TAYLOR’S

MASTER OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION

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Taylor’s University is a world-class international university which aims to provide its students with outstanding teaching and cutting edge learning facilities.

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VICE CHANCELLOR ANDPRESIDENT’S MESSAGE

Our objective is to produce successful graduates who are first choice for leading employers. We also help our students to graduate with the ambition and entrepreneurial skills to establish their own successful businesses. Work experience gained through internship is an integral part of many of our programmes.

Taylor’s University has a strong international outlook based on its international faculty and students who come from all parts of the world. The international community at Taylor’s is something the University is proud of and intends to continue to develop in order to ensure that our graduates are prepared for the modern international workplace.

Research and enterprise are rising ever higher on Taylor’s University's agenda. Developing international-class research and expertise will further raise the reputation and standing of the University and the value of the degrees held by new graduates and alumni.

If you are thinking of becoming a student at Taylor’s University, my colleagues look forward to answering any questions you may have and we look forward to your visit to our Lakeside Campus in Subang Jaya.

Sincerely,Professor Michael DriscollVice Chancellor and PresidentTaylor’s University

GAIN THE RIGHTEDUCATIONALPERSPECTIVE TAYLOR’S

LAKESIDE CAMPUS

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Since 1969, Taylor’s University has played a significant role in developing the nation’s youth to create well-rounded, community-centric contributors with a global outlook. In an increasingly diverse world where problems are complex and the potential for solutions require an integrated approach, we open up a world of possibilities for our students. With an alumni of over 90,000 graduates, many of whom are industry leaders, we are one of Malaysia’s most successful private, higher education institutions. The University brings a new level of commitment to education by offering a range of programmes from foundation to postgraduate levels, with diverse fields ranging from Business, Law, Architecture, Hospitality, Engineering, and Medicine, just to name a few. These are benchmarked against and conducted in collaboration with top-rated partner universities.

Situated in the Klang Valley, Malaysia’s first modern tropical university campus is ingeniously built around an inspiring 5.5 acre lake. The 27 acres green urban campus incorporates many ecologically sustainable principles into its design, such as naturally ventilated spaces and cooling systems. The campus boasts world class educational facilities that prioritise the students’ needs. Comprehensive student support services and notable leisure facilities are easily accessible. Here, tomorrow’s leaders may immerse themselves in an interactive environment that is set against an exquisitely landscaped background in harmony with nature.

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PLACING INNOVATION AT THE HEART OF OUR TEACHING

We value our intellectual capital and this is evident from the first-rate content of the Taylor’s MBA. The calibre of our faculty impacts the way business is both taught and practiced. It makes a difference and distinguishes us from other institutions.

consultants in financial institutions, corporations and government agencies. Such experience allows them to provide invaluable perspectives to students.

DYNAMIC LEARNINGENVIRONMENT

This futuristic-looking campus was designed by a team of international architects and is equipped with contemporary amenities such as WIFI access, amphitheatre-style classrooms, computer centre, student breakout rooms and a business lounge. There are also on-site conveniences including food outlets, banks, sporting venues and convenience stores.

NETWORK OF INDUSTRY EXPERTS

The Industry Advisory Panel (IAP) works closely with TBS to ensure that the curriculums provided are relevant and correspond with current industry practices and requirements. The IAP also assists in providing career opportunities. In tandem, the panel organises seminars featuring expert speakers to help impart insight and industry trends to students.

TAYLOR’SGRADUATE SCHOOL OF MANAGEMENT

Taylor’s Business School (TBS) is an innovative and entrepreneurial management led organisation with more than 3,500 students (both undergraduate and postgraduate). Leveraging on our tradition and track record of excellence, our passion is to develop sought after, future-fit organisational leaders with the capability to create legacies.

As a pioneer in this sector, we are focused on shaping the business minds of tomorrow through high quality business and management development education. Our partnership with industry experts enable us to offer postgraduate programmes that are up-to-date with market trends and are industry-relevant.

We are very happy to welcome you at Taylor’s Graduate School of Management.

With all the changes coming ahead for organisations, entering into postgraduate studies is a wise choice for your professional development, whatever the stage you are in now.

At Taylor’s Graduate School of Management, thank to our experienced team of research-active and industry-connected academics and industry practitioners, you will benefit from the latest knowledge on current concepts, models, tools and methods directly applicable in your organisation. Moreover, a strong emphasis is put on necessary soft skills to perform as a team member and as a leader.

Finally, you will have access to the Taylor’s University world-class facilities and support services, including an incubator, to make your journey with us memorable, useful and rewarding. The entire team and I are at your disposal to make sure that we together achieve our mission to have work-ready and future-proof graduates.

Welcome on board and see you soon!

Professor François ThérinHead of Taylor’s Graduate School of ManagementFaculty of Business and Law

INSPIRING INNOVATIVELEARNING

We offer a quality business education in order to develop the practical and social skills set of students through an approach to learning which engages with:

Blended learning

Interaction with business

Interactive and applied workshops

External speakers

REAL-WORLDBENCHMARKS

Our MBA programme is committed to experiential and action-based learning, exposing students to:

Real-world business challenges

Business scenarios which require risk assessment, creative and critical thinking

Networking with colleagues on the programme and external to the university on contemporary business issues

Chin Sin HweiMBAAIA

Guidance and sharing sessions from working professionals enabled me to relate how theoretical knowledge is applied in a corporate environment.

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PwC Malaysia recruits students from Taylor's University, amongst others. We also work closely with the Taylor's Career Services Hub. Taylor's Career Services team is proactive in finding out the students' developmental needs. With this knowledge, they work with us on programmes that can help students close these gaps. The 'Recruiters' Cycle' programme for example, was where we got to share our insights to the final year students on what we look for in our candidates and in doing so, share with them tips on how to differentiate themselves. It's not just a 'one-size-fits-all' approach as different campuses have different needs. We can always depend on Taylor's Career Services team to promote about our job vacancies and other updates. The most recent example is the Trust Builder's Challenge, which is a campus challenge by PwC Malaysia. This year, we worked with the Career Services Team to promote about this. Currently, Taylor's University has a team that successfully made it to the Finals. The facilities in Taylor's are advanced, creating a cozy environment and space that encourages learning. We enjoy visiting Taylor's Lakeside Campus. We believe that technical capabilities alone are not enough. Graduates who have joined us from Taylor's would have excellent communication skills, are able to interact with people of different backgrounds as well as have the maturity to embrace diversity.

Sherriza Nor RashidiEmployer branding & Talent acquisition,

Lead PwC Malaysia

As an alumnus to Taylor’s University, it’s been really fulfilling to be returning to the campus to engage lecturers and my fellow juniors despite graduating awhile back. My primary focus is exploring and innovating different ways to engage Taylor’s students, graduates and lecturers as part of Maybank’s extensive efforts in building and bridging the network between academia and industry. That includes being involved in the Business School’s Advisory Board, organising our signature international case competition (Maybank GO Ahead. Challenge), engagements & workshops and guest lecturing amongst many other engagements with Taylor’s. The university has an outstanding Career Services team who are always very proactive in engaging students and employers both on and off-campus. This has been consistent with the Taylor’s University team that we have engaged with thus far. Taylor’s graduates are highly agile and entrepreneurial and have definitely proven themselves to be on par or if not better against international graduates from our observations over various engagements such as MGAC.

Sophia AngHead, Talent Attraction and

Workplace Futurisation,Maybank Group

Our experience with Taylor’s University over the last four years has been extremely positive. I personally enjoy working with them as they are very passionate, open and looking for creative ways of collaboration. Taylor’s graduates have been among the most sought after talent for us; not only for their strong technical knowledge but also for their go-getter attitude, very well-rounded skills and leadership skills.

Ling, Ming ChooHR Director – Malaysia, Singapore,

Myanmar, Cambodia & LaosUnilever Malaysia

Taylor's MBA will provide graduates with a strong understanding of the business world, with extensive focus on real life scenarios and critical thinking.

Mohd Dzulfrizal Zulkapli (Rizal Zulkapli)

Astro AWANI,a 24-hour news channel

Yee Yin SinnIBM Malaysia

Taylor's MBA provides me the opportunity to acquire new knowledge & skills relevant to the dynamic business world today. Most of the modules are taught by highly experienced academic experts who were able to share both academic knowledge, business practices & perspectives that contribute to a fruitful learning experience.

Within a very short period of time, the programme enabled me to explore various business modules which gave me different views & perspectives that can be applied directly to my current working environment.

The above comments are from our industry partners and students about our programmes at Taylor's University.

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As well as an additional qualification, membership of CMI provides you with a weallth of management resources and support.

CMI’s dedicated resource portal, Management Direct provides access to a plethora of content available to students to support their studies and academics to enrich their teaching.

Access to circa 3,000 publications, including Harvard Business Review.

Opportunity to build a portfolio to demonstrate extracurricular training.

Exclusive CMI research.

10,000 World-Wide company profile reports.

Videos and podcasts.

Marketing forecast trends.

Fast answers – Enjoy instant access to all answers you need from CMI’s unique online multimedia knowledge base ManagementDirect – a valuable resource to improve your grades and develop your skills.

Mentoring – Experienced managers and leaders will share their skills and experiences to help you further develop your management skills.

Network with the best – Make valuable business contacts at CMI’s frequent events around the UK and in Malaysia.

Student Membership

ManagementDirect

Career Development Centre – Our comprehensive online portal allows you to develop your interview skills, polish your CV and start approaching employers.

Management library – Borrow from 700 books on management, leadership and business from the CMI management library, the largest in the UK.

Show your development – CMI online CPD system allows you to update and access your student record of continuing professional development. A great resource for reviews and job interviews.

when you receive a CMI professional qualification that is industry-recognised.

networking events.

lectures from top level CMI industry- expert members.

framework and is recognised by the European Credit Framework.

into the next stage of training to become Chartered Managers.

CMI Affiliate member, giving you a host of additional benefits to support your development and employability.

CMI is the only chartered professional body in the UK dedicated to promoting the highest standards in mangement and leadership excellence. It is the only organisation awarding Chartered Manager status, the hallmark of any professional manager and encompasses a membership community of more than 120,000 strong.

Taylor's MBA is accredited by the Chartered Management Institute (CMI).

upon successful completion of Taylor's MBA.

ACCREDITED BY CHARTERED MANAGEMENTINSTITUTE (CMI)

Chartered Manager

This award recognises professionnal managerial competence and functional ability.

It takes consistent high performers who are committed to current best practices and ethical standards to the next level of managerial awareness.

It improves employability and makes you stand out from the competition.

Chartered Manager is the most prestigious status that can be achieved in the management profession.

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GLOBAL MOBILITY

Benefit from global outlook, connections and foster international links as this MBA brings together students, faculty and organisations from around the world. Students train to navigate change, and use it to create new business opportunities and areas for personal growth.

SELF-DIRECTED LEARNING

The MBA steps away from conventional paper-based, case study approach and maximises the opportunity to discover practical business solutions using the tools and techniques developed both in and outside the classroom. We connect the learning process to real business through an approach that gives students the tools and experience to lead change and innovation. We are aware of your pressing work schedules and that time is a commodity for working adults. To accommodate students’ work/study balance we have integrated the e-learning platform which enables you to access recorded lectures via ReWIND and learning resources with ease and flexibility. Features include e-tutoring, e-submission, and e-forum.

SELF-DEVELOPMENT

management issues

Comprehensive insight and the aptitude to bring formulated strategies to fruition in an efficient manner

CAREER PROGRESSION

HUMAN CAPITAL INVESTMENT

improve their managerial and networking skills

THE TAYLOR’S MBA

Our innovative, practical and globally relevant curriculum combines personalised leadership development with a multi-disciplinary approach to strategy. The Taylor’s MBA is designed to provide a foundation of business knowledge, insights and skills crucial for achieving success. As we emphasise the development of personal leadership styles, goals, and competencies, the students hone fundamental skills required of top executives: working with management, shareholders and stakeholders, and managing teams and relationships.

INDUSTRY PRACTITIONER AND ACADEMIC FACULTY TEAM

As part of our commitment to excellence, our programme offers a blend of academic and industry-centric information. Our faculty comprises, industry practitioners and academic professionals which give students a wider business perspective on contemporary issues and prepares them for future challenges.

REDEFINING CAREERBOUNDARIES

The Taylor’s MBA is a route for experienced managers or entrepreneurs wishing to continue working whilst striving towards higher levels of management. Corporate representatives make regular visits to campus, many of them alumni who can offer advice and connections to get you to that next step in your professional life.

CMI BUSINESS SERIES

The Taylor’s MBA programme employs the use of the CMI Business Series, which operating in parallel to the academic curriculum, ensures students gain networking opportunities and further engagement with the business world.

Through the CMI Business Series, external industry speakers share their perspectives on a range of contemporary business topics such as 'disruptive innovation' and the 'accidental manager'.

TAYLOR’S MBA (MASTER OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION)KPT/JPS (R/340/7/0427) (MQA/FA4445) 05/24

PROGRAMME STRUCTUREA minimum period of 12 months spent pursuing a Taylor’s MBA, makes this an ideal option for working adults. As Taylor’s MBA reflects both the latest challenges facing businesses and up-to-date insights from our industry experts, the range of electives are revised based on market trends. There is a strong focus on self-development which you can start to apply immediately to your working life.

The Taylor’s MBA is made up of six (6) core modules, one (1) elective module, three (3) specialisation modules and a research project.

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TAYLOR’S MBA

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*Note:Research Methodology for Executive is a pre- requisite to Business Management Project.

CORE MODULES

32 CREDITS - 8 MODULES INCLUDING PROJECT MODULES

Asian Economic Environment

Managing Decisions

Delivering Value to Customers

Managing People for Performance

Strategy and Innovation

Financing The Corporation

Research Methodology for Executives

Business Management Project*

SPECIALISATION MODULES

12 CREDITS - 3 MODULES INCLUDING PROJECT MODULESStudent to choose 3 modules from the list below

International Finance

Risk Management and Strategy

Investment and Portfolio Management

Social Commerce and Digital Marketing

Strategic Customer Management

Services Marketing

ELECTIVE MODULES

4 CREDITS - 1 MODULEStudent to choose 1 module from the list below

Project Management and Consultancy

Doing Businessin Asia

Leadership and Management of Change

Managing Business in The Global Context

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PROGRAMME  SYNOPSISCORE  MODULES

DELIVERING  VALUETO  CUSTOMERS

MANAGING  DECISIONS

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To give students knowledge of accounting concepts that will enable them to use financial managers and accountants as sources of expert advice, so that they can both brief them and understand their recommendations and reasoning.

STRATEGY  AND    INNOVATION

The focus of this course is to create a long-term vision for the organization and the strategies required to attain and sustain a competitive advantage. A primary element of the module is the formulation and implementation of effective business and corporate level strategies. This module also will enable students to enhance their understanding of innovation and creativity in a variety of contexts and from perspectives that include the individual, the organisation and society. Using current academic research, we reflect upon the practice of innovation and creativity, and explore the potential of applying theories to foster sustainable competitive advantage for both new and existing organisations.

This module intended to enable students to understand and critically evaluate how organisations deliver value to their customers. Taking a cross-disciplinary approach, the module uses appropriate marketing and operations theories to support students in analysing the delivery of customer value in different organisational contexts.

MANAGING  PEOPLE  FOR  PERFORMANCE

This subject is designed to provide the candidate with a strategic and comprehensive understanding on how organizations with motivated, talented employees that offer outstanding services are more likely to pull ahead of the competition. Managing People for Performance emphasizes this key competitive advantage, showing students that success in today’s globalized business world can be found, not in technology and products, but in an organization’s people.

FINANCINGTHE  CORPORATION

Finance is one of the key functions in business. The financial manger must understand and be able to apply basic economic principles affecting investment and financing decisions. Thus, this course examines important issues in corporate finance from the perspective of financial managers who are responsible for making significant investment and financing decisions.

ASIAN  ECONOMIC  ENVIRONMENT

This is a course of the economies of Asia. It is designed to provide students with a basic overview of the contemporary economic development process and current economic environment of China and Japan, as well as such countries as Cambodia, Malaysia, South Korea, Thailand, and Vietnam. Particular emphasis will be placed on understanding the diversity of the region and the role that especially economics, as well as politics and culture play in the development process, understand their recommendations and reasoning.

SPECIALISATION  MODULES

BUSINESS  MANAGEMENTPROJECT

RESEARCH  METHODOLOGYFOR  EXECUTIVES

Research Methodology for Executives is an important component to complement the Business Management Project Module in the Master in Business Administration. The module is primarily intended to address the process of the production of a business management project dissertation through the acquisition of sufficient familiarity with the research process.

This module allows students to apply theory and practice of graduate level studies in business to resolving real-world business issues; i.e. Research, analyse, evaluate and propose practical business solutions within the bounds of the Business Management project exercise

RISK  MANAGEMENTAND  STRATEGY

INVESTMENT  AND  PORTFOLIO  MANAGEMENT

INTERNATIONAL  FINANCE

To have an in-depth understanding of international finance and financial markets (in particular the growing financial markets in Asia) to analyse risks that exist in international finance including foreign exchange, foreign trade and investment risks and to select and use appropriate techniques to manage such risks.

To provide students with a good knowledge and understanding of the economic and business concepts of risk in the main functional areas of a business (e.g. credit risk, market risk, operational risk).This will enable the student to critically evaluate the main areas of risk in a business; and deal with complex problems relating to those risks. Besides providing the students with an appreciation of the range of the main areas of risk in the business, the module aims to provide a strategic framework in which the student can employ various tools and mechanisms for managing risk.

To give students a good grounding in the theoretical concepts as well as practical skills/techniques relating to the construction and management of investment portfolios (to manage their own personal assets and/or the assets of others). Emphasis is therefore placed on the analytical aspects of Investment and Portfolio management and the decision making process to enable students to effectively apply established theories and models in the financial world.

STRATEGIC  CUSTOMERMANAGEMENT

SERVICES  MARKETING

SOCIAL  COMMERCE  AND  DIGITAL  MARKETING

Internet and social media have dramatically changed the way people communicate with one another and market. The increasing number of internet users and the proliferation of devices, platforms, and applications present the marketers new opportunities and challenges to attract new and prospective customers. This course is designed to help students understand the digital marketing environment and harness it to optimize the customer experience, shape the customer decision-making and business effectiveness.

Managing and nurturing a company’s interactions with customers and sales prospects. It involves using technology to organize, automate, and synchronize business processes - principally sales related activities, but also those for marketing, customer service, and technical support. The overall goals are to find, attract, and win new customers, nurture and retain those the company already has, entice former customers back into the fold, and reduce the costs of marketing and customer service.

To give students knowledge of services marketing concepts that will enable them to understand the unique challenges inherent in managing and delivering quality services, so that they can have the opportunity to apply the tools and strategies to effectively manage customer satisfaction and loyalty.

MANAGING  BUSINESS  IN  THE  GLOBAL  CONTEXT

PROJECT  MANAGEMENTAND  CONSULTANCY

ELECTIVES  MODULES

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Consultants are hired when clients do not know what action to take, when they are uncertain or when they lack sufficient time for proper reflection. The consultants’ task is to solve management problems, improve performance, implement changes or seize new opportunities. However, even when consultants are called in to help, it is far from certain that clients will follow the advice, make the right decisions or carry out the measures necessary to implement change.

DOING  BUSINESSIN  ASIA

This module aims to equip students with the awareness and understanding of the challenges of managing at a strategic level in an East Asian operational environment (China, India, Japan respectively have been selected as the key countries).

LEADERSHIP  AND  MANAGEMENT  OF  CHANGE

Students will critically examine and evaluate all aspects of leadership and change management theory and practice, develop a self-awareness and reflective learning capacity in terms of their personal attitude to leading change in organizations.

Globalization means that almost every company is affected by competition from foreign enterprises. Many firms are seeking opportunities to enter new foreign markets and expand in ones they already have penetrated. In this course, students will learn about the formation and implementation of business strategy, as well as the latest research about global business strategy, which challenges traditional ways of thinking.

1. Students are expected to complete 12 modules (8 core including Project, 3 specialisations and 1 elective which will equal to 48 credits.

2. New electives can be offered as and when the need arises.3. Research Methodology for Executive is a pre-requisite to Business Management Project and has to be done in the

penultimate semester and not in the same semester as Business Management Project.4. Students can choose when to pick the elective to either give themselves three (3) modules per semester or have

one semester with four (4) modules.5. Students are allowed to take a maximum of four (4) modules in a semester6. In doubt, please seek the Head of School/Programme Director for module enrolment and progression advice.7. Modules offered are subjected to changes.

* Note:

This publication contains information, which is current as of August 2019. Changes in circumstances after this date may impact upon the accuracy or timeliness of the information. Taylor’s University does its best to ensure that the information contained herein is accurate, but reserves the right to change any information described here without notice. Readers are responsible for verifying information that pertains to them by contacting the university.

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