DOCTOR OF PHILOSOPHY
The Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D) programme is designed to produce skilled graduates with in-depth knowledge in their related area of research to work independently, competently, creatively, innovatively and professionally. Simultaneously these graduates are able to use their new specialized capabilities to contribute to the body of knowledge for the benefit of mankind.
The learning outcomes of this programme are as follows:
- apply in-depth knowledge, advanced theories and models related to the relevant research areas.
- possess the ability to comprehend the problems, design and execute the research at the highest level of scholarship.
- synthesise advanced multidisciplinary knowledge to improve the skills in decision-making and problem solving as well as having to ability to be creative and innovative.
- communicate with experts and peers in related areas to spearhead advanced knowledge through research.
- possess high values and ethics, excellent attitude and leadership capabilities in academic and professional contexts.
- contribute to the development of knowledge through the production of quality dissertation and publications of international standards.
The programme is offered by full research. However, students without sufficient research skills and knowledge are required to enroll and pass the following courses during the first TWO (2) semesters of their enrolment (i.e. before being allowed to defend their thesis proposal):
- SZRZ6014 Research Methodology
- SCLE6014 Academic Writing
- Any other course as determined by the supervisor or Academic Committee.
To complete the Ph.D. programme, students are required to:
- Present and defend the proposed research/thesis to a committee;
- Present progress reports of research work at colloquiums arranged by the Graduate School or College;
- Produce at least TWO (2) articles, in (Option A or Option B).
- Attend a viva session to defend the thesis; and
- Submit a final thesis
Option A
- at least ONE (1) article is accepted for publication in ISI Journal or Scopus; and
- at least ONE (1) article is under review for publication in a refereed journal.
Option B
- TWO (2) articles are published in a refereed journal
Applicants for the Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) programme must possess:
- a master’s degree from Universiti Utara Malaysia or any other institutions of higher learning recognised by the University Senate; OR
- any other equivalent qualifications recognised by the University Senate; AND
- fulfil the English language requirement as set by the University Senate.
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Topics are related to numerous quantitative science areas as follows (but not limited),
| Decision Science/ Operations Research | Mathematics | Statistics |
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**Please refer Directory Expertise for potential supervisor.
COMPLETED THESES
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THESIS TITLE |
STUDENT | SUPERVISOR & CO-SUPERVISOR |
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A System Dynamic Simulation Approach to Container Terminal Management |
Cheng Jack Kie |
Dr. Razman Mat Tahar (Prof.) |
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An Integration of Rank Order Centroid, Modified Analytical Hierarchy Process and 0-1 Integer Programming in Solving a Facility Location Problem |
Mohammed Ahmed Salem BalhuwaislNazri |
Dr. Engku Muhammad Nazri Engku Abu Bakar (Prof.) |
| Decision Support System Adoption Among Strategic Decision Makers in Higher Learning Institution in Yemen | Saleh Ahmad Ali Alhamassy | |
| A Hybrid Framework for Heuristic Research: The Travelling Salesperson Problem | Stanley Murairwa |
Dr. Engku Muhammad Nazri Engku Abu Bakar (Prof.) |
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Menu Planning Model for Malaysian Boarding School Using Self-Adaptive Hybrid Genetic Algorithms |
Siti Noor Asyikin Mohd Razali | Dr. Engku Muhammad Nazri Engku Abu Bakar (Prof.) |
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Enhanced Evolutionary Algorithm with Cuckoo Search for Nurse Scheduling and Rescheduling Problem |
Lim Huai Tein | Dr. Razamin Ramli (Prof.) |
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Winsorize Tree Algorithm for Handling Outliers in Classification Problem |
Ch'ng Chee Keong |
Dr. Nor Idayu Mahat (Assoc. Prof.) Dr. Ang Chooi Leng (Assoc. Prof.) |
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Evolutionary Algorithms with Average Crossover and Power Heuristics for Aquaculture Diet Formulation |
Rosshairy Abd Rahman | Dr. Razamin Ramli (Prof.) |
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A Multi-attribute Decision Making Procedure using Fuzzy Numbers and Hybrid Aggregators |
Anath Rau a/l Krishnan |
Dr. Maznah Mat Kasim (Assoc. Prof.) Dr. Engku Muhammad Nazri Engku Abu Bakar (Prof.) |
| A Prototype of Knowledge Based Fuzzy Analytic Network Process System for Sustainable Manufacturing Indicator | Adam Sharif Adli Aminuddin |
Dr. Mohd Kamal Mohd Nawawi (Assoc. Prof.) Ir. Dr. Haji Nik Mohd Zuki Nik Mohamed (UMP) |
| The Improvement of Strategic Crops Production Via a Goal Programming Model with Novel Multi-Interval Weights | Ibrahim Zeghaiton Chaloob |
Dr. Mohd Kamal Mohd Nawawi (Assoc. Prof.) Dr. Razamin Ramli (Prof.) |
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Defuzzification of Groups of Fuzzy Numbers using Data Envelopment Analysis |
Jehan Saleh Ahmed |
Dr. Maznah Mat Kasim (Assoc. Prof.) Dr. Majid Zerafat Angize Langroudi |
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An Enhanced Approximation Mathematical Model Inventorying Items in a Multi-Echelon System under a Continuous Review Policy with Probabilistic Demand and Lead-time |
Karzan Mahdi Ghafour |
Dr. Razamin Ramli (Prof.) Dr. Nerda Zura Zaibidi (Assoc. Prof.) |
| A Multiple Channel Queueing Model under an Uncertain Environment with Multiclass Arrivals for Supplying Demands in a Cement Industry | Zeina Mueen Mohammed H. |
Dr. Razamin Ramli (Prof.) Dr. Nerda Zura Zaibidi (Assoc. Prof.) |
| An Alternative Approach of Super Efficiency Slack-Based Measure in Hybrid Integer and Non-Discretionary of Data Envelopment Analysis for Evaluation of Community Colleges | Mushtaq Taleb Hussain |
Dr. Razamin Ramli (Prof.) Dr. Ruzelan Khalid |
| An Integrated Approach of Artificial Neural Networks and System Dynamics for Estimating Product Completion Time in a Semiautomatic Production | Ahmad Afif Ahmarofi |
Dr. Razamin Ramli (Prof.) Dr. Norhaslinda Zainal Abidin (Assoc. Prof.) |
| Decision Framework on Selecting the Optimal Subjective Weighting Method for Evaluating E-Learning Approaches | Husam Jasim Mohammed |
Dr. Maznah Mat Kasim (Assoc. Prof.) Dr. Izwan Nizal Mohd Shaharanee |
| A Hybrid Model of System Dynamics and Genetic Algorithm to Increase Crude Palm Oil Production in Malaysia | Mohd Zabid M. Faeid |
Dr. Norhaslinda Zainal Abidin (Assoc. Prof.) Dr. Shri Dew a/p Applanaidu (Assoc. Prof.) |
| MELex: A New Lexicon for Sentiment Analysis in Mining Public Opinion of Malaysia Affordable Housing Projects | Nurul Husna Mahadzir |
Ts. Dr. Mohd Faizal Omar (Assoc. Prof.) Sr. Dr. Mohd Nasrun Mohd Nawi (Assoc. Prof.) |
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THESIS TITLE |
STUDENT | SUPERVISOR & CO-SUPERVISOR |
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Similarity Solutions of Boundary Layer Flows in a Channel Filled by non-Newtonian Fluids |
Jawad Raza |
Dr. Zurni Omar (Prof.) |
| Generalized Active Control Algorithms for the Synchronization of Chaotic Systems | Israr Ahmad |
Dr. Azizan Saaban (Assoc. Prof.) |
| Modeling and Estimating Financial Asset under Long Memory Stochastic Volatility | Mohammed Kamel Alhagyan |
Dr. Zurni Omar (Prof.) |
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Ball Surface Representation using Partial Differential Equations (PDEs) |
Ahmed Saleh Abdullah Kherd | Dr. Azizan Saaban (Assoc. Prof.) |
| New Spline Methods for Solving First and Second Order Ordinary Differential Equations | Osama Hasan Ala'yed |
Dr. Azizan Saaban (Assoc. Prof.) |
| One Step Hybrid Block Methods with Generalised Off-step Points for Solving Directly Higher Order Ordinary Differential Equations *Best Thesis Award 2016 |
Ra'ft Abdelmajid Moh'd Abdel Rahim | Dr. Zurni Omar (Prof.) |
| Block Methods for Direct Solution of Higher Order Ordinary Differential Equations using Interpolation and Collocation Approach | Kuboye John Olusola | Dr. Zurni Omar (Prof.) |
| Generalised ?−step Block Methods for the Direct Solution of Higher Order Ordinary Differential Equations *Best Thesis Award 2017 |
Adeyeye Oluwasen | Dr. Zurni Omar (Prof.) |
| Direct Solution of Higher Order Ordinary Differential Equations using One-step Hybrid Block Methods with Generalised Off-step Points in the Presence of Higher Derivative *Best Thesis Award 2018 |
Mohammad Farhan Sulieman Alkassasbeh | Dr. Zurni Omar (Prof.) |
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New Sequential and Parallel Division Free |
Sharmila Karim |
Dr. Zurni Omar (Prof.) Dr. Haslinda Ibrahim (Prof.) |
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THESIS TITLE |
STUDENT | SUPERVISOR & CO-SUPERVISOR |
| Efficient and Highly Robust Hotelling T2 Control Charts using Reweighted Minimum Vector Variance | Hazlina Ali |
Dr. Sharipah Soaad Syed Yahaya (Prof.) Dr. Zurni Omar (Prof.) |
| Alexander-Govern Procedure using Trimming Approach Robust Estimators: A Simulation Study | Suhaida Abdullah |
Dr. Sharipah Soaad Syed Yahaya (Prof.) Dr. Abdul Rahman (Prof.) (USM) |
| Statistical Process Control using Modified Robust Hotelling's T2 Control Charts | Firas Saleem Fares Haddad |
Dr. Sharipah Soaad Syed Yahaya (Prof.) Dr. Nor Idayu Mahat (Assoc. Prof.) |
| New Alternative Statistic for Testing Several Independent Samples of Correlation Matrices in High Dimension Data | Tare A. M Atiany | Dr. Shamshuritawati Sharif |
| Robust High Dimensional M-test using Regularized Geometric Median Covariance | Alo Olusegun Kehinde | Dr. Shamshuritawati Sharif |
| Improvement of Vector Autoregression (Var) Estimation using Combine White Noise (Cwn) Technique | Agboluaje Ayodele Abraham |
Dr. Suzilah Ismail Dr. Yip Chin Yee |
| Parametric Mixture Model of Three Components for Modelling Heterogeneous Survival Data | Yusuf Abbakar Mohammed |
Dr. Bidin Yatim Dr. Suzilah Ismail |
| Sure-Autometrics Algorithm for Model Selection in Multiple Equations | Norhayati Yusof | Dr. Suzilah Ismail |
| Extended Multiple Models Selection Algorithms based on Iteration Feasible Generalised Least Squares (IFGLS) and Expectation-Maximization (EM) Algorithm | Nur Azulia Kamaruddin | Dr. Suzilah Ismail |
| A Family of Group Chain Acceptance Sampling Plans Based on Truncated Life Test | Abdur Razzaque |
Dr. Zakiyah Zain Dr. Nazrina Aziz |
| Integrated Smoothed Location Model and Data Reduction Approaches for Multi Variables Classification | Hashibah Hamid | Dr. Nor Idayu Mahat (Assoc. Prof.) |