The Centre for Postgraduate Studies (CPS) at Malaysia University of Science and Technology (MUST) serves as the university’s premier hub for advanced postgraduate education. As the focal point for all postgraduate initiatives, CPS is dedicated to supporting Master’s and PhD candidates throughout every stage of their academic journey. From admission and research development to thesis completion and graduation, CPS ensures the highest standards of excellence through expert supervision, interdisciplinary workshops, colloquia, and personalized administrative support. CPS houses three distinguished schools: The School of Business, The School of Sustainable Supply Chain and Logistics, and The School of Computing and Artificial Intelligence.
Doctorate Programmes
Doctor of Philosophy in Transportation and Logistics (N/1088/8/0001)(05/26)(MQA/FA11894)
Overview
The PhD in Management at the Center for Postgraduate Studies (CPS) is a fully research-based program designed for individuals seeking to contribute original knowledge to the field of management. The program offers a focused academic environment where candidates work closely with experienced supervisors to develop and complete their doctoral research. The only taught component is a course in Research Methodology, which equips students with the essential skills to design and conduct high-quality research. This program is ideal for those aiming for careers in academia, research, or high-level consultancy, with opportunities to explore diverse areas such as strategy, leadership, innovation, sustainability, and organizational studies.
- MQF level : Level 8
- Credit value : 100% Research
- Type of award : Single Major
- National Education Code (NEC) : 0414 (Management and Administration)
- Duration: 3 Years / 4 Years
- Mode of Study : Full Time/Part Time
- Intakes: Throughout the year
- IPS8013 Research Method
- IPS8023 Advanced Research Method
- PIM800 Thesis Research (Management)
- Professor / Academic Researcher Teaching undergraduate and postgraduate courses in business, management, or leadership while conducting original research, publishing in high-impact journals, and supervising graduate students.
- Research Director / Research Associate Leading strategic research initiatives in universities, think tanks, or consulting firms, focusing on business innovation, management science, and organizational behavior.
- Academic Consultant / Curriculum Developer Designing and reviewing curricula for business schools and universities, ensuring alignment with industry standards and academic accreditation requirements.
- Strategy Consultant Advising organizations on business strategy, operational efficiency, and long-term planning to improve competitiveness and market positioning.
- Business Development Director Driving business growth by identifying new market opportunities, forming strategic partnerships, and optimizing business models across various sectors.
- Corporate Trainer / Executive Coach Designing and delivering leadership development programs, mentoring executives, and facilitating professional growth within corporate environments.
- Management Consultant Providing expert advice to improve business performance, organizational effectiveness, and operational systems across diverse industries.
- Business Incubator / Accelerator Director Managing innovation hubs or startup accelerators, supporting entrepreneurship through mentorship, funding access, and strategic planning for new ventures.
- Sustainability Manager / ESG Consultant Leading sustainability initiatives and implementing Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) frameworks within corporations and international organizations.
- HR Strategist / HR Director Shaping talent strategies, workforce planning, and leadership development to align human capital with organizational objectives.
- Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) Director Overseeing social impact programs, stakeholder engagement, and ethical governance practices to fulfill corporate responsibility mandates.
- Knowledge Management Consultant Developing systems and strategies to capture, share, and apply institutional knowledge for innovation and continuous improvement.
- Organisational Development Manager Implementing change initiatives and organizational transformation strategies to enhance efficiency, culture, and performance.
- Change Management Specialist Facilitating smooth transitions during organizational changes, mergers, or digital transformation by aligning people, processes, and structures
- Critique theories and concepts in business to advance the frontiers of knowledge through research.
- Resolve complex problems and contemporary issues by providing novel solutions and new practices in business organisations through research.
- Demonstrate the ability to carry out specialised and original research independently and ethically to resolve complex and contemporary business issues.
- Display mastery of written and oral communication and collaborative skills with diverse stakeholders.
- Adapt a broader range of suitable digital applications and analytical techniques for research, work, or study.
- Evaluate numerical, qualitative, and graphical data to resolve complex problems and contemporary issues in research.
- Display professionalism and responsibility in managing own research.
- Display continuous self-improvement for professional development.
- Demonstrate entrepreneurship skills in research.
Fee Structure
| Fee Structure | Local Amount (RM) | International Amount (USD) |
|---|---|---|
| Admission Fees | ||
| Registration fee | RM 300 | USD 80 |
| Resource fee | RM 500 | USD 140 |
| VISA fee | Not Applicable | USD 800 |
| Security bond fee *refundable | Not Applicable | Differ based on country |
| Tuition Fees | ||
| Semester 1 | RM 10,000 | USD 2,000 |
| Semester 2 | RM 10,000 | USD 2,000 |
| Semester 3 | RM 10,000 | USD 2,000 |
| Semester 4 | RM 10,000 | USD 2,000 |
| Semester 5 | RM 2,500 | USD 2,000 |
| Semester 6 | RM 2,500 | USD 1,000 |
Master Programmes
Master in Business Administration (Supply Chain Management)(N/0414/7/0249)(02/30)(MQA/PA17904)
Overview
The Supply Chain industry is a rapidly expanding field with immense potential to drive national economic growth, as it plays a crucial role across various industries. A Master in Business Administration (MBA) in Supply Chain Management equips professionals with the strategic knowledge and skills to optimize operations, enhance efficiency, and implement sustainable solutions to address modern-day challenges faced by businesses and society. With the increasing global demand for supply chain expertise, this program opens doors to diverse career opportunities both locally and internationally.
- MQF level : 7
- Credit value : 46 credits
- Type of award : Single Major
- National Education Code (NEC): 0414 – Management and Administration
- Duration: 1 years 4 months / 2 years 2 months
- Mode of Study : Full time / Part time (Modular)
- Intakes: January, April, June, August, November
- MBA3301 Managerial Economics
- MBA1024 Business Analytics
- MBA3304 Business Accounting & Finance
- MBA1074 Marketing Management
- MBA3329 Supply Chain Strategy & Design
- MBA3309 Human Resource Management
- MBA3308 Corporate Strategy
- MBA3305 Business Research Methods
- MBA3311 Research Project
- MSC2043 Sustainable Supply Chain
- MSC2053 Strategic Procurement & Sourcing
- MSC2013 Inventory Planning and Forecasting
- MSC2023 Transportation and Freight Logistics
- Supply Chain Manager/Director
- E-commerce Operations Manager
- Logistics Manager/Director
- Quality Assurance Manager
- Procurement Manager/Director
- Project Manager (Supply Chain Projects)
- Operations Manager
- Risk Manager (Supply Chain)
- Demand Planning Manager
- Supplier Relationship Manager
- Inventory Manager
- Compliance Manager
- Distribution Manager
- Operations Analyst
- Consultant (Supply Chain Management)
- Demand Forecasting Analyst
- Strategic Sourcing Manager
- Procurement Analyst
- Global Supply Chain Manager
- Entrepreneur (Supply Chain Consulting or Start-up)
- Demonstrate mastery of theoretical and practical knowledge in supply chain management.
- Adopt and apply a broad range of digital applications competently to design, implement, and manage the supply chain of an organization.
- Demonstrate functional skills, including analytical techniques, critical thinking, teamwork, interpersonal communication, and leadership, to solve problems in supply chain management.
- Demonstrate comprehensive managerial and entrepreneurial skills to venture into the business arena with a real-world perspective.
- Commit to continuous learning and development while recognizing the professional and ethical responsibilities, as well as the social, economic, cultural, legal, and environmental impacts of supply chain management.
Fee Structure
| Fee Structure | Local Amount (RM) | International Amount (USD) |
|---|---|---|
| Admission Fees | ||
| Registration fee | RM 300 | USD 80 |
| Resource fee | RM 500 | USD 140 |
| VISA fee | Not Applicable | USD 800 |
| Security bond fee *refundable | Not Applicable | Differ based on country |
| Tuition Fees | ||
| Semester 1 | RM 8,000 | USD 2,000 |
| Semester 2 | RM 8,000 | USD 2,000 |
| Semester 3 | RM 8,000 | USD 2,000 |
| Semester 4 | RM 8,000 | USD 2,000 |
| Semester 5 | RM 8,000 | USD 2,000 |
| Semester 6 | RM 5,000 | USD 1,000 |
Master of Science in Transportation and Logistics (R3/840/7/0013)(12/27)(A8621)
Overview
The Master of Science in Transportation and Logistics offers an opportunity for recent graduates, as well as working professionals, to venture into the fast-growing and dynamic field of transportation and logistics. The program equips students with the theoretical and practical knowledge needed to excel in supply chain management and logistics. Graduates will be well-prepared for careers in academia, government, and managerial or planning roles across various industries, including freight transportation, warehousing, and manufacturing.
- MQF level : 7
- Credit value : 40 credits
- Type of award : Single Major
- National Education Code (NEC): 1041 (Transport services)
- Duration: 1 Year 6 Month
- Mode of Study : Full Time
- Intakes: January, April, June, August, November
- MTL501 Transportation Systems
- MTL506 Transportation Policy and Strategy
- MBA3243 AI and Business Analytics
- MTL513 Supply Chain Management and Design
- MTL510 Logistics Systems
- MBA3305 Business Research Methodology
- MSC2043 Sustainable Supply Chain
- MBA3306 Research Project
- Supply Chain Manager
- Logistics Consultant
- Transportation Planner
- Operation Manager
- Transportation Analyst
- Logistics Coordinator
- Critique theories and concepts in business to advance the frontiers of knowledge through research.
- Resolve complex problems and contemporary issues by providing novel solutions and new practices in business organisations through research.
- Demonstrate the ability to carry out specialised and original research independently and ethically to resolve complex and contemporary business issues.
- Display mastery of written and oral communication and collaborative skills with diverse stakeholders.
- Adapt a broader range of suitable digital applications and analytical techniques for research, work, or study.
- Evaluate numerical, qualitative, and graphical data to resolve complex problems and contemporary issues in research.
- Display professionalism and responsibility in managing own research.
- Display continuous self-improvement for professional development.
- Demonstrate entrepreneurship skills in research.
Master in Traffic Safety Management(N/1041/7/0002)(10/27)(MQA/FA15955)
Overview
The Master in Traffic Safety Management (MTSM) is consistent with the government’s initiative to reduce traffic fatalities and injuries. The programme was created in response to the European Union’s Erasmus+ Program initiative to develop human capital in traffic safety in Asia. This is in line with the Erasmus+ initiative, which aims to develop a skilled and knowledgeable workforce among working adults. It is intended to train professionals in the management and administration of road safety programmes in order to address challenges related to the complex interactions of the human-vehicle-road system.
- MQF level : Level 7
- Credit value : 41 credits
- Type of award : Single Major
- National Education Code (NEC) : 1041 (Transport Services)
- Duration: 1 year 2 months / 2 Years 4 Months
- Mode of Study : Full Time / Part Time
- Intakes: January, April, June, August, November
- MTL501 Transportation Systems
- MTL506 Transportation Policy and Strategy
- MBA3243 AI and Business Analytics
- MTL513 Supply Chain Management and Design
- MTL510 Logistics Systems
- MBA3305 Business Research Methodology
- MSC2043 Sustainable Supply Chain
- MBA3306 Research Project
- MTL507 Intelligent Transportation Systems
- MTL506 Transportation Policy & Strategy
- MTS1013 Traffic Safety Management
- MTS1023 Road Safety and Traffic Risk Management
- MTS1033 Logistics, Commercial Traffic Safety
- MTS1043 Urban Transport Planning and Safety
- MBA3305 Business Research
- MBA3303 Business Analytics
- MTS1063 Traffic Safety and Human Behaviour
- MTS1073 Geographical Information System (GIS) and Traffic Safety
- MBA3311 Research Project
- Transportation planning
- Traffic management controller
- Traffic planner
- Highway planner
- Urban transportation planner
- Traffic safety management officers
- Government sector (Ministries / Local authorities)
- Private sector ( Highway authorities, consultant, etc.)
- Evaluate the knowledge and comprehension of concepts, principles, essential facts and theories related to Traffic Safety Management (TSM).
- Understand and apply creativity, analytical thinking and problem-solving skills in solving problems related to TSM.
- Manage to organise complex tasks/operations ethically and flexibly when working in a TSM context.
- Exhibit proficient teamwork abilities with diverse teams within traffic safety stakeholders.
- Communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing with diverse traffic safety stakeholders.
- Demonstrate acquaintance of relevant digital technologies to keep abreast with the changing road traffic safety approaches.
- Interpret quantitative, qualitative and graphical traffic data to support decision-making and problem-solving TSM.
- Display leadership and responsibility on making strategic decisions in managing traffic safety.
- Demonstrate self-directed learning, adaptability, and resilience in pursuing academic and career development.
- Innovate processes and develop entrepreneurial solutions, activities in resolving traffic safety matters.
- Adhere to ethical standards, integrity, and professional conduct in all aspects of Traffic Safety Management.
Fee Structure
| Fee Structure | Local Amount (RM) | International Amount (USD) |
|---|---|---|
| Admission Fees | ||
| Registration fee | RM 300 | USD 80 |
| Resource fee | RM 500 | USD 140 |
| VISA fee | Not Applicable | USD 800 |
| Security bond fee *refundable | Not Applicable | Differ based on country |
| Tuition Fees | ||
| Semester 1 | RM 10,000 | USD 2,000 |
| Semester 2 | RM 10,000 | USD 2,000 |
| Semester 3 | RM 10,000 | USD 2,000 |
| Semester 4 | RM 10,000 | USD 2,000 |
| Semester 5 | RM 2,500 | USD 2,000 |
| Semester 6 | RM 2,500 | USD 1,000 |
