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[BUKU PANDUAN PELAJAR/ STUDENT HANDBOOK] 2021/2022

e. Development Planning and Management (UW6345001)

Concept and Rationale

Malaysia is currently experiencing rapid socio-economic transformation, particularly focusing its
development towards achieving the industrialized nation status by 2020. In this context, the
development of human capital with the right skills and disciplines are needed in order to realize
this vision. Hence, this programme adopts a multi disciplinary approach and scope which exposes
the students to the studies of economy, anthropology, sociology and the physical environment.
All these dimensions will be used as a basis to prepare a framework, which will be used as a guide
in analyzing current issues in development. This framework can also act as a guideline in planning
and managing a project.

The Development Planning and Management Programme is designed to equip the students with
the latest technical skills and knowledge in the field of planning and management. The significant
aspects in the curriculum include exposing the students to the use of computers in planning and
management activities. This includes introducing the students to the geographic information
system application and using other computer applications in planning, implementing and
evaluating a project.

The students in the programme will be equipped, not only with the knowledge in the field of
planning, and social sciences and humanities, but will also acquire soft skills during the course of
their studies. These soft skills are acquired through a number of generic and elective courses that
the students need to take on top of their core courses.

Program Educational Objectives

i. To produce capable professionals who are equipped with knowledge about the
implications of development on stakeholders and environment,
ii. To demosntrate the ability to critically analyze issues related to development,
environment and society,
iii. Equip with the latest knowledge and technical skills in the field of development planning
and management for lifelong learning, and
iv. To produce effective individuals who can lead their organizations and practice ethical
value in dealing with project management.

Program Learning Outcomes

The program of Development Planning and Management shall produce development planners,
implementers or analysts who are:

i. Demonstrate the knowledge in the field of development studies.
ii. Apply critical and creative thinking skills in problem solving and decision making.
iii. Apply the technical skills including the usage of technology in development studies.
iv. Demonstrate interpersonal skills to effectively engage with the society.
v. Perform effective communication and interaction with peers and stakeholders.
vi. Demonstrate skills in information technology related to development studies, and able to
present information effectively.
vii. Apply statistical tools in data analysis.
viii. Acquire leadership skills and responsibility in the field of development studies.
ix. Illustrate the ability to manage information and to engage in continuous knowledge
delivery.
x. Integrate the skills in planning, project management and evaluation, and exploring
opportunity in entrepreneurship.
xi. Display professionalism and being ethical in carrying out tasks.

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