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Universiti Utara Malaysia (UUM)

Universiti Utara Malaysia (UUM)

  • Malaysia
  • Kuala Lumpur

UUM’s MBA, offered by the AACSB‑accredited Othman Yeop Abdullah Graduate School of Business, empowers mid‑career professionals. Ranked Top 200 globally and #1 in Malaysia, this 12‑month, English‑taught program offers scholarships, CMI Chartered Manager status, and a serene forest campus.

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UUM Full-Time MBA

12-month English-taught MBA combining strategic leadership, finance, marketing, and innovation modules; includes CMI Chartered Manager.
  • Duration 12 months
  • Tuition fees €8,516.00
  • International students 20 %
  • Intakes September
  • Women 20 %
  • AVG. work experience 4 years
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#1
in Malaysia - QS Global MBA Ranking 2024
#28
in Asia - QS Global MBA Ranking 2024
#79
QS Asia University Rankings 2025
#151-200
QS World University Rankings: Global MBA 2025
#71
Times Higher Education (THE) World University Rankings 2025

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An MBA in the Tropics: Inspiring Women Leaders in Malaysia

Discover Norlaily Jazam’s journey through the MBA and Ph.D. pathways at the Universiti Utara Malaysia (UUM). From shaping her leadership style to informing policy through career-changing insights, she shares her learning experience and offers advice for women aspiring to leadership roles in the finance space.

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Tell Me About Universiti Utara Malaysia (UUM)

Founded in 1984, UUM is Malaysia’s management university, housed on a sprawling 1,061‑hectare forest campus in Sintok. Its College of Business is AACSB‑accredited, placing it among the top 6% globally. With over 33,000 students and a vibrant international community, UUM combines academic rigor with real-world leadership training at its OYAGSB graduate school.

Where is Universiti Utara Malaysia (UUM) Located?

Nestled in Kedah’s lush, tropical Sintok region, just 48 km from Alor Star, UUM sits beside two rivers on a former tin-mining landscape. The expansive campus offers a peaceful learning environment with modern amenities and easy access to local cultural hubs and northern Malaysia’s scenic beauty.

Is Universiti Utara Malaysia (UUM) Accredited?

The Othman Yeop Abdullah Graduate School of Business holds esteemed AACSB accreditation since 2016—one of just a few in Malaysia and among the top 6% worldwide.

The MBA is also AMBA- and ABEST21-accredited and includes Chartered Manager status from the Chartered Management Institute.


What Programs Can I Study at Universiti Utara Malaysia (UUM)?

The MBA is a full-time (12 months) program designed for working professionals, delivered in English through intensive modules. Courses include strategic management, finance, marketing, operations, and e‑business. Students earn 48 credits and Chartered Manager certification. UUM also offers part-time, hybrid DBA and Doctor of Management programs tailored for experienced leaders.

Does Universiti Utara Malaysia (UUM) Have Any Scholarships?

UUM offers competitive merit-based and need-based scholarships for MBA candidates, including government-linked funds and faculty-specific awards. Additional funding opportunities are accessible via partnerships like the Global Study Awards and various international grants. All prospective students are encouraged to apply early.

A Fun Fact About Universiti Utara Malaysia (UUM)

UUM’s Sintok campus rises from a former tin‑mining site and spans a lush tropical forest with rivers. It features a go‑kart track, nine‑hole golf course, archery range, ostrich farm, and open-access picnic areas—creating a green campus that serves both educational and recreational needs.