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Postgraduate Diploma in Diabetes Management and Education
KPT/JPT(R/726/7/0030)01/2028 | MQA/SWA9086
KPT/JPT(N-DL/0915/7/0004)11/2027 | MQA/PSA16046
Commencement
Mar & Jul
Degree/Duration
Postgraduate Diploma in Diabetes Management and Education (IMU):
1 – 3 years (Full-time – conventional and ODL)
2 – 5 years (Part-time – conventional)
2 – 4 years (Part-time – ODL)
Optimise Healthcare Delivery
The Diabetes Management and Education programme offers specialised training at the postgraduate diploma level. IMU stands as the sole institute in Malaysia providing comprehensive courses dedicated to diabetes care and management, ranking among the highest qualifications of its kind in Southeast Asia. Our curriculum is inclusive, innovative, and adaptable, catering to the needs of working healthcare professionals eager to enhance diabetes care practices. Engage in a dynamic, multidisciplinary curriculum centred around patient care to equip professionals with the holistic principles and skills essential for delivering high-quality diabetes care. Benefit from personalised guidance and supervision from IMU’s esteemed specialists, renowned for their expertise and experience in the field.
What is ODL?
Open and distance learning provides working professionals an alternative to conventional programmes at universities, giving them the opportunity to earn a university degree without interrupting their career. As Malaysia’s first and most established private medical and health sciences university with 30 years of dedicated focus in healthcare education, IMU offers a few postgraduate programmes via this learning mode with students having the opportunity to benefit from all the teaching and support that the University has to offer.
Benefits of ODL
Designed especially for students with employment, family or other commitments, this mode of learning provides flexibility and convenience for the student to schedule their studies around these obligations and around their lifestyle – allowing a student to plan and pace their own learning at a time and learning environment that is most suitable for the student. It also saves students from spending time travelling to the university, the costs of travelling to the university and the costs of staying near the university.
Teaching Methods
Teaching methods include a series of annotated lectures supplemented by videos. For each subject taken, students will be part of a student online community. Students will also be assigned a mentor who will be available to answer any questions and provide feedback on their progress.
Students will be assessed fully online via the in-course assessment assignments and end of module assessment assignment so they don’t need to be at the University to sit for your exams. They will the receive their grades and feedback online.
In order to do this, students will be required to have a desktop/laptop, internet connection, a headset and webcam to participate in online tutorials and other group activities, access to standard office software – such as Microsoft Word and Excel, plus any standard browser, such as Chrome, Edge or Firefox and Skype for certain online sessions.
Your Commitment
Time will be an ODL student’s most important commitment – understanding, working through and reflecting on all teaching materials. The hours spent per week on their studies for the duration of the programme depends on module taken.
Support from University
ODL students are fully registered student of the University with all of the support and services available to them, the same as the on-campus students. Technical support will also be provided if students have difficulty in accessing the e-learning platform.
Why Study Diabetes Management and Education at IMU?
01
Among the Highest Qualifications for Diabetes Management and Education in Southeast Asia
02
Innovative Curriculum for Career Advancement
03
Flexible Blended Learning Model
04
Inclusive Curriculum for Multidisciplinary Learning
05
Taught by Renowned Faculty in Diabetes
Entry Requirements
Academic Requirements
Registered Nurse / Assistant Medical Officer / Dietitian / Pharmacist / Physiotherapist / Clinical Psychologist / Podiatrist / Medical Practitioner with a Bachelor’s Degree in related discipline and a minimum CGPA of 2.50
AND
Registered (if appropriate) with Nursing / Assistant Medical Officer / Pharmacy / Medical Practitioner Board of Malaysia or country of origin or its equivalent
English Requirements
For International Students
- IELTS : Band score 5.0; or
- TOEFL (iBT) : Overall score of 42; or
- Cambridge English : Advanced (CAE) : Overall score of 154; or
- Cambridge English : Proficiency (CPE) : Overall score of 154; or
- Cambridge Linguaskill : Overall score of 160; or
- Pearson Test of English (PTE) : Overall score of 47;
The following categories of students are exempted from the above requirements:
- International students from countries in which English is the first language.
- International students who graduated from any Malaysian or other institutions where the curriculum is delivered in English.
Note: Please note that achieving the minimum Entry and English requirements as stated does not guarantee you admission into any of IMU’s programmes. Please refer to our Student Admissions Policy for more information.
Programme Structure
Commencement of the programme will determine the sequence of modules taken for the three semesters.
Teaching and Learning ActivitiesODL: 100% online learning that combines asynchronous and synchronous online learning activities, workbased learning at the student's place of work, and independent assignments.
Fee Structure
| Fee | Malaysian Student (RM) | International Student (RM) |
|---|---|---|
| Application Fee | 150 | 500 |
| Registration Fee | 1,100 | 3,400 |
| Refundable Caution Deposit | 2,000 | 2,000 |
| Student Association Fee per Semester** | 40 | 40 |
- All IMU Alumni who are self-funding their postgraduate studies and meet the eligibility criteria will be eligible for a bursary of 15%
- Application fee is payable upon submission of application
- Registration fee and refundable caution deposit is payable upon acceptance of the offer letter issued by the IMU Admissions Office
- Students must adhere to the Policy on Payment of Fees
- Fee payable per semester are subject to the number of credits registered
- **Subject to annual increase
| Study Mode | Malaysian Student Tuition Fees |
International Student Tuition Fees |
||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Postgraduate Diploma | ||||
| Open & Distance Learning (ODL) | RM930 per credit hour, | RM930 per credit hour, | ||
| No. of Credit Hour: 30 hours | RM27,900 total fee | RM27,900 total fee* Re |
Hear From Our Students and Alumni
Before taking this programme, I would mainly provide care in relation to medication issues when patients come to me. Now, I am able to provide a more comprehensive care plan that addresses the patient’s individual needs and empowers the patient to better self-manage diabetes in their day to day life.
Nah Ying Wa
Student
I have started applying what I have learnt to become a reflective practitioner. I am able to recognise my gaps and strengths as a practitioner, and engage in a process of continuous learning to improve my clinical skills. I have gotten feedback from my patients. My referrals from doctors have increased.
Wong Soh San
Student
Frequently Asked Questions
- Verified copies of your academic qualifications
- Evidence of English language proficiency
- A copy of your MyKad or the identification page of your passport
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A Word from the Programme Director
The Postgraduate Diploma in Diabetes Management and Education offered by IMU is a comprehensive evidence-based programme designed to equip healthcare professionals with the knowledge and skills necessary to effectively manage and educate individuals with diabetes. This specialised diploma focuses on the latest advancements in diabetes care, providing students with a deep understanding of the disease and its management. Additionally, the graduates will gain expertise in diabetes education, enabling them to effectively communicate with patients and empower them to take control of their health. It offers a flexible learning environment, allowing graduates to balance their studies with their professional commitments. The graduates will also explore strategies for preventing and managing diabetes-related complications, as well as the importance of interdisciplinary collaboration in providing holistic care. By completing IMU Postgraduate Diploma in Diabetes Management and Education programme, graduates can contribute to improving the lives of those living with diabetes and play a vital role in preventing and managing the chronic conditions.
Dr Shanthi Dhandapani
Programme Director, Diabetes Management & Education (Postgraduate Diploma)
BSc Nutrition & Dietetics, MSc Dietetics & Food Service Management, PhD Nutrition
A Word from the Programme Director
The Postgraduate Diploma in Diabetes Management and Education offered by IMU is a comprehensive evidence-based programme designed to equip healthcare professionals with the knowledge and skills necessary to effectively manage and educate individuals with diabetes. This specialised diploma focuses on the latest advancements in diabetes care, providing students with a deep understanding of the disease and its management. Additionally, the graduates will gain expertise in diabetes education, enabling them to effectively communicate with patients and empower them to take control of their health. It offers a flexible learning environment, allowing graduates to balance their studies with their professional commitments. The graduates will also explore strategies for preventing and managing diabetes-related complications, as well as the importance of interdisciplinary collaboration in providing holistic care. By completing IMU Postgraduate Diploma in Diabetes Management and Education programme, graduates can contribute to improving the lives of those living with diabetes and play a vital role in preventing and managing the chronic conditions.
Dr Shanthi Dhandapani
Programme Director, Diabetes Management & Education (Postgraduate Diploma)
BSc Nutrition & Dietetics, MSc Dietetics & Food Service Management, PhD Nutrition
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