Universiti Tun Abdul Razak (UNIRAZAK), through its Graduate School of Business, offers the best management and business doctorate level programmes for your industry and your career. This is in line with UNIRAZAK's position as a Ministry of Higher Education's SETARA 5 Star University 2018/2019, the Entrepreneurial Private University of the Year * and Graduate Business School position as Asia's Best B-School **.UNIRAZAK is wholly-owned by Yayasan Pelaburan Bumiputra, which also owns Permodalan Nasional Berhad (PNB).

* Awarded by Ministry of Higher Education, Malaysia 2015

** Awarded by CMO Asia 2011

The UNIRAZAK Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) program is meticulously designed to cater to the needs of working professionals with extensive industry experience. Our aim is to cultivate graduates into adept researchers and scholars, equipped with the ability to generate critical, creative, and original research ideas. Through rigorous academic training, participants will refine their skills in formulating theoretical propositions for extensive academic research in the field of business and management.

We recognize the invaluable perspective that comes from real-world experience, and we strive to leverage this expertise to make significant contributions to academia, industry, and society. Moreover, obtaining a PhD will not only enhance the academic credentials of the graduate but also significantly elevate their career trajectory. By delving deep into research and scholarship, graduates will gain a comprehensive understanding of complex business and management concepts, enabling them to tackle challenges with a higher level of proficiency.

Additionally, the research skills honed during the PhD program will equip graduates with the ability to critically analyze data, formulate evidence-based strategies, and drive innovation within their respective industries. This combination of academic rigor and practical application will undoubtedly position graduates as leaders and experts in their fields, opening doors to advanced career opportunities, leadership roles, and greater influence in shaping the future of their industries.

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Learning Outcomes

At the end of the programme, you will be:

• able to pursue research which advances knowledge and discipline with relevant research skills;
• equiped with various research methods and forms of enquiry to explore the frontiers of knowledge in the field of business and management research;
• able to articulate and communicate research findings in both oral presentations and reports

Research Area: 

• Business
• Management
• Marketing/Branding/Consumer Behaviour
• Human Resource Management
• Corporate Governance
• Artificial Intelligence/Machine Learning/AI Decision Making
• Renewable Energy
• Accounting/Finance/Investment/Taxation
• Banking/Islamic Banking
• Social Innovation/Innovation Management
• Data Science/Data Analytics
• Social Entrepreneruship/Entrepreneurship
• Industrial and Organisational Psychology
• Educational Management
• Any other emerging business disciplines

Programme Structure  

The program is divided into two parts as follows:

PART 1: Taught Courses:

• Research Data Analysis
• Research Methodology
• Research Seminar

PART 2: Thesis

Entry Requirement 

• A Master’s degree from Universiti Tun Abdul Razak or its equivalent from an institution of higher learning recognized by the Malaysian Government or any other equivalent qualification recognized by the University Senate.
• OR, those above 35 years of age with at least a Bachelor’s degree or equivalent qualifications (or those with higher qualifications, e.g., Postgraduate Certificate, Postgraduate Diploma) may apply through MQA Accreditation of Prior Experience and Learning (APEL) A Level 8.

Quick Facts on PhD@UNIRAZAK

• Level: MQF Level 8 Doctorate
• Accreditation: Malaysian Qualification Agency (MQA) A8365 and recognition from Jabatan Perkhidmatan Awam (JPA)
• Duration of Learning: 3 years minimum
• Number of Semesters: 9 Semesters
• Number of Modules: 3 Modules and one Thesis
• Mode: Distance, online learning

A programme by a prestigious award-winning university; learning online via distance learning mode

Among the accomplishments of the UNIRAZAK:

• Export Outstanding Achievement Award (Islamic banking and financial services) of the Year 2015
• 4 Star Rating Malaysia Research Assessment (MyRA) for the year 2014 - 2015.
• Entrepreneurial Private University of the Year 2015
• 2012 Brand Laureate Awards: Best Brands in Education - Tertiary and Best Brands in Brand Management
• 'Quality College and University' from the 2nd International Standard Quality Award 2012
• Putra Brand Awards 2011 (Education and Learning) category
• Asia's Best B-School Award 2011 (from CMO Asia)
• SME Award 2011 Country Friend (from SME Recognition Awards 2011)

Among the accomplishments of the UNIRAZAK:

• Export Outstanding Achievement Award (Islamic banking and financial services) of the Year 2015
• 4 Star Rating Malaysia Research Assessment (MyRA) for the year 2014 - 2015.
• Entrepreneurial Private University of the Year 2015
• 2012 Brand Laureate Awards: Best Brands in Education - Tertiary and Best Brands in Brand Management
• 'Quality College and University' from the 2nd International Standard Quality Award 2012
• Putra Brand Awards 2011 (Education and Learning) category
• Asia's Best B-School Award 2011 (from CMO Asia)
• SME Award 2011 Country Friend (from SME Recognition Awards 2011)

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