Author: Nicholas Ong Kuan Song

Recently, APU students embarked on the Career Exploration Programme (CEP) Penang 2026; gaining valuable insights into industry practices and career pathways, while experiencing Penang’s rich cultural heritage. 🏙️

Through visits to MKS Instruments and SanDisk, students explored real-world business operations, workplace practices, and diverse career opportunities across the industry. 💼

Beyond professional exposure, students also immersed themselves in Penang’s local culture, cuisine, and iconic attractions; creating meaningful experiences beyond the classroom. ✨

By connecting industry exposure with cultural exploration, CEP Penang 2026 broadened students’ perspectives, while strengthening their career readiness, personal growth, and appreciation of diverse experiences.

Read more: https://www.apu.edu.my/news/apu-students-expand-career-perspectives-through-career-exploration-programme-penang-2026

#APUMalaysia #APU #CEP #Penang #asiapacificuniversity

 

APU has signed an MoU with Central Force International to strengthen collaboration in AI, data analytics, and market intelligence. 🤝

Students will gain access to industry internships, real-world Final Year Projects, collaborative research, workshops, guest lectures, and networking opportunities with industry professionals. 💙

Preparing graduates with the skills and experience needed for the digital economy.

Read more: https://www.apu.edu.my/news/apu-partners-central-force-international-advance-ai-research-and-industry-ready-talent

#APU #AsiaPacificUniversity #AI #DataAnalytics #CentralForceInternational

Congratulations to Raveen Sangaran for winning the Bronze Medal (Tertiary Category) at the International Virtual Innovation Competition (VIC) 2026! 🤩🥉

His Final Year Project, Solarbeat, is a solar-powered smart wristband that monitors heart rate while using renewable energy to reduce the need for frequent charging.

Congratulations Raveen on this incredible international achievement! 👏✨

Read more: https://www.apu.edu.my/news/transforming-engineering-ideas-sustainable-healthcare-solutions

#APU #AsiaPacificUniversity #Engineering #Mechatronics #VIC2026

🏆 Congratulations to Chai Cheng Xun, Tan Nick Kean, and Wong Wan Yin on receiving the MDEC PDTI Outstanding Student Award 2025!

The award recognises students who have demonstrated outstanding dedication, leadership, and active involvement in the cyber security and technology community. Through their participation in competitions, projects, research, events, and student initiatives, they have continuously developed their technical skills while making meaningful contributions beyond the classroom.

Congratulations on this well-deserved achievement. Your passion and commitment continue to inspire the APU community! 💙👏

Read more: https://www.apu.edu.my/news/apu-students-honoured-mdec-pdti-outstanding-student-award-2025

#APU #APUMalaysia #MDEC #CyberSecurity #AsiaPacificUniversity

Congratulations to APU student-athlete Eshwar Evan Dmitry Klokol on an incredible performance at the 2026 Asian Sub-Junior & Junior Powerlifting Championships in Hainan, China! 🥳🥇🥇

Eshwar brought home two gold medals and claimed the Men’s Classic 93kg Sub-Junior title, lifting an impressive 672.5kg total, including a 290kg deadlift.

We’re proud to see you represent both Malaysia and APU on the Asian stage. Congratulations Eshwar! 🇲🇾💪

Read more: https://www.apu.edu.my/news/eshwar-brings-home-asian-powerlifting-gold-malaysia

#APU #APUMalaysia #StudentAthlete #Powerlifting #MalaysiaBoleh

Congratulations to Tow How Yen on becoming the National Champion in Microsoft Word® (Microsoft 365 Apps) at the MOS Malaysia National Championship 2026! 🤩🏆

After standing out among thousands of participants, Tow advanced to the national finals, where he earned the championship title and the opportunity to represent Malaysia at the MOS World Championship in Anaheim, California, USA. 🇲🇾

Your dedication, perseverance and passion for learning have truly paid off. We wish you all the best as you take on the world stage! ✨

Read more: https://www.apu.edu.my/news/apu-students-shine-national-adobe-and-microsoft-championships-2026

#APU #APUMalaysia #MOSMalaysia #MOSWorldChampionship #Microsoft

Congratulations to APU students Lee Jun Yeh and Eaton Seau Yin Cheng, together with Jaydon Lye from Crescendo International College, for securing First Runner-Up and winning RM2,000 at Hackathon X: FinTech Forward 2026, organised by UMPSA in collaboration with Bank Islam Malaysia Berhad. 🥳👏🔥

Competing against university teams from across Malaysia, the team developed an AI-powered fintech solution that connects local merchants directly with consumers through a smart voucher platform, helping businesses increase their visibility while enabling consumers to enjoy greater savings. 🎉

Read more:  https://www.apu.edu.my/news/apu-students-secure-first-runner-hackathon-x-fintech-forward-2026

#APU #HackathonX2026 #FinTech #ArtificialIntelligence #AsiaPacificUniversity

What does it take to build a brand that millions of people choose to fly with? ✈️

Our students from School of Marketing and Management (SoMM) recently visited AirAsia to find out, exploring how customer relationship management (CRM), digital marketing, and data-driven strategies come together to create memorable customer experiences.

Beyond the sharing sessions, students also toured the AirAsia office for a behind-the-scenes look at how teams collaborate to keep the business moving every day. 🏢

It was a valuable opportunity to see marketing in action, connect classroom learning with real industry practices, and gain insights that will help shape their future careers.

Read more:  https://www.apu.edu.my/news/flying-future-customer-experience-airasia

#APU #AirAsia #Marketing #DigitalMarketing  #AsiaPacificUniversity

Champion of Asia! 😍👏🏆

Congratulations to APU student Ricky Chua Chin Han and his team, Power of Love, for emerging as Champions of the AlphaSights Asia Case Competition 2026! 🎉

Competing against 176 teams from across Asia, the team impressed the judges with their strategic thinking, stakeholder management, and communication skills to claim the championship in the Grand Final held in Hong Kong.

This remarkable achievement reflects the power of teamwork, resilience, and excellence on the international stage. Well done! 👏

Read more:  https://www.apu.edu.my/news/power-love-crowned-champion-alphasights-asia-case-competition-2026

#AlphaSightsCaseCompetition #StudentSuccess #APU #APUMalaysia #AsiaPacificUniversity