About / MILA University
MILA University is a private multidisciplinary institution based in Nilai, Negeri Sembilan, Malaysia, offering programmes from foundation to doctoral levels across management, business, engineering, computing, and biotechnology. Following its rebranding in 2023, approved by the Ministry of Higher Education Malaysia, the University continues to strengthen its academic profile through quality teaching, applied learning, and research that addresses realworld needs.
MILA University’s inclusion in the QS Asia University Rankings 2026 reflects its ongoing commitment to academic excellence and regional impact.
The Research Management Centre (RMC)
The RMC is the central body responsible for research governance at MILA University. Acting as a onestop centre, RMC supports academic staff and postgraduate researchers across the full research lifecycle, from project planning and funding to ethics, compliance, and impact. Through coordinated governance and strategic oversight, RMC ensures research quality, accountability, and alignment with institutional priorities.
What RMC Supports
RMC provides structured and integrated support across key areas, including:
- Research planning and supervision support
- Grant application, administration, and postaward monitoring
- Research ethics, integrity, and governance compliance
- Research output management and performance reporting (e.g. MyRA)
- Industry, government, and international research collaborations
These services enable efficient project management while enhancing the quality and impact of research outcomes.
What RMC Supports
RMC provides structured and integrated support across key areas, including:
- Research planning and supervision support
- Grant application, administration, and post award monitoring
- Research ethics, integrity, and governance compliance
- Research output management and performance reporting (e.g. MyRA)
- Industry, government, and international research collaborations
These services enable efficient project management while enhancing the quality and impact of research outcomes.
Building Research Capability & Collaboration
RMC actively cultivates a strong research culture by organising training programmes, workshops, and mentoring initiatives. These initiatives strengthen competencies in research methodology, scholarly publication, intellectual property management, and commercialisation.
The Centre also promotes interdisciplinary research and collaborative partnerships with industry, government agencies, and international institutions, supporting innovation and meaningful knowledge exchange.
Sustainability & Research Impact
Sustainability is embedded within RMC’s strategic priorities. The Centre promotes research aligned with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and supports initiatives addressing global challenges such as climate change, renewable energy, public health, and social equity.
Through responsible governance and sustainability driven research, RMC strengthens MILA University’s contribution to environmental stewardship, social wellbeing, and sustainable development at both local and global levels.
Why RMC Matters
RMC ensures that research at MILA University is ethical, impactful, sustainable, and globally relevant supporting academic excellence while contributing to society and long term development.
Supporting the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)
MILA University is committed to advancing the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) through its research, postgraduate education, and community engagement initiatives. The University promotes research that contributes to sustainable development priorities, including quality education, innovation, social wellbeing, and responsible growth.
SDG Aligned Research & Postgraduate Activities
Information on SDG aligned research projects, postgraduate activities, and research outcomes is managed and accessible through the QURRA Research Management Platform.
🔗 QURRA Platform: https://mila.qurra.co
This enables transparent tracking of research contributions to global and national sustainability priorities.
QURRA Research Supervision Portal
Information on SDG aligned research projects, postgraduate activities, and research outcomes is managed and accessible through the QURRA Research Management Platform.
🔗 QURRA Platform: https://mila.qurra.co
This enables transparent tracking of research contributions to global and national sustainability priorities.
MILA University adopts the QURRA Research Management Platform as an integrated digital solution to support postgraduate research supervision and academic progress monitoring.
The platform enhances supervision quality, transparency, and efficiency by enabling structured engagement between supervisors and postgraduate students, while ensuring research activities are systematically documented and aligned with institutional requirements.
Key Features
- Supervision tracking through milestones and meeting records
- Structured feedback and research timeline management
- Secure document submission with version control
- Progress monitoring dashboards for students and supervisors
- Integrated communication tools to support collaboration
QURRA also ensures compliance with institutional policies, supervision standards, and postgraduate regulations, strengthening accountability and research integrity.
News Events
Recognised for Excellence in Higher Education
Our Pillars
Guided by four defining pillars, we are shaping a distinctive identity that positions MILA as a future-ready, globally connected, and student-focused university.
Future-Ready Education
Our commitment to future-ready education is demonstrated through our pursuit of academic excellence, strong industry and global connections, and a cutting-edge learning environment. More than a concept, it is embedded in how we design programmes, integrate technology, and align curricula with emerging global needs. From Foundation to PhD, our pathways are crafted to cultivate adaptable thinkers, skilled innovators, and globally minded professionals who are equipped to thrive in rapidly evolving industries.
WOW Student Experience
We place our students at the heart of everything we do. MILA’s vibrant campus environment, technology-enabled facilities, multicultural community, and personalised support systems create an empowering journey for every learner. Our campus and academic ecosystem are built on a student-centred approach that values high-quality teaching, meaningful engagement, and an inspiring learning environment. We strive to create memorable and impactful experiences that support students’ personal, academic, and career development from enrolment through to graduation.
Career-Focused
Education is a catalyst for opportunity. Our programmes are industry-aligned and enriched with practical exposure, internship pathways, and professional learning experiences that enable students to translate knowledge into capability. Recognised as ‘Berdaya Saing’ under Malaysia’s SETARA rating, MILA’s growing credibility reinforces the value of our degrees, opening career pathways both locally and globally.
Global Connections
In an increasingly interconnected world, MILA University opens doors to global opportunities and professional pathways. Through growing strategic partnerships and international collaborations, we offer students access to diverse perspectives, cross-border learning experiences, and valuable industry networks. Our global connections enrich the educational journey and prepare students to become impactful global citizens.
Shaping Global-Ready Professionals for Tomorrow’s Innovation
Our Vision
To be a comprehensive university committed to high-quality teaching and research, focusing on entrepreneurship and innovation, exhibiting a diversified and internationalised profile.
Our Mission
To cultivate professionally competent talent with innovative, entrepreneurial and international perspectives.
The MILA Campus
A Benchmark for Excellence
MILA University is shaping a campus environment and educational facilities that stand as a benchmark for excellence among Malaysian universities. Designed for innovation and collaboration, our campus reflects a commitment to both academic and community growth.
A Vibrant Student Community
We aspire to build a dynamic on-campus community of students, where learning goes hand-in-hand with cultural diversity, personal growth, and student experience. From modern living spaces to collaborative learning hubs, MILA offers an ecosystem that inspires success beyond the classroom.
A Global Vision for the Future
MILA is setting ambitious international targets with a clear focus on research and academic excellence. Our journey includes entering the QS World University Rankings Top 500, securing a firm place on the global education map.
A Message from Our Leadership
Professor Dr. Cao Fei
Chief Executive Officer
MILA Education Malaysia
“MILA University is committed to creating an outstanding learning environment, equipped with advanced facilities and strong partnerships with top companies. As an institution, we are dedicated to driving social progress, fostering an inclusive academic community, and preparing our students to face the challenges of the future.”
“MILA University is committed to creating an outstanding learning environment, equipped with advanced facilities and strong partnerships with top companies. As an institution, we are dedicated to driving social progress, fostering an inclusive academic community, and preparing our students to face the challenges of the future.”
Dr. Jenny Yang Juanjuan
Acting Vice Chancellor
MILA University
“MILA University is committed to providing an outstanding learning environment supported by modern facilities and strong industry partnerships. As a forward- looking institution, we foster an inclusive academic community that values collaboration, creativity, and innovation. Through quality education and meaningful industry engagement, MILA equips students with the knowledge, skills, and confidence to meet future challenges and contribute to society.”
“MILA University is committed to providing an outstanding learning environment supported by modern facilities and strong industry partnerships. As a forward- looking institution, we foster an inclusive academic community that values collaboration, creativity, and innovation. Through quality education and meaningful industry engagement, MILA equips students with the knowledge, skills, and confidence to meet future challenges and contribute to society.”
Prof. Dr. Graham Kendall
Vice Chancellor
MILA University
“MILA University is a young, dynamic, and bold institution, an exciting foundation to begin a journey that can lead to something truly remarkable. With a clear ambition to deliver a high-quality learning experience, the University is committed to preparing students with future-ready skills through innovative programmes, strengthening career prospects with a meaningful industry partnership and creating a vibrant campus life that inspires creativity and confidence. Our global connections and research initiatives address some of the world’s most pressing challenges, ensuring our graduates are equipped to thrive anywhere in the world.
As MILA continues to grow, we remain dedicated to fostering a welcome and inclusive campus culture that nurtures creativity, connection and confidence so that students, staff and partners flourish in a values-led globally connected environment.
Welcome to MILA University and best of luck on your educational journey.”