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• interpret research findings and propose solutions using scientific and critical
thinking skills that will be useful for life-long learning.
• demonstrate management and leadership skills through effective
communication and tasks deployment.

Entry Requirements
Applicants for the programme should possess:

• possess a bachelor’s degree with honours or equivalent in a related field from
a recognised university, priority is given to candidates who have a bachelor’s
degree with a CGPA of at least 3.0 or equivalent;
• a master’s degree by research OR by Coursework OR Mixed Mode with a
CGPA of at least 3.0;
• not less than five (5) years working experience; and
• at least a band 6.0 for IELTS or a minimum score of 550 for the paper based
TOEFL (For international applicants only).

Career Prospects
The Doctor of Management (DMgt) graduates can yield a variety of career
opportunities. Anyone attaining this doctorate degree is prepared to work in
executive positions within organizations and run major corporations and international
companies. Alternatively, graduates may pursue an academic career at universities
and colleges to teach business and management.

Target Market
The UMGSB DMgt programme is designed for the individuals who want to focus their
research on management that prepares them for careers as researchers, teachers
and scholars.

Programme Structure
The programme offers weekend classes with the emphasis on quality teaching and
student participation. The minimum and maximum periods of candidature are 6 and
12 semesters, respectively. A full-time DMgt programme at the faculty commences
once a year (September). It should be noted that any withdrawal from the semester(s)
by candidate will not be excluded from the duration of programme.

Courses are divided into three (3) categories: core courses, elective courses and
dissertation. The design of the courses and components allow students to maximise
their learning and develop the skills that are essential for their career development.
Students are required to take a total of 81 credits as follows:
Table 1: Credit Hours
Courses Credit hours
Core Courses 42
Elective Courses 3
Dissertation 36

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