science University

University Drive, Off Persiaran Olahraga
Seksyen 13
40100, Shah Alam
Selangor
Tel: 03-5521 6868
Fax: 03-5511 2848
Email: enquiry@msu.edu.my
Website: https://www.msu.edu.my

  • Foundation in Business

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    : Internal Qualification
    : Management & Science University
    : Post-Secondary Programme (A-level / Pre-Universities)
    : SPM/O-Level/Equivalent
    : 1 Yr
    : 12765 per course
    : Malaysian Curriculum
    : Full Time
    : Yes

  • Foundation in Information Technology & Engineering

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    : Internal Qualification
    : Management & Science University
    : Post-Secondary Programme (A-level / Pre-Universities)
    : SPM/O-Level/Equivalent
    : 1 Yr
    : 12765 per course
    : Malaysian Curriculum
    : Full Time
    : Yes

  • Foundation in Law

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    : Internal Qualification
    : Management & Science University
    : Post-Secondary Programme (A-level / Pre-Universities)
    : SPM/O-Level/Equivalent
    : 1 Yr
    : 12765 per course
    : Malaysian Curriculum
    : Full Time
    : Yes

  • Foundation in Science (Biology/Health Science)

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    : Internal Qualification
    : Management & Science University
    : Post-Secondary Programme (A-level / Pre-Universities)
    : SPM/O-Level/Equivalent
    : 1 year
    : 13800 per course
    : Malaysian Curriculum
    : Full Time
    : Yes