The session opened with remarks by Prof. Dato’ Ts. Dr. Mazliham Mohd Su’ud, President and Chief Executive Officer of MMU, who highlighted the University’s long-standing partnership with Huawei, which began in 2018 through the establishment of a Huawei ICT Academy at MMU.

The collaboration has continued to grow over the years, with MMU recently recognised as one of Huawei’s Excellent Global Talent Alliance Partners during the Global Partners’ Night at HUAWEI CONNECT 2026 in Shanghai, recently. The recognition reflects the continued collaboration between MMU and Huawei in supporting talent development and strengthening industry-academia engagement in the digital technology sector. Also present were Assoc. Prof. Dr. Chua Fang Fang, Dean of the Faculty of Computing and Informatics (FCI), together with representatives from Huawei Malaysia, MMU lecturers and students.

During the session, Mr. Jack Li, HR Director of Huawei Malaysia, shared insights into career opportunities and talent development, while Mr. Chong Chern Peng, Vice President of Digital Power, Huawei Malaysia, delivered a keynote on Intelligent World 2035, exploring technological developments expected to shape industries and society over the coming decade.

The session also introduced students to Huawei’s ICT Academy, professional certification and learning opportunities, as well as industry platforms such as the Huawei ICT Competition. A Digital Power segment further highlighted the convergence of digital technologies and power electronics, while representatives from Huawei and participating industry partners provided opportunities for students to explore potential career pathways.

In a nutshell, the programme provided students with greater exposure to industry perspectives, emerging technologies and potential career pathways, complementing their academic learning with insights from industry professionals. It also further strengthened the industry-academia connection between MMU and Huawei, supporting continued opportunities for students to develop relevant skills and stay connected with the evolving needs of the digital technology sector.

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The opening ceremony kicked off by with a speech by the Integrity and Leadership 2026 director, Ms Nur Samira Othman. The ceremony also featured the InL’26 Video Assignment, which challenged students to produce videos promoting awareness of integrity and leadership. The assignment received 105 submissions, with the top entries selected based on the judging criteria. The Champion, First Runner-Up and Second Runner-Up received cash prizes of RM300, RM200 and RM100 respectively, sponsored by Adina Charity Circle, along with food hampers.

With the title, “Ethical Leadership: Leading Right, Leading with Integrity”, the session featured two speakers namely Puan Nurhayati Dato’ Nordin, Chief Executive Officer of Rasuah Busters, who shared insights on ethical leadership and integrity. The programme also featured Dr. Wendy Lee, BrandImage Master Consultant, who spoke on building a strong professional image and the importance of personal branding in a professional environment.

Coordinated by the Learning Institute for Empowerment (LIfE) with the student committee members, this programme helped to expose to perspectives from professionals in integrity, governance and personal branding, while encouraged to consider how ethical values can shape their decisions, conduct and professional identity.

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The pact was signed by Prof. Dato’ Dr. Mazliham Mohd Su’ud, President and Chief Executive Officer of MMU, and Ir. Yau Chau Fong, President of IEM, marking a continued commitment by both institutions to strengthen collaboration in engineering education, professional development and industry engagement.

The collaboration will create more opportunities for MMU students and staff through joint seminars, research and academic activities especially with the Faculty of Artificial Intelligence and Engineering (FAIE), access to IEM’s professional network, and support for MMU’s iCadet activities.

Under the MoU, MMU will provide campus facilities, support student recruitment and promote professional membership, while IEM will contribute industry expertise, educational resources and support for engineering-related activities at MMU. Both institutions will also work together in organising and approving relevant research and academic activities.

The partnership is expected to provide MMU students with greater exposure to the engineering profession, industry practices and the wider professional community, while further strengthening the University’s engagement with the engineering industry.

Also present at the ceremony were Prof. Ts. Dr. Lau Siong Hoe, Vice President of Market Exploration, Engagement and Touchpoint (MEET), Ms. Azimah Abdul Aziz, Director of Government Liaison and Industry Engagement (GLIE), Prof. Ir. Dr. Hezerul Abdul Karim,  Deputy Dean of FAIE as well as other MMU representatives.

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The programme gathered students from MMU, Universitas Multimedia Nusantara (UMN) and Universiti Kuala Lumpur (UniKL), providing a platform for students to explore real-world industry challenges through design thinking, ideation, prototyping, mentoring and pitching. Working in cross-university teams, participants developed solutions while gaining hands-on experience in the entrepreneurship process.

A key part of SIC 2026 was the industry challenge presented by Ts. Mike Fong Yit Meng, CEO and Founder of PasarKita Technology Sdn Bhd and an MMU alumnus. Participants also visited PasarKita Technology and took part in workshops and mentoring sessions with industry practitioners and academic experts to develop and refine their ideas.

On the final day, five teams presented their solutions to a panel of judges comprising Ts. Mike Fong Yit Meng; Prof. Ir. Dr. Zulfadzli Yusoff, Vice President, Student Experience and Entrepreneurship Development (VP SEED), MMU; and Dr. Ika Yanuarti, S.E., M.S.F, CSA, Vice Rector for Student Affairs, Employability, and Entrepreneurship, UMN.

Team 4tastic 4orever, comprising students from MMU and UMN, emerged as the Champion with their project, Hand in Hand, winning the RM1,000 prize sponsored by Ts. Mike Fong Yit Meng. The Most Dynamic Team Award went to Team Triad for their project, Kedai Partner, which received a RM500 prize sponsored by Skystar Ventures.

The programme adopted the 3H framework of Hacker, Hipster and Hustler, which encouraged participants to bring together different strengths in technical skills, creativity, user understanding, business thinking and execution. The cross-university team structure also allowed students to exchange ideas and perspectives while working towards a common goal.

For MMU participants, SIC 2026 also contributed to their entrepreneurial development journey, with each student receiving 20 eCadet or iCadet points for their participation. The programme gave students practical experience in developing and presenting solutions to real-world challenges while working with peers from different institutions and backgrounds. It also provided an avenue for MMU to strengthen its collaboration with UMN, UniKL and industry partners through entrepreneurship and innovation activities.

Well done!

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Organised by Persatuan Taekwon-Do Melaka ITF-MTF, the championship saw Andrew emerge as champion in the Individual Male 19 Years and Above, Black Belt Pattern 2nd Dan category, as well as the Individual Male 19 Years and Above, Black Belt Sparring 1st–6th Dan, 60.1–75 kg category.

In addition to competing, Andrew also served as an umpire and took part in the opening ceremony demonstration, reflecting his active involvement in the Taekwon-Do community. The latest achievement adds to Andrew’s sporting accomplishments in 2026, while balancing his involvement in competitive Taekwon-Do with his studies at MMU.

Congratulations, Andrew!

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Ammar represented MMU in the Speak Up Competition, where he was first selected among the Top 30 Best Academic Speakers before receiving the Top 5 Best Speaker award at the Leadership Speak-Up Forum. He was also awarded the ALPS Youth Ambassador title during the programme.

The summit brought together young leaders from across the Asia-Pacific region to present ideas on youth leadership, innovation and the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).  For his leadership pitch, Ammar presented LightUp Youth, a youth-led initiative focused on improving access to clean energy and encouraging young people to take part in climate action. The initiative was aligned with SDG 7: Affordable and Clean Energy and SDG 13: Climate Action.

The recognition adds to Ammar’s experience in public speaking and youth leadership, while giving him an opportunity to represent MMU and share his ideas on sustainability with fellow young leaders from across the region.

Well done!

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The workshop brought together media practitioners from Kelab Media Putrajaya to learn more about the use of artificial intelligence (AI) in their work. The session covered practical applications of AI in media and communications, giving participants the opportunity to explore how AI tools can support content creation and other media-related tasks.

The workshop was conducted by Prof. Dr. Ooi Chee Pun, Dean of the Faculty of Artificial Intelligence and Engineering (FAIE), together with his team. Coordinated by the Corporate Communication Department (CCD), the workshop also allowed participants to learn directly from MMU’s AI experts and exchange views on the use of AI in the media field. The session also marked an opportunity for MMU and Kelab Media Putrajaya to share knowledge and strengthen their engagement, particularly in the area of AI and media.

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In her speech, the Prof. Dr. Tan Booi Chen, FOM Dean congratulated the recipients and said the achievement reflected their effort, discipline, commitment and determination throughout the trimester. She also acknowledged students who had been on the Dean’s List for several consecutive trimesters, highlighting the consistency needed to maintain strong academic performance.

The students were reminded that the Dean’s List is a milestone, not the destination. Beyond their academic results, they were encouraged to develop skills such as critical thinking, communication, problem-solving and teamwork, while taking up opportunities to learn outside the classroom. The ceremony was led by Dr. Noor Shahaliza Othman, together with the dedicated committee members who worked behind the scenes to ensure the event was organised smoothly and meaningfully. The ceremony also included a special tribute to the late Tun Siti Hasmah, bringing the FOM community together to remember and honour her contributions.

Meanwhile, the Faculty of Information Science and Technology (FIST) held its Dean’s List Award Ceremony for Term 2610 on 25 September 2026 at the CLC A2, Melaka campus. A total of 678 students were recognised, with approximately 200 students attending the ceremony.

Certificates were presented to students in recognition of their academic performance and commitment throughout the trimester by Assoc. Prof. Ts. Dr. Siti Fatimah Abdul Razak, FIST dean. The ceremony also acknowledged students who maintained a high CGPA while contributing to the university community. The ceremony was led by Mr Alvin Lim, with the strong support of the dedicated committee members ensured the event was conducted smoothly and successfully.

Congratulations to all the Dean’s List recipients!

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Led by Project Leader Dr Noor Ashikin Mohd Rom, the seminar covered key aspects of tax filing, including the use of Form B, declaration of business income, allowable business expenses, tax computation and payment. Participants also took part in a hands-on session on MyTax and e-Filing, where they were guided through the process of managing their tax matters and submitting their tax returns online. The session also covered the importance of keeping proper business and tax records for seven years and meeting the relevant tax deadlines.

The seminar was delivered by Mdm Rapiah Mohd Zaini, who served as the main speaker and facilitator. Drawing on her experience in taxation, she guided participants through the practical aspects of managing their tax obligations. The project was also supported by Mdm Zarehan Selamat, Mdm Azleen Shabrina Mohd Nor and Dr Hasliza Hassan. The programme provided FOM with an opportunity to share its knowledge and expertise with the local community, particularly micro-entrepreneurs who manage their own business and tax matters.

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Accompanied by Assoc. Prof. Dr. Liew Tze Wei, Chair of CCCIS 2026, Mr Yutong was welcomed by Prof. Dr. Hishamuddin Ismail, Campus Director; Prof. Ts. Dr. Md. Shohel Sayeed, Research Chair, Centre for Intelligent Cloud Computing (CICC); Ts. Dr. Sumendra Yogarayan, Deputy Dean (Postgraduate and Collaborations); and faculty members from the Faculty of Information Science and Technology (FIST).

During the visit, Mr Yutong toured the ZTE 5G Lab managed by the Faculty of Engineering and Technology (FET), hosted by Prof. Ir. Dr. Lim Heng Siong. He also visited the FIST SMART Lab, where he was introduced to the FIST Postgraduate Research Showcase and the faculty’s ongoing research activities.

The visit provided an opportunity for Mr Yutong to gain insights into MMU’s research activities and technological innovations, particularly in areas related to 5G technology, intelligent computing and postgraduate research. Discussions during the visit also touched on potential areas for research and academic exchange, as well as opportunities to strengthen industry-academia engagement between MMU and Information Technology Designing & Consulting Institute Co., Ltd.

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