FAQ
What is ICAM

ICAM stands for International College of Automotive and is a subsidiary of DRB-HICOM Group of Companies. The college was developed in response to the need to produce better quality intellectuals and professionals in the automotive industry.

Where is ICAM located?The college is located in the automotive industrial area of Peramu Jaya, Pekan, Pahang. It is about 5 km away from Pekan and about 50 km from Kuantan.

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What are the programmes offered?Currently, the college will be offering 4 types of engineering based programmes which are:
Diploma in Automotive Management Systems Diploma in Vehicle Assembly Management Diploma in Vehicle Inspection Diploma in Automotive Service Technology and 2 types of business based programmes which is
Diploma in Automotive Parts Management Diploma in Automotive Retail Management The programmesare designed to meet the automotive industry needs and is very much in line with Hicom’s current manufacturing and service related activities.

What are the admission requirementsThe requirement is SPM with a minimum of 3 credits and passes in Mathematic and English.

What are the fees involved? The tuition fee is RM8,000 per semester for Engineering Programmes and RM6,250 per semester for Business Programmes excluding other administrative fees.

When will the classes commence?The classes usually commence in March, June, September.

What are the financial options available? Currently, the common option of financing assistance available are :
PTPTN PERKESO EPF DRB-HICOM Group Scholarship
Bonding Scholarship Top Achievers' Award Privilege Scholarship Zakat Scholarship Study Loan
DRB-HICOM Education Loan Bank Muamalat (Skim Pendidikan Anak) Bank Rakyat (Education Financing (i Falah)) EPF Socso PTPTN MARA ** Terms and condition apply. Subject to availability for those qualified

What type of facilities and services available? The college currently provides the basic facilities such as student affairs centre, multi-purpose hall, student activity centre which provides a café, a co-op and internet services. The college will soon add other facilities to support sports and recreational activities. This will be made known to all student in due time.

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Do ICAM provide hostels?Yes. ICAM provides hostels for outstation students with minimal fee. Students will be required to abide by all hostel regulations when assigned with hostel accommodation. The college will appoint wardens to provide assistance to students on any hostel related matter.

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What are the advantages of studying in ICAM ICAM is owned by DRB-HICOM, one of the largest integrated automotive corporation in Malaysia. DRB-HICOM has a wealth of experience in automotive industry. DRB-HICOM is well linked with world renowned brand names in the automotive industries. DRB-HICOM provides opportunities for its graduates to work within the group’s companies. DRB-HICOM provides a wide choice of placements for practical sessions and internships
How many faculties are there in ICAM? Currently there are 2 faculties.

As a graduate of ICAM, what are my career options?There are vast opportunities available for ICAM’s graduates. The programmes offered are specially tailored to meet the automotive industry’s needs.

With over 20 million registered vehicles, 450 thousand new vehicles, 13 manufacturers and motor vehicles assembler, 10 motorcycle manufacturers, and 590 motor vehicle component assemblers, the opportunities are endless.

Will the programmes be conducted entirely in English? The module and teaching materials will be in English. However, the college understands that not all of ICAM’s potential students are proficient in English. Therefore, for the 1st year, the programmes will be conducted in both Malay and English. This is to allow the students to gradually understand the subjects taught.

What do I need to do if I am not proficient in English? The student will be assessed for their English proficiencies and be placed in a special English class based on their assessment.

Will there be on-the-job training? Yes. Students will be provided with the on-the-job training within the DRB-HICOM’s group of companies. The training will be specifically developed inline with the programmes taken by the students at that time.

Do the students need to secure their own OJT placement? No, the college will make all the necessary arrangements within the DRB-HICOM group of companies for the students’ OJT placements.

Can I continue my studies to a degree level with ICAM’S diploma? Yes, the college will be upgraded into a university college soon. The degree programmes will be offered after the completion of the diploma programme taken by the students.

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Can I work with DRB-HICOM after I graduate? Yes. The programmes offered are specially designed to actually be in line with the activities of respective operating companies within the DRB-HICOM group of companies. The college can assist the students in applying directly to the various operating companies in respect of the specific programmes that they took.

Do you offer e-learning or any distance learning programmes? Not at this point of time but the college may consider this when the time is right.

Has ICAM been registered with MQA and MOHE? Yes. ICAM has been approved by the Ministry of Higher Education and Malaysian Quality Agency (MQA).

Does the college provide any shuttle or feeder bus around the campus? Yes. ICAM provides shuttle busses for the students to travel from their hostels to the
campus and to travel around the campus.

What is the age limit to enroll the programmes? We have not set any age limit to enroll but preferably the candidates should be in their early twenties. The reason being that it would be easier for the candidates to apply for education financial assistance from the various agencies who may have age criteria.

What is the normal class day? The normal class day is from Mondays to Fridays. The class will begin at 8.30am and end at 5.00pm.

Do you provide any class workshop for technical subjects? Yes. All technical subjects will be required to have class workshops.


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