Sunway-Math
Sunway-Math
SCIENCES
- Prospectus -
2023
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Registration no : 200701042913 (800946-T)
No. 5, Jalan Universiti, Bandar Sunway, 47500 Selangor Darul Ehsan, Malaysia.
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ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
Preparatory Course Entry English Specific
Programme
RequirementS Requirements Requirements
A series of well-planned preparatory course is conducted and offered exclusively to students from the
BSc (Hons) in Industrial Statistics programme, which leads to the award of the globally recognized SAS
Certified Data Scientist qualification. STPM Average C+ or CGPA 2.33 (Minimum 2 principals)
A-Level Minimum 12 points (Minimum of Grade D from IELTS or equivalent 6.0
In addition to the Prediction Modeling module, the other three modules are 2 subjects) MUET Band 4
Data Curation for SAS Data Scientists, Advanced Predictive Modeling, and
BSc (Hons) in Australian Matriculation ATAR 60
Text Analytics, Time Series, Experimentation and Optimization. SPM English B3 or B+
Actuarial Studies
Canadian International Matriculation Programme 60% UEC English B4
MUFY 60% O-Level English Credit
Sunway Foundation in Arts CGPA 2.00 Sunway Intensive Credit in
SMS Alumni Homecoming Sunway Foundation in Science & Technology English Programme
Mathematics
CGPA 2.00 at SPM or
(IEP) Pass Level 4 with equivalent
UEC Maximum 26 points from 5 subjects (all Grade Bs) minimum 65%
The School of Mathematical Sciences (SMS) Alumni Homecoming
2022 event brought together alumni, industrial partners, students, IB Diploma C
ompleted with minimum 25 points ESL/English
and lecturers in a meaningful engagement session. (excluding bonus points) Satisfactory level
BSc (Hons) in
Industrial Sunway Diploma* CGPA 2.00 or equivalent in Pre-University
The event featured the presentation of Outstanding Alumni Awards Statistics *Students may obtain advanced standing if credit transfer requirements programmes,
and Top Employers Award, as well as a forum sharing session by are met. where the medium of
alumni. Other Qualifications Any other qualifications will be instruction is English
considered on a case-to-case basis
Intakes DURATION
JANUARY • APRIL • SEPTEMBER 3 YEARS
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PATHWAYS
The Institute The Institute and The Society of PhD in
of Actuaries Faculty of Actuaries Actuaries Mathematical
Australia (IFoA) (SOA) Sciences
https://www.actuaries.asn.au https://www.actuaries.org.uk https://www.soa.org
Part III
Programme introduction Distinctive Sunway Experience INDUSTRIAL CONSULTANCY ELIGIBLE FOR 2 SAS IMPROVED INDUSTRY
The BSc (Hons) in Industrial Statistics Programme helps prepare students to sit and pass the PROJECTS (ICP) JOINT CERTIFICATES VALIDATED SKILLS
Sunway University BSc (Hons) in following exams leading to the globally recognised SAS Certified Data Scientist qualification: Through our Centre for Actuarial and • Advanced Statistical Techniques for Our programme prepares students
Industrial Statistics is a home- Analytics Research (CAAARE), students Data Science and Predictive Analytics for the globally recognised SAS
• Exam 1: Data Curation for SAS Data Scientists gain practical experiences doing • Data Science Certified Data Scientist certification.
grown 3-year degree programme • Exam 2: Predictive Modeling
designed to equip students with Industrial Consultancy Projects (ICP)
• Exam 3: Advanced Predictive Modeling
the fundamental, advanced and from various industries.
• Exam 4: Text Analytics, Time Series, Experimentation and Optimization
specialised mathematics and
statistics knowledge; key to To produce industry-ready graduates and enhance our students’ employability, professional Summer school*
producing a dynamic, in-demand, exam preparatory courses and workshops such as R, SAS, Excel, and Python are being LONDON SCHOOL OF ECONOMICS (LSE)
and skilled workforce for almost conducted. 3 weeks summer school *Subject to changes & lifting of travel restrictions
every industry.
JPT/BPP(U)(N/462/6/0036/PA9749)10/23
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PATHWAYS
Statistician The Society Casualty American PhD in
#1 Best Business Jobs
of Actuaries Actuarial SAS Society for Mathematical
#2 Best STEM Jobs
(SOA) Society (CAS) Institute Quality (ASQ) Sciences
#2 100 Best Jobs https://www.sas.com
https://www.soa.org https://www.casact.org https://asq.org
U.S. NEWS & WORLD REPORT (offered in Sunway University)
Module
Module Module
• Text Analytics, Time
• Advanced Topics in Model • Online Course on Ethics Series, Experimentation and
Development & Validation* and Professionalism Optimization
• Advanced Predictive Modeling Certified Six Sigma
• Model Development & • Case Study Project Black Belt (CSSBB)
Validation • Predictive Modeling
• Predictive Modeling -
• Feature Generation & Methods & Techniques MSc in
Selection
• Data Concepts and & Mathematical
• Data Exploration Visualization Sciences
(offered in Sunway University)
• Data Design, • Property-Casualty SAS Certified Professional:
Transformation & Insurance Fundamentals Certified Six Sigma
Data Curation for SAS Data
Visualization Green Belt (CSSGB)
Scientist
• Problem Definition and
Project Management
Data Curation Professional
• Predictive Analytics Tools
Actuarial
Analytics
Pathway
Certified Six Sigma
Yellow Belt (CSSYB)
SUNWAY UNIVERSITY
Data Scientist Quality Professional ACADEMIA
Pathway Pathway PATHWAY
BSc (Hons) in
INDUSTRIAL
STATISTICS
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Ahmed Thanzeem CHIAM LI LI Foo See Yee Mohammad Danial A’rif bin
BSc (Hons) in BSC (Hons) in BSc (Hons) in Haji Mohammad Yani Mardeny
Actuarial Studies Industrial Statistics Actuarial Studies BSc (Hons) in
Actuarial Studies
Company: Company: Company:
Dhivehi Insurance Company RGA Tricor Axcelasia Company:
Private Limited (Maldives) Position: Position: Insurans Islam TAIB Sdn. Bhd
Position: Business Administration Analyst Data Analyst Position:
Assistant Manager – Underwriting Executive Officer, Actuarial Division
& Statistics, Technical Department
Arshad Malik Desmond Chong, ACAS LIM WEI KIT Mohummud Riffai Purdasy
BSc (Hons) in BSc (Hons) in BSC (Hons) in BSc (Hons) in
Actuarial Studies Actuarial Studies Industrial Statistics Actuarial Studies
Company: Company: Company: Company:
Lembaga Tabung Haji Income Insurance Limited, Unilever Food Solutions PwC Mauritius
Position: Singapore Position: Position:
Executive, Performance and Position: Data Analyst Valuations Associate
Quantitative Analysis Assistant Manager, GI IFRS17
Carmen Choong Wai Lum Foo Hui Shee Lusubilo Singogo Nik Mohamad Khalid
BSc (Hons) in BSc (Hons) in BSc (Hons) in BSc (Hons) in
Actuarial Studies Actuarial Studies Actuarial Studies Actuarial Studies
Company: Company: Company: Company:
Great Eastern Life Assurance HSBC Hong Kong Madison Life Insurance Company Actuarial Partners Consulting
Position: Position: Zambia Limited Position:
Bancassurance Product & Senior Actuarial Analyst Position: Actuarial Analyst
Transformation Assistant Manager Actuarial Technician
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Financial Management
• Affin Hwang Asset Management
Berhad
Tan Jia Jia Thepan Ganesh
BSc (Hons) in BSc (Hons) in Industrial Product & Service
Actuarial Studies Actuarial Studies
• ELMLAB Sdn Bhd
Company: Company: • PETRONAS
KPMG Advisory (Hong Kong) KPMG Malaysia • Sunway Trading and
Limited Position: Manufacturing
Position: Innovation Specialist • Unilever Malaysia Holding
Senior Consultant, Sdn Bhd
Advisory Services
Insurance
• AIA Berhad
• AIG Malaysia Insurance Berhad
• Allianz General Insurance
Tan Jun Jie Zulaikha Asyiqin binti Company (Malaysia) Berhad
BSc (Hons) in Abdul Samad • Allianz Life Insurance Company
Actuarial Studies BSc (Hons) in (Malaysia) Berhad
Actuarial Studies • AmGeneral Insurance Berhad
Company:
AIA Berhad Company: • AmMetLife Insurance Berhad
Takaful Ikhlas Family Berhad • AXA Affin Life Insurance Berhad
Position:
• Etiqa General Insurance Berhad
Actuarial Analyst Position:
• FWD Takaful Berhad
Executive – Actuarial Pricing &
Product Development
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MALAYSIA’S
IN GRADUATE
EMPLOYABILITY
Sunway University was awarded Malaysia’s No.1 in Graduate Employability*, making our graduates officially the
preferred recruitment choice of the nation’s leading brands. This remarkable result highlights the excellent holistic
education the university provides, ensuring our graduates are job ready and future proof.
By providing a wide variety of support, resources and guidance curated by our experienced Sunway Career
Services team, we help students navigate their career pathway and become highly sought after by employers.
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SUNWAY UNIVERSITY DU 025 (B) A member of Sunway Education Group No.5, Jalan Universiti, Bandar Sunway, 47500 Selangor Darul Ehsan. *Talentbank GE Index 2022
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