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Master of Science in Digital Transformation

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Highlights about course

Program Level

Master's

Duration

1 Year 6 Months

Tuition Fees

From RM50,500

Intake

December, August, January, May

  • About APU

    Why choose APU?

    Malaysia’s Premier Digital Tech University

    Malaysia’s Premier Digital Tech University
    No.1 for International Students in Malaysia (QS World University Ranking 2024)

    No.1 for International Students in Malaysia (QS World University Ranking 2025)
    5-Star Excellence Rating SETARA

    5-Star Excellence Rating (SETARA)
    100% Employability Rate

    100% Employability Rate
    Ranked No.16 for International Students in the World

    Ranked No.16 for International Students in the World
    More than 80,000 Graduates & Alumni

    More than 80,000 Graduates & Alumni
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    “76% of companies are providing training for existing managers to equip them with skillsets related to digital transformation.”

    – Digital Talent in Malaysia, 2021

    “USD100 Trillion of additional value for the world economy is expected from digital transformation by 2025.”

    – WEF

    Requirements

    Entry Requirements

    General Requirements
    Bachelor’s degree
    • Bachelor’s degree in Computing or related fields with a minimum CGPA of 2.50, or its equivalent qualification as accepted by the Senate.
    • Bachelor’s degree in Computing or related fields with a minimum CGPA of 2.00 and not meeting a CGPA of 2.50 can be accepted, subject to a rigorous internal assessment.
    • Bachelor’s degree in non-related fields with a minimum CGPA of 2.00 as accepted by the Senate and with relevant working experience, subject to a rigorous internal assessment.
    • Bachelor’s degree in non-related fields with a minimum CGPA of 2.00 as accepted by the Senate and without relevant working experience, subject to passing pre-requisite courses.
    Note: The above entry requirements may differ for specific programmes based on the latest programme standards published by Malaysian Qualifications Agency (MQA).
    English Requirements
    International Students
    • IELTS : 5.5
    Students from English speaking countries and those with qualifications taught in English (previous Bachelor’s/Master’s Degree taught in English) are exempted from English requirements. Applications for exemption must be accompanied by supporting documents.
    Programme Outline

    What We Teach

    This programme is specifically designed to provide:

    • Graduates with knowledge, skills, and competencies that will help in the development of the country and enable them to progress their careers in digital transformation.
    • An understanding of digitally connected systems in organizations that automate manual tasks, streamlining workflows, enhancing efficiency, and improving customer experience.
    • An opportunity to develop capabilities in implementing digital transformation initiatives effectively, empowering organisations agility and innovation to quickly respond to customer and competitor demands.
    • A comprehensive knowledge in identifying digital technologies, their applications in various industries, and leadership qualities.

    • The Benefits of the Programme

      • Develop skills to conduct business consultation in digital transformation projects by engaging with customers and understanding their needs.
      • Apply the concepts in technologies relevant to industrial revolution 4.0 to develop or redesign new business processes that can improve productivity and efficiency while preparing companies for AI adoption.
      • Master design thinking principles on change management to build strategic working relationships and meet potential customers expectations.
      • Examine digital engagement platforms requirement in meeting customers needs.
      • Analyse business trends in digital platforms to grow new business or cross sell additional products or services.
      • Prepare students who are not from a computing background to develop the necessary knowledge to undertake digital transformation projects within their expertise.

      Who Should Attend

      This programme is geared towards industry or business professionals who are seeking to develop their careers in the digital transformation for the benefit of organisations. Managers within organisations where information technology plays a vital role in the managerial functions and the efficient operation of the organisation will find this programme very useful.

      For business managers who want to leverage on power of cloud services to increase efficiencies in business operations, they will learn different digital transformation frameworks and decide on the ones most applicable to their industries. Though they may not have any IT background, pre-requisite modules in key areas of AI, programming and internet of things will be taught to help them navigate the IT landscape.

      Modules

      This programme comprises 10 coursework modules and a Project. There are 7 compulsory Core Modules (including Research Methodology module) and you will have to choose 3 elective modules from those listed).

      Pre-requisite Modules
      (For Non-Computing Students: Duration: 1 month (Full-time) / 4 months (Part-time))

      • Programming in Python
      • Practical IOT
      • Fundamentals of Artificial Intelligence

      Core Modules

      • Business Intelligence Systems
      • Disruptive Innovation Strategies
      • Technology, Culture and People: A Global Perspective
      • Leading Digital Business Transformation
      • Digital Project Management
      • IR 4.0 Enabling Technologies
      • Research Methodology in Computing and Engineering
      • Project

      Elective Modules (Choose 3)*

      • Building IOT Application
      • Financial Technology
      • Cyber Security & Threats
      • Big Data Analytics and Technologies
      * Elective modules may be pre-selected for students at the beginning of the semester. If students wish to change these pre-selected elective modules, they can choose from the available modules offered in the semester OR among the intensive delivery modules – however such changes may prolong the study duration.

      Project

      You are required to complete an industry-based major project where possible, however the emphasis must be placed on an effective demonstration of how the application of digital transformation can be part of the business environment. It is expected that the project would devise, recommend, or implement innovative solutions to the problem areas.

       

About University

Asia Pacific University (APU)

Malaysia

  • Address: Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
  • Founded in 1993
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