MIG Students Tackle Industry Challenges in Malaysia
25 November 2024
The School of Business at Monash University Malaysia recently concluded the launch of Monash Innovation Guarantee (MIG) in Malaysia – a three-week intensive program designed to provide students with a unique opportunity to tackle real-world industry challenges and co-create innovative solutions.
As part of Monash University’s Flagship Rich Education Experiences (FREE), MIG is a summer subject that unites students from all disciplines to adopt a multidisciplinary approach to problem-solving. This unique program equips participants with the confidence and skills to address complex, real-world challenges with mentorship and guidance from industry partners.
Coordinated by Dr. Daniel Loy, the inaugural MIG Malaysia engaged students with five leading industry partners: CelcomDigi, CrossFit, Microsoft, Pos Malaysia, and Tata Consultancy Services. Throughout the program, students received mentorship and feedback through weekly check-ins with their industry partners to refine and deliver impactful, purpose-driven solutions.
Students also had the opportunity to visit CelcomDigi and Pos Malaysia, gaining an insider’s perspective on the innovative processes and operations driving the telecommunication and postal services sectors.
These field trips provided a unique chance to engage with experts, witness real-world applications of their classroom learning, and deepen their understanding of the challenges and opportunities within the industry.
The program culminated in a Final Pitch Day on 20 November 2024, where students presented their solutions to meet the challenges posed by our industry partners. This event marked a proud moment as students demonstrated their creativity, hard work, and dedication.
We extend our heartfelt thanks to our esteemed industry partners for their invaluable support and mentorship, which made this program a resounding success. A special note of appreciation goes to industry representatives below for their continued commitment to fostering student development and driving innovation:
- Choong Kok Leong, Head of Brand, Prepaid, Postpaid & Youth, CelcomDigi
- Jan Lee, Senior Brand Specialist, CelcomDigi
- Madhusudhan, Country Manager, Crossfit
- Jyn Tay, Solutions Sales, Microsoft
- Cheong Enyen, Sales, Marketing & Business Development, Microsoft
- Rai Yatim, Head of Culture & Organizational Development, POS Malaysia
- Sabrinder Bedi, Head of Culture Content & Development, Pos Malaysia
- Wan Dazriq, Sustainability & Impact, TCS Malaysia
- Sharmila Bijoor, ASEAN CSR Business Strategy Head, TCS Malaysia
- Kugantharan V., Strategic Engagement & Digital Consultant, TCS Malaysia
As we conclude this successful chapter of the MIG Malaysia programme, we are excited to see how the skills and insights gained will shape our students' futures.
Through initiatives like MIG, Monash University remains committed to providing impactful learning experiences that foster innovation and leadership. We look forward to further collaborations with our esteemed industry partners in future initiatives.
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If your organisation is keen to engage with the School of Business in similar programs, we welcome you to reach out to us at mum.business.engage@monash.edu.