1

April 1992

International Medical College (IMC) was established

The International Medical College (IMC) was established in Kuala Lumpur by the then Minister of Education, YB Datuk Amar Dr Sulaiman Haji Daud. This was a pioneering effort involving a private medical training institution representing a totally new concept of international partnership for the twenty-first century. Initially, the college had five Partner Universities: • University of Aberdeen • Royal College of Surgeons, Ireland • University of Glasgow • University of Liverpool • University of Dundee

1

November 1992

Professor John S Beck Appointed Foundation Dean

Professor John S Beck from the University of Dundee was appointed the Foundation Dean of the IMC.

29

November 1993

Pioneer batch of Medical Students

The pioneer batch of 75 students were enrolled in the medical programme.

3

February 1996

First Convocation for Medical Students who would be Furthering their Studies to Partner Medical Schools Abroad

The first convocation for the college was held in Petaling Jaya, Selangor Darul Ehsan. The convocation was for medical students who would be furthering their studies to Partner Medical Schools abroad.

4

March 1996

Launch of a Twinned Pharmacy Programme with University of Strathclyde

A twinned pharmacy programme with University of Strathclyde, BSc (Hons) in Pharmacy, was launched.

31

May 1997

First Convocation for Pharmacy Students who would be Furthering their Studies to University of Strathclyde, Scotland

The first convocation held in Petaling Jaya, Selangor Darul Ehsan, for pharmacy students who would be furthering their studies to University of Strathclyde, Scotland.

20

April 1998

Invitation from the then Minister of Education to Become a University

IMC received an invitation from the then Minister of Education, YB Dato Seri Mohd Najib bin Tun Haji Abdul Razak, to become a university.

1

July 1998

Pioneer class of medical students and pharmacy students graduated from the Partner Universities and the Start of Master of Pharmacy (MPharm) programme being Offered as replacement of BSc (Hons) in Pharmacy

A Master of Pharmacy (MPharm) programme was offered to replace the BSc (Hons) in Pharmacy. The MPharm is a newly introduced tertiary qualification in the UK and replaces all BSc Pharmacy undergraduate courses as of October 1997. The MPharm is an undergraduate degree.   Pioneer class of medical students and pharmacy students graduated from the Partner Universities.

4

February 1999

IMC Granted University Status and Became IMU

College was granted university status and became the International Medical University (IMU) thus providing an additional option to students to read the whole medical degree in Malaysia towards the MBBS (IMU).

21

August 1999

First convocation as a university and Installation of First Chancellor

First convocation as a university, held at Sheraton Imperial Hotel, Kuala Lumpur. At this convocation, YABhg Tun Mohamed Zahir was formally installed as first Chancellor.

20

September 1999

First batch of 46 Medical Students for IMU Clinical School

IMU Clinical School receives its first batch of 46 medical students.

1

January 2000

New and Larger Campus at Bukit Jalil

The IMU moved to a new and larger campus in Bukit Jalil. The university occupies three floors of the building with a built-up space of about 205,000 sq ft.

4

February 2001

Official Launch of University Day

University Day was officially launched, to commemorate the day IMC became IMU.

1

March 2001

Appointment of Tan Sri Dato’ Dr Abu Bakar Suleiman President of IMU

Tan Sri Dato’ Dr Abu Bakar Suleiman was appointed President of the IMU.

21

March 2001

Opening Ceremony for the Medical Museum

The Medical Museum was opened by YBhg Datuk Dr Kamal Salih, Chairman of the Board of Governors in a ceremony held at the IMU campus in Bukit Jalil.

12

April 2001

Launch of 10th Anniversary Celebrations and Strategic Plan for The Next 10 Years

The 10th Anniversary Celebration commenced with a dinner at Hotel Nikko, Kuala Lumpur. At the same event, the Strategic Plan for the next 10 years was launched. This plan charts out the activities for the second decade of development and direction of IMU as an organisation.

22

May 2001

Launch of Medical Scholarships Amounting to RM 1 million

IMU launched Medical Scholarships amounting to RM 1 million. Four scholarships are offered annually, each costing RM250,000. These would be offered for the September intake of each year.

1

July 2001

Obtained Accreditation for its MBBS (IMU)

The IMU obtained accreditation for its MBBS (IMU) from the National Accreditation Board (LAN).

1

September 2001

Announcement of 2 IMU-University of Strathclyde Pharmacy Scholarships

IMU announces 2 IMU-University of Strathclyde Pharmacy Scholarships, each valued at more than RM100,000.

29

March 2002

Official Launch of IMU Clinical School in Batu Pahat

IMU Clinical School in Batu Pahat was officially launched.

8

June 2002

Pioneer Batch of Medical Graduates

The pioneer batch of 42 medical students graduated with MBBS (IMU) at Hotel Nikko, Kuala Lumpur.

12

October 2002

Launch of IMU Cares in conjunction with the first Charity Run

IMU Cares was launched in conjunction with the first Charity Run that was held in the Bukit Jalil campus.

29

November 2002

Launch of IMU’s Alumni Website

IMU’s Alumni website was launched. This date was chosen as it coincides with the first IMC Student Registration Day.

15

March 2003

Medical Education Colloquium at IMU

The Medical Education Colloquium organised by the IMU, was held at its campus in Bukit Jalil.

31

May 2003

Official Installation of YBhg Tan Sri Datuk Seri Chong Hon Nyan as Pro-Chancellor

YBhg Tan Sri Datuk Seri Chong Hon Nyan was officially installed as Pro-Chancellor of the University.

28

February 2004

Memorandum of Agreement was signed between IMU and Kobe University

A Memorandum of Agreement was signed between IMU and Kobe University. The signing of the agreement formalises a collaborative arrangement between the two institutions in areas relating to exchange of faculty members and research staff, joint research activities, support of lectures, research workshops and symposia, exchange of information and academic publications, and exchange of students.

7

March 2004

Official Launch of Hospital Port Dickson as IMU’s Teaching Hospital

Hospital Port Dickson was officially launched as IMU’s teaching hospital.

15

March 2004

Medical Education Colloquium at IMU

The Medical Education Colloquium organised by the IMU, was held at its campus in Bukit Jalil.

26

May 2004

MoU with Multimedia University to Establish a Centre for Advanced Medical Multimedia Research (CAMMR)

A Memorandum of Understanding was signed between IMU and Multimedia University to establish a Centre for Advanced Medical Multimedia Research (CAMMR). The main aim of this centre is to promote research in the fields of systems programming and multimedia as well as developing computer-aided teaching applications and learning materials in support of medical education.

21

July 2004

Pioneer Batch of IMU Bachelor of Pharmacy Students

The pioneer batch of 75 students were enrolled in the local 4-year Bachelor of Pharmacy programme (BPharm). An inaugural white coat & pledge-making ceremony was held on this day for these students.

1

March 2005

Achieved MS ISO 9001:2000 for Provision of Tertiary Education in Medicine, Pharmacy & Health Sciences

The IMU achieved MS ISO 9001:2000 for the provision of tertiary education in medicine, Pharmacy & health sciences.

20

August 2005

Official Installation as the Second Chancellor of the University

YBhg Tan Sri Datuk Amar Dr Sulaiman Haji Daud was officially installed as the second Chancellor of the University.

22

August 2005

Memorandum of Agreement with University of Strathclyde

A Memorandum of Agreement was signed between IMU and University of Strathclyde.

7

September 2005

Pioneer batch of Nursing Students

The pioneer batch of 9 students were enrolled in the local 4-year Bachelor of Nursing programme (BNur).

19

August 2006

Pioneer Batch of 2 Postgraduate Students Graduated with Master of Science (IMU)

The pioneer batch of 2 postgraduate students graduated with Master of Science (IMU) at Sheraton Subang Hotel & Towers, Selangor Darul Ehsan.

14

March 2007

Launch of Community & Social Responsibility Programme

The Community & Social Responsibility (CSR) Programme was launched by the President of the IMU on University Day.

19

April 2007

First International Medical Education Conference

The first International Medical Education Conference (IMEC-2007) was held at Crowne Plaza Mutiara Hotel, Kuala Lumpur. More than 300 participants represented by Malaysia, Singapore, Hong Kong, Thailand, Japan, UK, Iran, Uzbekistan, Australia, Laos, Pakistan and New Zealand attended this event.

20

April 2007

Official Launch of 15th Anniversary Celebrations

The 15th Anniversary Celebrations was officially launched at a dinner at Crown Plaza Mutiara Hotel, Kuala Lumpur.

1

January 2008

Appointment of IMU’s Second Pro-Chancellor

YBhg Dato’ Dr Lim Kee Jin was appointed as IMU’s second Pro-Chancellor.

25

February 2008

Pioneer Batch of Dentistry Students

The pioneer batch of 50 students was enrolled in the IMU dentistry programme.

15

April 2008

Memorandum of Agreement with Mawar Renal Medical Centre to Provide Quality Healthcare Services

A Memorandum of Agreement was signed between IMU and Mawar Renal Medical Centre to provide quality healthcare services to patients.

23

April 2008

Memorandum of Agreement with Tung Shin Hospital for Clinical Practice in Tung Shin Hospital for the Chinese Medicine Degree

A Memorandum of Agreement was signed between IMU and Tung Shin Hospital. This agreement was signed to enable IMU students to do their clinical practice in Tung Shin Hospital. This is for the Chinese Medicine degree course that will be offered in IMU in the future.

24

May 2008

Graduation of the Pioneer Batch of IMU Bachelor of Pharmacy (Hons) and PhD Students

The pioneer batch of Bachelor of Pharmacy (Hons) students graduated at Sheraton Subang Hotel & Towers, Selangor Darul Ehsan. The first student to graduate with a PhD from IMU also received her degree at the same convocation.

14

July 2008

Pioneer Batch of IMU Nutrition and Dietetics, Psychology, Medical Biotechnology, Biomedical Science and Pharmaceutical Chemistry Students

The pioneer batch of students enrolled for the IMU Nutrition and Dietetics, Psychology, Medical Biotechnology, Biomedical Science and Pharmaceutical Chemistry programmes.

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July 2008

Memoranda of Understanding with BP Healthcare Group for Pathology Services and Industrial Training

Two Memoranda of Understanding was signed with BP Healthcare Group for pathology services and industrial training.

2

September 2008

MoU with RMIT University, Australia to Develop Courses of Study in Traditional Chinese Medicine and Chiropractic Programmes

A Memorandum of Understanding was signed between IMU and RMIT University, Australia to develop courses of study in Traditional Chinese Medicine and Chiropractic programmes.

9

January 2009

Signing of An Agreement with SRAS as An Industrial Linkage Partner

Signing of an agreement with SRAS (or Satellite Reconnaissance Arresting Sickness) Berhad as an industrial linkage partner.

6

April 2009

Pioneer Batch of Nursing Science Students

The pioneer batch of students was enrolled in the IMU Nursing Science programme.

7

July 2009

Students’ Dialogue Session with YABhg Tun Dr Mahathir Mohamad

Students’ dialogue session with former Malaysian Prime Minister, YABhg Tun Dr Mahathir Mohamad.

24

July 2009

Signing Ceremony with the University of Newcastle for Articulation of Psychology Programme

Signing Ceremony between IMU and the University of Newcastle for the articulation of psychology programme.

5

October 2009

10th Anniversary Celebrations for IMU MBBS

IMU MBBS 10th Anniversary Celebrations.

10

October 2009

10th Anniversary MBBS (IMU) and the Clinical School Dinner

10th Anniversary MBBS (IMU) and the Clinical School Dinner at Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre.

22

February 2010

Pioneer Batch of Chiropractic Students

The pioneer batch of 30 students was enrolled in the IMU Chiropractic programme.

2

March 2010

Launch of Hospital Tuanku Ampuan Najihah, Kuala Pilah as a Teaching Hospital

Launching of Hospital Tuanku Ampuan Najihah, Kuala Pilah as a Teaching Hospital of IMU.

1

April 2010

MoU with GCH Retail (Malaysia) Sdn Bhd

Signing of a Memorandum of Understanding with GCH Retail (Malaysia) Sdn Bhd [Guardian Pharmacy]. Under the Memorandum of Understanding, IMU’s pharmacy students will be able to gain industrial experience and work environment exposure through internship placements, attachments or study-visits as well as employment opportunities at Guardian.

12

April 2010

MoU with Swiftlet Eco Park Berhad and Gleneagles Hospital

A Memorandum of Understanding was signed with Swiftlet Eco Park Berhad and Gleneagles Hospital to promote academic and research interactions on bird’s nest extract and other areas of mutual interest.

7

June 2010

MoU with Pantai Premier Pathology (PPP) Sdn Bhd

Signing of Memorandum of Understanding with Pantai Premier Pathology (PPP) Sdn Bhd for student attachments and provision of Continuous Education Programmes.

14

June 2010

MoU with Shofu, Inc as an Industry Partner for the Dental Programme

Signing of an agreement with Shofu, Inc as an industry partner for the Dental programme.

24

June 2010

Agreement with Ministry of Health (MOH) for The Use of Its Facilities in the Teaching and Training of IMU’s Dietetics and Biomedical Science Students

An agreement was signed with the Ministry of Health (MOH) for the use of MOH’s facilities for the teaching and training of IMU’s students for the Bachelor of Science (Hons) Nutrition and Dietetics and Bachelor of Science (Hons) Biomedical Science.

2

August 2010

MOU with Besta Corporation Sdn Bhd. as An Industry Partner for the Nutrition and Dietetics Programme

Signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Besta Corporation Sdn Bhd. as an industry partner for the Nutrition and Dietetics programme.

18

September 2010

MOU with Eu Yan Sang International Ltd (EYS) as an Industry Partner

A Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) was signed with Eu Yan Sang International Ltd (EYS) as an industry partner.

13

October 2010

Signing of an agreement with KBU International College

Signing of an agreement with KBU International College for the Foundation in Health Sciences programme .

9

November 2010

Agreement Signed with NKF

An agreement was signed with a new Industry Partner, National Kidney Foundation of Malaysia (NKF) on students placement, community activities, sharing of community and academic knowledge and use of facilities.

4

December 2010

Official Launch of Chinese Medicine and Chiropractic Seminar and Workshop and IMU Healthcare Centres and Clinics

Official Launch of Chinese Medicine and Chiropractic Seminar and Workshop and IMU Healthcare Centres and Clinics by Malaysian Minister of Health, YB Dato’ Sri Liow Tiong Lai.

7

January 2011

MoU with SIRIM Berhad for Internship Placements and/or Study Visits

Signing of Memorandum of Understanding with SIRIM Berhad to collaborate in providing IMU students with industry experience and work environment exposure through internship placements and/or study visits.

27

January 2011

Officially Launch of 5-year Strategic Plan, IMU ASPIRE

A 5-year strategic plan, IMU ASPIRE, was officially launched.

21

February 2011

Pioneer Batch of Chinese Medicine Students

Pioneer batch of 13 students enrolled into the IMU Chinese Medicine programme.

8

March 2011

MoU with NIOSH

Signing of Memorandum of Understanding with National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH). The partnership will include joint projects in promoting and developing materials in higher education programmes, and working in joint research towards publications in the area of occupational safety and health.

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May 2011

First Bachelor of Nursing Science (Hons) Graduate

First student to graduate with a Bachelor of Nursing Science (Hons)

5

September 2011

Pioneer Batch of MSc in Public Health Students

The pioneer batch of students was enrolled in the IMU Master of Science (Public Health) programme. This is the first ever postgraduate taught programme in Public Health offered by a private university in Malaysia.

5

December 2011

MoU with Sodexo Malaysia Sdn Bhd

Signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Sodexo Malaysia Sdn Bhd, a global leading service provider of on-site service solutions, motivation solutions, personal and home solutions in the areas of student attachment, continuous professional development activities and research.

2

March 2012

Official Launch of 20th Anniversary Celebrations

The 20th Anniversary Celebrations was officially launched on University Day. The theme for the 20th Anniversary Celebrations is ‘Celebrating 20 years of Excellence and Innovation in Education’.

9

March 2012

Ottawa Conference at KL Convention Centre, co-hosted by IMU and AMEE

15th Ottawa Conference held in Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre, co-hosted by IMU and AMEE. The first ever in Asia attended by approximately 1,200 medical educationists from around the world.

18

September 2012

Official Launch of IRDI

The Institute of Research, Development and Innovation (IRDI) was officially launched at IMU on 18 September 2012 in a ceremony officiated by the University’s Chancellor, YBhg Dato’ Seri Dr T Devaraj. This is an important milestone for the university as the establishment of IRDI reflects the university’s commitment to invest strategically in the areas of research excellence. The new institute, based at the university, will also ensure sustainability and advancement in research by realigning the research direction of the university.

22

February 2013

University Day and Health Awareness Day

University Day and Health Awareness Day

26

April 2013

Won First Place in the MacJannet Prize for Global Citizenship

IMU Cares Programme at the University, in which the university has adopted the village of Kampung Tekir won First Place in the MacJannet Prize for Global Citizenship.

1

May 2013

Started Clinical School in Kluang

IMU started a Clinical School in Kluang.

8

June 2013

First Cohort of MSc in Public Health and Bachelor of Dental Surgery Graduates

IMU Graduates First Cohort of MSc in Public Health and Bachelor of Dental Surgery at its Graduation Ceremony.

25

August 2013

IMU’s School of Medicine conferred the AMEE ASPIRE to Excellence Award

IMU’s School of Medicine conferred the AMEE ASPIRE to Excellence Award in the area of “Student Engagement”.

21

September 2013

More Than RM 150,000 Was Raised for Charity

More than RM 150,000 was raised at the IMU Chariofare, a Charity Carnival and Charity Run with all the proceeds going to charity.

30

September 2013

First Intake of Nutrition Students

The first intake of students for the Nutrition degree programme.

13

October 2013

Health Awareness Project in Batu Pahat

Health Awareness Project in Batu Pahat.

24

October 2013

Accreditation of Chiropractic Programme by CCEA

IMU’s Chiropractic programme accredited by the Council on Chiropractic Education, Australasia Inc.(CCEA).

1

January 2014

Appointment of Fourth Chancellor and Pro-Chancellor

The appointments of YBhg Dato’ Dr Amir Abbas as the University’s fourth Chancellor, and YBhg Dato’ Dr Gan Ee Kiang as its Pro-Chancellor.

6

January 2014

Pioneer Cohort of Foundation in Science Students

We welcomed more than 50 students – the pioneer cohort – into the Foundation in Science Programme This is the first pre-university programme to be offered at IMU.

26

February 2014

Received the Certificate of Accreditation from the Royal Society of Chemistry

We received the certificate of accreditation for our Pharmaceutical Chemistry Programme from the Royal Society of Chemistry at a ceremony at the Bukit Jalil campus.

23

May 2014

Research Laboratory Received Accreditation

The Research Laboratory received accreditation, under the International Standard ISO/IEC 17025:2005, for 3 years.

14

June 2014

Installation of Chancellor and Pro-Chancellor & First Cohort of Chiropractic graduates

The new Chancellor and Pro-Chancellor were officially installed, in at Convocation. The Convocation also saw the graduation of our first cohort from the Chiropractic Programme.

6

September 2014

First Cohort of MSc in Analytical and Pharmaceutical Chemistry graduates

The second Convocation of the year, we celebrated the graduation of the first cohort to undertake the Masters programme in Analytical and Pharmaceutical Chemistry.

20

September 2014

RM 171,764 Raised at the Annual Charity Carnival & Run

We raised RM 171,764 at the annual Charity Carnival & Run. This year all the proceeds were donated to four beneficiaries: Pertubuhan Hospice Negeri Sembilan, Pusat Penjagaan Kanak-Kanak Cacat Taman Megah, Dignity for Children Foundation, and the IMU Cares Disaster Fund.

7

May 2015

Additional Credit Transfer Option for IMU’s Pharmacy Students

IMU signs MoU with University of Tasmania to provide an additional credit transfer option for IMU’s pharmacy students.

8

May 2015

MoU with Novartis Malaysia

IMU signs MoU with Novartis Malaysia for the sharing of industry and academic knowledge and use of facilities, collaboration on research and development activities as well as collaboration in community projects.

16

May 2015

MoU with University of Strathclyde

A Memorandum of Understanding was signed with University of Strathclyde to promote students and staff mobility as well as provide opportunities for collaboration on research and development activities.

15

July 2015

10th Anniversary BPharm Dinner

10th Anniversary BPharm Dinner at Hotel Istana.

17

August 2015

MoU with IndiPharm (Malaysia) to Reaffirm the Commitment to Provide Good Quality and Customised Research Training Programmes to Clinical Staff Engaged in the Conduct of Clinical Trials

A Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) was signed between IMU and IndiPharm (Malaysia) to reaffirm the commitment of IMU and IndiPharm (Malaysia) to provide good quality and customised research training programmes to clinical staff engaged in the conduct of clinical trials.

6

September 2015

Launching of IMU Community Centre at Plaza Salak Park

IMU continues its support to the community by launching its IMU Community Centre at Plaza Salak Park with the primary purpose of supporting the surrounding community with affordable quality healthcare services.

19

September 2015

More than RM 170,000 Raised for Charity to Provide Support to Our Beneficiaries

IMU Chariofare 2015 breaks record with more than RM 170, 000 raised for charity, providing support to four beneficiaries: Penang Hospice Society, Ti-Ratana Welfare Society, Rumah Victory and IMU Cares Disaster Fund.

24

October 2015

MoU with Hiroshima University (HU) for Collaboration in Research, Staff and Student Mobility

Hiroshima University (HU) signed an MoU with IMU at the Ana Crowne Plaza Hotel in Hiroshima, Japan for collaboration in research, staff and student mobility between the two universities.

24

November 2015

Collaborative Community Project in Myanmar

IMU Cares: A Myanmar – IMU Collaborative Community Project 2015

30

November 2015

IMU School of Medicine Dean is Panel Member of Roundtable Discussion at Women’s Health Summit

IMU’s Dean, School of Medicine is Panel Member of Roundtable Discussion at Women’s Health Summit.

2

December 2015

IMU Pharmacy Students won the Best Poster Presentations at Conference

IMU Pharmacy Students won the Best Poster Presentations at MPS Pharmacy Scientific Conference 2015.

16

December 2015

Official Handover to the new Vice-Chancellor (CEO) of IMU Education, Prof Abdul Aziz Baba

Handover ceremony with IMU President, Tan Sri Dato’ Dr Abu Bakar Suleiman officially handing over the “baton” to the new Vice-Chancellor (CEO) of IMU Education, Prof Abdul Aziz Baba.

1

January 2016

Prof Abdul Aziz Baba officially takes office as Vice-Chancellor (CEO) of IMU Education

Prof Abdul Aziz Baba officially takes office as Vice-Chancellor (CEO) of IMU Education. Prof Aziz takes over from Tan Sri Dato’ Dr Abu Bakar Suleiman whose term as Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of IMU Education ends on 31 December 2015. Tan Sri Dato’ Dr Abu Bakar will remain as the President of IMU Health Sdn Bhd, the parent company overseeing IMU Education, IMC Education and IMU Healthcare.

4

May 2016

Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Nestlé (Malaysia) Berhad

A Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) was signed between IMU and Nestlé (Malaysia) Berhad to seal the mutually-beneficial collaboration.

16

May 2016

Collaboration with Pantai Hospital Kuala Lumpur to Provide Financial Support for Sight-saving Eye Surgery to Needy Patients

IMU Cares has a new initiative to collaborate with Pantai Hospital Kuala Lumpur in providing financial support for sight-saving eye surgery to needy patients in its bid to eliminate blindness. Financial aid from IMU Cares and Khazanah IHH Healthcare Fund (KIHF) will enable these needy patients to receive the much-needed cataract surgery at Pantai Hospital Kuala Lumpur’s Eye Centre.

29

July 2016

MoU with UNHCR

A Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) signed by IMU  and United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) whereby IMU through its community outreach programme, ‘IMU Cares’, will implement various projects to educate and empower young refugees to improve their health and well-being, as well as adopt positive behavioural changes towards better health.

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September 2016

Anugerah Majikan Terbaik 2016″ (Best Employer Award 2016) by KWSP (Employees Provident Fund) Wilayah Persekutuan

IMU Education Sdn Bhd has been awarded the “Anugerah Majikan Terbaik 2016″ (Best Employer Award 2016) by KWSP (Employees Provident Fund) Wilayah Persekutuan. We are one of the few companies selected among the thousands of companies in Wilayah Persekutuan to achieve this recognition.

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October 2016

First Cohort of the Postgraduate Diploma in Implant Dentistry Students

We welcomed the first cohort of the Postgraduate Diploma in Implant Dentistry Programme.

22

October 2016

First Cohort of Bachelor of Science (Hons) Nutrition Graduates

IMU graduates its first cohort of Bachelor of Science (Hons) Nutrition students.

9

January 2017

Pioneer Cohort of Master of Pharmacy Practice Students

We welcomed the pioneer cohort of students into the Master of Pharmacy Practice programme.

10

March 2017

Start of 25th Anniversary Celebrations with the theme “Better Health, Better Society

The University officially kickstarted their 25th Anniversary Celebrations at their University Day, an event held annually to commemorate its university status conferred in 1999. The overarching theme for this anniversary celebrations is “Better Health, Better Society”.

20

March 2017

Gained “Self-accreditation status”

IMU holds “Self-accreditation status” following the announcement made by Malaysian Qualification Agency (MQA). IMU is one of the eight (8) universities that received the coveted award. The self-accreditation status entitles a higher education provider (HEP) to accredit its programmes except for programmes that require accreditation and recognition of the relevant professional body.

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May 2017

Launch of Wellness Programme

IMU launched its Wellness programme on 11 May 2017 to promote overall wellness amongst the staff and students of IMU. This was launched by Deputy Minister of Health Malaysia, His Honourable Dato’ Seri Dr Hilmi Bin Haji Yahaya. He also presented the university with the “Kafeteria Sihat” (Healthy Cafeteria) and “MyBeSS” awards for its Pandan Serai Café. IMU is the first university in Malaysia to receive such awards by the Ministry of Health (MOH) Malaysia.

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August 2017

MoU with Becker Professional Education to Qualify Medical Graduates for a Residency Position and Potentially Practice Professionally and Legally in the USA

IMU officially signed a memorandum of agreement (MOA) with Becker Professional Education (Becker) today, making it the first to offer this fundamental key to qualify medical graduates for a residency position and potentially practice professionally and legally in the USA.

10

October 2017

First Runner-up for the MyBess National Awards 2017

IMU is the first runner – up for the MyBess National Awards 2017 in Category C – Individual Outlets / Institution, Shopping Complex or Hypermarket.

13

November 2017

Won Two Awards under the “Malaysia’s Healthiest Workplace” Programme by AIA Vitality

IMU won the “Healthiest Employees” and “Healthiest Workplace” for medium sized organisation category in recognition of its healthy workplace programmes, and contribution to workplace health. The two awards are under the “Malaysia’s Healthiest Workplace” programme by AIA Vitality.

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November 2017

Awarded 6 stars (Outstanding Category) Rating in the SETARA 2017

IMU was awarded 6 stars (Outstanding Category) rating in the SETARA 2017 under the Mature University Category. This University is  the only private Malaysian University in this category.

14

December 2017

‘Ground Breaking’ Ceremony to Commence Work on First Hospital

IMU Healthcare (IMUH) based at Bukit Jalil, will commence work on its first hospital after a ‘ground breaking’ ceremony officiated by the Minister of Health Malaysia YB Datuk Seri Dr S. Subramaniam. Built on the land adjacent to the University and is targeted to be operational in 2021, the Hospital will enhance the existing healthcare services to the community with new patient-centric inpatient and surgical facilities.

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March 2018

Quality Management System Certified by Lloyd’s Register Quality Assurance with MS ISO 9001:2015 standards

IMU’s Quality Management System has been certified by Lloyd’s Register Quality Assurance (LRQA) with MS ISO 9001:2015 standards in the provision of Pre-University, Undergraduate, Postgraduate Programmes for the Medical and Healthcare Professions

20

April 2018

First University in the Region to Win the Bronze Award at the World Renowned Global CSR Summit & Awards™

The first university in the region to win the Bronze Award at the World Renowned Global CSR Summit & Awards™ for its IMU Cares programme.

8

June 2018

BSc (Hons) Dietetics with Nutrition Awarded with the International Accreditation for Education Programs for Dietitian-Nutritionists

First university in the world to be awarded with the International Accreditation for Education Programs for Dietitian-Nutritionists by the International Confederation of Dietetics Association (ICDA) for its BSc (Hons) Dietetics with Nutrition programme.

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June 2018

Installation of Chancellor and Pro-Chancellor & First Cohort of Postgraduate Diploma in Implant Dentistry and Postgraduate Certificate in Health Professions Education Graduates

IMU graduates its first cohort of Postgraduate Diploma in Implant Dentistry students and its first cohort of Postgraduate Certificate in Health Professions Education students. At the same event, the new Chancellor of IMU, YBhg Dato’ Dr Gan Ee Kiang, was officially installed in his new role. Also officially installed as IMU’s new Pro-Chancellor is YBhg Tan Sri Dato’ Dr Yahya bin Awang

26

July 2018

MoU with National Institutes of Health (NIH) to Collaborate and Exchange Industry Knowledge

The National Institutes of Health (NIH) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with IMU which will see both parties collaborating and exchanging industry knowledge to further elevate the areas of medical education and health research in the country.

20

September 2018

MoU with NUI Galway for Admission of Its Foundation in Science to a Relevant Degree or Qualification

Signing of a historical Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with The National University of Ireland Galway (NUI Galway) giving IMU’s Foundation in Science (FiS) students who have successfully completed their programme in IMU to be admitted as students in NUI Galway to a relevant degree or qualification by the Irish institution.

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September 2018

Pioneer cohort of Master of Science in Acupuncture Students

We welcomed the pioneer cohort of students into the Master of Science in Acupuncture programme.

8

October 2018

Pembinaan Mitrajaya Sdn Bhd Named as the Contractor in Charge of the Building Construction of IMU Hospital’s Phase 1 Block

IMU Healthcare names Pembinaan Mitrajaya Sdn Bhd, a wholly owned subsidiary of Mitrajaya Holdings Bhd as the contractor in charge of the building construction of IMU Hospital’s Phase 1 block. The hospital will be built on the land adjacent to the International Medical University (IMU) and work is expected to commence by 15 October 2018.

3

November 2018

First Cohort from Master of Pharmacy Practice Graduates

The first cohort from Master of Pharmacy Practice graduated at the University’s 46th Convocation Ceremony.

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February 2019

MoU with Ministry of Health (MOH) Malaysia to Develop an Interactive Online Training Module on Patient Safety

The signing of a Memorandum of Understanding with Ministry of Health (MOH) Malaysia to collaborate in developing an interactive online training module on patient safety complete with self-assessment tools for junior healthcare professionals and medical students prior to their housemanship training.  The signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Ministry of Health Malaysia (MOH) marking the first private led partnership in the adoption of the MOH’s Komuniti Sihat Pembina Negara (KOSPEN) programme.

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March 2019

Pioneer Cohort of MBA in Healthcare Management and Postgraduate Diploma in Diabetes Management and Education Students

We welcomed the pioneer cohort of students into the MBA in Healthcare Management and Postgraduate Diploma in Diabetes Management and Education programmes.

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April 2019

Official Opening of IMU Advanced Microbiology Collaborative Research Laboratory

IMU officially opened its IMU Advanced Microbiology Collaborative Research Laboratory (AMCRL), a research facility to promote stronger research collaboration and technology transfer between Malaysia and international partners.

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June 2019

Successfully accredited to conduct the Food Handlers Training Programme

IMU has been successfully accredited to conduct the Food Handlers Training Programme (Kursus Latihan Pengendali Makanan, LPM) by the Ministry of Health, Malaysia.

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June 2019

Co-founder Dr Mei Ling Young conferred with the Honorary Doctor of Medical Education

IMU’s co-founder Dr Mei Ling Young was conferred with the Honorary Doctor of Medical Education at the University’s convocation.

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July 2019

MoU with MERCY Malaysia on Provide Medical Relief, Sustainable Health-related Development and Risk Reduction Activities for Vulnerable Communities

Signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with MERCY Malaysia, an international non-profit organisation focusing on providing medical relief, sustainable health-related development and risk reduction activities for vulnerable communities, in both crisis and non-crisis situation.

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July 2019

MoU with SEAMEO RECFON to Collaborate in Health and Medical Research

A Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) was signed with the Southeast Asian Ministers of Education Organization Regional Centre for Food and Nutrition (SEAMEO RECFON) to collaborate in health and medical research on nutrition and food safety training in Southeast Asia.

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September 2019

Collaboration with Fusionex, to Integrate Big Data Analytics and Artificial Intelligence into IMU’s programmes

IMU collaborates with multi-award-winning data technology provider, Fusionex, to integrate Big Data Analytics (BDA) and Artificial Intelligence (AI) in IMU’s medical and health sciences programmes.

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November 2019

First Cohort of Postgraduate Certificate of Business Administration in Healthcare Management Students

IMU graduates its first cohort of Postgraduate Certificate of Business Administration in Healthcare Management.

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November 2019

Two Awards under the “2019 Malaysia’s Healthiest Workplace” by AIA Vitality

IMU once again won two (2) awards under the “2019 Malaysia’s Healthiest Workplace” by AIA Vitality. The awards received were the “Healthiest Workplace” and “Healthiest Employer” for medium sized organisation category.

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March 2020

Diagnostic Testing for COVID-19

IMU begins diagnostic testing for COVID-19. IMU was invited by the Malaysian Ministry of Health to perform this service under an initiative to recruit diagnostic laboratories to help the Government cope with the rising number of COVID-19 cases.

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August 2020

MoU with the Malaysian Institute of Road Safety Research (MIROS), InciSioN Malaysia and DriveMark

IMU signs a Memorandum of Understanding with the Malaysian Institute of Road Safety Research (MIROS), InciSioN Malaysia and DriveMark to formalise a collective effort to promote a Nationwide Road Safety Campaign.

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September 2020

Pioneer Cohort of the Master of Counselling Students

IMU virtually welcomes the pioneer cohort of students into the Master of Counselling programme.

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October 2020

Rated a Five-star Institution by Quacquarelli Symonds’ QS Stars

Following a three-month audit, IMU is rated a five-star institution by Quacquarelli Symonds’ QS Stars, the world’s leading provider of services, analytics, and insight to the global higher education sector.

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December 2020

Awarded the SETARA 2018/19 Six-star Rating for the Second Consecutive Term

IMU is awarded the SETARA 2018/19 six-star rating for the second consecutive term under the Mature University category. IMU is the only local private university among the Top 8 Universities that received this recognition by the Ministry of Higher Education.

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April 2021

Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) with the University of Nottingham together with REM Corporations Sdn Bhd

A Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) was inked with the University of Nottingham together with REM Corporations Sdn Bhd at the IMU Bukit Jalil campus to discover and develop therapeutics from underexplored medicinal plants. There is definitely an increasingly powerful case for revisiting natural products for drug discovery.

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April 2021

Memorandum of Understanding with SELGATE Healthcare

A memorandum of understanding (MoU) was signed with Selgate Healthcare Sdn Bhd (SELGATE Healthcare) to cater to the supply and demand of skilled and professional manpower in the areas of medicine, dentistry, pharmacy, and nursing, among others.

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April 2021

Pioneer Cohort of Postgraduate Diploma In Endodontics Students

IMU virtually welcomes the pioneer cohort of students into the Postgraduate Diploma In Endodontics programme.

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June 2021

Pioneer Cohort of Postgraduate Diploma In Prosthodontics Students

IMU virtually welcomes the pioneer cohort of students into the Postgraduate Diploma In Prosthodontics programme.

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September 2021

Pioneer Cohort of Master in Health Informatics and Analytics Students

IMU virtually welcomes the pioneer cohort of students into the Master in Health Informatics and Analytics programme.

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December 2021

Installation of Chancellor and Pro-Chancellor & First time Conferment of 4 Postgraduate Degrees

This Convocation Ceremony saw the installation of the IMU’s seventh Chancellor,  YBhg Tan Sri Dato’ Dr Yahya Awang and sixth Pro-Chancellor,YBhg Datin Paduka Setia Dato’ Dr Aini Ideris. At this convocation, IMU graduates its first cohort of Master in Health Professions Education, Master of Business Administration in Healthcare Management, Postgraduate Diploma of Business Administration in Healthcare Management and Postgraduate Diploma in Diabetes Management and Education.

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January 2022

Partnership to Implement Dengue Model Forecasting Satellite-based System

The Ministry of Health Malaysia (MoH) will implement a data-driven prediction system, Dengue Model forecasting Satellite-based System (D-MOSS), developed over the last two years by a consortium headed up by HR Wallingford in partnership with the International Medical University and the Institute for Medical Research under the Malaysian Ministry of Health.

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June 2022

First time Conferment of 4 Postgraduate Degrees

This convocation is the very first time where IMU conferred degrees from Master of Science Acupuncture, Postgraduate Diploma for Endodontics, Postgraduate Diploma for Prosthodontics, and Postgraduate Certificate in Health Informatics and Analytics.

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August 2022

Awarded the Coveted AMEE Aspire Certificate of Merit in Faculty Development

IMU Centre of Education (ICE) awarded the coveted AMEE Aspire Certificate of Merit in Faculty Development. IMU was the only Asian institution to be recognised for this category.

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September 2022

Pioneer Cohort of Bachelor of Digital Health Students

IMU welcomes its pioneer cohort of students into the Bachelor of Digital Health programme.

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September 2022

First Ever Alumni Conference

IMU held its first ever Alumni Conference, complementing the Alumni Homecoming Dinner 2022. The conference was a collaboration between the Alumni Association and Alumni Relations Office, which provided IMU Alumni and students a platform to come together and exchange ideas.

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October 2022

IMU’s Pandan Serai café was the Champion for the “Safe and Healthier Cafeteria Award 2022”

IMU’s Pandan Serai café won the Champion Prize for the “Safe and Healthier Cafeteria Award 2022” by the Ministry of Health for its second consecutive term. The competition category was for cafeterias in a building complex within the Federal Territories of Kuala Lumpur and Putrajaya.

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October 2022

IMU Pandan Serai Cafe was the 1st Runners Up at the National Level Healthier Cafeteria Competition 2022.

IMU Pandan Serai Cafe, BJ Campus was the 1st Runners Up at the National Level Healthier Cafeteria Competition 2022.

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November 2022

First time Conferment of IMU Master of Health Informatics and Analytics

This convocation is the very first time where IMU conferred degrees from Master of Health Informatics and Analytics.

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February 2023

Pioneer Cohort of Bachelor of Nursing (Hons) ODL Students

IMU welcomes its pioneer cohort of students into Bachelor of Nursing (Hons) programme offered in ODL mode.

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June 2023

IMU Honors Senior Advisor and Graduates First Cohort of Master of Counselling Students at Convocation Ceremony

During the convocation ceremony held on 24 June 2023, the IMU celebrated the achievements of its Senior Advisor, Tan Sri Dato’ Dr Abu Bakar Suleiman, who was awarded an Honorary Doctor of Medicine for his significant contributions in the areas of medicine and education. Additionally, the event marked the graduation of the first cohort of Master of Counselling students at IMU.

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July 2023

Launch of the Graduate Training Programme (GTP)

The IMU introduced its groundbreaking Graduate Training Programme (GTP), designed to enhance student career prospects. Developed in collaboration with industry partners, the GTP immerses students in the real world, offering deep insights into sectors, companies and diverse career opportunities. Through early engagement, mentorship and hands-on research experiences, the programme fosters exploration and empowers students to shape their future from Year 1 onwards.

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July 2023

Launch of the SeDia Cohort, a Major Study on Diabetes

The Seremban Diabetes (SeDia) Cohort Study was officially launched by His Royal Highness Tuanku Muhriz Ibni Almarhum Tuanku Munawir, the Yang Di-Pertuan Besar of Negeri Sembilan. The SeDia Cohort Study aims to uncover the reasons behind the rise of diabetes in Malaysia and find solutions to the problem.

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September 2023

The IMU is Awarded the Highest Accolade by the Malaysian Ministry of Higher Education

The IMU was placed under the Competitive (Berdaya Saing) category under SETARA 2022 for the third consecutive year.

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September 2023

Pioneer Cohort of Master of Clinical Psychology Students

IMU welcomes its pioneer cohort of students into the Master of Clinical Psychology programme.

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December 2023

The IMU is reawarded the prestigious Five-Star QS Star Rating

This global recognition of excellence in education and research reflects the IMU’s commitment to providing a top-notch learning environment and contributing to knowledge advancement. It also strengthens our position as a leading institution in medical and health sciences.

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March 2024

IMU is Now Known as IMU University

In conjunction with the International Medical University (IMU)’s University Day celebration, we launched our new Logo and institution name as we expand our offerings from medical and health sciences programmes to include programmes in business, communications and technology. We are now known as IMU University.

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August 2024

IMU Appoints New Vice-Chancellor and Chief Executive Officer

IMU University welcomes newly-appointed Vice-Chancellor and Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Academician Prof Emerita Datuk Dr Asma binti Ismail, FASc. who brings a wealth of experience from notable institutions and distinguished roles in education, science and healthcare.

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August 2024

8th Chancellor Installation

IMU University proudly announces the installation of YBhg Tan Sri Dato’ Dr Abu Bakar Suleiman as its 8th Chancellor, marking a significant milestone in the University’s history and reaffirming its commitment to excellence in healthcare education.

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September 2024

Pioneer Cohort in Foundation in Arts

IMU’s Centre for Pre-University Studies enrolls its pioneer cohort in Foundation in Arts.

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September 2024

Pioneer Cohort for Bachelor of Business Administration with Healthcare Management (Honours)

IMU welcomes its inaugural cohort into the Bachelor of Business Administration with Healthcare Management (Honours) programme.

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October 2024

Pioneer Cohort for Bachelor of Science in Bioveterinary Science (Honours)

IMU welcomes its pioneer cohort into the Bachelor of Science in Bioveterinary Science (Honours) programme.

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November 2024

Unveiling of IMU University’s Innovation Hub

IMU University proudly unveiled its Innovation Hub, marking a major step forward in healthcare innovation, research, and industry collaboration. The IMU Innovation Hub was officially launched by YBhg Datuk Professor Dr Azlinda bt Azman, Director General of Higher Education, Ministry of Higher Education.