IIUM is a unique university in Malaysia or on a broader plane of the world because of its inception English is used both as its medium of instruction and the language of its administration. Moreover, it also blends harmoniously modern and professional disciplines with traditional values and moral virtues. IIUM students are originated from more than 100 nations representing nearly all regions globally.

IIUM scours the entire world to recruit accomplished scholars for its academic faculties and its administrative divisions are manned by committed and dedicated professionals. IIUM has facilities which are kept up-to-date to the changing demands of the core business of the university such as teaching and learning as well as research and consultancy through generous support from the Malaysian Government.