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# Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Management

**Source**: https://www.utp.edu.my/Pages/Admission/Postgraduate/PhD/PhD-in-Management.aspx
**Parent**: https://www.utp.edu.my/Pages/Students/Prospective%20Files/Programme-Offered.aspx

## Postgraduate - Local

- [Entry Requirements](https://www.utp.edu.my/Pages/Admission/Postgraduate/Local-Applicants/Entry-Requirement.aspx)
- [FAQ](https://www.utp.edu.my/Pages/Admission/Postgraduate/Local-Applicants/FAQ.aspx)
- [How to Apply](https://www.utp.edu.my/Pages/Admission/Postgraduate/Local-Applicants/How-To-Apply.aspx)
- [Tuition Fees](https://www.utp.edu.my/Pages/Admission/Postgraduate/Local-Applicants/Tuition-fees.aspx)

## Postgraduate - International

- [Entry Requirement](https://www.utp.edu.my/Pages/Admission/Postgraduate/International-Applicants/Entry-Requirement.aspx)
- [How to Apply](https://www.utp.edu.my/Pages/Admission/Postgraduate/International-Applicants/How-To-Apply.aspx)
- [Tuition Fees](https://www.utp.edu.my/Pages/Admission/Postgraduate/International-Applicants/Tuition-fees.aspx)

## Postgraduate

- [Master by Coursework](https://www.utp.edu.my/Pages/Admission/Postgraduate/Master-by-Coursework.aspx)
- [Master by Research](https://www.utp.edu.my/Pages/Admission/Postgraduate/Master-by-Research.aspx)
- [PhD](https://www.utp.edu.my/Pages/Admission/Postgraduate/PhD.aspx)

## Admission

- [Foundation](https://www.utp.edu.my/Pages/Admission/Home/Foundation.aspx)
- [Undergraduate](https://www.utp.edu.my/Pages/Admission/Home/Undergraduate.aspx)
- [Postgraduate](https://www.utp.edu.my/Pages/Admission/Home/Postgraduate.aspx)

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Doctor of Philosophy in Management

# Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Management

​R2/345/8/0243 (09/29) ​MQA/FA2161

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​​**​Introduction**

Make that leap from graduate to professional manager with the fundamental knowledge needed for a management career or expound on research that will have a deep impact on business and management.\

## Programme Objectives

- Experts who are able to practice the knowledge acquired, conduct independent research and generate innovative and creative s​​olution for research and scholarly activities in Management related fields.
- Experts who promotes lifelong learning and are able to contribute to knowledge creation, innovation and creative solutions for the well-being and betterment of societies.​\

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## Programme Outcomes

- Recognise and validate problems using qualitative and/or quantitative research tools.
- Critically evaluate literature and relate ideas to business or societal issues in Management related fields.
- Appraise existing techniques and apply appropriate research methods.
- Conduct original research independently and adhere to legal, ethical and professional practices.
- Demonstrate mastery of qualitative and quantitative research skills.
- Interpret research findings and recommend solutions using scientific and critical thinking skills.
- Demonstrate leadership qualities by communicating and working effectively.\

## Programme Highlights

- Accounting, auditing and taxation
- Finance, banking and insurance
- Management and administration
- Marketing and advertising
- Business and administration not elsewhere classified\

## Programme Details

**Department:** [Management & Humanities Department](https://www.utp.edu.my/Pages/Academic/Faculty-of-Science-Management-Computing/Department-of-Management.aspx)​

**Intakes:** January, May and September intake

**Mode of Deliverance, Course Duration & Mode of Study:** Full time and Part time research

**Entry Requirements:**

- A Masters degree, or
- Other qualifications equivalent to a master’s degree that are accepted by the HEP Senate.

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**English Requirements:**

- Engineering Programmes - IELTS - 5.0, TOEFL - 500
- Science/PhD. in Management/PhD. in Social Science & Humanities Programmes – IELTS – 6.0, TOEFL - 550
- Information Technology / Information Systems Programmes - IELTS – 6.0, TOEFL - 550

However, this requirement is waived if candidate:

- Have obtained Bachelor / Master or other relevant degree from Malaysian recognised institution whereby all courses are fully conducted in English or;
- A native of an English-speaking countries or;
- Graduated from English speaking countries institutions

**Pre-requisite course​s**

- GEB3213Y Forecasting Methods for Management
- GEB1032Y Management & Organizational Behavior

# Estimated Total Cost Fee

- [Local](https://www.utp.edu.my/Pages/Admission/Postgraduate/Local-Applicants/Tuition-fees.aspx)\
- [International](https://www.utp.edu.my/Pages/Admission/Postgraduate/International-Applicants/Tuition-fees.aspx)​\

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## Contact Information

**Programme Leader:** Dr Rohani Salleh

Email: rohanisalleh@utp.edu.my

Direct Line: +6053687760

**Academic Executive:** Mr Hendy Putra Bin Herman

Email: hendyputra.herman@utp.edu.my

Direct Line: +605 368 7738

**General Inquiries:** Ms Nurul Asmira Sulaiman

Email: asmira.sulaiman@utp.edu.my

Direct Line: +6053688192\

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## FAQs

**1. If I have done Research Methodology during my Master study, how can I apply for an exemption for the Research Methodology for Social Science and Management RAM5013?**

Answer: You may apply for the exemption, however it should be submitted with official course outline, passed with at least Grade B and requires UTP RAM5013 coordinator’s endorsement (at least 80% similarities) and subject to DVCA approval.

**2. What is the requirement for Research Proposal Defence (RPD)?**

Answer: You need to pass RAM5013 prior to RPD. There will be two attempt to pass RPD.

**3. What should I register for after passed my Research Proposal Defence (RPD)?**

Answer: You may register for Research Progress every January & September semester following the RPD. There will be Annual Postgraduate Conference (APC) in May semester in which student will submit a research paper and do the presentation to two examiners.​​\

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