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What It Is

Open Distance Learning (ODL) is a mode of study that eliminates the necessity for teachers and students to be at the same time and at the same place.

ODL offers flexibility for both teachers and students that need to conduct teaching and learning activities with their own space and time. Therefore, this mode of study is suitable for working adults, which they can work and learn at the same time.

We at International College of Yayasan Melaka (ICYM) offers great opportunity for working adults who want to pursue their studies without leaving their job. You can choose your own learning time, anytime and anywhere without coming to our college. Our Learning Management System (LMS) contains all learning theories, activities, and assessments that enable you to acquire diploma at your own convenience.

All the teaching and learning activities are conduct 100% online using our LMS. Once you register you will get an id and password for the LMS access and you can start to learn.

Why ODL

No Distance Barrier

You can remotely learn from your own space. You don’t have to attend class in the college. If you can communicate using LMS, you can be our student.

No Time Barrier

Suitable for working adults who are working during daytime. You can choose your own learning time whenever you feel free to do so.

Life Long Learning

If you have been working for some time, and want to increase your level of education that enable you compete with those who have the qualifications, ODL is the right program for you.

Save Cost

Our ODL program fee is lower than the conventional mode of study.

How ?

Register With us. We offer two diploma programmes which are Diploma in Accounting and Diploma in Information Technology.
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Login to our Learning Management System (e-class). Explore our system. We provide orientation course, user manual, and helpdesk to assist you in anything regarding your study. Have a peek.
Register Course. You must register for several courses per semester. Refer to program structure. Each course will have its own course page in e-class that contains eBooks, slides, videos, and activities to get marks for the course.
Participate in Activities. Every week, there are some activities (assignments, quizzes, tests, lab works, and project) you must complete for each course based on the course assessment. These activities will be put into each course by the lecturer assigned. Complete the activities anytime during the weeks and get the feedback from the lecturer. All of these will be done using eclass.
Examination. At the end of the semester, there will be final examination for students to sit. Exam will be conducted asynchronous online where you can answer it anytime during the week but with limited answering duration.
End of the semester. Finally, wait for your result and register for the next semester.

The Program

DIPLOMA IN MARKETING

Synopsis
The Diploma in Marketing programme through Distance Learning (ODL) and Work-Based Learning (WBL) is designed to provide a comprehensive educational experience relevant to the marketing industry.

In the first two years, students complete their studies through Open and Distance Learning (ODL), where they engage with theoretical coursework via online platforms. This flexible approach allows students to study at their own pace from any location, making it ideal for balancing work or other commitments.

In the third and final year, students transition into Work-Based Learning (WBL), where they apply the knowledge acquired in real-world industry settings. By this point, students are well-equipped with the academic foundation needed to contribute meaningfully to their workplace experience. This combination of ODL and WBL ensures students graduate with both the comprehensive theoretical understanding and practical skills necessary for a successful marketing career, while also building valuable industry connections.
Entry Requirements
- PASS Sijil Pelajaran Malaysia (SPM) with minimum THREE (3) CREDITS OR;
- Other recognized qualifications are equivalent to it by Government of Malaysia.

For international students, Score Test of English as a Foreign Language(TOEFL) 500 OR Score International English Language Testing System (IELTS) 5.0 OR equivalent qualification.

Career Prospects
- Marketing Executive
- Sales Executive
- Marketing Strategist
- Brand Executive
- Public Relations (PR) Executive
- Advertising Executive
- Corporate Communications Manager
- Marketing Trends Researcher
- Entrepreneur

Duration

3 Years (2 years ODL and 1 Year WBL)
6 Semesters
90 Credit Hours