MPU7132 Integriti dan Antirasuah 3 Assignment Sample (OUM, Sept 2026)
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This model-answer extract shows how a strong MPU7132 Kursus Integriti dan Antirasuah 3 submission can be planned for the September 2026 semester at Open University Malaysia (OUM). It follows the live MPU7132 question page, and the full marking logic is explained in our MPU7132 answering guide. If you studied the previous course, compare it with the earlier Kursus Integriti dan Anti Rasuah 2 question. The student answers in Bahasa Melayu; this page is in English so the structure is easy to follow, with a few Malay headings shown as examples.
The assignment is built around the slogan “Rasuah Dihina, Maruah Dibina”. Markers read every answer against four things: a clear introduction, depth of argument, in-text references with real examples, and originality. The extracts below are planning-level paragraphs, not text to copy.
Tugasan 1, Question 1: Why self-dignity (maruah diri) matters in rejecting corruption (extract)
Pengenalan (introduction). Define maruah diri in one or two sentences before arguing anything. A workable definition is the sense of self-worth that makes a person unwilling to trade their principles for gain. Then state your position: people who protect their dignity treat a bribe as a price tag on their honour, not as a harmless favour. Link this to the slogan and to Malaysia’s legal framework, in which the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission Act 2009 (Act 694) defines the offences and gives the Commission its powers (Malaysia, 2009).
Body argument. Make three moves, one paragraph each. First, dignity works as an internal check before any law applies: a person asks “can I face my family and colleagues with this decision?”. Second, dignity raises the personal cost of corruption, because exposure means lost reputation, not only a fine. Third, dignity is learnt and reinforced by institutions such as family, school and workplace codes. Finish with a short example, such as a clerk who declines a gift offered during a licence application and reports it.
| Paragraph | Purpose | Evidence to add |
|---|---|---|
| Definition and thesis | Show you understand maruah diri | Course module definition, MACC Act 2009 (Malaysia, 2009) |
| Dignity as an internal check | Explain the mechanism | Scholarly view on the moral side of corruption (Rose-Ackerman & Palifka, 2016) |
| Cost of losing dignity | Show consequences | A short, named Malaysian case from news or MACC releases |
| Conclusion | Answer the question directly | Restate thesis in fresh words |
The question allows about two pages, so keep each paragraph tight. Two pages is roughly 600 to 700 words in a normal layout, which leaves no room for background padding.
Tugasan 1, Question 2: Economic inequality and the tendency toward corruption (extract)
Argument line. The strongest answers show a two-way relationship rather than a one-way blame. Comparative research argues that inequality increases corruption through material channels (wealthy actors have more motive and opportunity to buy influence, while poorer people are more exposed to extortion) and through normative channels (unequal societies lose faith in the fairness of rules), and that corruption in turn deepens inequality (You & Khagram, 2005). Uslaner (2008) develops a similar “inequality trap” argument, where low trust and unequal outcomes reinforce each other.
Malaysian context. Bring in local data, and say where it comes from. The Department of Statistics Malaysia (DOSM) reported a household income Gini coefficient of 0.404 for 2022 and 0.390 for 2024 (DOSM, 2025). Treat this carefully: a Gini figure describes income spread, and it does not prove that corruption rose or fell. Use it to show that inequality is measurable and still matters, then reason about mechanisms. Transparency International (2026) gave Malaysia a score of 52 out of 100 in the Corruption Perceptions Index 2025, ranking 54th of 182 countries. Again, that is a perception index, so describe it as perception, not as a count of corrupt acts.
| Mechanism | How it links inequality to corruption | Everyday example (illustrative) |
|---|---|---|
| Pressure | Low or unstable income makes small payments tempting | An underpaid officer tempted to accept “tea money” |
| Access | Wealthy actors can buy faster service or favourable treatment | A well-funded firm seeking a procurement advantage |
| Legitimacy | Perceived unfairness weakens respect for rules | “Everyone does it” reasoning among ordinary citizens |
| Feedback loop | Corruption diverts resources, widening the gap further | Public funds lost to projects that never help the poor |
Close the answer with a balanced judgement. Inequality raises the risk, but it does not make corruption inevitable, and dignity, enforcement and fair institutions can break the link. That sentence connects Question 2 back to Question 1, which examiners notice.
Tugasan 1, Question 3: Balancing political support with integrity (extract)
Framing. Politicians need funding, volunteers and votes, and those needs create pressure points for corruption. Your answer should offer practical balancing rules, not just say “be honest”. Organise it around three layers: personal conduct, party and campaign practice, and legal and institutional safeguards.
- Personal conduct: refuse gifts or contributions tied to a promised favour; declare conflicts of interest early.
- Party and campaign practice: publish sources of donations where permitted, separate party business from public contracts, and decide on written criteria for allocating public resources.
- Legal and institutional safeguards: the MACC Act 2009 sets the offences, and the National Anti-Corruption Strategy (NACS) 2024–2028 lists politicians among the groups it targets, alongside public administration, procurement and enforcement (New Straits Times, 2024).
Be careful with political funding. The Political Funding Bill has been discussed for some time, but as of September 2026 the Minister indicated it could be tabled in 2027 and that the timeline was a target, not a fixed date (The Star, 2026). In your answer, describe it as a proposed reform rather than existing law.
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Tugasan 1, Question 4: 120-second awareness video (storyboard extract)
A 120-second video leaves little room, so write the storyboard first. Keep narration short, about 4 to 5 words per second at most, and tie every scene to one message. The uploaded file must stay within the 400MB limit stated in the brief, so export at a sensible resolution. The table below is an illustrative structure, not a finished script.
| Time | Scene (visual) | Narration (short, in Bahasa Melayu) | Message |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0:00–0:15 | Student at a counter, offered an “envelope” | “Satu keputusan kecil, satu maruah besar.” | Hook: corruption starts small |
| 0:15–0:40 | Split screen: refusal and acceptance | “Rasuah Dihina, Maruah Dibina.” | Slogan and choice |
| 0:40–1:10 | Clinic, road and school images with a “lost funds” caption | “Rasuah merampas hak kita bersama.” | Harms of corruption |
| 1:10–1:35 | Honest officer, queue moving fairly | “Integriti membina kepercayaan.” | Positive effects of integrity |
| 1:35–2:00 | Hand dialling the MACC line; text on screen | “Tolak. Lapor. Bertindak.” | Call to action |
Add one line in your written submission explaining why each scene exists. Markers want to see intent, not just editing skill.
Tugasan 2: Personal reflection guidance (not a finished reflection)
This task is capped at six pages and must be written in your own voice, so a model answer cannot replace it. Use the prompts below to draft honestly.
- What does maruah mean to you personally and in your future profession? Give one real moment that shaped it.
- Name two small, everyday situations (copying a classmate’s work, using a company resource for personal use, accepting a favour) and explain how you would handle each.
- Why is fighting corruption everybody’s responsibility, not only the MACC’s?
- What habit will keep your future decisions consistent with integrity?
Tugasan 3: Forum point on “zero tolerance” (extract)
A good forum post takes a side and still admits the weakness. For example: zero tolerance sends a clear signal and supports deterrence, but if reporting is risky or enforcement is selective, corruption may move into quieter forms. Support your view with one source, such as the corporate liability rule in section 17A of the MACC Act, which came into force on 1 June 2020 and lets a commercial organisation defend itself by showing adequate procedures (Raof et al., 2024). Then reply to a classmate with a question or a counter-example.
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About the expert
Panjang Seif holds a Master of Science in Economic Crime Management from the University of Malaya. His expertise covers forensic accounting, corporate criminal liability and evidential issues, contemporary issues in terrorism, research and analytical methods in economic crime management, anti-money laundering, and information, network and internet security. He has solved many case studies on current economic issues, worked as a crime scene investigator, and has 7 years of experience in assignments on economic crime, plus 2 years as a network analyst.
References
Department of Statistics Malaysia. (2025). Income inequality, Malaysia, 2024. https://dosm.gov.my/portal-main/release-content/income-inequality-malaysia-2024
Malaysia. (2009). Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission Act 2009 (Act 694). https://leap.unep.org/en/countries/my/national-legislation/anti-corruption-commission-act-2009-act-694
New Straits Times. (2024, May 7). PM launches National Anti-Corruption Strategies 2024–2028. https://www.nst.com.my/amp/news/nation/2024/05/1047321/updated-pm-launches-national-anti-corruption-strategies-2024-2028
Raof, N. A., Aziz, N. A., Omar, N., & Amin, W. L. M. (2024). Unmasking company liability for corruption by associated persons. Journal of Financial Crime, 31(5), 1222–1236. https://doi.org/10.1108/JFC-05-2023-0104
Rose-Ackerman, S., & Palifka, B. J. (2016). Corruption and government: Causes, consequences, and reform (2nd ed.). Cambridge University Press.
The Star. (2026, September 8). Political Funding Bill expected in Parliament next year, says Azalina. https://www.thestar.com.my/news/nation/2026/09/08/political-funding-bill-expected-in-parliament-next-year-says-azalina
Transparency International. (2026). Corruption Perceptions Index 2025. https://www.transparency.org/en/cpi/2025
Uslaner, E. M. (2008). Corruption, inequality, and the rule of law: The bulging pocket makes the easy life. Cambridge University Press. https://doi.org/10.1017/CBO9780511510410
You, J.-S., & Khagram, S. (2005). A comparative study of inequality and corruption. American Sociological Review, 70(1), 136–157. https://doi.org/10.1177/000312240507000107
