ILP Sharing Session Highlights Public Sector Accounting Careers

Students from the Faculty of Management (FOM) participated in an Industrial Learning Partner (ILP) sharing session in September 2025, featuring Ms. Noorharnani Mohd Sarkawi from the Accountant General’s Department of Malaysia.

During the session, Ms. Noorharnani shared her journey as a public officer and provided guidance on the skills and qualifications needed to pursue a career in the public sector. She also explained the practical use of accrual basis accounting and cash basis accounting in managing public funds, helping students see how each method has its own strengths and limitations.

The talk further introduced students to the government budgeting process, giving them a clearer picture of how national financial planning is translated into day-to-day operations. Overall, the session gave students valuable insights into the realities of working in public sector accounting while reinforcing how classroom learning connects with practical applications in the field.