GROWING A VIBRANT ACADEMIC COMMUNITY
REFLECT growing a vibrant academic community
GROWING A VIBRANT ACADEMIC COMMUNITY
As we reflect on 2023 , the School of Business has clearly demonstrated resilience and adaptability , maintaining competitiveness . Looking ahead , our steadfast commitment is to continue driving excellence in education , research and engagement , poised to navigate challenges and capitalise on OPPORTUNITIES FOR GROWTH AND INNOVATION .
COMPETITIVE POSITIONING
New leadership Guided by the senior leadership of Prof Nafis Alam ( Head of School ), Prof Avvari V . Mohan ( Deputy Head for Engagement and Impact ), Prof Goh See-Kwong ( Deputy Head for Education ), and A / Prof Manjeevan Singh Seera ( Deputy Head for Research ), their shared vision reinforces our commitment to academic excellence , innovative research , and meaningful industry partnerships . This collective effort solidifies our position as a hub of innovation and excellence in business education .
Competitive Landscape The higher education sector in Malaysia is marked by intense competition , with numerous universities and world-renowned business schools . Monash University stands out as the sole top- 50 university in Malaysia , consistently achieving high rankings globally and adhering to the stringent standards set by the Malaysia Qualifications Agency and Ministry of Higher Education .
CONTINUOUS IMPROVEMENT
Expanding Academic Offerings The introduction of two new majors - Financial Technology ( FinTech ) and Digital Marketing - along with a minor in Sustainability and Responsible Management , reflects our commitment to staying abreast of industry demands . In addition , the upcoming launch of the postgraduate Master of Digital Business ( MDigBus ) in 2024 underscores our proactive approach to meeting the evolving needs of the digital economy .
classrooms represents a proactive response to the evolving needs of higher education . By prioritising student engagement , learning outcomes , pedagogical flexibility , real-world readiness and technological integration , universities can create vibrant learning environments that empower students to succeed academically and professionally .
ROADMAP FOR GROWTH
Enhanced Research Focus The School has consolidated its efforts under three focal areas as research clusters ; Sustainable Business , Digital Transformation , and Thriving Communities . This strategic alignment aims to drive impactful research outcomes and foster a cohesive research community that engages in interdisciplinary collaboration to address pressing societal challenges .
Engagement Reimagined Through the three focal areas , which are aligned with Monash University ’ s Impact 2030 Strategic Plan , concerted efforts to enhance the School ’ s profile amongst industry and government stakeholders are underway , paving the way for increased collaboration and impact .
Educational Resilience Our institution has adapted to the ever-shifting needs of today ’ s scholars , implementing measures such as fully-online units and enhanced support services to minimise disruptions . Additionally , we continue to review our curriculum to ensure program relevance and invest on state-of-the-art learning space infrastructures for tomorrow ’ s workforce . The incorporation of active learning
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