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Wawasan Open University

51-20 Menara BHL, Jalan Sultan Ahmad Shah, 10050 Penang, Malaysia
Tel:04 2273323 Fax: 04 2269323
E-mail: studentsupport@wef.org.my
Learning Centers: Ipoh Kuala Lumpur Johor Bahru

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Wawasan Open University College
 Malaysia’s first charity-backed private open learning institution http://www.wou.edu.my
Partners in Collaboration

WAWASAN OPEN UNIVERSITY aims to provide world-class education to all Malaysians. To attain global academic standards, offer industry-relevant knowledge and skills, as well as provide international-class qualifications, it plans to establish academic working relationship with:

Kolej Disted-Stamford Penang
Open Polytechnic New Zealand
Open University Hong Kong
Open University United Kingdom
The Commonwealth of Learning
Official Opening of Wawasan Open University (WOU)


WAWASAN Open University was officially launched on 22nd September 2006 by Higher Education Minister Datuk Mustapa Mohamed.

WOU is Malaysia second open university after Open University Malaysia (OUM). The university is located in Penang and funded by Wawasan Education Foundation, a tax-exempted entity established by Gerakan and supported by the Yeap Chor Ee Charitable and Endowment Trusts.

With the concept of open learning, higher education is not only for those aged 17 to 25 years but also those beyond 25.

The existence of two open universities in Malaysia encourage service providers to give wider opportunities for adults to continue their studies, which have been limited before.

There were about five million people in Malaysia who had passed the Sijil Pelajaran Malaysia examination but could not continue their studies to university level. These include civil servants, teachers, police personnel and factory workers. Just one per cent of this will be 50,000 people. Thus two open universities may not be enough to provide the opportunities for higher education among this group.

When Wawasan Open University (WOU) opened its door on 22nd January 2007, the initial offering were 11 undergraduate degree programmes under three faculties -
the science and technology,
business administration and
foundation studies.   

Courses include
degrees in information systems,
computing science & artificial intelligence,
business information systems,
accounting and sales & marketing.

The cost of an undergraduate programme is about RM16,000. 

University Admission for Students with Lesser Academic Qualifications

Apart from regular university admission, WOU also admits students through its unique Open Entry admission system. Aspiring students who do not possess the necessary academic qualifications but have sufficient work experience are eligible to enroll through this unique open entry admission system. In a knowledge driven economy, the issue is no longer how much a person knows. It is more on how one can make use of the opportunities available to undergo constant skills upgrading and retraining in order to stay ahead of your competitors in today’s demanding workplace. With this WOU is committed to meeting the needs of working adults through its flexible, affordable and accessible education.
Industry Driven Curricular Design
All Wawasan Open University’s programs from diploma to doctorate level were designed by leading international and local experts with input from the key industry figures and organizations. At postgraduate level, the university offers the Commonwealth Executive Master of Business Administration and the Commonwealth Executive Master of Public Administration, jointly developed by subject experts from open universities across the Commonwealth in collaboration with the Vancouver based Commonwealth of Learning. It also offers two MBA programs with specializations in construction management and manufacturing and production management and Doctor and Masters of Philosophy to professionals in the respective industries.
Recognized and Accredited by Government

All WOU programs are approved by Malaysian Ministry of Higher Education (MOHE) and accredited by the Malaysian Qualifications Agency (MQA).

The Commonwealth Executive Master of Business Administration (CeMBA) program as well as the business and technology degree programs are recognized by the Public Service Department (JPA).

Online Distance Learning requires independent thinking and confidence, qualities international and local employers recognize in WOU students.

College and university graduates of today are expected to have a much stronger business understanding, soft skills and knowledge of leading edge technology such as cloud computing, Web 2.0 and beyond.

Knowledge driven organizations should invest in training their workforce. Workers themselves must also realize that increasing their skills base enhances their employability and hence promotion prospects.
Student Centered Learning Support

With an effective blend of conventional and technology based delivery methods, students enjoy the best of both worlds at WOU. The Open Distance Learning environment at Wawasan Open University, Malaysia serves to develop the student’s skills as they absorb knowledge through self learning, monthly face to face tutorials, additional tutor assistance via phone or email counseling and other user friendly ICT based learner support services.

The university’s unique learning management system, the WawasanLearn, offers an interactive platform for students to interact with the students in WOU and manage their studies at their own pace.

Students will decide what to study anytime, anywhere. The self-paced learning environment ensures that learners are not burdened with a rigid schedule and fixed durations. At WOU, there is no maximum time limit imposed.

Affordable and Flexible Tuition Payment
Education fees are kept low and with a  flexible payment system where students pay only for the number of courses registered in each semester.

To provide more study opportunities to adult learners, the university offers new students access to great fee rebates and WOU Study Grand for those eligible when they register for any of the undergraduate programs. Other financial incentives are in store to make learning more affordable.
Wawasan Open University (WOU), Malaysia with its unique flexible Open Distance Learning (ODL) system brings education to today’s working professionals by breaking down barriers of time, space and cost.

The university’s aim is to deliver quality tertiary education through its recognized and accredited programs in various areas of specializations.

WOU caters for adult learners form all walks of life.

Distance Learning from Private Universities

Six private universities offering long distance learning programmes in Malaysia

There are six private Higher Learning Institutions (IPTS) offer long distance learning programmes in 2013:
1) Al-Madinah International University
2) Universiti Tun Abdul Razak
3) Wawasan Open University
4) Malaysia Open University
5) Asia e University
6) International Centre for Education in Islamic Finance

Course curriculum are conducted by the universities and it achieved the specified result and followed guidelines set by the Malaysian Qualifications Agency (MQA).

To ensure the quality control of IPTS in terms of curriculum and long distance learning, the Malaysian Qualifications Agency (MQA) supervise and monitor the universities periodically.
In monitored long distance learning programmes offered by universities, a higher education committee was set up to approve and monitor courses offered by universities, including long distance learning programmes.

MQA has also developed the Open and Distance Learning Practice Code to help universities ensure quality of long distance learning programmes was on par with those carried out conventionally.
 Wawasan Open University is dedicated to serve the needs of adult learners.
Currently, it programmes offers through the open distance learning mode are :
1) sub-degree,
2) degree and
3) postgraduate .
Based in Penang, it strategically utilizes information technology, a network of regional offices, learning centers and a team of well-trained tutors to support students throughout the nation.

 

Gain the knowledge and skills you need to advance in the public services sector with a Commonwealth Executive Master of Public Administration (CeMPA) degree from Wawasan Open University (WOU).
Those who are school teacher, or working in government-related bodies, NGOs or international agencies, can now have a leg-up to prosper in job or even enter another career path.


WOU offers this opportunity to working adults, especially to those in the government sector, to obtain a master’s degree while they work. WOU has already produced graduates from among government employees who are the proud holders of the CeMPA degree.


Many chose to study at WOU because of the flexible study times.
Learners are exposed to public policy, public systems management, contemporary administrative systems, development planning and administration, disaster management, corporate governance and ethics, and project management.


Learners can continue to work while they pursue their CeMPA qualifications, from the comfort of their home or anywhere, according to their own pace and convenience.
 

Wawasan Open University (WOU) has appealed to the Higher Education Ministry to reduce from five to four years the period for a degree-level programme
The requirement was not only too long but would turn away prospective students.

The ministry demands that they must study for five years before they can get a degree. Those who join open university will have to spend five years before they can get a degree.
This will scare the people
Malaysian working adults should work harder and keep on improving themselves in order to help Malaysia become a high-income nation by 2020.

He said the culture among working adults to further their studies was at a very low level compared to other countries, especially developed countries.

There were more than 10 million workers in Malaysia but less than 20 percent of them have degrees, whereas a big percentage of them were Sijil Pelajaran Malaysia (SPM) holders.

Malaysia Wawasan Open University Scholarship Fund

The Wawasan Open University Scholarship Fund is established to assist needy adult learners to re-skill, retrain and re-tool themselves through open distance learning at  Wawasan Open University.

To celebrate the inauguration of its establishment, financial assistance in the form of tuition fees shall be awarded to needy and eligible candidates who are  admitted to programmes of study with Wawasan Open University for the January,  2007 Semester only.

Eligible programmes of study :
Accounting (KA7120)
Banking and Finance (KN6945)
Business Information Systems (KA 7119)
Management (KA7118)
Sales & Marketing (KN6944)
Computer Systems and Networks (KN 6946)
Computing and Intelligent Systems (KA 7122)
Electronic Commerce (KN 6947)
Electronics (KA7214)
Information and Communication Technology (KA 7215)

Who can apply ?
- Malaysian Citizens
- Students who are enrolled in a programme of study with Wawasan Open University
- Students who possess a Gross Family Income of NOT MORE than RM 3,000 per month or RM 36,000 p.a.

Selection and Award Committees :  The selection and award of financial assistance is administered by the Selection Committee and the Award Committee.

Terms :
Financial assistance is targeted at students who possess a Gross Family income of NOT MORE than RM 3,000 per month or RM36, 000 p.a. only.

Successful applicants must have signed up for a programme with the University. The administration & processing fee (RM50) and the resource and services fee (RM100) must be borne by the applicant where applicable.

Members of the Scholarship Selection Committee and Award Committee are required to disclose any relationships to applicants.

The University reserves the right to award partial tuition fees where appropriate. Its decision is final.

The University reserves the right to revoke the award if the student fails to comply with the Rules and Regulations of the University or if false information is found to be furnished by the applicant to manipulate the outcome of the award.
How to apply Wawasan Open University Scholarship Fund ?

Scholarship Fund Application Forms are available at all Wawasan Open University Regional Offices. It can also be downloaded from the University website at www.wou.edu.mv . Completed Application Forms can be submitted to the University Headquarters as well as to any of its four regional offices.

Penang Regional & Learning Office
No.7 China Street Ghaut, 10300 Penang

Tel : 04-2633 323 / 2625 359 Fax : 04-2623 669 Email : ro_pg@wou.edu.my

Ipoh Regional & Learning Office
Wisma Gerakan, 80 Persiaran Green Hill, 30450 Ipoh, Perak

Tel : 05-2426 323 / 2436 323 Fax : 05-2549 323 Email : ro_ip@wou.edu.my

Johor Bahru Regional & Learning Office
17&19 Jalan Jaya 2, Taman Jaya, 81300 Skudai, Johor

Tel : 07-5564 323 / 5566 323 Fax : 07-5549 323 Email : ro_jb@wou.edu.my

Kuala Lumpur Regional & Learning Office
Level 3 Menara PGRM, 8 Jalan Pudu Ulu, 56100 Cheras, Kuala Lumpur

Tel : 03-92817 323 / 92838 323 / 92847 323 Fax : 03-92849 323 Email : ro_kl@wou.edu.my

Petaling Jaya Regional & Support Office
L2 - 6 & 7, Wisma BU8, 11, Lebuh Bandar Utama, Bandar Utama, 47800 Petaling Jaya, Selangor

Tel : 03-76297 223 / 76297 123 Fax : 03-76297 023 Email: rso_bu@wou.edu.my

Kota Bharu Regional & Learning Office
No. 3956, Tingkat Bawah, Wisma Gerakan, Jalan Temenggong, 15000 Kota Bharu, Kelantan

Tel : 09-7487 323 / 7486 323  Fax : 09-7489 323 Email : ro_kb@wou.edu.my

Kuching Regional & Learning Office
SL14, Ground & First Floor, Westin Avenue, Jalan Tun Jugah, 93350 Kuching, Sarawak

Tel: 08-2578 923 / 08-2575 923  Fax: 08-2576 923  Email: ro_kc@wou.edu.my
Wawasan Open University has six regional offices in Malaysia:

1) Penang,
2) Ipoh,
3) Kuala Lumpur,
4) Johor Bahru,
5) Kota Bharu,
6) Bandar Utama

The Vision Wawasan Open University

Wawasan Open is a vibrant learning community that inspires learning, supports innovation and nurtures all-round personal growth. This Open University College offers courses in information technology, science, philology, business management, accounting and art.

The Mission

We are committed to the expansion of opportunities in higher education and to teaching excellence aimed at increasing the level of knowledge and scholarship among all Malaysians.

Malaysia's first non-profit open learning institution, funded by charitable trusts and members of the public.

The university located at Jalan Sultan Ahmad Shah (Northam Road), at the land formally owned by the late Yeap Chor Ee family. The present University office was formerly the home of the family house called Homestead at the famous Millionaire Rows.

The Yeap family foundation also donated substantially to the university.

Based in Penang and fully supported initially by student learning centers located in Kuala Lumpur, Ipoh and Johor Baru. WAWASAN primary mission is to make higher education Open to All.

WAWASAN OPEN UNIVERSITY committed to providing affordable, accessible and flexible higher education for all Malaysians - mature students, working adults, school leavers to realize their hidden potential and further develop themselves in life.

Photo Right : Statute of the late Yeap Chor Ee

 YEAP CHOR EE

The Values

We believe that you have the potential to develop to the fullest in line with the cherished noble values that we all share. We believe in :

Upholding high institutional standards

  • We provide life-long learning and personal development opportunities for everyone. To this end, we ensure open admission and access to all.
  • We believe in providing an innovative, comprehensive academic programme that offers you top quality instruction, high institutional standards and a broad range of educational opportunities.

Celebrating the diversity of our students

  • At Wawasan Open, we believe that your achievements, talents and heritage contribute significantly to our community. We support your right and responsibility to take an active role in the learning process to make your learning experience a productive one.
  • Honesty and integrity in the teaching, learning and advisory process is essential, and an objective evaluation of your skills and abilities is key to your success. At Wawasan Open, we celebrate the diversity of our student communities and we are positive you will find the experience personally enriching.

Recognizing our employees

  • We believe in recognizing the value and expertise of our employees, fostering mutual respect and upholding their rights. As an equal opportunity employer, Wawasan Open provides a supportive environment that helps employees attain the right balance between their working lives and their personal commitments.
  • We recognize the right and responsibility of our employees to play an active role in their professional development as they strive for excellence. We help them in this process by creating an honest and transparent decision-making process.

Valuing citizens and the community

  • To live up to the trust placed in us by our sponsors, our students, and private donors, we are committed to the responsible management of our financial resources.
  • We aim to contribute to the educational, economic, human resources, technological, socio-economic and cultural development of the nation while preserving ecological sustainability.
Wawasan Open University CollegeWawasan Open University College is an open distance learning institution - set to bring opportunities for higher learning to Malaysians who wish to study for accredited qualifications or for personal enrichment without leaving their homes and jobs.

The flexible self-paced learning environment is specially designed for the convenience and accessibility of adult learners.

Funded by charitable trusts, corporations and the public, it is Malaysia's first private not-for-profit open learning institution.

It aims to bring down the personal cost of learning to a level that more people can afford.

Wawasan Open University College chose to locate its headquarters in Penang, from where courses and programmes will be designed to the highest international standards for delivery to the whole nation using both analogue and digital technologies. Learners will be supported by trained tutors in learning centers across the country - located initially, in the higher population density areas of Penang, Ipoh, Kuala Lumpur and Johor Bahru
School of Foundation Studies

The School of Foundation Studies conducts two categories of courses for all students. They are University and Lembaga Akreditasi Negara (LAN) courses. SFS also offers Headstart Programme to enhance students’ readiness for tertiary study before they embark on degree programmes at the University. In addition, SFS offers several Foundation courses to further consolidate students’ basic knowledge and competency.

The School of Foundation Studies is also in the process of developing other programmes on lifelong learning. These include short courses and degree programmes for individuals, the community, industry and offer governmental or non-governmental organizations. The courses are designed to help people enrich their knowledge, living skills, and to upgrade and enhance workplace skills and competencies.

School of Business and Administration

The School of Business and Administration (SBA) offers six degree programmes reflecting its aims to develop and disseminate business management knowledge to fulfill the needs of the business community.
The list of programmes offered is as follows:
· Bachelor of Business in Accounting (Hons)
· Bachelor of Business in Business Information Systems (Hons)
· Bachelor of Business in Banking and Finance (Hons)
· Bachelor of Business in Logistics and Supply Chain Management (Hons)
· Bachelor of Business in Management (Hons)
· Bachelor of Business in Sales and Marketing (Hons)
The School is planning to offer two post graduate programmes in collaboration with the Commonwealth of Learning based in Canada: Commonwealth Executive Masters in Business Administration (CEMBA) and Commonwealth Executive Masters in Public Administration (CEMPA) from 2008. In addition, new undergraduate programmes in areas such as Hospitality and Tourism are also being planned. The School is looking at the possibility of collaborating with professional bodies like the Institute of Bankers and Malaysian Institute of Accountants in areas such as packaging of courses and exemptions for professional examinations

School of Science and Technology

The School of Science and Technology (SST) offers five degree programmes reflecting the current state of information and electronics technology required to succeed in a competitive global environment.
The list of programmes offered is as follows:
· Bachelor of Technology in Computer Systems and Networks (Hons)
· Bachelor of Technology in Computing and Intelligent Systems (Hons)
· Bachelor of Technology in Electronic Commerce (Hons)
· Bachelor of Technology in Electronics (Hons)
· Bachelor of Technology in Information and Communication Technology (Hons)
The School is planning to offer Master’s level programmes in Computer and Information Technology and Electronic Engineering. In addition, the School shall be looking to offer new undergraduate programmes in various areas including Environmental Sciences, Mathematics and Statistics, Manufacturing Technology, Production and Process Engineering, Quality Sciences and Management and Bio-Medical Technology

 
 

April 24, 2013 08:59:36 AM

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