UNIMAS Global was honoured to host a benchmarking visit from the Office of the Deputy Dean (Student Affairs), Faculty of Engineering, Universiti Malaya, reflecting a shared commitment to collaboration and continuous improvement in higher education.
The delegation, led by YBrs. Dr Suhana Koting, was warmly welcomed by YBrs. Mr Thian Foong Fatt, Director of UNIMAS Global, together with the UNIMAS Global team. Prior to attending an official university meeting, Mr Thian took the opportunity to present a souvenir to Dr Suhana as a token of appreciation and goodwill, symbolising mutual respect and the strong spirit of inter-university collaboration.
The visit continued with a dedicated benchmarking session at UNIMAS Global, focusing on student affairs, admission, and mobility initiatives. During the session, UNIMAS Global shared its approaches and best practices in coordinated admission processes, structured student support services, effective programme planning, strong engagement with partner institutions, and clear student reporting mechanisms. These integrated initiatives aim to provide holistic support throughout the student lifecycle, from admission and onboarding to student engagement and international exposure, while enhancing students’ academic readiness, intercultural competence, and overall university experience.
UNIMAS Global also expressed its sincere appreciation to Universiti Malaya for the valuable sharing of best practices, particularly in the areas of student affairs and mobility, from which meaningful insights were gained. The session concluded with a fruitful discussion and experience sharing over coffee, providing a relaxed yet engaging platform for further exchange of ideas and strengthening professional relationships.
This benchmarking visit reflects a shared commitment between UNIMAS and Universiti Malaya towards continuous improvement, meaningful collaboration, and the advancement of impactful student development practices. Moving forward, UNIMAS Global remains committed to strengthening partnerships, refining best practices, and enhancing student affairs, admission, and mobility initiatives for the benefit of students and the wider higher education community.
Mohd Ilham Abdullah, Head of Mobility, UNIMAS Global.
Mohd Ilham Abdullah has over five years of experience at Universiti Malaysia Sarawak (UNIMAS). He previously served as Head of International Student Affairs and is currently serving as Head of Mobility, where he supports inbound and outbound mobility programmes, international student engagement, and collaborative initiatives that strengthen UNIMAS’s global presence