Master of Arts (Professional Communication)
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Programme Overview

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The Master of Arts (Professional Communication) programme is designed to provide students with the skills they need to embrace and manage contemporary communication issues in the industry.

Students will explore the art of digital information management, and will be equipped with the right skills to become communication experts in this challenging globalisation era. Graduates of this programme will enhance the quality of their portfolio, advancing their career prospects, and gaining a competitive advantage within the industry.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
Malaysian Students
  • A Bachelor's Degree with CGPA of 2.5 and above; OR
  • A Bachelor's Degree with CGPA of below 2.5 with at least FIVE (5) years of working experience; OR
  • Other qualifications approved by the University Senate
International Students
  • A Bachelor's Degree with CGPA of 2.5 and above; OR
  • A Bachelor's Degree with CGPA of below 2.5 with at least FIVE (5) years of working experience; OR
  • Other qualifications approved by the University Senate; AND
  • IELTS Band 6.0/ TOEFL 600
English Competency Requirements
All international students are bound to the English Competency requirement set by the University and the Malaysian Qualification Agency except those who are:
  • From countries where English is the official language; OR
  • From an academic institution which uses English as its main medium of instruction.
PROGRAMME MODULES
    • Communication Theories
    • Professional Communication
    • Organisational Communication
    • Integrated Marketing Communication
    • *Social Media
    • *Brand Management
    *Choose any ONE (1) elective
    • Global Communication
    • Communication Research Method
    • *Public Relations
    • *Corporate Innovation and Entrepreneurship
    • Graduate Research Project 1
    *Choose any ONE (1) elective
    • Graduate Research Project 2
    • Media Law & Ethics
ASSESSMENT

Students of this programme are primarily assessed through coursework. Classes are held face-to-face, which includes lectures, and tutorials (offline and online). Our students are expected to demonstrate their understanding through several forms of assessment, including but not limited to; examinations, reports, presentations, and research papers.

Students are expected to undergo min three (3) semesters and max six (6) semesters, which amount to 40 credit hours.

FEES
Malaysian Students

Total fees: RM31,180

International Students

Total fees: RM41,730