Tag: Education & Research
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Rethinking University Rankings: A Reflection on Reputation and Visibility
University rankings have become a dominant force in higher education, but do they truly measure quality or merely reward visibility? This post critically reflects on what rankings reveal — and what they miss — about the real value of a university.
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Assignment Brief: Developing Global Market Strategies for Borneo Apong Golden Syrup
A structured assignment brief guiding students through the development of global market entry strategies for Borneo Apong Golden Syrup, a Malaysian SME. Students will apply international business frameworks to a real-world case study.
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Essential Skills Gained from Case Studies
Case studies are among the most effective tools in business education, developing analytical thinking, problem-solving, and decision-making skills. This post highlights the essential competencies students gain from working through real-world business cases.
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Navigating Your PhD Viva: Insights and Strategies
The PhD viva is one of the most challenging and defining moments of a doctoral journey. This post shares practical insights and strategies to help candidates prepare with confidence and emerge successfully.
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Navigating your PhD Journey: Comprehensive Preparation for Success
Embarking on a PhD is a marathon, not a sprint — requiring careful planning, resilience, and the right support system. This post provides comprehensive guidance on preparing for the key challenges and milestones of doctoral research.
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How to study for exams
Effective exam preparation goes beyond last-minute cramming — it requires strategy, consistency, and the right mindset. This post shares practical study techniques to help students perform at their best when it matters most.
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Teaching and Learning Online – Some Lessons
The shift to online teaching revealed both the possibilities and the limitations of digital education. This post shares honest lessons learned from the experience of teaching and learning in a fully online environment.
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Learning or Telling.. From Sage on the stage to Guide on the Side.
The best educators do not lecture from a pedestal — they guide students to discover knowledge for themselves. This post explores the shift from teacher-centred to learner-centred education and why it matters for student outcomes.
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New semester new ideas
A new semester is an opportunity to refresh approaches, set goals, and bring new energy to teaching and learning. This post reflects on the possibilities that a fresh academic term brings for both educators and students.
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Professors are nurtured from Professors
Great professors are not born — they are shaped by the mentors, teachers, and academic communities that invested in them. This post reflects on the vital role of mentorship in developing the next generation of academics.