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    Company overview

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    Education, Training & Professional Development

    Company size

    51-100

    Primary location

    Block A & C, City Campus, Jalan Tun Ismail, 50480 Kuala Lumpur.
    Universiti Malaya-Wales (UM-Wales) (formerly known as International University of Malaya-Wales) (IUMW) is a private university located in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. IUMW was established based on a mutual partnership between the University of Malaya (UM) & the University of Wales, UK. Leveraging on both universities' outstanding achievement, together with our own band of academicians, IUMW offers an array of undergraduate and postgraduate courses to both local and international students.UM-Wales aspires to be a comprehensive research-informed university, recognised for its innovative teaching and learning, social services and education management. The International University of Malaya-Wales experience transforms students into lifelong learners, dedicated to service, with the knowledge, skills and confidence to succeed and lead in the region, state, nation and world.We require candidate with relevant experience leading an academic school or faculty, coupled with a comprehensive knowledge of higher education and private institution, and a style that is proactive, innovative and agile as we embed our new structure. As change becomes the new norm in our industry, it is important that candidate have the ability to create a culture of excellence, enhancement, collaboration and respect, underpinned by strongly held values

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    What’s it like working at International University of Malaya-Wales (IUMW)?

    AI summary of recent reviews

    Employees at the International University of Malaya-Wales (IUMW) appreciate the supportive environment, with a friendly atmosphere, encouragement from management, and a peer support system. They also value the flexible working hours and ability to choose their schedules. The collaboration between University of Malaya and University of Wales Trinity Saint David is seen as a positive aspect, as is the diverse student body from various countries. Additionally, employees indicate that salaries are paid on time and are at par with market value.

    However, as a newly established university, IUMW is still growing and developing its systems and processes. Some employees feel that additional responsibilities are added without compensation for those who perform well. A few reviewers mentioned some challenges with student attitudes, though not all students. There is also a need for stronger workflows and standard operating procedures as the university continues to grow.

    Recent reviews

    5.0
    Research & development
    Feb 2023
    Kuala Lumpur1 to 2 years in the role, current employee
    In the educational industry for higher education as Associate Professor and Head of Research Management Centre
    The good thingsFriendly and welcoming atmosphere Continuous Encouragement from Top Management Peer support system Flexi working hours
    The challengesNewly established Uni in only 10 years with only 3 faculties to grow and compete with other private unis
    4.0
    Course counsellor
    Jun 2022
    1 to 2 years in the role, former employee
    Marketing isn't all the same
    The good thingsAbility to choose work hours. Mine was 10 to 7. 5 days week. Free parking. Sales commissions.
    The challengesLong weekends during intake. Working at Education fairs 10 - 6. at times up to 7pm. Not everyone understand the importance of further education
    3.0
    Lecturer
    Jun 2021
    Kuala Lumpur1 to 2 years in the role, current employee
    Still young. Needs better leadership.
    The good thingsAmazing colleagues, students and parents. Salary is always on time.
    The challengesA lot of work and responsibilities are thrown onto those that do good work, with zero compensation.
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