Universiti Putra Malaysia advanced on all fronts: physical, academic, as well as research and development. The discipline in the University has evolved tremendously in tune with the rapid industrialization of the country’s economy as well as the fast development of related technologies such as ICT and biotechnology besides reflecting its emphasis on new tropical agriculture which is multi-disciplinary, technology driven and market oriented.
Currently, UPM has 16 faculties, one school, 10 research institutes and one Academy. UPM has expanded the scope of its academic and research disciplines to include engineering, medical sciences, pure sciences, biotechnology, economics, management, education, languages and communication. These disciplines enhance the new agriculture through related fields such as agriculture and food engineering, biotechnology, agribusiness and ICT in agriculture. This synergy of vibrant and enterprising disciplines has allowed UPM to gain national and international recognition as well as leadership in academia, industry and public advocacy. Based on its excellent performance, the University has been recognized as one of 5 Research Universities (RU) in 2006 by the Government of Malaysia. One of the factors that have contributed to its success is its conducive institutional set up, physical layout human resource, academic programmes, research and development. UPM also has an impressive record of academic awards conferred by renowned international and local agencies or institutions. Among these awards are: Carlos J. Finlay Prize for Microbiology (by UNESCO); IRTE and Prince Michael International Road Safety Award (United Kingdom); and Young Chemist Award to be named a fews. The Graduate School of Management has been chosen by the Ministry of Higher Education as Top Business Schools in Malaysia. A number of UPM academic staff has also been appointed to top positions in the public and private sectors on the basis of the expertise and experience.UPM’s human capital are highly trained and experienced.
