Novie Tajuddin CA (M), FCMA (UK), CGMA

C.A. (M), FCMA, CGMA (UK)

Chief Executive Officer
Education Malaysia Global Services

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Novie Tajuddin is the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) for Education Malaysia Global Services (EMGS).

Novie previously was the CEO of The Malaysian Institute of Certified Public Accountants (MICPA) and brought with him a wealth of experience in the education industry and commercial. Before MICPA, Novie served as the Chief Operating Officer (COO) of EMGS and as a Director, Strategy & Engagement for Yayasan Peneraju, an agency under the Prime Minister’s office. Novie has been appointed as the Education Committee Member of MARA since 2020. He was conferred as Adjunct Professor by UNITAR International University in January 2022 and appointed as the Ambassador for Faculty of Accountancy, UiTM recently.

On the commercial side, he used to be the Regional Chief Financial Officer (CFO) of Getronics Asia Pacific & Japan (Dutch Company) which oversaw operations globally including SEAs, India, Taiwan, Korea, and Japan. He held key positions in various entities such as Abeam Consulting (Japanese Company), The IA Group, MIMOS Berhad and the Board of Director of Technology Park Malaysia (TPM) (2017-2020).

He holds a Bachelor in Accounting and Finance (Hons) from De Montfort University, Leicester, UK and a Diploma in Accountancy (UiTM). He is a member of Malaysian Institute of Accountants (MIA) and Fellow member of Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA).

With over 26 years of experience in General Management, Accounting & Finance, Operations, Business Development, Strategic Planning & Strategic Engagement and also in IT, Consulting & Outsourcing industry, Novie is well-versed in the area of Planning, Strategy, Engagement, Business Process, Financial Planning & Analysis, Accounting, HR & Payroll outsourcing. Novie brings unique composition of experience in multi-nationals and local conglomerates.

Tang Shyue Song, Lewis

Chief Marketing Officer

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Tang Shyue Song, Lewis – Chief Marketing Officer

Mr. Lewis Tang is a dynamic leader with a rich background in spearheading innovative initiatives, driving business growth, and enhancing brand visibility across various industries. As the Director for WEB3 & AI Business at MY E.G SERVICES BERHAD, he orchestrated the successful establishment of a Web 3 business unit, fostering strategic collaborations, and overseeing the development of cutting-edge blockchain products. His tenure was marked by notable achievements such as contributing to a cross-border origin certificate authentication system and securing significant partnerships with industry giants like Huawei and TASCO.

Prior to this role, Mr. Lewis Tang served as Chief Marketing Officer (CMO) at Ingram Micro China, where he led comprehensive marketing strategies for a diverse portfolio of brands, resulting in enhanced brand recognition and revenue generation. His strategic prowess was further showcased during his tenure at MBM Co. Ltd., where he held key roles including Chief Growth Officer (CGO) and CEO, demonstrating strong leadership and strategic management skills across various facets of the business.

Additionally, Mr. Lewis Tang’s experience at Tencent Shanghai as Deputy General Manager underscores his expertise in market development and brand management, while his tenure at companies like Huawei Technologies Co., Ltd., H3C, Reed Exhibitions Pte Ltd, and Siemens Shanghai reflects his proficiency in global marketing events management, digital marketing, sales management, and corporate marketing strategies. Throughout his career spanning multiple leadership roles, Mr. Lewis Tang has consistently demonstrated a commitment to driving innovation, fostering strategic partnerships, and delivering tangible results, making him a highly valuable asset in any organisation.

Mohd Azlan Abd. Aziz

Head
Corporate Service

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Mohd Azlan Abd. Aziz
Head Corporate Service

Mohd. Azlan Abd. Aziz is the Head Corporate Service for Education Malaysia Global Services (EMGS).

He is responsible mainly for managing and overseeing the daily operations of the accounting department.

He received his Diploma in Accountancy in the year 2000 from Universiti Teknologi Mara (UiTM) and subsequently obtained a Bachelor of Accountancy also from UiTM in 2002.

He brings over his skillset in Accounting with more than 20 years of experience. Prior to EMGS, Azlan was a Manager Account Receivable and Revenue at Beta Tegap Sdn Bhd. He gained his wealth of knowledge through his outstanding career, serving as Account executives and managerial positions at Hasnan & Co, KUB Malaysia Berhad, Academy of Knowledge for Accounting and Leadership.

Mahathir Tan Sri Mohd Bakri

Head
Corporate Support

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Mahathir Tan Sri Mohd Bakri
Head Corporate Support

Mahathir Tan Sri Mohd Bakri is the Head Corporate Support for Education Malaysia Global Services (EMGS).

He is responsible to oversee the human resources department and insurers of the function and duties being carried out by the Human Resources team including planning, directing, and coordinating the administrative functions of EMGS.

He holds a Bachelor of Science in Management of Human Resource from Excelsior College, New York in 2004. His other credentials also include Certified Masters Business Administration from Oxford School of Management Education in 2017 and Executive Masters in Strategic Human Capital and Organizational Development in 2017.

Mahathir is an accomplished human resource practitioner with over 15 years of comprehensive experience. He brings a great wealth of experience and knowledge, and amongst the professional roles he has held prior to joining Education Malaysia Global Services compromises of; Human Resource & Admin Manager at Nord Anglia Education Middle East Holdings and Senior Manager of Human Resource at Sapura Aero and Sapura Resources Berhad.

Azhar Mohamed

Head
Corporate Strategy

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Azhar Mohamed
Head Corporate Strategy

Azhar Mohamed is the Head of the Corporate Strategy Division for Education Malaysia Global Services (EMGS).

Azhar has seventeen years of experience working in education management, business development, student recruitment, and marketing. Prior to joining EMGS, he has worked for a number of higher educational institutions, having the experience in a variety of business development and marketing functions necessary for institutional growth.

From 2018 to 2021, he worked as the Director of Sales and Marketing at UNIRAZAK’s Centre for Continuing Education (CCE) and was the instrumental in the establishment of a sponsored unit for professional certification programmes

Throughout his career, he has had the opportunity to work in Cambodia and Jakarta as the Business Development and Sales Manager for a Malaysian private institution with an off-shore campus.

He possesses a broad range of networks and connections, ranging from leading a school-to-school bridge programme to collaborating on a global scale with recruitment corporations, educational institutions, governmental organisations, and sponsored organisations.

Mohd Farha Md Ishak

Head
International Student Management Services (ISMS)

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Mohd Farha Md Ishak
Head International Student Management Services (ISMS)

Muhammad Afif Ahmad Sabri

Head
Project Management Office (PMO)

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Muhammad Afif Ahmad Sabri
Head Project Management Office (PMO)

Mohd Faiz Mohd Noh

Head
Corporate Assurance

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Mohd Faiz Mohd Noh
Head Corporate Assurance

Mohd Faiz Mohd Noh is the Head Corporate Assurance of Education Malaysia Global Services (EMGS) and has 15 years of experience in Internal Audit, Investigation, Integrity, and Governance matters from various industries. He also has extensive exposure as an internal auditor, conducting various audit assignments locally and overseas. He also has experience in the establishment of the department’s framework, policy, and procedures.

Prior to joining EMGS, he previously served as the Senior Manager of the Whistleblowing and Detection Department Group Governance and Risk Management Division, FGV Holdings Bhd. Throughout his outstanding career, he has contributed at Proton Holdings, Bank Islam Malaysia Berhad, PETRONAS, Al Rajhi Bank, SME Bank, and FGV Holdings Berhad.

He holds a Master’s Degree in Business Administration from Universiti Teknologi MARA (UiTM), a Certified Integrity Officer (CEIO), and HRDC Train the Trainer.

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Sarah Azreen Abdul Samat

Sarah has over 22 years of experience in corporate finance transactions involving equity issuance, mergers and acquisitions, fundraising, corporate restructuring, and corporate valuation, amongst others. She began her career in investment banking with Malaysian International Merchant Bankers Berhad in 2001 after obtaining her professional qualifications from PricewaterhouseCoopers.

Later in her career, she joined other investment banking institutions in Malaysia such as AmInvestment Bank Berhad, Maybank Investment Bank Berhad and RHB Investment Bank Berhad.

Presently, Sarah sits as Non-Independent Non-Executive Director of Reneuco Berhad and Independent Director of Pharmaniaga Berhad. She is currently the Executive Director of 3p Capital Advisers Sdn. Bhd., a company licensed with the Securities Commission Malaysia to provide advisory services to the capital market players.

Tuan Haji Ismail Bin Mohamed

Tuan Haji Ismail Mohamed sits on the Board of Director for Education Malaysia Global Services (EMGS). He obtains his Bachelor Degree in Business Administration from Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia (UKM).

Prior to sitting on the EMGS Board, he was also appointed to be the Board of Director to KEJORA from 2013 to 2018, and several companies such as Permodalan Darul Takzim Sdn Bhd, Perbadanan Usahawan Johor Sdn Bhd, PIJ Holding and Ranhil SAJ Sdn Bhd. Tuan Haji Ismail Mohamed also co-founded Pertama.

He started his career by setting up a company and being the founder of JYBB Enterprise. His career came to prominence when he became the co-founder and the Chief Executive Officer of Pertama Polyerethane Technology (M) Sdn Bhd and subsequently became the Special Officer to the Minister of Education in 2013.

Ismail Mohamed is acknowledged for his expertise in Agriculture and Agro-based industry, landing him being appointed as the Chairman of the Agriculture and Agro-based Industry Committee of the Johor State, the Chairman of Agro KEJORA and the Chairman of the Johor State Agriculture, Agro-based industry, Entrepreneurial Development and Cooperatives Committee.