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8 ways to cultivate lifelong learning
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Paramount turns 50!
Preparing students for the emerging economy
Moving forward with the right skills
#11 | Jul – Dec 2019


Contents
CONTENTS
4 Group CEO’s message Cover Story
6 Moving forward with the right skills
With today’s technological advances and global trends, employees need to remain relevant and employable.
10 8 ways to cultivate lifelong learning
In a busy world it can be hard to fit in time to learn anything but it is a possible to cultivate this habit with some helpful tips.
Education
12 Preparing students for the emerging economy Schools can prepare children for jobs that have not been created, for technologies not yet invented and to solve problems not yet anticipated.
16 Introducing the new R.E.A.L Special Event
18 Paramount turns 50!
It was a celebration to remember as family, friends, business associates and employees of Paramount filled The Majestic Hotel Kuala Lumpur to commemorate this auspicious occasion.
22 50 Years, 5 Good Causes
Paramount organised some Kodak moments with five NGOs, in conjunction with our 50th Anniversary.
Places
24 Berkeley Uptown set to revitalise Klang business hub
Paramount Property unveiled its latest integrated high-rise development anchored by Sri KDU International School.
28 Klang: The underrated royal city Highlights of some places to visit in Klang.
Paramount
32 Paramount in the news
34 Directory
35 Credits, Vision & Mission
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Group CEO’s Message
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Group CEO’s Message
Dear colleagues,
In the blink of an eye, we have already hit the mid-year point. It is time once again to review what we have done in the first half of 2019 while addressing goals for the remaining year.
On April 15, we kicked off our grand 50th anniversary celebrations at Majestic Hotel amid much fanfare. It was great to see so many of our people chip in to make the evening a success.
But what makes it even more amazing is that Paramount is celebrating our 50th year at our peak. In terms of scale, we are a good critical size now, as a property developer. We used to be RM300-400 million in terms of property sales five years ago. Today, we are hitting RM1 billion and we are very close to reaching a RM1 billion market capitalisation. In the education space, we are now the largest K-12 private education services provider in Malaysia.
This does not mean we should rest on our laurels. I am continually reminded that as we embark on our next phase of growth, we will continue to build on our legacy of resilience, strengthen our growth and deliver value to our all stakeholders.
In terms of the economic environment, prudent banking policies, and pressures on disposable income continue to dampen short-term demand. However, Malaysia has a young and growing population, all of whom will need places to stay, study and work, so long term prospects are good. Growth will, however, be tempered by economic pressures, as the population masses are grappling with the twin challenges of lower incomes and higher living costs. While there is demand, the market is increasingly more discerning.
As such, developers who offer a broad spectrum of different products at different price points and different locations will have a higher chance of success. But even a broad spectrum of products alone won't be enough. The simplest of products will


I strongly believe that a person is never too senior or old to learn something new. In fact, the best leaders I know are those who are always learning new things, always reading or exploring, and above all, make their personal development a priority. So, challenge yourself with this: what have I learned in the last year, how did I do it and what do I want to tackle next? A culture of life-long learning is what we should be aiming for.
This is particularly crucial as we prepare to enter the Fourth Industrial Revolution or Industry 4.0, where companies – big or small – will have to innovate and stay relevant in order to competitive in the global world.
Group CEO’s Message
need to have a strong story to tell – an interesting concept, a sound value proposition and good quality, cemented by a proven track record. These are the factors that resonate with today’s home buyer.
Moving forward, Paramount Property will focus on land-banking efforts in key growth markets. We will continue to leverage on our successful ‘strength through synergy’ strategy, which explores opportunities with our education division, Paramount Education. In fact, our latest integrated mixed-up development Berkeley Uptown Klang anchored by Sri KDU International School, is yet another example of how we are leveraging on our synergies and meeting market demand.
As Paramount continues to grow, we will encounter a range of challenges that can slow down or even prevent business expansion. Transitioning, stabilising and retaining our new and existing customers will require everyone in the company to pull together as one committed workforce. My goal for the end of 2019 is to ensure that every Paramount employee fully understands the company’s vision and business strategy. Most importantly, every individual should understand his or her role and responsibility in the overall execution of our strategy.
Education, beyond doubt, is at the heart of preparing present and future generations to thrive. As a result, it is vital that we have an education that develops human potential rather than pit it against machines. An education system designed for an industrial economy that is now being automated requires transformation, from a system based on facts and procedures to one that actively applies that knowledge to collaborative problem solving.
As Paramount moves forward into the next 50 years, we must ensure continued delivery of products and services of unrivalled quality coupled by work ethics of utmost integrity. When we do all these things well, we gain the trust of the public and stakeholders which in turn, ensure our long-term success for many more generations to come.
I would like to thank everyone that has contributed to helping us achieve our current position and I am looking forward to the next chapter of our journey!
Best regards,
Jeffrey Chew
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Cover Story
FORWARD
WITH THE
RIGHT
SKILLS
Asian parents tend to favour “traditional professions, such as doctors, lawyers and engineers” for their children. But today, technological advancements, cultural, historical and global change, political shake-ups and pressures on resources have caused widespread upheaval across many industries.
Today, even career counsellors are grappling with outdated career assessment options, as the job landscape has been so radically transformed. There are job roles being created that didn't even exist five years ago. Data scientist is one example. Robotic process automation analyst is another. At the same time, there are new additions being seen in existing job roles.
One of the most immediate and impactful outcomes of technological evolution is the vast advancement in automation. Every day, more manual processes become automated, and as technology continues to accelerate, so will automation. Research from management consulting firm McKinsey, suggests less than 5% of occupations
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will become fully automated in the future. However, about 60% of occupations could see at least a third of their job tasks automated.
Technology is also increasing how fast our knowledge and skills are becoming outdated. A 2017 report published by Deloitte claims the half-life of learned skills is now about five years, which means what you learned to gain a degree or industry qualification could well already be out-of-date. The report, ‘Careers and learning, Real time, all the time’, also suggests our careers could last for 60 to 70 years.
Added to all this are global trends impacting the skills needed to do a huge number of jobs, ranging from digital transformation to our ageing populations and even climate change.
Jeffrey Quah, Group Human Resources Director at Paramount Corporation Berhad said, “In an increasingly borderless world, adaptability is a critical skill required to navigate the future workforce. While technology can increase work efficiency, we need to be
conscious of how we’re using technology, when and where we’re using it and being more thoughtful around it.
“With more and more employees working remotely, we need to focus on becoming more human. In order for us to stay relevant in the future, we need to shift our focus to more high impact projects that require emotional intelligence and move away from routine tasks that can be automated,” explained Quah.
Keeping pace by upskilling
It’s hard to digest all this information. The question is how can someone stay relevant and employable in the face of all these rapid changes? According to a survey by global recruitment group Hays completed by more than 2,000 people including 951 employers, the key is to continuously upskill. In fact, 77% of the employers surveyed were more likely to shortlist a qualified candidate who
regularly upskills.
This is because they believe that continuous upskilling shows a candidate is proactive, takes their development seriously, is genuinely interested in their field and is willing to put in the effort to stay up-to-date.
However, while 96% of the 1,253 professionals surveyed regard upskilling as ‘very important’ or ‘important’ only a minority are putting in the work to ensure they are keeping up with the changing demands in their sector.
Skills employers value most
As well as keeping up with the technical know-how relevant to your specific job, employers are looking for evidence that candidates are developing the skills needed to solve new problems and collaborate with peers to exchange knowledge and ideas. Employers also want their people to be able to pivot to a new role or area of responsibility as things change.
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Jeffrey Quah Group Human Resources Director at Paramount Corporation Berhad
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Interestingly, the Hays survey revealed most of the skills in highest demand with employers are soft skills – technical skills ranked 7th on the list.
The most in demand skill was “communication”, nominated by 77% of employers. This makes sense. As technology drives more of our work tasks, employers are looking to their people to make gains through the way they engage and build relationships both internally and externally as well as how they collaborate and communicate to solve constantly evolving challenges and problems.
“Adaptability” was next on the list of skills nominated by employers but a full 10 percentage points behind communication skills.
Not surprisingly, “digital proficiency in a new technology relevant to an individual’s job” was third (64% of employers).
“Innovation” was next, nominated by 63% of employers, followed by “critical thinking” (61%), “emotional intelligence” (53%), “technical skills” (43%), “self-learning” (40%) and “data-based decision making” (35%). Coding was nominated by just 6% of employers.
“At Paramount, we continue to stress on soft skills, particularly on leadership and emotional intelligence. In today’s world, as technology becomes such an integral part of our lives, we find dealing with other people to be such a hassle. Therefore, it is crucial that as we learn about technology, we must also learn about ourselves,” said Quah.
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Quah added, “There are two major aspects about the workforce of the future. Firstly, we must be technologically competent and secondly, we must be emotionally equipped to handle people. This is the challenge for people in the future: to be good in both.”
Where do we go from here?
A recent study by YouGov Omnibus revealed that seven in 10 Malaysians surveyed (69%) believed that robots and automation will lead to loss of jobs in the overall economy. The remaining 31%, however, believed that the adoption of technology will lead to more jobs being created.
In response to this, the Malaysian Employers Federation (MEF) executive director Datuk Shamsuddin Bardan said that there are possibilities for new jobs to be created thanks to new technologies. However, he added that technology had and will replace some repetitive and administrative jobs. Therefore, it was critical for employees to find ways to upgrade themselves, to be multi-skilled and to be open to changes to help improve their productivity.
Across the straits, Deputy Minister at Singapore’s Ministry of Trade and Industry, Andrea Phua wrote her viewpoint in a piece titled ‘Navigating the New Economy: A Future that Works’, “When thinking about the future of work more broadly, we should more readily acknowledge that work will be less about people showing up in the same location, the same desk, every single day, for 20 years of their lives.”
She continued, “Instead, the work of the future will look more like problem-solving around web of discrete tasks – some more complex than others – that require a dynamic set of people who bring with the diversity of skills that are required.”
“Like it or not, the future economy belongs to those who are mobile and adaptable, who exhibit empathy, cultural sensitivity and those who are life-long learners,” concluded Phua.
Education and training programmes will need to develop on-demand, relevant, adaptable curricula and focus on teaching skills; governments need to utilise advanced technologies to generate real-time and predictive insights on the labour market in order to develop sound policies, programming and budgets. In a dynamic and globalised world, attaining educational qualifications by the early twenties will no longer suffice. Instead, adding new skills all the time will be the new norm and companies should take the lead in supporting existing workforces’ upskilling and lifelong learning.
Sources:
https://www.hays.net.nz/upskilling/skills-to-keep-you-employable-1951583
https://www.mckinsey.com/featured-insights/future-of-work/jobs-lost-jobs-gaine
d-what-the-future-of-work-will-mean-for-jobs-skills-and-wages
https://www2.deloitte.com/insights/us/en/focus/human-capital-trends/2017/lear ning-in-the-digital-age
https://www.forbes.com/sites/theyec/2018/10/19/how-the-fourth-industrial-revo lution-is-impacting-the-future-of-work/#14c3270865a7
https://www.nst.com.my/education/2018/01/328273/skills-based-pathway-high- income-nation
https://www.csc.gov.sg/articles/navigating-the-new-economy-a-future-that-works
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8Ways to Cultivate
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LIFELONG LEARNING
Learning is a great activity. It expands your viewpoint. It gives you knowledge you can use to improve your life. It is important for your personal growth. Even if you discount the worldly benefits, the act of learning can be a source of enjoyment.
But in a busy world, it can often be hard to fit in time to learn anything that isn’t essential. The only things learned are those that need to be. Everything beyond that is considered frivolous. Even those who do appreciate the practice of lifelong learning, can find it difficult to make the effort.
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Here are some tips for installing the habit of lifelong learning:
1. Read widely and often
It doesn’t matter if it takes you a year or a week to read a book. Always
strive to have a book that you are reading with you so you can
read it when you have time.
2. Keep smart company
Reach out to contacts that you admire. Talk to influencers,
organise meet-ups to explore
ideas and learning topics. Make
sure to keep in touch with people you have come into contact with who have inspired you to learn on your journey.
3. Put it into practice
Skill based learning is useless if it isn’t applied. Reading a book on C++
5. Unlearn assumptions
Where the rules are changing fast,
your ability to be agile in letting go
of old rules and learning new ones is increasingly important. You can do
this by continually questioning
assumptions about how things work, challenging old paradigms, and
relearning what is now relevant in your job, your industry, your career and your life.
6. Start or volunteer to be part of a project
Set out to do something new. By volunteering to either start a project or be involved in one is a fantastic way to explore life and simultaneously make it better for other people. If you volunteer with a certain organisation or place for long enough, you gain valuable experience which can be used as
stepping stones for your future.
7. Experiment with new ways to learn
Trying a variety of ways to learn will help you to find one that sticks. Drawing diagrams, watching documentaries, creating mind maps and using music to study are some alternative ways students can approach learning.
8. Above all, make learning a priority
Few external forces are going to persuade you to learn. The desire has to come from
within. Once you decide you want to make lifelong learning a habit, it is up to you to make it a priority in your life.
4. Teach others
You learn what you teach. If you have an outlet of communicating ideas to others, you are more likely to solidify that learning. Start a blog, mentor someone or even discuss ideas with a friend.
isn’t the same thing as writing a programme. Studying painting isn’t the same as picking up a brush. If your knowledge can be
applied, put it into practice.
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START
PRACTICE
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Education
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PREPARING
STUDENTS


FOR THE
EMERGING ECONOMY
Education
With students and their parents still looking to tertiary education as the means to secure their future careers, full spectrum education providers such as Paramount Education must rise to the occasion to determine what can be done better amid the rising tide of economic uncertainty and technological change.
Outdated curriculum and traditional teaching and learning methods can no longer stand up to the demands of global competition. In this new and emerging economy, there is a
Datin Teh Geok Lian CEO of Paramount Education.
need to realise how quickly the Industrial Revolution 4.0 (IR 4.0) will change the labour market, understand what employers are looking for, and groom students from an early age to build the competencies that will help them stand out from among their competition.
“We are facing unprecedented challenges – social, economic and environmental – driven by accelerating globalisation and a faster rate of technological developments. While these forces are providing us with new opportunities for human advancement, we need to be open and ready for it.
“Children entering education in 2019 will be young adults in 2031. Schools can prepare them for jobs that have not yet been created, for technologies that have not yet been invented, to solve problems that have not yet been anticipated,” said Datin Teh Geok Lian, Chief Executive Officer for Paramount Education.
In addressing these challenges and in line with the Group’s strategy to scale up its primary and secondary school segments, Paramount Education inked an agreement on 11 January 2017 to acquire a 66% stake in R.E.A.L. Education Group Sdn Bhd (REAL).
“Sri KDU is already one of the top academic schools in the country while REAL has an extensive geographical reach. The result of bringing these two brands together is a diversity and scale which makes us the largest K-12 private education provider in Malaysia,” said Datin Teh.
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Education
Adding a feather to its cap, the Group recently brought on board veteran educationist Dr Goh Chee Leong to head the new K-12 education segment, comprising four Sri KDU and R.E.A.L Kids schools, 33 R.E.A.L Kids kindergartens and 70 Cambridge English for Life (CEFL) enrichment centres with a combined strength of over 20,000 students and 1,400 staff.
Dr Goh said, “This is an extremely exciting platform and one that is unique in Malaysia in that it presents multiple opportunities for growth across different price points, geographical areas and age demographics.”
He added that in terms of top-line synergies for this segment, R.E.A.L Kids can act as feeders to Sri KDU and R.E.A.L Schools to strengthen enrolment numbers in the primary segment. Likewise, CEFL enrichment centres which have a strong following amongst primary and secondary school students is an effective platform for promoting secondary school programmes.
In order to navigate through the uncertain future, it has been emphasised by many education experts that students will need to develop adaptability, emotional intelligence, intellectual curiosity and the ability to synthesise data, contextual intelligence, cultural awareness, ability to collaborate, digital mindedness, financial literacy and moral courage.
Schools that can create opportunities or students to develop these skills will graduate students who are more future-ready.
“By and large, schools have not adapted their curriculum to
Dr Goh Chee Leong
Head of the K-12 education segment
fit the new emerging reality. Our focus is on raising the quality of education to ensure that they are relevant in preparing our students to thrive in a VUCA (Volatile, Uncertain, Complex, Ambiguous) world,” shared Dr Goh.
“Part of the solution is to look at the way lessons are conducted. We need to move away from the “spoon-feeding” approach of delivering information, toward an active-learning approach where students are allowed to ‘struggle’ and ‘stretch’ themselves. This is to enable them to develop thinking and problem-solving skills,” he added.
As an example of the new, innovative thrust, Paramount Education will be rebranding R.E.A.L Schools as offering ‘REAL Education for the REAL World’ where initiatives like work internship programmes, work simulation projects, techno-entrepreneurship programmes, financial literacy, self-care and self-defence programmes will be introduced.
R.E.A.L International School will also be offering an elite Mandarin programme option for students which will follow the Chinese school Mandarin curriculum. This is part of a
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Eugene Yeoh CEO of Sri KDU Schools
concerted strategy to attract families who have traditionally opted for Chinese schools.
Eugene Yeoh, CEO of Sri KDU Schools said, “The pace of change is fast, and we would want to be able to ready our children with the abilities to participate fully in the 4th Industrial Revolution and future world. The method that will be used for collaboration continues to centre around reading and writing. We will also continue to expand the focus on our teaching of languages, with emphasis in English, Chinese and Bahasa Malaysia.
“In 2019, we would have been in Kota Damansara for 17 years and it is time to spread our wings. Hence the starting a new Sri KDU International school in Klang where we see many of the wonderful things of Sri KDU education being brought to Klang as well. It is exciting times,” he shared.
Education
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Education
Introducing
the new
R.E.A.L
There are many exciting changes happening at R.E.A.L Schools as they embark on their tranformation journey. Here’s a snapshot at what parents and students can look forward to in the new R.E.A.L World
IMPROVEMENTS TO School Curriculum
IMPROVEMENTS IDEA
WORLD
1. DIGITAL WORLD
2. BUSINESS WORLD
3. GLOBAL WORLD
4 4. MORAL WORLD
5. SCIENTIFIC WORLD
6. LINGUISTIC WORLD
10 worlds students will
discover at R.E.A.L
We live in a VUCA world (Volatile, Uncertain, Complex, Ambiguous) that is being shaped by the 4th and 5th industrial revolutions.
At R.E.A.L Schools, we believe that REAL education prepares students for the REAL world. Our team of educators have put together a unique and enhanced school curriculum that makes education relevant and exciting and will ensure that your child is ready to thrive in the REAL world.
“Real education must be relevant to tomorrow’s world.”
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Welcome to the
world
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7. SPORTING & OUTDOOR WORLD
8. DESIGN & INNOVATION WORLD
9. PERFORMING ARTS WORLD
10. PSYCHOLOGICAL WORLD
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IMPROVEMENTS TO Career Guidance PROGRAMME
Career Coaching Programme
Year 1
4IR Readiness :
REAL Technology and Entrepreneurship Projects
Self Discovery Workshop
REAL Self Discovery Virtual Book
REAL World Internships
REAL World Leadership
Talents Interests Personality Life Goals
Track 1
Discovering Self
WORLD CAREER GUIDANCE MODEL:
‘Helping Your Child Find Their Path’
Our mission is to help students succeed by finding careers that fit their talents, interests, and life goals. Our students’ journey at R.E.A.L Schools will take them through a comprehensive and immersive process that will help them find their direction and calling.
“R.E.A.L has completely changed the way we look at career guidance. In a VUCA world where the economic, business, political, and technological contexts are ever changing, our students need to be prepared to be agile, mobile, and adaptable.
IMPROVEMENTSTO StudentEnrichmentPROGRAMME
REAL Sports Leaders
REAL Academic Leaders
WORLD LEADERSHIP PROGRAMME
‘Discovering the Leader in Every Child’
From Year 3 onwards, students will be able to serve as leaders in a variety of roles based on their respective interests and talents. This ‘servant leadership’ model will enable them to serve the school community with purpose and passion.
“By replacing the old-style prefectorial system with this revolutionary new leadership model, R.E.A.L is taking the lead in teaching the next generation that leadership is” about service, not power.
Dr Goh Chee Leong, R.E.A.L CEO
Legal World Simulations
Finance and Accounting Simulations
Engineering Simulations
REAL Community Leaders REAL Literary Leaders
WORLD WORK SIMULATION PROJECTS :
BRINGING INDUSTRY INTO SCHOOL
Tech Innovation Simulations
Business Consulting Simulations
Medical and Healthcare Simulations
REAL Performing Arts Leaders REAL Event Management Leaders
REAL Media Leaders REAL Tech Innovation Leaders
REAL Well-being Leaders
Education Simulations
Marketing and PR Simulations
Stock Market and Investment Simulations
Education
Continuing Journey of Discovery
Year 11
REAL Work Simulations
Annual Careers Discovery Week
Track 2
Discovering the World
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Special Event
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Special Event
Paramount Corporation celebrated its 50th anniversary with a grand dinner at The Majestic Hotel Kuala Lumpur, on Monday, April 15, 2019, attended by over 750 guests and staff.
In his speech, Dato’ Teo Chiang Quan, Chairman and Executive Director of Paramount said, “Steering the company toward becoming a reputable, financially-sound and diversified group meant we had to constantly push ourselves harder, do better, transform and stay relevant. I believe the best is yet to come and we are taking steps to future-proof our business and stay future-focused, while ensuring that Paramount continues to deliver products and services of unrivalled quality and work with utmost integrity.”
In conjunction with the celebration, Paramount’s 50th Anniversary coffee table book themed ‘Building a Legacy for Tomorrow’ was also unveiled. The book chronicles the group’s 50-year journey. Dato’ Teo also announced that Paramount will also offer scholarships worth RM10 million to children of Paramount employees for secondary school education at its Sri KDU and R.E.A.L Schools.
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The evening began with a spirited performance by the 24 Festive Drums troupe, comprising students from Sekolah Sri KDU (Primary). Paramount’s Board of Directors were also appreciated with gifts of specially-commissioned self-portraits.
The evening ended with a surprise birthday celebration for Dato’ Teo and Datin Esther Teo.


1. Cheque presentation to Rev. Elisha Satvinder (centre), Founder of Dignity for Children Foundation by Beh Chun Chong (1st from left) and Dato’ Teo Chiang Quan (1st from right).
Special Event
Years
Causes
Good
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There were smiles all round as when Paramount officially handed over a total of RM640,500 to five non-profit organisations – The National Cancer Society Malaysia, Hospis Malaysia, Dignity for Children Foundation, T. Mori Education Trust and WWF Malaysia. This fundraising initiative was a joint effort between Paramount and its business associates, organised in conjunction with the Group’s 50th Anniversary. The recipients were thrilled and gave assurances that the funds would be put to good use in their respective organisations.
2. (from left) Lee Tak Suan and Wong Chee Kooi from T. Mori
Education Trust, Dr Goh Chee Leong, Datin Teh Geok Lian & Dato’ Teo
3. (from left) Benjamin Teo, Jeffrey Chew, Helina Yow, Director of Partnerships and Salini Moghan Senior Executive from WWF Malaysia
4. Clare Ratnasingham (third from right) vice President, Project Director, Viji Nair (second from right) Senior Project Manager and Darshini (first from right), Digital Marketing & Communication Executive from National Cancer Society Malaysia with Paramount‘s (from left) Ann Teoh, Wong Ket Keong, Foong Poh Seng and Dato’ Teo
5. (from left) Tham Su Ming, Director, Strategy & Communications, Datin Kathleen Chew, Council Chairman from Hospis Malaysia with Dato’ Teo
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Places
Berkeley Uptown set to revitalise Klang business hub
In March, Paramount Property unveiled Berkeley Uptown Klang a 33-acre mixed integrated development anchored by Sri KDU International School. The event was marked by the opening of Berkeley Uptown’s Sales Gallery which was officiated by Selangor State government Senior Executive Councillor, Dato’ Teng Chang Khim in a ribbon-cutting ceremony.
Paramount Property Chief Executive Officer Beh Chun Chong said, “Paramount’s corporate vision of ‘changing lives and enriching communities for a better world’ reflects our care and
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concern for the communities in which we operate. It is this philosophy that leads us to participate in revitalising this part of Klang, by building a modern and vibrant live-work-and-play community anchored by an international school.
“One of the first things we did after we acquired this piece of land was to engage with the state government as well as with community leaders like our friends in the Klang City Chamber of Commerce and Industry, who are championing the Klang City Rejuvenation project,” said Beh, adding that Paramount shares the community’s aspiration to bring Klang City back to its glory days.
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1. Artist impression of retail area around the Sales Gallery 2. Artist impression of Berkeley Uptown
Dato’ Teng said, “There is a lack of quality mixed-used developments currently in Klang town centre, which is still occupied by many old residential gardens, shop lots and factories. Therefore, we are extremely pleased that Paramount Property, known for being The People’s Developer, has decided to invest in changing the landscape in Klang.
“As a group, Paramount is also able to leverage on its expertise as one of the oldest education services providers in the country by bringing in the award-winning Sri KDU International School to Klang. Indeed, this is one of the main highlights of the entire development. I believe many of
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3. The ribbon-cutting ceremony officiated by Dato’ Teng Chang Khim (5th from left)
4 & 5. Crowds enjoying the lion dance performances and magic shows during the gallery opening
Klang’s education-conscious parents will welcome the arrival of a world-class international school right at their door steps,” he added.
“At the local council level, we have been working on many efforts to rejuvenate Klang in order to make it a safer, more sustainable place to live and to conduct business. I am optimistic that the addition of Berkeley Uptown will boost Klang’s main business hub by creating a new and exciting address which can provide high quality lifestyle as well as economic benefits to those who choose to live, work and play here.
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Places
Artist impression of Berkeley Uptown
“With the state council and developer working closely together, we aim to energise this part of Klang and make it vibrant once again,” Dato’ Teng concluded.
In architecture and design, Berkeley Uptown will be a progressive representation of modern architecture sitting in the charm of the Klang old town. Residents will live in a modern vertical community that offers facilities and recreational spaces for activities such as jogging, cycling, or swimming. Paramount Property will introduce a multi-tiered security system with a 24-hour gated and guarded entrance with access cards.
With Sri KDU International School coming up, and Pin Hwa High School and several other schools in the vicinity, the project is expected to attract young families. Within the development, there will also be office towers, shops and retail spaces.
“The area surrounding the Sales Gallery will have different zones for pockets of activities. We plan to curate a retail experience that will include food and beverage as well as lifestyle services with a mixture of established brands like Family Mart, as well as start-ups. This will happen in the next few months, even before construction is completed as we would like this area to become livelier in the day and evenings, for people to do simple shopping or enjoy meals,” shared Beh.
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Places
Product Information
Project name Land tenure Total no. of units
Uptown Residences Freehold
Total units: 736 units
Block A – 227 units
Block B – 227 units (Launched) Block C – 240 units
Block D – 14 units
Block E – 14 units (Launched) Block F – 14 units
Block
Types
Built up (sq.ft)
Unit Type
No. of units for sale
Gross selling price (RM) from
Proposed no. of allocated carparks
Product type / information
B
A
859
2 Bedrooms 2 Bathrooms
227
RM 417,100 (RM486 psf )
2-3
B
1,093
3 Bedrooms 2 Bathrooms
RM 528,400 (RM483 psf )
2-3
C
551
1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom
RM 270,000 (RM 490 psf )
1
E
D
1,572
4+1 Bedrooms 3 Bathrooms
14
RM 726,600 (RM462 psf )
4
E
1,588
4+1 Bedrooms 3 Bathrooms
RM 738,800 (RM 465 psf )
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Total GDV for Uptown Residences
Entire Uptown Residences (6 blocks): RM 373 million Uptown Residences, Phase 1 (Block B & E): RM 115 million
Facilities
BBQ area, jacuzzi, Olympic-length swimming pool, children’s pool, gym station, reading room, multipurpose hall, children’s playground, garden, jogging path and etc.
Monthly maintenance charges / sq ft
Estimated at RM0.30
Targeted completion date
48 months from date of SPA
An artists’ impression of the new 5.23-acre Sri KDU campus
Berkeley Uptown is a freehold development located beside Jalan Goh Hock Huat, bordering the Klang central business district on the west. Its close geographical proximity to Klang’s main business hub makes it convenient for everyday living, while being in the education zone also makes it an attractive choice for families with children.
Since May 2017, Jalan Goh Hock Huat has been connected to Jalan Tanjung Shawal by a third bridge. Linked to Jalan Kapar, residents will be able to easily access Jalan Meru and the Federal Highway, as well as NKVE. With Shah Alam and Petaling Jaya new town centres located 10km and 27km away respectively, this development will be a good choice for those working in these places.
When completed, Berkeley Uptown will be 3km from the existing Klang KTM station. Additionally, a proposed LRT Line 3 will place it 1.9km away from the new station, allowing convenient access to the Kuala Lumpur city centre through its direct link to the Bandar Utama station, which is integrated with the MRT Sungai Buloh-Kajang line.
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Places
Klang:
royal city
There are generally two images which are conjured when one thinks of Klang. The first is an image of a crowded and overpopulated town with an unpleasant pollution index, bad drivers and gangsters. The other is that it is a major trading port city and a food haven with authentic local food like its signature bak kut teh and fresh seafood.
Whatever one’s perception of Klang is, this royal town which was the civil capital of Selangor, continues to have much to offer residents and visitors alike.
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The underrated


1. Royal Klang Heritage Walk
This free guided tour aims to highlight Klang’s charm, character and unique attractions including clusters of colonial sights, places of worship, a school, fire station, royal gallery, and warehouse built by a local Malay chieftain. The walking tour begins at 9.15am and ends around 12.30pm, every weekend. Registration begins at 9.00am sharp at the Sultan Abdul Aziz Royal Gallery.
The tour is co-organised by Klang Municipal
Council and Tourism Selangor. The under 3km
trail is relatively easy as the route follows
footpaths in and around the city centre. The
walking tour takes about 2.5 hours to
complete, is conducted in English by a 1 professional tour guide who will share in
detail about each attraction and more, with entry to exclusive venues only.
For more information, contact the Klang Municipal Council Tourism Department at +603 3375 5555 ext. 1013/1235
Places
2. Little India
Little India is a historic area in Klang. There are many such areas in Malaysia, from the one in Penang to the one in Brickfields, Kuala Lumpur. Along the streets of Little India, you can find many items imported from India such as gold-plated statues of gods and goddesses made of bronze and brass, oil lamps, tailor shops, provisions, prayer items and textiles. The busiest time in Little India will be during the festive season and if you come at other times of the year, it is less crowded.
Address: Jalan Tengku Kelana, Klang, Malaysia Opening hours: Monday to Sunday (24 hours)
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3. Tanjung Harapan
After a long day visiting the historical sites and buildings around the town, it is time to get closer to the beach. The place you are about to visit is not just an ordinary beach – a well-known busy port is also located nearby. You will find many ships at the port, factories dotting the area as well as seafood restaurants at Tanjung Harapan. After enjoying the beautiful sunset and walking along the coastline, drop by one of the restaurants for dinner.
Although Port Village Seafood Restaurant and Restoran Makanan Laut dan Ikan Bakar Tanjung Harapan are popular among local and visitors, these are other delectable food outlets, and attractions in the area. There’s a great 18-hole golf course, fishing village, angler’s ‘pay-by-the-hour’ fishing pond, and a delightful esplanade walk that has a large mock model of a boat displayed, with cafes and mobile food stalls that open in the evenings (but not during the Ramadan period), and more great fishing spots along its path.
Address: Northport, 42000 Port Klang, Selangor
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4. Chong Kok Kopitiam for breakfast
Across the commuter station at Jalan Stesen is Chong Kok Kopitiam, a Hainanese coffeeshop famed for its coffee and traditional toast. The coffee beans used here are roasted with butter. Old timers and locals come together to enjoy the lovely, aromatic coffee in this well-known meeting place.
Address: 5, Jalan Stesen, Kawasan 1, 41000 Klang, Selangor Opening hours: Monday to Saturday (6.30am – 5pm); Sunday (6.30am – 1pm)


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From Port Klang, you can get to Pulau Ketam via the ferry (RM7 about 30 mins) or private speedboat (RM10 about 15 mins). Along the way you could see mangrove swamps, boats, fish farms, and eventually Pulau Ketam’s houses on stilts.
There are two settlements on the island, Pulau Ketam village and Sungai Lima village. There are no roads or cars and the only way to get around is by boat or walking/cycling on the narrow wooden or concrete boardwalks in the village.
Once you arrive at the ferry jetty you can walk through the busy main street of the village which is lined with shops selling dried fish and groceries. The island's many seafood restaurants are located here as well.
It is best to avoid public and school holidays if you can as this place can get busy. As for souvenirs, most locals would buy dried seafood.
Paid car parking is available outside the nearby Asa Niaga Harbour City Terminal (international ferry terminal for Dumai and Tanjung Balai, Indonesia).
Address: Jalan Foreshore, Kawasan 20, 42000 Pelabuhan Klang, Selangor
5. Pulau Ketam, Port Klang


New
Paramount in the News
KDU Vice Chancellor Professor Dr Hiew Pang Leang (2nd from left) and KCA President and CEO Mr Tetsuya Koga (2nd from right) exchanging Agreement during the signing ceremony. Witnessing the ceremony are Mr Jeffrey Chew (from left) and Mr Ichiro Kuronuma.
KDU and Kadokawa launches first ever tertiary-level sequential art collaborative programme in Asia
18 April 2019
KDU and Kadokawa Contents Academy launched the Diploma in Sequential Arts Programme in an event officiated by the Ministry of International Trade and Industry (MITI), witnessed by representatives from InvestKL.
Sequential Art is an art form that uses images and content deployed in a specific order for graphic storytelling or conveying its messages in media such as comic books, graphic novels, cartoons and manga.
SIDREC collaborates with KDU to provide students holistic understanding of investment ecosystem
9 April 2019
The Securities Industry Dispute Resolution Center (SIDREC) partnered with KDU University College (KDUUC) in a pilot project to incorporate elements of financial literacy into the university college’s undergraduate corporate social responsibility (CSR) course.
Students were informed of an independent dispute revolution body that helps revolves desputes between retail investors and capital market intermediaries such as stockbrokers and unit trust managers. Services are free for disputes up to RM250,000.
Paramount Property wins at the 2019 StarProperty.my Awards
6 March 2019
Paramount Property picked up three awards at The StarProperty.my Awards 2019 held at the KL Convention Centre on 6 March 2019. The awards are the All-Star Top Ranked Developers of the Year, Northern Star Award for Best Northern Malaysia Development for Utropolis, Batu Kawan as well as the Starter Home Award, Best Affordable Home for Greenwoods, Salak Perdana.
Dewakan makes it to Asia’s Best 50 Restaurants List
26 March 2019
Dewakan became the first Malaysian restaurant to enter Asia's 50 Best restaurant list. This historic culinary moment happened when it was placed 46th at the Asia’s 50 Best Restaurants 2019 awards, held in Macau. Dewakan grabbed the Best Restaurant in Malaysia award.
Results are determined by a panel of 318 food experts based in Asia who each cast 10 votes for restaurants they have had the best experience at in the preceding 18 months before the deadline.
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New
KDU Penang University College Shines in Dubai
4 - 6 March 2019
Khor Kai Wern, who is currently pursuing a Diploma in Professional Chef Training earned a gold medal when she wowed the panel of international judges with her sugar art at the ExpoCulinaire 2019 in Dubai.
KDU Penang students showcase art
12 January 2019
A total of 16 exhibitors pursuing their Diploma in Interior Design and Bachelor of Arts in Interior Architecture at KDU Penang UC showcased their artworks at Evolve Final Year Exhibition 2019 in January 2019.
Officiated by Penang Chief Minister Chow Kon Yeow, this year’s theme was ‘Penang 2030 Smart State’ with a tagline of ’Creative Meets Living, Innovative Meets Future.’
World Scholar’s Cup
@ Sri KDU International School
2 - 3 March 2019
Sri KDU International School hosted the Kuala Lumpur round of The World Scholar's Cup this year. Around 550 students comprising over 100 parents, friends, teachers and supporters from schools all over Malaysia
attended the competition which took place in the MPH, Primary Hall and 45 classrooms around the International School. Sri KDU teams won a range of individual awards in the various events, qualifying for the Global Round of the competition which will take place in Beijing, China. The programme will culminate in the Tournament of Champions in Yale University USA later this year.
Paramount receives Qlassic Achievement Award
21 March 2019
Paramount Property was the proud recipient of the High Qlassic Achievement Award during Qlassic Day 2019 for Sejati Residences Phase 2A, Cyberjaya at MITEC Kuala Lumpur. The award was given by the Construction Industry Development Board (CIDB), which overlooks the construction
industry in Malaysia. The event was held in conjunction with World Syndrome Day with Kiwanis Down Syndrome Foundation organising the 36th Kiwanis Treasure Hunt. Paramount Property donated RM20,000 for the said event.
3rd Sri KDU International School (SKIS) Fun Run – FUN with a cause!
6 March 2019
The 3rd SKIS Fun Run began with the Inter-House competitive race, three laps as fast as possible, in order to battle it out for medals and house points! Cheered on by marshals, staff runners and amazing volunteers, the Sri KDU International School students showed their determination and (mostly) did their absolute best! An hour later, the students finished their event, sweaty of course but still with huge smiles on their faces.
At the final tally, the Sri KDU International Primary School students raised a massive RM18,075.50 for their charity this year, the Shepherd’s Centre, a Christian-run orphanage while the Sri KDU International Secondary School students raised approximately RM25,000 in donations to be divided equally between PAWS, an animal shelter and United Voice, a training centre for adults with disability.
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PARAMOUNT CORPORATION BERHAD 8578-A
Level 8, Uptown 1, 1 Jalan SS21/58, Damansara Uptown, 47400 Petaling Jaya, Selangor Darul Ehsan, Malaysia T (03) 7712 3333 F (03) 7712 3322 E [email protected] W pcb.my
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Paramount Property (Head Office)
Co-labs Coworking Shah Alam, B-02-01 (Block B), Sekitar26,
Persiaran Hulu Selangor, Seksyen 26, 40400 Shah Alam, Selangor Darul Ehsan, Malaysia
T (03) 2770 9100 • F (03) 2770 9101
E [email protected] • W paramountproperty.my
Wisma Paramount (Kedah Office)
No 1, Jalan Banyan 1, Bukit Banyan,
08000 Sungai Petani Kedah Darul Aman, Malaysia
T (04) 441 3388 • F (04) 441 3399 • E [email protected]
Paramount Property (Penang Office)
No 55, Jalan Icon City, Icon City,
14000 Bukit Mertajam, Penang, Malaysia
T (04) 506 0350 • F (04) 506 0351 • E [email protected]
Utropolis Marketplace
Level UG, Management Office, Utropolis Marketplace, Jalan Kontraktor U1/14, SEK U1, 40150, Shah Alam, Selangor Darul Ehsan, Malaysia
T (03) 5021 7847 • F (03) 5021 7846 • E [email protected]
Paramount Property Galleries
• Sejati Residences
No.1, Jalan Sejati 1, Sejati Residences, Persiaran Bestari, Cyber 9, 63000 Cyberjaya, Selangor Darul Ehsan, Malaysia.
T (018) 605 6000 • E [email protected]
• Berkeley Uptown
Lot 75 & 1874, Jalan Delima / KU1, Off Jalan Kapar, 41400, Klang Selangor Darul Ehsan, Malaysia
T (03) 3358 2747
• ATWATER
PT 29, Jalan Universiti, Seksyen 13,
46200 Petaling Jaya, Selangor Darul Ehsan, Malaysia
T (03) 7931 8091 • F (03) 7931 9008 • E [email protected]
• Greenwoods
No. 32A & 36, Jalan Belian 1, Taman Salak Perdana,
Bandar Baru Salak Tinggi, 43900, Sepang, Selangor Darul Ehsan, Malaysia. T (012) 422 9003 • E [email protected]
• Bukit Banyan
Wisma Paramount, No 1, Jalan Banyan 1, Bukit Banyan, 08000 Sungai Petani, Kedah Darul Aman, Malaysia
T (04) 441 3388 • E [email protected]
• Utropolis Batu Kawan
Lot G-25 & 26, Design Village Outlet Mall, 733, Jalan Cassia Barat 2, 14110 Bandar Cassia, Penang, Malaysia
T (04) 589 9115 • E [email protected]
Co-labs Coworking
• Co-labs Coworking Kuala Lumpur
Level 23A-25, Naza Tower, Platinum Park, 10 Persiaran KLCC 50088 Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
T (03) 2770 9000 • E [email protected] • W co-labs.asia
• Co-labs Coworking Shah Alam
B-02-01, Block B, Sekitar26 Enterprise, Persiaran Hulu Selangor, Seksyen 26, 40400 Shah Alam, Selangor Darul Ehsan, Malaysia
T (03) 2770 9000 • E [email protected] • W co-labs.asia
• Co-labs Coworking The Starling
Lot 4-401 & 4-402, Level 4, The Starling Mall, No. 6, Jalan SS 21/37, Damansara Utama, 47400 Petaling Jaya, Selangor Darul Ehsan, Malaysia T (03) 7621 7420 • E [email protected] • W co-labs.asia
• Co-labs Coworking Glenmarie
UG-D5, Upper Ground, Utropolis Marketplace, Seksyen U1, Jalan Kontraktor U1/14, 40150 Shah Alam, Selangor Darul Ehsan, Malaysia T (03) 5039 1019 • E [email protected] • W co-labs.asia
SRI KDU Schools
• SRI KDU International School (Primary)
• SRI KDU International School (Secondary & IBDP) • Sekolah SRI KDU (Primary)
• Sekolah SRI KDU (Secondary)
3, 5, 7, Jalan Teknologi 2/1, Kota Damansara, 47810 Daerah Petaling, Selangor Darul Ehsan, Malaysia
T (03) 6145 3888 • F (03) 6145 3838
E [email protected] • W srikdu.edu.my
KDU University College, Utropolis Glenmarie
Jalan Kontraktor U1/14, Seksyen U1, 40150 Shah Alam, Selangor, Malaysia T (03) 5565 0538 • F (03) 5565 0539
E [email protected] • W kdu.edu.my
KDU College, Damansara Jaya
SS22/41, Damansara Jaya, 47400 Petaling Jaya, Selangor, Malaysia T (03) 7953 6688 • F (03) 7953 6699
E [email protected] • W kdu.edu.my
KDU Penang University College, Georgetown Campus
32, Jalan Anson, George Town, 10400 George Town, Pulau Pinang, Malaysia T (04) 238 6368 • F (04) 228 0362
E [email protected] • W kdupg.edu.my
R.E.A.L EDUCATION GROUP
T (03) 5569 0183 • F (03) 5569 3103
E [email protected] • W real.edu.my
• R.E.A.L SCHOOL
– Cheras Campus
Lot 217, Batu 13, Jalan Hulu Langat, 43100 Hulu Langat, Selangor, Malaysia T (03) 9021 3601 • F (03) 9021 4319
E [email protected] • W realschools.edu.my
– Shah Alam Campus
Lot No. 5, Jalan Merah Saga U9/5, 40250 Shah Alam, Selangor, Malaysia T (03) 7842 3228 • F (03) 7846 3980
E [email protected] • W realschools.edu.my
– Johor Campus
Lot 2361, Jalan Persiaran Sri Plentong, Bandar Baru Permas Jaya, 81750 Masai, Johor, Malaysia
T (07) 386 4468 • F (07) 386 4471
E [email protected] • W realschools.edu.my
• R.E.A.L KIDS
T (03) 5569 0183 • F (03) 5569 3103
E [email protected] • realkids.edu.my
• CAMBRIDGE ENGLISH FOR LIFE T (03) 7883 0912 • F (03) 7883 0712 E [email protected]
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Level 8, Uptown 1, 1 Jalan SS21/58, Damansara Uptown, 47400 Petaling Jaya, Selangor Darul Ehsan, Malaysia T (03) 7712 3333 • F (03) 7712 3322 • E [email protected] • W pcb.my