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Whos offering it? : ACCA, CPA, CIMA, ICAEW & MICPA

How long is the course? : 3 years

Did you
know?

Accounting

The accounting
profession is recession proof. As the
financial sector is a key
enabler and catalyst of
economic growth, the demand
for skilled accounting and finance
professionals will continue to grow in
the coming decades. In Malaysias
financial services industry alone, 60,000
accountants will be required by 2020.

Why this eld?

To keep the countrys economy buoyant, a number of industries have been identied by the
government as being important to national growth and the nancial services sector is one of them.
There is an increasing need for competent accountants and nancial talents to drive and support
Malaysia in achieving high-income nation status. In a sluggish economy, the demand for qualied
accountants is fuelled by the need to manage the nancial
aspect of a business adequately. A tougher business climate
will make the nancial insight provided by qualied
In 2014, qualied CIMA members
accountants even more valuable. Tighter controls on spending
in Malaysia earn an average of
will need to be matched with greater solutions in generating
RM181,318 in basic salary plus
income streams, which is an area that accountants specialise
RM26,685 in bonus payments.
in.

Growth area
The nancial services sector is expected to create 275,400
jobs and contribute RM180.2 billion to the countrys national
income.

CIMA students earn an average of

RM59,556 in basic salary plus
RM6,862 in bonus payments.
Source: CIMA Salary Survey 2014,
Malaysia

Accountants are highly valued in various industries and

organisations because of the strategic roles they play in these entities. The demand for competent
accountants who are involved in decision-making processes within an organisation is now greater
than ever and as a result, accountants need to be more than technical advisers to succeed, says
Johan Idris of the Malaysian Institute of Accountants president.
Obtain a degree recognised by MIA
Whos offering it? : UM, UKM, UiTM, IIUM, UPM, USM, UUM, UniTen, MMU, UMT, UMS & UniSel
How long is the course? : 3 years
Other requirements : 3 years of practical experience

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Other requirements : 3 years of practical experience

Obtain a degree from other institutions

Whos offering it? : Offered by local and foreign institutions
How long is the course? : 3 years
Other requirements : 3 years of practical experience. Must be recognised by JPA (Public Service
Department)

What course/s can you take?

There are two pathways to become a chartered
accountant. Students can either take the academic
or the professional route as explained in the charts
above. All pathways require three years of practical
experience.
Aside from attaining an accountancy degree,
advances in technology have resulted in an
increased demand for new skills and competencies
from fresh graduates.
Accountants and nance professionals must be
open to the changes created by big data, cloud,
mobile and social platforms, and face up to the
demands of cyber crimes, digital service deliveries
and articial intelligence, says Idris.
With the imminent move towards GST, technology is
an essential tool. It is vital to understand and use
appropriate software in the implementation of the
system especially for a large and diverse
organisation, he adds.

Salary and other benets

Datuk Johan Idris, Managing Partner of KPMG,

FCMA, and CGMA is the president of MIA. He
oversees all aspects of operations at the audit,
tax and advisory services company. He has
more than 23 years of both local and
international professional experience in the
audit and business advisory services.

The average starting salary for a fresh accounting

graduate is between RM2,500 and RM3,000. The
professional services industry and the nance and
insurance sector are the top employers within the accounting profession.

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Islamic nance
The Islamic nance industry has rapidly expanded beyond
Muslim countries and this is evident with the increasing
demand for Islamic nancial professionals.
The global demand for Islamic nance professionals has
reached 50,000 per year. However, only 5,000 graduates
of Islamic banking and nance are produced globally each
year, which is not enough to keep up with the global
demand.

Job market

In Malaysia, there will be 56,000

new nance industry jobs,
including non-Islamic roles in the
next 10 years, particularly in
areas such as wealth
management, Shariah advisory
and corporate nance.
Source: Central Banks Financial Sector
Blueprint 2011-2020

In Malaysia, 35,000 qualied Islamic professionals are

needed by 2030, based on a report from the Islamic
Banking & Finance Institute Malaysia (IBFIM). The shortage of talent in Islamic nance is most
notable in areas of Shariah expertise. Shariah is the key pillar of Islamic nance from which Islamic
nance derives its unique characteristics. The Shariah injunctions require that Islamic nancial
transactions be accompanied by an underlying productive activity. In Islamic nance, there is always
a close link between nancial and productive ow.

Talent development initiatives by the government

Malaysia is the second largest provider of Islamic nance talents, based on Thomson Reuters
ndings. The country currently has 18 universities and 50 institutions providing Islamic nance
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To further beef up talent in the nance industry, Bank Negara Malaysia has set up the International
Centre for Education in Islamic Finance (INCEIF) to provide academic and professional qualications
in Islamic nance. INCEIF oers masters and doctorate programmes in Islamic nance.
Similarly, IBFIM is devoted to improving Islamic banking and nance industry by increasing the pool
of bankers and Takaful operators who are knowledgeable and competent. The global Islamic
insurance (Takaful) is an emerging eld with signicant growth momentum and increasing
participation of Takaful players in the global market.

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What course/s can you take?

Did you
know?
Southeast Asia
will need 67,400
aircraft technicians
and engineers by 2030,
according to plane manufacturer, Boeing.

AIRCRAFT MAINTENANCE
Why this eld?
It is estimated that the Asia Pacic region will require 13,460 new airplanes by 2033, according to
Boeing. These new airplanes will replace older, less ecient airplanes. For each new plane, airline
companies need to hire and train a skilled workforce to keep these aircraft airworthy as these planes
often y throughout the day and night, seven days a week in
all types of weather.
With the growing presence of low-cost carriers with their
aordable fares and new routes, they are becoming an
important driver of the countrys tourism. The governments
Economic Transformation Programme (ETP) by Pemandu has
identied this as one of the key sectors in the business service
entry of National Key Economic Areas (NKEA).

Growth area
The global Maintenance Repair and Overhaul (MRO) service
industry is expected to be worth RM195.3 billion by 2020.
According to the governments ETP, the MRO industry in
Malaysia is expected to create 20,720 extra jobs and
contribute to the countrys wealth by over RM13 billion in
2020 . Malaysia is among the top three countries in Asia
Pacic for MRO services.

We need 21,000 people to be

employed in the MRO industry by
2020, but currently we only have
10,560. Our training and
academic institutions have the
capacity to supply 800 trained
workforce annually and this is
not enough to cater for the 2020
target. A shortage of more than
4,000 workers in the industry by
2020 will cause loss of income to
the country. More young
Malaysians are welcomed to be
part of this exciting and
challenging industry, says Datuk
Ir Kamarul zaman Zainal, senior
vice president of the Malaysian
Industry-Government Group for
High Technology.

Malaysia needs to produce 21,000 employment opportunities, although in the MRO sub-sector we
only have about 10,500 workers. At the moment, aircraft maintenance engineers who specialise in
helicopter turbines and avionics are rare and in demand. The increased demand is mainly driven by
the increased use of helicopters for both civil and government markets, and the fact that most
aircraft have avionics involved in everything including engines and ight controls.

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SPM leavers who wish to pursue a career in this eld need to have at least a C in English, as
mandated by the Department of Civil Aviation (DCA). The licensure programmes, which are being
oered by the 11 DCA-certied schools, each takes 5 years to complete and prepares the student
for the Aircraft Maintenance License Engineer (AML) given by the DCA. The programme for Aircraft
Maintenance License Technician takes 3 years to complete.
Presently, the country has 11 approved training organisations for aircraft maintenance programmes
and these are:
Malaysian Airline Engineering Training Centre
DILOG Training and Services
Malaysian Institute of Aviation Technology
APR Aviation Training Centre
Malaysian Aviation Training Academy (MATA)
Kolej Antarabangsa Yayasan Melaka
ADTEC, Shah Alam
Malaysian Helicopter Services
Awan Inspirasi
Aviation Design Centre
Asian Aviation Centre
To qualify for AML, the applicant must be at least 21
years old and must have acquired the necessary
practical maintenance experience. Visit
http://www.dca.gov.my to view the full categories and
extra requirements. AML has categories and
subcategories. For instance, an applicant who would like
to become an aircraft engineer for helicopter turbines
must take the B1.3 license.

Most of Nilai University students are

retained by industry partners and this
reects the healthy demand for skilled and
qualied aircraft maintenance engineers.

Meeting industry demands

To help address the needs of the local MRO industry, Nilai University became one of the rst
institutions in Malaysia to oer a Diploma in Aircraft Maintenance Engineering its syllabus prepares
students for the all-important European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) B1-1 license examinations.
This course has received validation as a pathway towards a BSc (Hons) in Aircraft Engineering from
Kingston University.
After completing the one year top-up programme and the necessary bridging modules, successful
students will be conferred a BSc (Hons) in Aircraft Engineering from Kingston University, which is
internationally-recognised and will allow students to pursue a MSc in Aircraft Engineering in the UK.
Nilai's degree programme is suitable for students who are keen to go far in the eld of aircraft
maintenance engineering. The EASA license enables students to climb the career ladder and be
eligible for supervisory and management positions in the future.

Salary and other benets

The starting salary for aircraft maintenance technicians can range from RM2,500 to RM3,500 while
licensed and experienced aircraft maintenance engineers can earn as much as RM16,000.

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Solid foundation with soft skills

Nilai U provides extra modules to improve students soft
skills in an effort to improve their marketability.

It is one thing for candidates to claim they have the requisite soft
skills and quite another to back it up with a certificate from a
well-known organisation specialising in that field, says Datuk Dr
Megat Burhainuddin, Nilai Universitys (Nilai U) Vice-Chancellor.
Communication, teamwork, good personal etiquette, and leadership are just some of the soft skills that students here will get to
learn and improve upon.
These added value modules are very much in line with Nilai Us
philosophy of Enrichment for Life. Dr Megat explains that
students will not leave with just academic qualifications at the end
of their tenure here. They will also be equipped with all the life and
social skills which we hope will make them not just dynamic
employees who are highly sought after, but also model citizens
who will make positive contributions to their respective societies,
he explains. Degree students at Nilai U have to complete a total of
120 credits, including four mandatory university modules in
subjects detached from their core fields of study. They are given
the choice on a variety of topics such as Ethics, Critical Thinking,
Entrepreneurship and Public Speaking (please visit
www.nilai.edu.my for the complete listing).
The Dale Carnegie Skills for Success and Outward Bound Survival Skills modules are very popular
with students. The former appeals mainly to the Business Studies students as it is about corporate
conduct. Dale Carnegie is world-renowned and a certificate of completion from them will look
great on any rsum, says Dr Megat.
The key message is that a Nilai U education will give students much more than mere paper qualifications. We prepare students for life, as Dr Megat puts it succinctly. We do everything to ensure
that we keep our promise to parents of returning their children in better shape than when we
received them.

Taking off @ Nilai U

Nilai Us Diploma in Aircraft Maintenance Engineering
is highly popular among school leavers.

Nilai Universitys Diploma in Aircraft Maintenance

Engineering programme is an extremely popular
choice among school leavers because of several
reasons. Firstly, Nilai Universitys programme
prepares students for the all important European
Agency Safety Agencys B1-1 examinations, which is
the gateway towards becoming a fully licensed
aircraft maintenance engineer. This status is
achieved upon the successful completion of the
EASA modules and accumulating approximately ve
years of relevant work experience. Once certied as
a fully-licensed aircraft maintenance engineer, he or
she is able to certify the airworthiness of an aircraft.
Such qualied individuals are highly sought after,
with EASA credentials being the preferred qualication in most parts of the world (easa.europa.eu/home.php).
Secondly, Nilai University (Nilai U) has a
purpose-built hangar on campus featuring two
aircrafts for students to practice their skills on. The
aircraft provide students the opportunity to put
theory into practice and to gain essential hands-on
experience before embarking on their industrial
placements. The hangar also features audio-visual
rooms, workshops and lecture theatres, making Nilai
U one of the best equipped institutions oering this
programme.

Thirdly, students from the Diploma in Aircraft

Maintenance Engineering programme can also
further their studies to a one-year top-up Advanced
Diploma programme. Kingston University, UK has
recognised the Diploma and Advanced Diploma
programmes as being equivalent to its Degree in
Aircraft Engineering. Thus, students who complete
both the Diploma and Advanced Diploma
programmes will be awarded a BSc (Hons) in Aircraft
Engineering from Kingston University, UK. Students
can gain a degree in this highly specialised eld in
just three and a half years.
Last but not least, students are attracted to Nilai Us
diploma programme for its six month on the job
training (OJT) stint with some of the industrys most
notable names built into the syllabus. Nilai Us
industry partners include Air Asia, Air Asia X and
KLM Royal Dutch Airlines. The OJT provides students
the opportunity to gain essential work experience as
well as a chance to network with industry players.
Nilai U students will also benet from having a full
varsity experience mingling with students from
other disciplines and from various cultural backgrounds.

For more information, please go to

www.nilai.edu.my or call 06-8502308 / 07-2262336 / 03-79603089

Pulsate, which will be setting up a big data centre and a data academy by the end of the year,
hopes to train 3,000 data specialists in Malaysia by 2020 to meet the growing demand for big data
solutions across dierent industries.
The setting up of the centre and academy will also help Malaysia compete with countries like South
Korea and Singapore and enable the country to become one of the big data hubs in the near
future.

Did you
know?

Data Science

The global demand

for data specialists,
commonly known as
data scientists, is currently
estimated at 2,500 and will
reach 220,000 by 2017.

Why this eld?

With dreams of becoming a regional big data hub, the Malaysian government is preparing the
infrastructure that will require a huge supply of data scientists. The countrys low electricity tari,
bandwidth capacity, established data centre
business, and sound censorship and privacy
information guidelines make it a choice
destination for data-centric companies to set up
Typically, a good analyst
businesses here.
Realising this huge demand for talent, Pulsate, a
subsidiary of leading digital research agency Pulse
Group will be setting up a big data academy in
Kuala Lumpur. The institute, which will be
facilitated by the Multimedia Development
Corporation (MDeC), will train fresh graduates to
move up the income value chain by becoming
data scientists.

would come from

backgrounds in statistics,
mathematics, and economics
as there is strong background
already in the fundamentals
of macro and micro
correlations.

With the big data academy coming on stream, Chua says it will help in the training of data scientists
and facilitate Malaysia in climbing up the
value chain in the big data and analytics
world. Candidates for the academy will be
those with tertiary education majoring in
economics and mathematics.

What course/s can you take?

Sometimes referred as unicorns, the
skills of a data scientist are considered
rare. There are a few institutions in the
process of building undergraduate
programmes that will be akin to a
computer science degree. Students will
learn core skills but it will not be enough
to become a data scientist.
Typically, a good analyst would come
from a background in statistics,
mathematics, and economics as there is
already strong fundamentals of macro
and micro correlations, says Chua. The
ideal candidate would preferrably have
more than traditional market-research
skills.

According Bob Chua, PULSATE will be setting up

a big data centre and a data academy by the end
of the year. They hope to train 3,000 data
specialists in Malaysia by 2020 to meet the
growing demand for big data solutions across
dierent industries.

Just recently, the Malaysian Ministry of Education and Prestariang Group launched Big Data
Competency Centres across four universities and one polytechnic in Malaysia Universiti Utara
Malaysia, Universiti Sains Malaysia, Universiti Malaysia Terengganu, Universiti Malaysia Sarawak,
and Politeknik Sultan Ibrahim. These institutions can provide certicate training for people who
want to enter the big data industry.

Growth area

Salary and other benets

All organisations regardless of size generate data and this will require a data scientist to organise,
manage, and make insights out of all the information they have collected. This is also true for
government organisations where various bodies try to understand consumer trends, patterns and
correlations in order to prevent crime, disease outbreaks, or catastrophes.

Data scientists are now the second highest paid job in the world after Oil and Gas geologists,
according to a recent survey by LinkedIn. A seasoned data scientist could earn anywhere within
RM711,000 to RM888,000 year within large multinational rms.

We now live in a world where data is being collected on all touch points of our lives: from our
Internet surng patterns and shopping behavior to our political interests and so forth. This only
means that those organisations who can harvest data or information into insights will have an
edge amongst their competitors, explains Bob Chua of Pulsate.

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 English language teachers

Beginning 2016, English language will be a compulsory pass for SPM students and with this move,
quality English language teachers will be needed. Furthermore, new English teachers are also
required to meet the minimum requirement of C1 under CEFR (Common European Framework of
Reference).

Did you
know?

Education

Malaysia is a
leading destination
for education among
international students.
By 2020, the government
foresees 200,000 international
students studying in Malaysia.

Why this eld?

Education is one of the most important investments a
country makes in its people and its future. In this respect,
teachers play an important role in educating the youth of our
country. As a result, the Ministry of Education has made a
series of programmes and measures as stated in the
Malaysian Education Blueprint, which will make teaching a
career of choice among the countrys brightest students.

Teachers should be well

compensated for their
tireless service to the
nation. However, better
pay does not necessarily
mean performance pay.
Teachers should have a
high basic salary to be
given an incentive to join
the profession in the rst
place.

The Ministry targets to hire only the top 30 per cent of SPM
leavers for enrolment in teachers training institutes, says
Tengku Azian Tengku Shahriman, Director of Pemandu
National Key Result Area/National Key Economic Area
(Education). Because of this requirement, the government
wants to attract only those who are passionate about
teaching and ensure students enjoy learning in and outside the classroom.

Growth area
There are 410,000 primary and secondary teachers in Malaysia, and about 60 percent of these
teachers will be teaching in the next 20 years. According to Nurul Azian the director of Pemandu
National Key Result Area for Education, the countrys teacher population is relatively young, and the
demand for new teachers is expected to gradually decrease over time. Nevertheless, there are still
areas in teaching that currently require more teachers.

University/college lecturers
It is estimated that about 38 percent of
lecturers in Malaysian public
universities have a PhD. Under the
National Higher Education Strategic
Plan (2011-2015), the government
plans to employ 75 percent of lecturers
with PhD at ve research universities
UM, USM, UiTM, UKM and UPM.
To achieve this goal, MyBrain15, MyPhD
and MyMaster were developed to
provide funding for studies at
postgraduate level. These programmes
aim to produce 60,000 PhD holders
among Malaysians by the year 2023.
Currently, a postgraduate qualication
is not necessary to become a lecturer
but as more universities wish to
improve their global ranking, it is
important for a lecturer to have
completed a PhD.

Tengku Azian Tengku Shahriman is the Director

of PEMANDU National Key Result Area/National
Key Economic Area for Education.

What course/s can you take?

At present, preschool teachers are expected to have at least a diploma in early childhood education.
However, in the near future, a degree will be highly preferred by employers. Meanwhile, students
who wish to become English language teachers must have an A/A+ in English language and nished
a degree in education or other related courses. For those interested in becoming university
lecturers, a post graduate qualication (masters and PhD) is desirable especially among research
universities.
The educational programmes at the Faculty of Education and Communications in UNITAR
International University enable students to specialise in selected elds such as management, TESL
and guidance counseling. For undergraduates, UNITAR oers guidance and counseling, and
education programmes. Meanwhile, their master programmes cater for the dierent needs of
teachers and administrators in all education sectors.

Early Childhood Care & Education (ECCE)

Salary and other benets

The target is to have universal pre-school enrolment by 2020. This expansion is expected to carry on
in the next few years. According to the Economic Transformation Programme by PEMANDU, about
30,000 teachers specialising in Early Childhood Education (ECE) will be needed by 2020. The diploma
requirement for ECE teachers is expected to be fully enforced in 2020. According to Nurul Azian, as
Malaysia becomes a high-income nation, it is expected that parents will require high quality
preschools to be made available.

Teachers used to be promoted based on tenure but this is expected to change as the Ministry of
Education is now implementing a performance management instrument that will assess teachers
performance annually. Through this new system, high performing teachers will be given better
compensation as their career track will be accelerated.

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GMI Graduates lead the Industries

German Advanced Technology training gives extra niche

For over two decades, German-Malaysian Institute
(GMI) has become the trailblazer in the field of
engineering technology. The Managing Director of
GMI, Mr Yusoff Md Sahir shares with us many aspects
of German engineering which has made it a universal
benchmark.
What makes GMI engineering technology
programmes different from those offered by other
institutions?
GMI emphasises on the importance of perseverance
and persistence in becoming an expert in our fields of
specialisation. It is this concept that we base our
learning and training at GMI and this is done through
practice-based modules carried out at labs and
workshops. Moreover, teamwork, lifelong learning,
and quality outcome are also the basis of training.
Why are engineering technology programmes at
GMI competitive?
Our programmes are aligned to the demands of
industries, demands of manpower optimisation and
the changing trend in engineering fields itself. GMI
takes a proactive step by introducing alternative
energy technology as a new programme named
Diploma in Sustainable Energy & Power Distribution.
In 2013, we introduced three new programmes which
are highly relevant to the rapid growth of the
engineering world Diploma in Industrial Plant

Maintenance, Diploma in Sheet Metal Fabrication &

Product Development; and Diploma in Manufacturing
System. All three programmes anticipate high
demand of highly skilled workforce to fill up the
vacancies within the 12 NKEAs.
Are GMI graduates at par with graduates from
Germany?
GMI is working on narrowing the gap between those
graduating firsthand from German universities and
graduates from GMI. Technical Training Officers at
GMI are sent to undergo technical training in
Germany and to experience the learning and training
environment there, firsthand. This is complemented
by site visits to industries so that GMI is able to
emulate industry setting on home ground.
In addition, emphasis is placed on an eye for details
in prioritising tasks; identifying most feasible
troubleshooting methods; cost-effective production
action plans and of course, safety, while the officers
are there in Germany. Engineering graduates from
Germany are trained to become analytical and critical
thinkers in handling tasks.
Presently, GMI has only produced an approximately
4,700 graduates. These graduates have become the
backbone of any industry or organisation. That is
how special GMI graduates are in the eyes of the
industry for being a league of their own.

 Aviation (maintenance, repair and overhaul)

The aviation industry is growing rapidly and needs more professional sta and engineers to maintain
aircraft. This growing industry presents aircraft engineers with plenty of opportunities and expertise
in helicopter turbines and avionics are in demand. According to the Ministry of Human Resources,
the country needs more than 16,000 aircraft engineers a year. However, in the last 15 years but we
have only produced about 3,000 licensed engineers in the last 15 years.

Did you
know?

Engineering

According to Talent
Corporation Malaysia,
Malaysia needs more than
1,000 engineers annually to
meet industry demands. By
2020, it is expected that the
country should have approximately
250,000 engineers. Currently we have
78,076 engineering graduates and 11,344
professional engineers.

Why this eld?

This is a great time to become an engineer as there is an abundance of opportunities to work in
various industries and gain employment overseas. The Dewan Rakyat recently passed amendments
on three bills to liberalise professional services such as engineering, architecture and quantity
surveying. These amendments will enhance the delivery and quality of services, and encourage
healthy competition. Moreover, engineers will have better
opportunities to venture into new markets abroad.

Growth area
According to Ir Ashari Mohd Yakub, executive director of the
Board of Engineers Malaysia (BEM), there is a need for
expertise in the electric and electronic, oil and gas, mechanical
engineering, and chemical engineering elds among others.
Here are some of the leading sectors that are hiring engineers:
Property and construction
Over the next four years, the demand for skilled construction
talent will increase by 4.5% annually following the
governments Economic Transformation Programme.
Construction managers, site managers and site engineers will
be the most sought after professions in the job market.

Becoming a professional
engineer is simply a testament
of achievement of a graduate
worthy of recognition as a
professional. It is a reection of
his/her leadership, technical
competency, trustworthiness
and the ability to shoulder
heavy responsibility. The
recognition also receives
respect from fellow colleagues
and peers, says Ir Ashari Mohd
Yakub, executive director of
BEM.

This increase in demand corresponds with Malaysias boom in construction with the majority of the
demand coming from Kuala Lumpur, Johor Bahru and Sabah and Sarawak.
Electric and electronic (E&E)
There are many work opportunities for fresh graduates in the oil and gas industry. The industrys
multidisciplinary nature requires every engineering sector to play their signicant roles. Engineers
are involved in a wide range of areas including conceptual or front-end engineering design, detailed
engineering, procurement services, construction management services and special studies.

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What course/s can you take?

Choose mainstream engineering courses such as
mechanical, electrical and electronic, civil and
chemical. Although there are plenty of hybrid
courses such as materials, biochemical and
aeronautical programmes available, these
programmes only meet an area of specialisation in
certain industries. A mainstream engineering course
provides you the fundamentals that you can take to
any industry, says Ir Ashari.
Aside from sticking to the mainstream engineering
courses, students must choose engineering
programmes that are accredited by the BEM. The
list of accredited engineering programmes can be
found at www.bem.org.my.

Become a professional engineer

Competition among entry-level engineers is erce
and the key to becoming employable is by having
internship experience. Internships align with your
career goals and can help you gain an advantage
over your peers for future employment.

The engineering programmes oered at

the University of Nottingham Malaysia are
designed as recommended by the Board of
Engineers Malaysia and are identical to
those oered at Nottingham UK.

According to Ir Ashari, students must be given relevant work opportunities to validate their career
plans and keep them engaged in their engineering degree programmes. While pursuing their
degree, students can sign up for programmes and workshops at IEM to gain more experience.
A student member of IEM can network with practising engineers, attend technical talks, courses and
visits, enrol in a mentorship programme with a senior engineer especially for nal year projects, and
get potential industry training programme attachments.
A professional engineer registered with BEM is recognised and can be exempted from licensing in
other countries, says Ir Ashari. He adds that those who are qualied can advance in their careers,
become consultant engineers and gain employment overseas. Furthermore, professional engineers
tend to earn more than their non-licensed counterpart.

Salary and other benets

Engineering is among the worlds best paid professions. In Malaysia, engineers in the oil and gas
sector earn an average of RM6,353 while mechanical engineers and electronic/electrical engineers
earn an average of RM4,745 and RM4,982 a month respectively. At the managerial level, engineers in
the aviation and oil and gas sector earn an average of RM9,500 per month.

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The University of
Nottingham Malaysia Campus
The University of Nottingham Malaysia Campus
(UNMC) opened in September 2000 and
became the first British university to set up a
campus both outside of the UK and in Malaysia,
earning The University of Nottingham the
Queen's Award for Enterprise 2001 and the
Queen's Award for Industry (International Trade)
2006.
In September 2005, the Malaysia Campus
moved to its own purpose-built site in Semenyih, 30km south of Kuala Lumpur. Designed to
reflect the University Park Campus in Nottingham, it is a self-contained, self-sufficient village
situated on an attractive 125-acre site. UNMC
has over 4,500 students and around 570
teaching and administrative staff members from
all over the world.
Foundation, undergraduate, and postgraduate
taught and research courses at UNMC are
taught within 17 schools and departments
across the faculties of Arts and Social Sciences,
Engineering and Science. Our graduates are
highly sought-after, with 92% employed or in
further study six months after graduation* one
of the highest graduate employment rates in
Malaysia.

The University of Nottingham is proud of its

international reputation for world-changing
research, a reputation which extends across all
of our campuses. Over the last few years
research capacity has developed rapidly and an
increased number of research grants have been
funded from various sources in Malaysia, the EU
and the UK, with research funding totalling
nearly RM12m in 2013.
We offer the best in UK education in an Asian
setting. Our programmes are identical to those
offered at The University of Nottingham in the
UK and follow the same quality assurance
processes, and students are awarded University
of Nottingham degree certificates when they
complete their course.
We provide excellent study abroad opportunities for our students to study abroad at our UK
and China campuses, as well as at our many
partner universities across the globe, offering
inter-campus, international exchange and
summer school programmes.
Find out more about the Malaysia Campus at
www.nottingham.edu.my
* 2012/13, data source known destinations of graduates who
responded to our graduate destination survey.

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mechanical devices, and instruments for medical, surgical and dental procedures. Moving forward,
the industry aims to produce high-value products such as ultrasound diagnostic machines,
transducers and printed wired board for exports. This industry is expected to contribute RM190
million and 800 jobs by 2020.
Aging population

Did you
know?

Healthcare

An aging population, expanded

medical coverage and
sedentary lifestyle will
drive the demand for more
healthcare professionals in
Malaysia. More than 95,000 jobs
are expected to be created in this
sector in 2020.

Why this eld?

Malaysia is positioning itself to become the regions
healthcare destination of choice. However, the presence of
competition from Singapore and Thailand has required the
country to broaden its patient base by improving services and
specialist capacity. In this industry, there are a number of
areas that require more talent including pharmacy, dentistry
and medical specialist.
Pharmacy
Pharmacist-patient ratio target is expected to reach 1:2,000
by 2016. This, however, doesnt mean that the country need
more pharmacists. According to Azman Yahya, secretary of
Malaysian Pharmacy Board, more pharmacists will be needed
to reach the ratio of 1:1,400 by 2020.

There are several factors

contributing to the demand
for these professionals the
expansion of hospital
pharmacy clinic services
towards a more patient-focus
service, increasing role of
pharmacists in public health,
and support for the countrys
plans to export medicinal
products produced by local
pharmaceutical
manufacturers.

Dentistry
There is only one dentist for every 6,000 Malaysian. In the next 7 years, we will need at least 5,000
more dentists to achieve the target ratio of 1:3,000.
Medical specialists
Presently, we have plenty of general medical practitioners (GPs) who are not necessarily
knowledgeable and equipped to care and treat chronic conditions most commonly found in an
elderly population. Malaysia needs more oncologists, dermatologists, otolaryngologists, radiologists,
obstetricians and gynaecologists, and surgeons who specialise in cardiothoracic and hepatobiliary
surgeries.

Growth area
High-value medical devices manufacturing
Presently, the countrys medical devices manufacturing industry produces mostly medical gloves and
catheters, ophthalmic lenses, contraceptives, orthopaedic implants, radiation devices, electro-

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Malaysias population is increasing steadily with age, as are the populations of other nations across
the world. By 2020, 10 percent of the countrys population will be above the age of 60 and by 2030,
the percentage of people aged above 60 will increase to 15 percent. This changing demographic
brings forth new healthcare concerns, which presents opportunities for people who wish to start a
career in aged care and retirement services industry. This segment is expected to create more than
7,000 jobs by 2020.
Malaysian pharmaceuticals/supplements
The arrival of major biotech players in Malaysia has paved the way for better collaboration between
the corporate sector and local research institutions. This growth area alone is expected to
contribute more than RM13 million to the countrys national income and create 12,440 jobs by 2020.
Healthcare travel
Healthcare providers are now capitalising on the countrys growing middle class and high-income
earners, the medical tourism sector, and strong demand for private healthcare providers. By 2020, it
is expected that healthcare travel will contribute to more than RM4 billion to the countrys national
income, and create about 5,300 jobs. Furthermore, about 2 million visitors are expected to visit
Malaysia for healthcare services in 2020.
Healthier lifestyle living
Malaysia has the highest obesity rate in Southeast Asia. According to Health Minister Datuk Seri S.
Subramaniam, the peoples unhealthy relationship with food presents a new health risk. Nearly 45
percent of Malaysian men and almost half of women are overweight or obese, according to a 2013
study by UK medical journal Lancet, compared to global rates at around 30 percent.

What course/s can you take?

There are many courses you can take to get into this industry. Like most professional courses, you
need to be careful in choosing the right one. This is especially true for those planning to take up
pharmacy, dentistry, and medicine courses as they have to be accredited by a Malaysian
professional body. Visit these websites to view the list of recognised local and overseas
programmes: Pharmacy www.pharmacy.gov.my; Dentistry http://mdc.moh.gov.my; Medicine
www.mmc.gov.my
Ramsay Sime Darby Healthcare College oers nursing and allied health sciences programs. As the
healthcare industry and its needs continue to grow, the college has expanded its programmes
oerings to include various allied health sciences programmes such as medical assistant courses,
medical laboratory technology (MLT), physiotherapy and health services.

Salary and other benets

The salaries of healthcare professionals and workers are well above the national average. A
pharmacists salary can start at RM2,000 and reach a maximum of RM7,000 monthly. Nurses can
earn between RM2,300 and RM3,500 monthly while a radiographer can earn between RM1,800 and
RM2,100. Physiotherapists, medical ocers and optometrists earn between RM2,500 and RM3,000
monthly. Aside from earning good salaries, a career in the healthcare industry can be very
rewarding. Simply put, knowing that you have made an impact on the health of others is something
that lls most people with pride and a sense of personal achievement.

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almost 40 different programmes, some

with international collaborations with
prestigious universities in the United
Kingdom.
MAHSA University initially specialised in
courses in the field of health sciences,
namely Medicine, Dentistry, Pharmacy,
Physiotherapy, Biomedical Sciences,
Nursing, Radiography and Environmental
Health. Today, in line with its vision of
becoming a global centre of excellence in
education, MAHSA University has
expanded its selection of courses, and
now offers programmes in Business and
Accounting as well as Engineering. Its
American Degree Transfer Programme,
provides international and professional

Here and Now: MAHSA University

Focused on providing excellence in
education, MAHSA University was
founded by Professor Datuk Dr. Hj.
Mohamad Haniffa in 2005 at Pusat
Bandar Damansara, Kuala Lumpur. The
founder - who is also the Pro-Chancellor
and Executive Chairman of MAHSA
University - has since then taken MAHSA
University on an upward trajectory of
growth to become what it is today.

Beginning as MAHSA College about a

decade ago, MAHSA was upgraded to
University College status in a mere four
years and subsequently, achieved
University status in 2013. This rapid
growth and upgrade in status is a
standing testimony towards the
dedication of the academic and
administrative staff of the university.
From its humble beginnings as a college
offering only two programmes of
learning, MAHSA University today offers

linkages for all its students upon

graduation.
Students have access to numerous
facilities on campus such as a library,
on-campus student residences complete
with 24-hour security, a swimming pool, a
gym and recreation area, cafeteria,
convenience store, computer labs, WiFi
access, suraus, A.T.M. services, travel and
tour services, and a mobile phone service
centre.
Student life at MAHSA is vibrant and
entirely student-led. MAHSA has a
diverse and exciting range of clubs and

societies that focus on sports, culture and

entertainment. Participation and
organising of events harnesses leadership
qualities of our students and allows them
to achieve a healthy balance with their
academic schedules.
MAHSA Universitys main campus is
currently at the Jalan University Campus,
in Kuala Lumpur. MAHSA has two other
branches one in Pusat Bandar
Damansara, KL, and the other one in
Sabah, both conveniently accessible by
public transportation. Upon completion
of MAHSAs latest and upcoming campus
in Saujana Putra, this ultra-modern
campus will be designed to further
enhance the academic performance of

its students while providing ample

student facilities such as a football
stadium, an Olympic-sized swimming
pool, a fully equipped student recreation
centre, a hotel and a hospital.

FOR MORE INFORMATION

CONTACT:
MAHSA University
Lorong Dungun,
50490 Kuala Lumpur,
Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur
Phone 03-7965-2555

 Shopping haven for competitively priced luxury items

Did you
know?

Hospitality & Tourism

500,000 jobs
in the hospitality
and tourism sector
will be available by
2020. We need to have
50,000 graduates of hospitality and tourism annually to
fill these jobs.

The hospitality and tourism industry contributes signicantly to the countrys national income. Last
year it contributed RM158.2 billion or 16.1 percent to the national income and created 1,857,490
jobs, including those indirectly supported by the sector.
According to Benny Ong Swee Siang, head of hotel school at Olympia, there is a demand for more
hotel and restaurant management professionals because almost 80 percent of the stas in the
industry are unskilled. With the need to revamp the industry through education, the Malaysian
Centre for Tourism and Hospitality Education (MyCenTHE) was launched by the governments
Economic Transformation Programme. MyCenTHE collaborates with
PTPTN, tourism and hospitality schools and leading hotels to give
diploma students extensive workplace exposure as well as loans
The tourism and
amounting to RM16,000 for a two-year diploma programme.
hospitality sector is

World stage for popular live performances and international

events and conventions
Event management is important in this specic area in tourism. As
the country targets to hosts more international live performances,
sporting events, and business conferences and trade fairs, the need
for event and travel managers increases. People who can nd new,
creative and cost-eective ways to add value and enhance the
overall entertainment and traveling experience of tourists are in
demand.

Malaysias second
highest earning
industry. Its rapid
growth must be
matched by a
proportional
increase in the
human resource
pool.

Place for wellness, relaxation and recreation

The countrys spa and wellness industry is projected to add RM666.2 million to the national income
by 2020. As a result, the industry will be creating as many as 6,000 more jobs. Spa therapists will be
in demand with substantial career choices and opportunities to work in public or private practice.
Furthermore, career advancement is available for those with talent to hold positions such as senior
spa therapists, supervisors, managers and spa owners.

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A biodiversity hub for nature lovers and adventurers

There are many job descriptions that fall into the
category of environmental science. Nevertheless,
many companies require a number of years of
experience and specialisations in specic areas. Due
to the increase in urban development in Malaysia,
the demand for experts in environmental science is
also increasing.
Cruise and golf destination for business people
and retirees

Why this eld?

Growth area

With the help of the new digital economy, the retail industry presents a fast-growing opportunity for
students who wish to get into business, marketing, advertising and management. More stores are
rapidly expanding globally, which will create the need for store managers, branding specialists,
search engine optimisations managers, social media experts and so on.

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The countrys golf industry has grown rapidly in

recent years and the country aims to become a
major golf destination. To achieve this, the
government has collaborated with private sector
players (golf tour operators, golf clubs, and resort
operators) and Tourism Malaysia to unlock this area
of potential. In line with these, people who
specialise in golf management will be needed to
help successfully drive this key area.

What course/s can you take?

Taylors University is known to provide

excellent services for its students in
terms of diverse study options, relevant
curriculum and teaching methods,
ongoing partnerships with leading
universities worldwide, strong industry
linkages, up-to-date facilities and
well-equipped campuses.

In many parts of the world, hospitality is becoming a

popular choice for postgraduate students.
Undergraduate courses usually focus more on
operations. Pursuing a postgraduate education addresses wider management issues, such as
leadership and strategy, including as how to maintain big brand values in local markets.

At Taylors School of Hospitality, Tourism & Culinary Arts (TCHT), the programmes are designed to
produce industry-ready graduates who can deliver excellent performance in their workplace. It uses
practical approach and students are kept immersed, eager and motivated through a curriculum that
combines the best of theoretical knowledge with practical skills. One of its popular alumnus is
Andrew Quay who graduated in 1989 and is now the Director of HR Shangri-La International Hong
Kong.

Salary and other benets

Hotel companies and large full-service properties and resorts usually pay top dollar for top
performing hospitality sta. Professionals in this industry can expect competitive starting wages,
regularly scheduled pay raises, bonuses and other nancial rewards for providing great service.
Moreover, hotel management jobs oer competitive salaries in comparison to other industries.

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These are among the many factors that drive growth in the ICT industry:
Mobile application development

Did you
know?

ICT

Information and
Communication Technology professionals are in
great demand globally and in
the region. The government
plans to increase the percentage of
skilled professionals (including ICT) in
the country from 28 per cent up to 33 per
cent by 2015 to transform Malaysia into a
knowledge-based and high-income nation.

Why this eld?

Overall, ICT services sector is projected to grow at 12.7 per
cent and reach RM77.7 billion by 2015 and RM100 billion by
2017. Computing technology will account for nearly two-thirds
of the 1.3 million jobs demanded by the science and
technology sectors by 2020. About 500,000 science and
technology majors will be needed in Malaysia. From this
number, at least 30,000 graduates are required in the ICT job
market.

The demand for applications

that run on iOS, Android and
other operating system is
continuously growing. An
average of 300 applications
are created in a day and out of
seven mobile phones sold in
Malaysia is a smartphone.

"The imminent implementation of the Goods and Services Tax

(GST) in Malaysia on 1st April 2015 will also provide an impetus to the ICT industry for 2014 and
2015, as organisations rush to replace and/or upgrade their systems to be in compliance with the
GST requirements, resulting in a demand for software developers, says former PIKOM Research
Committee Chairman Woo Tai Hai. PIKOM or The National ICT Association of Malaysia is the
association representing the information and communications technology (ICT) industry in Malaysia.

Growth areas
There are many trends inuencing the demand for new ICT talents. Among these trends include
developments in mobile application, IT security, big data, and social media. These trends require
core IT skills and a combination of skills such as statistics, technology, business, marketing, and
technology. According to research conducted by PIKOM, ICT professionals equipped with knowledge
of Java, C#, C++, dot Net, SharePoint, web application development, security compliance, and big
data analytics are highly sought after by IT companies.

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There is a constant demand for applications that run on dierent smartphone platforms. An average
of 300 applications are created daily as more and more consumers purchase smartphones. For this
growth area, graduates with IT programming skillsespecially those with mobile computing skillsare
in demand.
IT security
As IT becomes a central source of income for
businesses, security will become important.
More companies are expected to hire
computer security specialists who can help
protect the organisations information and
identify weak spots in a network system.
Cloud computing and big data
Malaysias big data market is anticipated to hit
not less than RM75 million as more
businesses start to consider big data as a big
business for their organisation.
Furthermore, enterprises and SMEs will
continue to focus on business applications
that will improve their customer relationship
management to reect the expanded
business coverage into ecommerce, social
media and mobile applications.

What course/s can you take?

As technology changes fast so does the
demand for specic technology skills. A strong
core technology education will form a good
basis upon which future specic technology
skills can be built. Moreover, development of
certain skills such as business sense,
communication skills, team working and
entrepreneurship are essential for innovation
and application of technology to changing
business models.

Former PIKOM chairman, Woon Tai Hai has

been instrumental in leading PIKOM to achieve
many milestones. In his research, he foresees
that ICT professionals in technical domain
equipped with Java, C#, C++, dotNet, SharePoint
and Web Application Development are highly in
demand. While under the business
applications, there is a fast-growing demand for
'Big Data'analytics; and Quality and Process
Improvement skill sets.

Salary and other benets

In the coming years, salary range of ICT professionals are expected to further widen. According to
research conducted by PIKOM, the typical salary of ICT professionals in major cities like Kuala
Lumpur and Cyberjaya is 1.75 times higher than of those who work in smaller cities and towns in
Malaysia. Compared with 70 cities around the world, Kuala Lumpur is ranked 53rd in terms of
remuneration scale.

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What course/s can you take?

Did you
know?

Oil & Gas

According to a
report from the
Malaysian government,
more than 60,000 professionals including engineers
and geologists will be needed
by 2020. In the global scene,
120,000 new employees will be
recruited over the next 10 years.

Even with the present slump in the global price of crude oil, jobs in this sector will not be aected.
Presently, the oil and gas industry is central to Malaysias economy as it contributes to one-fth of
the countrys total income. New opportunities and investments are abundant in this sector and as
such, there is never a decline in hiring new talents.

Growth area
Johors oil and gas sector is expected to generate at least
50,000 jobs in the future.
Pengerang Integrated Petrochemical Complex (PIPC)

The oil and gas industry is

multidisciplinary in nature.
The input and contribution
of every discipline have
signicant roles to play in
the industry. Graduates of
accountancy, law, supply
chain, human resources,
engineering, mathematics,
and science courses are
welcome to join the O&G
industry.

PIPC will become the countrys largest petrochemical complex

and is expected to create more than 100,000 new job opportunities throughout its development
stages. With a total investment of RM69 billion, PIPC will help create an oil storage and trading hub,
and increase petrochemical output.
Renery and Petrochemical Integrated Development (RAPID) Project
Pengerang Independent Deepwater Petroleum Terminal (PIDPT) is a crucial feature in the Pengerang
Integrated Petroleum Complex. The terminal, with a capacity to hold 5 million cubic metres of
various types of oil is expected to complete in 2017. The company expects terminal operators to
relocate to PIDPT in the future given Singapores space constraints.

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About 70 percent of the total oil and gas money is available for those who focus on related skill
training, according to Youth and Sports Minister Datuk Tawq Abu Bakar Titingan. He says that the
industry is in need of more skilled workforce.
According to the Institute of Materials Malaysia (IMM), which develops local skills in metallurgy,
corrosion, coatings and welding, skilled technicians can earn from RM3,000 to RM7,000 monthly
upon securing technical certicates. Industry reports show a potential growth in the welding
industry, with oil companies desperate for experienced welders to repair and maintain rigs. Most
certication courses do not have minimum
entry requirements though being procient
in English language is a bonus.

Jobs currently in-demand:

Why this eld?

The countrys O&G industry comprises nearly 4,000 companies

and most of them are male-dominated. There is, however, an
increasing number of women in the industry these days with
many working in some of the most dangerous work
environments, observes Ungku Haslina Ungku Mohamed
Tahir, head of human capital management department at
Petronas. She adds that Petronas has women working in many
oshore facilities, including Iraq.

Understanding the needs of students to get more quality experience, Heriot-Watt University has
designed engineering programmes that provide an entry to opportunities that are both interesting
and challenging in an exciting and expanding global industry. The programmes are professionally
relevant and career-focused and use teaching methods such as lectures, tutorial classes, mentor
sessions, workshops and laboratory activities. The programmes help students develop and apply
skills to real, practical engineering problems.

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Welder permanently joins pieces of

metal through welding processes; repairs
metal parts as well as grind and solder
materials.
Welding Inspector ensures the quality
and safety of the welded work in various
structures; conducts tests to nd any defects
or cracks that can adversely aect the safety
of the structure.
Blaster/Painter ensures that all the
blasting and painting equipment is kept in
ecient working conditions to avoid
downtime due to breakdowns.

Unlike branch campuses of other institutions

that oer only limited programmes from their
primary campus, Heriot-Watt University
Malaysia will continue to oer the whole
package from their Putrajaya campus. The
programmes oered in Malaysia will have the
same content as campuses in Dubai and
Edinburgh.

Painter supervisor responsible for the supervision of all painting and blasting activities, making
sure that all tasks are carried out safely and eciently.
Corrosion technician inspects, repairs and regulates a metal pipelines structural integrity.
Corrosion engineer analyses engineered materials and comes up with solutions that will stop
or slow down the eects of corrosion.

Salary and other benets

The potential to travel is high in most O&G companies. Sta members usually travel every three to
four years all over the world to carry out projects or negotiations. We would expect people in this
industry to move on and not be doing the same job even if most of the time it is a parallel move,
explains Ungku Haslina Ungku Mohamed Tahir.

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ion excellence

Join the league of educat

UK Quality Degree Now Available in Malaysia

Leading British education institute, Heriot-Watt
University rst came to Malaysia in 2013 and
welcomed the rst batch of students its new
Malaysian campus in September 2014. Heriot-Watt
University has a long-standing history of
excellence in the UK that traces back to the 1821.
The university has grown and expanded
internationally since then with campuses in
Edinburgh and Dubai, as well as its brand new
purpose-built, lakeside campus in Putrajaya, which
is Malaysias rst green campus.
Why Choose Heriot-Watt University?

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Heriot-Watt University is internationally

recognised for its delivery of career-relevant
programmes. The university works very closely
with industries to develop and accredit the
curriculum to ensure that it is current and up to
date. This guarantees that students will be
industry ready upon graduation. This partnership
is proving to be a winning formula as Heriot-Watt
is ranked 15th in the UK for receiving the highest
starting salary within six months of graduation,
according to the Times/Sunday Times Good
University Guide 2015. Heriot-Watt University
Malaysia is already in partnership with a number
of organisations including YTL Corporation
Berhad, Great Eastern Life Malaysia and MNRB
Holdings Berhad. These partnerships range from
sponsored scholarships to applied research.
At Heriot-Watt University, students can be assured
that they will receive a high quality education with
established links to potential employers, delivered
in modern classrooms with state-of-the-art
facilities and with excellent support services. The
teaching and learning experience at Heriot-Watt is
aimed at providing students a top level

experience, and preparing them for a

professional career. This is corroborated by the
National Student Survey 2014, which ranked
the university 1st in the UK for Chemical
Engineering and Electrical Engineering, and 2nd
for Economics, with a 100% student satisfaction
rating. 82% of students said they were satised
with their overall study experience at
Heriot-Watt, placing the university third in
Scotland and 39th in Edinburgh. Their
campuses in the UK and Dubai welcome
Malaysian students for transfers during their
undergraduate studies, enabling them to gain
an international study experience something
that is sought after by many Malaysian students
today.
Heriot-Watts long-standing record of excellence
has been recognised by several bodies
including The Guardian University Guide 2015,
which ranked Heriot-Watt University 13th in the
UK and 2nd in Scotland, as well as top in the UK
and Scotland for Civil Engineering and top in
Scotland for Chemical Engineering. The
University was also ranked in the top 10 in the
UK for Accounting and Finance, Chemistry,
Building and Town & Country Planning and
Mathematics.
In the 2015 Table of Tables, Heriot-Watt ranked
25th in the UK, rising three places from 28th the
previous year. Time Higher Educations Table of
Tables is the combined results of three main
UK University League Tables, which are the
Good University Guide, The Guardian and the
Complete University Guide.
Competitive Fees & Scholarships
High achievers in the SPM/ STPM/ O-Levels/
A-Levels examinations will be eligible for up to
35% scholarships.

Heriot-Watt University Malaysia, No. 1, Jalan Venna P5/ 2 Precinct 5 62200 Putrajaya MALAYSIA
Website : www.hw.ac.uk/malaysia Email : hwum@hw.ac.uk Tel : +603 - 8894 3888

BACs Cambridge A-Levels Result

A Stellar Achievement

Best degrees for career flexibility

Two of BACs A-levels students received the Outstanding Cambridge
Learner Awards for Best Student in the World for Law and Business in
2013. Amanda Kong was awarded the Best Student in the World for Law
while Lau Foong Yee was awarded the Best Student in the World for
Business Studies. BAC was the only Malaysian institution with the highest
number of Top in the World Outstanding Cambridge A2 Learner Award
winners in 2013!
With this proven track record, the CIE A-Levels is the ideal pre-university programme for students
who are yet to decide on a specific tertiary education path because it keeps doors open to a broad
range of programmes. Students who are interested in furthering their studies in Law, Business,
Media, Finance, Economics or Communication amongst others can select from a wide range of
A-Levels subjects that BAC offers which include Business Studies, Law, Economics, Accounting,
English Literature and Mathematics.
Students looking forward to getting a head start in their careers will find the BAC A-Level Express
Route programme the perfect option for them. This specially designed 11-month programme gives
BAC students an edge over those on the standard 18 or 24-month route. Coupled with BACs UK
Transfer Degree Programme in Law or Business, students will be able to graduate up to two years
ahead of their peers, making BAC the fastest and smartest way to over 100 UK Law and Business
degrees.
BACs January 2015 intake is now underway and students who sign up will receive free books and
study materials. For more information about BACs programmes and scholarships that are available,
call 03-2274 4165 or visit www.bac.edu.my. You can also contact BACS counsellors via the Facebook page (/BrickfieldsAsiaCollege.BAC) or Twitter (@BACCollege).

No matter what the course, one of the biggest concerns anyone has is whether they will be able to
nd a job or not. In this special section, we feature the most exible degree programmes a student
can take if they want to get into various industries.

Psychology A psychology degree can be used in many careers. The knowledge of human
nature and behavior allows a psychology major to step into a wide range of jobs that are perfectly
suited to their skills and personality. There are plenty of career options for psychology majors and
among them are marketing, public relations, human resource management, counseling, journalism,
research, advertising, health care and education.
Graphics Design There are promising opportunities opening up in various sectors for
graduates of this course. Graphic design graduates who specialise in Photoshop, InDesign,
typography, production design and graphic design techniques are in demand.
In the private sector, graphic design graduates can nd work in a variety of businesses such as
design consultancies and studios, marketing companies, website developers (user interface/user
experience design), multimedia companies, publishing rms, PR agencies, branding specialists,
advertising design, video game design, and corporate communication. In the public sector, common
employers are museums, government, public schools and universities and hospitals.

Mathematics Another practical and useful general science degree is a bachelors in

mathematics. This course gives you the analytical skills that are needed in all industries. and
prepares you for jobs in business, education, actuarial science, data science, research, computer
science, nance and to nearly every eld of endeavor.

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Business Administration & Management Business is a broad area, and there are

many opportunities and careers in this eld. Students who pursue business will learn how to lead
and motivate employees, build relationships, analyse problems, develop and manage budgets, and
supervise work.
This eld of study oers a variety of options that include banking, insurance, hotel/restaurant,
marketing and promotions, corporate and retail management, human resource management and
training, real estate, non-prot organisations, and even government.

Communications In Malaysia, the lack of communication skills is often the main reason why
employers nd it dicult to hire fresh graduates. Strong oral and written communication skills are
among the top interpersonal skills employers often seek when hiring sta. Employers want people
who are able to work well in a team and be able to communicate eectively with colleagues,
customers and clients.
Mass communications, English literature, journalism,
broadcasting, public relations, and other related courses can
prepare you for jobs in marketing and sales, media and
publishing, corporate communications, human resource
management, education, hospitality and tourism, events and
travel management, and many more.
Law Whether you hope to work as a lawyer or not, the eld
of law provides career options to suit your personality. There
are careers where a legal knowledge is useful and the
intellectual ability required. While there are law graduates who
go into the legal professions, there are others who are working
in career areas in human resource management, public sector
management, communications, public relations, insurance,
journalism, contracts management and purchasing, logistics,
transport management, and voluntary organisations.

Brickelds Asia College (BAC) has

established itself as the Fastest &
Smartest Way to UK Law & Business
degrees. The college has established
an excellent reputation as a
provider of quality education and its
graduates are highly sought after by
local and international rms in both
the public and private sectors.

Another option is to consider postgraduate study in law and this

may be a one-year masters degree. This is suitable for those who hope for an academic career or
those who simply want to continue their academic study of the subject.
Students who wish to earn a LLB (Hons) degree from a world-class British university can check out
the UK transfer programmes at Brickelds Asia College (BAC). BAC has partnerships with foreign
institutions such as the University of London, University of Cambridge, University of Aberystwyth,
University of Liverpool, University of Hull, and more.
Moreover, BAC provides opportunities for students to qualify as a lawyer in the fastest and smartest
way possible. By enrolling in BACs A-Level Express Route, students may customise their
programmes and complete the course in 11 months instead of the traditional 18 or 24 months.

Economics A degree in economics can lead to many career areas. Economics graduates can
nd employment in large companies or government agencies in the elds of agriculture, labor,
transportation, utilities and international trade. They can nd work in the nance sector including
banking, accountancy, actuarial work, insurance, taxation, and trading. Other roles that economics
graduates go into include marketing, sales, and advertising, human resource management, IT and
education.

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