Open University Malaysia

Open University Malaysia, abbreviated as OUM, is the 7th Malaysian private university and it is owned by the Multimedia Technology Enhancement Operations (METEOR) Sdn. Bhd, a consortium of 11 Malaysian public universities.[3] It leverages on the quality, prestige and capabilities of its consortium.

Not to be confused with Wawasan Open University.

Open University Malaysia
Universiti Terbuka Malaysia (Malay)
马来西亚开放大学 (Chinese)
Logo of the Open University Malaysia
MottoUniversiti untuk Semua
Motto in English
University for All
TypePrivate
Established2000
ChancellorTun Jeanne Abdullah
PresidentProf Dr Ahmad Izanee Awang
Vice-ChancellorProf Dr Ahmad Izanee Awang
Pro-ChancellorTan Sri Azman Hashim
Location
Kelana Jaya
,
Petaling Jaya, SELANGOR
,
Malaysia
CampusUrban
ColoursBlue, and Silver
   
AffiliationsAAOU,[1] ICTLC[2]
Websitewww.oum.edu.my
Open University Malaysia
Simplified Chinese马来西亚开放大学
Traditional Chinese馬來西亞開放大學
OUM main campus in Kelana Jaya, Petaling Jaya

The main campus is at Menara OUM, Kelana Centre Point Kelana Jaya. In addition to this, there are more than 30 learning centres throughout Malaysia, out of which 10 are regional learning centres.

As the first open and distance learning university in the country,[4] OUM initially opened to 753 learners in 2001. A decade later, OUM has over 100,000 students in more than 50 academic programmes. In 2023, the QS Stars had assessed OUM's online learning for three years and the university received a 5-Star rating ().

Chancellors

The vice-chancellor of OUM is Prof Dr Ahmad Izanee Awang.[5] The first chancellor was the late Tun Endon Mahmood (the wife of fifth Prime Minister Tun Abdullah Badawi) who was appointed on 16 December 2004. On 8 December 2007, Tun Jeanne Abdullah was appointed as the new chancellor of OUM;[6] the pro-chancellor is Tan Sri Azman Hashim who is also the executive chairman of Arab-Malaysian Corporation Berhad.

e-Learning methodology and tools

Open Entry

Open Entry refers to non-restrictive entry requirements for a degree programme, applicable to adults who possess learning experience which can be assessed and matched against the learning outcomes of an academic course.

Blended learning methodology
  • Face-to face-learning: Tutorials are conducted at learning centres where learners have the opportunity to meet their tutors and discuss their subjects and their assignments.
  • e-Learning: Learners are required to participate in an online forum using a learning management system and discuss among each other and with their tutors and peers on their subject matter and their assignments.
  • Self-managed learning module: Learners do not have to come over for their tutorials but they still need to come for their tests. They learn by participating in the learning management system and using their own modules.
  • m-Learning: The learning materials are designed in downloadable formats that can be accessed using a desktop or laptop computer. Learners then opt to transfer these contents into a handphone to view them. One needs a handphone equipped with the necessary features. Examples include MOOCs and OER courses.

OUM has a strong network of learning centres nationwide. These learning centres are in major cities and towns, from Peninsular Malaysia to Sabah and Sarawak. OUM has more than 30 learning centres fully equipped with tutorial rooms, computer laboratories, library and Internet facilities.

  • Modules are used by the students, tutors and subject-matter experts (SMEs). The modules are written by academicians from public and private universities in Malaysia.
  • The Tan Sri Dr. Abdullah Sanusi Digital Library has more than 30,000 volumes of printed books in the main campus and learning centres nationwide. As for the digital collection, the online databases consist of more than 82,000 e-books and 32,000 e-journal titles. Other electronic collections include electronic theses, newspaper articles and legal acts.

Accreditation

The following OUM programmes [7][8]have been fully accredited by the Malaysian Qualifications Agency (MQA).

  • Diploma in Information Technology
  • Diploma in Management
  • Diploma in Human Resource Management
  • Diploma in Islamic Studies with Education
  • Diploma in Early Childhood Education
  • Diploma in Accounting
  • Bachelor of Management with Honours
  • Bachelor of Marketing with Honours
  • Bachelor of Business Administration with Honours
  • Bachelor of Human Resource Management with Honours
  • Bachelor of Information Technology with Honours
  • Bachelor of Communication with Honours
  • Bachelor of Liberal Studies with Honours
  • Bachelor of Political Science with Honours
  • Bachelor of Education (TESL) with Honours
  • Bachelor of Teaching (Primary Education) with Honours
  • Bachelor of Early Childhood Education with Honours
  • Bachelor of English Studies with Honours
  • Bachelor of Nursing Science with Honours
  • Bachelor of Technology Management with Honours
  • Bachelor of Digital Media Design with Honours
  • Bachelor of Accounting with Honours (Accredited by CPA Australia)
  • Bachelor of Manufacturing Management with Honours
  • Bachelor of Tourism Management with Honours
  • Bachelor of Hospitality Management with Honours
  • Bachelor of Medical and Health Sciences with Honours
  • Bachelor of Occupational Safety and Health Management with Honours
  • Bachelor of Psychology with Honours
  • Bachelor of Islamic Studies (Islamic Management) with Honours
  • Bachelor of Science in Project and Facility Management with Honours
  • Master of Counselling
  • Master of Psychology
  • Master of Information Technology
  • Master of Management
  • Master of Occupational Safety and Health Management
  • Master of Education
  • Master of Early Childhood Education
  • Master of Corporate Communication
  • Master of Business Administration
  • Master of Information Technology
  • Master of Management
  • Master of Instructional Design and Technology
  • Master of Project Management
  • Master of Facility Management
  • Master of Quality Management
  • Master of Human Resource Management
  • Master of Islamic Studies
  • Master of English Studies
  • Master of Nursing
  • Doctor of Philosophy (Business Administration)
  • Doctor of Philosophy (Education)
  • Doctor of Philosophy (Science)
  • Doctor of Philosophy (Information Technology)
  • Doctor of Philosophy (Arts)
  • Doctor of Education
  • Doctor of Business Administration
  • Doctor of Nursing
  • Postgraduate Diploma in Teaching
  • Postgraduate Diploma in Islamic Studies

Faculties
  • Faculty of Business and Management
  • Faculty of Social Sciences and Humanities
  • Faculty of Education
  • Faculty of Technology and Applied Sciences

Academic Support Centre

Among the support centres are:

  • Centre for Learner Affairs
  • Centre for Instructional Design & Technology
  • Centre for Research & Innovation
  • Centre for Learning Technology
  • Centre for Teaching & Learning Management
  • Centre for Quality Assurance
  • Centre for Research and Innovation
  • Tan Sri Dr. Abdullah Sanusi Digital Library
  • Accreditation of Prior Experiential Learning Centre
  • OUM Graduate Centre

Notable alumni
  • Dato' Seri Saarani Mohamad - Bachelor of Human Resource Management with Honours,[9] current Menteri Besar of Perak, politician.
  • Dr Soo Wincci- Phd in Business Administration,[10] Miss World Malaysia 2008, International Recording Artiste, Actress, Composer, Host and Entrepreneur
  • Dato' Dr Anas Alam Faizli - PhD in Business Administration, CEO of Duopharma Biotech Berhad
  • Dato Mohd Faizal bin Hj. Mohd Hassim - Bachelor of Banking and Finance with Honours, Founder and CEO of HRSB Holdings
  • Vanida Imran- Bachelor of Arts (English Studies) Honours, Miss World Malaysia 1993, Actress, Nona Host
  • Wardina Safiyyah- Bachelor of Psychology (Honours), Actress, Model, TV host
  • Winson Voon - Master of Business Administration. Celebrity
  • Daniel Lee Chee Hun - Master of Business Administration. Singer, second season Malaysian Idol winner.
  • Brian Chen@Abang Brian - Master of Education. Master Chef Celebrity Malaysia and Radio DJ
  • Ramli Mohd Nor - Master Degree in Public Administration, Deputy Speaker of Dewan Rakyat 1, Cameron Highlands[11]

References
  1. "Full Members of Asian Association of Open Universities (AAOU)". Asian Association of Open Universities (AAOU). Archived from the original on 6 May 2013. Retrieved 14 May 2013.
  2. "Founding Members of International Consortium for Teaching and Learning Centres (ICTLC)". International Consortium for Teaching and Learning Centres (ICTLC). Archived from the original on 14 September 2013. Retrieved 14 May 2013.
  3. "About Open University Malaysia". Education Malaysia Global Services. Retrieved 19 February 2023.
  4. "Open University Malaysia". Newsweek.com. Retrieved 23 July 2021.
  5. "OUM spearheads Malaysia's venture into online and distance education". www.thestar.com.my. Retrieved 23 September 2022.
  6. "Jeanne is OUM's second chancellor". www.thestar.com.my. Retrieved 23 May 2022.
  7. "OUM Undergraduate Programmes". Home. Retrieved 19 February 2023.
  8. "OUM Postgraduate Programmes". Home. Retrieved 19 February 2023.
  9. "From an Educationist, to a Menteri Besar". Borneo Post Online. Retrieved 23 February 2023.
  10. "#Showbiz: Soo Wincci first Miss World Malaysia who is also associate professor". New Straits Times Online. Retrieved 20 September 2022.
  11. "Y.B. DATO' RAMLI DATO' MOHD NOR". Amanah Raya.

See also

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