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THE STAR, THURSDAY 1 JULY 2021 EDUCATION GUIDE A bright future beckons An investment in knowledge pays the best interest, so make sure you research your options carefully before pursuing further studies. 2 Education Guide THE STAR, THURSDAY 1 JULY 2021 Stepping stone to a career in accountancy IT is no secret that the Covid-19 pandemic has changed how we live the world over. While we adjust to the new normal, students who received their SPM results are to answer the same questions as many of us have before: “Now that SPM is over, what’s next?” Students with the propensity for numbers, however, might take solace to discover that the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA) has launched its foundation in accountancy (FIA) campaign entitled FIA-1-Million. This bursary programme in part- nership with 17 top learning insti- tutions in the country – dubbed the approved learning partners (ALP) – would offer sponsorship grants of up to RM1mil to support the educational pursuits of successful candidates. Students trained in accountancy could look forward to a myriad of roles Students who just completed their SPM examinations are encouraged to Some 1,000 Malaysian students, all the way up the corporate ladder to CFO or CEO. find out more about the ACCA FIA-1-Million Bursary Programme from either secondary school-leavers or now to Dec 31, 2021 at their chosen approved learning partners. graduates from non-accounting is bouncing back in terms of accounting and finance are professions, would be given the confidence, orders, employment encouraged to find out more chance at pursuing a successful and spending. about the ACCA FIA-1-Million career in accounting and finance. “In anticipation of potential Bursary Programme from now to Furthermore, as a profession growth opportunities, we must Dec 31, 2021 at their chosen ALP. that is currently underserved in focus on developing our youth as The ACCA ALP platinum the market, according to ACCA highly skilled talents,” said Ling. partners include Imperium Maritime South-East Asia head As a leading professional body International College, INTEC Edward Ling, this effort strength- that has been developing profes- Education College, Methodist ens the profession while simultane- sional accountants for over 117 College Kuala Lumpur, Sentral ously adding to nation-building. years, ACCA students would College Penang, Sunway College “In order to meet our country’s develop valuable skills like good Ipoh, Sunway College Johor Baru, aspiration of developing 60,000 financial management and Sunway College Kuching, Sunway accountants to support our trans- business decision-making skills, as TES and UOW Malaysia KDU. formation into a developed nation, well as sustainability and ethics Meanwhile, the ACCA ALP we need to work together with our awareness. gold partners are Crescendo partners. Students trained in accountancy International College, Kompas “This includes the education could look forward to a myriad of International College, Institut and government sectors as well roles from entrepreneurship and Akauntan KTC Johor Baru, Institut as employers to look into new ways investments, to social enterprises Sinaran, Methodist Pilley Institute, of developing and increasing the and charity organisations and all Pintar College, Taylor’s College and number of students embarking on the way up the corporate ladder YES International College. the profession which we have to chief financial officer (CFO) or identified as necessary for chief executive officer (CEO). ■ For more information about the Malaysia’s growth,” he said. ACCA Foundation in Accountancy Pursuing a globally recognised (FIA), visit www.accaglobal.com/ Level up with skills qualification my/en/student/FIA.html or contact According to the latest ACCA and Students who have just complet- the approved learning partners ACCA launched its Foundation in Accountancy (FIA) campaign titled IMA Global Economic Conditions ed their SPM examinations and listed to apply for the RM1mil FIA-1-Million aimed at providing 1,000 students with financial assistance Survey (GECS), the global economy interested in pursuing a career in bursary. through its 17 approved learning partners. Nurturing future frontliners Diploma in Medical Laboratory Technology offered by MSU College is designed for students interested in scientific discoveries and medical research. THE emergence of the Covid-19 frontiers, Management & Science Comprehensive training pandemic has highlighted the vital University (MSU) College offers the The programme is a comprehen- role of Medical Laboratory Diploma in Medical Laboratory sive training and learning experi- Technologists, who are in charge Technology (MLT) to those who are ence in all levels of laboratory of conducting the real-time polymer- interested in scientific discoveries medicine, including haematology ase chain reaction tests (RT-PCR) on and medical research. and microbiology, to name a few. suspected Covid-19 samples. Students are trained to conduct They are the unsung heroes Well-balanced programmes procedures and test specimens from behind the scene. It prepares students with its patients such as blood, urine and Though we cannot see them on well-balanced programmes tissue, and provide reports that the front lines, they have made comprising academic knowledge help doctors decide on diagnosis enormous contributions to the fight with hands-on practical skills, which and patient treatment. against this deadly disease. would enhance students’ knowledge In preparing the medical future and required skills. > TURN TO PAGE 4 THE STAR, THURSDAY 1 JULY 2021 3 4 Education Guide THE STAR, THURSDAY 1 JULY 2021 Producing High demand for engineering competent THE fields of engineering and of Engineering Technology. graduates technology is one of the highest in The recognition of this pro- demand, which could give a good gramme from the Board of > FROM PAGE 2 opportunity for those interested. Engineers Malaysia (BEM) is also Since 2002, the Universiti Kuala an added value to UniKL-MSI grad- The three-year programme aims Lumpur Malaysian Spanish uates who to date, 86% secured a to produce medical laboratory Institute (UniKL-MSI), in coopera- job in the market within six technologists who are competent, tion with the Spanish government, months after graduation. skilful and capable to meet the offers various courses for diploma Furthermore, students are also human capital needs of the coun- and bachelor’s in Engineering provided with industrial training try, with career opportunities in Technology, with specialisation in and are exposed to a lot of activi- numerous industries such as hospi- mechanical, manufacturing, and ties and programmes to increase tals, clinics, public health laborato- automotive engineering courses their interpersonal skills such as ries, pharmaceutical or chemical which include electrical and communication, leadership, team- industries, biotechnology compa- electronics. work, and problem-solving to cre- nies, veterinary clinics, research As for the diploma course, ate a holistic UniKL-MSI graduate. laboratories, transplant and blood UniKL-MSI offers four which To date, UniKL-MSI graduates donor centres and fertility clinics. includes Diploma of Engineering are working in various engineer- At MSU College, students would Technology in Electromechanical ing, manufacturing and in the be exposed to a holistic learning Installation and Maintenance, multinational sectors locally and experience to build soft skills and Diploma of Engineering Since 2002, the Universiti Kuala Lumpur Malaysian Spanish Institute internationally. all the necessary skills that are Technology in Mechanical Design (UniKL-MSI), in cooperation with the Spanish government, offers various Graduates have secured jobs required for a professional MLT. and Development, Diploma of courses for diploma and bachelor’s in Engineering Technology. in nearby Kulim-Hi-Tech Park Meanwhile, the curriculum Electronic Engineering Technology area such as Intel Corporation combines the knowledge of (Industrial Automation and Hi-Tech Park campus. and tools, originally adopted from and First Solar (M) Sdn Bhd as integrated education, health and Control) and Diploma of This programme focuses on all Spain. well as in various local industries education science lab. Engineering Technology in types of mechanical systems design The section houses several such as Coho (M) Sdn Bhd, Sensata Upon completion of the Production. and development including auto- laboratories and workshops, Technologies Malaysia and Proton diploma, students may proceed The programme equips students motive as well as thermodynamics, including Material Engineering to name a few. to a bachelor’s degree programme with wide knowledge and capabili- heat transfer, structures and mate- Laboratory, Thermal Laboratory, Fully owned by Majlis Amanah at Management and Science ties in design for manufacturing of rials, fluid dynamics and advanced Fluid Mechanics laboratory, CAD/ Rakyat (MARA), UniKL-MSI University (MSU) through the mechanical products and prepares control systems. CAE Laboratory, Automotive labs, provides various modern learning Faculty of Health & Life Sciences or graduates with the technical skills Automotive engineering mainly Design Development and facilities on par with facilities used International Medical School (IMS). and capabilities in current distribu- focuses on the design, manufacture Prototyping labs. in industry. Another opportunity for students tion installation. and operation of engines and