Master of Information Technology
This programme is carried out to prepare the workforce by strengthening the managerial skills and competencies in computerised technical know-how, improving managerial capability in handling information management in business organisations, producing knowledge workers who will be the future leaders in the nation’s progress and enhancing analytical skills and problem-solving capability in handling current issues in computer related management. The courses offered in this programme will be expected to produce graduates, whom are knowledgeable in the field of technology as well as sensitive to new ideas and environment, social issues and human values.
Through this programme, Open University Malaysia (OUM) is able to contribute meaningfully towards professional workforce, especially in the number of qualified Master of Information Technology graduates. This programme will also be able to add to the need of the workforce that is very necessary now and in time to come, such as Network Solutions Manager / Engineer, Wireless Broadband Engineer, Architect / Developer IT Network Applications, Telecommunications Software Developer, Data Networking Expert.
Electives:
• Knowledge Management
• Web Design and Technologies
• Change Management
• Advanced Computer Networks
• Network Security
• Web Server
• Data Analytics
• Artificial Intelligence
• Machine Learning "
ii. A Bachelor’s Degree or its equivalent, with a minimum CGPA of 2.50 and not meeting CGPA of 2.75, can be accepted subject to rigorous internal assessment process; OR
iii. A Bachelor’s Degree or its equivalent, with CGPA less than 2.50, with a minimum of 5 years working experience in a relevant field may be accepted.
For candidates without Computing Degree, prerequisite modules in computing must be offered to adequately prepare them for their advanced study.
• The candidate should be more than 30 years of age in the year of application; AND
• Relevant work experience / prior experiential learning; AND
• Pass the APEL Assessment (Aptitude Test, Portfolio & Interview) conducted by OUM; AND
• Possess the following qualification:
- STPM / Recognised Diploma; Or
- Matriculation / Foundation (credit score 50-52 credits; GPA grade 2.00 and above; minimum study period of one year); Or
- A-Level (minimum of 3 courses; minimum grade E;duration of study at least 18 months); Or
- International Baccalaureate Diploma (minimum of 6 courses and 3 required elements; minimum grade of 24 points and above; duration of study at least 2 years).
