Postgraduate

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Master of Management

Offered By: Open University Malaysia (OUM)

Programme Synopsis
The objectives of the Master of Management programme are to:

• Enhance and develop learner’s ability to manage organisations successfully.
• Develop learner’s potential to integrate managerial knowledge and skills with the needs of organisations.
• Develop learner’s analytical and decision-making skills to enhance professional development.

In the highly competitive business environment, business organisations need people with managerial talents and skills to better
manage their organisations more efficiently and effectively. Managerial competencies are prerequisites of successful and excellent organisations in today’s knowledge based economy.

Programme Structure
Degree by Coursework (Structure III)

Entry Requirements
• Bachelor’s degree with honours or its equivalent in any field of study
• Work experience is an added advantage

OPEN ENTRY REQUIREMENTS FOR MASTER’S PROGRAMMES
To be considered under Open Entry, applicants must meet the following requirements:

• Be at least 35 years old on 1st of January (applied year) AND possess STPM (minimum 1 principle) OR a recognised diploma or
  equivalent, AND
• Possess prior learning experience and / or knowledge relevant to the programme applied for
• Not applicable for research-based master’s programmes.

DURATION OF STUDY
A master’s degree programme can be completed within a minimum period of two years.

Extension
Learners who are not able to complete their studies within the stipulated maximum period under the doctoral degree programme
may apply for an extension of not more than three semesters or one academic year by making a written application to the Director for approval. The application must be made three months before the end of the duration of study.

Failure to complete a programme within the stipulated duration may result in the termination of candidature.