F I R S T E D I T I O N F I R S D E T I T I O N 0 1 www.umk.edu.my EDITION 1 | JANUARY - MARCH 2023 UMK INTERNATIONAL AT A GLIMPSE umkinternational umkinternational POTENTIAL PARTNERS MEETING COURTESY VISITS VIRTUAL INFO DAY SMA NEGERI 9, JAKARTA, INDONESIA INDIA, NIGERIA, CHINA, PAKISTAN, INDONESIA INDIA, CHINA, JAPAN WELCOMING CHINA STUDENTS UMK-ANGRAU COLLABORATION FOR INTERNATIONAL MOBILITY PROGRAM UMKI STRATEGIC PLANNING WORKSHOP UMKI ROAD TOUR 2023
TABLE OFCONTENTS FOREWORD UMK INTERNATIONAL ADMINISTRATION ADMINISTRATION MARKETING INTERNATIONALISATION REGIONAL REPRESENTATIVES TESTIMONIALS All rights reserved by UMK International 2023 No part of this publication may be reproduced, stored for reproduction of transferred to other forms, through any means including electronic, mechanical, photos, recording and so on without permission from UMK International. Book Title: UMK International E-Bulletin January - March 2023 ISSN Number: 2948-510X Published by: UMK International Universiti Malaysia Kelantan City Campus Pengkalan Chepa 16100 Kota Bharu, Kelantan, Malaysia EDITORIAL MEMBERS CHIEF EDITOR Assoc. Prof. Dr. Ng Siew Foen ASSOCIATE EDITOR Dr. P. Yukthamarani Permarupan Dr. Nurul Akmar Che Zaudin Dr. Mohammed Aurifullah Dr. Kanit Sripaoraya Dr. Julia Tan Yin Yin Kho Siew Leen Ahmad Aiman Ahmad Nazim Tuan Nor Azma Tuan Hussain Hoi Jie Ern Nor Shafiqah Ismail COPYREADER Mohammad Affiq Kamarul Azlan DESIGNER Nor Shafiqah Ismail INDIA, CHINA, JAPAN
FOREWORD ASSOCIATE PROF. DR. NG SIEW FOEN DIRECTOR OF UMK INTERNATIONAL Greetings from UMK International! The first quarter of 2023 passed like a breeze. With the massive return of international students to UMK, the international office has experienced a huge number of students crowding the office for visa processing matters and enquiries. The increase in international students has indeed made a significant contribution to the personality of the institution and to its financial well-being. More importantly, enrolling international students from a wide range of countries and backgrounds has boosted the diversity of the campus and will hopefully produce culturally aware and well-rounded students. Having more international students also means having more opportunities to collaborate with our international partners. Between January and March, we assisted faculties in their mobility programs with partners from India and Indonesia. It was great to see students from these countries enjoying their interactions with UMK students as well as experiencing the local cultures and places. More discussions for potential mobility programs with China and Thailand are already in the pipeline.. The international road tour to the three campuses was another highlight of the first quarter worth mentioning. Meeting faculties and explaining the role of the international office helped to break through many barriers between the international office and the faculties. We hope this meeting will help to enhance internal cohesive collaborations and creative idea-sharing so that together we can bring UMK to another level. Let's move forward in togetherness! Edition 1: January - March 2023 3
International Staff Hor Jie Ern Dr. Yukthamarani Permarupan Dr. Nurul Akmar Che Zaud Kho Siew Leen Ahmad Aiman Ahmad Nasim Deputy Director Promotion Deputy Director Internationalization Senior Assistant Registrar Assistant Registrar Senior Administrativ Assistant Asisstant Administrative Officer (PSH) Zainuzzi Ismail D
Nor Shafiqah Ismail din Tuan Nor Azma Tuan Hu ain Dr. Mohammed Aurifuah Dr. Kanit Sripaoraya Ms. Chua Hui Wen ve Regional Representative India, Pakistan & Bangladesh Regional Representative Thailand, Laos, Cambodia, Vietnam & Myanmar Regional Representative China & Mangolia e Administrative Assistant Administrative Assistant (PSH) Director
Dr. Mohammed Au Dr. Kan Regional Represent South Asia - India, Bangladesh & Pakis Regiona Indochi Vietnam Laos Ms. Chua Hui W Regional Repre China & Mango UMK INTERNATION REGIONAL REPRES
rifullah nit Sripaoraya tative stan al Representative na - Thailand m, Cambodia & Wen esentative olia NAL OFFICE SENTATIVES
DIRECTOR OF UMK INTERNATIONAL ASSOC. PROF. DR NG SIEW FOEN DEPUTY DIRECTOR MARKETING PROMOTION DR. YUKTHAMARANI PERMARUPAN DEPUTY D INTERNAT DR. NUR REGIONAL REPRESENTATIVE SOUTH ASIA DR. MOHAMMED AURIFULLAH REGIONAL REPRESENTATIVE INDOCHINA DR. KANIT SRIPAORAYA REGIONAL REPRESENTATIVE CHINA & MONGOLIA MS. CHUA HUI WEN ASSISTAN INTERNA AHMAD ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT PROMOTION & AGENT RECRUITMENT TUAN NOR AZMA TUAN HUSSAIN ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT (PSH) NOR SHAFIQAH ISMAIL
DIRECTOR TIONALIZATION UL AKMAR CHE ZAUDIN NT REGISTRAR ATIONALIZATION & MOBILITY D AIMAN BIN AHMAD NASIM KHO SIEW LEEN SENIOR ASSISTANT REGISTRAR ADMINISTRATION & INTERNATIONAL STUDENT AFFAIRS ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT VISA & PASS ZAINUZZI ISMAIL ASSISTANT ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER (PSH) HOR JIE ANN FKP FTKW FPV FSB FHPK FAE FBKT FBI FSDK HEPA MGSEB CPS
2023- ADMINISTRATION UMK INTERNATIONAL International Overview Visa & Pass Student Welfare
Unit of International Affairs 2012 2013 UMK International Office 2019 Centre of International & Marketing NOV 2019 UMK International HISTORY OF UMK INTERNATIONAL VISION To be a referred centre in managing international affairs, promoting global partnerships and facilitating international education. MISSION To provide efficient and quality services to the international community within and beyond the University. QUALITY OBJECTIVES 1. To ensure at least 70% of the targeted number of the international students in UMK is achieved. 2. To ensure 80% students pass in renewed within 7 working days from the submission date of the passport. 3. To ensure 80% students dependant pass is renewed from the submission date of the passport. 4. To ensure 80% international student recruitment agents at UMK is achieved. 5. To ensure the mobility program data (credited/non-credited) is updated and reported to stake holders 4 times a year. CLIENT CHARTER 1. To promote UMK quality academic programs internationally. 2. To manage the recruitment, admission and welfare of international students. 3. To facilitate mobility and outreach programs for students and staffs 4. To promotoe and strengthen global partnerships 5. To coodinate international cooperation and facilitate exchanges.INTERNATIONAL OVERVIEW Edition 1: January - March 2023 7
VISA & PASS APPLICATION MANAGEMENT STATISTICS EDUCATION MALAYSIA GLOBAL SERVICES (EMGS) UMK INTERNATIONAL (UMKI) IMMIGRATION DEPARTMENT OF MALAYSIA Student Student & Dependent’s Edition 1: January - March 2023 8 January -March 2023 VAL APPLICATION: 24 VAL CANCELLATION/CORRECTION: 6 RE-OPEN VAL APPLICATION: 24 RENEWAL @ STARS: 12 INSURANCE RENEWAL: 1 CHANGE OF MEDICAL SCREENING: 32 NEW STD PASS ENDORSEMENT JIM: 69 RENEWAL @ IMMIGRATION: 8 SPECIAL PASS: 2 TRANSFER STICKER: 2 SHORTEN: 1 DEPENDENT NEW: 1 RENEWAL: 0 SPECIAL PASS: 1 MOBILITY NEW LESS 3 MONTHS :33 NEW MORE 3 MONTHS: 0 SPECIAL PASS: 1
STUDENT WELFARE UMK International is delighted to welcome 14 postgraduate students from China, who have safely arrived at our university today. We wish them all the best and hope that they will have an exciting learning journey with UMK. UMK International is pleased to welcome Mr. Chen Fei from China and Mdm. Adeh Rose from Nigeria. They are here to pursue their postgraduate studies at our university. We wish them a successful journey. They are here to pursue their post graduate studies. Edition 1: January - March 2023 9
Foster Family Programme for UMK International Students Edition 1: January - March 2023 10
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OTHERS 26th February - UMKI 2023 Strategic Planning Workshop at the Grand Renai Hotel, Kota Bharu, Kelantan. 5th January - Internal Quality Audit : MS ISO 9001: 2015 for the year 2022. Edition 1: January - March 2023 12
2023- MARKETING UMK INTERNATIONAL Promotion Activities Agent Recruitment
INTERNATIONAL STUDENT (ENROLMENT) STUDENT BY COUNTRIES 500 UMK 350 KPT KEY PERFORMANCE INDICATORS (KPI) 500 students (UMK) | 350 students (KPT) 1st Quarter Enrolment of 2023 - 369 students KPI 2023 (Enrolment) 500 EUTHOPIA (2) CHINA (220) SENEGAL (1) SRI LANKA (1) MALDIVES (2) SOMALIA (4) GHANA (2) THAILAND (8) BANGLADESH (5) INDONESIA (78) INDIA (7) TURKEY (1) YEMEN (4) PAKISTAN (10) NIGERIA (18) 9 36 38 137 243 304 319 International 2017 2018 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023 VIETNAM (1) PALESTINE (5) March Edition 1: January - March 2023 14
UMK INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS CAMPUS & FACULTY 1. Faculty of Agro Based Industry - 9 2. Faculty of Earth Science - 6 3. Faculty of Bioengineering & Technology - 1 1. Faculty of Entrepreneurship & Business - 152 2. Faculty of Hospitality, Tourism & Wellness - 7 3. Faculty of Veterinary & Medicine - 9 4. Faculty of Data Science & Computer - 14 5. Malaysian Graduate School of Entrepreneurship & Business - 5 1. Faculty of Creative Technology & Heritage - 92 2. Faculty of Architecture & Ekistic - 8 3. Faculty of Language Studies & Human Development (FBI) - 66 16students187students UMK Jeli Campus UMK Main Campus City Campus UMK Chancellory Building, UMK Bachok UMK Entrepreneurial Hall, UMK City Campus Main Hall, UMK Jeli Campus 166students Edition 1: January - March 2023 15
PROMOTION January 3rd January 2023 | Discussion with agent for student recruitment: Info LeadMode. UMKI looking forward to a successful collaboration in bringing more international students to UMK. 12th January 2023 | UMK International had the pleasure of receiving a courtesy visit from Mr. Nandi Rameswara Rao, CEO of Realtor Oxygen, India. The meeting was fruitful, with a focus on finding ways to accommodate international students, particularly those from India. We look forward to welcoming more students from India and other countries in the future. Edition 1: January - March 2023 16
1st February 2023 | UMK International had the opportunity to visit International Student Affairs at USM Kubang Kerian. The delegates from UMK International, including Deputy Director (Marketing) Dr. P Yukthamarani, Senior Assistant Registrar Ms. Kho Siew Leen, Senior Administrative Assistant Mr. Zainuzzi Ismail, and Administrative Assistant Ms. Tuan Nor Azma Tuan Hussain, met with the team at USM to discuss ways to better support international students. 6th February 2023 & 7th February 2023 | UMK International held discussions with two agents from student recruitment agencies; Chengdu Manduolin and Positive Vector. The meeting was attended by Deputy Director (Marketing) Dr. P Yukthamarani and Administrative Assistant Ms. Tuan Nor Azma Tuan Hussain. We look forward to working closely with these agents to attract more students from China to UMK. February Edition 1: January - March 2023 17
10th February 2023 | An informal meet was held over a buffet dinner between UMK and its partner Global Front in Impiana Hotel, Kuala Lumpur. Global Front International CEO, Dato Low Kok Thai and his assistant Mr Alves attended the session. UMK was represented by the Deputy Vice Chancellor (Academic & International) Prof Nik Maheran Nik Muhammad and the Director of UMK International Assoc. Prof. Dr Ng Siew Foen. The informal session has led to 6 possible collaborations between Global Front & UMK. 1. Four Master programs by coursework -Master in Entreprenuership -Master in Islamic Finance -Master in Business Communication -Master in Innovation & Design 2. 2+2+1 program 3. Summer Camp - BELUM trail , Heritage Trail, Food trail 4. PhD Co- Supervision 5. Undergraduate Science program - Bio Engineering, Sustainability, Food Security 6. Off-shore Veterinary program Let's hope this initial discussion will lead to more fruitful outcomes. 10th February 2023 | A meeting was held between UMK and Wuxi Beijing at Conezion Putra Jaya. Wuxi Beijing was represented by Mr Zhong Zhen Yu and his assistance Mr Hai Loon and Miss Alice. UMK was represented by the Deputy Vice Chancellor (Acdemic & International) Prof Nik Maheran Nik Muhammad, Dean of FKP, Assoc Prof. Dr. Zailani, Director of UMK International, Assoc. Prof. Dr Ng Siew Foen and Director of PPQ, Dr Hasnita bt Che Harun. The following matters were discussed in the meet: a) Physical returning of 32 students from China parked under the special MIE cohort b) English course with ELC c) Registration of 150 new master students in September 2023 d) Beijing Asean Conference Collaboration The close partnership between UMK and Wuxi Beijing has spurred more collaborations that would benefit both parties. Edition 1: January - March 2023 18
20th February 2023 - 25th February 2023 A several discussion were held with agents from student recruitment agencies; Zhong Ma Recruitment age PUU, Noble House Consultant, and Phoenix Asia. The discussion was attended by Deputy Director (Marketing), Dr. P Yukthamarani, and Administrative Assistant, Ms. Tuan Nor Azma Tuan Hussain. UMK International is looking forward to successful collaborations in bringing more international students to UMK. Edition 1: January - March 2023 19
March 9th March 2023 | A virtual Info Day was held with SMA Negeri 9 Jakarta, Indonesia. A sharing session was attended by the UMK International Deputy Director (Marketing), Dr. P Yukthamarani; UMK-Indonesia Representative, Dr Arham Bahar; and Administrative Assistant, Ms. Tuan Nor Azma Tuan Hussain. 8th March 2023 | A discussion was held with Mr. Eric, a potential student recruitment agency from China. UMK International is looking forward to a successful collaboration in bringing more international students to UMK. 26th March 2023 | Universiti Malaysia Kelantan (UMK) is honoured to receive a courtesy visit from delegations of India. The delegates were Dr. Ganapati Narasimhulu, Managing Director of GRTGVK International Schools, and Mr. N. Ramesh Naidu, Chairman of Sri Vivekananda Educational Institutions. Edition 1: January - March 20
AGENT RECRUITMENT 2020 10 2021 22 2022 28 2023 46 The number of new student recruitment agencies: 9 1 2 2 1 Total: 61 Year Total of Agents
2023- INTERNATIONALISATION UMK INTERNATIONAL Internationalisation Mobility
UMK-ANGRAU COLLABORATION FOR INTERNATIONAL MOBILITY PROGRAM On 14th February 2023, UMK had the pleasure of welcoming 20 students from Acharya N. G. Ranga University (ANGRAU), India, for the international inbound mobility (credit) program. The selected students will be undertook their industrial internship at the Faculty of Agro-Based Industry (FIAT), UMK, Malaysia, as part of their hands-on training which commenced virtually in November 2022 and ended on 14th March 2023. UMK is thrilled to host these students from ANGRAU. February Edition 1: January - March 2023 23
UMK International announced the launch of the ‘UMK Student Buddies (USB)’ program for the year 2023. The program is voluntary, fun, and value-added, and invites full-time UMK students who are in Year 2 and above, with a current registration status, outgoing, vivacious, and fluent in English, Bahasa Melayu, and other languages to apply. As part of the USB program, UMK Student Buddies volunteer to help newly enrolled foreign students acclimatise to Kelantan's way of life and culture. They serve as UMK advocates, promoting UMK, Kelantan, and Malaysia as a whole. Benefits for students who sign up for the USB program include: • Improving leadership abilities through the development, organisation, and direction of social events • Participating in organised field excursions within and outside of UMK • Being part of a student mobility scheme • Being chosen as an ambassador for UMK at upcoming regional and global activities • Receiving a certificate of participation UMK International encourages interested students to apply for the USB program and take advantage of this opportunity to develop their leadership skills and cultural understanding while making a positive impact on the lives of their fellow international students. BUDDIES February Edition 1: January - March 24
March POTENTIAL COLLABORATION A productive meeting was held between Mr. Yao Heng from Sichuan Music College, China and Mr. Tenh Hock Kuan, the mobility coordinator of Faculty of Creative Technology and Heritage (FTKW) at Universiti Malaysia Kelantan (UMK). The meeting was chaired by UMK International Director, Assoc. Prof. Dr. Ng Siew Foen and assisted by Dr. Kanit Sripaoraya, the Regional Representative of Indochina. During the meeting, several potential collaborations were discussed, including co-conducting a workshop on visual communication, lecturer exchange programs, and other student mobility activities. We are excited about the prospect of these collaborations and look forward to the active participation of students and lecturers from both institutions. We believe that these activities will enhance learning and facilitate meaningful intercultural communication between our institutions. Edition 1: January - March 2023 25
March Courtesy Visit from Delegation of India to UMK UMK CITY CAMPUS | 26th March 2023 - UMK was delighted to host a courtesy visit by the Indian delegates, including; Dr. Ganapati Narasimhulu, Managing Director of GRTGVK International Schools and Mr. N. Ramesh Naidu, Chairman of Sri Vivekananda Educational Institutions. The purpose of the visits were to held potential collaborations on student recruitment and mobility programs between UMK, GRTGVK International Schools, and Sri Vivekananda Educational Institutions. The courtesy visit was held at the Faculty of Agro Based Industry (FIAT) Building and UMK International Office. During the visit to Jeli, Dr. Ganapati Narasimhulu delivered a lecture on "Indian Herbs and Herbal Drugs Used for Management of Diabetes," followed by Mr. N. Ramesh Naidu's lecture on "The Importance and Contributions of G20 Summit for International Economic Cooperation." Approximately 60 students from three faculties in Jeli Campus attended the lectures. The next discussion was held after the lectures, this meeting involved the Dean of FIAT, Assoc. Prof. Dr. Seri Intan binti Mokhtar, mobility coordinator of FIAT, Dr. Suniza Anis binti Mohamad Sukri, Deputy Dean (Academic and International) of Faculty of Earth Sciences (FSB), Assoc. Prof. Dr. Norrimi Rosaida binti Awang, Dean of Faculty of Bioengineering and Technology (FBKT), Assoc. Prof. Dr. Muhammad Azwadi bin Sulaiman, Deputy Dean (Academic and Student Development) of FBKT, Ts. Dr. Ainihayati binti Abdul Rahim, Deputy Director of UMK International, Dr. Nurul Akmar binti Che Zaudin and UMK International Regional Representatives of South Asia, Dr. Aurifullah. The collaboration discussions continued on 27th of March 2023 at the UMK International meeting room, with UMK International Director, Assoc. Prof. Dr. Ng Siew Foen, UMK International Deputy Director (Marketing), Dr. P. Yukthamarani and UMK International Deputy Director (Internationalisation), Dr. Nurul Akmar Che Zaudin also participating. We are excited about the potential collaborations and look forward to future fruitful engagements with GRTGVK International Schools and Sri Vivekananda Educational Institutions. Edition 1: January - March 2023 26
2023- TESTIMONIALS UMK INTERNATIONAL Rani Rengganis Ma Xiaoyan
Rani Rengganis Hello, my name is Rani Rengganis. I come from Yogyakarta, Indonesia. I study at the Faculty of Language Studies and Human Development, majoring in Psychology with concentrations in Industrial and Organizational Psychology and Sports Psychology. The best experience I’ve had here is being immersed in a new environment, improving my English skills, adapting to lecturers and international students from many countries around the world. Kelantan is almost like Yogyakarta, my hometown, but quieter with peaceful surroundings. There are many interesting places to explore and visit for students who need tranquility. Even though I feel at home, I can still concentrate on my dissertation, and the library provides a complete collection of books, great Wi-Fi facilities, and a very comfortable space to study. Besides that, the tuition fees is also affordable. One of the interesting things I have experienced about UMK is the UMK International Day which is held annually. During the event, all the students in UMK have the opportunity to present their culture, food, and introduce the traditions of their respective countries. In UMK, I get to know many international students. Through these students, I learn about their country without having to visit them directly. In addition, I feel very much at home here, because I get a lot of help from all the support systems such as UMK International team and CPS. It is my pleasure indeed to study here and UMK is always in my heart. PhD Faculty of Language Studies & Human Development Edition 1: January - March 2023 28
Hi there, my name is Ma Xiaoyan from China. I am currently a doctoral student in Visual Communication at the Faculty of Creative Technology and Heritage. I am in my first semester, and I am very excited to be one of the UMK students. I cannot wait to explore and learn new skills in my field of study. When I first arrived here, I was immediately struck by the beauty and peaceful surroundings in Bachok Campus because it has green space filled with trees and gardens. The building landscape is also impressive with a mix of historical and modern styles that gives the campus a unique design. The people here are just great, as is the surrounding. The lecturers are super friendly, approachable and caring towards their students. I have never had a problem in UMK because whenever I ask a favour or help, I am pleasantly surprised by how friendly and welcoming the staff and the people here especially those from UMK International Office. I absolutely love UMK, my campus. Thank you. Ma Xiaoyan PhD Faculty of Creative Technology & Heritage Culture Edition 1: January - March 2023 29
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