MoA signing between UTAR and ELSI Sdn Bhd

UTAR and ELSI Sdn Bhd signed a memorandum of agreement (MoA) on 5 April 2024 at ELS Language Centre, Kuala Lumpur. With the signing of the MoA, both parties will work together to deliver the ELS Certified Intensive English Programme (CIEP) specifically for UTAR international students, enhancing their language proficiency and academic success.

Second from left: Dr Lai, Dr David Tneh, Ms Irene Wong, Puan Zanariah, Dr Lim, Mr Lee, Prof Goi, Prof Dato’ Ewe, Dato’ Sri Chee, Ms Chee, Mr Sean Chee, Puan Sawiah and Prof Abdul Salam

The signatories were UTAR President Ir Prof Dato’ Dr Ewe Hong Tat and ELSI Sdn Bhd Managing Director Mr Sean Chee. Witnessing the signing were UTAR Vice President for Internationalisation and Academic Development Ir Prof Dr Goi Bok Min and ELSI Sdn Bhd Head of University Relations Puan Zanariah Jaafar.

Also present at the event were ELSI Sdn Bhd Advisor Dato’ Sri Chee Hong Leong, and Board of Governors Members Prof Dr Abdul Salam Babji, Puan Sawiah Ahmad and Ms Chee Yin Looi. UTAR Faculty of Creative Industries (FCI) Dean Dr David Tneh Cheng Eng, Office of International Affairs (OIA) Director Assoc Prof Dr Lai Soon Onn, Division of Programme Promotion (DPP) Acting Director Assoc Prof Ir Dr Lim Jee Hock, Centre for International Student Recruitment and Education Collaboration (CISREC) Director Mr Lee Choy Fong and CISREC Deputy Director Ms Irene Wong Hong Lei were present as well.

Prof Dato’ Ewe said, “This collaboration underscores our commitment to fostering academic excellence and inclusivity within our university community. As an institution dedicated to providing quality education and nurturing global citizens, we recognise the importance of supporting the diverse needs of our student body.”

He concluded, “This partnership with ELSI Sdn Bhd exemplifies the power of collaboration in advancing educational opportunities and enriching the learning experience of our students. By leveraging the expertise and resources of both organisations, we can ensure that our international students receive the support they need to excel academically and realise their full potential.”

Prof Dato’ Ewe (seated, second from left) and Mr Sean Chee (seated, second from right) signing the MoA documents