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Alumni Spotlight: YBhg. Dato’ Shaharrudy Bin Othman Conferred Prestigious State Award

IIUM Graduate School of Management is filled with immense pride to celebrate the outstanding achievement of one of our esteemed alumni, YBhg. Dato’ Shaharrudy Bin Othman, on being conferred the prestigious Darjah Dato’ Paduka Mahkota Perlis (D.P.M.P). This noble title represents a monumental milestone in a career defined by unwavering dedication, integrity, and exceptional service to the nation. Legacy of Leadership and Public ServiceDato’ Shaharrudy, a graduate of the Class of Master of Management (2018), currently serves as the Deputy Chief Executive Officer of Compliance at the Lembaga Hasil Dalam Negeri Malaysia (LHDN). This state recognition reflects not only his personal excellence but also his profound leadership in public service. His strategic contributions continue to strengthen corporate governance and national development, embodying the core values of responsibility and stewardship. We are certain that this well-deserved recognition will inspire our current students and the broader alumni community to strive for excellence, take on bold leadership roles, and contribute meaningfully to the progress of our global society. On behalf of the entire IIUM GSM faculty, staff, and student body, we extend our heartiest congratulations to YBhg. Dato’ Shaharrudy Bin Othman. We pray for his continued good health, wisdom, and success as he guides LHDN toward greater heights and continues to serve the nation with distinction. Congratulations, Dato’! You make the entire IIUM family proud.

Half-Baked Work Was Never An Option: The Mindset That Set Him Apart

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GSM Alumni Stories: Where It All Began 🎓 At IIUM Graduate School of Management, every alumni has a story and for our MBA Class of 2016 graduate, Saiyid A Syakir Al-Edrus, FCCA, it’s a story of professionalism shaped through consistency and high standards. During his time pursuing an MBA at IIUM Graduate School of Management, Saiyid described himself as a typical student. However, his peers often entrusted him with the role of group leader and editor for assignments, recognising his “strict quality control and eye for detail.” For Saiyid, it was never just about completing tasks, it was about upholding professionalism. He believed in delivering work that was complete, refined, and of high quality. As he puts it, submitting half-baked work was never an option, just as he would not deliver anything less than his best to his bosses and clients today. This mindset, nurtured during his MBA journey, continues to define his professional approach and commitment to excellence. Below is the thought shared by him on our MBA programme. 1. Where were you in your career before joining GSM, and where are you now? I was a Tax Specialist in Axiata Group Bhd in May 2013 when I was accepted. Currently I am a licensed tax agent and Executive Director of boutique tax firm, Morison LC Tax Sdn Bhd. 2.What part of the GSM experience had the biggest impact on you? Networking with fellow experienced students from various backgrounds and expertise (eg engineering, IT, marketing, management etc). The diverse views from fellow students helped me in understanding nuances of leadership among astute peers and taking lead in group studies and projects. 3. How did GSM shape your values, mindset, or leadership style? GSM provided the Islamic grounding, where each action is an ibadah and governed with ethics, which starts from niat or intention. From there, my personal values of “Integrity, Honesty & Compassion” and leadership naturally form a style of compassionate, attentive yet firm approach when I lead my department today.

MOBILITY PROGRAMME FROM UIGM

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On January 19, 2024, the Graduate School of Management (GSM) was honored to host a Mobility Programme visit from Universitas Indo Global Mandiri (UIGM). The UIGM delegation, consisting of 18 students from the Master of Management program and a few academic advisors, aimed to promote the Doctoral programs at KENMS, DeBA, and GSM. The primary objectives of the visit were to showcase the opportunities available in the Doctoral programs and to facilitate knowledge sharing on research methodology in management. We anticipate that this visit will lay the foundation for valuable collaborations. Until we meet again.