The programme provides students with the knowledge and skills to conduct quality research in various aspects of Information Management. Research methodology and thesis writing courses are also provided to assist students in their research work. At the end of the programme, students are required to produce a thesis on a topic of their choice, related to the fields of Information Management, Library Management, Knowledge Management or Records Management.
Mode and Duration
Full-time: 1.5 years (3 semesters) minimum to 3 years (6 semesters) maximum
Part-time: 1.5 years (3 semesters) minimum to 4 years (8 semesters) maximum
Entry Requirements
A Bachelor’s (Honours) degree in a related field of study from UiTM and other institution of higher learning, local or abroad, recognized by the UiTM Senate with a minimum CGPA of 2.75 OR
A Bachelor’s (Honours) degree in a related field of study from other institution of higher learning, local or abroad, recognized by the UiTM Senate with a minimum of CGPA of 2.50 AND at least 5 years of related working experience OR
Other qualifications equivalent to a Bachelor’s (Honours) degree in any relevant fields and recognized by the UiTM Senate will be considered for admission.
Candidates applying for admission to the Masters program by research are required to submit a research proposal in any of the above areas.
Candidates are also required to attend an interview.
Candidates must have strong English language proficiency according to the requirement of the University.
Programme’s Structure
Candidates pursuing the Master programs by research will be supervised by supervisors appointed by the Institute of Graduate Studies (IPSIS). However, candidates are required to pursue pre-requisite courses before undertaking their research, namely: Foundation of Information Management, Research Methodology, Thesis Writing and Presentation Skills.
Further information, please contact:
Further enquiries, please contact:
Programme Coordinator (Research)
Dr Norshila Shaifuddin | This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
Tel: +603-79622122/2138
Fax: +603-79622007
Faculty Website: http://fim.uitm.edu.my
Online admission: http://ipsis.uitm.edu.my