PhD In Business and Management

PhD In Business and Management

(By Research)

Accreditation: (N/0414/8/0004) (06/29) (MQA/PA 15444)

Advanced training to develop innovative research in all areas of business and management. The academic environments enable graduates to contribute to the real communities and industries.

Programme Educational Objectives (PEO)                  

(PEO1)                  
Demonstrate the creation and the interpretation of knew knowledge through original and rigorous research in specialised business and management fields

(PEO2)                  
Develop the ability that can contribute to developing and understanding the chosen business and management areas

(PEO3)                  
Conceptualise, design and implement research independently and responsibly to address complex business and management problems

(PEO4)                  
Adopt appropriate methods / techniques for research and academic enquiry

(PEO5)                  
Demonstrate collaborative and interpersonal communication skills

(PEO6)                  
Commit and seek learning for continuous development.

Programme Learning Outcomes                  

(Knowledge and Understanding – MQF Domain 1)                  
Critique theories and concepts in business & management to advance the frontiers of knowledge through research

(Cognitive Skills – MQF Domain 2)                  
Resolve complex problems and contemporary issues by providing novel solutions and new practices in business and management organizations through research

(Practical Skills – MQF Domain 3A & Ethics & Professionalism – MQF Domain 5)                  
Demonstrate the ability to carry out specialised and original research independently and ethically to resolve complex contemporary business and management issue

(Interpersonal Skills – MQF Domain 3B & Communication Skills – MQF Domain 3C)                  
Display mastery written and oral communication and collaborative skill with diverse stake holder in business and management

(Digital Skills – MQF Domain 3D)                  
Adapt a broader range of suitable digital application and analytical techniques for business and management research

(Numeracy Skills – MQF Domain 3E)                  
Evaluate numerical, qualitative and graphical data to resolve complex problem and contemporary issues in business and management research

(Leadership, Autonomy & Responsibility – MQF Domain 3F & Ethics & Professionalism – MQF Domain 5)                  
Display professionalism and responsibility in managing own business and management research.

(Personal & Entrepreneurial Skills – MQF Domain 4)                  
Display self-continuous improvement for professional development and demonstrate entrepreneurship skills in the business and management research.

First semester:

Compulsory Courses

  • Academic Writing and Seminar (UMU1013)
  • Research Methodology (UMU1023)
  • Bahasa Melayu Komunikasi 1 (UMU1033) (Non-Malaysian student only)
  • Contemporary Issues in Business and Management (BMF1113)

Thesis Writing (Stage 1)

  • Research proposal writing

 

Second semester:

Thesis Writing (Stage 2)

  • Completing research proposal
  • Research proposal should be approved maximum in one year.

 

Third – Sixth semester:

Thesis writing (Stage 3 - Stage 6)

  • Viva-Voce of thesis defend examined by internal and external examiners.
  • Prior to Viva Voce, at least two publications in SCOPUS indexed journal or conference proceedings.
 
Programme Duration (Full Time)
  • 3 years (6 semesters)

     

Entry Requirements

  1. A Master’s degree (Level 7, MQF) in related fields as accepted by the Senate; OR
  2. A Master’s degree (Level 7, MQF) in non-related fields as accepted by the Senate, subject to having relevant working experience* and rigorous internal assessment**; OR
  3. A Master’s degree (Level 7, MQF) in non-related fields as accepted by the Senate and without relevant working experience, subject to passing pre-requisite courses***; OR
  4. Other qualifications equivalent to a Master’s degree (Level 7, MQF) recognised by the Malaysian Government.
  5. The University can take excellent Bachelor’s Degree (Level 6, MQF) graduates for direct admission to Doctoral Degree by Research (Level 8, MQF) programme with the following conditions:                
     
    1. Students have first class Bachelor’s degree or equivalent qualification; or 
    2. Students have obtained CGPA of at least 3.67 or equivalent from either an academic or Technical and
    3.  Vocational Education and Training (TVET) programme; and 
    4. Evaluated through rigorous internal assessment by the HEP; and 
    5. Approved by the Senate and accepted as a candidate for the Doctoral Degree (Level 8, MQF) programme. Students must demonstrate appropriate progress during the candidature period.

Note:               
* Experience can be cumulative experience even before acquiring required qualification for a particular level of study. However, the experience must be relevant to the level of study as well as the content.               
*** The pre-requisite courses must equip the students with necessary business knowledge (managing people, managing financial resources, understanding customers, understanding environments and strategic planning) of one level lower than the programme level.               
** Rigorous assessment to evaluate the suitability of an applicant for a programme through statement of purpose, interview and other methods may cover the following criteria: 

  1. Demonstration of strong business experience, and that you have held significant managerial responsibilities. 
  2. Evidence of any achievements in your professional life, for example, consistently performing at a high level, consistent career progression and any impact that you have had on your organisation. 
  3. Professional skills that you have developed, for example, team work, leadership, problem-solving, negotiating and analytical skills. 
  4. How you will contribute to your class and what experiences you can bring to the institution. (Lancaster University, 2021)


English Requirement

Achieve a minimum Band 4 in Malaysian University English Test (MUET) OR any equivalent to Common European Framework of Reference for Languages, CEFR (B2)

MYR 3,625/ Semester               
(Local Students)

MYR 5,125/ Semester               
(International Students)

Excluding immigration fees, insurance and dormitory.

Note: 

  1. Student pass fees for international students are subjected to a determination under the Malaysian Immigration Department.
  2. Student insurance fees are subjected to the statutory provisions of the University and local authorities.
  3. Student accommodation fees are determined by university rules and are available upon request.

Rushami Zien Yusoff

Professor

Education 

Doctor of Philosophy (PhD), Management Marketing, University of Bradford, 1992, United Kingdom. 

MBA, Business Administration, Western Illinois University, 1985, United States. 

BBA, Business Administration, Western Illinois University, 1984, United States. 

Email

rushami@umam.edu.my

Current PhD Research Students

Muhamad Rifandi (p1240002) - The Relationships between Fraud Prevention and Accounting Regulation Compliance, Internal Control, Leadership Styles and Whistleblowing System. The mediating effect of fraud awareness and moderated by Islamic ethic

Lorine Kalista Noor (P1240004) - The study on the impact of Islamic Attributes, subjective norms and perceived Behavioral control on Revisit Intention. The mediating effect of satisfaction

Asyidatur Rosmaniar (P1240005) - The relationships between Muslim consumers' purchase intention and religiosity, awareness and brand trust. The mediating effect of attitude and the moderating effect of country of origin.

Ermi Utami (P1240032) - Relationship Between Total Quality Management in the Context Islamic Perspective and Organizational Performance in Higher Education with Organizational Culture as a Mediating Variable

Maman Faturohman (P1240023) - Technopreneur Leadership Style and Communication Study on Performance; Work Motivation as a Mediation Variable

Rafiuddin (P1240024) - The mediating effect of Motivation on the relationship between digital literacy, professional competence and work-life balance on lecture performance

Dewi Sartika (P1240033) - Relative Advantage, Compatibility, Organizational Readiness, Competitive Pressure and Government Support as Key Factors of SMEs Performance Mediated Digital Technology Adoption.

Hario Tamtomo (P1240026) - Exploring the Impact of Green Human Resource Management (GHRM), Entrepreneurial Competencies, and Digital Transformation on Sustainable Performance in Indonesia Ecotourism: The Mediating Role of Green Innovation

Edy Purwanto (P1240003) - Spiritual leadership efforts to improve employee performance through workplace spirituality, work behavior innovation and employee morality spirituality

 


Rai Rake Setyawan

Senior Lecturer

Education 

Doctor of Philosophy (PhD), Management, University of Nueva Caceres, 2017, The Philippines. 

M.S.A., Management, The University Of Notre Dame, 2002, Australia. 

S.E., Economy Development, Universitas Lampung, 1990, Indonesia. 

Email

rai.setyawan@umam.edu.my

 


Rohana Husin

Senior Lecturer

Education 

Doctor of Philosophy, Business and Management, Universiti Utara Malaysia, 2019, Malaysia.

Master Of Science (Information Technology), Information Technology, Universiti Utara Malaysia, 2004, Malaysia.

Bachelor of Information Technology, Management Information System, Universiti Malaysia Sarawak, 1999, Malaysia.

Email

rohanahusin@umam.edu.my

Course Duration
3 Years
Last Date for Apply (Intake September)
21 Aug 2024