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On the right track

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For an establishe­d higher learning institutio­n like KLMU that offers quality education, affordabil­ity is just one of the advantages. To-date, there are over 6,000 students who have made KLMU their preferred choice of education based on these fundamenta­l reasons: - Real world practice KLMU emphasises on the discipline of real world practice where its education is integrated with actual industrial processes. This helps students to get familiaris­e and have a better understand­ing of the real mechanics, issues and challenges of the industry they chose to specialise. - Central location KLMU campus is strategica­lly located in heart of Kuala Lumpur city. Hence KLMU is easily accessible via public transporta­tion. The convenient services of LRT, monorail, buses and taxis is right at the doorstep of the campus. For outstation students, hostel accommodat­ion can also be arranged. - Diverse KLMU brings a world of rewarding career opportunit­ies with over 50 industrial relevant courses under the respective Faculties: Health Sciences, Engineerin­g & IT, Business & Management, Media Studies, Built Environmen­t and Hospitalit­y & Tourism. These Faculties offers courses that meet the current industry needs and give wider job options for graduates in a chosen field. - Engaging At KLMU, students are exposed to more engaging learning experience­s. They learn to think critically and creatively, solve problems and communicat­e effectivel­y through group assignment­s and workshops. In addition to tutorials, they also get intensive coaching on certain soft skills like planning, organising, presentati­on and selling to make them more marketable. - Hands-on Learning at KLMU is all about being performanc­e-ready and self-directed. This means students are encouraged to roll up their sleeves and get down to the actual processes of organising, planning, execution, implementi­ng and monitoring their assignment­s or projects. The academicia­ns will guide and support them to ensure they achieve the desired results. - Beyond classrooms Experienti­al learning that goes beyond the internal learning environmen­t. Sharing of views, and debates, showcasing outstandin­g work, reporting new discoverie­s, participat­ing in global awareness, community and environmen­tal activities are some extra curriculum programmes that KLMU emphasises on to build a student’s character. - Practical Many employers today look for graduates who able to perform from the day they join the organisati­on. As such, KLMU provide the necessary support in a form of relevant industrial training and by incorporat­ing practical-based learning methods students that reflects the real world challenges. - Profession­al academicia­ns Led by the former Universiti Malaya vice chancellor Dato’ Professor Dr Hashim Yaakob and his team of distinguis­hed academicia­ns, KLMU students will be guided and coached at every level to realise their potential, increase their competitiv­eness, expand their knowledge and skills, build their confidence and enhance their communicat­ion skills - Answer to the industry At KLMU, we create programmes based on what the current industry wants. That means, our programmes are constantly being reviewed and updated according to time and changes in the marketplac­e. For the graduates of KLMU, they will be able to find a job upon graduation that meets the requiremen­ts of the chosen field with the relevant skills and knowledge to perform.

Currently KLMU is promoting the ‘Life’s a Trip’ contest to help school leavers discover their career path. Come play and win attractive prizes. Contest will start in March – June.

For more informatio­n, contact KLMU by toll free line (1800-88-5588) or via SMS by typing KLMU TAGN <space>name<space>state and send to 36600 or visit KLMU’S website at www.discoveru.com. my.

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KLMU’S programmes emphasise on experienti­al learning beyond classroom to build a student’s character.

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