Overview
Tunku Abdul Rahman University of Management and
Technology (TAR UMT) — formerly known as TAR UC — is one of Malaysia’s
oldest, most established, and most affordable universities.
Founded in 1969, TAR UMT has over 55 years of academic excellence,
especially in engineering, computing, business, accounting, finance, and
creative industries.
Known for its strong industry connections and highly practical education, TAR
UMT produces graduates who are job-ready, skilled, and competitive in both
Malaysian and international markets.
🌍 Location & Campuses
1. TAR UMT Kuala Lumpur (Main Campus – Setapak)
- Large,
modern, fully integrated campus
- Engineering
& technology laboratories
- Computing
and software development labs
- Accounting
& finance training facilities
- Creative
design studios and media labs
- Sports
complex, student hostels, and learning hubs
- Located
near major commercial areas
- Safe,
affordable, multicultural environment
2. Branch Campuses
- Penang
- Perak
- Johor
- Pahang
- Sabah
These campuses offer core bachelor programs, especially in
business, IT, and engineering.
⭐ Reputation & Academic
Excellence
- One of
Malaysia’s top value-for-money universities
- Known
for producing highly employable graduates
- Strong
collaborations with industries across Asia
- Widely
recognized for excellence in:
- Software
Engineering & Computing
- Engineering
Disciplines
- Accounting
& Finance
- Business
& Management
- Media
& Creative Arts
- Many
programs have international recognition from:
- ACCA
- CFA
Institute
- Board
of Engineers Malaysia
- IEEE
TAR UMT is highly respected by employers for practical
training and strong academic foundations.
🎓 Faculties &
Academic Programs
Faculty of Computing & Information Technology
- Software
Engineering
- Computer
Science
- Information
Systems
- Data
Science
- Artificial
Intelligence
- Networking
& Security
Faculty of Engineering & Technology
- Electronics
Engineering
- Mechatronics
- Mechanical
Engineering
- Telecommunication
Engineering
- Manufacturing
Engineering
Faculty of Business & Finance
- Business
Administration
- Marketing
- International
Business
- Logistics
& Supply Chain
- Entrepreneurship
Faculty of Accountancy, Finance & Business
- Accounting
- Finance
- Financial
Technology (FinTech)
- Audit
& Taxation
- Economics
Faculty of Communication & Creative Industries
- Mass
Communication
- Public
Relations
- Broadcasting
- Multimedia
Design
- Advertising
Postgraduate Programs
- MBA
- MSc in
various business and tech disciplines
- Research-based
Master’s & PhD programs
💡 Key Strengths
- One
of the most affordable universities in Malaysia (low tuition fees)
- Highly
practical, industry-focused curriculum
- Excellent
employability rate for graduates
- Strong
reputation in IT, engineering, business, and accounting
- Large
and advanced campus with modern learning facilities
- Long
history (since 1969) with outstanding academic credibility
- Wide
range of pathways for both undergraduate and postgraduate studies
- Supportive
environment for international students
🎯 Why We Recommend TAR
UMT to UniGate Students
- Ideal
for students seeking quality education at low cost
- Perfect
for those interested in Software Engineering, Computing, Business,
Accounting, and Engineering
- Strong
academic credibility and recognition among employers
- Safe,
multicultural campus located in Kuala Lumpur
- Outstanding
value for money — high quality + affordable tuition
- Great
for students from the Middle East, Africa, and Asia seeking practical
skills and career growth
