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This new partnership aims to enhance opportunities for postgraduate students in International Hospitality Management and the MBA programme. UCSI is confident that the agreement will pave the way for broader cooperation - including joint research initiatives, academic exchanges, staff mobility opportunities, the development of dual programmes and more.
UCSI University had the honour of welcoming distinguished delegates from Millat Umidi University, Uzbekistan. The visit featured a constructive academic discussion between both institutions, focused on fostering strategic collaboration, exchanging expertise and exploring opportunities for impactful partnerships.
UCSI University recently hosted the She Shines Women Empowerment Conference, an event that was officiated by UCSI pro-chancellor Tunku Zain Al-'Abidin Tuanku Muhriz. The event featured an inspiring lineup of guest speakers, including DTE Consult founder Tengku Dr Naufal Tengku Mansor, TalentCorp Malaysia senior vice-president Mahuran Saro Sariki and former Miti secretary-general Tan Sri Dr Rebecca Fatima Sta Maria. In her address, Tan Sri Dr Rebecca emphasised the need to elevate women whose voices often go unheard and highlighted the critical role of strong support systems in empowering women to thrive. The conference also featured a captivating stage production titled Women of Nusantara: Their Seen and Unseen Worlds, which explored the spiritual beliefs and practices of working women across the Malay Archipelago.
UCSI University warmly welcomed honoured guests from the United Arab Emirates (UAE) University in a visit aimed at fostering collaboration and friendship between the two institutions. During the visit, the delegation toured UCSI Kuala Lumpur's facilities, and tokens of appreciation were exchanged as a gesture of hospitality and mutual respect. This meaningful engagement reflects UCSI's ongoing commitment to building global partnerships and creating enriching educational experiences.
UCSI hosted a live satellite event focusing on the SDG Blue Economy that was held in conjunction with the National Climate Governance Summit 2025. The event highlighted on the sustainable use of ocean resources for economic development, climate change and its effects on coral reefs, overfishing, governance gap and more. Our distinguished panel speakers also offered their insights on advancing ocean sustainability as well as fostering awareness and dialogue among the participants.
Organised by the Student Enrolment Centre, the event strengthened collaborations with key partners, including government agencies, corporate organisations and international representatives, fostering a supportive educational ecosystem to help students excel academically and personally.
UCSI University marked International Women’s Day 2025 with a powerful call to action for gender equality, featuring Seputeh MP Teresa Kok and UCSI vice-chancellor Prof Emerita Datuk Dr Siti Hamisah Tapsir. Highlighting alarming statistics from the World Economic Forum and Malaysia Gender Gap Index, the speakers emphasised the urgency of collective efforts across education, industry and government to overcome systemic barriers and biases. The event also showcased creativity and empowerment through a partnership with SODA and Voir Group, where 114 students and staff upcycled t-shirts into innovative designs for a fashion show celebrating female empowerment.
UCSI University hosted the 13th Nasopharyngeal Carcinoma Research Day and 15th NPCSM Annual Meeting, bringing together experts from across Malaysia. Nasopharyngeal cancer (NPC) is a rare type of cancer that develops in the nasopharynx, the upper part of the throat behind the nose. NPC often presents with subtle symptoms that can be easily overlooked, such as a painless lump in the neck, hearing problems or nasal issues. To drive research and awareness, the university held six insightful symposiums covering cutting-edge developments in NPC, featuring speakers from the Nasopharyngeal Carcinoma Society of Malaysia, NEXTGENE Scientific Sdn Bhd, and various universities.
Leading figures from the Ministry of Economy, Ministry of Finance, Bank Negara Malaysia (BNM) and Akademi Profesor Malaysia convened at UCSI University to discuss pathways for Malaysia’s sustainable development beyond 2025. The high-impact forum themed Malaysia Beyond 2025 – Towards a Sustainable and Resilient Society, focused on key areas including ESG-driven policies for manufacturing, fiscal resilience, green transition financing and integrating ESG principles into the economic framework.
UCSI, in collaboration with ProQuest, hosted the ESG Learning Festival 2025 to empower students and professionals in adopting Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) values in both academic and professional spheres.
