IDPumslogo1TUESDAY, 3 FEBRUARY – The Human Resource Division, Registrar Department has upgraded its training management system starting 2 February 2015.

The system called ‘Individual Development Plan’ (IDP) will be used for the management of training for staff of Universiti Malaysia Sabah (UMS). All academic and non-academic staff can check the list of courses, both compulsory and elective for their reference and planning.

This can be assessed through HRONLINE using their own ID and password, starting 3 February 2015.

IDP replaces the old system called My Continuing Professional Development (MyCPD) which was a more open concept and was last used in 2014. The IDP is a more competency-based system and focuses on individual needs according to their actual job description.

The IDP needs for 2015-2016 is apportioned at 50% for compulsory, 30% elective and 20% for contributions of each individual.

More information can be obtained from Nurazean Sheir at 088-320000 extension 1360 for academicians or Mohd. Saffuan Yakub at extension 1143 for non-academicians. – FL


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jpp terbaik stafTUESDAY, 3 FEBRUARY – Preparing a strategic planning is the highest level of planning and very important so that the direction of planning and management of an organisation will be more organised, effective and transparent.

Vice-Chancellor of Universiti Malaysia Sabah, Prof. Datuk Dr. Mohd Harun Abdullah said at the same time it can also identify the objectives of short term, medium term and long term goals, at least 3-5 years ahead.

He said this in his speech read by the Deputy Vice-Chancellor of Student Affairs and Alumni, Assoc. Prof. Dr. Ismail Ali at the closing ceremony of the Retreat Programme and Family Day of the Maintenance and Development Department (JPP) 2015.

Datuk Dr. Harun said, to achieve strategic planning which had been developed, it was the responsibility of JPP to modify or bring new changes using their full potential.

“It should be noted that the success of the strategic objectives implemented is dependent on the strong commitment of each staff through quality leadership, effective management, innovative and dynamic.

“With a strong and cohesive collaboration, honest and sincere, insya-Allah, the outcome will be perfect,” he said.

At the event, Dr. Ismail also witnessed the presentation of awards to outstanding 2014 JPP employees, presented by JPP Director, Kamisah Husin. – SS (fl)


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BolaJaring1TUESDAY, 03 FEBRUARY – A selection run for Universiti Malaysia Sabah (UMS) Netball Team will be held on 14 February 2015 at the Multipurpose Hall, Sabah Federal Government Administration Complex starting at 8.00 am.

According to the Manager of UMS Netball team, Siti Rofaidah Muhammad Razali, the selection session is to get the best 12 players who will represent UMS at the coming ‘Sukan Badan Berkanun’ or ‘Sukanun 2015’ hosted by Universiti Teknologi Mara (UiTM).

She added that UMS was chosen to be the venue for the event this year.

"Sukanun 2015 will be held from 28 April until 3 May 2015 with Netball competition scheduled between 28 April until 2 May 2015," she added.

Those interested to be part of the team may contact Siti Rofaidah at 016-5223936 or extension 1520. – FL


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UMS LogoMONDAY, 2 FEBRUARY – The public is invited to attend a public hearing session or Town Hall Meeting on the Malaysian Education Development Plan (MEDP) this Saturday at Universiti Malaysia Sabah (UMS).

The session which will begin at 8.30 am will be held at Dewan Bankuasi (Banquet Hall), Bangunan Dewan Canselor (Chancellor Hall Building) UMS.

The programme which is expected to end at 12.30 pm will be graced by the Minister of Education II, Dato’ Seri Idris Jusoh.

It is, among others aim to raise awareness and to get input on the Higher Education MEDP.

The Vice-Chancellor of UMS, Professor Datuk Dr. Mohd Harun Abdullah is expected to attend the event. – SS (fl)


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HEP MonashMONDAY, 2 FEBRUARY – A total of 25 Universiti Malaysia Sabah (UMS) students of the Student Representatives Council (MPP) 2014/2015 Session made a study tour to Monash University, Melbourne Australia recently.

According to the Head of Student Development Division, Student Affairs Department (HEP), Kim Asbiyallah Shah Akim, the visit also known as ‘Adventure to Kangaroo Land’ aimed at exposing students to the culture of Australians especially in terms of work culture, local development besides gaining experience abroad.

“During the visit, UMS students had a dialogue with representatives of Malaysian students who were studying at Monash University and exchanged views on the context of education and student leadership,” she said when contacted by UMS media.

She added that all input received through this visit were likely to have a huge impact in strengthening the management and organisation of UMS students programme in future.

“This visit also provided an opportunity for both partites (UMS and Monash University) to focus on the education system applied in Australia and Malaysia, as well as reviewing the systematic and conducive learning environment at Monash University,” she added.

‘Adventure to Kangaroo Land’ was one of UMS HEP Department's activities to internationalise its students globally through sharing of ideas with leading universities in Australia. – ZMD (fl)


Source: HEP UMS


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