The overall course objective is for students to gain an understanding of the ecological and evolutionary basis of biodiversity, to compare the relative contributions of environment and history on biodiversity dynamics, and to highlight important links between biodiversity, environmental health and human wellbeing. Special consideration is given to…
This subject introduces students to fundamental concepts in mathematics and statistics which are necessary in computer science and software engineering. Students will be able to cover equations, functions, graphs, series, differentiation, integration, probability, and data descriptions.
Corporate Sustainability Strategies is a course that explores the crucial role played by corporations in sustainable development. It focuses on the responsibilities of businesses to the environment and society, and how they can contribute to advancing sustainable development goals. This course is essential for individuals in the corporate sector…
This course explores components of the Earth's environmental systems and how they interact to form the Earth's climate. The topics covered include the sources of energy, weather and atmospheric forces, ocean chemistry and circulations, climate systems; past and present, and the influence of human activity on Earth's climate system. This course…
Economics of Sustainability Management covers economic theory and practice for sustainable dynamic growth, identifying drivers of growth, income distribution, and social welfare dimensions.
Finance & Sustainability is a course that integrates finance and sustainability by teaching students finance tools and principles for analyzing and valuing sustainable businesses. As financial decisions are increasingly affected by climate change and resource scarcity, this course is important for students to understand how environmental and…
This course targets those who are keen to be Digital Entrepreneurs. This course provides the essential elements pertaining to the area of electronic commerce together with its implications for the commercial macro and micro digital economy environment.
Governance in Sustainable Development delves into the complexities of governance in sustainable development, examining the interactions between state institutions and stakeholders.
This course aims to provide students with a basic understanding of networking terms and the skills to be able to plan and set up the network infrastructure for homes and small businesses. The topics include basic concepts and technologies of transmission and communication, networking hardware, standards, networking topologies, protocols, and…
This subject charts a general overview of the basic ideas and the fundamental concepts of Object-Oriented Programming. Students will learn problem-solving skills and appreciate the significance of Object-Oriented Programming.
Pre-calculus introduces students to an in-depth study of functions and a review of the foundation of algebraic, geometric, and trigonometric fundamentals. It prepares students for Calculus with an emphasis on functions. Trigonometry is essential not only in Calculus but also in modelling real world scientific and technical problems, where one…
This course is targeted at high school leavers. It introduces students to some basic concepts and theories in order to understand our society and ourselves. It enables us to see how behaviour is largely shaped by the group or organization to which we belong and the society in which we live. Topics included in the course are culture,…
This course aims to provide learners with an understanding of the fundamentals of smart technology and how it may be used to solve real-world problems in a sustainable way or to achieve sustainability. The course’s focus will be to impart an understanding of technology’s roles and allow learners to assess and recommend the best solutions for…
Social Entrepreneurship & Development covers the essential steps of designing, developing, and supporting a social enterprise. It provides a comprehensive understanding of the commercial and social aspects, stakeholder concerns, and customer problems faced by targeted communities.
A learn-by-doing course using design thinking and entrepreneurship methodology. In this course, students will develop a “growth mindset”, which includes problem solving skills and the creation of feasible solutions to problem statements that have significant economic value and/or meaningful impact on society. Students will be working in teams on…
This course focuses on the contemporary issues of land-based economic development and food security with priorities given to developing countries and deforestation frontiers. It aims to provide an analytical framework to explore and assess the various strategies in transforming the agriculture systems in ecological, social, and economic aspects in…
This course provides an overview of sustainable forestry practices and their economic implications. Students will learn about the different forest ecosystems in Malaysia, their current status, and the services they provide.
Sustainable Management and Operations (SMO) emphasizes a sustainability angle in traditional operations management teaching, recognizing the hierarchy of importance between the environment, society, and governance.
Sustainable Waste Management covers the latest trends and technologies in waste management, including Extended Producer Responsibility, the Circular Economy, and Zero Waste. Students will learn about biological, physical, chemical, and thermal treatments for different types of waste, as well as the management of emissions.
Young Innovators Bootcamp is a programme that aims to instill entrepreneurial thinking into young executives. The young executives will learn to work with their fellow colleagues in teams to inspire, build and launch a new idea contributing toward achieving their company’s vision.
The objective of this course is to provide an overview of available technology, and guide participants to go through a reflection process on how technology can improve existing business processes thus leading to the digital transformation of a business.
Effective Business Writing, Email and Minutes Writing offers learners an opportunity to develop advanced, practical English writing skills applicable to workplace communication settings specifically in the areas of crafting emails, minutes and reports.
Communication in the workplace is an essential component in operating in an efficient and proficient team. Recognizing this, Effective Communicative English is a course designed to develop more effective communication skills in English, expanding on the fundamental principles of communicating with clarity and confidence.
The world is moving towards the Artificial Intelligence (AI) era. One of the essential technologies that powers the AI era is the Internet of Things (IoT). This course presents to the participants the fundamentals and broad understanding in IoT and its applications.
The subject provides students with further aspects of accommodation management and revenue strategies, the application of the revenue strategy in managing hotel accommodation changes, issues, and performance both at the front office and accommodation areas.
Revenue Management introduces you to the basics of revenue management in the hotel industry: how to apply pricing and length-of-stay tools and how to measure your revenue management performance. It is designed to inspire you to shift your thinking about revenue ...
This subject aims to offer an advanced knowledge of the concepts and tactics of brand management focusing on the hospitality products and services. It emphasises upon an evaluation of branding from a competitive perspective. Discussion on key success factors for ...
The subject provides an introductory, general underpinning knowledge about the business events industry. It will include management techniques and strategies required for successful event programme planning, budgeting, contracts, marketing, destination site, facility selection ...
The tourism and hospitality industry contributes significantly to a nation’s economy and employs a large number of people. The industry has an ongoing commitment to training in both customer service and technical areas. The curriculum will help to prepare students to step into a wide range of service sectors and to become active stakeholders in…
This subject aims to provide an advanced knowledge and understanding of the concepts and tools for competitive strategy. It focuses upon the evaluation of hospitality business from a competitive perspective within the domestic and international hospitality sectors in ...
This subject will identify and analyse a range of global and local trends and contemporary issues that are affecting the hospitality and related industries now and into the future. It will critically examine the drivers of change and assess their likely impacts on hospitality businesses ...
Events have become an increasingly important revenue generating, marketing and branding tool within the hospitality business. As such, this subject highlights the importance of events to a hospitality business. It provides students with theoretical knowledge required to organize a range ...
The subject aims to equip students with basic knowledge in all aspects of running and managing a food and beverage outlet concerning with the production of quality goods and services, and what are the scientific methods and tools in ensuring the business operations are ...
In a globalised world and an increasingly competitive marketplace with changing socioeconomic environments, innovation and technological advancements have become vitally important. In order to be successful in today’s hospitality and service industries, a clear and strong strategically ...
