A full university status institution in Malaysia, established in February 2016 under the Malaysia Higher Education Act 555. Meritus University is a niche university that offers programmes specifically designed for targetted industry group by incorporating it's unique required skillset being part of the programme. In today’s growing and challenging environment, knowledge alone does not ensure success. What separates a successful professional from the average is their drive, personal attributes and resilience in the face of change and uncertainty in the global business environment. Meritus University was founded on this premise. The founder, Tan Sri Dr Halim Mohammad’s passion and lifetime experience in shipping and other business enterprise led to the formation of Meritus University. As a niche university, Meritus University’s unique approach to education is to offer a practical and effective blend of traditional, modern and experiential learning to ensure success. Unlike other universities which only focuses on the academia, MERITUS is committed to producing well-rounded graduates, capable of meeting the demands of today’s employers, instilled with the virtues of success and are sought after by top organisations upon graduation.