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UUM and UNITAR Sign Strategic MoU to Drive Academic Innovation and Lifelong Learning

Universiti Utara Malaysia (UUM) and UNITAR signs a MOU have entered into a landmark Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to foster academic collaboration and promote lifelong learning across Malaysia and beyond.
 
The MoU, signed at UUM’s campus in Sintok, Kedah, outlines a comprehensive framework for cooperation in key areas, including student mobility, staff exchange, appointment of visiting scholars, joint research and publications, and collaborative postgraduate supervision. Both institutions aim to create impactful initiatives that enhance academic excellence, graduate employability, and knowledge sharing.

Prof. Dr. Ahmad Martadha Mohamed, Acting Vice-Chancellor of UUM, emphasized the strategic importance of the partnership:

This collaboration reflects our shared vision to empower learners and foster innovation through academic partnerships. By combining UUM’s research strengths with UNITAR’s flexible learning platforms, we are creating opportunities that transcend traditional boundaries and prepare graduates for the challenges of a globalized economy. Our goal is to produce graduates who are not only academically competent but also industry-ready and globally competitive.

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(from left to right): Megat Mohamad Anuar Megat Noh,  Director of Corporate Services, UNITAR; Professor Emeritus Tan Sri Dato’ Sri Ir Dr. Sahol Hamid Abu Bakar, Vice-Chancellor of UNITAR International University; Prof. Dr. Ahmad Martadha Mohamed, Acting Vice-Chancellor of UUM and Professor Dr. Harlida  Abdul Wahab, Assistant Vice-Chancellor of UUM COLGIS and Dean of the School of Law at the signing ceremony.

Professor Emeritus Tan Sri Dato’ Sri Ir Dr. Sahol Hamid Abu Bakar, Vice-Chancellor of UNITAR International University, echoed this sentiment
The agreement will remain in effect for three years, with the possibility of extension by mutual consent. Both parties have committed to upholding ethical business practices and compliance with relevant laws, including the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission Act and the Personal Data Protection Act.
This partnership marks a significant step toward advancing Malaysia’s higher education sector, supporting national aspirations for inclusive education, digital innovation, and graduate employability.
For more information, visit www.unitar.my 

UNITAR has always championed accessible and inclusive education. Through this MoU, we will work hand-in-hand with UUM to deliver programs and initiatives that support lifelong learning and contribute to Malaysia’s human capital development. This partnership is about creating pathways for learners at every stage of life, ensuring that education remains relevant, flexible, and impactful.

The agreement will remain in effect for three years, with the possibility of extension by mutual consent. Both parties have committed to upholding ethical business practices and compliance with relevant laws, including the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission Act and the Personal Data Protection Act.
 
This partnership marks a significant step toward advancing Malaysia’s higher education sector, supporting national aspirations for inclusive education, digital innovation, and graduate employability.
 
For more information, visit www.unitar.my 

ABOUT UNITAR INTERNATIONAL UNIVERSITY

UNITAR International University (UNITAR) was established in 1997 as the first virtual university in Southeast Asia and among the earliest private universities in the country.  It is the first institution in Asia to be awarded a QS 5-Star Rating for the Online Learning category.  In alignment with the United Nation’s Sustainable Development Goals, UNITAR’s holistic and innovative learning ecosystem provides a comprehensive programme offering for all socio-economic levels whilst developing highly employable and entrepreneurial global citizens. 
 
It aims to go beyond just providing the learning journey for students in acquiring relevant skill sets, but through their C.A.R.E. — Collaborative, Adaptive, Reflective, and Entrepreneurial education methodology, UNITAR nurtures its students in developing self-awareness of their talents and abilities, as well inculcating in them the need for social responsibility whilst moulding them to be better citizens of the nation. 
 
UNITAR’s programmes are offered in 13 locations, including its main campus in urban Kelana Jaya. It has a total enrolment of over 7,000 students spread within 40 homegrown programmes ranging from the Foundation, Diploma and Bachelor’s levels to the postgraduate Master’s and Doctorate’s. To meet the current needs of the industries, UNITAR also provides over 50 professional certification programmes.  With APEL, working professionals can continue their education journey with the option to reduce their programme duration. 
 
UNITAR takes pride in having committed academics housed in various faculties and schools.  The academic verticals comprise of the Faculty of Business, Faculty of Education & Humanities, the School of Information Technology and School of Media, Arts & Design. Since its inception, UNITAR has embarked on an innovative learning methodology where technology is featured significantly but never aimed to replace human relationships.  Its pursuit to offer competitive quality education in both conventional and online teaching modes continues till today, meeting the needs of 21st Century education. 
 

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