About MSI

Management and Science Institute (MSI) in Sri Lanka functions as the offshore campus of Management and Science University (MSU), Malaysia. MSI offers a wide range of Diploma and MSU Degree programmes that are directly awarded by MSU Malaysia. Under MSI and MSU.

All Diploma programmes conducted at MSI are accepted and recognized by the Tertiary and Vocational Education Commission (TVEC) of Sri Lanka. Students studying at MSI follow the same academic standards and quality assurance measures as those of MSU Malaysia, ensuring international recognition and mobility of qualifications.

Through this affiliation, MSI students gain access to globally recognized MSU programmes, with the opportunity to transfer or progress to MSU Malaysia for further studies at undergraduate and postgraduate levels.

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About MSU

MSU Malaysia holds recognition from multiple bodies including Malaysian Qualifications Agency (MQA), and is ranked by QS World University Rankings and Times Higher Education, with QS 5-Star ratings in areas like teaching and employability. The university is recognized by partner universities worldwide, is accredited by the Sri Lanka Medical Council (SLMC) for its MBBS program, and received an award as Engaged & Sustainable University of the Year in 2024. 

In terms of the provisions of Public Administration Circular No. 16/92 dated 13th March 1992, the University Grants Commission (UGC) of Sri Lanka recognizes universities that are listed in the Commonwealth Universities Yearbook and the International Handbook of Universities, which serve as authentic references on universities and higher educational institutions worldwide.

Accordingly, the University Grants Commission of Sri Lanka recognizes Management and Science University (MSU), Malaysia as a duly recognized university.

Rankings and Recognitions

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MSU Vision & Mission

VISION
MSU aspires to be a leading transformative global university, engaging the society through entrepreneurship, research, innovation, industry  embedment, and holistic education for a better future.
MISSION

TRANSFORMATIVE

To provide compelling transformative learning experiences through educational opportunities and a collaborative learning environment, both centred on pioneering 
socio-economic transformations through innovative deliveries and with ethical values.
 
GLOBAL
To be a leading globally connected university rooted in culture yet diverse in inclusiveness, providing pathways to knowledge and facilitating knowledge exchange through mobility.
 
ENTREPRENEURIAL
To be the catalyst of a sustainable entrepreneur ecosystem promoting entrepreneurial culture in building leaders with a global mindset.
 
RESEARCH & INNOVATION DRIVEN
To promote a culture of interdisciplinary as well as translational research and innovation in 
responding to national and global challenges, and facilitate commercialisation of the outcomes through entrepreneurship and incubation.
 
INDUSTRY EMBEDDED
To enhance an already collaborative learning environment with the embedment of industries, where applications of knowledge and research align with contemporary needs and are delivered through a curriculum that complements career pathways with the advantages of global mobility and community engagement.
 
CARING INSTITUTION
To ensure the advancement in life of the talented but disadvantaged is not impeded by 
socio-economic standing, with opportunities that enable the gifted to achieve their true potential and actualise their dreams.  
 
HOLISTIC EDUCATION
To mould holistic graduates through a balanced education that enriches their personal, interpersonal and social skills, with a multi-disciplinary approach that nurtures leadership, integrity, professionalism, academic excellence, and a passion for lifelong learning. 
 
BETTER FUTURE
To create diversified career pathways that help transform lives into responsible global citizenship contributing professional talent towards a better future.
 
ONLINE MISSION STATEMENT
Management and Science University strives to ensure the firm support for student-oriented learning towards the university’s vision of nurturing balanced, holistic, and well-rounded graduates. Through the offering of multiple modes of learning, online learning has been a permanent feature at the faculties in bridging the academic delivery and learning experiences across campuses. As a global ranked and engaged university, MSU expands learning opportunities beyond physical campus whilst providing the students with quality education that are accessible, flexible, and active.