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Global Executive Education Programmes
Executive Master in Business Administration (EMBA)
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It is imperative to develop skills and strategies to help leaders build a team capable of meeting the demands of an increasingly challenging corporate environment. The demands on today’s executive leadership and management have accelerated that we ever imagined especially in this post pandemic era. This means that present and future leaders must display C-suite readiness, shape opinion, and mobilise teams to deliver to new standards at all corporate engagements and always prepared for VUCA situation.
Understanding the landscape of today’s fast changing business environment, this EMBA programme is uniquely designed by UNIMAS Business School of Universiti Malaysia Sarawak, leading academics and industry experts to deliver a programme suitable for students to gain fundamental leadership skills alongside forward-looking opportunities. There are eight (8) taught modules, including a final project paper in the programme.
The programme provides the necessary tools to develop executive presence into meaningful influence and fast decision-making skills. Developed to craft an impactful presence through the strategic application of persuasive techniques, including personal growth, building a diverse network, and effectively communicating your vision.
In addition, students will be able to analyse rhetorical strategy towards shaping the ability to advance agendas and apply strategic consideration to networking opportunities as well as build and maintain authentic connections.
In collaboration with UNIMAS Business School, we use a blended learning methods, case studies, lecture and discussion, group work, simulation and analytical exercises.
Core Modules:
1. Leadership and Management
2. Strategic Human Resource Management
3. Corporate Finance and Accounting
4. Managing Operations and Supply Network
5. Managing Disruptive Technology and Innovations
6. Design Thinking and Creative Problem Solving
7. Marketing Strategy and Technology
8. Entrepreneurial Mindset
Compulsory Module:
Project Paper / Real Time Case Study
Assignment / Continuous Assessment : 70%
Project Paper : 30%
Registration : USD 500.00
Tuition Fees : USD 4,500.00
Convocation/Graduation Fees : USD 200.00
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A recognized Diploma / Executive Diploma with a minimum CGPA of 2.50 (or equivalent) with 5 years working experience
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A Bachelor’s degree with a minimum CGPA of 3.00 (or equivalent) with minimum 2 years working experience; OR
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APEL (A) Level 7 qualification (for candidates 30 years old and above without a Bachelor’s Degree) with minimum 5 years working experience (Subject to UNIMAS Senate Approval)
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English language requirement as per UNIMAS guidelines
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Executive Master in Retail Management & Leadership
In Collaboration with
Industry Strategic Partner
The current global geopolitical climate is still volatile especially from the impact of the current Russian-Ukraine war, and this will have ongoing implications for the retail market in Malaysia and the region. While many retail sectors are experiencing unfavorable market conditions, non-essential goods will be the most affected. many are questioning whether the momentum in retail is sustainable going forward.
Though there are some signs that are showing some improvement for the retail sector to bustling with life again. The retail sector is said to be one of the recovery plays as Malaysia transitions to the endemic phase of the coronavirus. However, one has to wonder whether the retail sector will achieve the expected recovery, given the concerning issues of rising prices, labour shortage and weaker ringgit and in some countries the retail sector is already starting to feel the strain of price pressures.
The shining stars in this retail sector leverage technology while investing in people and internal retail processes to drive competitiveness. We hope the retail industry will provide a recipe for both stability and long-term, profitable growth, while strengthening the backbone of an economic supply chain that was almost under siege by COVID-19 pandemic and now the Russia -Ukraine war.
Despite all challenges and issues, the retail is an ever-growing industry. Retail management saves time and ensures the customers easily locate their desired merchandise and return home satisfied. An effective management avoids unnecessary chaos at the store and rather increase the sales of the store.
The programme is designed for retail leaders including managers across the retail industry to develop effective strategies with advanced knowledge and skills that are needed to lead a high-performing retail business.
Participants will be able to understand the retail and e-commerce retail size for effective operations. Able to have a hands-on retail merchandising master cleaning HI and LO Theory in practice.
When dealing with vendors, necessary skills for effective vendor margins negotiations for operations and merchandising teams are further strengthen. This allows for a comprehensive understanding of retail business and able to manage effectively the retail store profit and loss account.
With the wide range of skills learned from the programme, participants will be able to position visual merchandising and floor layout to best possible way to enhance sale and increase profitability.
Blended/hybrid mode to develop and enhance managerial knowledge and skills throughout the programme. Interactive presentations, group discussions and brainstorming sessions based on case studies and work experiences will keep participants actively engaged during sharing and discourse sessions.
Continuous assessments; formative and summative in the form of discussion tasks, assignments, quizzes and presentations are utilized throughout the programme.
1.Strategic Planning and Management in Retailing
2.Retail Store Management and Operations
3.Retail Human Resource and Leadership
4.Retail Merchandising and Visual Merchandising
5.Retail Inventory Management
6.Retail Finance and Receipt Management
7.Retail Supply Chain Management and Logistics
8.Retail Customer Service and Relations
Compulsory Module: Project Paper /or Case Study
For Local Students:
Passed Bachelor/Executive Bachelor/Professional Bachelor in related field OR Other academic qualifications with at least 4 years working experience depending on UNIMAS Senate approval OR Passed Accreditation of Prior Experiential Learning (APEL.A)
For International Students:
Passed Bachelor/Executive Bachelor/Professional Bachelor in related field OR Other academic qualifications with at least 4 years working experience depending on UNIMAS Senate approval OR Passed Accreditation of Prior Experiential Learning, APEL.A or equivalent
Programme Fee
RM 19,500.00
Registration Fee
RM 500
Graduation Ceremony
RM 400.00
Executive Master in Software Testing Meta Automation
In Collaboration with
Industry Strategic Partner
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Testenium is a next generation Meta-computing platform which disrupts over $500 billion worth of manual tasks such as installing software and writing code. Also it does not need high spec computers as the user can use even handheld devices to perform the tasks. TESTENIUM runs on cloud to create every users project instead of creating on the client computers and generating code for any kind of tasks, which reduces hardware, software and programmers cost heavily.
60-80% of Al projects are failing according to different news sources, analysts, experts, and pundits. There were a lot of failed Al projects. A Pactera study established that 85% of all Al projects end up not meeting objectives.
An Al project failure cost US$62 million, which was spent by IBM to develop an Al system to aid in the battle against cancer. Al is very costly and risky
Meta-computing is a concept of 'computing to compute' rather than prediction. This means a meta-computing engine is programmed to generate code and execute without 'Machine Learning'. Once an engine has been programmed to generate code for a specific task, it will generate the code always 100% accurate for any set of data, execute and produce accurate results.
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Microsoft Playwright & Robot Framework
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FULL-CODE Automation without installing any tools or writing code.
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Implements BDD methods 100% - Fully automated test without coding.
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Collaborative working environment and Version Control.
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Built-in Page Object Builder & Test Management.
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Serial Testing & AMPT (Accelerated Massive Parallel Testing).
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Dashboard for comparison of test builds.
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Comprehensive Reports (Video, Screenshots, PDF).
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Creates Searchable Encrypted Database.
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Application within Seconds using TAMIL (Testenium Application Modelling & Interface Language )
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Supports LOAD & Performance Testing with million Virtual Users & gets Blazemeter and JMeter Report.
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SECURITY Testing and CODE COVERAGE without installing tools or configuration.
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Virtual Authentication Token on the Server for API Testing.
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CODE and DATA are encrypted on the Cloud using Virtual Encryption Key automatically.
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Simple REGRESSION TEST creation and execution NOT vulnerable to SSH port 22 Brute-force attacks.
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Supports Online Databases.
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Compares 2 Excel files within a SECOND.
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Tests Blockchain Smart Contracts without writing test code.
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Automatic Blockchain Code Coverage
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User can download the secure encrypted automation scripts for backup.
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Automate RPA without any tool.
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Blended/hybrid mode to develop and enhance managerial knowledge and skills throughout the programme. Interactive presentations, group discussions and brainstorming sessions based on case studies and work experiences will keep participants actively engaged during sharing and discourse sessions.
Continuous assessments; formative and summative in the form of discussion tasks, assignments, quizzes and presentations are utilized throughout the programme.
Arasaratnam Arasilango has over 38 years of experience in Information Technology and holds a Doctorate in Artificial Intelligence. He is the founder and CEO of Testenium Limited, UK, where he developed the first Meta-computing platform for Software Testing Meta-Automation and virtual encryption. Additionally, he serves as a director of Westminster College, UK, and has previously served as a director for CBIT Certification. During 2006 - 2007, CBIT Certification established a partnership with Syracuse University and Bridgeport University in the USA. In this capacity, Dr. Arasilango was responsible for overseeing the successful implementation of technology training programs tailored specifically for the UK operation. Furthermore, he is a member of the International Society of Business Leaders, USA.
Dr Aras Arasilango BSc (Hons),PhD, MISoBL
Director / CEO
Testenium Limited London
MODULE 1: Meta-Computing
MODULE 2: Meta-programming and Meta-automation
MODULE 3: Cloud Computing for Meta-automation
MODULE 4: Virtual Encryption and Meta-automation
MODULE 5: Testenium Meta-automation platform and Features
MODULE 6: Software Testing in Meta-automation
MODULE 7: Functional and Non-functional testing in Testenium
MODULE 8: Meta-Automation Testing Case Study
MODULE 9: Project Paper
For Local Students:
Passed Bachelor/Executive Bachelor/Professional Bachelor in related field OR Other academic qualifications with at least 4 years working experience depending on UNIMAS Senate approval OR Passed Accreditation of Prior Experiential Learning (APEL.A)
For International Students:
Passed Bachelor/Executive Bachelor/Professional Bachelor in related field OR Other academic qualifications with at least 4 years working experience depending on UNIMAS Senate approval OR Passed Accreditation of Prior Experiential Learning, APEL.A or equivalent
Programme Fee
RM 12,000.00 / USD 3,000.00
Registration Fee
RM 500 / USD 150.00
Graduation Ceremony
RM 400.00 / USD 100.00
Executive Master in Multimedia Design
This Executive Master programme in Multimedia Design is designed to provide the best expertise in both academia research and best Industry practice with which to gain the skills needed now in the rapidly growing multimedia sector. There is a strong growing demand for emerging professional with expertise integrated manner of Multimedia with specialisation in visual communication, digital media production, web technologies, computer animation and human-computer interaction.
A programme designed by practitioners and industry experts for learners who are currently in the multimedia industry. Thoughtfully selected eight (8) modules developed with most robust and industry relevant curriculum to give our learners an extra edge in embracing new forms of communication art enabled by computing technologies. It is also to further enhance the interaction between user and product to ensure the consumers and products features are well integrated with the technology used.
This programme will allow our learners to develop a portfolio of ideas for entering and challenging the graphic design industry with confidence and explore extensive multimedia business opportunities. The Multimedia Design industry provides a far-reaching business opportunities in an exciting an rapidly expanding area of creative multimedia industries including virtual reality and graphic designs specialists.
In collaboration with UNIMAS Business School, Faculty of Computer Science and Information Technology, Practitioners and Industry Subject Matter Experts (SMEs), we use a blended learning method, case studies, lecture and discussion, group work, simulation and analytical exercises to deliver the programme.
This executive master programme offer our learners the opportunity to explore an extensive multimedia education in tandem with industry development. Some of the highlights of its objectives are as follows:
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To integrate the theoretical, creative, conceptual, and technical aspects of design and development with modern technology.
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To develop a range of interactive media production skills, including design, motion graphics, web development, video and sound editing, prototyping, graphic production, and interactive design.
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To enhance new business development opportunities through extensive interdisciplinary subject matters with our industry experts.
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To explore global insights of theMultimedia Design industry via group discussions and case studies.
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10-12 months
1.Strategic Management
2.Technology Management
3.Visual Effects, Advertising and Media Arts Designs
4.Integrated Marketing Communication
5.Animation Entrepreneurship and Business
6.Digital Marketing
7.Virtual Reality Technology
8.Multimodal Interactive Designs
Compulsory Module: Project Paper/or Case Study
Assignment / Continuous Assessment : 70%
Project Paper : 30%
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A recognized Diploma / Executive Diploma with a minimum CGPA of 2.50 (or equivalent) with 5 years of work experience
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A Bachelor’s degree with a minimum CGPA of 3.00 (or equivalent) with minimum 2 years of work experience; OR
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APEL (A) Level 7 qualification (for candidates 30 years old and above without a Bachelor’s Degree) with minimum 5 years working experience (Subject to UBS-UNIMAS Management Approval)
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English Language requirements as per UNIMAS guideline.
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Registration : USD 150.00
Tuition Fees : USD 3,500.00
Convocation/Graduation Fees : USD 120.00
Executive Master in Security Management & Leadership
In Collaboration with
Industry Strategic Partner
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Our Executive Master programme in Security Management and Leadership is designed for all security personal who are currently in service and planning to move up in their career ladder. The programme will equip our students with advanced knowledge and skills with IT that they need to plan, implement, and evaluate security procedures within the dynamic field of security and enforcement management. Students will also learn investigation techniques and crime scene investigations using some latest techniques and tools. Students will also be exposed to managerial expertise for a top security firm that is very relevant to the rapidly changing business landscape and industry needs.
Though there are some signs that are showing some improvement for the retail sector to bustling with life again. The retail sector is said to be one of the recovery plays as Malaysia transitions to the endemic phase of the coronavirus. However, one has to wonder whether the retail sector will achieve the expected recovery, given the concerning issues of rising prices, labour shortage and weaker ringgit and in some countries the retail sector is already starting to feel the strain of price pressures.
The shining stars in this retail sector leverage technology while investing in people and internal retail processes to drive competitiveness. We hope the retail industry will provide a recipe for both stability and long-term, profitable growth, while strengthening the backbone of an economic supply chain that was almost under siege by COVID-19 pandemic and now the Russia -Ukraine war.
Despite all challenges and issues, the retail is an ever-growing industry. Retail management saves time and ensures the customers easily locate their desired merchandise and return home satisfied. An effective management avoids unnecessary chaos at the store and rather increase the sales of the store.
Core Modules:
1.Principles of Security Management & Security Services Industry
2.Strategic Management and Leadership
3.Cybersecurity and Technology
4.Traditional and Non-Traditional Security
5.Security Risk Management
6.Business Security Management
7.Crime Scene Investigation
8.Crisis Management
Additional Top-Up Module:
Project Paper / Real Time Case Study
Blended/hybrid mode to develop and enhance managerial knowledge and skills throughout the programme. Interactive presentations, group discussions and brainstorming sessions based on case studies and work experiences will keep participants actively engaged during sharing and discourse sessions.
Continuous assessments; formative and summative in the form of discussion tasks, assignments, quizzes and presentations are utilized throughout the programme.
For Local Students:
Passed Bachelor/Executive Bachelor/Professional Bachelor in related field OR Other academic qualifications with at least 4 years working experience depending on UNIMAS Senate approval OR Passed Accreditation of Prior Experiential Learning (APEL.A)
For International Students:
Passed Bachelor/Executive Bachelor/Professional Bachelor in related field OR Other academic qualifications with at least 4 years working experience depending on UNIMAS Senate approval OR Passed Accreditation of Prior Experiential Learning, APEL.A or equivalent
Programme Fee
RM 16,000.00 / USD 3,500.00
Registration Fee
RM 500 / USD 150.00
Graduation Ceremony
RM 400.00 / USD 100.00
Executive Master in
Project Management
and Leadership
The Executive Master in Project Management and Leadership is specially designed to help students navigate the dynamics of managing large and time-bound projects with STEM as its backdrop. STEM stands for Science, Technology, Engineering, and Management. Hence, the programme offers interdisciplinary lessons and exposure to the students.Students will be exposed to an extensive curriculum designed to help them gain a comprehensive understanding of project management to become an effective project manager. Some of the areas are organisation design, data management, cost management, logistics, risk analysis, and quality assurance.
Upon completion, students will become a much better leaders, resource planners, and smart managers while assisting them prepare for a more integrated and competitive world ahead.
Students will get confidence to take up different project management roles in several industries. These include healthcare, construction, engineering, technology, and others. The programme also teaches high-demand skills in this industry and caters to future requirements as well.
In total there are eight (8) modules including a final project paper or a case study in this programme. The Executive Master in Project Management and Leadership is special because the programme is meant for learners coming from almost all industries and they will be able to work across multiple industries reflecting current research trends and best practice in the industry.
In collaboration with UNIMAS Business School and Industry Subject Matter Experts (SMEs), we use a blended learning method, case studies, lecture and discussion, group work, simulation and analytical exercises to deliver the programme.
Our learners will be better equip to organise and manage both people and resources in order to meet targets, optimise efficiency, guarantee quality of work and implement time management and productivity systems. They will truly understand key project management themes, including people and business management and budgets; and applying these skills at workplace effectively.
They will also explore new developments in technologies that promote digital Project Management and working remotely along with developments in AI, Automation and latest in the Manufacturing sectors. They will develop skills required for successful and agile project management.
This programme also further develops a series of secondary skills that are in high demand in practically every industry. These essential skills include: Inter-personal communication skills, critical thinking, problem solving, ICT with critical thinking
Core Modules:
1. Foundations of Project Management
2. Agile Project Management
3. Strategic Management
4. Leadership and Team Management
5. Project Planning and Scheduling
6. Risk Management
7. Cost Management
8. Quality Management
9. Procurement and Contract Management
Additional Top-Up Module:
Project Paper / Real Time Case Study
12 months
Class room lecturers, discussions, project simulations and cased studies
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A recognized Diploma / Executive Diploma with a minimum CGPA of 2.50 (or equivalent) with 5 years working experience
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A Bachelor’s degree with a minimum CGPA of 3.00 (or equivalent) with minimum 2 years working experience; OR
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APEL (A) Level 7 qualification (for candidates 30 years old and above without a Bachelor’s Degree) with minimum 5 years working experience (Subject to UNIMAS Senate Approval)
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English language requirement as per UNIMAS guidelines
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Registration : USD 500.00
Tuition Fees : USD 4,500.00
PMP Exam and Membership : ·USD 600.00
Convocation/Graduation Fees : USD 200.00
Executive Master in
Plantation Management
and Leadership
Executive Master in Plantation Management is a professional executive postgraduate programme designed especially for working adults to equip them with the essential knowledge and skills to enhance their productivity and efficiency at work place. Plantation Industry experts with wealth of work experience have been invited to design and deliver this programme
The programme is ideal for senior plantation managers, researchers, lawyers, and accountants and entrepreneurs who are already involved in managing plantations and are keen to improve their knowledge and skills in plantation management.
MODULE 1: Corporate Strategies
MODULE 2: Marketing Strategy and Technology
MODULE 3: Corporate Finance Management
MODULE 4: Climate Change, Environment and ESG Compliance
MODULE 5: Integrated Pest & Disease Management
MODULE 6: Plantation Operation Management
MODULE 7: Plantation Mechanization & Engineering Best Practices
MODULE 8: Estate & Land Management
MODULE 9: Oil Palm Mills & Technology
MODULE 10: Plantation Occupational Health, Safety and Environment
MODULE 11: Capstone Work Based Project
The programme is structured such that the students enrolled in the programme can continue working as the programmes are delivered on weekends and certain topics delivered on online mode delivery.
12 months
There are in total 10 taught modules and one final capstone work based project paper. The programme will be completed in 12 months. There is no written examination but each module requires students to submit an assignment and a final module on a capstone project.
For Local Students:
Passed Bachelor/Executive Bachelor/Professional Bachelor in related field OR Other academic qualifications with at least 4 years working experience depending on UNIMAS Senate approval OR Passed Accreditation of Prior Experiential Learning (APEL.A)
For International Students:
Passed Bachelor/Executive Bachelor/Professional Bachelor in related field OR Other academic qualifications with at least 4 years working experience depending on UNIMAS Senate approval OR Passed Accreditation of Prior Experiential Learning, APEL.A or equivalent
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