International HE Partner of the Year

Universiti Malaya-Wales (UM-Wales), established in 2013 through a partnership between Universiti Malaya and the University of Wales, is a global institution built on over 200 years of shared academic heritage. Rebranded in 2024 to reflect this collaboration, UM-Wales offers an inclusive, international learning environment with students and alumni from over 48 countries.

UM-Wales delivers industry-driven foundation, undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral programmes, many through Dual Award arrangements with the University of Wales Trinity Saint David. All programmes are MQA-approved and combine academic rigour with practical learning, ensuring graduates gain internationally recognised qualifications, strong employability skills, and the global outlook needed to succeed in a rapidly evolving workforce.

IPK College is a forward-looking higher education institution based in Bukit Mertajam, Penang, Malaysia, committed to delivering transformative, industry-aligned education. It offers programmes from Certificate to Degree level across Business, Technology, and Hospitality, with disciplines including Accounting and Finance, Business, Computing, Engineering, and Hospitality Management, all designed to equip students with practical skills and professional confidence.

Recognised with a MyQuest 6-Star Rating by the Ministry of Higher Education Malaysia, IPK College has received numerous national and international awards for excellence, innovation, sustainability, and community engagement. With a strong focus on outcome-based education, experiential learning, and industry collaboration, IPK College prepares capable, ethical, and future-ready graduates while remaining deeply committed to social responsibility and continuous improvement.

The Department of Postgraduate and Professional Studies (DPPS) at the Faculty of Business and Management (FBM), Universiti Teknologi MARA (UiTM) is based in Shah Alam, Selangor, Malaysia. It is a dynamic academic unit dedicated to advancing postgraduate education and lifelong professional development in the fields of business and management. Established as a strategic centre of excellence within one of Malaysia’s largest public universities, DPPS plays a pivotal role in shaping the next generation of industry leaders, researchers, and business professionals.

DPPS FBM offers a comprehensive suite of postgraduate academic programmes, including both coursework and research degrees. Its coursework offerings include specialised master’s programmes such as Master of Human Resource Management, Master of Applied Entrepreneurship, Master of Business Economics, Master in Office Systems Management, and Master in Service Management. These programmes are all designed to equip graduates with advanced competencies aligned with current business challenges and organisational needs.

On the research front, the department provides rigorous research pathways including the Master of Science (Business Management) and Doctor of Philosophy (Business Management), as well as doctoral study in Office System Management. These programmes foster intellectual inquiry, critical thinking, and scholarly innovation, preparing graduates for careers in academia, high-level consultancy, or enterprise leadership.

Beyond academic degrees, DPPS FBM also champions professional development through a range of professional programmes and industry-linked initiatives, including internationally recognised credentials and executive education. These programmes are aimed at upskilling managers and practitioners in an increasingly complex global business landscape. Underpinned by UiTM’s commitment to academic excellence, research impact and sustainable business practices, DPPS FBM harnesses a team of experienced educators, researchers and industry partners to cultivate a vibrant learning environment. Its holistic approach integrates scholarly rigour with practical relevance, enabling postgraduate scholars to contribute meaningfully to knowledge creation, organisational innovation, and societal advancement. As part of UiTM, a flagship Malaysian public university dedicated to transformative education and national development, the Faculty of Business and Management continues to evolve its portfolio to meet emerging trends in business, technology and global leadership.