Overview
The Diploma in Information Technology (DIT) programme is designed as a bridging programme for students to take up a degree in Information Technology, while at the same time preparing them for competitive jobs in the Digital Economy. The program will expose students to fundamentals of programming, database, web applications, mobile applications, software development, data science, cybersecurity, information systems, IoT, AI and computer network and communication technologies.
Program Details
Program Structure
Entry Requirement
Fees
Program Details
Course Duration: Minimum 20 months
Location: 30% of face-to-face learning includes six sessions at MUST campus, Kota Damansara, each lasting four days. Online classes are conducted through various platforms according to the KEDGE faculty members.
Mode of Study: Full time or Part time
Intakes: April / May
Program Structure
Course modules
1. Managerial Economics (Local Topic 1)
2. Leadership
3. Business Analytics (Local Topic 2)
4. Finance & Mgt Acct + Corporate Finance
5. Managing Information Systems
6. Marketing Management
7. Global Corporate Strategy
8. Human Resource Management (Local Topic 3)
9. CSR
10. Capstone Project Proposal
11. Capstone Final Project
12. Digitalization of businesses
13. Supply Chain Management
14. Personal Development
15. Negotiation
16. Project Management
17. Product Management & UX Design
18. Digital Marketing
19. Change Management
20. Customer centricity to new business models
Entry Requirement
Academic Requirements
– Bachelor’s degree (Level 6, MQF) in related fields with a minimum CGPA of 2.50 as accepted by the HEP Senate; OR
– Bachelor’s degree (Level 6, MQF) in related fields with a minimum CGPA of 2.00 but below 2.50, subject to a rigorous internal assessment; OR
– Bachelor’s degree (Level 6, MQF) in non-related fields with a minimum CGPA of 2.00 and relevant working experience, subject to a rigorous internal assessment; OR
– Bachelor’s degree (Level 6, MQF) in non-related fields with a minimum CGPA of 2.00 and without relevant working experience, subject to passing pre-requisite courses; OR
– A Pass at Level 7 Accreditation of Prior Experiential Learning (APEL) assessment by MQA; OR
– Other equivalent/related qualifications to a Bachelor’s degree (Level 6, MQF) recognised by the Malaysian Government.
English Language Proficiency (for international candidates where English was not the medium of instruction)
IELTS: 6.0
TOEFL iBT: 60
PTE (Pearson Test of English): 59
Linguaskill: 169
ELS (English Language Services): 109
Cambridge English Qualifications and Tests (B1 Preliminary, B2 First, C1 Advanced, C2 Proficiency): 169
OET (Occupational English Test): 250
Fees
You may contact our Education Consultant at
postgraduate@must.edu.my for more details.
Program Details
Program Structure
Entry Requirement
Career Prospects
Learning Outcome
Program Details
- MQF level : 4
- Credit value : 90 credit hours
- Type of award : Single Major
- National Education Code (NEC) : 0611 (Information technology and information system)
- Duration: 2 Years 6 Months
- Mode of Study : Full-Time
- Intakes: January, April, August
Program Structure
Year One
- DIT 1054 Principles of Programming
- DIT 1023 Information System
- DIT 1073 Introduction to Database Systems
- DIT 1113 Calculus and Algebra
- DIT 1153 Computer Applications
- DIT 1063 Discrete Mathematics
- DIT 1093 Data Structures & Algorithms
- DIT 1083 Data Communication & Networking
- DIT 1053 Computer Architecture
Year Two
- DIT 2013 System Analysis & Design
- DIT 2024 Intermediate Programming
- DIT 2054 Operating Systems
- DIT 1163 Probabilities & Statistics
- DIT 2123 Ethics in Information Technology
- DIT 2083 Web Technologies
- DIT 2113 Cybersecurity
- DIT 2114 Final Project
- DIT 2033 IT Project Management
Year Three
- DIT 3016 Internship
Entry Requirement
- Possess SPM with at least THREE (3) credits in any subjects (inclusive of Mathematics or any equivalent qualification); OR
- A pass in Sijil Tinggi Persekolahan Malaysia (STPM) with a minimum Grade C of Grade Point (GP) 2.00 in a subject and a credit in Mathematics at SPM level (or Mathematics equivalent to SPM); OR
- A pass in Sijil Tinggi Agama Malaysia (STAM) with a minimum grade of Maqbul (Pass) and a credit in Mathematics at SPM level (or Mathematics equivalent to SPM); OR
- Possess SKM Level 3 in a related field. (Candidates without Mathematics can be admitted subject to a thorough rigorous assessment to determine their competencies in Mathematics that are equivalent to SPM level); OR
- A Certificate (Level 3, MQF) in a related field with at least a CGPA of 2.00; OR
- Other relevant and equivalent qualifications recognised by the Malaysian Government. (Candidates can be admitted if their admission qualification contains Mathematics subject(s) equivalent to Mathematics at the SPM level. Those without a pass in Mathematics at SPM level or equivalent can be admitted but required to take and pass reinforcement Mathematics subject. The reinforcement Mathematics subject must be offered in the first semester or before enrolment with unconditional offer).
Career Prospects
- Programmer
- Analytic Programmer
- Web Developer
- IT Officer
- Technician
- Network Administrator
Learning Outcome
- Describe good theoretical foundations in Information Technology and operation skills.
- Apply theoretical knowledge within Information Technology field by applying critical skills in the field of study.
- Demonstrate ability to apply practical skills within Information Technology in developing IT applications and programs.
- Adopt interpersonal and teamwork skills providing computing and technology services.
- Communicate effectively with experts in the field of Information Technology at both local and international levels.
- Apply a range of information and technology applications (digital platform) for efficient service delivery.
- Solve problems with analytical and appropriate numeracy skills to improve information technology performance.
- Demonstrate leadership skills in a team working environment.
- Engage in lifelong learning skills for personal development.
- Practice managerial skills with an entrepreneurial mindset in computing technology services.
- Demonstrate ethical values and professional responsibility towards oneself, other individuals, community, and the environment.
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