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Overview – This course intends to expose students with the principles, concepts and techniques in investment. Among the topics covered are investment settings, securities market and investment instruments, unit trusts, portfolio theory particularly the risk-return relationships and market equilibrium models, efficient market theory, fixed income securities, security analysis, derivative markets and portfolio management. Focuses will be given on the Malaysian equity market.
This course aims to provide a balanced exposure to students in terms of conceptual understanding of mathematics, development and application of mathematical techniques in the context of business, economics and social sciences. Among the highlighted aspects include elementary functions, linear mathematics and calculus with both theoretical and real-life applications.
"Mathematics gives us hope that every problem has a solution"
This course will enriched students knowledge about the concepts and issues of human behaviours in organisations. Organisational behaviour is closely linked to human behaviour, at individual, group and organisational level. The main goal of the course is to enable students as future managers to understand the concept of organisational behaviour as a mechanism to improve employee productivity, motivation, satisfaction and performance besides to reduce negative work behaviours.
This course provides a fundamental concepts on Ethnobiology which involves learning traditional knowledge on how human/indigenous people use and managed natural resources such as plants and animals. A scientific approach on how scientist help improved the traditional knowledged leading into a sustainable uses of natural resources also will be discussed.
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This course provides an in-depth exploration of botanical concepts relevant to Dendrology. Students will gain a solid understanding of the International Code of Botanical Nomenclature (ICBN) and learn essential herbarium management techniques. A comprehensive overview of plant taxonomic systems will equip students with the knowledge to apply taxonomic concepts effectively in Dendrology. Practical sessions will focus on utilizing flora checklists, plant and wood classification systems, and identifying key characteristics of dipterocarps and non-dipterocarps. Field discussions and hands-on experiences at Sandakan Herbarium and Forest Reserve will reinforce learning and provide opportunities to apply theoretical knowledge. The course will also delve into global vegetation patterns, with a particular focus on forest types in Malaysia and the world. Students will explore dominant tree species within each forest type and examine the relationships between these species and their specific habitats.
Service industries are progressively becoming an important source of income for countries worldwide. The exponential growth of the services sector has also been instrumental to stimulate employment opportunities. According to a recent report, Malaysia’s service sector accounted for more than 50 percent of the GDP in 2016 and 54 percent of its workforce is contributed by the service industry (The World Factbook, 2017).
This course examines the important and growing role of service marketing in both consumer and organizational target markets. Specifically, the course aims to acquaint students with the unique challenges inherent in marketing of services; and the theoretical concepts, tools, and strategies needed to address them. By discussing current issues in services marketing and customer service strategies, this course offers a better understanding of effective customer relationship management; key service delivery elements; and service recovery strategies that lead to the successful implementation of customer focus in service-based businesses.
This course provides students with knowledge of how human behavior influences an organization. It will introduce students to concepts and theories of organizational behavior. Lectures and case studies will cover topics related to individual differences, job satisfaction, reward management, leadership, power and politics, as well as the organizational process. Current issues such as diversity, corporate social responsibility, ethical dilemmas in information technology, and changing nature of the workforce will be discussed throughout the course.
This course helps students understand how human behavior affects organizations. It covers key concepts and theories of organizational behavior, including topics like individual differences, job satisfaction, leadership, power, and organizational processes. Students will also explore current issues such as diversity, corporate social responsibility, ethics in information technology, and the changing workforce.
This course introduces students to the fundamental principles and practices of managing organizations in a global context. It explores how businesses operate across international borders and adapt to diverse cultural, economic, legal, and political environments. Students will gain foundational knowledge of international management concepts, including global strategy, organizational structures, leadership, human resource management, communication, and ethics. Emphasis is placed on developing personal and entrepreneurial skills through interactive learning, group activities, and real-world case studies. By the end of the course, students will be able to describe key international management concepts, engage effectively in multicultural settings, and apply basic entrepreneurial thinking to global business challenges.