UPNM Student Handbook D 2023

VICE CHANCELLOR’S FOREWORD

Dear Course Participants,

All praise to Allah for through His blessings you have been selected to attend the Malaysian
Command and Staff Course (Joint) Serial 52/2023. I take this opportunity to congratulate
everyone for being nominated to attend this very important career course. It gives me great
pleasure to welcome all of you to NDUM to undertake this challenging academic programme.

Since 2018, the National Defence University of Malaysia (NDUM) has been the academic
provider for the Malaysian Armed Forces Command and Staff College (MAFSC) thus qualifying
students to graduate with a Postgraduate Diploma in Strategic and Defence Studies. This
handbook provides you with an overview of the programme. It will be useful for you to familiarise
yourselves with the information in this handbook and to have a clear understanding on the details
of programme.

The academic programme is designed to expose you to strategic and other defence related
subjects, along with the core curriculum of the Command and Staff Course. In addition, this
programme is designed to sharpen your research, analytical, communication and problem solving
skills that will serve as the foundation for you to thrive in the challenging and complex security
environment of the future. At NDUM, we recognize the absolute importance of developing
worthy personal attributes of Course Participants, especially in the military and strategic studies
discipline and it is our mission to help you develop those traits. The next twelve months will be
an inspiring academic experience for you, and NDUM is focused at enriching your strategic and
intellectual horizon as part of your professional development.

You are about to embark on a demanding, yet exciting and rewarding year of study. I am very
sure the knowledge obtained from this programme will enable you to enhance your professional
competency and contribute positively to your future career. The team at NDUM will do their
utmost best to ensure that you have a special and memorable academic experience. Make the most
of this golden opportunity and I wish you a successful and enjoyable academic year.

“DUTY, HONOUR, INTEGRITY”

DATUK HASAGAYA BIN ABDULLAH
Leftenan Jeneral
Vice Chancellor

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COMMANDANT’S FOREWORD

Alhamdulillah. Congratulations on your selection as Course Participants (CP) of the Malaysian
Command and Staff Course (Joint) [MCSC(J)] Serial 52/2023. You should be proud that now
you will be going through a journey of the very selected few in which you will be moulded,
challenged and equipped with knowledge to be future leaders of your armed forces.

The Malaysian Armed Forces Staff College (MAFSC) has evolved considerably over the past
51 years since its establishment. The MAFSC together with the National Defence University of
Malaysia (NDUM) collaborates in the best possible way to provide you an excellent academic
programme combined with relevant contemporary military knowledge and best practices. I can
assure you that the Faculty Members/Directing Staff (FM/DS) at MAFSC are here not only to
guide you but also to mentor you throughout the academic year.

Some of you may feel that you have come fully prepared while some others may feel you should
have done more in preparation for the course. What is most important now is for you to give your
all during the course, producing your best and keep on challenging yourself to do better. This
course is not about the awards given on the graduation day. The healthy relationships that you
develop with your fellow CP will be much more enduring and beneficial for you and your Armed
Forces. Make the best out of the opportunity given for you to be here, so that when you graduate
you will be much better able to handle the uncertain and volatile world out there.

Throughout the course, I will keep on reminding you that the journey is not a sprint but a
marathon. You will start to understand what the college means by the ‘crawl, walk and run’ phases
in your studies at MAFSC. In addition, you will be organising and participating in many co-
curricular activities throughout the year aimed at making you more well-rounded as military
officers. It is crucial therefore to manage your time wisely. Procrastination will be your enemy!

Another important aspect of the course is support from your families. My advice is that your strive
for excellence should be balanced with quality family time. The structure of the course with its
fixed dates for long breaks should enable you to plan well ahead in this regard.

Congratulations again and welcome to the MCSC(J) Serial 52/2023. Best wishes.

ILMU HIKMAT GAGAH

KNOWLEDGE IS THE SOURCE OF STRENGTH

DATO’ HAJI SEMAON BIN HAJI MARJUKI
Brigedier Jeneral
Commandant

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DEAN’S FOREWORD

On behalf of the Faculty of Defence Studies and Management of NDUM, I extend a warm
welcome to all Course Participants of Cohort 2023 to the Postgraduate Diploma in Strategic and
Defence Studies. All of you deserve the highest compliments for being selected by your
respective services, agencies and countries to attend this prestigious Postgraduate Diploma
Programme, jointly delivered by the National Defence University of Malaysia (NDUM) and the
Malaysian Armed Forces Staff College (MAFSC) in Puspahanas.
This programme is designed to enhance your knowledge in a broad array of topics covering
strategic studies, international relations, war studies, internal security, command and leadership,
and defence management over a 12-month academic period commencing from January 2023 to
December 2023. With expert guidance from your experienced lecturers and tutors, you will be
taken through an exciting yet demanding programme which requires commitment and diligent
effort all year round. This programme will enable all of you to develop immensely your academic
capacities and military skills. It is the aspiration of this Faculty to ensure that by the end of this
programme, all of you will be equipped not only with the intended body of knowledge, but also
a keen desire for lifelong learning in the related field. We sincerely hope that this programme will
meet all your expectations and will be a foundation to enable you all to perform with excellence
and succeed in your chosen careers.
I wish all Course Participants a meaningful and pleasurable year at both NDUM and MAFSC.

ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR ARIFFIN BIN ISMAIL (RETIRED)
Leftenan Kolonel
Dean
Faculty of Defence Studies and Management

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DIRECTOR’S FOREWORD
I am honored and privileged to welcome and congratulate Course Participants of Malaysian
Command and Staff Course Serial 52/2023 for being selected to undergo the notable Postgraduate
Diploma in Strategic and Defence Studies programme conducted in conjunction with your one-
year command and staff course. This is a huge opportunity for all of you to enhance your
professional military education that will open new opportunities in your honoured profession.
Rest assured, NDUM’s Institute of Executive Education (NIEEd) shall take care of the
administration aspect of this academic programme. We work closely with the Faculty to offer the
best learning experiences for all of you. At NIEEd, we endeavour to create a future of excellence
through the cultivation of lifelong learning and human capital development in line with various
fields of expertise including defence and security. I am confident that all of you will find this
year, one of the most exciting learning experience and intellectual adventure you have ever
undertaken.
I wish all Course Participants a happy and a fulfilling journey with both NDUM and MAFSC.

ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR DR. S.ANANTHAN (RETIRED)
Leftenan Kolonel
Director
NDUM’s Institute of Executive Education (NIEEd)

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PHILOSOPHY, VISION AND MISSION

PHILOSOPHY
The premier national institution dedicated to producing intellectual leaders of character
committed towards selfless service to the nation in furtherance of national strategic interests.

VISION
To be the premier defence university in the region for education, training and knowledge creation.

MISSION
NDUM is committed to excellence in serving the nation as a premier defence university for
leadership and professional development, knowledge dissemination and application of defence
science and technology, as well as policy research.

 Quality integrated military education and training in producing graduates who exhibit
excellence in the intellectual, leadership and professional domains without sacrificing
the winning mentality.

 Instilling greater professionalism among the academics by stimulating the pursuit of
scholarly excellence through a greater flourish of academic and policy research
activities resulting in quality publications in refereed journals.

 Being an acknowledged center for policy research and post graduate studies in defence
and security.

 Striving for R & D success through research collaboration with defence industries and
other research organisations in creating new knowledge to enable the university to be
the knowledge hub and consultancy for defence technology applications.

 Striving for enhanced internationalisation and collaborative networking with reputable
international universities and research centers.

 Transforming the organisation to ensure greater cross functional coordination, good
service delivery and customer focus so as to support NDUM’s effort to be a knowledge
hub.

NDUM is committed in fulfilling Course Participants’ (CP) satisfaction as follows:

 Programme Information. Prospective CP will receive information on the academic
programme before semester begins.

 Learning, Training and Advisory Service. A conducive learning and teaching
environment is provided. The academic programme fulfills the credit requirement
approved by the NDUM Senate and the Malaysian Qualifications Agency (MQA)
recognition.

 Security and Secrecy. CP’s personal information, academic information and military
training will be managed securely based on the Military Correspondence method stated
in the Malaysian Armed Forces Staff Manual (MAFJP 0.01).

 Awards and Recognition. CP who have fulfilled the academic programme pass
requirement and endorsed by the NDUM Senate can be awarded the Postgraduate
Diploma in Strategic and Defence Studies (PDSDS) in the field registered.

* The abbreviation CP includes Overseas Course Participant (OCP)

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GENERAL INFORMATION

NATIONAL DEFENCE UNIVERSITY OF MALAYSIA (NDUM)
NDUM was formerly the Malaysian Armed Forces Academy or ‘Akademi Tentera Malaysia’
(ATMA), established on 1 June 1995. The Academy offered bachelor degree programmes
through collaboration with Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (UTM) in the field of engineering,
computer sciences and management while integrating military education and training into the
programme. On 10 November 2006, ATMA was upgraded to university status.. The
establishment of NDUM was announced in Parliament. The setting up of the university costs
about RM500 million, fully borne by the Government of Malaysia.
NDUM has been designed to produce military and civilian leaders who are able to address
national and international security issues and capable in meeting security challenges through its
multi-disciplinary educational programmes, research, professional exchanges and outreach. The
university’s first intake of students comprising of military officer cadets and civilian students
started with undergraduate programmes in the 2007/2008 academic year. Up until now, the
university has produced over 5,000 graduates in a diverse range of disciplines in the field of
engineering, computer sciences, medicine and management. These graduates are now serving as
officers in the Malaysian Army, Royal Malaysian Navy, Royal Malaysian Air Force, diplomatic
services, as well as other government and non-government sectors. The teaching staff of the
university are rather unique comprising academics from various fields of studies and military
personnel.

THE NDUM-MAFSC COLLABORATION
The MAFSC began its collaboration with NDUM for the Executive Diploma Programme in
Strategic and Defence Studies in 2012. The focus was on strategic, security and defence studies.
The Postgraduate Diploma in Strategic and Defence Studies was introduced to replace this earlier
programme in 2018. This was to ensure that the MAFSC graduates were able to pursue to a higher
level of study offered by NDUM or other institutes of higher learning should they fulfill the
necessary requirements.

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ADMINISTRATION OF THE PROGRAMME

The administrative team of this programme is made up of the following:
1. Dean, Faculty of Defence Studies and Management
Lt Kol Assoc. Prof. Ariffin bin Ismail (Retired)
MBA (UKM), BSc. (UKM), Dip in Strat and Def Studies (UM)
2. Director, NDUM’s Institute of Executive Education
Lt Kol Assoc. Prof. Dr. S. Ananthan a/l Subramaniam (Retired)
PhD. Resource Mgt (UPNM), M.Sc. (Mgmt) (UUM), Dip. Mgmt Sc. (INTAN)
3. Deputy Director (Profesional), NDUM’s Institute of Executive Education
Kdr Dr. Hani Kalsom binti Hashim RMN
PhD. Business Administration (DBA) (USM), M.A Mgmt (UNITAR), B.A Mgmt
(USM). Dip in MARITIM Def. Transport Tech. Mgmt (UTM)
4. Head of Department of Strategic Studies, Faculty of Defence Studies and
Management
Dr. Tharishini Krishnan
PhD. Contemporary India Research (King’s College, London), MSc. (Strategic &
Security Analysis) (UKM), BSc (Hons.) International Relations (UKM)
5. Senior Assistant Registrar, Faculty of Defence Studies and Management
Mr. Khairulefendi bin Kamarulzaman
6. Assistant Registrar, NDUM’s Institute of Executive Education
Mr. Muhammad Aizat bin Azhar
7. Assistant Programme Coordinator, NDUM’s Institute of Executive Education
Mr. Subri bin Shafie

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ACADEMIC STAFF OF NDUM

1. Prof. Dr. Adam Leong Kok Wey – Distinguished Fellow.
PhD. (Strat. Studies) (Reading), M.(Strat. and Def. Studies) (UM), B.B.A. (Hons.)
(UKM)

2. Prof. Ruhanas binti Harun
MA (International Relations) (University of Sorbonne, Paris), B.A (Hons)
(International Relations) (UM), Dip. Political Studies (IEP Paris), Dip. Terjemahan
(UM)

3. Prof. Dr. Mohd Mizan bin Mohammad Aslam
B.A (UM), M.A (UKM), PhD. Strategic Studies (VUW N.Z)

4. Lt Jen Dato’ Fadzil bin Mokhtar (Retired)
Master of Public Management (National University of Singapore), MA Analysis Policy
and Security Studies (UKM), Bachelor of Law. First Class Honours (UiTM)

5. Mej Jen Dato’ Dr. Pakianathan Dawson @ A. Endry Nixon (Retired)
PhD. (UPM), M.M (Philippines), MDS (UKM) mpat psc

6. Mej Jen Dato’ Dr. Kwong Fook Wen (Retired)
PhD. (UPNM) MA (UKM) MM (Manila) mpat psc

7. Kol Assoc. Prof. Dr. Mohd Zaini bin Salleh (Retired)
PhD. (Strat. Studies & IR) (NDUM), MA Analysis Policy and Security Studies (UKM),
BA (Hons.) Southeast Asian Studies (UM), Dip. Strat. and Def. Studies (UM)

8. Kol Assoc. Prof. Dr. Mohd Nor bin Yahaya (Retired)
PhD. (Resource Management) (UPNM), MsACC (UIAM), DIA (UiTM), AAIA (UK),
Dip. Defence & Strategic Studies (UM)

9. Lt Kol Assoc. Prof. Dr. S. Ananthan a/l Subramaniam (Retired)
PhD. Resource Mgt (UPNM), M.Sc. (Mgmt) (UUM), Dip. Mgmt Sc. (INTAN)

10. Lt Kol Assoc. Prof. Dr. Mohammad Daud bin Hj. Johari (Retired)
PhD. Technology Management in HR (UTHM), Master in Management (UM), Adv.
Dip. Defence and Strategic Studies (UM)

11. Assoc. Prof. Dr. Radziah binti Abdul Rahim
PhD. (Keele), M.A (Keele), B.A. (Hons) (UUM), Adv. Dip. TESL (ITM), Dip. (ITM)

12. Kdr Ts. Dr. Haliza binti Mohd Zahari TLDM
PhD. Management & Logistic (UUM), MBA Strategic Management (UTM), B.Sc
Management Technology (UTM), Dip Def & Strats Studies (UM)

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13. Dr. Tharishini a/p Krishnan
PhD. Contemporary India Research (King’s College, London), MSc. (Strategic &
Security Analysis) (UKM), BSc (Hons.) International Relations (UKM)

14. Dr. Norhazlina Fairuz binti Musa Kutty
PhD. In Politics and International Relations (The University of New South Wales,
Kensington, Sydney, Australia 2019), M.Soc.Sc (Strategies Analysis & Security
Studies) (UKM), B.Soc.Sc (International Relations) (UNIMAS)

15. Dr. Amer Fawwaz bin Mohamad Yasid
M.A (Strategic Defence) UM, Bachelor of Public Management (Hons) (UUM),
Diploma in Public Administration (UiTM)

16. Dr. Azrul Azlan bin Abdul Rahman
PhD. (National Security) UKM, M.Soc.Sc. (Strategic & Security Analysis) (UKM),
B.A. (Hons.)(Social Science) (UMS)

17. Dr. Wong Chooi Ye
PhD. (Strategy & IR) (NDUM), MSc (Strategy & IR) (NDUM), B. International Affairs
Management (Hons) (UUM)

18. Mrs. Herlin anak Aman
B.A (Hons) (Pol. Sc) (UKM), M.A (Pol. Sc) (UKM)

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DIRECTING STAFF OF MAFSC

1. Commandant. Brig Jen Dato' Haji Semaon bin Haji Marjuki
MM (UM), Dip Mngt Sc (INTAN), Dip SDS (UM), Fellow Scholar (NDUM) nrc edg
(France)

2. Chief Directing Staff. Kol Mohd Hafizar bin Md Idris
Master in Social Science (Defence Studies) (UKM), Master in Defence Studies (King’s
College, UK), Diploma in Accountant (POLISAS)

3. Head of Training Development. Kol Nizam bin Che Ani TUDM
Master in Social Science (Defence Studies) (UKM)

4. GSO 1 Training. Lt Kol Dr. Mahendra a/l K. Sekaran Nair
Ph.D. in Defence Technology (UPNM), MSc in Logistics (UOW), BSc Hons
Computing (Bolton), CMILT, Dip in Strat and Def Studies (UM), Dip Comp Sc (UTM)

5. GSO 1 Coordination. Lt Kol Idham bin Hj Md Rusli
MSc. International Security (Massey University), Bachelor in Computer Science
(UTM)

6. GSO 1 Training Development. Lt Kol Suresh a/l Subramaniam
MEng Mgmt (UOW), B. Eng Mech (UTM), Dip Strat & Def (UPNM)

7. Programmer. Lt Kol Mohd Jailani bin Ismail
MM (UM), Dip in Strat and Def Studies (UM)

8. GSO 1 JOPP. Lt Kol Ismail bin Mohamed MA Def Studies (King’s College, London),
Dip Strat Mgmt & Leadership (CMI, UK), Dip Science & Log Mgmt (UKM)

9. DS Council Secretary Lt Kol Abdul Rasid bin Abdul Wahab
CMILT (UK)

10. SADS. Lt Kol Yousrie bin Muhamad
BSc Computer Science (Computer Network) (UPM)

11. GSO 1 MSDS. Lt Kol Shaiful Rizal bin Ahmad
MM (UM), Dip Def & Strat (UM)

12. GSO 1 Admin and Logistic. Lt Kol Zuraini bt Md Kamal
MBA (Supply Chain & Log) (UPNM), Diploma in Hotel Management (UiTM) and Dip
Strat & Def Studies (UPNM)

13. GSO 1 Validation. Lt Kol Mohd Roziman bin Zainal
MSc Information Management (UiTM) , Bachelor of Human Resource Management
(Hons) (USM), Diploma Education (Hons) (UKM)

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14. GSO 1 Policy & Strategy. Lt Kol Mohd Adlie bin Mohd
MM (UM), BOM (UNITAR), Dip Def & Strat (UM)

15. Directing Staff . Lt Kol Khairizal bin Kamaruddin
MEng. Mechanical Engineering - Automotive Design (UTM), MSc. in Engineering
Business Management (University of Warwick), Bachelor in Mechanical Engineering
(UTM), Diploma in Strategic & Defence Studies (UPNM)

16. GSO 1 Leadership. Lt Kol Ainolrahizal bin A. Samad
Master Business Management (Defence and Security) (UPNM), BEng Computer
(UTM)

17. GSO 1 C&M. Lt Kol Valzahmer Errino bin Mohd Tahir
L.LB Hons, BLS Hons (UiTM), Dip in Command and Staff (Marine Corps University)

18. Directing Staff. Lt Kol Farriz bin Ahmad Nawawi
MSc. in Engineering Business Management for Defence and Security (University of
Warwick), Advance Dip in IT (AIM), Diploma in Computing (NCC), Dip Strat & Def
Studies (UPNM)

19. Directing Staff. Lt Kol Syaipul Izhan bin Mohamad
Master in Business Management (Defence and Security) (UPNM), Diploma in Science
(UiTM), Exec Dip in Strategic and Defence Studies (UPNM)

20. Directing Staff. Lt Kol Osman bin Abdul Rahim
BSc Hons Info System Mgmt (UiTM), Dip Operational Studies (Ft Leavenworth)

21. Directing Staff. Lt Kol Mohd Shah bin Othman
Bachelor of Economics (UKM), Post Graduate Dip in Strat and Def Studies (UPNM)
Master of Management (UNITAR)

22. SNDS. Kdr Ajit Singh a/l Serjit Singh TLDM
Master of Management (UNITAR), Dip Strategic & Defence Studies (UM), Dip IT
(Cosmopoint)

23. Directing Staff. Kdr Adi Azlihisyam bin Sudin TLDM
Exc Dip in Strat & Defence Studies (UPNM), Dip in Technology Management
(Maritime Defence) (UTM)

24. Directing Staff. Kdr Sujiestheran a/l Suparmaniam TLDM
Master in Strategic & Defence Studies (UPNM), Bachelor in Business Administration
(UNIRAZAK), Post Graduate Diploma in Strategic & Defence Studies (UPNM),
Diploma in Technology Management (Maritime Defence) (UTM)

25. SAFDS. Lt Kol Noorisma Eza bin Mat Isa TUDM
MSc in Supply Engineering and Logistics (University of Warwick), Dip in Banking
Studies (UiTM), Dip in Command and Staff (CGSC Philippines)

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26. Directing Staff. Lt Kol Asroha binti Harun TUDM
Dip in Mech Eng (Aeronautics) (UTM), Exc Dip in Strat n Defence Studies (UPNM),
Dip in Strat n Def (AWC Alabama US)

27. Directing Staff. Lt Kol Mohamad Syagol bin Abd Hamid TUDM
Bachelor of Business Administration (HONS), Executive Diploma in Strategic and
Defence Studies (UPNM)

28. Directing Staff. Lt Kol Sazili bin Ghazali
Master of Social Sciences in Def Studies (UKM), Master in Mgmt (UM), Diploma in
Strategic & Defence Studies (UM)

29. Directing Staff. Lt Kol Irwan Ibrahim
Master of Social Sciences in Def Studies (UKM), Diploma in Strategic & Defence
Studies (UM)

30. Directing Staff. Lt Kol Ahmad Zamil bin Mohamad Nor
Master of Social Sciences in Def Studies (UKM), Master of Sciences in Military
Studies (BUP) (Bangladesh)

31. Directing Staff. Lt Kol Stanley anak Fredrick
Master in Management (UM), Executive Diploma in Strategic & Defense Studies
(UPNM), Diploma in Military Police Investigator (USAMPS)

32. Directing Staff. Lt Kol Hj Mohamad Zulhilmi bin Hj Ahmad TUDM
Master of Social Science(Defence Studies) UKM, Exc Dip in Strat & Defence Studies
(UPNM)

33. GSO 1 Training Need Analysis. Lt Col Adrian Walker
MA Strat & Mngt (UNSW), Grad Dip Def Studies (UNSW), Grad Dip Def Mngt
(ADC), Grad Dip Log Mngt (TC-A), Dip Govt (DRTO), psc (j)

34. Directing Staff. Cdr Tony Hayes (RNZN)
B Mech Engr (1st Class Hons), Dip Ship Sup, NZCE (P&P), Grad Cert Mgt Tech,
CEng, Dip Strat Dir and Leadership, HCSC (UK)

35. GSO 2 Coord. Mej Mohammad bin Ali
Bachelor's Degree in Business and Economics (UMS), Executive Diploma in Strategic
& Defense Studies (UPNM)

36. GSO 2 Training. Mej Shahril Nizar bin Abd Rahman
Post Graduate Diploma in Strategic & Defence Studies (UPNM)

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ROLES OF THE FACULTY, NIEEd AND MAFSC

The programme is specifically designed for CP attending the MAFSC. The programme is
conducted by the Faculty of Defence Studies and Management, the NDUM’s Institute of
Executive Education (NIEEd) and Malaysian Armed Forces Staff College (MAFSC).
The Faculty is responsible for:

1. All academic matters and ensuring the smooth running of the programme.
2. Coordinate the teaching schedule.
3. Appoint a Programme Coordinator to work hand-in-hand with the Programme

Coordinator at MAFSC.

NIEEd is responsible for:
1. Admission and registration of CP.
2. Coordinate facilities for the conduct of the programme at the premises of NDUM.
3. Coordinate all examination activities and student evaluation at the end of each semester.
4. Maintain records and personal database of CP.
5. Handle graduation audit inclusive of preparation of certificates and transcripts.

The MAFSC is responsible for:

1. Prepare the Academic Calendar of the programme.
2. Provide MAFSC teaching staff to teach military courses.
3. Appoint a Programme Coordinator to work hand-in-hand with the Programme

Coordinator at NDUM.
4. Provide facilities related to the conduct of the programme at the premises of MAFSC.
5. Coordinate visits for Regional/Extra Regional Comparative Studies, Security and

Development Studies (KESBAN) and visits to defence industry.

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PROGRAMME EDUCATIONL OBJECTIVES

The Programme Educational Objectives are as follows:

PEO 1 Aware of current issues which are expected to affect the credibility and stability
PEO 2 of national and global security.
PEO 3
PEO 4 Possess knowledge and ability to analyse security issues in formulating national
PEO 5 security and defence policies.

Able to outline and analyse various strategic needs in the current context of
comprehensive security.

Demonstrate leadership qualities and a broad range of knowledge to enhance
their organisational needs.

Able to communicate effectively and generate relevant thinking, attitude and
develop lifelong learning skills for career and organizational enhancement.

PROGRAMME LEARNING OUTCOMES

The Programme Learning Outcomes are as follows:

PLO 1 To acquire, develop and apply knowledge in Strategic and Defence Studies.
(Knowledge)
PLO 2
To develop the ability to assess, analyse and evaluate issues in a logical
PLO 3 manner. (Cognitive Skill)
PLO 4
PLO 5 To use the skills and knowledge acquired to understand fundamentals of
PLO 6 Strategic and Defence Studies. (Practical Skill)
PLO 7 To develop interpersonal skills across a variety of settings. (Interpersonal
PLO 8 Skill)
PLO 9
To develop social and communication skills. (Communication).
PLO 10
To acquire ICT or numeracy skills related to Strategic and Defence Studies.
(Digital / Numeracy Skill)

To develop leadership skills. (Leadership)

To develop personal skills for lifelong-learning and professional development.
(Personal Skill)
To acquire, develop and apply knowledge in defence resource management,
public policy, administration and entrepreneurship. (Entrepreneurship)

To uphold ethical standards and possess self-esteem as a professionals. (Ethics
and Professionalism)

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ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

This programme requires multi-entry option qualifications as follows:

1. Bachelor Degree (in any discipline) from a recognised learning institution with a
minimum CGPA of 2.50 and a minimum of 3 years working experience, endorsed by
the NDUM Senate.

OR

2. Advance Diploma (in any discipline) from a recognised learning institution with a
minimum CGPA 2.50 and a minimum of 3 years working experience, endorsed by the
NDUM Senate.

OR

3. NDUM Diploma or a Diploma from a recognised learning institution, passed in
appropriate fields with a minimum CGPA of 2.50 and a minimum of 5 years working
experience, endorsed by the NDUM Senate following Accreditation of Prior
Experiential Learning (APEL) Level 7.

OR

4. Diploma or an equivalent qualification from a recognised learning institution or a
foreign military establishment certified by their respective countries, subject to
endorsement by the NDUM Senate following Accreditation of Prior Experiential
Learning (APEL) Level 7.

OR

5. Other Diploma qualifications and equivalent, and endorsed by the NDUM Senate
following Accreditation of Prior Experiential Learning (APEL) Level 7.

Overseas Course Participants (OCP). For OCP, the selection will be made by their own
defence establishments. This is to be done in accordance with existing defence cooperation
mechanisms between the Ministry of Defence, Malaysia and the respective nation’s defence
establishments. All OCP are also required to have equivalent qualifications as per entry
requirements stated above and endorsed by the NDUM Senate. In the case of any exceptions,
dispensations or exemptions, it shall be on the recommendation by the Malaysian Armed Force
HQ and the NDUM Senate.

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MEDIUM OF INSTRUCTION
The medium of instruction for this programme is English.

PLAN OF STUDY

The programme will be conducted in three (3) semesters with the following courses offered in
each semester:

Ser. Course Credit Course Lecturers
Hours Code

Jan 2023: Sem I, 2023

Strategic

Studies and • Prof Dr. Adam Leong Kok Wey
• Dr. Norhazlina Fairuz binti Musa Kutty
1. Security 4 PSD • Mrs. Herlin anak Aman
Affairs in 5114 • Dr. Amer Fawwaz bin Mohamad Yasid

Asian Region

(SSSAAR)

2. International 3 PSD • Dr. Tharishini Krishnan
Relations (IR) 5123 • Prof. Ruhanas binti Harun
3 • Prof. Dr. Mohd Mizan Mohammad Aslam
War Studies, 2 PSD • Assoc. Prof. Dr. Radziah binti Abdul Rahim
12 5133 • Mej Jen Dato’ Dr. Kwong Fook Wen
3. Command and
Leadership PSD (Retired)
5142 • Lt Jen Dato’ Fadzil Mokhtar (Retired)
(WSCL) • Mej Jen Dato’ Dr. A. Endry Nixon (Retired)

Commandant • Mrs. Herlin anak Aman
• Assoc. Prof. Dr. Radziah binti Abdul Rahim
4. Paper 1

(COMPA I)

Sub-Total

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Ser. Course Credit Course Lecturers
Hours Code

May 2023 : Sem II, 2023

Commandant 2 PSD • Mrs. Herlin anak Aman
1. Paper 2 5212 • Assoc. Prof. Dr. Radziah binti Abdul Rahim

(COMPA II) PSD • Kol Assoc. Prof. Dr. Mohd Zaini bin
5224 Salleh (R)
Malaysian 4
Security and • Mej Jen Dato’ Dr. Pakianathan Dawson @ A.
2. Development Endry Nixon (Retired)
Studies
(MSDS) • Dr. Wong Chooi Ye
• Dr. Azrul Azlan bin Abdul Rahman

• Lt Kol Assoc. Prof Dr. S. Ananthan a/l

Subramaniam (Retired)
• Kol Assoc. Prof Dr. Mohd Nor bin Yahaya
Defence 3 PSD (Retired)
3. Management 5233
• Kdr Ts. Dr. Haliza binti Mohd Zahari
(DM) TLDM

• Lt Kol Assoc. Prof Dr. Mohammad
Daud bin Hj Johari (Retired)

Sub-Total 9

Aug 2023: Sem III, 2023

Joint 3 PSD • Lt Kol Yousrie bin Muhamad
Operation 5313 • Lt Kol Farriz bin Ahmad Nawawi
1. Planning 3 • Lt Kol Stanley anak Fredrick
Process 3
(JOPP) 9 PSD • Lt Kol Noorisma Eza bin Mat Isa TUDM
Military 5323 • Lt Kol Stanley anak Fredrick
Doctrine,
2. Operations PSD • Kdr Ajit Singh a/l Serjit Singh TLDM
and Strategies 5333 • Lt Kol Mohd Shah bin Othman
(MDOS) • Kdr Sujiestheran a/l Suparmaniam TLDM
Military
3. Practices and
War (MPW)

Sub-Total

Grand Total 30

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GRADING

1. Grading System. CP will be evaluated based on the Grade Point Average (GPA) and
Cumulative Grade Point Average (CGPA) systems.

2. Passing Mark. The minimum passing mark for each course is 65% (Grade B).

3. Grading Scale. The NDUM/MAFSC grading scale for each assignment, written
examination and Academic Paper shall be as follows:

Marks Grade Grade Point Pass/Fail
90 – 100 A+ 4.00 Pass
80 – 89 A 4.00
75 – 79 A- 3.67 Fail
70 – 74 B+ 3.33
65 – 69 B 3.00
60 – 64 B- 2.67
55 – 59 C+ 2.33
C 2.00
50 – 54 C- 1.67
45 – 49 D+ 1.33
40 – 44 D 1.00
35 – 39 D- 0.67
E 0.00
30 – 34

29 or less

4. Minimum CGPA. CP must obtain a minimum CGPA of 3.00 for the award of the
Postgraduate Diploma.

5. Attendance. CP should take note of the minimum requirement in order to obtain the
Postgraduate Diploma are as follows:

a. CP is required to attend all lectures, tutorials, seminar sessions, field studies and
field exercises pertaining to each course.

b. Failure to attend two (2) lectures and two (2) tutorials/seminars may result in the
CP being barred from sitting for the final examination of the particular course.

c. Non-submission of assignments/project papers and non-attendance of
quizzes/mid-term exams and examinations can result in CP being barred from
sitting for the final examination of the particular course.

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EXAMINATION REGULATIONS

The following examination regulations apply:

1. Identity of CP. CP shall only enter his/her student matric number and not his/her name
on the answer script.

2. Secrecy of Examination Proceeding and Marks. All examination proceedings and
marks are confidential and shall not be revealed to any candidate or unauthorised
persons until endorsed by the NDUM Senate.

3. Maximum Marks: Each course shall carry a maximum of 100 marks.

4. Carry Forward Marks. All carry forward marks (continuous assessment marks during
the course) shall be distributed to CP by the respective lecturers through the MAFSC
Directing Staff prior to the final examination week.

5. Release of Examination Results. CP shall be notified of their final examination results
once endorsed by the NDUM Senate.

6. Re-sit of Examination.

a. CP who obtained a B- grade and below for a particular course is allowed to re-sit
the final examination (limited to TWO (2) courses for one time only. CP will be
notified of the dates for the re-sit to allow them sufficient time to prepare for the
exam paper.

b. The re-sit of the exam paper will mentioned in the transcript. The highest grade
that the CP may obtain for the repeated paper shall not exceed a B grade.

7. Special Examination.

a. A special examination can be conducted for a course that has a written
test/examination to enable a student to complete and graduate within the stipulated
duration of study.

b. A special examination will be offered based on the availability of resources and
the proposal made by the Dean of Faculty to the University Graduate Studies
Committee (UGSC). The special examination must be endorsed by the NDUM
Senate.

c. Special examinations can be conducted for CP who could not attend the
examinations due to health issues, emergencies or other cases approved by the
University Graduate Studies Committee (UGSC) and NDUM Senate.

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8. Grade Appeal.
a. CP can submit an appeal to review any particular grade obtained in an examination
for any course. Application for grade appeal can be made by filling a relevant form
provided by the NDUM Centre for Graduate Studies within two (2) weeks after
endorsement by the NDUM Senate. Any appeal received after the stipulated period
will not be entertained. A fee of RM50.00 per course will be charged for each
grade review appeal.
b. Decisions on the appeal cases are final. Appeals for the review of marks obtained
for the Special Examination are not allowed.

TERMS FOR REPEATING COURSES

1. In general, the minimum passing grade for each course is B (Grade Point of 3.00).
2. CP who does not achieve CGPA of 3.00 and above may be allowed to repeat courses

which they have failed, with the approval of the Service Chief and the NDUM Senate
to enable them to improve their CGPA, and to be awarded the Postgraduate Diploma.
3. His/her CGPA is calculated based on the final grade obtained for the course.
4. CP are not allowed to repeat a course if he/she has obtained a grade point of 3.0 (B) and
above.

TERMINATION OF STUDY

1. UPNM Senate has the right to terminate a CP who had provided false information
during his/her application process to the University.

2. CP’s registration in this programme may be terminated at any time by the University in
the event of the following:
a. CP fails to register for one semester without a valid reason or a written notice to
the Dean of NDUM’s Centre for Graduate Studies (CGS);
b. CP exceeds the maximum duration of study;
c. CP fails in his/her examination;
d. CP fails to pay fees or other payments within the period of time stipulated by the
University;

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e. CP is found guilty of committing an academic offence by the University Student
Disciplinary Committee.

f. CP scores a CGPA of 2.99 and below for two continuous semesters.

g. CP fails to submit his/her Commandant Paper (COMPA) within the stipulated
time.

PLAGIARISM AND ACADEMIC MISCONDUCT/FRAUD

1. Plagiarism. Academic honesty is a prerequisite condition in the pursuit and acquisition
of knowledge. All CP share the responsibility for upholding academic standards and
reputation of the University (NDUM) and the College (MAFSC). There are many forms
of academic dishonesty. Plagiarism is one of them. Plagiarism is generally defined as
‘the practice of taking someone else’s work or ideas and passing them off as one’s own’
(The New Oxford Dictionary of English). The University and the College take a
serious view of plagiarism.

2. Academic Misconduct/Fraud.

a. Academic misconduct includes acts of plagiarism, non-acknowledgement of
existing works (essays, research papers, academic papers or any references) used
by CP in the course of their academic undertakings at MAFSC, copying and any
other acts or omissions deemed to be in breach of the University and Colleges Act
1971 (AUKU 1971).

b. CP are responsible for writing their assignments and research project using their
own words. Information, whether published or unpublished, and any other sources
must be clearly cited and acknowledged. A systematic style of citation and
referencing must be adhered to. Sources of tabulated data and visual presentations
such as photographs and maps must also be clearly outlined.

c. As a general rule, the similarity index, using the Turnitin software, shall be less
than 20 percent of the overall thesis/dissertation/research project report. Any index
above this value shall be subject to further evaluation by the respective
lecturers/course convenors.

3. Disciplinary Action Against Plagiarism and Academic Misconduct/Fraud.

a. Such acts of plagiarism and academic misconduct/fraud will be subjected to the
due process under AUKU 1971, rules and regulations of MAFSC. In so far as CP
from the Malaysian Armed Forces, they shall also be subjected to disciplinary
measures under the Armed Forces Act 1972.

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b. Any act or complaint on plagiarism or academic misconduct/fraud must be
submitted to the Faculty. The case shall be investigated by a Committee for
Academic Integrity formed by the Faculty. Findings from the investigation will
be endorsed for further action by the Faculty. The findings by the Committee for
Academic Integrity may also be referred to the University Students Disciplinary
Committee for further action.

c. Any CP found to have committed or aided or abetted the offence of plagiarism or
academic misconduct/fraud may be subjected to disciplinary actions in accordance
to the NDUM’s (Discipline of Students) Rules 2009 and MAFSC’s Academic
Disciplinary Council/Board.

d. After undergoing due process, CP who have been found guilty for committing an
act of plagiarism or academic misconduct/fraud shall be subjected to be
deregistered from the programme.

e. In addition, the following acts or omissions may also subject CP to disciplinary
actions that may result CP to be deregistered from the programme:

i. After due investigations, CP is proven to have acted or discovered to have
displayed behavior that is contrary to military discipline.

ii. Failure to submit the Commandant Paper (COMPA) within the allotted time.

iii. Repeated absence from classes/lectures without valid reason.

OTHER RULES AND REGULATIONS

CP of the Postgraduate Diploma in Strategic and Defence Studies are also subjected to the
academic rules and regulations stated in the NDUM Master Degree Programme by Coursework
Regulations issued by the NDUM Centre For Graduate Studies.

ACADEMIC CALENDAR

As the Postgraduate Diploma programme is to be incorporated with the ongoing MAFSC
programme, it has to take into consideration the total time required to complete the NDUM’s
programme. Hence, this programme has to be fitted into the 49 weeks allocated to the MAFSC.
A detailed programme will be issued separately to all CP. Generally, the academic calendar has
been designed to fulfill the MAFSC programme is as follows:

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12th Jan 23 ACADEMIC CALENDAR 2023 1 day
SEMESTER I 17 weeks

Registration Day 2 days
1 day
3rd Jan 23 - 21st Apr 23 Semester I Lectures 6 days

13th Apr 23 – 14th Apr 23 Comparative Study Research (CSR) 15 weeks
3 days
10th Apr 23 Final Exam 5 days

25th Apr 23 – 30th Apr 23 Semester 1 Course Break 5 days
5 days
SEMESTER II 1 day
2nd May 23 – 25th Aug 23 Semester II Lectures 3 days

24th May 23 – 26th May 23 Southern Region Capability and 17 weeks
Operational Study (SRCOS) 1 day

12th June 23 – 16th June 23 Northern Region Capability and
Operational Study (NRCOS)

14th Aug 23 – 18th Aug 23 East Malaysia Capability and Operational
Study (EMCOS)

3rd Jul 23 – 7th Jul 23 KAJIMATAN Study (Field Research)

11th Aug 23 Final Examination

28th Aug 23 – 30th Aug 23 Semester II Course Break

4th Sep 23 – 15th Dec 23 SEMESTER III
Semester III Lecture: MAFSC Modules

7th Dec 23 Graduation Day

Note: The academic calendar is subject to changes.

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The academic hours for the NDUM-MAFSC’s programme is as follows:

1. 9.00 a.m. to 5.00 p.m. every Monday to Friday. Academic sessions will be held every
day from Monday to Friday. However, in the event a public holiday is declared or falls
on any of these days, then the academic session may be extended to a Saturday. In
addition, Wednesdays shall be dedicated for Tutorial sessions and COMPA discussions
with supervisors. The detailed monthly and weekly lectures and tutorial/seminar hours
will be issued by the MAFSC course programmer.

2. For research undertakings, CP shall be provided access to resources available at both
NDUM and MAFSC libraries. Course convenors and lecturers shall also provide a
reading list for each course including recent publications or articles.

3. The synopsis and essential reading for each course are cited in the Course Description.
CP are also encouraged to use the facilities of other libraries such as the
PUSPAHANAS Library, MINDEF Library, etc.

AWARDS AND RECOGNITIONS

CP who successfully completes the programme shall be awarded the Postgraduate Diploma in
accordance in any one of these categories:

1. Pass with Distinction
A candidate who passes with a CGPA of between 3.67 and 4.00 (3.67 ≤ x ≤ 4.00) shall
be awarded a Postgraduate Diploma in Strategic and Defence Studies (with
Distinction).

2. Pass with Credit
A candidate who passes with a CGPA of between 3.33 and 3.66 (3.33 ≤ x ≤ 3.66) will
be awarded with a Postgraduate Diploma in Strategic and Defence Studies (with
Credit).

3. Pass Ordinary
A candidate who passes with a CGPA of between 3.00 and 3.32 (3.00 ≤ x ≤ 3.32) will
be awarded with a Postgraduate Diploma in Strategic and Defence Studies.

The Postgraduate Diploma in Strategic and Defence Studies is recognised by the Malaysian
Qualifications Agency. CP who graduates from the NDUM-MAFSC’s programme will also be
eligible to further their studies at other higher education institutions in the country or abroad,
offering academic programmes in similar disciplines.

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COURSE DESCRIPTION

1 Name of STRATEGIC STUDIES AND SECURITY AFFAIRS IN ASIAN
Course REGION (SSSAAR)

2 Code PSD 5114
3 Lecturer(s)
1. Prof. Dr Adam Leong Kok Wey (Course Convener)
2. Dr Amer Fawwaz Bin Mohamad Yasid
3. Dr Norhazlina Fairuz Binti Musa Kutty
4. Mrs. Herlin Anak Aman

4 Semester/Year Semester 1 Academic Session 2023

5 Credit Hours 4 Credit Hours

6 Prerequisite None

7 Course The objectives of this course are as follows:
Objectives
1. Demonstrate an understanding of strategic studies in international relations
(C1);

2. Evaluate key strategic theories, and its effectiveness and limitations in
practice (C2);

3. Analyse key contemporary security issues in Asia (C3);
4. Analyse the impact of strategic rivalries among major powers in Asia (C4).

8 Course At the end of the course, the student should be able to:
Learning
Outcome CLO1 Demonstrate an understanding of the practice of strategy. (PLO1)
(CLO) CLO2
CLO3 Evaluate the different security strategies employed by states in
CLO4 Asia. (PLO2)

Analyse key contemporary security issues in Asia. (PLO2)

Assess the impact of strategic rivalries among major powers in
Asia. (PLO5)

9 Teaching- Teaching & Learning Methods:
Learning and Lectures, Individual Work, Group Work
Assessment
Strategy Assessment:
Mid Term Assessment, Presentations and Assignments (Individual and
Group)

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10 Synopsis The aim of this course is to ensure students acquire and understand the various
key concepts in strategic studies, different tools of strategy, and the strategic
11 Mode of history of international relations with an emphasis on Asia. Students will also
Delivery be taught on key security issues in Asia based on regional themes namely
Northeast Asia, Southeast Asia and Indo-Pacific. The strategic rivalry between
12 Assessment major powers such as the United States (US) and China in the region and its
Method and implications will also be assessed. These knowledge and skills will enable the
Types students to build an intellectual framework of understanding to analyse the
practice of strategy and key security issues in Asia.

Lectures, Tutorials, Group/ Individual Work and Field Research.

(Continuous Assessment) Grading Scheme:

a. Individual = 15% Pass
A+ 90 – 100
Presentation A 80 – 89
A- 75 – 79
b. Individual = 15% B+ 70 – 74
Assignment B 65 – 69

c. Midterm = 30% Fail
Assessment B- 60 – 64
C+ 55 – 59
c. Comparative Study = 40% (Group) C 50 – 54
Research C- 45 – 49
D+ 40 – 44
Total = 100% D 35 – 39
D- 30 – 34

E 29 or less

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13 Topics Topic 1: Course briefing and introduction
Topic 2: Concepts and Dimensions of Strategy
Topic 3: Power in Strategic Studies
Topic 4: Geopolitics and Grand Strategy
Topic 5: Contemporary Security Issues in Asia: Southeast Asia
Topic 6: Contemporary Security Issues in Asia: Northeast Asia.
Topic 7: Contemporary Security Issues in South and West Asia
Topic 8: The US-China strategic rivalry
Topic 9: Comparative Studies Research Briefing and Field Visit Week
(subject to change)
Topic 10: Military Strategy I (Continental Strategies)
Topic 11: Military Strategy II (Naval Strategies)
Topic 12: Military Strategy III (Air Power Strategies)
Topic 13: Nuclear Weapons Strategy
Topic 14: Future of Strategy and Security in Asia
Midterm assessment/ presentations/ assignments

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14 References 1. Baylis et.al., (2019). Introduction: Strategy in Contemporary World.
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Oxford University Press, New York.

2. Corbett, J.S. (1988). Some principles of maritime strategy. Annapolis

MD: Naval Institute Press.

3. Ganguly, Sumit, Scobell, Andrew, and Liow, Joseph Chinyong (eds)

(2018). The Routledge Handbook of Asian security studies. London:

Routledge.

4. Gray, C.S. (2016). The Strategy Bridge: Theory for Practice. Oxford:

Oxford University Press.

5. Gray, C. S. (1999). Modern Strategy. Oxford: Oxford University Press.

6. Kaplan, R.D. (2015). Asia's Cauldron: The South China Sea and the End

of a Stable Pacific. New York: Random House.

7. Mahan, Alfred Thayer. (1987). The Influence of sea power upon history

1660-1783. New York: Dover Publications.

8. Paret, P. (ed.). (1986). Makers of modern strategy from Machiavelli to the

nuclear age. Oxford: Oxford University Press.

9. Tow, W.T. (ed.) (2009). Security politics in the Asia-Pacific a regional-

global nexus? Cambridge; Cambridge University Press.

10. Warden, John A. (1988). The Air Campaign: Planning for combat. Lincoln

NE: iUniverse.
11. Adam Leong Kok Wey, 2022, “A “Mah-Kinder” geopolitical explanation

of China’s Belt and Road Initiative”, Comparative Strategy, Vol 41 No 2,

pp. 203-211.

12. Adam Leong Kok Wey (2020). Killing the Enemy! Assassination

operations during World War II. London: Bloomsbury.
13. Adam Leong Kok Wey (2020), “The Strategic Logic of Malaysia’s

Muted Response to the South China Sea Standoff”, RUSI Newsbrief, Vol.

40 No. 4, https://rusi.org/publication/rusi-newsbrief/strategic-logic-
malaysia’s-muted-response-south-china-sea-standoff
14. Adam Leong Kok Wey (2020), “China, Taiwan and the South China
Sea”, CDISS Commentary, Vo 1 No 60,

http://cdisscommentary.upnm.edu.my/index.php/84-cdiss/366-china-

taiwan-and-the-south-china-sea
15. Adam Leong Kok Wey (2019), “Western and Eastern Ways of Special

Warfare”, Special Operations Journal, Vol. 5 No. 2, pp. 143-150.
16. Adam Leong Kok Wey (2019). “A Mackinder-Mahan geopolitical view of

China’s Belt and Road Initiative”, RUSI Newsbrief, Vol. 39 No. 6.

17. Carl von Clausewitz, (1976). On War. ed trans. Michael Howard and Peter

Paret. New Jersey: Princeton University Press.

18. UPNM SSSAAR Reading List
19. Adam Leong Kok Wey (2019). “What Can Malaysia Do With 2

Submarines? Points to ponder for Malaysia’s first Defense White Paper”,

The Diplomat, https://thediplomat.com/2019/07/what-can-malaysia-do-

with-2-submarines/
20. Adam Leong Kok Wey (2019). “Defence planning for the future: Some

popular fads to avoid”, MIDAS Defence White Paper Commentaries,

http://midas.mod.gov.my/commentaries/commentaries/43-

commenteries/226-assoc-professor-dr-adam-leong-kok-wey
21. Adam Leong Kok Wey (2019). “Malaysia’s Seemingly Chaotic Foreign

Policy Choices Make Strategic Sense”, The Diplomat,

15 Other https://thediplomat.com/2019/06/malaysias-seemingly-chaotic-foreign-
Additional
Information policy-choices-make-strategic-sense/
22. Adam Leong Kok Wey (2019). “ASEAN defence cooperation prepares

to go online”, East Asia Forum,

https://www.eastasiaforum.org/2018/12/01/asean-defence-cooperation-

prepares-to-go-online/
23. Adam Leong Kok Wey (2018). “Grand strategy of the Malacca

Sultanate, 1400–1511”, Comparative Strategy, Vol. 317 No. 1, pp. 49-

55.
24. Adam Leong Kok Wey (2017). “Making sense of Malaysia’s response to

the South China Sea debacle: A study of a small state’s foreign affairs
strategy”, Comparative Strategy, Vol. 36 No. 5, pp. 392-399.
25. Adam Leong Kok Wey (2017). “Air power and special operations in

World War II, Air Power History, Vol. 64 No. 1, pp. 33-40.
26. Adam Leong Kok Wey (2016). “Are two subs enough? Malaysia’s small

submarine force and lessons from strategic history”, Australian Journal of

Maritime and Ocean Affairs, Vol. 8 No. 4, pp. 298-307.
27. Adam Leong Kok Wey (2016). “Mates all the way! From Konfrontasi to

Confronting China: Australia-Malaysia geostrategic cooperation”,

Comparative Strategy, Vol. 35 No. 2, pp. 131-138.
28. Adam Leong Kok Wey (2016). “Is the South China Sea fracturing

ASEAN?”, East Asia Forum, 25 August 2016,

http://www.eastasiaforum.org/2016/08/25/is-the-south-china-sea-

fracturing-asean/
29. Adam Leong Kok Wey (2016). “Natural disaster management and the

future of ASEAN cohesion”, East Asia Forum, 23 September 2016,

http://www.eastasiaforum.org/2016/09/23/natural-disaster-management-

and-the-future-of-asean-cohesion/
30. Adam Leong Kok Wey, 2016, “The War That Gave Birth to ASEAN”,

The Diplomat, 9 September 2016, http://thediplomat.com/2016/09/the-

war-that-gave-birth-to-asean/
31. Adam Leong Kok Wey (2014). “Principles of Special Operations:

Learning from Sun Tzu and Frontinus”, Comparative Strategy, Vol. 33

No. 2, pp. 131-144. 4.

32. Adam Leong Kok Wey (2012). "Operation Anthropoid: The Assassination

of Reinhard Heydrich and the Fate of a Nation", The RUSI (Royal United

Services International) Journal, Vol. 157 No. 2, pp. 68-75.

Refer to PSD 5114 SSSAAR handbook for additional reading materials.

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1 Name of INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS (IR)
Course

2 Code PSD 5123

3 Lecturer(s) 1. Dr. Tharishini Krishnan (Course Convener)

2. Prof Ruhanas binti Harun

3. Prof. Madya Dr. Radziah binti Abdul Rahim

4. Prof. Dr. Mohd Mizan bin Mohammad Aslam

4 Semester/Year Semester 1 Academic Session 2023

5 Credit Hours 3 Credit Hours

6 Prerequisite None

7 Course This course seeks to provide students with the major theories and conceptual
Objectives underpinnings of international relations. As a continuous learning process, this
course later on will trace and analyse Malaysian foreign policy practice from
the days of the post independent to the present before embarking upon the
discussion on the current issues affecting Malaysian foreign relations.

8 Course At the end of the course, the student should be able to:
Learning
Outcome Acquire an understanding of International Relations and its
(CLO) CLO1 relevance within the dynamics of the international system

(PLO1).

CLO2 Comprehend the concept and theories of International Relations
CLO3 (PLO1)
Demonstrate an understanding of factors and process in Malaysian
foreign policy and its relations with other countries (PLO3)

9 Teaching- Teaching & Learning Methods:
Learning and Lectures, Case Study, and Consultation.
Assessment
Strategy Assessment:
Mid Term Test and Assignment (Presentation and Written Assignment)
10 Synopsis
This course in IR provides the bases for understanding the complexity of
11 Mode of international affairs and how states and institutions behave within the
Delivery community of nations.
Lectures, Tutorials and Group/ Individual Work.

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12 Assessment (Continuous Assessment) Grading Scheme:
Method and
Types a. Tutorial = 15% (Group) Pass
A+ 90 – 100
13 Topics b. Assignment = 20% (Group) A 80 – 89
A- 75 – 79
c. Midterm Test = 20% (MCQ) B+ 70 – 74
B 65 – 69
d. Class Participation = 5%

e. Final Exam = 40% Fail
Total = 100% B- 60 – 64
C+ 55 – 59
C 50 – 54
C- 45 – 49
D+ 40 – 44
D 35 – 39
D- 30 – 34

E 29 or less

Topic 1: Course briefing and introduction
 Scope of study, objective of the course and course administration.
 The Study of IR
 The Evolution and Development of the International System.
Topic 2: Major Theories of International Relations
 Realism
 Liberalism
Topic 3: Major Theories of International Relations
 World System Theory
 Constructivism
Topic 4: International relations of Cold War
Topic 5: International relations of the Post-Cold War
Topic 6: Terrorism and International Security
Topic 7: Regionalism and Mid Term Test
Topic 8: Theories and Approaches in Foreign Policy
Topic 9: The Evolution and Development of Malaysia’s foreign policy
Topic 10: Re-organisation of Malaysia’s Foreign Policy under Dr. Mahathir
Mohamad
Topic 11: Malaysia’s Foreign Policy in the Post Mahathir Era
Topic 12: Malaysia’s Relations with Major Powers
Topic 13: Malaysia’s Relations with Neighbouring Countries
Topic 14: IR – Way forward.

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14 References 1. Abdullah Ahmad. (1985). Tengku Abdul Rahman and Malaysia’s Foreign
Policy 1963-1970. Kuala Lumpur: Berita Publishing.
15 Other
Additional 2. Goldstein, A. (2020). US-China Rivalry in the Twenty-First Century: Déjà
Information vu and Cold War II. China International Strategy Review. 84-62.

3. Baylis, J. & Smith, S. (2017). The Globalization of World Politics: An
Introduction to International Relations. New York: Oxford University
Press.

4. Chandran Jeshurun. (2007). Malaysia: Fifty Years of Diplomacy. Kuala
Lumpur: The Other Press.

5. Dunne, T., Kurki, M., & Smith, S. (2016). International Relations
Theories: Discipline and Diversity. Oxford University Press.

6. Haynes, J., Hough, P., Malik, S., and Pettiford, L. (2017). World Politics:
International Relations and Globalisation in the 21st Century. Sage
Publication Lid.

7. Hudson, V. M. (2013). Foreign Policy Analysis: Classic and
Contemporary Theory. Second Edition. Maryland: Rowman & Littlefield.

8. Kadir Mohamad. (2014). Malaysia-Singapore: Fifty Years of Discontent
1965-2015. Kuala Lumpur: The Other Press.

9. Karminder Singh Dhillon. (2009). Malaysian Foreign Policy in the
Mahathir Era: The Dilemmas of Development. Singapore: NUS Press.

10. Khanna, P. (2007). The Second World: Empires and Influence in the New
Global Order. New York: Random House.

11. Liow, J.C. (2005). The Politics of Indonesia-Malaysia Relations: One Kin,
Two Nations. Oxon: Routledge.

12. Malaysia’s Foreign Policy 1957-1977. Penang: Penerbit Universiti Sains
Malaysia.

13. Mingst, K. A., McKibben, H. E., & Arreguín-Toft, I, M. (2018). Essentials
of International Relations (8th Edition). New York: W. W. Norton &
Company.

14. Pevehouse, J. C. W & Goldstein, J. S. (2021). International Relations. 12th
Edition. Pearson Education Limited.

15. Ruhanas Harun. (ed.) (2006). Malaysia’s Foreign Relations, Issues and
Challenges. Kuala Lumpur: University of Malaya Press. (online edition
2013)

16. Saravanamuttu, Johan (2010). Fifty Years of Malaysian Foreign Policy.
Singapore: ISEAS.

17. Saravanamuttu, Johan. (1983). The Dilemma of Independence: Two
Decades of Steve Smith, S., Hadfield, A., & Dunne, T. (2016). Foreign
Policy: Theories, Actors, Cases 3rd Edition. United Kingdom: Oxford
University Press.

18. Seyed Masoud Mousavi Shafee and Farzaneh Naghdi. (2016). Regional
Powers and World Order in Post-Cold War Era. Geopolitics Quarterly.
11(4). 148-176.

19. Suriati, A., Manaf, s & Aslam, M. M. (2017). Radicalism and Extremism:
Selected Work. Putrajaya: Ministry of Higher Education.

Refer to PSD 5123 International Relations handbook for additional reading

materials. Lesson plan shall be provided one week before each lecture is

conducted.

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1 Name of WAR STUDIES, COMMAND AND LEADERSHIP (WSCL)
Course

2 Code PSD 5133

3 Lecturer(s) 1. Mej Jen Dato’ Dr. Kwong Fook Wen (Retired) (Course Convener)
2. Lt Jen Dato’ Fadzil bin Mokhtar (Retired)
3. Mej Jen Dato’ Dr. A. Endry Nixon (Retired)

4 Semester/Year Semester 1 Academic Session 2023

5 Credit Hours 3 Credit Hours

6 Prerequisite None

7 Course The objectives of this course are as follows:
Objectives 1. To Identify warfare in terms of its evolution and the underlying law of armed

conflict, its principles and their relationship to military practice during war
or conflict. (C1)
2. To analyse the significance of hybrid and cyber warfare, technology and
intelligence, their development and the appropriate levels of command and
leadership in the military. (C2)
3. To analyse the wars, the campaigns and the roles played by military
commanders. (C3)

8 Course At the end of the course, the student should be able to:
Learning
Outcome CLO1 Identify warfare in terms of its evolution and the underlying law
(CLO) CLO2 of armed conflict, its principles and their relationship to military
CLO3 practice during war or conflict. (PLO1)
9 Teaching- Discuss the significance of hybrid and cyber warfare, technology
Learning and and intelligence, their development and the appropriate levels of
Assessment command and leadership in the military. (PLO7)
Strategy Analyse the wars, the campaigns and the roles played by military
commanders. (PLO10)
10 Synopsis
Teaching & Learning Methods:
Lectures, Case Study, Group Work

Assessment:
Quiz, Mid Term Test and Assignment (Exercises Papers and Presentation)

The course discusses on command and leadership in war. The course identifies
a multi-dimensional aspect of past, present and future warfare and conflicts.
Students are expected to apply the command and leadership aspects of war in
contemporary and future operating environment.

11 Mode of Lectures, Battle Studies, Tutorials and Group/ Individual Work.
Delivery 33

12 Assessment (Continuous Assessment) = 40% (Individual) Grading Scheme:
Method and a. Ex WIRA GAGAH
Types (Battle Studies) Pass
-Paper/Reports A+ 90 – 100
A 80 – 89
b. Midterm Test = 20% A- 75 – 79
B+ 70 – 74
c. Tutorial/Final = 40% (Group) B 65 – 69
Presentation
Fail
Total = 100% B- 60 – 64
C+ 55 – 59
C 50 – 54
C- 45 – 49
D+ 40 – 44
D 35 – 39
D- 30 – 34

E 29 or less

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13 Topics Topic 1: Course briefing and introduction
• Scope of study/contents objectives of war studies, command and leadership

Topic 2: Background of warfare and conflicts
• Evolution of Modern Warfare
• Land, Naval, Air & Space Warfare.

Topic 3: Asymmetrical Warfare :
• Guerilla Warfare
• Counter Insurgency
• Terrorism

Topic 4: Leadership Theories and Models 1

Topic 5: Leadership and Theories and Models 2

Topic 6: Military Leadership in War.
• Leadership at different command domains

Topic 7: Laws of Armed Conflict:
• Introduction to 1949 Geneva Convention I/II/III for the Amelioration of the

Wounded and Sick in the Armed Forces in the Field/ Forces at Sea/Relative

to the Treatment of Prisoners of War and The Protection of Civilian Person

in time of War.

Topic 8: Roles of Media in War and Conflict:
• Media Policy, Laws and Ethics
• Media in relations with International Crisis & Crisis Management

Topic 9: Hybrid and Cyber Warfare:
• Strategy and operational methods
• Impacts and Significance

Topic 10: Roles of Technology in Warfare
• RMA

Topic 11: Intelligence in War
• Analysis of Past, Present and Future

Topic 12: C4I and Future Command/Warfare

Topic 13: Dynamics of Humanitarian Intervention and Peace Operations
• Humanitarian intervention
• Peace operations

Topic 14: War studies, command and leadership in future strategy

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14 References 1. Baylis et.al., (2019). Introduction: Strategy in Contemporary World.
Oxford University Press, New York.
15 Other
Additional 2. Carl von Clausewitz, (1976). On War. ed trans. Michael Howard and Peter
Information Paret, New Jersey: Princeton University Press.

3. Carruthers, S. (2011). The Media at War. Basingstoke, Palgrave
MacMillan.

4. Clapham, A.& Gaeta, P.,(2015 ).The Oxford Handbook of International
Law in Armed Conflict. Oxford: Univ. Press.

5. Clarke, Richard A and Knake, Robert K (2010) Cyber War, Harper
Collins, New York.

6. Daft, Richard L, (2008). Leadership. 5th Edn. Cengage Learning.
7. Edwards,Aaron. (2017). War. Oneworld Publications. England.
8. Freedman, Lawrence (Ed.) (1994). War. Oxford: Oxford University Press.
9. Jeremy Black, (2000). War: Past, Present & Future, Sutton Publishing Ltd.

England.
10. Jordan D, Kiras JD, Lonsdale DJ, Speller I, Tuck C, Walton D, (2009),

Understanding Modern Warfare. Cambridge University Press, New York.
11. Keegan, John. (2003). Intelligence in War. Knopf, London.
12. Kim Yin Chan, Star Soh, Regena Ramaya. (2011). Military Leadership In

The 21st Century. Cengage Learning Asia Pte. Ltd. Singapore.
13. Nye Jr, Joseph and Welch DA (2014). Understanding Global Conflict &

Cooperation : Intro to Theory & History. 9th Ed. Pearson Edu Ltd,UK.
14. Paret, Peter (Ed.). (1986). Makers of Modern Strategy from Machiavelli

to the Nuclear Age. Oxford: University Press.
15. Ralby, Aaron. (2013). Atlas of Military History. Paragon Books Ltd. UK.
16. Roberts, Andrew.(2011). Great Commanders of the Medieval World,

454-1582, The Early Modern World 1583-1865, and The Modern World
, 1566 - Present Day. Quercus. London.
17. Taylor, Philip M. (1995). Munitions of Minds: A History of Propaganda
From Ancient World to Present Day. Manchester University Press. UK.
18. Trim Peter RJ and Lee, Yang Im, (2014) Cyber Security Management.
Gower Publishing, England.
19. Tzu, Sun. (1994). The Art of War. New York: Barnes & Noble.
20. Williamson Murray and Peter R. Mansoor (eds), (2012), Hybrid Warfare:
Fighting Complex Opponents from the Ancient World to the Present.
Cambridge University Press. New York.
21. Wilson, John. Hughes, (2017). On Intelligence - The History of
Espionage and the Secret World. Constable, London.
22. UPNM War Studies Reading Lists
23. 1949 Geneva Convention I – IV and Protocol Additional to the Geneva
Convention 1949. Relating to the Protection of Victims of International
Armed Conflict (Protocol I – III).

Refer to PSD 5133 War Studies, Command and Leadership handbook for

activity details and worksheets.

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1 Name of COMMANDANT PAPER I (COMPA I)
Course
PSD 5142
2 Code Mrs. Herlin anak Aman (Course Convenor)
3 Lecturer(s) Assoc Prof Dr Radziah binti Abdul Rahim

4 Semester/Year Semester 1 Academic Session 2023

5 Credit Hours 2

6 Prerequisite None

7 Course The objectives of the course are as follows:
Objectives 1. To expose CP to the essential elements in academic research and research
proposal.
2. To guide CP on the research process and the principle activities related to
that process.
3. To enable CP to write an effective research proposal related to a topic suited
to the programme which they will carry out in the following semester.

8 Course At the end of the course, the participants should be able to:
Learning
Outcome CLO 1 Discuss research process and the principle activities related to
(CLO) CLO 2 the research methodology (PLO 2, PLO 3)
Produce a research proposal on a topic related to the programme
by utilising the research process in accordance with the guided
structure (PLO 8)

9 Teaching- Lectures, discussions, consultation and proposal paper.
Learning and
Assessment
Strategy

10 Synopsis This course is designed to provide CP an understanding of the fundamental
characteristics and processes of academic research in social science. It will
explore the various types of research and the methodologies distinctive to each
type. However, emphasis will be given on the qualitative research methods. In
addition, the CP will also be instructed on the structure of an academic proposal
to guide them in the preparation of their respective research proposal.

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11 Mode of Lectures, discussions and consultations.
Delivery
(Continuous Assessment) Grading Scheme:
12 Assessment
Method and Consultations 10% Pass
Types A+ 90 – 100
Research Proposal 90% A 80 – 89
13 Topics A- 75 – 79
Total 100% B+ 70 – 74
B 65 – 69

Fail
B- 60 – 64
C+ 55 – 59
C 50 – 54
C- 45 – 49
D+ 40 – 44
D 35 – 39
D- 30 – 34

E 29 or less

1. Course briefing and introduction to research
2. Types of research
3. The research process:

a. identifying the problem
b. literature review
c. research questions/hypotheses/objectives
d. Research framework
e. Research design and analysis
4. Avoiding plagiarism and plagiarism software (Turnitin)
5. The research proposal
6. APA style and Reference software (Mendeley)
7. Preparing the proposal, library research and consultation

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14 References Main references:
1. Ahmad Mazli Muhammad, Krishnakumari, K. & Michael, A. S. (2020).

Academic writing matters! A comprehensive guidebook for academic
writing. McGraw-Hill Education (Malaysia) Sdn Bhd.
2. Chua, Y. P. (2020). Mastering Research Methods. 2nd ed. McGraw- Hill
Education
3. Creswell, J. W. & Guetterman, T. C. (2021). Educational research:
Planning, conducting, and evaluating quantitative and qualitative
research. 6th ed. Pearson.
4. Creswell, J. W. & Creswell, J. D. (2018). Qualitative, quantitative and mixed
methods approaches. 5th ed. SAGE Publications Ltd.
5. Fauziah Ibrahim, Kahdijah Alavi & Nazirah Hassan. (2019). Penulisan tesis:
Kajian kualitatif dan kuantitatif. Penerbit UKM.
6. Flick, U. (2018). An introduction to qualitative research. 6th ed. Sage
Publications Inc.
7. Leedy, P. D. & Ormrod, J. E. (2019). Practical research: Planning and
design. 12th ed. Pearson.
8. National Defence University of Malaysia. (2019). MAFSC guide to COMPA
writing. National Defence University of Malaysia.

15 Other Additional references:
Additional 1. Fuad Mohamed Berawi. (2017). Penyelidikan: Panduan menulis tesis.
Information Penerbit UUM
2. Glesne, C. (2016). Becoming qualitative researchers: An introduction. 5th
ed. Pearson.
3. Pandiyan, V., Rajagopal, P., Atikah Samsul, Rohani Mohd, Nazura
Mohamed & Akmal Aini. (2014). Research Methodology: tool, methods and
techniques. Asian Academy.
4. Ranjit, K. (2014). Research methodology: A step by step guide for beginners.
4th ed. SAGE Publications Ltd.

For APA style of writing refer to:
American Psychological Association. (2019). Publication manual of the
American Psychological Association. 7th ed. American Psychological
Association.

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1 Name of COMMANDANT PAPER II (COMPA II)
Course

2 Code PSD 5212
3 Lecturer(s)
Mrs. Herlin anak Aman (Course Convenor)
Assoc Prof Dr Radziah binti Abdul Rahim

4 Semester/Year Semester II Academic Session 2023

5 Credit Hours 2

6 Prerequisite Fulfill COMPA 1

7 Course The objectives of the course are as follows:
Objectives 1. To enable CP to effectively conduct a scholarly research.
2. To enable CP to apply knowledge of research processes throughout the study
by utilising appropriate research design and analysis.
3. To enable CP to produce the final academic paper in accordance with the
required structure and format.

8 Course At the end of the course, the CP should be able to:
Learning
Outcome CLO 1 Demonstrate the ability to use suitable research methods and data
(CLO) CLO 2 analysis in the research study (PLO 8).
Produce a research paper according to scholarly standard within
the stipulated time (PLO 8).

9 Teaching- Consultation and drafts of report.
Learning and
Assessment
Strategy

10 Synopsis This course is the culmination of COMPA from the previous semester. CP will
be required to produce a 12,000 to 14,000-word dissertation on a relevant topic
11 Mode of related to the programme. The dissertation must be completed within the current
Delivery semester. In producing the final paper, the CP are required to effectively apply
knowledge on academic research and the principle activities related to the
research process as instructed in COMPA I.

Consultation.

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12 Assessment (Continuous Assessment) Grading Scheme:
Method and
Types Supervisor Consultation 10% Pass
Research report 45% A+ 90 – 100
13 Topics A 80 – 89
Second Research report 45% A- 75 – 79
reader 100% B+ 70 – 74
Total B 65 – 69

Fail
B- 60 – 64
C+ 55 – 59
C 50 – 54
C- 45 – 49
D+ 40 – 44
D 35 – 39
D- 30 – 34

E 29 or less

During the course of the semester, CP will focus on the following activities:

The research background: examining the pertinent issues
RQ/RO 1: analysis and discussion
RQ/RO 2: analysis and discussion
RQ/RO 3: analysis and discussion
The final analysis: Concluding the research
The final report

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14 References Main references:
1. Ahmad Mazli Muhammad, Krishnakumari, K. & Michael, A. S. (2020).
Academic writing matters! A comprehensive guidebook for academic writing.
McGraw-Hill Education (Malaysia) Sdn Bhd.
2. Chua, Y. P. (2020). Mastering Research Methods. 2nd ed. McGraw- Hill
Education
3. Creswell, J. W. & Guetterman, T. C. (2021). Educational research:
Planning, conducting, and evaluating quantitative and qualitative research. 6th
ed. Pearson.
4. Creswell, J. W. & Creswell, J. D. (2018). Qualitative, quantitative and mixed
methods approaches. 5th ed. SAGE Publications Ltd.
5. Fauziah Ibrahim, Kahdijah Alavi & Nazirah Hassan. (2019). Penulisan tesis:
Kajian kualitatif dan kuantitatif. Penerbit UKM.
6. Flick, U. (2018). An introduction to qualitative research. 6th ed. Sage
Publications Inc.
7. Leedy, P. D. & Ormrod, J. E. (2019). Practical research: Planning and
design. 12th ed. Pearson.
8. National Defence University of Malaysia. (2019). MAFSC guide to COMPA
writing. National Defence University of Malaysia.

15 Other Additional references:
Additional 1. Fuad Mohamed Berawi. (2017). Penyelidikan: Panduan menulis tesis.
Information Penerbit UUM
2. Glesne, C. (2016). Becoming qualitative researchers: An introduction. 5th
ed. Pearson.
3. Pandiyan, V., Rajagopal, P., Atikah Samsul, Rohani Mohd, Nazura
Mohamed & Akmal Aini. (2014). Research Methodology: tool, methods and
techniques. Asian Academy.
4. Ranjit, K. (2014). Research methodology: A step by step guide for beginners.
4th ed. SAGE Publications Ltd.

For APA style of writing refer to:
American Psychological Association. (2019). Publication manual of the
American Psychological Association. 7th ed. American Psychological
Association.

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1 Name of MALAYSIAN SECURITY AND DEVELOPMENT STUDIES (MSDS)
Course PSD 5224

2 Code

3 Lecturer(s) 1. Kol Assoc. Prof. Dr. Mohd Zaini bin Salleh (Retired) (Course Convenor)
2. Mej Jen Dato’ Dr. A. Endry Nixon (R)

3. Dr. Azrul Azlan bin Abdul Rahman

4. Dr. Wong Chooi Ye

4 Semester/Year Semester II Academic Session 2023

5 Credit Hours 4 Credit Hours

6 Prerequisite None

7 Course The objectives of this course are as follow:
Objectives 1. To understand the Philosophy and Doctrine of the Malaysian Security and

8 Course Development (SECDEV/KESBAN), its implementation and implication
Learning towards the security of Malaysia.
Outcome 2. To compare some portions of the Malaysian SECDEV implementation with
(CLO) other countries’ experiences as a lesson to be learned.
3. To explore the rationale of the application Concept of SECDEV in relation
with the Malaysia’s current dynamic security and development challenges
involving various elements, i.e. security dimensions, development progress,
and the challenges due to threats emerged.
4. To analyse the important of SECDEV concept and theories dealing with
traditional and non-traditional issues and challenges through field visit and
study.

At the end of the course, the student should be able to:

CLO1 Illustrate the philosophy, doctrine and concept of Security and
Development (SECDEV), its practical application and its impact
CLO2 towards Malaysia’s National Security.
CLO3
CLO4 Discuss the rationale of Concept of SECDEV and its relation to
the present day multi-security challenges in the changing
environment.

Analyse the application of the theories and concepts of SECDEV
which suit to current issues of security and development.

Report the evolution process on the application of theories and
concepts of SECDEV from its beginning to present day.

9 Teaching- Teaching & Learning Methods:
Learning and Lectures, Tutorials, Student-Centred Leaning, Case Study, e-Learning.
Assessment
Strategy Assessment:
Exam, Case Study, Group Assignment and Tutorial Presentations.

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10 Synopsis  The course aims at enabling the student to engage in the study of the Doctrine
(concepts, principles and strategies) of Security and Development
11 Mode of (KESBAN) and its implementation process by the Malaysian Government
Delivery which initiated since it experienced against the armed insurrection of the
Communist Party of Malaya (CPM). In general, students will be able to
12 Assessment study the implementation process of the Doctrine of KESBAN starting from
Method and the period of the first Malayan Emergency, and Second Malaysian
Types Insurgency as a basic foundation and uniqueness of it.

 The study of Malaysian Security and Development (SECDEV) continued
with the course aims at enabling the student to engange in the study of the
Doctrine (concepts, principles and strategies) of Security and Development
(KESBAN) and its implementation process by the Malaysian Goverment
which initiated since it experienced against the armed insurrection of the
Communist Party of Malaya(CPM).

 Students will be able to study the implementation process of the Doctrine of
Malaysian KESBAN during the entire period of the first Malayan Emergency
and Second Malaysian Insurgency in general.

 Apart, as a continuously learning process, students are also will be exposed
with the contemporary consepts and theories of SECDEV. As a whole,
students are expected to evaluate the current Malaysian Security and
Development (SECDEV) scenarios based on it the respective theories,
concepts, policies, strategies, and implementations to meet with a more
dynamic future security and development challenges, through a combination
of academic perspectives and national practices.

- Lectures, Tutorial, Group Work/ Discussions
- Case Study and written assignments
- Field Study and presentations
- e-Learning

a. On- Going Assessment = 60% Grading Scheme:
- Midterm Examination
- Case Study/ Assignment = 30% Pass
- Presentation = 20% A+ 90 – 100
= 10% A 80 – 89
A- 75 – 79
b. Final Assessment = 40% B+ 70 – 74
(Field study Report) B 65 – 69
- Group Presentation = 15%
- Written Report = 25% Fail
B- 60 – 64
TOTAL = 100% C+ 55 – 59
C 50 – 54
C- 45 – 49
D+ 40 – 44
D 35 – 39
D- 30 – 34

E 29 or less

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13 Topics  Topic 1: Course Briefing and Introduction.

14 Main  Topic 2: SECDEV: General Concept and Elements.
References  Topic 3: SECDEV: Concept, Principle & Strategy of Malaysia’s Practices

in the first and Second Emergency.
 Topic 4: SECDEV: Comparison of SECDEV Strategy: Malaysia and

Vietnam Experiences.
 Topic 5: Transformation of SECDEV: Shifting of MAF/Security Forces

Dimensions.
 Topic 6:Transformation of SECDEV: Mega Infrastructure Projects and

Economics – 1990s – 2000 (Agricultural Base and Shifting Periods) – Part
1.
 Topic 7: Mid Term Exam.

 Topic 8: Transformation of SECDEV: Mega Infrastructure Projects and
Economics (2000 – Present/Beyond) – Part II.

 Topic 9: SECDEV: The Present Regional IS and IDEV.

 Topic 10: SECDEV: Globalisation, Cyber & Technology: Impact and
Challenge to Security and Development – Part I.

 Topic 11: Globalisation, Cyber & Technology: Impact and Challenge to
Security and Development – Part II.

 Topic 12: SECDEV New Approaches: Contemporary Issues and Challenges
in SIAM Model.

 Topic 13: SECDEV: Case Study – Guest Lecturer.
 Topic 14: Academic Briefing – Ex. KAJIMATAN.
 Topic 15 – Field Research – Ex KAJIMATAN.

 Report Writing & Final Presentation.

1. Allagapa, M. (1987), The National Security of Developing Societies, London,
Auburn House.
2. Beswick, Danielle & Jackson, Paul, (ed.), (2015), Conflict, Security and
Development: An Introduction, Routledge, London.
3. Buzan, Barry, (1991), People, State and Fear, Boulder, Colorado, Lynnee
Rienner Publishers.
4. Dr. Mahathir Mohamad, (2011), A Doctor In The House, MPH Group
Publishing Sdn Bhd, Selangor, Malaysia.
5.Ghandi, Navniit (2010), National Security: Emerging Dimensions and
Threat. Pentagon Security International, New Delhi.
6. O’Balance, Edgar, (1966), Malaya, The Communist Insurgent War, 1948-
1960. Hamden, Connecticut: Archon Books.
7. Ong Weichong, (2015), Malaysia’s Defeat of Communism: The Second
Emergency, 1968-1989, Rouletge, London.
8. Rajah Rasiah & Kamal Salih, (ed.), (2019), Driving Development: Revisiting
Razak’s Role In Malaysia’s Economic Progress, University Malaya Press,
Kuala Lumpur.
9. Ramakrishna, K. (2002), Emergency Propaganda: The Winning of Malayan
Hearts and Minds, Surrey, Curzon Press.

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Additional 1. Dasar Keselamatan & Ketenteraman Awam (DKKA), (2019), Kementerian
References Dalam Negeri, Putrajaya.
2. Dasar Pertahanan Negara (DPN), (2010), Kementerian Pertahanan, Kuala
15 Other Lumpur.
Additional 3. Kertas Putih Pertahanan (KPP), (2019), Kementerian Pertahanan, Kuala
Information Lumpur.
4. National Security Policy (NSP) (English Version), (2013), Majlis
Keselamatan Negara, Putrajaya.
5. Dasar Keselamatan negara 2021 – 2025, Majlis Keselamatan Negara,
Putrajaya.
6. Malaysian Armed Forces Publications and Prime Mininster Departments
Publications. (Yearly Updating and Re-Printing).
7. Short, Anthony, (1975), The Communist Insurgency in Malaysia,1948 –
1960, London, Federick Muller.
8. Spear, J. & Williams, P.D (2012), Security and Development in Global
Politics: A Critical Comparison, Georgetown Univ. Press.
9. Wawasan Kemakmuran Bersama 2030 (WKB), (2018), Jabatan Perdana
Menteri (JPM), Putrajaya.

Refer to PSD 5224 Malaysian Security and Development Studies handbook
for activity sheet and reading material.

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1 Name of DEFENCE MANAGEMENT (DM)
Course PSD 5233

2 Code

3 Lecturer(s) 1. Lt Kol Assoc. Prof. Dr. S. Ananthan a (Retired) (Course Convenor)
2. Kol Assoc. Prof. Dr. Mohd Nor bin Yahaya (Retired)
3. Kdr Ts. Dr. Haliza binti Mohd Zahari TLDM
4. Lt Kol Assoc. Prof. Dr. Mohammad Daud bin Hj. Johari (Retired)

4 Semester/Year Semester II Academic Session 2023

5 Credit Hours 3 Credit Hours

6 Prerequisite None

7 Course To impart knowledge on:
Objectives 1. The fundamental issues surrounding the economic environment of defence.
2. The challenges of managing defence organisations with limited budget and

scarce resources.
3. The mechanics of capability development and management.

8 Course At the end of the course, the student should be able to:
Learning
Outcome CLO1 Appraise issues and challenges in defence management (PLO1).
(CLO) CLO2
CLO3 Examine the methodologies of defence resources management
(PLO4).
Analyse approaches to capability development and management
(PLO9).

9 Teaching- Teaching & Learning Methods:

Learning and Lectures, tutorials, student-centred learning.

Assessment

Strategy Assessment:

Test, exam, case study, and group assignment.

10 Synopsis Defence management is a strategic issue for defence forces. This course
endeavours to introduce future commanders and staff to the various issues and
challenges of management in contemporary defence organisations. Officers
need to recognize that defence resources are often limited and its allocation is
an economic problem of choice. These require a thorough understanding of the
economic environment of defence, budgetary issues, acquisition of capital
assets, capability development and its management. Other aspects which relate
to resources management such as the application of operations research
techniques, employment of private military contractors and, ethics and
governance in defence will also be discussed.

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11 Mode of Lecture, class and tutorial discussions, case study, independent study.
Delivery

12 Assessment i. Final Examination = 40% Grading Scheme:
Method and = 60%
Types ii. On-Going Assessment Pass
= 100% A+ 90 – 100
13 Topics a. Midterm Exam = 30% A 80 – 89
A- 75 – 79
14 Main b. Assignments = 30% B+ 70 – 74
References B 65 – 69
Additional TOTAL
References Fail
B- 60 – 64
C+ 55 – 59
C 50 – 54
C- 45 – 49
D+ 40 – 44
D 35 – 39
D- 30 – 34

E 29 or less

 Topic 1: Course Briefing and Introduction
 Topic 2: Strategic Defence Management and National Defence Policy
 Topic 3: Defence Economy
 Topic 4: Resources Available for Defence and Defence Budgets
 Topic 5: Defence Industry and Force Modernisation
 Topic 6: Defence Logistics Management (ILS)
 Topic 7: Defence Acquisition Management
 Topic 8: Defence Resources Management
 Topic 9: Impact of Operational Research on Defence Management
 Topic 10: Defence Capability Planning
 Topic 11: Defence Capability Management
 Topic 12: Employment of Private Military Contractors
 Topic 13: Ethics and Governance in Defence Management
 Topic 14: Future Trends in Defence Management

1. Bland, D.L. (1999). Issues in Defence Management. McGill-Queens
University: Kingston.

2. Bucur-Marcu, H., Fluri, P., & Tagarev, T. (Eds). (2009). Defence
management: An introduction. Geneva Centre for the Democratic Control
of the Armed Forces. http://www.dcaf.ch

1. Cole, E., Fluri, P. & Lunn, S., (Eds.), (2015). Oversight and Guidance:
Parliaments and Security Sector Governance, Geneva: DCAF.

2. Carafano, J.J. (2008). Private Sector and Public Wars: Contractors in
Combat – Afghanistan, Iraq, and Future Conflicts. London: Praeger
Security International.

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3. Daft, R.L. (2018). New Era of Management (11th Edition). South-Western
– Cengage Learning, Canada.

4. Davis, P.K. (2002). Analytic Architecture for Capabilities-Based Planning,
Mission-System Analysis, and Transformation. RAND USA.

5. McConville, T. & Holmes, R. (Eds) (2003). Defence Management in
Uncertain Times (Cranfield Defence Management Series 3). London: Frank
Cass.

6. Ministry of Defence (2020). Defence White Paper: A Secure, Sovereign
and Prosperous Malaysia.
http://www.mod.gov.my/images/mindef/article/kpp/Defence%20White%
20Paper.pdf

7. National Defence Policy, (2010).
http://www.mod.gov.my/pda/dasarpertahanan.html

15 Other Refer to PSD 5233 Defence Management handbook for activity sheet and
Additional reading material.
Information

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1 Name of JOINT OPERATION PLANNING PROCESS (JOPP)
Course PSD 5133

2 Code

3 Lecturer(s) 1. Kdr Ajit Singh s/o Serjit Singh RMN
2. Lt Kol Ismail bin Mohamed

4 Semester/Year Semester III Academic Session 2023
5 Credit Hours 3 Credit Hours
6 Prerequisite None

7 Course 1. Deliberate military operational and crisis planning in complex and
Objectives
contemporary environment.
8 Course
Learning 2. Employment and deployment of military assets in achieving national
Outcome
(CLO) objectives.

9 Teaching- 3. Employment and deployment of logistical assets in supporting the
Learning and
Assessment operational framework.
Strategy
4. Sustainment of deployed formations in operations.
10 Synopsis
5. Restoration of governance mechanism.

At the end of the course, the student shall be able to:

Discuss military deliberate and crisis planning in complex

CLO1 and contemporary environment at operational level.

(PLO4)

CLO2 Initiate the functioning of Joint Task Force in independent,
multi-national and coalition operations. (PLO8)

Employ military assets, maintain and sustain formations,

CLO3 coordinate mission essential national resources in
safeguarding sovereignty and achieving national interest.

(PLO3)

Teaching & Learning Methods:

Lectures, tutorials, practical

Assessment:
Quiz, assignment & practical test (Presentation, exercises, wargame
simulation & CPX)
This course is designed as an application of related operational and
military capabilities, an integration of deliberate military operational
and crisis planning in complex and contemporary environment via
employment of military capabilities and national resources. The Joint
Operation Planning Process (JOPP) will be performed by applying the
environment aspects, intelligence and detail process of planning for the
conduct of operations and related service support requirements. It will
enable the enhancement knowledge and decision-making abilities in
various aspects of JOPP involving Joint military operations by applying
intelligence, operations and logistics analysis. The module includes the
concepts, principles and procedure of Joint warfare within the Malaysian
Armed Forces (MAF) roles and tasks. The end state of the course is to
enable students in planning at Joint operational level.

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