WELCOME TO THE
Faculty of Business & Accountancy
With over 60 academic staff, FABA provides a rich learning environment for our students. Our faculty currently runs four Bachelor's degree programmes and one foundation programme, and we are continuously developing new programmes to cater to the changing needs of our students. All of our courses are accredited by the Malaysian Qualifying Agency (MQA) and taught by experienced lecturers who are registered with the Ministry of Higher Education (MOHE).
One of FABA's unique features is our emphasis on providing students with opportunities to engage with businesses and communities. Our training programs are designed not only to support the business community, but also to provide our graduates with real-world experience that complements their education. Our aim is to produce entrepreneurs with strong moral values and intellectual abilities who are equipped to meet the challenges of a globalized world.
We hope that you will find FABA to be an exceptional academic community that nurtures excellence, fosters creativity, and prepares our graduates to become leaders in their chosen fields. Thank you for considering FABA as your academic home.
- Dean's Welcoming Speech
- Dean's Biography
- FABA Management Team
- FABA Academic Staffs
- FABA Programme Handbook
From the Dean's Table
It is my great pleasure to extend a warm welcome to the Faculty of Business and Accountancy. Our faculty comprises the departments of business and accounting, each offering undergraduate programmes that are taught by highly dedicated lecturers. We are committed to providing personal mentoring to all our students to enable them to achieve their career aspirations.
At FABA, we take pride in our seven programs, which include five dual award programs, and we are continuously developing additional programs to meet the ever-changing needs of our students and the industry. The quality of the programs are well acknowledged and accredited by prominent professional bodies such as The Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA), the Malaysian Institute of Certified Public Accountants (MICPA), the Malaysian Institute of Chartered Secretaries and Administrators (MAICSA), and the Chartered Management Institute (CMI).
Our faculty acknowledges the challenges of the current global environment and is committed to providing innovative teaching methods to challenge and stretch our students' boundaries. We offer a wide range of exposure based on the current business scenarios mainly to cater for the needs of essential fields, such as human resources management, marketing, entrepreneurship, economics, Islamic banking and finance, supply chain management and accountancy to prepare our students for the workforce.
We encourage our students to study, explore, discover, engage, and fully enjoy student life at the campus. Life in the university presents extraordinary freedom and new social experiences, and we aim to support our students to succeed academically whilst enjoying the rich social life of the university that will empower them to be confident and competent business practitioners.
We look forward to welcoming you to our faculty and Thank you for considering FABA as your academic home.
Best regards,
ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR DR. NORREHA BINTI OTHMAN
Dean
Faculty of Business & Accountancy
ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR DR. NORREHA OTHMAN - BIOGRAPHY
Associate Professor Dr. Norreha Othman is an academician and seasoned researcher renowned for her expertise in business management and human resource management. With a distinguished career spanning over twenty years, Dr. Norreha holds a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration from the University of Tulsa, USA, an MBA from Universiti Utara Malaysia (UUM), and a Ph.D. in Human Resource Management from UUM.
As an educator, Dr. Norreha's passion lies in imparting knowledge and shaping the minds of future business leaders. She is known for her dynamic teaching style, blending theoretical concepts with real-world applications to prepare students for the challenges of the corporate world. Her research focuses on areas such as Human Resource Management, Quality Management Systems, Employee Satisfaction, and Organizational Performance, with numerous publications in prestigious journals and presentations at international conferences.
Currently serving as the Dean of the Faculty of Business and Accountancy at Universiti Poly-Tech Malaysia (UPTM), Dr. Norreha demonstrates exemplary leadership in driving strategic initiatives and fostering academic excellence. Had hold several positions through-out the career such as a Head of Programme, Head of Internship Coordinator, Head of Department, Coordinator of Students Affair and lead and becomes member of many committees in the organization. She is also actively involved in mentoring graduate students, engaging in industry collaborations, and pursuing professional development opportunities to stay at the forefront of her field.
Dr. Norreha Othman's indelible contributions to academia, coupled with her exemplary leadership and commitment to excellence, have left an enduring legacy in the organization and education landscape. Her dedication to advancing knowledge and nurturing future generations of business leaders continues to inspire and shape the trajectory of education and research in Malaysia
Associate Professor Dr. Norreha binti Othman
Dean
Faculty of Business & Accountancy
