BSc (Hons) in Information Technology - Digital Transformation Specialization

Program outline

This program is specifically designed to provide students with:

• A broad range of digital technologies and platforms for digital business transformation and nurture digital leaders or entrepreneurs for the future economy.
• Necessary knowledge and content on the most in-demand skills in digital leadership, namely digital transformation, marketing, analytics, finance, and execution.

Degree level 1

Students will learn fundamental skills required by every IT professional, and the basic understanding of the underlying computer system through computer architecture, operating systems, networking, and databases. Some specialized modules will provide the basic knowledge of digital technologies. The modules will also help them develop personal and organizational skills, as well as nurture creativity and innovation.

Common modules

• Intercultural Awareness and Cultural Diversity
• Digital Thinking and Innovation
• Mathematical Concepts for Computing
• Operating Systems & Computer Architecture
• Python Programming
• System Analysis & Design
• Introduction to Databases
• Introduction to Networking

Specialized modules

• Fundamentals of Web Design and Development
• Introduction to C Programming

Degree level 2

A broader range of skills will be learned, in which students will gain a solid grounding in the general technical aspects of digital technologies and platforms for digital business transformation. They will gain a better understanding, and skills on how digital technologies and business models are radically changing competitive dynamics across industries.

Common modules

• Programming for Data Analysis
• System Development Methods
• Object-Oriented Development with Java
• Probability & Statistical Modeling
• System and Network Administration
• Research Methods for Computing and Technology
• Creativity & Innovation
• Integrated Business Processes with SAP ERP
• Human-Computer Interaction
• Web Applications

Specialized modules

• Leading Digital Business Transformation
• Digital Marketing Strategy

Internship (16 weeks)

Students will undertake an Internship/Industrial Training for a minimum period of 16 weeks to prepare them for a smooth transition from the classroom to the working environment.

Degree level 3

Level 3 focuses on the broad theoretical foundation for understanding contemporary phenomena, provides methods and techniques for analyzing the implications of digitalization and supports students in developing practical skills to deal with change in complex environments.

Students will make use of their previous studies and industrial experience to extend their familiarity in the field of business information technologies and to refine their personal and professional development. A final year project requires them to investigate and develop a solution for a real-world finance business problem – they will demonstrate their ability to combine technical knowledge, critical thinking, and analytical skills to produce a personal achievement portfolio.

Common modules

• Investigations in Digital Transformation
• Project Management
• Computer Systems Management
• Cloud Infrastructure and Services
• Project in Digital Transformation
• Innovation Management and New Product Development
• Advanced Database System
• Entrepreneurship

Specialized modules

• Digital Finance
• Digital Strategy and Analytics
• Digital Execution

MQA compulsory subjects*

• Ethnic Relations (M’sian Students)
• Islamic & Asian Civilisation (M’sian Students)
• Malaysian Studies (Int’l Students)
• Malay Communication Language (Int’l Students)
• Workplace Professional Communication Skills
• Employee & Employment Trends
• Co-Curriculum

(*All students are required to successfully complete these modules as stipulated by the Malaysian Qualification Agency.)

Note: The specialism will appear only in the academic transcript.

Career options

Graduates will be prepared for a career that extends beyond traditional positions in consulting and corporate IT Departments. As digitization enters ever more spheres of society, the potential is there for jobs to be created for specific situations. Graduate may take up a career in:

• Business IT Analyst
• Digital Engineer
• Digital Lead
• Entrepreneur
• Innovation Architect
• Business Strategies
• Digital Transformation Officer
• Digital Strategist
• Chief Innovation Officer (CIO)
• Digital Designer
• Business Transformation Analyst
• Customer Experience Transformation Lead
• Enterprise Digital Transformation Specialist
• HR Digital Transformation Lead
• Strategic IT Consultant
• Digital Finance Transformation Leader