About
Programme
The Professional Self-Paced Learning Programme is a flexible, self-directed learning programme delivered through the UMCourse Learning Management System (LMS). It allows learners to study anytime, anywhere, and at their own pace, without being restricted by fixed schedules or locations.
UMCourse provides a comprehensive digital learning environment equipped with structured learning modules, assessments, progress tracking ensuring a complete and effective learning experience.
Why Join This Programme?
This programme is ideal for working professionals, graduates, and individuals who wish to pursue lifelong learning. Through a self-paced learning approach, participants are given the flexibility to manage their own learning schedules while enhancing their knowledge and skills.
List of Programme Offered
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Professional Certificate in Project Management
This course aims to provide participants with exposure to strategic and systematic thinking, planning, and analytical management skills to strengthen the management of projects and organisations, enabling them to be more competitive.
Course Information
- Duration : 3 months.
- Date : January to March 2026
- Classes are conducted online
(Self-Paced via UMCourse) - Fees : RM2,000.00
- Mode of Delivery : English
Module
| Module 1: Introduction to Project Management |
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| Module 2: Project Management Methodologies |
| Module 3: Project Management Process |
| Module 4: Project Management Technique |
| Module 5: Risk Management in Project Management |
| Module 6: Application of Project Management |
Professional Certificate in Big Data Analytics
This course aims to the use of advanced analytic techniques on large data sets, including structured and unstructured data, as well as streaming and batch data. Participants will learn about big data, various data sources, types of analytics, and will become familiar with a range of tools and techniques required to extract, manipulate, interpret, and present data.
Course Information
- Duration : 3 months.
- Date : January to March 2026
- Classes are conducted online
(Self-Paced via UMCourse) - Fees : RM2,000.00
- Mode of Delivery : English
Module
| Module 1: Introduction to Big Data |
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| Module 2: Big Data Analytics |
| Module 3: CRISP-DM Methodology |
| Module 4: Predictive Analytics | A Closer Look |
| Module 5: Predictive Analytics | Continuation |
| Module 6: Visualization |
| Module 7: Case Study | Mayabank’s Online Transcation Fraud |
Professional Certificate in Psychological Management and Stress (Art Therapy)
This course aims to raise awareness of the impact of stress on individual and societal mental and physical well-being.
Course Information
- Duration : 3 months.
- Date : January to March 2026
- Classes are conducted online
(Self-Paced via UMCourse) - Fees : RM2,000.00
- Mode of Delivery : Malay
Module
| Module 1: Introduction to Psychological Management and Stress |
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| Module 2: Understanding the Concepts and Symptoms of Stress |
| Module 3: Causes of Stress |
| Module 4: Effects and Complications of Stress |
| Module 5: Fundamentals of Stress Management Techniques |
| Module 6: Holistic Psychological and Stress Interventions |
| Module 7: Introduction to Art Theraphy |
Professional Certificate in Paralegal Studies (Civil)
This course aims at the competencies needed to get a job, including legal terminology, document processing software and professional legal correspondence.
Course Information
- Duration : 3 months.
- Date : January to March 2026
- Classes are conducted online
(Self-Paced via UMCourse) - Fees : RM2,000.00
- Mode of Delivery : English
Module
| Module 1: Basic Civil Legal System |
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| Module 2: Introduction to Contract Law |
| Module 3: Introduction to Banking Law |
| Module 4: Introduction to Company Law |
| Module 5: Basic Legal Drafting |
| Module 6: Document & File Management |
| Module 7: Legal Communication & Client’s Management |
| Module 8: Litigation Secretarial Skills |
| Module 9: Conveyancing Secretarial Skills |
| Module 10: Corporate Secretarial Skills |
Professional Certificate in Leadership and Strategic Planning
This course aims to provide exposure to leadership thinking skills, strategic and systematic management, and to enhance the ability to generate sound ideas for advancing the organisation, making it more competitive and resilient in achieving its goals.
Course Information
- Duration : 3 months.
- Date : January to March 2026
- Classes are conducted online
(Self-Paced via UMCourse) - Fees : RM2,000.00
- Mode of Delivery : English
Module
| Module 1: Introduction of Leadership |
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| Module 2: Overview of Leadership and Strategic Planning |
| Module 3: The Role of Leadership in Strategic Planning |
| Module 4: Developing Strategies and Allocating Resources |
| Module 5: Leadership and Strategic Planning in Practice |
| Module 6: Strategizing for Success | Unlocking The Benefits of Strategic Planning |
| Module 7: The Challenges of Leadership and Strategic Planning & Conclusion |
Competency Certificate in Canva
This course aims to designed to equip participants with both knowledge and practical skills in using Canva as a creative design tool. The participants will learn fundamental design principles and techniques to create various visual materials, including social media content, presentations, posters, and logos, effectively.
Course Information
- Duration : 3 months.
- Date : January to March 2026
- Classes are conducted online
(Self-Paced via UMCourse) - Fees : RM1,260.00
- Mode of Delivery : English
Module
| Module 1: Introduction to Canva and Graphic Designs |
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| Module 2: Creating Designs |
| Module 3: Customizing Designs |
| Module 4: Creating Different Types of Designs |
| Module 5: Advanced Design Techniques |
Competency Certificate in Website Development
This course aims to provide participants with the skills and knowledge required to build and publish websites using Google Sites and Canva. Participants will learn about the fundamentals of website creation, techniques for using Google Sites, and methods for applying Canva in website design
Course Information
- Duration : 3 months.
- Date : January to March 2026
- Classes are conducted online
(Self-Paced via UMCourse) - Fees : RM1,260.00
- Mode of Delivery : English
Module
| Module 1: Introduction to Website Development |
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| Module 2: Getting Strated with Google Sites |
| Module 3: Practical Website Development (Google Site) |
| Module 4: Practical Website Creation and Customization |
| Module 5: Other Website Functions and Publishing |
How it Works?
Earn a
Self-Paced
Learning Certificate
Enroll to
the Course
Register and gain access to the learning platform and course materials.
Register and gain access to the learning platform and course materials.
Learn at
Your Own Pace
Study anytime, anywhere with flexible, self-paced learning content.
Study anytime, anywhere with flexible, self-paced learning content.
Receive Your Certificate
Receive a Universiti Malaya certificate upon successful completion.
Receive a Universiti Malaya certificate upon successful completion.
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FAQs
Questions?
The Professional Self-Paced Learning Programme is a flexible, self-directed online learning programme offered by Universiti Malaya through the UMCourse Learning Management System (LMS). Learners can study anytime, anywhere, without fixed class schedules.
Entry requirements vary by certification level:
Professional Certificate
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Aged 18 years and above
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Minimum SPM qualification
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At least one (1) year of working experience
Competency Certificate
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Aged 18 years and above
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Professional Certificate programmes: RM2,000.00
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Competency Certificate programmes: RM1,260.00
This programme is suitable for:
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Working professionals
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Graduates
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Individuals seeking lifelong learning
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Anyone who prefers flexible, self-paced online learning
All learning activities are conducted fully online via UMCourse, Universiti Malaya’s Learning Management System. Participants will access learning materials, complete assessments, and track their progress online.
Participants will have access to:
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Structured learning modules
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Video lectures and reading materials
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Multimedia content
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Online quizzes and assessments
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Learning progress tracking and performance records
Yes. This is a self-paced programme, allowing participants to start, pause, and resume learning at their convenience within the programme duration.
No. There are no fixed class schedules or compulsory live sessions. All courses are designed for flexible, self-directed learning.
Most programmes have a duration of three (3) months.
Upon successful completion, participants will receive:
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A Professional Certificate or
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A Competency Certificate,
issued and recognised by Universiti Malaya, subject to course requirements.
All programmes are delivered fully online (self-paced) via UMCourse.
The medium of instruction is English, except for Psychological Management and Stress (Art Therapy), which is conducted in Malay.
Start Your Learning
Journey Today
Upgrade your skills and learn at your own pace with the Professional Self-Paced Learning Programme via UMCourse.
For more information and registration:
Email : pro_course@umcced.edu.my
Phone : 012-236 7207 / 03-86843569 / 03-86843571
(Professional Programme Unit UMCCed)
Upgrade your skills and learn at your own pace with the Professional Self-Paced Learning Programme via UMCourse.
For more information and registration:
Email : pro_course@umcced.edu.my
Phone : 012-236 7207 / 03-86843569 / 03-86843571
(Professional Programme Unit UMCCed)