INSTITUTE OF GRADUATE STUDIES (IPSis)
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Universiti Teknologi MARA (UiTM) has been a cornerstone of higher education in Malaysia since its establishment in 1956. Known for its dedication to advancing knowledge and research, UiTM furthered its commitment by launching the Institute of Postgraduate Studies (IPSis) in April 1997, with Prof. Dr. Hajah Zulaiha Bt Mohamed Ismail serving as its first Dean from 1997 to 2001.
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IPSis was significantly shaped by the ITM Act, enacted and amended over several years, notably in 1976, 1997, and 1999. This legislation provided the foundation for graduate-level education at UiTM, primarily focused on offering Bumiputera graduates advanced opportunities at the Master’s and Doctoral levels. The institute began with two Master’s programs in 1998—Master of Business Administration and Master of Science in Integrated Construction Project Management—and celebrated its first postgraduate convocation in 1999.
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In its early days, IPSis operated from a small unit at Dwelling 8 in Intekma Resort, marking a modest beginning. It later relocated to a larger space at Block 8, Intekma Resort, enabling an expansion of its services and offerings. Today, IPSis proudly resides in its new, more comfortable home at Bangunan Sarjana, providing an enhanced environment for postgraduate students and staff. IPSis oversees more than 200 postgraduate programs, including PhD and Master’s degrees across diverse disciplines from Social Sciences to Science and Technology. Although IPSis is relatively young, it has swiftly positioned itself as an innovative and dynamic institution within UiTM. Its core responsibilities include managing graduate-level admissions, academic policies, and administrative functions.
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IPSis is dedicated to fostering a supportive and conducive environment for postgraduate research and learning. Through its commitment to these goals, IPSis continues to play a vital role in advancing graduate education at UiTM, supporting students in achieving academic excellence, and contributing to Malaysia’s educational landscape.