Our Core Functions

The Core Functions of Integrity Unit Universiti Malaya

In 2013, the Government of Malaysia decided to have all government agencies establish and operate a specialized unit to manage integrity issues.  The Universiti Malaya Integrity Unit was formed in line with this decision.  The Unit’s core functions as provided under Service Circular No. 6 of 2013 as follows: 

a) GOVERNANCE
Ensure the Universiti Malaya (UM) observes and practises principles of good governance at all times; 

b) INTEGRITY ENHANCEMENT 
Inculcate and develop a culture of integrity among the UM's Communities;

c) DETECTION AND VERIFICATION
Investigate and verify complaints concerning the unlawful act, misconduct and unethical behaviour by the UM's Communities; and
to report the unlawful act to the proper law enforcement agency; 

d) COMPLAINT MANAGEMENT 
Receive and take action on complaints or information concerning the unlawful act, misconduct and unethical behaviour by the UM's Communities; 

e) COMPLIANCE
Ensure the UM compliance with applicable laws and regulations; and

f) DISCIPLINARY
Act as secretariat for the UM Staff Disciplinary Committee.  
*for UM students, disciplinary cases are under the Student Disciplinary Committee, Student Affairs Department (JHEP)