- Accounting Section
- Analytical Economics
- General Studies Section
- Marketing / International Business Section
- Islamic Finance / Fintech Section
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- Tourism Planning and Development Section
- Foundation In Business Section
| Accounting Section
Dr. Haslina Hassan
HEAD OF SECTION, ACCOUNTING AND SENIOR LECTURER
Dr. Haslina Hassan
PhD in Accounting, University Kebangsaan Malaysia
Master in Accounting, University Kebangsaan Malaysia
Bachelor (Hons) of Accountancy, University Putra Malaysia
With over 25 years of experience in the higher education sector, she is an accomplished academic leader and a Certified Global Management Accountant (CGMA). Currently serving as the Head of the Accounting Division, she provides strategic academic leadership while overseeing administrative functions, driving curriculum innovation, and promoting excellence in teaching and learning.
She is widely recognised for her expertise in academic quality assurance and frequently serves as an External Examiner and Moderator for various universities, ensuring that accounting programmes meet the highest academic and professional standards. Her strong foundation in doctoral research, combined with her professional management accounting expertise, enables her to contribute to the development of curricula that are academically rigorous, industry-relevant, and aligned with evolving global practices. Through her commitment to continuous improvement and academic excellence, she continues to play a key role in preparing graduates for the evolving demands of the accounting profession.
RESEARCH AREAS
Management Accounting & Sustainability.
PROFESSIONAL CERTIFICATIONS
Chartered Global Management Accountant (CGMA), CIMA
Phone:03 - 2685 4152 (EXT 152)
Prof. Dr. Rozainun Abdul Aziz
Dr. Nur Jannah Mohaidin
Dr. Noor Azaliah Jaafar
Lili Susanti Samsurijal
Nik Khadijah Nik Abdul Rahman
Mazilena Tajuddin
Masniza Supar
Dayang Maziela Zulkipli
Siti Balqis Hj Mohd Saldi
Fahimmatul Azian Mokhtar
Nur Hidayah Ahmad
Khairun Syafiza Khairuddin
Zarina Iskandar Nasruddin
Anis Saleha Mohd Arshad
Marlina Baharuddin
Nor Azam Yaacob
Dalmie Shahrul Suryati
Juhaida Ishak
Norlela Ismail
Rohana Ahmad Shimi
Rosnah Hussin
PROFESSOR
Prof. Dr. Rozainun Abdul Aziz
PhD (University of Salford, UK
MSc (Econs) Accounting & Finance (Aberystwyth University, Wales, UK
CIMA (London)
Diploma in Accountancy (DIA – ITM)
Dr. Rozainun is a Professor of Accounting in UniKL Business School, and has been in the education line for almost 40 years in Malaysia with various appointments in public and private universities. She received the most illustrious royalty award by the Sultan of Kelantan, PMK (Paduka Mahkota Kelantan) on 10 November 2015. She is the Elected President for the Asean Accounting Education Workgroup (AAEW). She is the Elected Honorary President for the Alumni Club of University of Wales, Aberystwyth in Malaysia. She is a Visiting Professor of UCSI, Kuching, Sarawak. She is also a founding member of Malaysian Association of Public Advocacy for Nature. (MAPAN)
As a passionate advocate for education and talent development, Dr. Rozainun continues to create impact on people through her teaching, research, and industry engagements. She actively participates as a guest speaker, forum panellist, and conference presenter, sharing her expertise in national and international forums. Dr. Rozainun’s commitment to bridging the gap between theory and practice is evident in her role as a registered HRDF Trainer, where she imparts valuable insights in accounting, corporate governance, risk management, and forensic accounting. She receives Talentcorp Fellowship TF50 in December 2024. In her capacity as the President of the ASEAN Accounting Education Workgroup (AAEW), Dr. Rozainun fosters collaboration among universities across ASEAN, driving research and curriculum development initiatives. Her dedication to nurturing future leaders is further demonstrated through her involvement as the Chairman for the ASEAN Future Sustainable Leaders (AFSL) competition. Dr. Rozainun’s illustrious career exemplifies her unwavering dedication to excellence, innovation, and nation-building. Her visionary leadership and impactful contributions continue to inspire generations towards shaping the future of accounting, creating impact to national agenda.
RESEARCH AREAS
- Management Accounting
- Accounting Education
- Forensic Accounting
PROFESSIONAL CERTIFICATION
- CA (M) Chartered Accountant of Malaysia – active
- FCMA (Fellow Member of Chartered Institue of Management Accountants – UK) – non-active
- CGMA (Chartered Global Management Accountant – CIMA UK) – non-active
- FCPA (Aust.) (Fellow Member of Chartered Practising Accountants – Australia) – in transition to retired fellow member status
- FiPA (Fellow Member of Institute of Public Accountants – Australia) – active
- FiFA (Fellow Member of Institute of Financial Accountants – Australia) – active
OTHER SKILLS AND EXPERTISE
- HRDF Trainer
- Case Study Writer
- Researcher
Phone:03-26854153
email:rozainun@unikl.edu.my
SENIOR LECTURER
Dr. Nur Jannah Mohaidin
PhD in Accounting, Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia (UKM)
Master of Accountancy, Universiti Teknologi Mara (UiTM)
Bachelor of Accountancy (Hons.), Universiti Teknologi Mara, (UiTM)
Diploma in Accounting, Universiti Teknologi Mara, (UiTM)
Dr. Nur Jannah Mohaidin is an academic specializing in Accounting Information Systems (AIS), with expertise in qualitative research in the areas of digital financial reporting, regulatory-driven system implementation, and technology adoption. She completed her PhD at Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia (UKM), focusing on the implementation of eXtensible Business Reporting Language (XBRL) in Malaysia.
She has more than ten years of teaching experience in AIS, delivering undergraduate courses and guiding students in both theoretical foundations and practical system applications. Throughout her academic career, she has consistently contributed to curriculum enhancement and the integration of industry-relevant software and digital reporting components into AIS education. She has also been appointed as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) in the sub-field of AIS, representing the Majlis Dekan Ketua Jabatan Perakaunan (MDKJP) in the development and implementation of Hala Tuju 4 best practices.
She is actively involved in curriculum development, including participation in the Malaysian Institute of Accountants (MIA) accreditation taskforce. In addition to teaching and research, she is actively engaged in postgraduate supervision as well as professional collaboration with industry stakeholders.
RESEARCH AREAS
Accounting Information Systems
XBRL Implementation and Digital Financial Reporting
Digital Transformation and Technology Implementation
System Development Life Cycle (SDLC) in Regulatory Systems Implementation
Qualitative research focusing on Technology Adoption and Implementation
PROFESSIONAL CERTIFICATIONS
MIA, Malaysian Institute of Accountants – Associate Member
AQIF – Associate Qualification in Islamic Finance
OTHER SKILLS AND EXPERTISE
Certified Trainer of SQL Accounting Software
Certified Trainer of AutoCount Accounting Software
Certified Trainer of Abot Audit Software
Student Mentorship and Academic Supervision
Academic Advisor for UASA club
Phone:03 - 2685 4127 (EXT 127)
Email:nurjannah@unikl.edu.my
SENIOR LECTURER
Dr. Noor Azaliah Jaafar
Doctor of Philosophy (Financial Criminology), Universiti Teknologi MARA (UiTM)
Master of Accountancy, Universiti Teknologi MARA (UiTM)
Bachelor of Accountancy (Hons), Universiti Teknologi MARA (UiTM)
Diploma in Accountancy, Universiti Teknologi MARA (UiTM)
Noor Azaliah Binti Jaafar is currently serving as a lecturer in the Accounting Section at Universiti Kuala Lumpur Business School (UniKL Business School). In addition to her teaching responsibilities, she serves as the Program Coordinator, overseeing academic operations, curriculum implementation, and student matters for the accounting program.
She brings with her over 13 years of diverse industry experience, which enriches her academic delivery with real-world insights and practical knowledge. Her career began in the audit field, where she spent 2 years as an Audit Assistant, gaining a solid foundation in financial reporting, compliance, and internal control evaluation. She then transitioned into the travel industry, where she served for 3 years as an Account Executive. In this role, she managed full sets of accounts, handled budgeting, and ensured timely financial reporting.
Her most substantial industry role was in the automobile sector, where she held the position of Senior Manager of Administration and Finance. Over 8 years, she oversaw general accounting functions, payroll management, financial forecasting, budgeting, and internal controls, while also playing a key role in strategic financial planning and operational leadership.
This extensive industry background now informs her teaching in higher education, where she focuses on bridging the gap between theory and practice in accounting education. She is passionate about student development and actively contributes to academic activities, curriculum development, and research within the university.
RESEARCH AREA
Governance
Strategic Management
PROFESSIONAL CERTIFICATION
MIA – Chartered Accountant of the Malaysian Institute of Accountants
OTHER SKILLS AND EXPERTISE
COMPUTER LITERACY: MS Word, MS Excel, Ecard Plus, UBS, Abacus Power Suite, Tally System, SQL Accounting System, SQL Payroll System, Sterling Inventory System, VSS System, ABOT Software
Phone:03-2685 4138 (EXT 138)
HEAD OF SECTION, INTERNATIONAL PARTNERSHIP AND SENIOR LECTURER
Lili Susanti Samsurijal
Master of Accountancy, Universiti Teknologi MARA
Bachelor of Accountancy (Hons), Universiti Putra Malaysia
Phone:03 - 2685 4100 (EXT 132)
Email:lilisusanti@unikl.edu.my
SENIOR LECTURER
Nik Khadijah Nik Abdul Rahman
C. A. (M)
CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER ™
ISLAMIC FINANCIAL PLANNER ™
Master of Science (Management Accounting and Planning), Universiti Utara Malaysia
Bachelor of Accountancy (Hons), Universiti Teknologi MARA
Diploma in Accountancy, Universiti Teknologi MARA
Nik Khadijah Nik Abdul Rahman joined UniKL Business School on 13 January 2012 as a Senior Lecturer. She was the Head of Accounting Section from 16th January 2017 – 31 December 2018 and Head of Section, Foundation in Business & Transfer Degree Programme (MARA Programme) from 16 June 2013 – 15 December 2016. She has a broad spectrum of experience as practitioner in the industry in areas of finance, accounting, management and administration for 20 years. She started her career in academia as a part-time lecturer at Universiti Utara Malaysia, Kuala Lumpur City Campus in 2009 – 2012 where she conducted Management Accounting for Managers, Financial Reporting and Statement Analysis and Advanced Management Accounting courses for Master programmes. Prior to joining UniKL, Nik Khadijah was a Senior Lecturer of Business School at City University College of Science and Technology where she taught Financial Accounting, Management Accounting, Financial Management and Business Management for Diploma, Bachelor and Master programmes. She is a Chartered Accountant (member of Malaysian Institute of Accountants), Certified Financial Planner and Islamic Financial Planner (member of Financial Planning Association of Malaysia) and PSMB Certified Trainer.
RESEARCH AREAS
Management Accounting
Behavioural Accounting
Financial Planning
Islamic Financial Planning
Entrepreneurship
Wealth Management
Strategic Management
PROFESSIONAL CERTIFICATIONS
MIA, Institute of Accountants, Chartered Accountant.
FPAM, Financial Planning Association of Malaysia (FPAM), Certified Financial Planner.
IBFIM, Islamic Banking and Finance Institute of Malaysia, & FPAM, Islamic Banking and Finance Institute of Malaysia, Islamic Financial Planner.
OTHER SKILLS AND EXPERTISE
Islamic Estate Planner (IEP No. I1001397)
(As-Salihin Trustee Berhad)MARA Subsidiaries ICON Award 2016 for demonstrating
excellent efforts and commitment for the year 2016
MARA Subsidiaries ICON Award 2015 for demonstrating
excellent efforts and commitment for the year 2015
UniKL Business School Top Performer 2014
Joint Committee Member of Salihin Consulting Group Sdn. Bhd. – Teaching
Accounting Firm (TAF) – UniKL Business School (2017 – 2018)
Committee Member of the Joint Task Force between the Accounting Deans
Council and the Malaysian Institute of Certified Public Accountants (MICPA)
(August 30, 2017 – to 2018)
Represented UniKL for Erasmus Staff Mobility International
Week programme organised by Babes-Bolyai University, Cluj,
Napoca, Romania from 5 June to 9 June 2017 at the
university.
External Examiner for MBA Programme, Lincoln University College (2013 – 2015)
Panel, discussion on preparing strategic paper to increase the number of Bumiputra
Certified Chartered Accountant at Higher Education Department, Ministry of Education
Malaysia (2014)
Project Committee Member to obtain MQA accreditation for Bachelor in Accounting
(Hons) (2013)
Phone:03-2685 4153 (EXT 153)
Email:nikkhadijah@unikl.edu.my
LECTURER
Mazilena Tajuddin
Master in Accounting, UiTM, Shah Alam
Bachelor in Accounting (Hons), UKM.
Mazilena Tajuddin is currently a lecturer in the Accounting Section at Universiti Kuala Lumpur Business School (UniKL Business School), specialising in Financial Accounting, Reporting, and Taxation. She is strongly committed to providing practical, industry-oriented education that meets professional standards. In her academic capacity, she is actively engaged in teaching, curriculum implementation, assessment development, and supporting students’ academic growth, ensuring that learning outcomes remain aligned with current regulatory and professional requirements.
In her academic role, she is actively involved in teaching and facilitating learning, designing and delivering curriculum content, preparing assessments, and contributing to students’ academic and personal development. She ensures that instructional approaches and learning outcomes remain aligned with current regulatory frameworks, professional standards, and the evolving demands of the accounting and auditing profession.
Drawing on her extensive industry experience, Dayang Maziela brings a practice-oriented approach to higher education, bridging the gap between accounting theory and real-world application. She is deeply committed to student development and actively contributes to academic initiatives, curriculum enhancement, and research activities within the university.
Beyond her teaching responsibilities, she plays an important role in academic administration and programme related duties, including examination preparation, assessment moderation, and quality assurance processes.
RESEARCH AREAS
Taxation
Financial Reporting
OTHER SKILLS AND EXPERTISE
COMPUTER LITERACY: MS Word, MS Excel, MS Powerpoint, UBS software, SQL Accounting System, SQL Payroll System, SPSS, ABOT Software, Stata software.
Phone:03 - 2685 4134 (EXT 134)
Email:mazilena@unikl.edu.my
LECTURER
Masniza Supar
Master of Accountancy, Universiti Teknologi MARA
Bachelor of Accountancy (Hons), Universiti Teknologi MARA
Diploma of Accountancy, Universiti Teknologi MARA
A.M, MIA
Phone:03 - 2685 4128 (EXT 128)
Email:masnizas@unikl.edu.my
LECTURER
Dayang Maziela Zulkipli
MSc Accounting & Finance, Cardiff Business School United Kingdom
Bachelor in Accounting (Hons), UniKL Business School, Universiti Kuala Lumpur
Diploma in Accountancy Kolej Profesional Mara, Beranang (KPMB)
Dayang Maziela binti Zulkipli is currently a lecturer in the Accounting Section at Universiti Kuala Lumpur Business School (UniKL Business School), specialising in Financial Accounting, Reporting, and Auditing. She is strongly committed to providing practical, industry-oriented education that meets professional standards. In her academic capacity, she is actively engaged in teaching, curriculum implementation, assessment development, and supporting students’ academic growth, ensuring that learning outcomes remain aligned with current regulatory and professional requirements.
In her academic role, she is actively involved in teaching and facilitating learning, designing and delivering curriculum content, preparing assessments, and contributing to students’ academic and personal development. She ensures that instructional approaches and learning outcomes remain aligned with current regulatory frameworks, professional standards, and the evolving demands of the accounting and auditing profession.
Drawing on her extensive industry experience, Dayang Maziela brings a practice-oriented approach to higher education, bridging the gap between accounting theory and real-world application. She is deeply committed to student development and actively contributes to academic initiatives, curriculum enhancement, and research activities within the university.
Beyond her teaching responsibilities, she plays an important role in academic administration and programmerelated duties, including examination preparation, assessment moderation, and quality assurance processes. She is also actively involved in academic writing and research, with particular interests in auditing, corporate governance, and performance of financial reporting.
RESEARCH AREAS
Auditing
Financial Reporting
OTHER SKILLS AND EXPERTISE
COMPUTER LITERACY: MS Word, MS Excel, MS Powerpoint, UBS software, SQL Accounting System, SQL Payroll System, SPSS, ABOT Software, Stata software.
Phone:03-2685 4137 (EXT 137)
LECTURER
Siti Balqis Hj Mohd Saldi
Fellow, Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (FCCA)
Associate Institute of Internal Auditors (AIIA)
MBA (Leadership) Universiti Tun Abdul Razak
BA (Hons) Accounting and Finance, De Montfort University (U.K.)
Currently a teaching and learning coordinator and an advocate for ACCA professional qualification. Have diverse research interests and is open to learning and researching the latest developments.
RESEARCH AREA
Leadership
Entrepreneurship
Internal Audit
Social Wellbeing
PROFESSIONAL CERTIFICATIONS
FCCA, Association of Chartered Certified Accountants – Fellow
IIAM, Institute of Internal Auditors Malaysia – Associate
OTHER SKILLS AND EXPERTISE
Recipient of the Noah Foundation for UNIRAZAK Toastmasters Club (UTMC). Achieved Advanced Communicator Bronze (ACB), Pathways Team Collaboration and Pathways Engaging Humor.
Achieved Top 5 placement in the USASBE Case Research Competition, Texas, USA with presentation titled ‘Of Trust and Greed’ (2014).
Committee Member – Continuous Professional Development (CPD) for Malaysia Professional Accountancy Centre (MyPAC) Alumni Club (MAC).
Phone:03 - 2685 4145 (EXT 145)
LECTURER
Fahimmatul Azian Mokhtar
Master in Accountancy (Hons), University Teknologi MARA (UiTM)
Bachelor in Accountancy (Hons), Universiti Teknologi MARA (UiTM)
Diploma in Accountancy, Universiti Teknologi MARA (UiTM)
Fahimmatul Azian binti Mokhtar currently serving as an Accounting Lecturer at Universiti Kuala Lumpur Business School (UniKL Business School) in the field of Management Accounting and Accounting Information System. In her academic role, she is actively involved in teaching, curriculum delivery, assessment preparation and student academic development, ensuring that learning outcomes align with current professional and regulatory requirements.
In addition to her teaching responsibilities, Fahimmatul Azian contributes to academic administration and program-related activities, including preparation of final exam questions and suggested answers, assessment moderation and academic quality assurance. She is also engaged in academic writing and research, with particular interests in Corporate Social Responsibility, Islamic Accounting and Corporate Governance
RESEARCH AREA
Corporate Social Responsibility
Islamic Accounting
Corporate Governance
OTHER SKILLS AND EXPERTISE
Computer Literacy: MS Word, MS Excel, MS PowerPoint, SQL Accounting System, SQL Payroll System, IBM SPSS Statistics Software.
Phone:0326854129
Email:fahimmatul@unikl.edu.my
LECTURER
Nur Hidayah Ahmad
Master of Accountancy, Universiti Teknologi MARA (UiTM)
Bachelor of Accountancy (Hons), Universiti Utara Malaysia (UUM)
Nur Hidayah is a lecturer in the Accounting Section at Universiti Kuala Lumpur Business School (UniKL Business School). She specialises in Financial Accounting and Reporting, Accounting Information Systems, and Taxation, with a strong focus on delivering practical, industry-relevant education.
She is actively involved in teaching, assessment, and curriculum delivery, ensuring alignment with current professional and regulatory requirements. Her research interests include Accounting Information Systems and Financial Accounting and Reporting
RESEARCH AREA
Accounting Information Systems
Financial Accounting and Reporting
OTHER SKILLS AND EXPERTISE
COMPUTER LITERACY: MS Word, MS Excel, MS PowerPoint, UBS software, SQL Accounting System, SQL Payroll System, RPA Automation aBOT Software.
Phone:0326854130
Email:nur.hidayah@unikl.edu.my
LECTURER
Khairun Syafiza Khairuddin
Master of Accountancy, Universiti Teknologi MARA
Bachelor of Accountancy (Hons), Universiti Teknologi MARA
Khairun Syafiza Binti Khairuddin is is currently serving as a lecturer in the Accounting Section at Universiti Kuala Lumpur Business School (UniKL Business School) in the field of Financial Accounting and Reporting, Management Accounting and Taxation, with a strong focus on delivering practical and industry-relevant education. In her academic role, she is actively involved in teaching, curriculum delivery, assessment preparation, and student academic development, ensuring that learning outcomes align with current professional and regulatory requirements.
She possesses solid knowledge in Malaysian taxation, Financial Accounting and Reporting, and Cost and Management Accounting, which is reflected in her teaching approach that emphasizes clarity, application, and real-world relevance. Her instructional style aims to bridge the gap between theoretical concepts and practical implementation, enabling students to better understand complex accounting and tax issues.
In addition to her teaching responsibilities, Khairun Syafiza contributes to academic administration and program-related activities, including examination preparation, assessment moderation, and academic quality assurance. She is also engaged in academic writing and research, with particular interests in taxation, tax compliance, and fraudulent financial reporting.
RESEARCH AREA
Fraudulent Financial Reporting
Corporate Governance
PROFESSIONAL CERTIFICATION
Associate member of Malaysian Institute of Accountants (MIA)
OTHER SKILLS AND EXPERTISE
COMPUTER LITERACY : MS Word, MS Excel, MS Powerpoint, UBS software, SQL Accounting System, SQL Payroll System, SPSS
Email:khairun.syafiza@unikl.edu.my
LECTURER
Zarina Iskandar Nasruddin
Master in Accounting, UiTM Shah Alam Malaysia
Bachelor in Accounting (Hons.), UiTM Shah Alam Malaysia
With over 22 years of teaching experience in higher education, she is a dedicated academic specializing in Financial Accounting and Management Accounting. Throughout her career, she has been actively involved in delivering high-quality accounting education while continuously adopting innovative pedagogical approaches and curriculum development initiatives to enhance student learning and engagement.
Her teaching philosophy emphasizes the integration of theoretical knowledge with practical application, ensuring that students develop strong analytical and decision-making skills relevant to the accounting profession. Over the years, she has implemented various teaching strategies, learning technologies, and assessment methods to improve teaching effectiveness and support diverse learning needs.In addition to teaching, she contributes to curriculum design and academic development, ensuring that accounting programs remain relevant to evolving industry practices and professional standards. Her areas of specialization include Financial Accounting and Management Accounting, where she strives to equip students with both conceptual understanding and practical competencies required in today’s dynamic business environment.
RESEARCH AREA
Financial Accounting and Reporting
Management Accounting
Public Sector Auditing
LECTURER
Anis Saleha Mohd Arshad
Masters of Business Administration (Finance), Universiti Putra Malaysia
Bachelor of Accounting (Hons.), International Islamic University Malaysia
BRIEF ABOUT YOURSELF
Anis is a chartered accountant, C.A (M), a member of Malaysian Institute of Accountant. She began her career with PwC in the audit and business advisory. She progressed to work for a public listed company in area of internal audit and business review.
PROFESSIONAL CERTIFICATION
- Chartered Accountant, Malaysia Institute of Accountants (MIA)
- Certified Financial Planner, Financial Planning Association of Malaysia (FPAM)
Email:anis.saleha@unikl.edu.my
LECTURER
Marlina Baharuddin
Master of Accountancy, Universiti Teknologi MARA (UiTM)
Bachelor of Accountancy (Hons), Universiti Teknologi MARA (UiTM)
Diploma in Accountancy, Universiti Teknologi MARA (UiTM)
She is currently serving as a Lecturer in the Accounting Section at Universiti Kuala Lumpur Business School (UniKL Business School). She is a dedicated accounting professional and educator with over 15 years of experience in financial management, tax compliance, and academic instruction. She possesses a comprehensive background in managing the full set of accounts, preparing financial statements, and ensuring regulatory compliance through LHDN e-filing and audit preparation across various industries.
Her expertise extends beyond technical accounting into the higher education sector, where she has served as an Accounting Lecturer specializing in Financial Accounting, Management Accounting, and Taxation. She is detail-oriented and passionate about student development, with a strong commitment to financial accuracy and process improvement. She has also demonstrated a proven ability to mentor students and lead teams toward achieving organizational goals.
OTHER SKILLS AND EXPERTISE
Computer Literacy: MS Word, MS Excel, UBS, Deepsky, MYOB, SQL Accounting System, and SQL Payroll System.
LECTURER
Nor Azam Yaacob
Phone:03-2604 6500 (EXT 6639)
Email:norazam@unikl.edu.my
| Analytical Economics
Muhamad Zuhri Mohd Riza
HEAD OF SECTION, ANALYTICAL ECONOMICS AND LECTURER
Muhamad Zuhri Mohd Riza
Master of Economics, International Islamic University Malaysia
Bachelor of Economics, International Islamic University Malaysia
Zuhri Mohd Riza is a Lecturer under the Economics Section at UniKL Business School. He is currently holding a master’s degree in economics from International Islamic University Malaysia that he obtained in 2018. He was also matriculated and earned a bachelor’s degree at the same university on which he was able to obtain in 2016. Prior to serving at UniKL, Zuhri has been serving at different higher education institutes for the past six years.
Presently, Zuhri is the coordinator for the industrial training for Economics Section, as well as an advisor for its student club namely Analytical Economics Association.
Despite having less than 10 years in professional career as an academician, Zuhri has been able to earn various experience in private education sector, with more to learn in the future on his endeavours as an academician. As such, at UniKL Business School, he had been assigned to teaching various courses that are exclusively required for students of Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Analytical Economics. Over the years, he has had taught courses like Intermediate Macroeconomics, Public Finance, Labour Economics, and Economic Development.
Other than teaching, Zuhri has a keen interest in consultancy and project management on which he firstly joined his first consultancy project in 2023. He was part of the consultancy team working with various clients such as Perbadanan Putrajaya (PPj), Economics Planning Unit (EPU), Jabatan Kemajuan Masyarakat (KEMAS, KKDW), and Pusat Pemeriksaan Kenderaan Berkomputer (PUSPAKOM). He is usually responsible for processing and analysing the data collected, qualitatively and quantitatively.
In tandem with the consultancy, Zuhri, at the same time, manages such commissioned projects. In terms of the monetary value of all the projects he has had handled, Zuhri has been managing and working for in total of RM6.67 million thus far.
RESEARCH AREAS
Household Economics
Family Economics
Economic Development
Poverty Study
Phone:03-26046678 (Ext 6678)
Email:zuhri@unikl.edu.my
Prof. Dr. Naziruddin Abdullah
Dr. Mohd Hanafia Huridi
Dr. Zurul Aisya Osman
Dr. Yasotha Nair
Dr. Poh Boon Liang @ Poh Boon Lian
Aiza Liyana Anuar
Noor Rahimah Mansur
Nurul Izzah Mat Gheni @ Ghani
Siti Shuhada Ishak
Wan Bazilah Wan Mohamad Sobri
Wan Nurul Ain Wan Marzuki
Abd Malik Ibrahim
Dr. Ahmad Khusyairi Che Rusli
Amirul Afiq Kamaruddin
Yusri Yahya
Aminatul Hawa Yahaya
Dr. Nuralia Jamila Ali
PROFESSOR
Prof. Dr. Naziruddin Abdullah
PhD in Economics, University of Tsukuba, Japan
MSc in Economics, University of Tsukuba, Japan
MPhil in Development Studies, University of Glasgow, UK
B.Econ (Hons) in Economics, Universiti Malaya
Professor Naziruddin has more than 25 years experience teaching economics, both at the graduate and undergraduate levels, at a couple of universities in Malaysia and overseas. He is the author of two books, and more than 30 scientific publications. He was engaged by the Institut Kefahaman Islam Malaysia (IKIM) and National Productivity Corporation to develop Muslim Ummah Development Index (MUDI) and to apply a new method to compute total factor productivity (TFP), respectively. Currently Professor Naziruddin is working on developing Zakat index for Zakat Institutions in Malaysia and Indonesia, and measuring poverty among micro-finance recipients in Bangladesh. From 2007-2009, he was appointed as Assistant Provost (COO) in charge of Administration and Financial Affairs at AL-HOSN University, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. And, at the University Kuala Lumpur Business School he is entrusted to spearhead the Department of Research and Post-graduate Studies.
Phone:03-2604 6500 (EXT 6638)
Email:naziruddin@unikl.edu.my
SENIOR LECTURER
Dr. Mohd Hanafia Huridi
PhD in Management Studies, Brunel University London, United Kingdom
M. Econ (Economics Development), Universiti Malaya, Malaysia
B. Econ (Applied Economics), Universiti Malaya, Malaysia
Dr. Hanafia joined Universiti Kuala Lumpur (UniKL) in 2010 as academic staff for the International School of Entrepreneurship (ISE). He has 10 years of teaching experience, and currently, he teaches economics subject for the institute. He began his career as a research officer (RO) at Unit Perundingan Universiti Malaya (UPUM) in collaboration with Ministry of Housing & Local Government (KPKT) to study on The Effectiveness of Local Authority to the National Development. He was also working as a research assistant (RA) at the Faculty of Economics and Administration, University Malaya. Before joining ISE, he served for Management and Science University, Malaysia as a lecturer. Now his research interests are economic development, agricultural economics, small and medium enterprise
Phone:03-2604 6500 (EXT 6630)
Email:mhanafia@unikl.edu.my
HEAD OF SECTION - SENIOR LECTURER
Dr. Zurul Aisya Osman
Doctor of Philosophy (Management), Universiti Kuala Lumpur Business School
Master of Economics, International Islamic University
Bachelor’s in Economics, International Islamic University
Dr. Zurul is a committed academic who values both teaching and research. She enjoys conducting research that is relevant and meaningful, while continuously learning and improving her work. As a passionate academician, she aims to create a supportive and engaging learning environment that encourages students to think critically and apply what they learn. She also believes in guiding and mentoring students with care and strives to contribute positively to the academic community.
RESEARCH AREAS
Economic Development
Entrepreneurship Development
Human Capital Development
Environmental Economics
Islamic Economics
OTHER SKILLS AND EXPERTISE
Member of the Development Studies and Society 5.0 Enabler (DESERVE) research cluster, UniKL Business School.
Diploma Kemahiran Malaysia (DKM) dalam Pengajaran TVET Tahap 4, awarded by Jabatan Pembangunan Kemahiran, Kementerian Sumber Manusia.
Phone:03-2604 6500 (EXT 6659)
Email:zurulaisya@unikl.edu.my
SENIOR LECTURER
Dr. Yasotha Nair
Ph.D. in Family Economics and Management, Universiti Putra Malaysia (UPM)
Master’s in Economic Management, Universiti Sains Malaysia (USM)
Bachelor’s Degree in Economics, Universiti Utara Malaysia (UUM)
She is a Senior Lecturer in the Economics Section at Universiti Kuala Lumpur (UniKL) Business School in Malaysia, with nearly 15 years of academic experience across various institutions. Her teaching and research focus on economics, with particular emphasis on economic analysis and data-driven approaches to examining economic issues. She has co-authored several scholarly research publications and actively contributes to academic research in her field. In recent years, she has successfully supervised and graduated both PhD and Master’s students, reflecting her commitment to postgraduate mentorship and academic development.
RESEARCH AREAS
Her research interests include economics, with a focus on household economic behavior, family economics, management, and financial management. My work examines household and family decision-making, financial behavior, and resource management, aiming to enhance economic well-being and financial sustainability.
PROFESSIONAL CERTIFICATIONS
Trainer for Citi-Upm Financial Empowerment for Mature Women Program
OTHER SKILLS AND EXPERTISE
Served as Internal and External Examiner for Doctoral (PhD) and Master’s programs.
Acted as Assessor for Group Projects in the Seminar on Economic Issues.
Served on the Panel of Assessors for Self-Accreditation (Full Accreditation) of the Bachelor of Science (Hons) in Analytical Economics program.
Head of Department for programs including Bachelor’s in Business Administration, Human Resource Management, Property Management, and Diploma in Business Administration.
Member of the Continual Quality Improvement (CQI) Committee.
Supervisor for students undertaking the Western Australian Certificate of Education (WACE).
Served as Liaison Officer for Convocation Ceremonies.
Program Reviewer for various academic programs.
Phone:03-2604 6500 (Ext 6671)
Email:yasotha@unikl.edu.my
SENIOR LECTURER
Dr. Poh Boon Liang @ Poh Boon Lian
PhD (Economics)
MBA
BSc (II Upper Hons) in Statistics
She is a Senior Lecturer in the Economics Section at UniKL Business School. She has an industry background in international trade and has experience as a mutual funds agent. Her professional expertise combines academic knowledge with practical industry experience, enabling her to provide students with valuable insights into economic principles, international trade, and financial markets.
RESEARCH AREAS
Behavioural and experimental economics
Education – teaching and learning
Financial literacy
OTHER SKILLS AND EXPERTISE
Languages – English, Mandarin, Bahasa Melayu, Chinese dialects – Teochew,Hokkien.
OBEE – Outcome-based education expert
Phone:03-26046680(Ext 6680)
LECTURER
Aiza Liyana Anuar
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Economics, Universiti Sains Islam Malaysia (USIM)
Master of Economics
Aiza Liyana bt Anuar is a lecturer and researcher in economics with strong expertise in econometrics, development economics, and industrial economics. She has extensive experience teaching undergraduate including econometrics, forecasting, economic modelling, and economic analysis. Her research focuses on empirical investigations of human capital, capital accumulation, manufacturing development, and regional economic performance using advanced econometric techniques. She is actively involved in research, academic writing, and training in quantitative research methods.
She applies advanced quantitative and econometric methods to analyse economic growth, industrial development, human capital, and regional economic performance. Her methodological approach integrates contemporary econometric techniques with rigorous empirical analysis to capture dynamic, nonlinear, and heterogeneous relationships in economic data. Her expertise covers both time-series and panel data frameworks, with particular emphasis on modelling long-run and short-run dynamics, asymmetric effects, and distributional impacts across sectors and regions.
RESEARCH AREAS
Econometrics
Development Economics
Industrial Economics – Manufacturing and Sectoral Development
Human Capital and Economic Growth
Regional Economic Performance
Time Series and Panel Data Analysis
Economic Forecasting and Modelling
PROFESSIONAL CERTIFICATIONS
Pedagogy Training (Levels 1, 2, 3 and 4)
Module Writing (UniKL CSET)
Quantitative Research: Concepts, Methods and Data Collection
Systematic Literature Review, Bibliometric and Meta-Analysis</span
Data Analysis using SPSS, STATA, SAS Viya and AI Tools
OTHER SKILLS AND EXPERTISE
Econometric and Statistical Software: STATA, EViews, SPSS
Time Series and Panel Data Modelling
Academic Writing and Journal Publication
Teaching, Curriculum Design and Assessment Development
Email:aiza.liyana@unikl.edu.my
Noor Rahimah Mansur
Master of Economics, International Islamic University Malaysia
Bachelor of Economics (Honours), International Islamic University Malaysia
Diploma of Accountancy, Universiti Teknologi Mara
An economics researcher and PhD candidate in Islamic Banking and Finance (IIiBF, IIUM) with academic training in Islamic finance, financial inclusion, and quantitative analysis. Currently engaged in research on financial literacy, Islamic fintech, and finance-related economic issues, with strong interests in policy-relevant and industry-oriented research.
RESEARCH AREAS
Financial Literacy and Inclusion, Labor Economics, Islamic Fintech and Digital Finance
PROFESSIONAL CERTIFICATIONS
Professional Certificate in Human Resource Management
In progress: Professional Certificate in Islamic Financial Literacy
OTHER SKILLS AND EXPERTISE
Economics
Data Analytics and Programming (Python)
Statistical and Econometric Analysis (EViews, SPSS, SmartPLS, AMOS)
LECTURER
Nurul Izzah Mat Gheni @ Ghani
Master of Science in Applied Statistics (Universiti Teknologi MARA)
Bachelor in Science (Hons.) Actuarial Science (Universiti Teknologi MARA)
Foundation in Science (Universiti Teknologi MARA)
Nurul Izzah Binti Mat Gheni @ Ghani holds a Master of Science in Applied Statistics and a Bachelor’s degree in Actuarial Science from Universiti Teknologi MARA. Her research interests include mortality modelling and Partial Least Squares Structural Equation Modelling (PLS-SEM). She has experience in statistical data analysis using R and has published research applying PLS-SEM in behavioural studies.
RESEARCH AREAS
Mortality modelling
Partial Least Squares Structural Equation Modelling
OTHER SKILLS AND EXPERTISE
PLS-SEM
R Programming
Email:nurul.izzah@unikl.edu.my
LECTURER
Siti Shuhada Ishak
Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Mathematics, Universiti Teknologi MARA (UiTM), Shah Alam (Ongoing)
Master of Science in Mathematics, Universiti Sains Malaysia (USM)
Bachelor of Science (Hons) in Management Mathematics, Universiti Teknologi MARA (UiTM), Shah Alam
Diploma in Science Quantitative, Universiti Teknologi MARA (UiTM), Seri Iskandar
She has experience in writing research papers, revising technical manuscripts, and teaching mathematics in higher education. Her area of specialization is applied mathematics, including numerical analysis, mathematical modelling, boundary layer flow problems, heat and mass transfer, fluid dynamics, and computational simulations.
RESEARCH AREAS
Applied Mathematics and Numerical Methods
Differential Equations
Bioconvective, Heat Transfer and Boundary layer flow Fluid Dynamic
Financial Mathematics
OTHER SKILLS AND EXPERTISE
Mathematical Software: MATLAB, Maple, Mathematica
Programming Languages: Bvp4c, Fortran (Beginner)
Statistical Tools (Beginner): SPSS, MiniTab
Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
Scientific Publishing and Academic Writing
LECTURER
Wan Nurul Ain Wan Marzuki
Master of Science (Mathematics)
Bachelor of Education (Mathematics) with Honours
RESEARCH AREAS
Mathematics
Applied Statistics
Time Series Analysis
OTHER SKILLS AND EXPERTISE
Statistical software: SPSS, Python, Eviews
Time series modelling and forecasting evaluation
Email:nurul.ain@unikl.edu.my
LECTURER
Abd Malik Ibrahim
Msc in Mathematics (Pure Maths), UKM Bangi, Malaysia
He is a Contract Lecturer (Undergraduate) at UniKL Business School. His area of specialization is Mathematics, particularly Number Theory, with an intended research focus on Cryptography (Applied Mathematics).
RESEARCH AREAS
Cryptography
Email:abd.malik@unikl.edu.my
LECTURER
Dr. Ahmad Khusyairi Che Rusli
Doctor of Philosophy (Economics) (UKM)
Master in Economics (UPM)
Bachelor of Accounting (Hons.) UNITEN
He has a good understanding of economic modelling and forecasting and works with topics such as economic crises, tariffs, energy economics, and economic network analysis. He also uses common analytical software to study and interpret economic data effectively. He is continually learning and always aims to apply economic concepts in a practical, easy-to-understand way.
RESEARCH AREAS
Network Analysis
Economic Policy
Energy Economics
OTHER SKILLS AND EXPERTISE
Energy economic forecasting.
Email:khusyairi@unikl.edu.my
LECTURER
Amirul Afiq Kamaruddin
Master of Economics (Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia – UKM)
BBA (Hons.) Business Economics (Universiti Teknologi MARA – UiTM)
Diploma in Business Studies (Universiti Teknologi MARA – UiTM)
Amirul Afiq Bin Kamaruddin is a dedicated Lecturer with broad expertise across core and applied economics, teaching Principles of Economics, Macroeconomics, Microeconomics, Financial Economics, and Capital Market and Institutions. His academic work is driven by a strong interest in how economies grow, trade, and respond to monetary forces, with research spanning International Trade, Monetary Economics, and Economic Growth.
With a rigorous quantitative approach, he employs a wide toolkit of econometric methods ranging from standard and advanced regression techniques (OLS, FMOLS, DOLS, POLS) to dynamic time-series modelling (ARDL, NARDL), robustness-driven analysis (Bootstrap Rolling Windows), and volatility modelling (ARCH/GARCH). Through teaching and research, he aims to connect economic theory with real-world policy and market outcomes using evidence-based, data-intensive analysis.
RESEARCH AREA
International Trade.
Economic Growth.
Time Series and Panel Data Analysis
Monetary Economics
OTHER SKILLS AND EXPERTISE
Econometrics and Statistical Software: EViews.
Time Series and Panel Data Analysis.
TeX and MiKTeX – LaTeX
Email:amirul.afiq@unikl.edu.my
LECTURER
Yusri Yahya
BACHELOR OF ECONOMICS WITH HONOURS (2019) – UNIVERSITI KEBANGSAAN MALAYSIA
MASTER OF ECONOMICS (2021) – UNIVERSITI KEBANGSAAN MALAYSIA
He is a researcher in economics with a strong background in financial economics and econometrics. He holds a Bachelor of Economics with Honours and a Master of Economics from Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia. His research interests focus on investor behaviour, market uncertainty, and nonlinear and time-frequency econometric methods applied to financial markets.
RESEARCH AREAS
FINANCIAL ECONOMICS
ECONOMETRICS
PROFESSIONAL CERTIFICATIONS
Institut Statistik Malaysia (ISM)- Member
OTHER SKILLS AND EXPERTISE
Wavelet model
Eviews, R-software
Email:yusriyahya@unikl.edu.my
DEPUTY DEAN (STUDENT DEVELOPMENT & CAMPUS LIFESTYLE) AND LECTURER
Aminatul Hawa Yahaya
Masters of Applied Statistics, University Malaya
Bachelor of Sciences (Honours) Statistics, University Putra Malaysia
With over 20 years of experience in higher education, she is currently a Lecturer and the Head of the Economics Section at UniKL Business School. She began her academic career at Universiti Teknologi MARA (UiTM) before joining Universiti Kuala Lumpur (UniKL) in 2006, where she has since served in various academic and leadership roles. Her previous appointments include Programme Coordinator for the B.Sc. (Hons.) in Analytical Economics, Final Year Project Coordinator under the Research & Innovation Section, and Head of Section for Applied Science and Technology. These roles have strengthened her expertise in academic management, curriculum development, and research supervision.
She holds a B.Sc. (Hons.) in Statistics from Universiti Putra Malaysia (UPM) and a Master of Applied Statistics from Universiti Malaya (UM). Her research interests focus on applied statistics, particularly regression model development, model-building procedures, and logistic regression. She has been an active SPSS practitioner since 2010 and has contributed to numerous journal articles, conference papers, and symposium publications in the field. She is passionate about teaching, research, and guiding students in analytical and evidence-based approaches to economics and social sciences.
RESEARCH AREAS
Applied Statistics
Statistical Modelling
Multiple Regression
PROFESSIONAL CERTIFICATION
Institut Statistik Malaysia (ISM) – Ordinary Member – January 2009/10 – Now
Malaysian Mathematical Sciences Society (Persama) – Ordinary Member – May 2009/10 – Now
The Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport (CILT) – Member – September 2025 – Now
OTHER SKILLS AND EXPERTISE
SAS, SPSS, E-Views, Microsoft Office
Phone:03-2604 6500 (Ext 6662)
SENIOR LECTURER
Dr. Nuralia Jamila Ali
Bachelor’s in Economics
Master’s in Business Administration
Postgraduate Diploma in Strategic Management and Leadership
PHD in Management
Dr. Nuralia Jamila is a Senior Lecturer at Universiti Kuala Lumpur (UniKL). She holds a Ph.D. in Management from UniKL, a Master of Business Administration from Anglia Ruskin University (UK), and a Postgraduate Diploma from the Chartered Management Institute (UK). She earned her Bachelor’s degree in Economics from the International Islamic University Malaysia (IIUM). Her research interests lie in the field of social economics, with a particular focus on the intersection of economic behavior, social development, gender studies and governance. Dedicated to both teaching and research excellence, Dr. Nuralia strives to bridge academic knowledge with real-world socioeconomic challenges to promote inclusive and sustainable growth.
RESEARCH AREAS
Social Economics
Corruption/Governance
Gender studies
| General Studies Section
Dr. Sakinah Munarwarrah Hashim
HEAD OF SECTION, GENERAL STUDIES AND SENIOR LECTURER
Dr. Sakinah Munarwarrah Hashim
DOCTOR OF PHILOSOPHY IN ISLAMIC REVEALED KNOWLEDGE AND HERITAGE IN USUL ALDIN AND COMPARATIVE RELIGION, IIUM
MASTER OF ISLAMIC REVEALED KNOWLEDGE AND HERITAGE IN USUL ALDIN AND COMPARATIVE RELIGION, IIUM
BACHELOR OF ARABIC LANGUAGE AND LITERATURE, IIUM
She is responsible for teaching MPU subjects under the Student Development Section and Foundation Programme, including Tamadun Islam dan Tamadun Asia (TITAS), Isu-Isu Kontemporari Muslim di Malaysia, Amalan Islam di Malaysia, and other MPU-related subjects.
She is actively involved in managing student activities, including Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) programmes with external parties. She also coordinates UniKL activities such as the Islamic Placement Test, Quranic Placement Test, and serves as the Programme Coordinator for the Ulul Albab Programme at UniKL. She has experience as an Internal Auditor for IPMA/MQS and ISO at UniKL BMI before being transferred to UniKL Business School. She also serves as the VLE and EQVS Coordinator and contributes as a reviewer for academic journals, including Elsevier, SciencePG, and IJRISS.
RESEARCH AREAS
Philosophy
Islamic Theology
Comparative Religion
Ideology
Usuluddin
PROFESSIONAL CERTIFICATION
Reviewer for (Elsevier, SciencePG and IJRISS)
Certificate in Islamic Economics
OTHER SKILLS AND EXPERTISE
Trainer for EQVS, Speaker
Researcher and Editorial Board
Book Editor
Phone:03-2604 6500 (Ext 6675)
Email:sakinah@unikl.edu.my
Dr. Khairunnisa Azmar
Dr. Liew Hui Nee
Dr. K.Sarojani Devi
Dr. Norkhairi Ahmad
Siti Nor Khairunnisa Zainudin
Wan Yusrina Wan Yusuff
Lara Suraya Che Rahim
Mohd Fahmi Sirun
SENIOR LECTURER
Dr. Khairunnisa Azmar
PhD in Teaching English as a Second Language (TESL), Universiti Putra Malaysia (UPM)
Master of Education (Hons) in Teaching English as a Second Language (TESL), Universiti Teknologi Mara (UiTM) Shah Alam
Bachelor of Education (Hons) in Teaching English as a Second Language (TESL), Universiti Teknologi Mara (UiTM) Shah Alam
BRIEF ABOUT YOURSELF
Dr. Khairunnisa Azmar is a senior lecturer at Universiti Kuala Lumpur Business School (UBIS). She holds a PhD in Teaching English as a Second Language (TESL) from Universiti Putra Malaysia (UPM) where her area of speacialization is teaching and learning writing skills. She also obtained her Master of Education (Hons) and Bachelor of Education (Hons) in TESL from Universiti Teknologi MARA (UiTM), Shah Alam. Her academic and research interests focus on TESL, writing skills, and pedagogy, with a strong emphasis on effective teaching and learning practices in English language education. Currently, she teaches English courses for undergraduate students.
RESEARCH AREAS
- TESL
- Writing skills
- Pedagogy
PROFESSIONAL CERTIFICATION
- Reviewer for Science Journal of Education
OTHER SKILLS AND EXPERTISE
- Researcher
- Journal reviewer
Phone:03-26046500 (EXT 6621)
Email:khairunnisa@unikl.edu.my
SENIOR LECTURER
Dr. Liew Hui Nee
Doctor of Arts in International Chinese Language Education, Minzu University of China.
Master of Arts, Universiti Malaya (UM).
Bachelor of Arts in Arts & Social Sciences, Universiti Malaya (UM).
Phone:03-2604 6500 (EXT 6623)
Email:hnliew@unikl.edu.my
SENIOR LECTURER
Dr. K.Sarojani Devi
PhD in Language Testing, University of Bedfordshire, UK
Master in Education, University Sains Malaysia
Bachelor in Education, Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia
Diploma in Education, Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia
Phone:03-2604 6500 (EXT 6619)
Email:ksarojani@unikl.edu.my
SENIOR LECTURER
Dr. Norkhairi Ahmad
PhD. in Applied Language Studies (Universiti Teknologi MARA)
Master of Arts in English Language Studies (Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia)
Bachelor of Education (Hons) in TESL (Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia)
Dr Norkhairi Ahmad is a senior lecturer for English and Humanities courses. He has 28 years of experience in teaching language courses at schools, colleges and university level. In addition, he has also conducted over 50 training and talk programs in language and education to learners from various level and corporate clients from many organisations. Dr Norkhairi has published more than 40 peer-reviewed research documents with over 150 citations featured by platforms like ORCID, Scopus Author Preview and Google Scholar. During his 19-year service at Universiti Kuala Lumpur, he has held numerous campus-level positions as heads of section/unit for Quality Assurance, International Partnership, Industrial Linkages, Research, Internal Audit, and English Curriculum Development Unit (CUDU).
RESEARCH AREAS
English for Specific Purposes, Testing and Evaluation, Language Education, Educational Management.
PROFESSIONAL CERTIFICATIONS
HRDF Certified Trainer
OTHER SKILLS AND EXPERTISE
Corporate Training in Language and Education
Master of Ceremony/Emcee
Sports-Hockey, Cricket & Rugby
Phone:03-26046640(Ext 6640)
Email:norkhairi@unikl.edu.my
LECTURER
Siti Nor Khairunnisa Zainudin
Master of Arts, Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia
Degree of Malay Culture & Arts, Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia
Phone:03-2604 6500 (EXT 6651)
LECTURER
Wan Yusrina Wan Yusuff
Master of Education in Teaching English As A Second Language, Universiti Teknologi MARA
Bachelor of Education, Teaching English As A Second Language, Universiti Industri Selangor (UNISEL)
Diploma in Business Studies (Insurance), Universiti Teknologi MARA
Wan Yusrina Wan Yusuff is a lecturer at Universiti Kuala Lumpur Business School (UBIS). She holds a Master’s degree in Teaching English as a Second Language (TESL) from Universiti Teknologi MARA (UiTM), with a specialization in teaching communication and writing learning skills. She also obtained her Bachelor of Education (Hons) in TESL from Universiti Industri Selangor (UNISEL), Bestari Jaya, Kuala Selangor. With more than 15 years of teaching experience, she has extensive expertise in English language teaching, particularly in business communication and academic writing. Throughout her career, she has taught a wide range of English courses and has been actively involved in designing instructional materials, assessments, and learning activities that enhance students’ communication competence. Currently, she teaches English courses for undergraduate students at UBIS, where she continues to contribute to the development of students’ professional communication and writing skills.
RESEARCH AREAS
TESL
Business Communication and Writing Skills Pedagogy
Phone:03-2604 6500 (EXT 6653)
Email:wan.yusrina@unikl.edu.my
LECTURER
Lara Suraya Che Rahim
Master of Education English as Second Language (ESL), University Malaya
Bachelor of Education Teaching English as Second Language (TESL), Management & Science University
Foundation of Education Teaching English as Second Language (TESL), Management & Science University
Phone:03-2604 6608 (EXT 6608)
Email:larasuraya@unikl.edu.my
LECTURER
Mohd Fahmi Sirun
Master of Science (Counseling), Universiti Utara Malaysia
Bachelor of Usuluddin (Counseling), Universiti Sultan Zainal Abidin
Diploma of Al-Quran & Al-Sunnah, Kolej Universiti Islam Antarabangsa Selangor
Mohd Fahmi bin Sirun is a lecturer at Universiti Kuala Lumpur Business School (UBIS) since 2015. He holds a Master from Universiti Utara Malaysia (UUM) where his area of speacialization is Islamic Studies and Counselling. He also obtained his Bachelor from UniSZA, Terengganu and Diploma in Islamic Studies from Universiti Islam Selangor (UIS). His academic and research interests focus on general social studies, especially islamic civilization, philosophy and contemporary issues. Currently, he teaches MPU courses for undergraduate students.
RESEARCH AREA
Islamic civilization
Social science
Islamic studies
PROFESSIONAL CERTIFICATION
Editing for Majalah Dakwah YADIM
OTHER SKILLS AND EXPERTISE
Journal reviewer
Editor
Phone:03-2604 6500 (EXT 6627)
| Marketing / International Business Section
Sarah Hazlinda Hazlan
HEAD OF SECTION, MARKETING/INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS AND LECTURER
Sarah Hazlinda Hazlan
PhD in Management (2024 – Present) – UniKL Business School
Master of Business Administration (2023 – 2024) – UniKL Business School
Bachelor of Business Administration in Marketing (Honours) – UniKL Business School
Mrs. Sarah Hazlinda Hazlan is a Marketing Lecturer and Head of Section at Universiti Kuala Lumpur Business School (UniKL Business School) with over eight years of professional experience in digital marketing and social media management. She specializes in Social Media Marketing and optimization, marketing management, digital marketing, and customer relationship management (CRM), and is passionate about bridging academic knowledge with real-world industry practice. She holds a Master’s Degree in Business Administration (MBA) and is currently pursuing a PhD in Management. Her academic and research interests include customer retention, digital marketing strategies, and marketing ethics. In her leadership role, she oversees academic coordination, supports faculty development, and contributes to departmental and institutional initiatives. She is also actively involved in student supervision, academic advising, university events, and marketing initiatives, reflecting her commitment to academic excellence, leadership, and industry relevance.
RESEARCH AREAS
Social Media Marketing and Optimization
Digital Marketing
Customer Relationship Management
Marketing Strategies
Branding and Influencer Marketing
PROFESSIONAL CERTIFICATION
Event Management – HRD Corp
Digital Marketing – Google
OTHER SKILLS AND EXPERTISE
SPSS and SmartPLS – Advanced
SAS – Beginner
Social Media Analytics – Advanced
Microsoft Office – Advanced
Outcome-Based Learning (OBE)
Student Academic Advisor
Internship Supervisor
E-Sport player & Advisor
MARKETING
Prof. Dr. Mohd Farid Shamsudin
Dr. Mohd Faizun Mohamad Yazid
Dr. Arman Ahmad
Dr. Muhamad Shahrin Hashim@Brahim
Dr. Khairul Shahida Shabi
Dr. Siti Aisyah Esa
Dr. Wan Amira Wan Ahmad
Rosniza Mohamad Noor
Farah Hida Sharin
Nor Azani Fadzil
Mior Saiful Azwan Mior Safian
Zuriyanti Md Zulkifli
Nurhanan Syafiah Abdul Razak
PROFESSOR
Prof. Dr. Mohd Farid Shamsudin
Doctor of Business Administration, OYA Graduate School of Business, Universiti Utara Malaysia
MBA, International Islamic University
Bachelor in Business Administration, Malaysia Multimedia University
Assoc. Dr. Mohd Farid Shamsudin lectures and researches in the areas of Marketing. He has 22 years working experience in banking and telecommunication industry. Prior joining UNIKL he was from Celcom Axiata Berhad as a Senior Product Manager. He acquired enormous industry experience especially related to consumer behavior, product development, relationship marketing and customer services. Currently he is the head of section for Marketing and responsible to oversee Bachelor in Business Administration (HONS) in Marketing and Bachelor in Business Administration (HONS) in International Business. Assoc. Dr. Mohd Farid Shamsudin also has more than 4 years teaching experience as a part time lecturer in various local universities for postgraduate studies. He is currently a supervisor for few PhD and Master Students and actively participates in writing and attending conferences. He graduated from Multimedia University for his Bachelor in Business Administration followed by MBA from International Islamic University, Malaysia and finally was awarded Doctor of Business Administration from Universiti Utara Malaysia. His interests’ areas of research are those related to consumer behavior, relationship marketing, advertising and branding. Among the subject specializes by Assoc. Dr. Mohd Farid Shamsudin are Principle of Marketing, Marketing Management, Strategic Marketing, Advertising And Promotion, Retail Management, Sales Management and Product Development.
RESEARCH AREA
Consumer Behaviour and Customer Experience
Marketing Strategy, Branding, and Service Quality Management
Digital Marketing, Social Media, and Technology Adoption
Entrepreneurship, Innovation, and SME Performance
Higher Education, TVET, and Organisational Performance Studies
PROFESSIONAL CERTIFICATION
Certified Professional Marketer (CPM)
Institute of Marketing Malaysia (IMM)
Chartered Human Resource Officer (CHRO)
Chartered Institute of Professional Certification (CIPC)
Professional Certificate in Marketing Strategy and Management
Institute of Marketing Malaysia (IMM)
Professional Training Certifications in Digital Marketing, Branding, and Consumer Behaviour
Various professional bodies and industry-based training providers
Certified Trainer / Academic Facilitator (Professional & Postgraduate Level)
Recognised through extensive postgraduate teaching, DBA/PhD supervision, and executive training engagements
OTHER SKILLS AND EXPERTISE
Research & Methodological Expertise – Advanced quantitative data analysis using PLS-SEM (SmartPLS), SEM-AMOS, regression analysis, mediation, and moderation testing
Academic Leadership & Supervision – PhD, DBA, and Master’s supervision, including proposal defense, VIVA preparation, and examiner response management
Teaching & Learning Innovation – Online and blended learning design, including LMS, digital assessment, and proctoring systems
Digital, Technology & Analytics Skills – Technology Acceptance Model (TAM/Q-TAM) and digital adoption research expertise
Industry & Professional Practice – Strategic marketing and product management (telecommunications, service industries)
Policy, Governance & Institutional Expertise – Higher education policy analysis, TVET, and private higher education institutional research
Scholarly Communication & Publication – High-volume scholarly publishing (journals, books, chapters, proceedings)
Interdisciplinary & Conceptual Strengths – Integration of marketing, management, finance, entrepreneurship, education, and technology
Phone:03-2604 6500 (EXT 6629)
Email:mfarid@unikl.edu.my
SENIOR LECTURER & CHARTERED MARKETER
Dr. Arman Ahmad
Chartered Marketer, The Chartered Institute of Marketing, United Kingdom
Fellow, The Chartered Institute of Marketing, United Kingdom
Chartered Member, The Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport, Malaysia
Doctor of Business Administration (Marketing), Asia e University, Malaysia
Master of Management, International Islamic University, Malaysia
BBA (Hons) Marketing, Universiti Teknologi Mara, Malaysia
Professional Diploma in Digital Marketing, Chartered Institute of Marketing, UK
Diploma in International Trade, Kolej Agama Sultan Zainal Abidin, Malaysia
Foundation in Advertising (Global), Institute of Practitioner in Advertising, UK
Dr. Arman Ahmad is a Senior Lecturer at the Department of Marketing, Universiti Kuala Lumpur Business School, Malaysia. He holds Doctor of Business Administration in Marketing from Asia e University. He is a Chartered Marketer and Fellow of the Chartered Institute of Marketing United Kingdom and a Chartered Member of The Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport, Malaysia. He is also a life member of The Institute of Marketing, Malaysia and the Malaysia Consumer and Family Economy Association (MACFEA). Additionally, He is also a member of various other professional bodies such as the Malaysian Institute of Management, the Malaysian Association for Professional Speakers, the Social Science & Humanities Research Association, the Association of Professional Researchers and Academicians, as well as the Malaysian Reserved Army under the Rejimen Askar Wataniah, Malaysia.
Dr. Arman is a marketing specialist with deep expertise in forensic marketing, consumerism, and behavioural marketing. With over 23 years of combined industry and academic experience, he has worked across sectors including education, marketing, freight forwarding, transportation, book publishing, and food services. His academic involvement spans all educational levels, from primary to postgraduate, reflecting his broad commitment to education and knowledge sharing. He also teaches and supervises both undergraduate and postgraduate students. As an active researcher, He has published most of his research works in highly reputable journals. He has also presented papers at various marketing, behavioural science, management science, tourism marketing, technology marketing and entrepreneurship conferences locally and internationally.
He is also the Editorial Member for various local and international journals such as the International Journal of Business Marketing and Communication (IJBMC), the Asian Journal of Management Entrepreneurship & Social Sciences (AJMESC), the Asia Pacific Journal of Business Economics and Technology (APJBET), the International Journal of Economics, Business, and Innovation Research (IJEBIR), the CITACONOMIA: Economic and Business Studies and the CITAKARYA: Jurnal Pengabdian Masyarakat, Jurnal Fiscal: Akuntansi dan Perpajakan, EFEKTIF Jurnal Ekonomi dan Bisnis, the Jurnal Inspektorat and the Interdisciplinary Journal of Economics and Social Behaviour.
In addition, Dr. Arman is an active reviewer for several SCOPUS indexed Journals such as Gadjah Mada International Journal of Business. Journal of Islamic Marketing (Emerald Publishing), Public Library of Science (PLOS) ONE, Journal of Open Innovation: Technology, Market, and Complexity as well as the Cogent Business & Management and Cogent Arts & Humanities together with other reputable international journals such as the International Journal of Muamalat, the Asian Journal of Management Entrepreneurship & Social Sciences, the International Journal of Business and Quality Research, the Science Journal of Business and Management, the Bisma: Journal of Business and Management, Journal of Economics, Management and Accounting, Journal of Consumer Sciences as well as the Social and Management Research Journal.
Apart from teaching, supervising and researching, Dr. Arman is also an active columnist in several travel and tourism magazines in Malaysia and his published writings specifically discuss nature protection, environmental sustainability, mountain climbing, travel and tourism as well as extreme sports activities. As a Certified Rescue Divers under the Professional Association of Diving Instructors (PADI) and a member of the Malaysian Climbers Club, National Geographic Society, Free Tree Society and the Worldwide Fund for Nature, he gets himself involved actively in extreme sports, nature conservation and environmental protection activities by joining various programs organized by Malaysia NGOs which specifically aim to protect nature, environment and wildlife.
- RESEARCH AREAS
- SELECTED PUBLICATIONS
- PROFESSIONAL CERTIFICATION
- OTHER SKILLS AND EXPERTISE
- Marketing
- Behavioral Science
- Consumer Behavior
- Consumer psychology
- Behavioral marketing
- Tourism marketing
- Digital marketing
- Entrepreneurial marketing
- Islamic marketing
- Zakaria, Z., Ahmad, A., & Norzaidi, M. D. (2009). Determining World Class University From the Evaluation of Service Quality and Students Satisfaction Level: An Empirical Study in Malaysia. International Journal of Scientific Research in Education, 2(2), 59-66. Source. Publisher: IJSRE. Publication Date: December 2009.
- Ahmad, A., Alias, M. A. B., Farid, M. F. S., & Kadir, B. B. (2016). The Role of Corporate Social Responsibility in The Coporate Brand Building. Journal of Postgraduate Current Business Research, 1(2), 15-26. Source. Publisher: ABRN Asia. Publication Date: 28th July 2016.
- Ahmad, A., Ismail, Y. B., & Kadir, M. F. B. (2016). Review of Customer Adoption on Mobile Payment. Journal of Postgraduate Current Business Research, 1(2), 08-14. Source. Publisher: ABRN Asia. Publication Date: 28th July 2016.
- Ahmad, A., Shamsudin, M. F., & Kadir, B. (2016). The Effect of Pricing, Market Access and Customer Relationship Management Toward Social Media and Entrepreneurship (SMEs) Growth. Journal of Postgraduate Current Business Research, 1(2), 01-07. Source. Publisher: ABRN Asia. Publication Date: 30th October 2016.
- Masri, R., Ahmad, A., & Rani, R. A. (2018). Maslow Theory in The Contexts of Fulfilling Basic Needs and Its Role in Rising Organizational Performances: Study and Islamic perspective. Jurnal Hadhari, 10(1), 1-28. Source. Publisher: Penerbit UKM Press. Publication Date: 31st May 2018.
- Masri, R., Ahmad, A., & Rani, R. A. (2018). Teori Maslow Dalam Konteks Memenuhi Keperluan Asas Pekerja Dan Peranannya Dalam Meningkatkan Prestasi Organisasi: Kajian Dan Perspektif Islam. Journal Hadhari: An International Journal, 10(1), 01-27. Publisher: Jabatan Kemajuan Islam Malaysia & Penerbit UKM Press. Publication Date: 31st May 2018.
- Ahmad, A., Khalid, S. A. A., Ismail, N. R., NurAmalina, P. N., & Syuhada, N. (2018). Salt Water Tourism Development in Peninsular Malaysia: A General Review. Journal of Postgraduate Current Business Research, 3(2), 06-12. Source. Publisher: ABRN Asia. Publication Date: 31st December 2018.
- Ahmad, A., Ibrahim, A., Ahmad, Z. H., & Masri, R. (2019). The Predictors of Sports Tourism Involvement in Malaysia: An Extreme Sport Overview. Humanities & Social Sciences Reviews, 7(2), 449-453. Source. Publisher: Maya Global Education Society. Publication Date: 1st March 2019.
- Ahmad, A., Norsida, S., Ridzuan, M., Norny Rafida, A. R., & Wan Sabri, W. H. (2019). Theorizing Servitisation for SME Performance. International Journal of Financial Research, 10(5), 66-74. Source. Publisher: Sciedu Press. Publication Date: 10th June 2019.
- Ahmad, A., Idris, I., Mason, C., & Chow, S. K. (2019). The Impact of Young Celebrity Endorsements in Social Media Advertisements and Brand Image Towards the Purchase Intention of Young Consumers. International Journal of Financial Research, 10(5), 54-65. Source. Publisher: Sciedu Press. Publication Date: 10th June 2019.
- Ahmad, A., Idris, I., & Jing, R. M. L. (2019). The Effects of Self-Esteem And Influence of Friends via Social Media on Body Image Amongst Children. International Journal of Financial Research, 10(5), 40-53. Source. Publisher: Sciedu Press. Publication Date: 10th June 2019.
- Ahmad, A., Wahid, A. A. A., Masri, R., Ibrahim, A., Shamsudin, M. F., & Idris, I. (2020). Understanding the Major Predictors Affecting the Level of Customer’s Satisfaction Towards SME Fast Food Industry in Malaysia: The Equity Theory Perspectives. International Journal of Innovative Technology and Exploring Engineering (IJITEE), 9(2), 4599-4604. Source. Publisher: Blue Eyes Intelligence Engineering and Sciences Publication (BEIESP). Publication Date: 10th December 2019.
- Ahmad, A., Idris, I., Mason, C., Hasim, M. A., & Sajilan, S. (2020). The Impacts of Motives, Barriers, and Behaviour on the Travel Package Attractiveness from Muslim Travelers Perspectives. International Journal of Innovative Technology and Exploring Engineering (IJITEE), 9(3), 2714-2721. Source. Publisher: BEIESP. Publication Date: 10th January 2020.
- Ahmad, A. H., Idris, I., & Mason, C. (2020). “Unpacking” Young Travelers’needs to Enhance The Attractiveness of Package Tours. International Journal of Psychosocial Rehabilitation, 24(6), 1879-1896. Source. Publisher: Hampstead Psychological Associates. Publication Date: 15th January 2020.
- Idris, I., Suhana, S., Ahmad, A., & Wong, C. M. K. (2020). The Impacts of Social Media Advertisements on Millennial's Consumption. TEST Engineering and Management, 82, 5537-5544. Source. Publisher: Mattingley Publishing Co., Inc. Publication Date: 27th January 2020.
- Idris, I., Suhana, S., Ahmad, A., & Lim, S. K. X. (2020). Factors That Influence The Effectiveness Of Online Advertising In Enhancing Consumer's Purchase Intention Among Young Adults In Malaysia. TEST Engineering & Management, 82, 5528-5536. Source. Publisher: Mattingley Publishing Co., Inc. Publication Date: 27th January 2020.
- Agus, P., Ratna Setyowati, P., Ahmad, A., Masduki, A., Innocentius, B., Priyono Budi, S., & Otta Breman, S. (2020). The Effect of Implementation Integrated Management System ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 22000 and ISO 45001 on Indonesian Food Industries Performance. Test Engineering and Management, 82(20), 14054-14069. Source. Publisher: Mattingley Publishing Co., Inc. Publication Date: 26th February 2020.
- Ahmad, A., Idris, I., Wong, J. X., Malik, I. S. A., Masri, R., & Alias, S. S. (2020). Creating Brand Awareness Through YouTube Advertisement Engagement. Test Engineering & Management, 83(4), 7970-7976. Source. Publisher: Mattingley Publishing Co., Inc. Publication Date: 9th April 2020.
- Shamsudin, M. F., Ishak, M. F., Ahmad, A., & Hassan, S. (2020). Market orientation and customer engagement towards customer satisfaction in banking industry. Journal of Critical Reviews, 7(16), 966–974. Source. Publisher: Innovare Academics Sciences Pvt. Ltd. Publication Date: 20th June 2020.
- Ahmad, A., Masri, R., Chong, C. V., Fauzi, R. U. A., & Idris, I. (2020). Evolution of technology and consumer behavior: The unavoidable impacts. Journal of Critical Reviews, 7(11), 3206–3217. Source. Publisher: Innovare Academics Sciences Pvt. Ltd. Publication Date: 8th July 2020.
- Ahmad, A., Fauzi, R. U. A., Ditta, A. S. A., Idris, I., & Yazid, M. F. M. (2020). The role of perceived benefits and perceived risks towards the consumers’ purchase intention via Ecommerce: An evidence from Indonesia. Solid State Technology, 63(2s), 3257-3274. Source. Publisher: PennWell Publishing Co. Publication Date: 9th October 2020.
- Hasim, M. A., Ishak, M. F., Halim, N. N. A., Ahmad, A., & Suyatna, P. N. (2020). Media richness on Instagram influences towards consumer purchase intention: Exploring the moderating effect of brand equity. Dinasti International Journal of Education Management And Social Science, 1(6), 1001-1011. Source. Publisher: Dinasti Publisher, Yayasan Dharma Indonesia Tercinta (DINASTI). Publication Date: 11th October 2020.
- Ahmad, A., Masri, R., Zeh, C. M., Shamsudin, M. F., & Fauzi, R. U. A. (2020). The Impact of Digitalization on Occupational Fraud Opportunity in Telecommunication Industry: A Strategic Review. PalArch's Journal of Archaeology of Egypt/Egyptology, 17(9), 1308-1326. Source. Publisher: PalArch Foundation Journals. Publication Date: 2nd November 2020.
- Ahmad, A., Masri, R., Wan Abdul Aziz, W. M. N. H., Idris, I., & Purwanto, A. (2020). A Conceptual Approach To Examine The Influence of Executional Frameworks of Advertising Design On Consumer’s Motivation. PalArch’s Journal of Archaeology of Egypt/Egyptology, 17(9), 1297-1307. Source. Publisher: PalArch Foundation Journals. Publication Date: 2nd November 2020.
- Ahmad, A. H., Idris, I., Alias, S. S., Tuong, C., & Amit, H. (2020). The credibility of celebrity endorser: its impact towards consumer purchase intention on Instagram in Malaysia. PalArch's Journal of Archaeology of Egypt/Egyptology, 17(9), 1327-1343. Source. Publisher: PalArch Foundation Journals. Publication Date: 2nd November 2020.
- Fauzi, R. U. A., Kadi, D. C. N. A., & Ahmad, A. H. (2021). The Role of Trust as Mediator in the Effect of Religiosity and Bank Image Towards Consumers’ Intention: An Empirical Case Study of Bank Muamalat, Indonesia. Asia Pacific Journal of Social Science Research, 6(1), 22-22. Source. Publisher: ABRN Asia. Publication Date: 24th June 2021.
- Ahmad, A., Zamrie, N. A., Azmee, L. I., Zainon, A., Azmi, M. R., & Abd Halim, A. I. (2021). Factors influencing the selection of smartphones among University Students: an insight from Universiti Kuala Lumpur, Business School, Malaysia. Asian Journal of Management, Entrepreneurship and Social Science, 1(1), 1-15. Source. Publisher: Cita Konsultindo Research Center. Publication Date: 3rd November 2021.
- Ahmad, A., Kamarulzaman, K. I., Hamidi, M. H. H., Abd Nasir, M. I., Sukeri, A. S., & Izham, N. A. M. (2021). Antecedents of smoking addiction among university students. Asian Journal of Management, Entrepreneurship and Social Science, 1(1), 44-55. Source. Publisher: Cita Konsultindo Research Center. Publication Date: 3rd November 2021.
- Ahmad, A., Fauzi, R. U. A., Romeli, M., Sentosa, I., & Che Mat, C. R. (2021). Does Entrepreneurship Education, Motivation, Ability, Attitude and Social Factors Influence Entrepreneurship Intentions in Indonesia?. Journal of Positive Psychology & Wellbeing, 5(3), 483-500. Source. Publisher: Gökmen Arslan, Turkiye. Publication Date: 2021.
- Ahmad, A., Masri, R., Altounjy, R., Yusoff, S. H. M., Rahman, N. R. A., & Shamsudin, M. F. (2021). Innovation through Delivery of Tacit-Explicit Knowledge: A Maqasid Approach. Journal of Positive Psychology and Wellbeing, 5(3), 501-515. Source. Publisher: Gökmen Arslan, Turkiye. Publication Date: 2021.
- Mohamed-Isa, A., Latiff, A. R. A., Osman, M. N. H., & Ahmad, A. (2021). Determinants of Whistleblowing Intention in Organization. Journal of Environmental Treatment Techniques, 9(1), 54-58. Source. Publisher: Dorma Trading Est Journals. Publication Date: 10 October 2020 (Available in 2021).
- Fauzi, R. U. A., Ahmad, A., Niam, B., Z., & Idris, I. (2022). The Effect of Religiosity, Profit Loss and Sharing on Consumer Trust and Intention to Financing in Islamic Bank. Li Falah: Jurnal Studi Ekonomi dan Bisnis Islam, 6(2), 21-40. Source. Publisher: Institut Agama Islam Negeri Kendari. Publication Date: 14th January 2022.
- Ahmad, A., Rakieein, A. E. N. M., Hikim, N. A. A., Nawi, N. A. C., Latip, S. A., & Hum, A. M. (2022). The Antecedents of Changes In Purchasing Patterns During Covid-19 Outbreaks: An Insight From Malaysian Consumers. Asian Journal of Management, Entrepreneurship and Social Science, 2(01), 202-218. Source. Publisher: Cita Konsultindo Research Center. Publication Date: 7th October 2022.
- Ahmad, A. (2022). Managing the Organization at the Stage of Growth: An Overview. International Journal of Economics, Business and Innovation Research, 1(01), 10-17. Source. Publisher: Cita Konsultindo Research Center. Publication Date: 8th November 2022.
- Ahmad, A. H., Masri, R., Mohamed Jesmin, F. H., & Shamsudin, M. F. (2021). How do Emotions Influence Negotiators in Negotiations? In ICSST 2021: Proceedings of the 1st International Conference on Social, Science, and Technology, ICSST 2021, Tangerang, Indonesia, 25 November 2021. Source. Publisher: European Alliance for Innovation (EAI). Publication Date: 22nd July 2022.
- Yazid, M. F. M., Akhter, N. N., Ishak, M. F., Shamsudin, M. F., & Ahmad, A. H. (2022). The Impact of Social Media Interactions on Consumer Decision Making in Saudi Arabia. Global Business and Management Research: An International Journal, 14(4s), 307-316. Source. Publisher: Universal-Publishers. Publication Date: December 2022.
- Ahmad, A. H., Harith, N. F. A. A., Zulfakar, M. Z., Sanin, H., & Fauzi, R. U. A. (2022). Brand Equity Determinants and Consumers Choices of Smartphone: A Case of iPhone’s Users in Kuala Lumpur. International Journal of Economics, Business and Innovation Research, 1(01), 48-67. Source. Publisher: Cita Konsultindo Research Center. Publication Date: 8th November 2022.
- Shamsudin, M. F., Ishak, M. F., Yazid, M. F. M., & Ahmad, A. H. (2022). Role of Brand Awareness, Brand Image and Perceived Quality in Private Universities. Global Business and Management Research: An International Journal, 14(4), 142-154. Source. Publisher: Universal-Publishers. Publication Date: December 2022.
- Ahmad, A. H., Muregesu, Y., Masri, R., Shamsudin, M. F., & Yazid, M. F. M. (2023). Does Customer Perceived Value Sway Customer Satisfaction and Post Purchase Intentions? Evidence from Online Shopping in Malaysia. International Journal of Economics, Business and Innovation Research, 2(01), 1-16. Source. Publisher: Cita Konsultindo Research Center. Publication Date: 1st January 2023.
- Ahmad, A. H., & Wan Hussin, W. S. (2023). UniKL Business School: Matters Beyond Ranking Towards Becoming A World Class University. International Journal of Education, Vocational and Social Sciences, 2(01), 1-14. Source. Publisher: Cita Konsultindo Research Center. Publication Date: 7th January 2023.
- Ahmad, A. H., Sharifah Nur Syakirah, S. H., Ridzuan, M., Azizan, M. I., Nur Syairah, A., & Hussin, W. S. W. (2023). “Uncover” The Influence of Islamic Work Ethics on Employees’ Organizational Commitment. International Journal of Economics, Business and Innovation Research, 2(02), 12-31. Source. Publisher: Cita Konsultindo Research Center. Publication Date: 22nd January 2023.
- Ahmad, A. H., & Wan Hussin, W. S. (2023). UniKL Business School: The Opportunities Towards Becoming A Preferred University. International Journal of Technology and Educational Research, 1(01), 1-7. Source. Publisher: Cita Konsultindo Research Center. Publication Date: 11th February 2023.
- Fauzi, R. U. A., Ahmad, A. H., Idris, I., & Alias, S. S. (2023). Modern Technology for Old-Fashioned Users: The Power of E-Wom (Electronic Word Of Mouth) On Mobile Phones Purchase Among Older Generations. Journal of Engineering, Management and Information Technology, 01(02), 55-65. Source. Publisher: Association for Scientific Publishing and Research – ASPUR. Publication Date: 22nd May 2023.
- Kadi, D. C. A., Fauzi, R. U. A., Ahmad, A. H., & Wardani, W. P. (2023). The Influence Of Price Perceptions, Product Reviews, And Convenience On Purchase Decisions At Tokopedia E-Commerce. Jurnal Ilmiah Bisnis dan Ekonomi Asia, 17(2), 239-252. Source. Publisher: Institut Teknologi dan Bisnis Asia, Malang. Publication Date: 10th July 2023.
- Ibrahim, M. A., Ruslan, R. A. M., Abdullah, M. F., & Ahmad, A. H. (2023). Navigating the Future: Exploring the Nexus between Robo-Advisor Service Quality and Customer Satisfaction. Information Management and Business Review, 15(3-SI), 351-358. Source. Publisher: AMH International, Dubai. Publication Date: 17th September 2023.
- Aravindan, K. L., Izzat, M. A., Ramayah, T., Chen, T. S., Choong, Y. V., Annamalah, S., Ilhavenil, N., & Ahmad, A. H. (2023). Determinants of Electric Car Patronage Intention. International Journal of Technology, 14(6), 1393-1401. Source. Publisher: Faculty of Engineering, Universitas Indonesia. Publication Date: 31st October 2023.
- Ahmad, Z., Adnan, A. L. K., Ahmad, A. H., & Othman, A. (2023). To Study the Factors Influencing the Adoption of Innovation Technology in Organization Behaviour in Puchong. Journal of Propulsion Technology, 44(6), 5769-5782. Source. Publisher: Zhongguo Hangtian Gongye Zonggongsi. Publication Date: 31st October 2023.
- Ahmad, A. H., Idris, I., Hao Rong, G., Fauzi, R. U. A., Abdul Rahman, N., & Masri, R. (2024). The Role of Perceived Value in Advertising Message on Purchase Intention: A Case of Malaysian Millennial Consumers. International Journal of Business and Quality Research, 2(02), 1-26. Source. Publisher: Cita Konsultindo Research Center. Publication Date: 8th April 2024.
- Aravindan, K. L., Ilhavenil, N., Ramayah, T., Izzat, M. A., Choong, Y. V., Ahmad, A. H., & Raman, M. (2024). Modelling Electric Car Purchase Intention and Cost Affinity. In proceeding 2023 Congress in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, & Applied Computing (CSCE) (pp. 863-870). IEEE. Source. Publisher: IEEE Xplore. Publication Date: 9th April 2024.
- Ahmad, A. H., Abd Rani, M. J., Shaari, M. S., Kasim, A. N. C., Masnan, F., Alias, N. S., & Shamsudin, M. F. (2024). Exploring the impact of a sense of purpose on academic performance: Unveiling the moderating influence of time management. Social Sciences & Humanities Open, 10, 101174. Source. Publisher: ELSEVIER. Publication Date: 28th October 2024.
- Ahmad, A. H., Ari Kadi, D. C., & Fauzi, R. U. A. (2024). The impacts of Brand Image, Perceived Quality, Purchase Intention on Purchase Decision: A Case Study from Madiun, Indonesia. Interdisciplinary Journal of Economic and Social Behavior (IJESB), 1(01), 1-18. Source. Publisher: Cita Konsultindo Research Center. Publication Date: 20th November 2024.
- Shamsudin, M. F., Ahmad, A. H., & Hassim, A. A. (2024, November). Exploring the Impact of Online Assessment Tools and Digital Proctoring on Academic Integrity in Higher Education: Case of Universiti Kuala Lumpur. In 4th International Conference on Education and Technology (ICETECH 2023) (pp. 4-22). Atlantis Press. Source. Publisher: Atlantis Press (Springer Nature). Publication Date: 29th November 2024.
- Ahmad, A. H, Khairudin, S. M. H. S., Saidun, Z., M., Sentosa, I., & Sharin, F. H. (2023). "Back to The Future: Is The Travel Buble Issue in Malaysia and Indonesia Will Sustain the Region Tourism Outbreak of Covid-19?". International Journal of Education, Vocational and Social Science, 4(01), 170-191. Source. Publisher: Cita Konsultindo Research Center. Publication Date: 5th January 2025.
- Ahmad, A. H., Idris, I., Alias, S. S., Wern, C. Y., Zainualdin, A., Ruslan, R. A. M., & Pitari, D. F. (2025). “Excavate” The Impact of Word of Mouth Towards the Intention to Purchase Mobile Phone Among Older Consumers. International Journal of Business and Quality Research, 1(01), 17-36. Source. Publisher: Cita Konsultindo Research Center. Publication Date: 14th January 2025.
- Ahmad, A. H., Masri, R., Sauh, S. H. M., Yusof, M. F., Mashjari, L. A. S. A., & Ahmad, W. A. W. (2025). Industri Halal Global Di Pelabuhan Bebas Cukai Hainan (Hainan FTP), China: Peranan Malaysia Sebagai Pemain Utama Dan Potensi Kerjasama Antarabangsa. Proceeding 7th Kuala Lumpur International Conference on Education, Economics and Technology 2025 (KLICEET2025), 1(01), 662-676. Source. Publisher: Asian Scholar Network. Publication Date: 8th March 2025.
- Ahmad, A. H., Shabi, K. S., Safian, M. S. A. M,, Selva, S., & Mohamed, N. (2025). Boycotting, Nationalism, and Religiosity Influence on Consumer Churn Intention: A Conceptual Insight on The Theory of Consumer Behavior. Interdisciplinary Journal of Economic and Social Behavior (IJESB), 2(01), 36-49. Source. Publisher: Cita Konsultindo Research Center. Publication Date: 23rd March 2025.
- Ahmad, A. H., & Idris, I. (2025). What Does It Take To Be An Attractive Islamic-Oriented Travel Package Towards Satisfying The Needs Of Muslim. Asian Journal of Management, Entrepreneurship and Social Science, 5(03), 15-31. Source. Publisher: Cita Konsultindo Research Center. Publication Date: 6th May 2025.
- Ahmad, A. H., Masri, R., Sauh, S. H. M., Yusof, M. F., Mashjari, L. A. S. A., & Ahmad, W. A. W. (2025). Global Halal Industry in Hainan Free Trade Port (Hainan FTP), China: Malaysia's Role as a Key Player and Potential for International Cooperation. Jurnal Dunia Pengurusan, 7(2), 1-14. Source. Publisher: Asian Scholar Network. Publication Date: 1st June 2025.
- Professional Association of Diving Instructors (Open Water License) -1304AO8140 (2013)
- Professional Association of Diving Instructors (Advanced Water License) - 1304AO8142 (2014)
- Professional Association of Diving Instructors (Rescue License) - 1704AP5828 (2017)
- Professional Association of Diving Instructors (EFR License) - 1704AP5820 (2017)
- Graded Member (MCIM), The Chartered Institute of Marketing, United Kingdom – 40087635 (Since 2021)
- Chartered Member (CMILT), The Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport, Malaysia – M3016 (Since 2022)
- Life Member (LMIMM), The Institute of Marketing, Malaysia – LM179 (Since 2022)
- Certified (Global), The Institute of Practitioners in Advertising, United Kingdom – 00053333 (Since 2024)
- Teaching and lecturing
- Consumer psychology
- Behavioral science
- Quantitative research
- Research Framework development
- Literature Review development
- Conceptual research paper development
- Statistical Analysis
- Conference management
- Customer Service
- Mountaineering
- Diving
- Caving
Phone:03-2604 6500 (EXT 6604)
Email:arman@unikl.edu.my
SENIOR LECTURER
Dr. Muhamad Shahrin Hashim@Brahim
Doctor of Philosophy (Management), Universiti Kuala Lumpur Business School
Master of Law, Universiti Malaya
Master of Business Administration, Universiti Teknologi MARA
Bachelor of Law, Universiti Malaya
BRIEF ABOUT YOURSELF
My passion in life is to experience all the good things. Current research focuses on consumer culture and behaviour, digital marketing, social networks, digital branding via storytelling.
RESEARCH AREAS
- Consumer Culture
- Cultural semiotic research
- Sustainable Community Development
- Digital Brand Protection
- Intellectual Property Law
SELECTED PUBLICATIONS
https://scholar.google.com/citations?user=Kd5m6c4AAAAJ&hl=en
PROFESSIONAL CERTIFICATION
- Advocates & Solicitors, High Court of Malaya
Phone:03-2604 6500 (EXT 6607)
Email:mshahrin@unikl.edu.my
SENIOR LECTURER
Dr. Khairul Shahida Shabi
Doctor of Philosophy in Management (Business IT/ Marketing) – UNIKL
MSc in Information Management – UITM
BSc in Information System Management – UITM
Diploma in Information Management – UITM
Shahida is deeply passionate about empowering people through knowledge and clarity. Beyond academia, she is an advocate of minimalist living, mindset coaching, and personal growth, having initiated various social projects like Projekita Malaysia and contributed to My Shining Star Foundation. Her entrepreneurial spirit lives on in TheBloomist.My, a platform combining wellness, storytelling, and business sensibility. When she isn’t teaching or consulting, Shahida enjoys hiking, marathon events,music, and blogging as @thebareskinwriter—reflecting her philosophy: “Inspiring by Sharing.”
RESEARCH AREAS
E-commerce, Business IT and Sustainability (Prospect )
PROFESSIONAL CERTIFICATION
Business English Certificate Preliminary
Foundation Certificate in ITSM
Project Management Version 1.9 (EC- Council)
OTHER SKILLS AND EXPERTISE
Flowers arrangement
Candle making
Running
Phone:03-2604 6500 (Ext 6667)
SENIOR LECTURER
Dr. Siti Aisyah Esa
Doctor of Philosophy (Management), UNIKL
Master of Business Administration, UNIKL
Bachelor of Business Administration (Hons) Management and Entrepreneurship, UNIKL
As a Senior Lecturer and Internship Coordinator. Responsible for coordinating and monitoring students’ industrial training, liaising with industry partners and university supervisors, and ensuring that internship activities and assessments comply with university requirements
RESEARCH AREAS
Marketing Management
OTHER SKILLS AND EXPERTISE
SmartPLS
Outcome-Based Learning (OBE)
Phone:0326046673
Email:siti.aisyah@unikl.edu.my
SENIOR LECTURER
Dr. Wan Amira Wan Ahmad
Doctor of Philosophy (MANAGEMENT)
Master’s in Business Administration (MBA)
Bachelor’s in Business Administration –(Hons) Retail Management
RESEARCH AREAS
Marketing
Retail
Consumerism
Management
CERTIFICATION
Professional Chartered Marketer (CMktr)
Award Body: The Chartered Institute of Marketing, UK
OTHER SKILLS AND EXPERTISE
Quantitative Research
Conference Management
Volunteering Management
Advisor For Bis Broadcast Club
Advisor For Bis Frisbee Club
Phone:03-2604 6500 (Ext 6670)
Email:wanamira@unikl.edu.my
LECTURER
Rosniza Mohamad Noor
Master of Business Administration (MBA) – Universiti Teknologi MARA (UiTM)
Bachelor of Business Administration (Marketing) – Universiti Teknologi MARA (UiTM)
Diploma in Business Studies – Universiti Teknologi MARA (UiTM)
Rosniza Binti Mohamad Noor is a dynamic and dedicated Lecturer with approximately 5 years of experience in higher education, specialising in the Business and Management (Marketing) disciplines. She is currently serving at Universiti Kuala Lumpur Business School and has previously taught at Spectrum International University College and Innovative University College.
RESEARCH AREAS
Higher Education Marketing
Digital & Influencer Marketing
Personal Branding
Consumer Behavior
PROFESSIONAL CERTIFICATION
Apel C Workshop
Assessment Development
Aptitude Question Development
OTHER SKILLS AND EXPERTISE
OBE: Assessment Design, T&L, Learning Outcomes
Assessment for Students
SAS Economic Statistics & Data Mining
Canva Mastery & AI Tools
Body of Knowledge
Table 4 Design & Review Workshop
Assessment Design
Academic Leadership
Jadual Spesifikasi Ujian
Email: rosniza@unikl.edu.my
LECTURER
Farah Hida Sharin
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Management – Universiti Kuala Lumpur (UniKL)
Master’s Degree, Business Administration (MBA) – Universiti Teknologi MARA (UiTM)
Bachelor’s Degree, Business Administration (Hons.) Marketing – Universiti Teknologi MARA (UiTM)
Dr. Farah Hida Sharin is a researcher and senior lecturer in Universiti Kuala Lumpur with expertise in digitainability, and entrepreneurial marketing. She received her MBA and BBA from Universiti Teknologi MARA, and her PhD in Management from Universiti Kuala Lumpur. She held managerial positions in a variety of marketing and education-related portfolios in the public and private sectors before entering the teaching profession. She became a qualified trainer and a basic certified counsellor due to her passion in human development. Her current areas of interest in research are structural equation modelling (SEM) and business modelling with System Dynamics (SD).
RESEARCH AREAS
Entrepreneurial Marketing
Digitainability
Structural Equation Modelling
System Dynamics
PROFESSIONAL CERTIFICATION
Certified Training Professional (CTP) – Institute of Training and Development (ITD Group)
Professional Certificate in Basic Counselling – Malaysia International Counselling Association (PERKAMA)
OTHER SKILLS AND EXPERTISE
Education Management
Public and International Relations
Event Management
Training and Coaching
Counselling & Customer Services
Email:farah.hida@unikl.edu.my
LECTURER
Nor Azani Fadzil
Master of Business Administration (Marketing) – Universiti Teknologi MARA, Shah Alam
BBA (Hons.) Marketing – Universiti Teknologi MARA (UiTM), Perlis
Diploma in Business Studies – Universiti Teknologi MARA (UiTM), Johor Bharu
MBA graduate with proven experience as a Lecturer in Marketing at higher education institutions, including YPC International College and Universiti Selangor. With ten years of combined experience in higher education and corporate training, specializing in marketing and adult learning. Experienced as Head of Training & Marketing in the healthcare sector with measurable results in training strategy, international collaborations, and stakeholder engagement. Committed to fostering academic excellence, critical thinking, and the application of practical knowledge for students.
RESEARCH AREAS
Marketing Strategy
Consumer Behaviour
Brand Loyalty
Customer Satisfaction
Stakeholder Marketing
Relationship Marketing
Training and Learning
Internal Marketing
Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR)
Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG)
Brand Trust
PROFESSIONAL CERTIFICATION
Recruitment & Onboarding Techniques
Mental Fitness: Your Edge in a High-Performance Workplace
AI productivity mastery: Microsoft Copilot
OTHER SKILLS AND EXPERTISE
MQA Compliance
Exam Coordination
Student Advisor
Curriculum Development
Email:nor.azani@unikl.edu.my
LECTURER
Mior Saiful Azwan Mior Safian
Master of Business Administration (MBA) – Universiti Kuala Lumpur
Bachelor of Business Administration – Universiti Tun Abdul Razak
Diploma in Business Studies – Universiti Teknologi MARA (UiTM)
Mior Saiful Azwan Bin Mior Safian is a dynamic and dedicated Lecturer with more than ten years of experience in higher education, specialising in business and management disciplines. He is currently serving at Universiti Kuala Lumpur Business School and has previously taught at IJN College and CQ-Tec College.
RESEARCH AREAS
Marketing Strategy
Consumer Behaviour
Digital Marketing and Social Media Marketing
Brand Loyalty and Customer Satisfaction
Entrepreneurship and Small Business Management
Business Education and Higher Education Pedagogy
PROFESSIONAL CERTIFICATION
ChatGPT Malaysia – AI Learning Series
Certificate in Islamic Business Management (IIIT & IIUM)
Mereka AI Series (Generative AI, Responsible AI, Copilot, AI Basics)
OTHER SKILLS AND EXPERTISE
Outcome-Based Education (OBE) & MQA Compliance
Assessment Design and Subject Leadership
Internship Supervision
Curriculum Mapping & Programme Articulation
Entrepreneurship & Small Business Management
Email:MIOR SAIFUL AZWAN BIN MIOR SAFIAN
INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS
Assoc. Prof. Dr. Affendy Abu Hassim
Dr. Nasution Ismail
Dr. Razim Sadiran@Sadihan
Dr. Sapowan Sanusi
Ain Armira Faliyana Rosli
Nurelya Shafika Mohd Sam
Hairunajiha Roslan
Noorbaitee Razueka Ahmad Ishak
Nur Iffah Adila Mat Jib
Nurmunirah Azami
Muhammad Rizal Roslee
Mohamad Shyafiq Ezzat Yahya
ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR
Assoc. Prof. Dr. Affendy Abu Hassim
Doctor of Business Administration (DBA) Universiti Utara Malaysia
Master of Business Administration (MBA) University of Southern Queensland (Aust)
Bachelor Arts (Hons) of Business Administration University of Bolton UK
An Associate Professor and technopreneur with over 30 years of industrial experience, I possess a wealth of expertise in Global Business Management, Information Technology, and Data Analytics. Combining my academic background with entrepreneurial skills, I have successfully leveraged technology and innovation to drive business growth and create value. In addition to my role as a Senior Academician, I have also founded and led multiple successful tech startups. Through these ventures, I have applied my knowledge and experience to develop cutting-edge solutions that address critical business challenges. By integrating advanced analytics techniques, artificial intelligence, and machine learning algorithms, I have enabled organizations to extract valuable insights from their data and make data-driven decisions.
As a Certified Business Coach, I have successfully mentored over 50 students in Marketing Research and Strategy, Business Transformation, and Product Innovation, achieving a 90% success rate. I possess a strong record of managing and delivering successful projects, driving a 20% increase in profitability for start-up businesses through effective business planning and marketing strategies. My talent development strategies have transformed organizations through the delivery of 50+ HR training sessions, resulting in a 20% improvement in employee engagement and a 15% increase in productivity.
RESEARCH AREAS
International Business Analytics
Global Entrepreneurship
International Market Research
Global Innovation Management
Global Strategic Planning & Sustainability
International Business Risk Management
PROFESSIONAL CERTIFICATION
A Certified Business Coach – University Malaya
Global Trends for Business and Society – The Wharton School
International Business Operations – University of Colorado Boulder
Design Thinking and Global Startup – KAIST
International Leadership and Organizational Behavior – Università Bocconi
Leaders of Learning – Harvard University
Certified Peer Reviewer – Elsevier
Certified Microsoft Innovative Educator – Microsoft
Data Science: Machine Learning – HarvardX
Customer Analytics – The Wharton School
Information Systems Specialization – University of Minnesota
Executive Data Science – Johns Hopkins University
Digital Marketing Certification – Google, Open University UK & IAB
Microsoft Advertising Certified Professional – Microsoft
Certified Advanced Google Analytics – Google
Visual Business Analytics Professional Certificate – SAS
OTHER SKILLS AND EXPERTISE
BUSINESS ANALYSIS: VENSIM®PLE+ [ Monte Carlo Simulations, Causal Loop Design (CLD) & Stock Flow Diagram (SFD) ]
IBM® SPSS Statistics® [ Data Exploration, Multivariate Analysis & Hypotheses testing ]
IBM® SEM AMOS® [ Structural Equation Modelling & Confirmatory Factor Analysis ]
CLOUD BI and Data Visualization [ Managed MySQL database service & Machine Learning builds, deploys, and manages predictive analytics. ]
Phone:03-2604 6500 (Ext 6675)
SENIOR LECTURER
Dr. Nasution Ismail
PhD in Management, Universiti Kuala Lumpur
Master in Business Administration (MBA), Management & Science University
Advanced Diploma in Business Administration (ADBA), Institute of Advanced Higher Learning/Systematic-Oxford University
An innovative professional, proven business leader, and marketer with strong business acumen, possessing extensive expertise in strategic planning, business process development, and relationship management. Skilled in consultative and analytical planning to create sustainable business value while fostering strong stakeholder partnerships. Currently serving as a lecturing staff member and Program Coordinator for the International Business Unit of the International Business and Marketing Section at Universiti Kuala Lumpur (UniKL), with over eight years of combined full-time and part-time teaching experience.
RESEARCH AREAS
Leaderships
Entrepreneurships
Consumer Behaviour
Strategic Marketing
OTHER SKILLS AND EXPERTISE
Experienced in the full business cycle, including marketing, sales support, product development and management, business development, pre-sales, and project delivery.
Telecommunication specialist with over 25 years of experience in marketing, sales, and operations, specializing in enterprise solutions across satellite, GSM (2G/3G/LTE), and terrestrial network technologies.
Product specialist in mobile and wireless enterprise solutions, including Machine-to-Machine (M2M), Internet of Things (IoT), enterprise messaging, and industry-specific applications and services.
Phone:03-2604 6500 (Ext 6674)
SENIOR LECTURER
Dr. Razim Sadiran@Sadihan
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Management – Universiti Kuala Lumpur Business School, Malaysia
Master of Business Administration (MBA) – University of the West of England, Bristol, UK
Bachelor of Science in Business Administration (Marketing & Economics) – Drexel University, Philadelphia, USA
American Associate Degree Program in Management – MARA Community College, Kuantan, Malaysia
Senior Lecturer in International Business with over 20 years of combined academic, industry and institutional leadership experience across higher education, multinational corporations and government-linked organizations. Expertise in international management, marketing, strategic transformation and academic governance with extensive experience in program rationalization and performance management within a multi-campus university environment. Skilled in translating industry insights into teaching and curriculum delivery; and in driving evidence-based institutional transformation and sustainability initiatives.
RESEARCH AREAS
International Business Strategy
Global & ASEAN Market Entry
Institutional Transformation, Academic Program Rationalisation & Governance
Higher Education Policy & Sustainability
Industry–Academia Collaboration
PROFESSIONAL CERTIFICATION
Project Management Professional (PMP) – [ PEOPLElogy, Dec 2025 ]
Strategic Business Development Techniques Blueprint – [ Alison, August 2025 SWOT, Porter’s Five Forces, Scenario Planning, BPR, Kaizen and Six Sigma to drive strategy, market analysis, partnership and sustainable growth. ]
Enterprise Resource Planning and Management – [ Alison, July 2025 ERP systems, project management, supply chain integration and change management to enhanced efficiency and performance. ]
Quality Control Circles (QCC), 7 Steps Problem Solving – [ UMW Toyota, June 2006 Structured problem-solving, continuous improvement, and operational excellence using Toyota’s Kaizen methodology. ]
OTHER SKILLS AND EXPERTISE
Analytics & Reporting: Advanced Excel
Academic & Productivity Tools: Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Outlook
Collaboration Platforms: Microsoft Teams, SharePoint, uCIDS
Enterprise Systems Exposure: ERP and institutional data integration projects
Email:razim@unikl.edu.my
SENIOR LECTURER
Dr. Sapowan Sanusi
Ph.D. in Management
Doctor of Business Administration
Master of Business Administration (Management)
Bachelor of Business Administration (Entrepreneurship & Marketing)
Dr. Sapowan Sanusi is a dedicated and versatile professional with over two decades of experience in various fields, including education, business management, and marketing. His extensive expertise has made him a respected lecturer, motivator, and speaker, contributing to the academic and personal development of countless students. Dr. Sapowan’s passion for teaching and his unique ability to integrate innovative market strategies have set him apart in the field of education. His exceptional interpersonal skills, leadership qualities, and analytical prowess have driven his career’s success. He is known for his outstanding ability to forecast sales, analyse profit margins, and effectively manage inventory and staff.
Dr. Sapowan Sanusi is a dedicated and experienced educator with a diverse background in business, management, and marketing. As a lecturer, he has a strong foundation in education and has served as a facilitator, tutor, and motivator. His passion for education is complemented by his expertise in marketing, business conceptualization, and sales forecasting. Dr. Sapowan possesses exceptional interpersonal communication skills, leadership charisma, and organizational abilities, which he brings to his roles as a lecturer and speaker.
RESEARCH AREAS
Lecturer in management, marketing, and business-related subjects, including Organizational Behaviour, Principles of Management, Fundamentals of Management, and Marketing Management.
Experienced in business planning, market segmentation, and business development.
Skilled in sales forecasting, profit margin analysis, inventory management, and staff supervision.
Strong interpersonal, leadership, analytical, and organizational skills.
Areas of expertise include Management, Marketing, Entrepreneurship, Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs), International Business, E-Commerce, Human Resource Management, and Business Communication.
PROFESSIONAL CERTIFICATION
Lecturer in Management, Marketing, and Business-related subjects
Organizational Behaviour
Marketing Management
Business Development
Market Segmentation Strategy
Sales Forecasting and Profit Margin Analysis
Inventory and Staff Management
Leadership and Organizational Skills
Entrepreneurship and Small & Medium Enterprises (SMEs)
International Business and E-Commerce
OTHER SKILLS AND EXPERTISE
Assistant Coach, Rugby Team, Under 15, District Level.
Player Football, Rugby and Volleyball, State and District Level.
Trainer for Basic SPSS and AMOS for Research (Quantitative Method).
Academic Advisor for the School of Business, ICMS University College (2024-2026).
Researcher, Department of Skills Development, Malaysia, Researcher for
Occupational Framework (2024) – Market Research & Advertising.
Reviewer, International Journal of Management, Accounting, Governance and
Education (IMAGE), (2024-2025)
Email:sapowan@unikl.edu.my
LECTURER
Ain Armira Faliyana Rosli
Master of Management (By Research) – UniKL Business School
Bachelor of Business Administration (Hons) International Business – UniKL Business School
A dedicated Lecturer and Programme Coordinator for the International Business Section at Universiti Kuala Lumpur (UniKL), with more than 6 years of combined teaching experience as a full-time and part-time academic. Experienced in curriculum development, academic administration, programme coordination, internship supervision, and student advising. Actively involved in student development, institutional engagement, and community-based academic initiatives, with a strong interest in international business, marketing, and customer loyalty.
RESEARCH AREAS
International Business
International Marketing
International Management
Brand Loyalty, Customer Satisfaction, and Consumer Behaviour
PROFESSIONAL CERTIFICATION
Certificate Examination in Investment-Linked Life Insurance Ref: CILEKLC3008190032
Pre-Contract Examination for Insurance Agent Certificate Ref: PCAKLC2908190041
Takaful Basic Examination (Part A & C) Ref: 202001442
Takaful Basic Examination (Part B) Ref: 202123533
OTHER SKILLS AND EXPERTISE
Outcome-Based Learning (OBE)
Curriculum Mapping & Programme Articulation
Programme coordination and academic administration
Student academic advising and internship supervision
Event coordination and student activities facilitation
Digital tools for teaching and learning (Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, Canva)
LECTURER
Nurelya Shafika Mohd Sam
Master of Management (By Research) – UniKL Business School
Bachelor of Business Administration (Hons) International Business – UniKL Business School
Nurelya Shafika binti Mohd Sam is a Lecturer in the Marketing and International Business Section at Universiti Kuala Lumpur (UniKL), with over six years of combined teaching experience at foundation and degree levels. She holds a Master of Management (by Research) from Universiti Kuala Lumpur Business School and a Bachelor of Business Administration (Hons) in International Business from the same institution. Her experience includes lesson planning, curriculum delivery, student assessment, and academic administration. She is also actively involved in student supervision, campus engagement, and community outreach programmes. Currently, she teaches marketing and international business courses for undergraduate students.
RESEARCH AREAS
International Business Studies
International Marketing
Service Quality
Brand Image
Customer Satisfaction
Customer Loyalty
Digital Service Environments
OTHER SKILLS AND EXPERTISE
Outcome Based Learning (OBE)
Curriculum Mapping & Programme Articulation
Student academic advising and internship supervision
Use of digital tools to support teaching and learning
LECTURER
Hairunajiha Roslan
Doctor of Philosophy PhD in (Management), UniKL Business School – Ongoing
Master of Business Administration, UniKL Business School
Bachelor of Business Administration (Management Information Systems), University Malaysia of Computer Science & Engineering( (UNIMY)
Diploma in Information Systems (Business Computing), University Malaysia of Computer Science & Engineering (UNIMY)
A business and management professional with experience in marketing, administration, and academic teaching. Actively involved in CSR and volunteer initiatives with interests in extreme activities. Currently a full-time lecturer in the International Business section at Universiti Kuala Lumpur (UniKL) Business School, having previously served as a part-time lecturer at UniKL Business School. This lecturing role marks the first professional appointment following continuous academic progression from diploma to PhD. Actively engaged in journal publications and book development in the area of system dynamics.
RESEARCH AREAS
Marketing Management
Service Quality
Performance Management
ESG and Sustainability
Organizational Management
PROFESSIONAL CERTIFICATION
Cisco Networking Academy (NetAcad)
AutoCAD Training
OTHER SKILLS AND EXPERTISE
Digital Marketing
Academic Teaching
Event Coordination
Administrative Management
Financial Reporting
SPSS & SmartPLS
Google Analytics
Facebook Ads
Email:hairunajiha@unikl.edu.my
LECTURER
Noorbaitee Razueka Ahmad Ishak
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Education (In Progress) – Universiti MalayaMaster of Management – Universiti Malaya
Bachelor of International Business Management (Hons.) – Universiti Utara Malaysia
Post-Graduate Diploma in Education – UNITARAn academic and former maritime professional with over 13 years of teaching
experience and 5 years of international seafaring experience with MISC Berhad. Currently serving as a Full-Time Lecturer at UniKL Business School and pursuing a PhD in Education at Universiti Malaya. Possesses demonstrated expertise in curriculum design and development, OBE-aligned teaching and assessment at diploma and undergraduate levels, and scholarly engagement within multicultural and transnational learning environments. Professionally certified by the Ministry of Education Malaysia (Teaching Permit, 2022) and Department of Islamic Development Malaysia JAKIM (Professional Halal Executive and Internal Halal Auditor Certifications, 2022), with formal maritime administrative and shipboard training from Akademi Laut Malaysia (ALAM). Committed to contributing to research-informed teaching, institutional excellence, and internationally oriented academic environments that emphasise innovation, cross-cultural competence, and quality assurance.
RESEARCH AREAS
Supply Chain Management, Logistics, and Maritime
International Business and Cross-Cultural Management
Business Education and Outcome-Based Education (OBE)
Halal Management, Innovation, and Business Ethics
PROFESSIONAL CERTIFICATION
Teaching Permit – Ministry of Education Malaysia (2022) | Ref: PM/IPTS/2022/11/3975
Professional Halal Executive Certificate, JAKIM (2022) | Ref: JAKIM.HPB/SPLH/HE.2022-018-886
Professional Internal Halal Auditor Certificate, JAKIM (2022) | Ref: JAKIM.HPB/SPLH/IHA.2022-018-302
Ship Administrative Certificate, Akademi Laut Malaysia (ALAM)
OTHER SKILLS AND EXPERTISE
Sports Advisory and Athlete Leadership (Petanque)
Academic Module Writing and Creative Writing
Qualitative Research Methods
MARA Innovation Training and Facilitation
Certified Halal Executive and Internal Halal Auditor
Digital and Blended Learning (Microsoft Teams, Google Classroom, Zoom, Padlet)
Email:noorbaitee@unikl.edu.my
LECTURER
Nur Iffah Adila Mat Jib
Master of Human Resource Management (MHRM) – Universiti Utara Malaysia
Bachelor of Business (Hons.) International Business – Universiti Malaysia
Postgraduate Diploma in Education – Open University Malaysia
Matriculation Programme in Accounting – Kedah Matriculation College
Specializes in organizational behaviour, human resources management, and international business. Key focus areas include strategic HR practices, cross-cultural organizational dynamics, and global business strategies. Research interests centre on related themes, such as employee engagement, talent management in multinational contexts, and behavioural impacts on international trade. Committed to creating interactive teaching materials to foster student success in dynamic business environments.
RESEARCH AREAS
Organizational behaviour
Human resource management
International Business
Consumer behaviour
Purchase intention
Buying behaviour
Work engagement
PROFESSIONAL CERTIFICATION
eUsahawan Train the Trainer by MDEC (MALAYSIAN DIGITAL ECONOMY CORPORATION
Training Of Trainer Digital Commerce (Level 1)
Training Of Trainer Ecommerce (Level 2)
Training of Trainers Cross Border Commerce (Level 3)
OTHER SKILLS AND EXPERTISE
Internship supervision
Exam coordination
MQA Compliance
Curriculum development
Email:nuriffah@unikl.edu.my
LECTURER
Nurmunirah Azami
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Management – Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (UTM) – Ongoing
Master of Business Administration (MBA) – Universiti Teknologi MARA (UiTM), Shah Alam
Bachelor of Business Administration (Hons) – International Business – Universiti Teknologi MARA (UiTM), Sarawak
Nurmunirah Binti Azami is an experienced business lecturer with more than six years of teaching practice in Malaysian higher education institutions. Her academic background and teaching portfolio cover international business, marketing, entrepreneurship, and management-related subjects at diploma and undergraduate levels. She is currently pursuing a PhD in Management at Universiti Teknologi Malaysia, where her research examines technology commercialization capabilities within non-profit Technology Transfer Offices.
Her professional engagement extends beyond teaching to include curriculum development, outcome-based education (OBE) implementation, student assessment, and participation in academic quality assurance and accreditation processes. She is actively involved in scholarly research, with publications in peer-reviewed journals and presentations at international conferences. Her academic interests and professional practice reflect a strong commitment to research-informed teaching, continuous improvement in higher education, and the development of industry-relevant and innovation-oriented graduates.
RESEARCH AREAS
Technology Commercialization in Non-Profit Organizations
Innovation Strategy, Market Orientation, and Strategic Alliances
International Business and Marketing
Entrepreneurship and SME Management
Digital Technology Adoption and Consumer Behaviour
Leadership, Employee Performance, and Workplace Productivity
Education, Learning Motivation, and Academic Performance
PROFESSIONAL CERTIFICATION
TRAIN-THE-TRAINER
OTHER SKILLS AND EXPERTISE
Curriculum Design and CLO–PLO Mapping
Research Supervision and Academic Writing
NVivo Qualitative Data Analysis
Quantitative Analysis (SPSS / SmartPLS – applied level)
Email:nurmunirah@unikl.edu.my
LECTURER
Muhammad Rizal Roslee
Master’s in Business Administration
Bachelor of Business Administration (Hons.) International Business
Diploma in Investment Analysis
An academic professional with industry experience, holding an MBA and currently pursuing a PhD in Business Management. Currently a full-time lecturer in the International Business section at Universiti Kuala Lumpur (UniKL) Business School. Specializes in International Marketing and Management education, integrates creative visual learning using Canva, actively contributes to academic publications.
RESEARCH AREAS
International Marketing
Consumer Behaviour
OTHER SKILLS AND EXPERTISE
Canva Pro
Video Editing (CapCut & Microsoft Clipchamp)
IBM SmartPLS
LECTURER
Mohamad Shyafiq Ezzat Yahya
Master of Business (International Business), 2018 – 2023, Universiti Malaysia Sabah (UMS), Sabah.
Bachelor of Business with Honors (International Business), 2014 – 2017, Universiti Malaysia Sabah (UMS), Sabah.
Tingkatan 6, 2012-2014, Sekolah Menengah Kebangsaan Pitas, Pitas Sabah.
Sijil Pelajaran Malaysia, 2011, Sekolah Menengah Kebangsaan Pitas 2, Pitas Sabah.
Specializes in International Business, Human Resources Management Organizational Behavioral, International Marketing and Cross-Culture Management. Research interests centre on related themes, such as international human resources, transportation and logistics, and palm oil plantation. Motivated to finish work faster when I see the clear road, able to do multi-tasking jobs and adept well in team.
RESEARCH AREAS
Organizational behaviour, Human resource management, International Business, Transportation and Network, Foreign Workers, Cross-Culture Management and Palm Oil Plantation.
PROFESSIONAL CERTIFICATION
Kursus Bahasa Mandarin HAN Tahap Pertengahan 2025 13th September- 22nd November 2025.
MS PowerPoint Intermediate & Advance Level 24th-25th September 2025.
Machine Learning Using SAS® Viya 19th-21st June 2025.
SIUC Academic – Training on Bok 3rd January 2025.
APEL.C Workshop – Assessment Development and Evaluation 22th November 2024.
OTHER SKILLS AND EXPERTISE
Outcome-Based Education (OBE)
Assessment Design and Subject Leadership
Internship Supervision
Curriculum Mapping & Programme Articulation
| Islamic Finance / Fintech Section
Nursyuhadah Abdul Rahman
HEAD OF SECTION, ISLAMIC FINANCE AND LECTURER
Nursyuhadah Abdul Rahman
MBA, Universiti Tenaga Nasional
Bachelor of Finance, Universiti Tenaga Nasional
Nursyuhadah is a lecturer in the Islamic Finance and Finance section at Universiti Kuala Lumpur, with a strong research orientation in Islamic finance and financial markets. Her research interests include Islamic finance, financial markets, capital market and macroeconomy with particular interest in comparative and applied financial studies. She integrates current research findings into her teaching of Islamic finance and finance-related subjects to enhance analytical and evidence-based learning.
RESEARCH AREAS
Financial Market
Capital Market
Islamic Finance
Macroeconomy
PROFESSIONAL CERTIFICATION
Associate Qualifications in Islamic Finance (AQIF), IBFIM
Intermediate Qualification in Islamic Finance (IQIF), IBFIM
Phone:03-2604 6500 (EXT 6645)
Email:nursyuhadah@unikl.edu.my
Prof. Dr. Abdul Razak Abdul Hadi
Prof. Dr. Abdul Razak Ibrahim
Assoc. Prof. Aimi Zulhazmi Abdul Rashid
Assoc. Prof. Dr. Mohd Harridon Mohamed Suffian
Assoc. Prof. Dr. Zaemah Zainuddin
Dr. Muhammad Hilmi Zakaria
Dr. Issoufou Chaibou
Dr. Nur Aqilah Zainordin
Dr. Noraida Shahliza Md Ghani
Dr. Nur Syairah Ani
Dr. Fatimah Mohamad Noor
Dr. Siti Jalilah Mat Husin
Wan Muhd Nasrul Hadi Wan Abdul Aziz
Haziyah Nazifah Busro
Nasrul Ali Hasan Abdul Latif
Nursafeda Abd Rashid
Muhammad Firdaus Akmal
PROFESSOR
Prof. Dr. Abdul Razak Abdul Hadi
PhD (Finance), Universiti Teknologi MARA
M.A (Economics), Western Illinois University, USA
BBA magna cum laude (Finance), Western Illinois University, USA
Prof. Dr. Abdul Razak Abdul Hadi is currently the Deputy Dean of Internationalization Institutional & Industrial Partnership at Universiti Kuala Lumpur Business School. He lectures and researches in the areas of financial markets, corporate finance, investment, banking, and entrepreneurship. He is also an advisor to several small-medium enterprises in Malaysia. As a recognized specialist in finance, he has been appointed as a member of the Scientific Committee for both international and local conferences. He is an active member in Malaysian Finance Association (MFA), Asian Academy of Management (AAM) and ASEAN International Business Research Group (AIB). Besides his passion for assisting entrepreneurs in new business ventures, he also conducts seminars and workshops nationwide on topics related to entrepreneurship, organizational performance and financial management. He has published over 55 research articles in journals, books and conference proceedings. He is an active trader in Bursa Malaysia Securities and his research currently focuses on financial markets efficiency, entrepreneurial development and big data analytics.
RESEARCH AREAS
Corporate Finance
Investment Management
Financial Economics
Advanced Econometrics
Business Analytics
Halal Ecosystem
PROFESSIONAL CERTIFICATION
Certified HRDC Trainer (Business Analytics, Corporate Finance, Investment Management, Financial Modelling, Sustainability Management)
Certified Researcher in Financial Modelling (Malaysian Finance Association)
OTHER SKILLS AND EXPERTISE
Big Data Analytics via SAS Base Programming
Banking Analytics via SAS Enterprise Guide
Financial Modelling via SAS ETS
Financial Modelling via SAS Viya
Business Turnaround Plan
Sustainability Management
Corporate Finance
Investment Management
Phone:03-2604 6500 (EXT 6611)
Email:abdrazak@unikl.edu.my
PROFESSOR
Prof. Dr. Abdul Razak Ibrahim
Doctor of Business Administration, University of Strathclyde, Glasgow, United Kingdom.
Master of Business Administration, Governors State University, University Park, Chicago, Illinois.
Bachelor of Science in Business Administration, Northern Illinois University, De Kalb, Illinois.
Prof. Dr. Abdul Razak Ibrahim currently in University Kuala Lumpur Business School (2025) engaged actively in research as a professor in the department of Islamic Finance & FinTech. He has played many roles, Professors in University Melaka (2023), Kolej Universiti Poly-Tech MARA (2015), UNITAR International University (2013), and King Saud University – Riyadh (2010). He is also dean, deputy dean in University of Malaya for 20 years during his career.
Prof Razak also has initiated many programmes such as setting up Asian Business School (UNITAR) and PhD programme in King Saud University. In KUPTM, he has spearheaded many programmes from foundation to doctoral level. He has shown commitment, dedication and tenacity in carrying out these initiatives. In Saudi Arabia, Prof Razak has taught and consult firms from ARAMCO and SABIC in the area of logistics and transportation. He engaged in much research from varsity to industry in various areas of expertise.
RESEARCH AREAS
Green Investment
Financial Technology
Halal Industry (Food, Fintech & Logistics)
Supply Chain Management
Sustainability Management
Innovation Management (disruptive, process & product)
ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR
Assoc. Prof. Aimi Zulhazmi Abdul Rashid
PhD in Islamic Wealth Management, Camden University, USA
DBA (in progress) Management, Asia E University, Malaysia
Master in E-Commerce, Central Queensland University, Australia
B.Sc in Business Administration in Finance & MIS, State University of New York at Buffalo, USA.
Post Graduate Diploma in Marketing, Chartered Institute of Marketing UK.
Certificate in Business Administration (Corporate Banking), Manchester Business School at University College of North Wales at Bangor, UK.
Accumulated over 33 years of working experience, of which, 22 years in corporate positions in Banking and Oil & Gas industries, and at present as Associate Professor at UniKL Business School for 11 years. Passionate about the Malaysian economy especially for the benefit of the people, I actively provide economic analysis that is highly sought after by the mainstream media. Utilizing the financial analysis skills and market knowledge on the economic issues and financial market, I featured regularly on TV, radio and newspapers with over 1,500 published and recorded over the years.
RESEARCH AREAS
Islamic Capital Market
Islamic Wealth Management
Strategic Management
Marketing
Macro Economy
PROFESSIONAL CERTIFICATION
Dec 2022 Certificate in Fiqh and Usul Fiqh by the International Islamic University of Malaysia (IIUM)
Nov 2022 Certificate in Islamic Economics by the International Islamic University of Malaysia (IIUM)
Oct 2019 Mandatory Accreditation Program for Directors of Public Listed Companies
Sep 2016 AQIF (Associate qualification in Islamic Finance) and IQIF (Intermediate Qualification in Islamic Finance) by IBFIM.
Oct 2009 Handling the Newsmedia for CEOs, Kuala Lumpur
Oct 2007 Seminar on Trade Finance: Fraud & Documentation, Kuala Lumpur
Mar 2007 The 4th Asia Pacific Offshore Trust Seminar, Singapore;
Mar 2006 International Taxation Seminar with Portcullis Institute, Singapore
Jun 2003 Seminar on Shariah, Legal Issues and documentation for Islamic Finance;
Sep 2000 Risk Management and Legal Procedures, KL;
Jul 1999 Inter-company Integration Program British Petroleum Group of Companies, Singapore;
Jun 1997 Effective Negotiation Skills at Malaysia Institute of Management, KL;
Oct 1996 Applications in Business Report Writing at MIM, KL
OTHER SKILLS AND EXPERTISE
Member of the Association of Seniors in Islamic Finance, Malaysia (ARIF)
Founding Member of the Association of Certified Business Consultants, Malaysia (ACBC)
Member of Society of Trust & Estate Practitioners (STEP) UK
Member of the Chartered Institute of Marketing of UK (MCIM)
Associate Member of Institute of Professional Financial Managers of UK
Member of Persatuan Ekonomi Malaysia (PEM)
Fellow of the Chartered Management Institute of UK
Phone:03-2604 6500 (Ext 6603)
ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR
Assoc. Prof. Dr. Mohd Harridon Mohamed Suffian
PhD (Management)
MSc (Information Technology)
BSc (Mechanical Engineering)
Assoc. Prof. Major Dr. Mohd Harridon bin Mohamed Suffian is involved in several Aviation and Space Projects, locally and internationally. Major Harridon’s forte is in the field of Economics and Finance where Major Harridon had built several Financial Models for numerous Financial Institutions, and financial stipulations of Major Harridon had appeared in several mainstream medias, TV, documentaries, and international newspapers. Major Harridon was involved in the Parabolic Flight Project in Nagoya Japan which was under the jurisdiction of the Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency (JAXA). Apart from that, Major Harridon was also appointed as a Principal Consultant by Asian Development Bank to train personnel in the Oil & Gas Industry pursuant to Optimization of Operational Cost and Data Analyses. As an officer in the Malaysia Civil Defence Force (MCDF), Major Harridon had trained officers and personnels of Airport Fire and Rescue Services of Bhutan and Maldives in Emergency Responses and Aircraft Extraction. Major Harridon was also appointed as a Panelist by the Space Regulator of Malaysia to aid the development of protocols and regulations pursuant to Space Incidents and Accidents Investigation. Major Harridon was also interviewed by the British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) with regards to Risk Mitigation Plan of Heathrow Airport.
RESEARCH AREAS
Economics
Finance
Policy
Negotiation Techniques
Geopolitics
Management
Aviation
Space
Physical Fitness
PROFESSIONAL CERTIFICATION
Professional Certification (Finance) – Asian Development Bank Institute
Professional Certification (Evolution & Challenges of Finance) – Asian Development Bank Institute
Certification in Disaster Risk Finance – World Bank Group
Certification in Supply Chain Management – World Bank Group
Professional Certification in Advances in Financial Sector Analysis and Policy – World Bank Group
OTHER SKILLS AND EXPERTISE
Rescue Certification – Rescue 3 International
Rescue Certification – Sierra Rescue International
Certified Rescue Diver – Professional Association of Diving Instructors
Military Special Forces Royal Malaysian Air Force – Tactical & Technical Close Protection and Vehicle Handling
Diploma in Football Coaching – B License – Asian Football Confederation
Football Association of England – Certificate in Youth Football Coaching
Email:mdharridon@unikl.edu.my
ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR
Assoc. Prof. Dr. Zaemah Zainuddin
Flexi Masters in Financial Technology – Nanyang Technology University
Post-Doctoral Fellowship, Birmingham City University, UK
PhD in Finance, Lincoln University, New Zealand
M. Com in Funds Management, UNSW, Australia
B.Sc. Business Administration (Finance), Drexel University, USA
Certificate in FinTech, National University of Singapore
Valuation Masterclass & Innovation Leadership Programs
Experienced and accomplished academic professional with over 24 years in finance education, research, and industry training. Recognized for impactful scholarly contributions in Islamic Finance, Real Estate, and Financial Planning. Adept in curriculum development, postgraduate supervision, and academic leadership. International exposure across the US, UK, Australia, New Zealand, and Saudi Arabia has enriched my global perspective in finance education. Actively engaged in FinTech, big data analysis, and financial literacy advocacy.
As an HRDF-accredited trainer, I offer comprehensive freelance corporate training services tailored to organizational development needs. My expertise spans financial literacy, Islamic finance, risk management, and leadership development, delivering practical, industry-relevant solutions to corporate clients. I actively engage with industry partners for strategic consultation, providing insights on financial planning, regulatory compliance, and organizational capacity building.
RESEARCH AREAS
Islamic Finance & FinTech
Real Estate & Housing Affordability
Corporate Finance & Capital Structure
Financial Literacy & Planning
PROFESSIONAL CERTIFICATION
HRDF Accredited Trainer (2025)
Certified Financial Planner (CFP), FPAM
Islamic Financial Planner (IFP), IBFIM
Shariah Registered Financial Planner (Shariah RFP), MFPC
Fellow, Chartered Management Institute (UK, 2024)
Advanced Certificate in Risk Management (2024)
OTHER SKILLS AND EXPERTISE
University-level teaching and supervision – experienced in teaching and supervising undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral students.
Research and grant acquisition – experienced in securing local and international research grants and conducting impactful research projects.
Academic curriculum development – involved in developing and enhancing academic programmes based on quality standards such as COPPA and AACSB.
Finance and professional training – conducted industry-based finance training related to CFP, RFP, and IFP programmes.
Corporate training and workforce development – provided HRDF-accredited training to support professional and organisational growth.
Strategic consultation – provided consultation in financial management and organisational development.
Big data and fintech research – conducted research involving data analytics and financial technology using tools such as Python, Stata, and EViews.
FInance and business education – expertise in corporate finance, investment banking, Islamic finance, financial planning, international finance, and global business issues.
Academic leadership and administration – held various leadership positions involving student experience, executive education, programme management, and departmental administration.
Industry training and consultancy – delivered professional training in areas such as Basel Accord regulations, Islamic finance, housing investment, and AI-based financial decision-making.
Conference and public engagement – served as invited speaker, panelist, moderator, and motivational speaker for academic conferences and educational programmes.
Email:zaemah@unikl.edu.my
HEAD OF SECTION, INDUSTRIAL LINKAGES AND LECTURER
Dr. Muhammad Hilmi Zakaria
Chartered in Islamic Finance Professional (CIFP), INCEIF
BBA (Hons) Islamic Banking, UiTM
Phone:03-2604 6500 (Ext 6669)
SENIOR LECTURER
Dr. Issoufou Chaibou
PhD in Law , International Islamic University
Master of Coperative Law, International Islamic University
Post Graduate Diploma in Jurisprudence & International Relations, Islamic University of Madinah, Saudi Arabia
Bachelor in Islamic Law, Islamic University of Madinah, Saudi Arabia
Dr. Chaibou Issoufou is currently serving as a senior lecturer at Universiti Kuala Lumpur Business School, teaching, supervising, advising, consulting, invigilating and leading subjects such as Fiqh Muamalat, Islamic Banking Operations, Islamic Capital Market, Waqf, Islamic Finance and many other subjects. His paper “Significance of Islamic Capital Market Instruments” has been awarded as the best paper presented at the 1st International Conference on Global Business, Entrepreneurship and Creativity Industry (ICGBEC), 2016. Dr. Chaibou Issoufou has published many articles on Islamic finance, such as the role of Ijarah Sukuk in the Islamic capital market and has used qualitative methodologies to explore Islamic financial issues and jurisprudence in his research, aside from that he has written on comparing conventional and Islamic banking systems, demonstrating analytical skills across financial paradigms.
RESEARCH AREAS
Islamic Law (Shari’ah)
Islamic Commercial Jurisprudence (Fiqh Muamalat)
Islamic Capital Market
Islamic Banking and Finance
PROFESSIONAL CERTIFICATION
Associate Qualification in Islamic Finance (AQIF) IBFIM
OTHER SKILLS AND EXPERTISE
Effective communication
Teaching
Academic mentoring
Collaboration
Teamwork
Professional ethics & respect
Presentation
Public speaking
Phone:03-2604 6500 (EXT 6616)
Email:issoufou@unikl.edu.my
SENIOR LECTURER
Dr. Noraida Shahliza Md Ghani
PhD in Law, Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia
Master of Laws (LLM) in Administration of Islamic Law, International Islamic University
Postgraduate Diploma in Law and Administration of Islamic Judiciary, International Islamic University
Bachelor of Shariah and Law, Universiti Malaya
Professional Certificate in Islamic Finance, INCEIF
Dr. Noraida Shahliza is a Senior Lecturer at the Section of Islamic Finance, Universiti Kuala Lumpur Business School, Malaysia. She has over 15 years of teaching experience and previously practised as a Syarie lawyer. She is a member of the Association of Shariah Advisors in Islamic Finance (ASAS) and is currently pursuing certification as a Certified Shariah Advisor.
She holds a Bachelor of Shariah and Law from the University of Malaya, a Postgraduate Diploma in Law and Administration of Islamic Judiciary and a Master of Laws (LLM) in Islamic Law from the International Islamic University Malaysia, and a PhD in Islamic Finance Law from the National University of Malaysia. Her research interests include Islamic Law, Islamic Banking and Finance, Islamic Social Finance, Consumer Law, and Halal Studies.
RESEARCH AREAS
Islamic law
Islamic banking and finance
Islamic social finance
Consumer law
Halal studies
Phone:03-2604 6500 (EXT 6640)
Email:noraidas@unikl.edu.my
SENIOR LECTURER
Dr. Nur Syairah Ani
Dr. Nur Syairah binti Ani is a senior academic in the field of management and finance, with a Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Management. Her academic background and research interests focus on corporate governance, debt financing, firm performance, and Islamic finance. She has published in reputable journals and international conference proceedings, particularly in areas related to financial performance, Islamic financial products, and organizational behavior. In addition to her academic contributions, she holds multiple professional certifications in Islamic finance and financial planning, reflecting her strong engagement with both academia and industry.
RESEARCH AREAS
Corporate Governance
Debt Financing
Firm Performance
PROFESSIONAL CERTIFICATION
Certified Islamic Financial Planner (FPAM)
Professional Certificate in Islamic Finance (INCEIF)
Certified Qualification in Islamic Finance (Wealth Management) (IBFIM)
Associate Qualification in Islamic Finance (AQIF) (IBFIM)
Associate Member of Financial Planning Association of Malaysia (FPAM) (A10508)
HRD Corp Certified Trainer
Phone:03-2604 6500 (EXT 6643)
Email:nursyairah@unikl.edu.my
SENIOR LECTURER
Dr. Fatimah Mohamad Noor
Doctor of Philosophy in Islamic Banking and Finance – IIUM
Master of Islamic Revealed Knowledge & Heritage (Fiqh & Usul Fiqh) – IIUM
Bachelor of Islamic Revealed Knowledge & Heritage (Fiqh & Usul Fiqh) – IIUM
Diploma in Tahfiz Al-Quran Wa Al-Qiraat – Darul Quran JAKIM
She is a Senior Lecturer in Islamic Finance specializing in Applied Shariah Principles in Islamic Finance and Islamic Social Finance. She is an experienced researcher and academic with extensive involvement in governance frameworks for corporate waqf and Islamic financial institutions. She actively contributes to scholarly publications and policy-oriented research while demonstrating strong expertise in qualitative research and industry-linked academic projects.
RESEARCH AREAS
Applied Shariah principles in Islamic Finance
Shariah Governance and compliance
Waqf and Corporate Waqf Governance
Sustainable and Climate-Related Islamic Finance and Waqf
PROFESSIONAL CERTIFICATION
Certificate in Islamic Banking and Finance (IIiBF, IIUM)
Certificate in Takaful for Educators (International Council for Islamic Finance Educators, ICIFE)
OTHER SKILLS AND EXPERTISE
Expertise in qualitative research methodology and data analysis.
Experience in interdisciplinary research on Islamic finance, waqf, governance, and sustainability.
Industry and policy-oriented research: Applied research aimed at improving industry practices and supporting effective policy and regulatory frameworks in Islamic finance.
SENIOR LECTURER
Dr. Siti Jalilah Mat Husin
Doctor of Philosophy (Financial Criminology)
Master’s in Business Administration
BBA (Hons) Islamic Banking
Diploma in Banking
A dedicated academic and professional with a PhD in Financial Criminology and extensive experience in research, teaching and business management. Passionate about contributing to academia specifically in Islamic Banking and Finance through impactful research, effective teaching, and fostering student development.
RESEARCH AREAS
Financial Criminology
Public Procurement Corruption
Anti-Money Laundering
LECTURER
Wan Muhd Nasrul Hadi Wan Abdul Aziz
MBA – Islamic Banking and Finance, Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia
Bachelor in Accounting, Universiti Teknologi MARA
Diploma in Accounting, Universiti Teknologi MARA
He is an academic specializing in Islamic finance, with a strong academic background in accounting and Islamic finance and a deep commitment to advancing the Islamic financial industry. He is actively involved in teaching Islamic banking products, risk management in financial institutions, and trade finance, while continuously strengthening his research and scholarly contributions.
His research interests focus on Islamic investment and capital markets, including Exchange Traded Funds (ETFs), Initial Public Offerings (IPOs), equities, derivatives, money market instruments, and halal business development. In addition to his academic role, he actively promotes entrepreneurial initiatives among students and the wider community, particularly in supporting the growth of halal-oriented businesses. He also provides advisory and consultation on business development, structuring financing packages, and enhancing business bankability to support sustainable and strategic growth.
He is passionate about bridging academic knowledge with industry practice, fostering critical thinking, and contributing to institutional excellence through continuous professional development, research, and meaningful community engagement.
RESEARCH AREAS
Islamic finance with a specialization in Islamic investment and capital markets, including ETFs, IPOs, equities, derivatives, and money market instruments. Additional areas include risk management in financial institutions, halal business development, and business financing.
PROFESSIONAL CERTIFICATION
Certified SAS Enterprise Guide (SAS Institute Inc, US)
Certificate Islamic Business Management (IIUM)
Chartered Institute for Securities & Investment (LONDON)
Financial Planning Association of Malaysia (FPAM)
Islamic Estate Planning (As-Salihin Trustee Berhad)
Certified Trainer of MDEC on E-Usahawan & E-Rezeki
Certified Trainer of IBFIM
Certified Qualification in Islamic Finance (CQIF: Banking)
Certified Qualification in Islamic Finance (CQIF: Wealth management)
Associate Qualification in Islamic Finance (AQIF)
Intermediate Qualification in Islamic Finance (IQIF)
Islamic Financial Planner (IFP) recognized by Bank Negara Malaysia and the Securities Commission Malaysia.
Certified Trainer for program under Agensi Kaunseling dan Pengurusan Kredit (AKPK)
Member of Institut Bank-Bank Malaysia (IBBM) (508917)
Member of Federation of Malaysian Unit Trust Managers (FMUTM)
Phone:03-2604 6500 (EXT 6652)
Email:wmnasrul@unikl.edu.my
LECTURER
Haziyah Nazifah Busro
Master of Science (Financial Criminology)
Bachelor of Business Administration (Hons) Finance
Diploma in Islamic Banking
Passionate academic and finance professional with a Master’s in Financial Criminology and ongoing PhD research in corporate governance and sustainable performance. Solid foundation in finance, Islamic banking, and financial reporting, supported by hands-on experience as a financial advisor and finance executive. Committed to impactful teaching, applied research, and mentoring future finance professionals.
RESEARCH AREAS
Fraudulent financial reporting
Corporate governance
Sustainable Development Goals (SDG)
Email:haziyah@unikl.edu.my
LECTURER
Nasrul Ali Hasan Abdul Latif
Doctor of Business Administration – Universiti Teknologi MARA (UiTM), Shah Alam, Malaysia (Ongoing)
Master of Quantitative Science – Universiti Teknologi MARA (UiTM), Shah Alam, Malaysia
Bachelor of Science (Hons.) Actuarial Science – Universiti Teknologi MARA (UiTM), Shah Alam, Malaysia
Diploma in Quantitative Science – Universiti Teknologi MARA (UiTM) Kampus Arau, Perlis, Malaysia
He is an academic practitioner with strong leadership and teamwork capabilities, actively involved in student development, mentoring, and community engagement. He has extensive experience leading and working within multidisciplinary teams, both in top management roles and as an active committee member across various societies and organisations at local, national, and international levels.
He has been invited as a student leadership speaker, sharing practical insights on leadership, career readiness, ethical decision-making, and professional growth. He is also actively involved in mentoring and coaching, supporting students and early-career professionals in developing confidence, leadership skills, and practical competencies.
In addition, he has hands-on research experience since 2016, with involvement in data-driven and analytics-based projects, including the MAMPU Government Data Optimization Transformation Services (GDOTS) initiative in 2017 and carbon capture consulting and management projects between 2023 and 2024. These experiences have strengthened his ability to apply data analytics, digital tools, and evidence-based approaches to support organisational, policy, and sustainability-related decision-making. His strengths lie in people development, collaborative leadership, and strategic coordination, with a strong ability to translate data and insights into meaningful impact within teams and organisations.
RESEARCH AREA
Social Investment, Sustainable Finance & Fintech
NGO and Organization Sustainability
PROFESSIONAL CERTIFICATION
Certified Level 1 Thermographer (2023)
Certified ISO 9001:2015 Internal Auditor (2018)
OTHER SKILLS AND EXPERTISE
Operation and strategic management – experienced in managing operations, strategic planning, and organisational coordination.
Student movement and society – actively involved in student development, society activities, and community engagement initiatives.
Leadership, motivational speaking, mentoring and coaching – experienced in delivering leadership talks, mentoring students, and coaching individuals for personal and professional growth.
Computer and digital skills – proficient in Microsoft Office applications, graphic and multimedia design tools, statistical analysis software, programming languages, database management, and various operating systems.
Email:nasrul.ali@unikl.edu.my
LECTURER
Nursafeda Abd Rashid
MASTER OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION (UKM)
BBA (H) FINANCE (UiTM)
Diploma in Business Studies (UiTM)
RESEARCH AREAS
Efficiency and productivity (DEA)
Entrepreneurship
Financial literacy
Small Medium Tourism Enterprise (SMTEs)
Email:nursafeda@unikl.edu.my
| Management and Entrepreneurship Section
Ts. Dr. Muna Norkhairunnisak Ustadi
HEAD OF SECTION, MANAGEMENT AND ENTREPRENEURSHIP & SENIOR LECTURER
Ts. Dr. Muna Norkhairunnisak Ustadi
PhD in Technology Management, Universiti Tun Hussein Onn Malaysia
Chartered Member, Chartered Institute of Logistic and Transport (CILT)
Master of Business Administration, Universiti Teknologi Mara
Bachelor in International Business Management, Universiti Utara Malaysia
Diploma in Business Studies, Universiti Tenaga Nasional
Dr. Muna Norkhairunnisak Ustadi has made significant contributions to the field of logistics and supply chain management, particularly in halal logistics and transportation. Her research has focused on developing new frameworks and methodologies, including an integrated model for halal transportation in Malaysia using a structural equation modeling approach to explore critical areas within supply chain management. She has also led research on the implementation of the Lean Module in PETRONAS’ drilling department, contributing to process optimization within one of Malaysia’s leading corporations.
Her research on public hub transportation systems has provided valuable insights into urban transportation development, particularly within the Northern Corridor Economic Region (NCER) of Peninsular Malaysia. In addition, she conducted a feasibility study on short sea shipping in West Coast Sabah and Labuan using the Analytical Hierarchy Process (AHP) approach, contributing to the advancement of regional maritime logistics.
Beyond research, Dr. Muna has served as an external assessor for several universities in both public and private higher education institutions, as well as an auditor for the Malaysian Qualifications Agency (MQA), contributing her expertise in quality assurance and academic compliance. She has published numerous research articles in reputable international journals, covering areas such as halal port development, halal food supply chains, logistics management, and the impact of COVID-19 on e-learning effectiveness in higher education. She has also successfully secured research grants for various projects related to transportation systems and logistics development, strengthening Malaysia’s logistics infrastructure and academic contributions.
Overall, Dr. Muna Norkhairunnisak Ustadi’s academic and professional journey reflects her strong commitment to innovation, research excellence, mentorship, and the advancement of logistics and supply chain management. Her contributions continue to influence the development of the field at both national and international levels.
RESEARCH AREAS
Logistics Technology
Supply Chain Management
Operation Management
Quality Management
Halal Studies
PROFESSIONAL CERTIFICATION
Ahli Panel Penilai (APP) MQA
Professional Technologist
SIRIM Lead Auditor
Chartered Member, The Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport
OTHER SKILLS AND EXPERTISE
Shipping & Freight Movement
Road Transportation Systems
Cargo Management
Warehouse Operations
Phone:03-2604 6500 (EXT 6636)
Prof. Dato’ Dr. Khairanum Subari
Prof. Dr. Ilham Sentosa Anwar Malik
Prof. Dr. Cordelia Mason
Assoc. Prof. Dr. Rosni Ab. Wahid
Assoc. Prof. Dr. Nazatul Shima Abdul Rani
Assoc. Prof. Dr. Sheikh Muhamad Hizam Hj. Sheikh Khairuddin
Ts. Dr. Jimisiah Jaafar@Kamis
Ts. Dr. Mohd Nasrul Hakim Jalaludin
Dr. Azizan Mohamed Isa
Dr. Hadezah Amit
Dr. Muhammad Najib Noh @ Seth
Dr. Nurbani Md Hassan
Dr. Sharina Osman
Dr. Syarifah Nur Fazreen Syed Nizam
Dr. Firdaus Hilmi Nadzri
Dr. Muhammad Syirazie Hafiez Abdul Aziz
Dr. Ahmad Farid Amin
Norhisham Abdul Mutalib
Abdul Basith
Muhammad Nikmatullah Ajwad
Mahfuz Abd Malek
Mohamad Lusfi Yaakob
Amirul Daniel Sulaiman
Nurul Aziidah Zulkifli
Jasmin Salwa Hamdan
Irbiana Hanim Tahir
Diyana Manoga
Suzani Hilda Zainal Ariffin
Dr. Che Rosmawati Che Mat
Siti Fatinnah
Siti Nabilla Ismail
Salman Abd Halim
Raudhatul Hanani Md Arba’in
Nurul Fadhiyah Musthapar
Nur Aqilah Qamarina
Khalina Khalid
Hazuana Zulkiflee
Amira Farain Azman
Wan Zulaikha Wan Yaacob
PROFESSOR
Prof. Dr. Ilham Sentosa Anwar Malik
PhD in Human Resource Management, UUM.
Master of Public Admininstration, Gadjah Mada University.
Bachelor in Public Management, Institute of Government Study, Indonesia.
Phone:03-2604 6500 (EXT 6617)
Email:ilham@unikl.edu.my
PROFESSOR
Prof. Dr. Cordelia Mason
Doctor of Business Administration (MMU, Malaysia)
Master of Arts In English As A Second Language (UM, Malaysia)
Post Graduate Diploma in TESL (RELC, Singapore)
BSc in Business Administration (University of the Pacific, Stockton, California)
Cordelia Mason is a professor in management and entrepreneurship. She has undertaken administrative roles of a dean, deputy dean and director of strategy and Executive Director of Yayasan UniKL. She is also a Member of the Board of Examiners for the Asian Institute of Chartered Bankers (since 2015), an alumna of the UNESCO UNEVOC TVET Leadership Programme, advisory board for the Global Knowledge Index, TVET Expert Panel for UNESCO UNEVOC, and pro-bono advisor of PSPK when she advises on social enterprises and refugee related research. She was Chair of the Examination Committee at the Chartered Institute of Islamic Finance Professionals(CIIF), a Visiting Fellow at the MyRIVET (Malaysia Research Institute for Vocational Education and Training),Vice-President of the Malaysian Association of Applied Linguistics, research advisory member for Agensi Kaunseling dan Pengurusan Kredit (AKPK) and an active member of the International Women’s Federation of Commerce and Industry, Malaysia.
Cordelia is a strong advocate of the case method. During her stint as a research fellow at the Asian Institute of Finance, her main role was to write cases on organisations in the financial services industry. She also trains C-suite leaders in case writing for the MII Chartered Fellowship Programme. Besides case studies, Cordelia has written textbooks for the Malaysian school systems, book chapters, curriculum manuals for business and management as well as entrepreneurship programmes, research reports, journal articles, lyrics and other literary work.
Cordelia mainly trains and consults in the areas of education (curriculum and assessment), ethics, innovation, leadership, strategy, case writing and social entrepreneurship. She has also undertaken international advisory roles for UNESCO UNEVOC in the areas of TVET curriculum development and country level TVET strategy. Her current research interest is in green business, greening TVET, social innovation and applications of Artificial Intelligence. A self-professed informal knowledge-broker, Cordelia enjoys exploring the meanings of life across geographical, social and economic boundaries using the lenses of strategic management, innovation and social entrepreneurship. She is deeply inspired by the diverse social missions which have been emerging strongly across industries and sees some ray of hope for sustainability.
RESEARCH AREAS
Strategy and Leadership
Greening TVET
Artificial Intelligence as an Enabler
Social Entrepreneurship
OTHER SKILLS AND EXPERTISE
Case Writing
Qualitative Research
Phone:03-26046656 (Ext 6656)
Email:cordelia@unikl.edu.my
DEPUTY DEAN (INTERNATIONAL, INDUSTRIAL AND INSTITUTIONAL PARTNERSHIP) AND SENIOR LECTURER
Assoc. Prof. Dr. Rosni Ab. Wahid
Doctorate in Business Administration (DBA), Universiti Utara Malaysia (UUM)
Master’s Degree in Business Administration (MBA), Universiti Utara Malaysia (UUM)
Bachelor’s Degree in Management, Universiti Sains Malaysia (USM)
She is an Associate Professor of Entrepreneurship and currently serves as the Deputy Dean for International, Industrial and Institutional Partnerships at Universiti Kuala Lumpur Business School. Her expertise lies in entrepreneurship, new venture creation, digital entrepreneurship, and SME development, with strong interests in industry-academia collaboration and international partnerships. She brings extensive experience from both academia and industry, including prior leadership roles in postgraduate management and industrial linkages, as well as senior management experience in the oil and gas sector. She actively supervises postgraduate research and contributes to curriculum development, accreditation, and strategic partnership initiatives.
RESEARCH AREAS
Global Entrepreneurship
SME development
Digital Business & Entrepreneurship
PROFESSIONAL CERTIFICATION
Certified Trainer, Human Resource Development Corporation (HRD Corp), 2024
OTHER SKILLS AND EXPERTISE
Writer: Pelan Tindakan Keusahawanan Institusi Pengajian Tinggi (IPT), Kementerian Pendidikan Tinggi (KPT), 2026-2030
Teaching & Facilitation: Subject Matter Expert In International Entrepreneurship and New Business Venture
Curriculum Design: Developed Doctor of Business Administration (DBA) and Open and Distance Learning (ODL) MBA modules.
Advisor: Knowledge Beez International, United Kingdom (2023- current)
Honorable Advisor: Global Society for Supply Chain Professionals (GSSCP), Bangladesh (2020)
Phone:03-2604 6500 (EXT 6648)
Email:rosni@unikl.edu.my
SENIOR LECTURER
Assoc. Prof. Dr. Nazatul Shima Abdul Rani
PhD in Business Management, Universiti Teknologi MARA
MBA, Universiti Tun Abdul Razak
Bachelor of Science Business Administration (Majors: Management and Marketing), University Of Nebraska-Lincoln, USA.
Dr. Nazatul Shima Abdul Rani is an Associate Professor at Universiti Kuala Lumpur Business School (UniKL Business School) with over 20 years of experience in academia, research, and entrepreneurship development. She holds a PhD in Business Management (Entrepreneurship) from Universiti Teknologi MARA (UiTM), a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from Universiti Tun Abdul Razak (UNIRAZAK), and a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration from the University of Nebraska–Lincoln, USA.
Her areas of expertise include entrepreneurship, leadership, organizational behaviour, and small and medium enterprise (SME) development. Throughout her academic career, she has held several leadership positions, including Deputy Dean and Coordinator of the Centre for Women Advancement and Leadership. She has published more than 50 journal articles, including over 15 SCOPUS-indexed publications, and has secured 12 research grants. With an h-index of 16 and more than 1,000 citations, her research focuses on fraud risk management, women in business, and smart city development. She has also supervised numerous PhD and master’s students and actively serves on editorial boards and research panels.
RESEARCH AREAS
entrepreneurship
small business management
management
marketing
strategic management
change management
organisational behaviour
PROFESSIONAL CERTIFICATION
certified human resource officer, mihrm (o-694/2021)
OTHER SKILLS AND EXPERTISE
Strategic planning – delivered training and workshops focused on developing effective business strategies and planning for organizational success.
Conflict and stress management – provided training on managing workplace conflicts, reducing stress, and improving employee well-being and productivity.
Module development and academic content writing – developed learning modules for MBA and EMBA courses related to management, organizational behaviour, and change management.
Research and reporting analysis – conducted research and prepared reports on programme effectiveness, including client-based evaluation projects.
Training and facilitation – conducted various training programmes, workshops, and coaching sessions related to business, entrepreneurship, communication, and management skills.
Language and community development training – facilitated learning programmes aimed at enhancing communication skills and community engagement.
Business opportunity analysis and business model canvas – trained participants on identifying business opportunities and developing effective business models.
Entrepreneurship coaching and trainer development – provided coaching and training for entrepreneurship educators and trainers.
Consultancy and professional training – provided consultancy and training services in governance, management, operations, and organizational development.
Communication and presentation skills training – conducted workshops to enhance professional communication, presentation techniques, and confidence in delivering information.
Operations management training – provided knowledge and guidance on improving operational efficiency and management practices.
Strategic management facilitation – facilitated strategic management modules focusing on planning, decision-making, and organizational growth.
Employee productivity and workplace effectiveness – delivered talks and discussions on improving employee performance, motivation, and workplace productivity.
Phone:03-2604 6500 (EXT 6635)
Email:shima.rani@unikl.edu.my
SENIOR LECTURER
Assoc. Prof. Dr. Sheikh Muhamad Hizam Hj. Sheikh Khairuddin
DBA Management, University Kebangsaan Malaysia
MBA General Business, Ohio University, USA
BSc. Agriculture (Hons), University Pertanian Malaysia
Dr. Sheikh Muhamad Hizam Bin Hj. Sheikh Khairuddin is a Senior Lecturer at the Universiti Kuala Lumpur (UniKL) Business School. He has over 20 years of entrepreneurship, industrial and academic experiences. He was involved in the agribusiness; manufacturing; and air logistic sectors dealing with multinational clients with the likes of Intel, IBM, Motorola, etc. He has published his research papers in several high impact journals and conferences. He is also an external examiner to several universities and supervisor to MBA and PhD students. He also holds the posts of Internship Coordinator, Head of Research Cluster, and Editorial Board member for journal UBIS. His teaching and research interests are in the fields of Human Resource Management, Organizational Behavior, and Stress Management.
- RESEARCH AREAS
- SELECTED PUBLICATIONS
- PROFESSIONAL CERTIFICATION
- OTHER SKILLS AND EXPERTISE
- Human Resource Management
- Organizational Behaviour
- Strategic Management
- Technology Management
- Entrepreneurship
- Marketing
- Research Methodology
- Sheikh, M.H.S.K. & Waqas, A. (2019). A conceptual paper on SERVQUAL framework for assessing quality of Internet of Things (IOT) services. International Journal of Financial Research. 10(5): 387 – 397. (SCOPUS-INDEXED)
- Sheikh, M.H.S.K, Zuhaib, H.Q., Rosni. A.W., Shehnaz, T., Zulfiqar, H.P., & Mohammad, R.K. (2019). A conceptual study on contingent impact of external integration on innovation SME business success relationship. International Journal of Financial Research. 10(5): 370 – 380. (SCOPUS-INDEXED)
- Sheikh, M.H.S.K, Zulkarnian, I.S.O., Mohammad, M.A., Zalina, Z. & Mohd, F.A.F. (2019). Corporate social responsibility in Malaysia. International Journal of Financial Research. 10(5): 381 – 386. (SCOPUS-INDEXED)
- Sheikh, M.H.S.K, Wan, M.N.H.W.A.A, Issoufou, C. (2019). Mediating effects of health on stressor and work performance: A case of practical training students in Malaysia. Malaysian Journal of Public Health Medicine. Volume 19 (supplement 1). (SCOPUS-INDEXED)
- Sheikh, M.H.S.K, Kamaruzzaman, I., & Zalina, Z. (2018). Implementing Fully Privately Run Public Schools: Top View. International Journal of Engineering and Technology (UAE), 7: 4.15, 252-256. (SCOPUS-INDEXED)
- Sheikh, M.H.S.K., Nwokolo, E.P, & Ilham, S.A.M. (2018). Employee Engagement, Commitment, and Performance in a Malaysian GLC. OPCION, 34: 16, 659-668 (SCOPUS-INDEXED)
- Sheikh, M.H.S.K., S., Zulkifli, S., & Shahrin, H. (2018). Measuring the Effects of Work Motivation on Stress and Performance Linkages. Asian Academy of Management Journal (SCOPUS-INDEXED)(In-press)
- Sheikh, M.H.S.K., Lokman, S., Zulkifli, S., Shahrin, M. (2017). Stressors and burnout among MARA entrepreneurs: The case of SMEs, Science International, 29(3): 533-538. (ISI-INDEXED)
- Malaysian Institute of Human Resource Management (MIHRM)
- Quantitative, Qualitative, and Mixed Method Research
- Structural Equation Modeling (SEM)
- Analysis of Moment Structure (AMOS)
- Partial Least Square (SmartPLS)
- Statistical Package for Social Sciences (SPSS)
Phone:03-2604 6500 (EXT 6655)
SENIOR LECTURER
Ts. Dr. Jimisiah Jaafar@Kamis
Phd in Management – (Entrepreneurship & Emotional Intelligence) – UTM
Master in Business Administration – Technopreneurship (Collaboration UTM / Cranfield University UK)
Postgraduate Diploma In Business Administration (Twin Program with Gorseinon College of Swansea UK)
Advance Diploma Business Administration (Twin Program with Gorseinon College of Swansea UK)
Diploma In Public Administration & Law (UiTM)
Diploma Business Administration (Inst Commercial of Management)
She is a Senior Lecturer at Universiti Kuala Lumpur Business School, Malaysia, with fifteen years of experience in the education industry. She has held several academic leadership positions, including Director of the Centre for Women Advancement and Leadership from 2022 to 2024, Head of Section for Advancement & Continuing Education from 2019 to 2021, and Deputy Dean of Student Development & Campus Lifestyle from 2014 to 2018, where she was responsible for student development, activities, and residential management.
She has contributed significantly to entrepreneurship education and student development, serving as an advisor for the second-place winner of the Business Competition Malaysia Higher Education National Level 2010 and the first-place winner of the Online Business Competition IPMA MARA Level 2012. She has taught various subjects, including Principles of Management, Technopreneurship, Introduction to Entrepreneurship, Innovation Management, Project Management, and Strategic Business Management.
She was a finalist for the Ministry of Higher Education Best Entrepreneurship Mentor Award 2015 and has received several recognitions, including the Top Performance Award from Universiti Kuala Lumpur (Outstanding) in 2014, Distinguished Educator Award from MARA in 2015, and Subsidiaries Icon Award from MARA in 2015. She is also a co-author of the Technopreneur and Innovation Management textbook.
In addition, she has led research and development initiatives, including the Pengerang Entrepreneur Research and Development project in collaboration with the State Economic Planning Unit in 2017. She has also contributed as a member of entrepreneur research projects under Majlis Agama Islam & Istiadat Negeri Pahang. She holds a Master of Business Administration (MBA) in Technopreneurship and a PhD in Management from Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (UTM).
RESEARCH AREAS
Entrepreneurship
Management
Emotional Intelligence
Business Start-up
Leadership
PROFESSIONAL CERTIFICATION
Malaysian Institute of Management (MIM No: OM021156)
Chartered Institute of Logistics & Transport (FCILT No: F0201) – Fellow
Malaysian Society for Engineering & Technology (MySET: 01145)
Malaysia Board of Technology (MBOT) (PT19100043)(2-10-2019)
Asean Lecturer Community (ALC) (ALC.11162082098)
Mejar Bersekutu (Pertahanan Awam) PB-A/J/2023 (330)
OTHER SKILLS AND EXPERTISE
HRDF Trainer No: TTT/4928, (Certificate Id: 16894963-3dfe-457b-9132-c2250fc15087)
Certified International Spiritual NLP Practitioner Reg No: 0512-309092 (National Federation Of Neurolinguistic Programming)
Certified Trainer for MyPEC (Malaysian Practice Enterprise)
Certified Bizfacilitator for INSKEN
Certified Bizcounselor for INSKEN
Certified Train The Trainer for INSKEN
Certified Professional Halal Executive (JAKIM.HPB/SPLH/HE: 2019-026-001)
Certified Internal HALAL Auditor (JAKIM.HPB/SPLH/IHA:2019-026-003)
Certified in 4.0 Industrial Revolution Foundation TTT
Certified in MS2400:2019 HALAL SUPPLY CHAIN
Certified Business Coach
Email:jimisiah@unikl.edu.my
SENIOR LECTURER
Ts. Dr. Mohd Nasrul Hakim Jalaludin
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Management – Universiti Kuala Lumpur Business School (UniKL)
Master of Science (MSc) in Management – Universiti Utara Malaysia (UUM)
Bachelor of Science (BSc) in Information Technology (IT) (Management) – Universiti Malaya (UM)
Foundation Studies (Pre-University) – Kolej MARA Banting
Sijil Pelajaran Malaysia (SPM) – MRSM Kuantan, Pahang
Dr. Mohd Nasrul Hakim Jalaludin is a technopreneurship strategist, academic, and practitioner with over 20 years of experience spanning entrepreneurship development, strategic management, digital business, and institutional ecosystem building.
He currently serves as a Senior Lecturer at UniKL Business School at the Management & Entrepreneurship Section. Previously, he was at the Teknoputra Division, Universiti Kuala Lumpur (UniKL), a strategic unit mandated to drive entrepreneurial and technopreneurial excellence across UniKL’s 12 campuses and 30,000 stakeholders nationwide. Since joining UniKL in 2013, he has played a pivotal role in policy formulation, programme design, strategic partnerships, funding acquisition, and national-level entrepreneurship initiatives involving MARA, KKDW, PERNAS, PUNB, MRANTI, SME Corp, and other government agencies .
Prior to academia, he founded and managed multiple businesses in healthcare devices, technology solutions, and trading, giving him strong industry-grounded credibility in coaching, mentoring, and enterprise development. Beyond professional work, he is actively involved in community leadership and social governance, serving as Chairman of Rukun Tetangga and cooperative leadership roles, reflecting a strong commitment to inclusive and sustainable development.
RESEARCH AREAS
Entrepreneurship & Technopreneurship Development
Strategic Management & Leadership
Digital Entrepreneurship & Gig Economy
TVET Entrepreneurship Ecosystem
Social Networking Sites & Student Development
Innovation Management
Entrepreneurial Education & Experiential Learning
Event Impact & Programme Effectiveness Evaluation</span
Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) & Community Development
PROFESSIONAL CERTIFICATION
Professional Technologist (P.Tech) – Malaysia Board of Technologists (MBOT)
Certified Digital Marketing Specialist (CDMS) – iTrain, Singapore
Certified Professional Trainer (CPT) – Universiti Tun Abdul Razak
Train-the-Trainer (TOT) – My Practice Enterprise (MyPEC, German-based Simulation Model)
INSKEN BisFacilitator – National Entrepreneurship Facilitation Programme
Symposium for Entrepreneurship Educators – Babson College, USA
OTHER SKILLS AND EXPERTISE
Entrepreneurship & Technopreneurship Policy Design
Strategic Programme Planning & Impact Evaluation
Business Simulation & Experiential Learning (MyPEC)
Digital Business & E-Commerce Training
Funding Proposal Development & Grant Acquisition
Industry–Academia–Government Collaboration
Innovation Pitching & Competition Judging
Leadership Development & Executive Mentoring
Event Management (National & International)
Community Governance & Cooperative Management
Data Analysis & Reporting (incl. Power BI exposure)
Public Speaking, Facilitation & Professional Training
Email:mnhakim@unikl.edu.my
DEAN / HEAD OF CAMPUS
Dr. Azizan Mohamed Isa
PhD in Management, Putra Business School (AACSB Accredited)
Master of Business Administration, Universiti Kuala Lumpur Business School
Bachelor in Human Sciences (Psychology), International Islamic University Malaysia
She is an academic leader and researcher currently serving as the Deputy Dean (Academic & Technology) at UniKL Business School. Her professional journey includes extensive corporate experience from 2003 to 2014, providing her with a strong practitioner’s perspective before transitioning into academia in 2015. She specializes in managing postgraduate programmes, curriculum development, and ensuring academic excellence through rigorous quality assurance and accreditation standards.
RESEARCH AREAS
Organizational Behaviour, Business Ethics and Corporate Governance and Academic Integrity and Ethics in Higher Education
PROFESSIONAL CERTIFICATION
Certified Trainer, Human Resource Development Corporation (HRD Corp), 2024
Associate Qualification in Islamic Finance (AQIF), Islamic Banking & Finance Institute Malaysia, 2016
OTHER SKILLS AND EXPERTISE
Teaching & Facilitation: Specialist in Ethical Leadership, Research Methodology, and Strategic Negotiation.
Curriculum Design: Developed Doctor of Business Administration (DBA) and Open and Distance Learning (ODL) MBA modules.
Institutional Governance: Member of the University Research Ethics Committee (UREC) and Academic Quality Internal Auditor.
Phone:03-2604 6500 (EXT 6610)
Email:azizan@unikl.edu.my
SENIOR LECTURER
Dr. Hadezah Amit
PhD in Management, Putra Business School, Universiti Putra Malaysia (UPM)
Master of Business Administration, Universiti Teknologi MARA (UiTM)
Bachelor of Business Management (Hons), Major in Finance, Universiti Selangor (UNISEL)
Dr. Hadezah Amit is a Senior Lecturer in the Management and Entrepreneurship Section and Head of Section for Quality Assurance at Universiti Kuala Lumpur Business School, with strong expertise in academic leadership, curriculum development, quality assurance, and higher education teaching and learning. She has extensive experience as a Programme Coordinator and APEL.A Moderator, contributing actively to postgraduate and undergraduate programme enhancement, accreditation processes, and student development initiatives. With more than a decade of academic service, she specialises in innovation management, technopreneurship, entrepreneurship education, business intelligence, and sustainability in education and business practices. She is also actively involved in national research, grants, supervision, and academic reviewing, while engaging in publications and industry collaboration.
RESEARCH AREAS
Innovation Management
Innovative Behavior
Entrepreneurship
Entrepreneurial Behavior
Technopreneurship
Organizational Behavior
Business Intelligence
Sustainability in education and business practices
PROFESSIONAL CERTIFICATION
Certified Human Resource Officer (CHRO), MIHRM
MDEC Trainer-of Trainers (ToT) – Digital Entrepreneurship
OTHER SKILLS AND EXPERTISE
Outcome-Based Education Expert, OBEE
Curriculum design and programme review
Accreditation compliance (MQA, QA Process)
Program Advisor – Diploma Business Management, Kolej FELCRA
Moderator – APEL.A Learners, UniKL Business School
Internal Auditor – ISO 9001:2015
Teaching across diploma, degree, and postgraduate levels
Postgraduate Supervision (Phd & Master)
Academic reviewing and research development
Grant involvement and academic publication
Judge for Anugerah Teknousahawan TVET@KKDW, demonstrating expertise in evaluating entrepreneurial innovation and TVET-based industry practices
TVET and SKM competency-based education, including programme articulation, infrastructure understanding, and industry-aligned skills development.
Phone:03-2604 6500 (EXT 6615)
Email:hadezah@unikl.edu.my
HEAD OF SECTION, TEKNOPUTRA AND SENIOR LECTURER
Dr. Muhammad Najib Noh @ Seth
PhD in Management Universiti Kuala Lumpur Business School
MBA in Management Universiti Kuala Lumpur Business School
Bachelor in Human Development, Universiti Putra Malaysia
Phone:03-2687 5400 (EXT 5462)
Email:mnajibs@unikl.edu.my
HEAD OF SECTION, ACE AND SENIOR LECTURER
Dr. Nurbani Md Hassan
Doctor of Philosophy in Islamic Development Management (PhD)- Universiti Sains Malaysia
Master in Business Administration (MBA) – Universiti Utara Malaysia
BA (Hons) Accounting & Finance – Liverpool John Moores University, United Kingdom
Dr. Nurbani Binti Md Hassan is a senior academic and industry practitioner with almost 30 years of experience spanning higher education, SME financing, corporate loans, and strategic financial management. She currently serves as Head of Advancement & Continuing Education (ACE) at UniKL Business School, leading training development, ODL, research consultancy, and revenue generation initiatives. Her expertise includes small business management, social entrepreneurship, franchise business management, financial statement analysis, Financial Statement Analysis and Management Accounting. Since 2007, she has been actively involved in business and is among the early pioneers of digital business and online entrepreneurship. She has secured grants, led consultancy projects, and published in indexed journals.
RESEARCH AREAS
Small Business Management
Franchise Business Management/ Micro Franchise
Social Entrepreneurship
Zakat for Business
Mobile Entrepreneur Program
PROFESSIONAL CERTIFICATION
Certified Trainer, HRDC, 2023
Certified Small Business Advisor, MASMED, UiTM
OTHER SKILLS AND EXPERTISE
Subject matter expert for Social Entrepreneurship & Franchise Business Management and Micro Franchise.
Qualitative Analysis.
Project Consultancy & Researcher.
Computerized accounting software, UBIS and MYOB.
Entrepreneurship & Business Advisory
Phone:03-2604 6500 (Ext 6672)
Email:nurbani@unikl.edu.my
SENIOR LECTURER
Dr. Sharina Osman
PhD in Management Studies, University of Exeter Business School, United Kingdom
Master of Human Resource Management, Universiti Utara Malaysia
Bachelor of Business Administration (Hons): Marketing,(UUM)
She is a Senior Lecturer in the Management & Entrepreneurship Section and was the former Deputy Dean of Student Development & Campus Lifestyle at Universiti Kuala Lumpur Business School, Malaysia. With over ten years of university-level teaching experience, her research and teaching interests span identity, image, and reputation; organizational culture; human resource development; tourism; tourism destination identity and branding; participative tourism development; and e-tourism. Her expertise bridges the fields of human resource management and development, marketing, and tourism, providing a unique interdisciplinary perspective.
She serves on the editorial advisory boards of several academic journals and has been invited as a keynote and guest speaker at numerous local and international seminars. She brings extensive hands-on experience in organizational development, competency building, and capacity enhancement through training programmes and consultancy projects. Passionate about interactive and experiential learning, she has conducted workshops and teambuilding programmes across government and private sectors, both domestically and internationally.
RESEARCH AREAS
Identity, Image and Reputation, Organisational Culture and Organisational Value
Human Resource Management & Development
Tourism Destination and Attraction Image & Branding, Sustainable Tourism Development, Community Participation in Tourism, Digital platform in Tourism, Tourism Marketing
Qualitative Research, Thematic Analysis
Entrepreneurship Ecosystem, Social Network, Social Capital
PROFESSIONAL CERTIFICATION
Certified Human Resource Officer (CHRO) by Malaysian Institute of Human Resource Management.
Neuro Linguistic Programming (NLP) Practitioner, NS-NLF, USA
OTHER SKILLS AND EXPERTISE
Scopus indexed book chapters writer
Lead researcher for the Development of Occupational Framework (OF), Department of Competency Development, Ministry of Human Resources
Expert Panel for Profile Development for TVET Educator
Editorial Board for Referred Journals national and international
Internal Auditor for MQA Self Accreditation
Curriculum Design: Developed Doctor of Business Administration (DBA) and Open and Distance Learning (ODL) MBA modules.
Phone:03-2604 6500 (EXT 6650)
Email:sharina@unikl.edu.my
SENIOR LECTURER
Dr. Syarifah Nur Fazreen Syed Nizam
Doctor of Philosophy in Management (PhD) – Universiti Kuala Lumpur (2021-2024)
Master of Business Administration (MBA) – Universiti Kuala Lumpur (2019-2020)
Degree in Bachelor of Business Administration (Hons) Retail Management – Universiti Teknologi Mara (UiTM) Puncak Alam Campus
Diploma in Management and Secretaryship (DMS) – International of Islamic College (IIC) Gombak
Dr. Syarifah Nur Fazreen is a Senior Lecturer of the Management and Entrepreneurship Section at Universiti Kuala Lumpur Business School. She has been appointed as the APEL Coordinator and subsequently assumed the role of Lifelong Learning (LLL) Coordinator for UniKL Business School campus. She also serves as a supervisor for both industrial training (INTRA) students and postgraduate students.
RESEARCH AREAS
Business Research
Strategic Management
Leadership
Principles of Management
Corporate Ethics and Governance
Innovation Management
Business Ethics and Corporate Governance
Creative Problem Solving
Creative and Innovation
Introduction to Graphic Design
Introduction to Multimedia
OTHER SKILLS AND EXPERTISE
Postgraduate Supervision (PhD & Master)
Academic Reviewing & VIVA Examination
Industrial Training (INTRA) Supervision
IBM SPSS Statistics
Smart PLS
Gretl Sofware
R Software
R Studio
LP Solve
Adobe Illustrator
All Microsoft Office Platforms – Words, Excel, Publisher, Outlook
Email:syarifah@unikl.edu.my
SENIOR LECTURER
Dr. Firdaus Hilmi Nadzri
Diploma in Business Studies, UiTM
Degree in Business Administration, UiTM
Master’s in Business Administration, University of Ballarat, Australia
Master’s in counselling, OUM
PhD in Management, UniKL
Dr. Firdaus Hilmi Bin Nadzri is an academic, researcher, and certified human resource training professional with extensive experience in the fields of management, organizational behavior, leadership, emotional intelligence, and counselling. He holds a PhD in Management from Universiti Kuala Lumpur, a Master of Counselling from Open University Malaysia, and a Master of Business Administration from the University of Ballarat, Australia.
Dr. Firdaus is actively involved in teaching, research, and professional training, particularly in areas related to employee development, mental health, leadership effectiveness, and emotional intelligence within educational and organizational settings. His scholarly work includes numerous publications focusing on higher education decision-making, religiosity and emotional intelligence, organizational citizenship behavior, and post-pandemic mental health among youth and academics.
In addition to his academic contributions, he is a Certified Human Resource Officer (CHRO) and a Certified HRDC Train-the-Trainer, enabling him to design and deliver impactful training programs for public and private sector organizations. His expertise integrates academic rigor with practical industry application, supporting talent development, organizational performance, and holistic well-being. Dr. Firdaus is committed to advancing research, education, and professional practice that promote sustainable leadership, psychological resilience, and positive organizational culture in Malaysia and beyond.
RESEARCH AREAS
Organizational Behavior, Leadership, Emotional Intelligence
PROFESSIONAL CERTIFICATION
Certified Human Resource Officer (CHRO)
Certified Train the Trainer HRDC
Phone:03-2604 6500 (EXT 6613)
SENIOR LECTURER
Dr. Ahmad Farid Amin
Doctor of Philosophy (Management), Universiti Teknologi Malaysia
Master Corporate Communication, Universiti Putra Malaysia
Bachelor’s in Industrial Technology, Universiti Sains Malaysia
He is a Senior Lecturer currently serving at Universiti Kuala Lumpur Business School, with extensive experience in academic management, curriculum development, and institutional governance. His professional journey spans over a decade, beginning with corporate and higher education administrative roles from 2009 to 2016, which provided him with strong practitioner-based insights before transitioning fully into academia.
He holds a PhD in Management and specializes in human resource management, networking behaviour, and employee performance, with research published in Scopus- and Web of Science–indexed journals. In addition to teaching and research, he is actively involved in academic leadership, community engagement, and talent development initiatives. He has led numerous student development and community-based programmes, secured research grants, and contributed to national and international conferences. His work reflects a strong commitment to academic excellence, industry relevance, and the development of holistic, future-ready graduates.
RESEARCH AREAS
Strategic Management
Employee Performance and Productivity
Networking Behaviour and Career Development
PROFESSIONAL CERTIFICATION
Fusionex Data Science Analyst (2020)
Fusionex Data Engineering Associate (2020)
Certified Practitioner – Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), UniKL (2024)
Member of Malaysia Institute of Statistics (ISM)
Affiliate Member of Malaysian Institute of Human Resource Management (MIHRM)
OTHER SKILLS AND EXPERTISE
Quantitative research design and analysis
Structural Equation Modelling (SmartPLS)
Survey instrument development and validation
Systematic Literature Review (SLR)
Volunteer management and student leadership development
Email:ahmad.farid@unikl.edu.my
SENIOR LECTURER
Norhisham Abdul Mutalib
MBA, Universiti Teknologi Mara.
Bachelor Sc Electrical Engineering, Widener University, Pennsylvania, USA
Phone:03-2604 6500 (EXT 6637)
Email:norhishamam@unikl.edu.my
LECTURER
Mahfuz Abd Malek
Master of Business Administration – Techno Entrepreneurship, Universiti Teknologi Malaysia
Bachelor in Accountancy (Hons), Universiti Teknologi MARA
Diploma Akauntansi, POLIMAS
En. Mahfuz Abd Malek is a Senior Lecturer at UniKL Business School with extensive experience in academic in area of entrepreneurship development, accountancy and industry-based training. He started a career at UniKL since January 2003 as Instructor for Management Subject at UniKL BMI, has also served as Head of Section General Studies (2011-2013), Head of Marketing & Administration (2013-2014), Head of ACE (2021-2022), Head of Teknoputra (2022-2023) and Subject Matter Expert for Technopreneurship course. His career spans academia and trainer of entrepreneurship.
RESEARCH AREAS
Entrepreneurship & Innovation
Financial Literacy & SME Performance
Management Accounting
Performance Management
Cost Management
Management Accounting Control System
PROFESSIONAL CERTIFICATION
HRD Corp TTT Certified Trainer
MDEC TTT Digital Entrepreneurship
OTHER SKILLS AND EXPERTISE
Internal Auditor
Phone:03-2604 6500 (Ext 6624)
Email:mahfuz@unikl.edu.my
LECTURER
Amirul Daniel Sulaiman
MBA, Universiti Kuala Lumpur Business School
BBA (Hons) in Management & Entrepreneurship, Universiti Kuala Lumpur Business School
Diploma in Business Management, Kuala Lumpur Metropolitan University College
Amirul Daniel Bin Sulaiman is a Lecturer and PhD candidate at Universiti Kuala Lumpur (UniKL). He holds academic qualifications in Business Administration and a Master of Business Administration (MBA). His research centres on Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) investment, system dynamics, and sustainable development, with particular emphasis on emerging economies. He has a strong interest in applying data-driven and analytical methods, including dynamic modelling, to support evidence-based decision-making and policy development. Alongside his academic responsibilities, he is actively involved in research related to entrepreneurship, innovation capability, and organisational performance.
RESEARCH AREAS
Marketing Analytics and Consumer Behaviour
System Dynamics Modelling
ESG and Sustainable Investment
Artificial Intelligence for Sustainability
Sustainable Development and Policy Analysis
Entrepreneurship and Innovation
OTHER SKILLS AND EXPERTISE
Data Analysis & Business Intelligence – Advanced Microsoft Excel (macros, VLOOKUP, data automation) & power BI dashboard development and reporting
Quantitative & Analytical Tools – SPSS and SmartPLS for statistical and structural equation modelling, vensim for system dynamics modelling & SQL (Beginner).
Operational & Process Excellence – Business process automation and workflow optimisation & operational efficiency improvement and risk mitigation.
Research & Analytical Competence – Academic writing and research design, conference and journal paper preparation & data interpretation and model validation.
Teaching & Professional Development – Training delivery and facilitation, curriculum design and ODL/e-learning content development & public speaking and academic presentation.
Professional & Interpersonal Skills – Critical and analytical thinking, cross-functional collaboration in multinational environments & ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
LECTURER
Nurul Aziidah Zulkifli
Master of business administration (entrepreneurship), universiti kuala lumpur business school, malaysia (unikl bis)
Bachelor (hons) business administration management and entrepreneurship (bba me), universiti kuala lumpur business school, malaysia (UNIKL Bis)
Diploma in business management, kolej poly-tech mara bangi, malaysia (kptm)
Ms. Nurul Aziidah is a Lecturer in the Management and Entrepreneurship section at Universiti Kuala Lumpur Business School (UniKL), with four years of experience in teaching management and entrepreneurship subjects. She also has one year of experience serving as a Programme Coordinator for the postgraduate section. Her teaching career began in September 2022 as a Lecturer under the Management and Entrepreneurship section at Universiti Kuala Lumpur Business School (UniKL). She teaches entrepreneurship related subjects, including Entrepreneurship,Technopreneurship, Global Entrepreneurship, International Entrepreneurship, and Organisational Behaviour. Her area of specialisation is Management and Entrepreneurship. Her research interests are in the fields of Entrepreneurship, Global Entrepreneurship, Technopreneurship, and Strategic Management. In addition to heracademic roles, she also holds the position of Appeal Assessor for APEL.A Learners. She is also actively involved in student -related activities, including serving as an Academic Advisor and Student Club Advisor, as well as participating in university events and marketing initiatives. These roles reflect her commitment to academic excellence, leadership, and industry relevance. Furthermore, she serves as the Secretary of the University staff club, Keris, contributing to staff engagement and institutional development.
RESEARCH AREAS
Global Entrepreneurship
SME development
Digital Business & Entrepreneurship
Entrepreneurship
OTHER SKILLS AND EXPERTISE
STATISTICAL PACKAGE FOR SOCIAL SCIENCE (SPSS)
SmartPLS
Microsoft Office
Student Academic Advisor
Internship Supervisor
Advisor for Handball Club
LECTURER
Jasmin Salwa Hamdan
LECTURER
Irbiana Hanim Tahir
Master in Business Administration, Universiti Utara Malaysia (UUM)
Bachelor (Hons) in Technology Management, Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (UTM)
Sijil Pelajaran Malaysia (SPM) in Science, Sekolah Menengah Teknik Johor Bahru
She is a dedicated lecturer with more than 15 years of experience in teaching and mentoring. Throughout her career, she has focused on fostering effective learning environments and supporting students’ academic and personal growth. She is committed to continuous improvement, demonstrating a strong dedication to lifelong learning and professional development.
PROFESSIONAL CERTIFICATION
Certificate in Islamic Business Management
OTHER SKILLS AND EXPERTISE
Curriculum development and lesson planning
Student assessment and evaluation
Teaching and learning innovation
Research and academic writing
Student engagement and retention strategies
Academic administrative work
Educational technology
Email:irbiana@unikl.edu.my
LECTURER
Diyana Manoga
Postgraduate Diploma in Syariah Law and Practice – Universiti Teknologi Mara (UITM), Shah Alam
Master’s in Law (LLM) – Universiti Teknologi Mara (UITM), Shah Alam
Bachelor in Law (Hons), LLB – University of Sultan Zainal Abidin (UniSZA), Kuala Terengganu,
She has accumulated nearly thirteen years of experience as a law lecturer, complemented by prior professional experience as an Associate, where she provided legal assistance to corporate entities, particularly in matters relating to liquidation. Her professional background reflects a strong commitment to academic rigor, high professional standards, and the ability to perform effectively under demanding conditions. She is also research-oriented, innovative in her approach, and possesses strong written and oral communication skills.
RESEARCH AREAS
Corporate Law
Contract Law
Islamic Banking and Finance
OTHER SKILLS AND EXPERTISE
Legal research and academic writing
Training and Coaching
Curriculum design, teaching, and assessment at the undergraduate levels
LECTURER
Suzani Hilda Zainal Ariffin
Master of technology management (technology), UTM Skudai, Johor
Bachelor of economics (marketing), UKM, Bangi, Selangor
She is an experienced academic and educator with over two decades of service in higher education, specializing in teaching, curriculum development, and program coordination. She is currently a lecturer at Universiti Kuala Lumpur Business School (UniKL UBIS), where she has been serving since July 2021, contributing to lecture delivery, curriculum planning, and academic review to ensure alignment with current industry and educational developments. Prior to her current role, she spent nine years as a lecturer and program coordinator at UniKL Malaysian Institute of Industrial Technology (UniKL MIDI), demonstrating strong leadership, organizational, and academic management capabilities. She has been actively involved in lesson planning, assessment design, and the supervision of student projects and research activities.
In addition to academia, she has industry-related research experience as a researcher at the Malaysian Industry-Government Group for High Technology (MIGHT). In this role, she contributed to strategic technology insights, policy-related research, and collaborations between government and industry, reflecting her ability to bridge academic knowledge with practical, real-world applications. She is a committed educator and team player who continuously enhances her teaching practice through professional training, leadership development, and pedagogical innovation.
RESEARCH AREAS
Strategic management
Organizational behaviour
Marketing
Customer relationship management
OTHER SKILLS AND EXPERTISE
internal auditor for etac (unikl)
pengajar tvet (ciast)
researcher
Email:suzanihilda@unikl.edu.my
HEAD OF SECTION QUALITY ASSURANCE & SENIOR LECTURER
Dr. Che Rosmawati Che Mat
PhD in Management Studies, Brunel University London
Master of Management, Universiti Malaya
Bachelor of Economics, Universiti Malaya
Certificate in Islamic Revealed Knowledge, IIUM
Dr. Che Rosmawati is a Senior Lecturer and Head of Section (Management & Entrepreneurship) at UniKL Business School with extensive experience in academic leadership, programme development, quality assurance, postgraduate supervision, and industry-based training. She has served as Head of Section, Research Coordinator, OBEE Expert, and Subject Matter Expert for DBA programmes. Her career spans academia, consultancy, entrepreneurship, and industry, including her role as Director of Al-Ansar Travel & Tours Sdn. Bhd. She is actively involved in national and international research, grant writing, supervision, and academic review.
RESEARCH AREAS
Strategic Management
Entrepreneurship & Innovation
Supply Chain Management
Change Management
Marketing
Human Resource Management
Project Management
Digital Supply Chain & Industrial Ecology
Financial Literacy & SME Performance
PROFESSIONAL CERTIFICATION
Certified Human Resource Officer
Institute of Marketing Malaysia
Lead Auditor for SIRIM
British Academy of Management
Koperasi UniKL Berhad
OTHER SKILLS AND EXPERTISE
Programme Accreditation & Quality Assurance (MQA, OBE, ABEST21)
Curriculum Design & ODL (SIM, Micro-Credentials)
PLS-SEM, SPSS, AMOS, NVivo
Research Grant Management & Coordination
Postgraduate Supervision (PhD & Master)
Academic Reviewing & Viva Examination
Training & Coaching for Entrepreneurs (INFRA, MARA, UiTM)
Industry Consultancy & Academic-Industry Linkages
Entrepreneurship & Business Advisory
AI & Digital Transformation in Business Education
Phone:03-2604 6500 (EXT 6612)
| Tourism Planning and Development Section
Asra Zaliza Asbollah
HEAD OF SECTION, TOURISM PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT AND LECTURER
Asra Zaliza Asbollah
Master of Science in Tourism Planning, University of Technology Malaysia (UTM) (2006)
Bachelor of Landscape Architecture, University of Putra Malaysia (UPM) (2003)
She is a tourism and built environment academic with extensive experience in teaching, research, and academic administration at Malaysian higher education institutions. She holds a Master of Science in Tourism Planning and a Bachelor of Landscape Architecture, and is currently completing her PhD in Built Environment, focusing her research on tourist behaviour and the tourist gaze, particularly from the perspective of Muslim women. Her research primarily adopts qualitative methodologies, including in-depth interviews, thematic analysis, and systematic literature reviews (SLR). With over a decade of academic experience, she specializes in tourism planning, hospitality management, and qualitative research. She has published widely in indexed journals and books covering areas such as tourist behaviour, sustainable tourism, and cultural and coastal landscapes. She is actively involved in research grants and collaborative projects related to tourism development, community participation, and Islamic tourism, while contributing to undergraduate and postgraduate teaching and supervision.
RESEARCH AREAS
Tourist Behaviour and Tourist Gaze
Muslim Women and Tourism Studies
Tourism Planning and Sustainable Tourism
Coastal and Cultural Landscape Tourism
Hospitality and Event Management
Community Participation in Tourism Development
Qualitative Research and Systematic Literature Review (SLR)
OTHER SKILLS AND EXPERTISE
Qualitative Research Design and Methods (In-depth Interviews, Focus Groups, Narrative Inquiry)
Systematic Literature Review (SLR) and Evidence Synthesis
Thematic and Content Analysis Using Tourism and Social Theories
Tourist Behaviour Analysis and Tourist Gaze Theory
Gender-Sensitive and Faith-Based Tourism Research
Tourism Planning, Destination Analysis, and Policy Research
Academic Writing, Publications, Research Grants, and Project Management
Phone:03-2604 6500 (Ext 6660)
Email:asra.zaliza@unikl.edu.my
Dr. Maimunah Abdul Aziz
Rafidah Aris
Puteri Nur Naquiah Datu Bandira
Faisal Asyraf Abdul Rahim
Nur Shazreena Mat Shukri
SENIOR LECTURER
Dr. Maimunah Abdul Aziz
Bachelor of Science Architectural Studies – International Islamic University Malaysia
Master of Urban and Regional Planning – International Islamic University Malaysia
Doctor of Philosophy in Built Environment – International Islamic University Malaysia
Dr. Maimunah Abdul Aziz is the Head of Tourism Section, University Kuala Lumpur Business School. She has graduated from International Islamic University Malaysia (IIUM), Kuala Lumpur in PhD of Built Environment (Major in Tourism Planning and Development). Her core study area is Tourism Planning and Development, Tourism Policies, Destination and Products Development and Sustainable Tourism. Dr. Maimunah has been teaching 17 Tourism subjects for 7 years since 2016 at 4 public and private universities in Malaysia besides being invited as a guest Lecturer in Brunei, Indonesia and Uzbekistan. In her earlier career, Dr. Maimunah serves as Urban Planner at MEGARancang in Johor Bahru before working as Research Assistant (later Research Officer) at the International Islamic University Malaysia for 5 years. Besides, Dr. Maimunah is a professional certificate holder for Sustainable Tourism from the Global Sustainable Tourism Council (GSTC), Associate Professional Member at Malaysian Institute of Planners (MIP), Professional member at Tourism Educators Association of Malaysia, a licensed City Tourist Guide (City Guide) in Malaysia; certified by Ministry of Tourism, Arts and Culture Malaysia (MoTac), and also certified Mosque Tourist Guide (volunteer) for Mosque Tourism in Klang Valley under the Islamic Outreach ABIM.
RESEARCH AREAS
Tourism Planning and Development
Sustainable Tourism Development
Islamic and Halal Tourism
PROFESSIONAL CERTIFICATION
Professional Member of Global Sustainable Development Council (GSTC)
Certified Mosque Tourist Guide by Discover Islam Bahrain
Associate member of Malaysia Institute of Planners
Member of Tourism Educators Association Malaysia (TEAM)
OTHER SKILLS AND EXPERTISE
Tourism Spatial Planning
Tourism Project Development
Tourism Product Development
Phone:03-2604 6500 (Ext 6661)
Email:maimunah@unikl.edu.my
LECTURER
Rafidah Aris
PhD in Management, University Kuala Lumpur (2025 – Present)
Master of Science (Hospitality – Tourism) (Hons), UNITAR (2016–2018)
Bachelor of Hospitality Management – Tourism (Hons), Management & Science University (2003–2006)
Diploma in Culinary Arts, Institute Tun Abdul Razak (2000–2002)
Strategic Marketing & Communication Leader with over 15 years of demonstrated success in the hospitality, tourism, and events industries. Experienced in managing multi-property marketing operations, implementing effective public relations initiatives, and increasing brand visibility throughout Malaysia and Southeast Asia. Strong experience in event project management, media relations, and digital transformation, with a proven track record of increasing revenue, customer engagement, and brand awareness. I recently joined the University Kuala Lumpur as a lecturer in the Tourism Section. Teaching students in events and customer relations courses.
RESEARCH AREAS
Hospitality Management
Event Management
Public Relations & Communications
Culinary Arts
Customer Relation
OTHER SKILLS AND EXPERTISE
Event Planning & Project Management
Public Relations & Media Engagement
Digital Marketing (SEO, SEM, Social Media, CRM)
Revenue Growth & Market Positioning
Stakeholder & Partnership Management
Budgeting & P&L Oversight
Team Leadership & Cross-Cultural Communication
Strategic Marketing & Brand Management
LECTURER
Puteri Nur Naquiah Datu Bandira
MSc in Responsible Tourism Management, Leeds Beckett University, United Kingdom
Licence 3 Sciences Humaines et Sociales (Géographie et Aménagement), Université Toulouse – Jean Jaurès, France
Bachelor of International Tourism Management (Hons) (Travel and Recreation Management), Taylor’s University, Malaysia
Tourism and hospitality specialist with academic and professional experience across higher education, public sector, and private tourism industries. A recipient of prestigious awards, including the Commonwealth Scholarship by the UK Government DFID, Perdana Fellowship by the Malaysian Government, and currently a Yayasan EMKAY Scholar under the EMKAY Group.
RESEARCH AREAS
Responsible / Sustainable Tourism
Community-based Tourism
Indigenous Tourism
LECTURER
Faisal Asyraf Abdul Rahim
Diploma In Tourism Management
Bachelor Of Science In Tourism Management (Honours)
Master In Tourism Management
He is a lecturer at Universiti Kuala Lumpur (UniKL) with academic and professional experience across several higher education institutions. His area of specialization is Tourism Management, with interests in tourism planning, hospitality, sustainability, and tourist behaviour. With a strong background in teaching and academic supervision, he is committed to delivering industry-relevant education and developing future tourism professionals through applied learning and critical thinking.
RESEARCH AREAS
Food Tourism
OTHER SKILLS AND EXPERTISE
He led a team of committee members as a floor manager, managing event protocols, coordinating event flow, and ensuring smooth arrangements throughout the event.
| Foundation In Business Section
Ilya Yasnorina Ilyas
HEAD OF SECTION, FOUNDATION IN BUSINESS AND LECTURER
Ilya Yasnorina Ilyas
Master in Business Administration, University Putra Malaysia
Bachelor of Accountancy (Hons), Mara University of Technology
Diploma in Accounting, Mara University of Technology
BRIEF ABOUT YOURSELF
An experienced accounting lecturer passionate about delivering engaging and impactful learning experiences across multiple higher education environments. Skilled in developing creative teaching strategies, hybrid learning delivery, and student mentoring. Research engaged in corporate governance, corporate social responsibility, and organisational performance. Committed to contributing positively to academic excellence and student success.
RESEARCH AREAS
- Corporate Governance
- Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR)
- Firm Performance and Disclosure
- Corporate Governance, Social Responsibility and Firm Performance
- Management Accounting
OTHER SKILLS AND EXPERTISE
- Financial Accounting
- Management Accounting
- Public Sector Accounting
- Financial Reporting & Analysis
- Corporate Governance
- Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR)
- Skilled user of Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), Zoom and MS Teams
- Research software competency: SPSS, NVivo, EndNote and Mendeley
- Event coordination and student activities facilitation
- Ability to develop innovative teaching strategies and classroom games
Phone:03-2685 4127 (EXT 127)
Suhaiza Ngah
Nurain Jainal
Nur Fadzrina Mohd Ghazali
Muhammad Sakuan Kasim
LECTURER
Suhaiza Ngah
Master of Management, University of South Australia, Australia
BBA (Hons.) Operation Management, Universiti Teknologi MARA
BRIEF ABOUT YOURSELF
Suhaiza is Lecturer at Foundation in Business Section, Universiti Kuala Lumpur Business School, holding a Master of Management from University of South Australia and BBA (Hons). Operations Management from UITM. Her research passion is grounded on Entrepreneurship, Technopreneurship, Innovation and Entrepreneurship Education. She has authored or co-authored and published in several journals, conference proceedings, and a book chapter.
RESEARCH AREAS
- Entrepreneurship, Technopreneurship and Innovation
- Entrepreneurship education
PROFESSIONAL CERTIFICATION
- Certified Professional Entrepreneurial Educator
- Certified INSKEN Business Facilitator
Phone:03 - 2685 4146 (EXT 146)
Email:suhaiza@unikl.edu.my
LECTURER
Nurain Jainal
Master of Education (TESL) Universiti Teknologi Mara (UiTM),
Bachelor of Education (TESL) Universiti Selangor (UNISEL)
BRIEF ABOUT YOURSELF
Experienced not only in Teaching English as Second Language but a certified trainer of Malaysian University English Test, Blended Learning and Nilam Programme organised by Kementerian Pendidikan Malaysia. Endeavour good presentation and English communication skills for effective learning.
RESEARCH AREAS
- Undergraduate Level – Academic Writing; Professional Writing
- Professional English 2 and Professional English 1
- Communication English 1
- Communication English 2
- Interpersonal Skills
- Competency English and Business Writing Skills
- Foundation Level – Thinking Skills and Foundation English 1 and 2
OTHER SKILLS AND EXPERTISE
- Name of programme: Publish and Become an Editor in an International Publication Date: 10 February 2023
- Name of programme: High Performance Culture Workshop
- Name of programme: Train the Trainer (TOT)
- Name of programme: Pedagogy 3 Workshop on Effective Teaching at UniKL MIIT, Kuala Lumpur
- Name of programme: Malaysian University English Test: Writing, Speaking, Reading and Listening Workshop
- Name of programme: Technical Writing Workshop
- Name of programme: Bengkel Komunikasi dan Penyampaian Efektif
- Name of programme: UniKL New Staff on Boarding Program
- Name of programme: 5S for Housekeeping
- Name of programme: Biro Tatanegara Jabatan Perdana Menteri
- Name of programme: Seminar Bijak Mengurus Wang (B.M.W)
- Name of programme: Ramadhan Pills
- Name of programme: Bond the Love
- Name of programme: The Telekung Project
- Name of Programme: Chillax with FIB
Phone:03-26854135
Email:nurain@unikl.edu.my
LECTURER
Nur Fadzrina Mohd Ghazali
Master of Science Statistic – University Sains Malaysia
Bachelor of Science (Hons) Computational Mathematic – University Teknologi Mara
Diploma in Quantitative Science – University Teknologi Mara
BRIEF ABOUT YOURSELF
People describe me as a determined, hard working, smart, talented, highly motivated, pleasant, personality, cheerful and active. Be able to work as a team player and able to work/co-operate with people, individuals or groups.
RESEARCH AREAS
- Mathematics – business mathematics, applied mathematics
- Statistics – business statistics, data envelopment analysis
OTHER SKILLS AND EXPERTISE
I am a Lecturer in the Foundation in Business programme at Universiti Kuala Lumpur (UniKL), specialising in Introduction to Business Mathematics and Introduction to Business Statistics. My expertise includes course leadership, assessment development, CLO–PLO alignment, and supporting student academic development at foundation level.
Phone:03-2685 4130 (EXT 130)