West African Journalists Visit Quest International University In Malaysia …CEO Nicholas Goh Shares Vision and Clarifies Misconceptions By Amin Kef Sesay
On Thursday 7th September, 2023, a delegation of journalists from Ghana, Nigeria and Sierra Leone visited Quest International University (QIU), a private research-led institution in Perak, Malaysia. The university was established under the Higher Educational Institutions Act 555 and owned by the QI Group, currently hosts nearly 2,000 students from about 50 countries on its campus.
The visiting journalists engaged in discussions and presentations with the university management team, including the Chief Executive Officer, Nicholas Goh, Deputy Chief Operating Officer, Ng Mei Chan, University Relations Director, Pauline Lee, Senior Manager Loghun Kumaran, Registrar Muhammad MG Omar, and Professor Zita Mohd Fahmi, Vice-Chancellor of the University.
CEO Nicholas Goh led the presentation wherein he outlined the university’s mission to become a globally recognized research institution delivering quality programs and interdisciplinary research of international standing.
He highlighted the university’s diverse course which ranges from Medicine & Surgery, Pharmacy, Business Management, Communications and Journalism to Environmental Technology, Hospitality and Special Needs Education.
Mr. Goh emphasized the commitment of the University to providing quality education and maintaining affordability which is facilitated by a team of experienced educators from Malaysia and abroad. He also noted the university’s focus on producing well-rounded graduates equipped with the skills and confidence to succeed in a rapidly changing job market.
Research and innovation form the backbone of QIU, with special research projects focusing on sustainable construction materials, technology innovations, health intervention, and food sustainability initiatives. Goh emphasized the importance of students gaining first-hand knowledge of groundbreaking research by working alongside dedicated educators.
The CEO also highlighted the university’s commitment to social responsibility with students actively participating in community service and volunteering for good causes. He cited examples of Pharmacy students who has providing care at homes for the elderly and medical undergraduates by conducting free health screenings for the underprivileged.
Goh clarified that QIU which currently has close to 2,000 students, offers 40 programs, and does not have any branch in any other country. He said the University has not authorized anyone to collect money on its behalf. He warned against scammers exploiting prospective students and advised individuals to verify information through the university’s official website.
The university’s student body comprises 10% international students and 90% of local students, a testament to the credibility of the University and its acceptance by the local population in Malaysia. The University is fully accredited and its courses are also accredited by a number of local and international accreditation authorities. It also has a Language Centre that is accredited to offer English language tests such as TOEFL, IELTS, and others.
The event concluded with a tour of the university’s facilities and a question-and-answer session.
