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Centre for Business, Socio-Economics and Innovation Research
The Centre aims to produce high-quality and impactful research papers in business, socioeconomics and innovation; provide consultancy services; and establish regional, national and international partnerships with industries, government and non-governmental organisations, academia and other research centres specifically in research and development.
Our Vision
The Centre strives to be a premier consultancy service provider and a leading research centre dedicated to producing high-standard and impactful research papers in business, socioeconomics and innovation for various stakeholders within the university and across industries, communities, states, and national and international arenas. Our objectives are to:
Conduct both qualitative and quantitative research in the area of business, socioeconomics and innovation.
Provide consultancy services to industries, government and non-governmental organisations and the public in general.
Develop content-rich business case studies embedded in the course curriculum to equip graduates with critical thinking and other essential skills and knowledge required in real-world settings.
Provide a platform for turning smart/creative ideas into amazing products or services with commercial and social value.
Establish research partnership/authorship with the industries, government and non-governmental organisations, academia and other research centres nationally or internationally to produce high standards and impactful book chapters or research papers in business, socioeconomics and innovation.
Invite prominent speakers from academic or industry practitioners, nationally or internationally, to share their experiences and expertise to facilitate relevant talks/seminars/symposiums/workshops/colloquiums primarily on research methodology and publication.
The Centre aims to
Conduct research in the area of business, socioeconomics and innovation.
Facilitate and support research activities undertaken by the Branch Campus via research seminars and workshops.
Provides consultancy services to industries, government and non-governmental organisations and other high education institutions.
To establish research partnership/authorship with industries, government and non-governmental organisations, academia and other research centres nationally or internationally.
Members Profile
Prof. Dr. Toh Guat Guan (Leader)
Branch Head, Penang Branch
Academic Qualification :
PhD in Finance (USM, Malaysia)
MSc (Finance) (University of Leicester, UK)
B.Ec (Business Administration) Hons (UM, Malaysia)
Email : tohgg@tarc.edu.my
Research Area : Finance, Behavioural Finance, Management, TRIZ
Biography
Assoc. Prof. Dr. Janice Toh is currently the Head of Penang Branch, Tunku Abdul Rahman University of Management and Technology (TAR UMT). She has taught various management and finance related subjects for the past 28 years. Currently, she supervises postgraduate students in the areas of management, economics and finance. Her research interests include the management, corporate governance, finance and TRIZ applications. She has presented several research papers in the national and international conferences and has won the best paper award in the 8th Asian Academy of Management International Conference. Besides, she is also a member of the review panel for journals and conferences such as the Asian Journal of Economics and Finance, Asian Conference of Sustainability, Energy and Environment, TARC International Conference, and European Asian Economics, Finance, Econometrics and Accounting Science Association. Prior to her academic career, she has worked in the manufacturing and banking industries, assuming administrative, operations and marketing role. She is a Certified MyTRIZ Level 1 instructor and Certified MyTRIZ Level 3 practitioner. She has conducted several TRIZ workshops for the undergraduates. Besides, she is also a Certified Buzan Licensed Instructor and has conducted Mind-Mapping® workshops for teachers and students of primary, secondary and tertiary levels. In addition, she is also the Registered online mentor for Oxford Brooke University, guiding students from various countries to complete the research and analysis report such as China, Korea, Greece, UK, Singapore and Pakistan. Apart from this, she is also one of the panel of assessors for Malaysian Qualification Agency (MQA) with the responsibility to process applications to conduct the programmes of study from Private Higher Education Institutions and provide recommendations to MQA for a decision. She strongly upholds life-long learning spirit and has a passion to impart knowledge and to share experience to ensure that students can gain a greater understanding of the subject matters
External Services to the Academic
13-15 April 2023
Invited as a Special Speaker for Ajou University Graduate School of Engineering’s Overseas IP Field Trip at Ho Chi Minh University, Vietnam.
14-17 October 2021
Paper Reviewer for International Conference on Material Science and Engineering Technology (ICMSET2021), Kyoto, Japan
14-16 October 2020
Paper Reviewer for The Online MyTRIZ Conference 2020
7 December 2019
Invited as a Guest Speaker for the Intellectual Property Strategy Research Forum (IP Forum) held at Ajou University, Korea
8-10 June 2018
Paper Rveviewer for the Asian Conference on the Sustainability, Energy & the Environment (ACSEE2018), The Art Centre, Kobe, Japan
3-6 September 2014
Session Chair / Paper Reviewer for the 4th European Asian Economics, Finance, Econometrics, Accounting Science Association Conference (EAFEASA 2014), Eastern & Oriental Hotel, Georgetown, Penang
August 2013 till Present
Registered Mentor for B.Sc (Hons) Applied Accounting Programme, Oxford Brookes University, United Kingdom
External Services to the other University / Community / Society / Nation
August 2008 till Present
Registered Mentor for Oxford Brooke University’s B.Sc. in Applied Accounting (Honours)
February 2011 till Present
MQA Assessor (Finance and Banking), Malaysian Qualification Agency
May 2020 till Present
Member of 25 StartUps Advisory Council, Karuna Venture Capital Sdn Bhd
Services to the University
June 2016 till Present Head, Penang Branch, Tunku Abdul Rahman University of Management and Technology (TAR UMT)
October 2013 to May 2016 Deputy Branch Head, Penang Branch, Tunku Abdul Rahman University College (TAR UC)
July 1994 to September 2013 Senior Lecturer / Programme Supervisor (Accounting and Finance Divison), Tunku Abdul Rahman College (TARC)
Publications
Toh, G.G., Ng., W.C. and Chau, G.H. (2022) An Innovation Way of Addressing the Issue of On-line Tear and Stain Gloves Separation Using TRIZ, Proceedings of Pesta TRIZ 2022 Conference.
Swee, S.L., Toh, G.G., Yip, M.W., and Tai, S.C. (2018). Systematic Innovation for Manufacturing Quality Improvement, MATEC Web Conf. Vol. 221.
Swee, S.L., Toh, G.G., Yip, M.W., Keong, C.S., and Tai, S.C. (2017). Applying TRIZ for Production Quality Improvement, MATEC Web of Conf, Vol. 95, No. 10009.
Keong, C.S., Yip, M.W., Swee, S.L., Toh, G.G., and Tai, S.C. (2017). A Review of TRIZ and its benefits and Challenges in Stimulating Creativity in Problem Solving of Pre-University Students: A TAR UC Case Study, Journal of Advances in Humanities and Social Sciences, 3(5): 247-263.
Toh, G.G., Chau, G.H., Swee, S.L., Yip, M.W., and Keong, C.S. (2015). Application of TRIZ in Resolving Water Crisis, The International Academic Forum (ACSEE2015, Ref No. 12374).
Swee, S.L., Toh, G.G., Yip, M.W., Keong, C.S., and Tai, S.C. (2015). Improving Electricity Efficiency Using TRIZ, Journal of Clean Energy Technologies (JOGET ISSN: 1793-821X), Vol.3, No.2.
Swee, S.L., Toh, G.G., Yip, M.W., Keong, C.S., and Tai, S.C. (2015). Applying Substance-Field Model for Packaging Quality Improvement, Proceedings of the 3rd International Conference on Industrial Application Engineering.
Yip, M.W., Keong, C.S., Swee, N.S.L., Tai, S.C., and Toh, G.G. (2014). Best Practices of Systematic Innovation Approach: A Case Study of TRIZ in Manufacturing Industry, International Journal of Innovation, Management and Technology.
Ooi, S., and Toh, G.G. (2014). Do Investors Care about Corporate Governance? Proceedings of European Asian Economics, Finance, Econometrics and Accounting Science Association Conference.
Swee, S.L., Yip, M.W., Keong, C.S., Tai, S.C. and Toh, G.G. (2013). A Case Study on the Application of TRIZ for Packaging Quality Improvement, Global Information Management Symposium (GIAMS).
Toh, G.G., and Mun, H.F. (2012). Do Share Repurchase Anomalies Exist in Malaysia Stock Market? Proceedings of European Asian Economics, Finance, Econometrics and Accounting Science Association Conference.
Toh, G.G., and Zamri, A. (2010). Do Malaysian Investors’ Judgement Exhibit Reference Dependence? Asian Academy of Management Journal of Accounting and Finance.
Toh, G.G., and Hooy, C.H. (2007). Herding Behaviour in Malaysia, Proceedings of Malaysian Finance Association Annual Conference.
Toh, G.G., and Zamri, A. (2005). Understanding Stock Price Movement – From Behavioural Perspective, Proceedings of Malaysian Finance Association Annual Conference.
Toh, G.G., and Tse, C.B. (1998). An Empirical Study of the Dominance of Portfolios Generated by Different Portfolio Selection Models. Discussion Papers in Management and Organisation Studies, No. 98/4 (Collection in the Main Library, University of Leicester, United Kingdom).
Workshops / Training Conducted (Facilitator/Instructor)
Instructor for Triz Level 1 Workshop for undergraduate students, organized by Tunku Abdul Rahman College in collaboration with the Malaysian TRIZ Innovation Association on 15-16 March 2014.
Instructor for Triz Level 1 Workshop for undergraduate students, organized by Tunku Abdul Rahman College in collaboration with the Malaysian TRIZ Innovation Association on 24-25 May 2014.
Instructor for Triz Level 1 Workshop for undergraduate students, organized by Tunku Abdul Rahman College in collaboration with the Malaysian TRIZ Innovation Association on 15-16 June 2013.
Instructor for Triz Level 1 Workshop for undergraduate students, organized by Tunku Abdul Rahman College in collaboration with the Malaysian TRIZ Innovation Association on 8-9 March 2013.
Instructor for Buzan Mind Mapping® Level 2 Workshop for international students, organised by Pusat Latihan Melodi Indah on 14 and 15 August 2012.
Instructor for Basic Buzan Mind Mapping® Workshop for international students, organised by Pusat Latihan Melodi Indah on 9 August 2012.
Instructor for “Maximize The Power of Your Brain - Buzan Mind Mapping® Workshop for Tertiary Level, organised by CPE, Tunku Abdul Rahman College at TARC, Penang Branch Campus on 16 June 2012.
Instructor for “Maximize The Power of Your Brain - Buzan Mind Mapping® Workshop for Tertiary Level, organised by CPE, Tunku Abdul Rahman College at TARC, Penang Branch Campus on 28 April 2012.
Instructor for Basic Buzan Mind Mapping® Workshop for Tertiary Level, organised by Buzan Malaysia at UCSI, Kuala Lumpur on 26 February 2012.
Instructor for Basic Buzan Mind Mapping® Workshop for Tertiary Level, organised by Buzan Malaysia at UCSI on 8-9 July 2011.
Instructor for Basic Buzan Mind Mapping® Workshop for international students, organised by Pusat Latihan Melodi Indah on 7 July 2011.
Instructor for Basic Buzan Mind Mapping® Workshop for secondary students, organised by Buzan Northern Region Centre at MARA Langkawi on 2-3 October 2010.
Instructor for Basic Buzan Mind Mapping® Workshop for secondary students, organised by Buzan Northern Region Centre at MARA Langkawi on 2-3 October 2010.
Instructor for Basic Buzan Mind Mapping® Workshop for students aged 10-16 organised by BuzanNorthern Region Centre at Wawasan Open University on 20 June 2010.
Instructor for Basic Buzan Mind Mapping® Workshop for students aged 10-16 organised by Buzan Northern Region Centre at Wawasan Open University on 11 April 2010.
Speaker for Buzan Mind Mapping® Seminar for Teaching and Learning for the teachers of St.George’s Girls School, Penang (Malaysia Cluster School of Excelleance) on 27 March 2010.
Instructor for Buzan Mind Mapping® Workshop for Tertiary Level organised by Buzan Northern Region Centre at Wawasan Open University on 7 March 2010.
Instructor for Basic Buzan Mind Mapping® Workshop for students aged 10-16 organised by Buzan Northern Region Centre at Wawasan Open University on 3 January 2010.
Instructor for Basic Buzan Mind Mapping® Workshop for students aged 10-16 organised by Buzan Northern Region Centre at Wawasan Open University on 6 December 2009.
Research Project
The Impact of Transformational Leadership on the Performance of Individual Employees and Organisation: A Multilevel Analysis (Funded by Research Grant from Yayasan Muhibbah Tan Sri Fng Ah Seng: RM100,000) – Principal Researcher (In Progress)
Leverage on Data Analytics to Resolve Talent Acquisition and Retention Challenges Faced by Small Medium Enterprises (SMEs) (Funded by Research Grant from Yayasan Muhibbah Tan Sri Fng Ah Seng: RM100,000) – Principal Researcher (In Progress)
An Intelligent Prediction Tool for Deferment and Withdrawal of Study at TAR UMT - Co-Researcher (In Progress)
Post-Pandemic Financial Risk Tolerance: A Case Study Among Urban Older Malaysians (Funded by Geran Penyelidikan Program Pembanguanan Dasar MASA (MPDP) 2.0) : RM20,000) – Co Investigator (In Progress)
Credit Score Prediction Using Machine Learning (Funded by Industrial Grant from AbleTech Solutions Sdn Bhd: RM104,940 inclusive of SST 6%) – Project Lead (In progress)
Postgraduate Supervision (by Research)
Doctor of Philosophy (Economics): Tan Enk Purn - Economics of Ageing in Malaysia: A Study of Older Adults Perception Towards Retirement Village (Passed Proposal Defence; In Progress – Co-Supervisor)
Doctor of Philosophy (Economics): Yap Fei Fuong – Factors Determining Married Women to Join Labour Force (Passed Proposal Defence – Co-Supervisor)
Master of Science in Economics: Yong Jun Yin – The Expected Retirement Lifestyle in Malaysia (In Progress – Co-Supervisor)
Doctor of Philosophy (Business): Cheong Sze Keat – Exploring the Key Factors Contribute to the Businesses Sustainability of Family-Owned Small and Entreprises (SMEs) in Asia (In progress – Main Supervisor)
Doctor of Philosophy (Economics): Chia Yoon Seng - The Effectiveness of QE in Solving Economic Problems (in progress - Main Supervisor)
Dr. Lim Khai Yin
Deputy Head, Penang Branch
Academic Qualification :
Doctor of Philosophy, Universiti Sains Malaysia (USM), 2017
Master of Computer Science, Universiti Malaysia Terengganu (UMT), 2009
Bachelor of Information Technology, Universiti Malaysia Terengganu (UMT), 2006
Email : limky@tarc.edu.my
Research Area : Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, Image Processing, Forecasting
Biography
Lim Khai Yin received her Master of Science (Artificial Intelligence) and PhD (Visual Analytics) in 2009 and 2017, respectively. Currently, she is a senior lecturer in TAR UMT. Her research interests include computer vision, medical image processing, machine learning, and data analytics. She has also published papers both in journals and conference proceedings relating to artificial intelligence (AI) and computer vision, specifically in fuzzy theory, neural networks, and medical imaging during her postgraduate study. She has experience in guiding final year projects (FYP) as well as post-graduate students in the topics that involve AI and computer vision. Besides that, she has been involving in some industry projects, mainly in the topics of classifying painting styles and engagement prediction in social media.
Journal
Tan, W. S., Chin, W. Y., & Lim, K. Y. (2022). Content-Based Image Retrieval for Painting Style with Convolutional Neural Network. The Journal of The Institution of Engineers, Malaysia, 82(3).
Kong, Y. H., Lim, K. Y. and Chin, W. Y. (2022). Forecasting Facebook User Engagement using Hybrid Prophet LSTM and iForest. The Journal of The Institution of Engineers, Malaysia, 82(3).
Lim, K.Y., and Mandava, R. (2018). A multi-phase semi-automatic approach for multisequence brain tumor image segmentation, Expert Systems with Applications, 2018, 112, pp. 288-300
Lim, K.Y., and Mandava, R. (2017). Segmenting object with ambiguous boundary using information theoretic rough sets. AEU - International Journal of Electronics and Communications, 77, 50-56. Doi: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.aeue.2017.04.027
Lim, K.Y., and Mandava, R. (2014). Random walker with improved weighting function for interactive medical image segmentation. Bio-Medical Materials and Engineering, 24(6), 3333-3341. doi: 10.3233/BME-141156
Conference Proceedings
Yu, Y.P, Lim, K.Y. and Lim,T.M. (2020) "A Comparative Study on the Time Series Models for Forecasting Facebook Reactions," International Conference on Digital Transformation and Applications (ICDXA) 2020, 112-118, doi: https://doi.org/10.56453/icdxa.2020.1012.
Mak, M.Y, Choo, Y.B, Wong, X.J, Loo, Y.Y. and Lim, K.Y. (2020) "Auto-Assigned Colours on Facebook: Does Facebook Text Delight Colours Reflect the User’S Emotions Correctly?," International Conference on Digital Transformation and Applications (ICDXA) 2020, pp. 202-207, doi: https://doi.org/10.56453/icdxa.2020.1026.
Alison, L.S.L. and Lim, K.Y. (2020) "Gesture Recognition-Malaysian Sign Language Recognition with Convolutional Neural Network," International Conference on Digital Transformation and Applications (ICDXA) 2020, pp. 100-105, doi: https://doi.org/10.56453/icdxa.2020.1010.
Lim, K.Y., Muhammad Suzuri Hitam, Md Yazid bin Mohd Saman, Noor Maizura Mohamad Noor, Modeling the Aesthetic Value of Web Page Using Fuzzy Logic. The 4th Malaysian Software Engineering Conference (MySEC’08), 16-17 December, 2008. Kuala Terengganu, Malaysia.
Lim, K.Y., Muhammad Suzuri Hitam, Md Yazid bin Mohd Saman, Noor Maizura Mohamad Noor (2008, 16 - 17 June). Modeling the Aesthetic Value of Web Page Using Fuzzy Logic.. Paper presented at the IEEE International Workshop on Digital infoTainment and Visualization (IWDTV 2008), Kuala Terengganu, Terengganu, Malaysia.
Book
Kong, Y. H., Lim, K. Y. and Chin, W. Y. (2021) ‘Time Series Forecasting Using a Hybrid Prophet and Long Short-Term Memory Model BT - Soft Computing in Data Science’, in Mohamed, A. et al. (eds). Singapore: Springer Singapore, pp. 183–196.
Consultancy in Industry
E-Commerce Merchant Profiling
Roles : Co- researcher
2019-2021
Company: CMG Holdings Sdn Bhd
Predictive Modeling Using Machine Learning Algorithm on Social Media Platform
Roles : Principal Researcher
2020-2022
Company: Webqlo Sdn Bhd
iBeli e-Commerce Platform enhancement with AI driven recommender
Roles : Co- researcher
2022-2023
Company: Work At Cloud Sdn Bhd
POC Works on using AI and BDA to Predict and Forecast for Supply Chain Domain
Roles : Project- lead
2022-2025
Company: B2BE GSS Sdn Bhd
Speech/Voice based AI Chatbot
Roles : Project- lead
2022-2027
Company: QNE Software Sdn Bhd
Reviewer
The 13th International Conference on Information Technology in Asia 2023 (CITA '23)
Computer Methods in Biomechanics and Biomedical Engineering: Imaging & Visualization, Review Ref: TCIV-2022-0079
Computer Methods in Biomechanics and Biomedical Engineering: Imaging & Visualization, Review Ref: TCIV-2022-0201
Computer Methods in Biomechanics and Biomedical Engineering: Imaging & Visualization, Review Ref: TCIV-2019-0033
Biocybernetics and Biomedical Engineering, Review Ref: BBE_2019_272
Computer Methods in Biomechanics and Biomedical Engineering: Imaging & Visualization, Review Ref: TCIV-2019-0033
Soft Computing and Automation Journal, Review Ref: IASC 8056
Mr. Lim Thean Pheng
Deputy Head, Penang Branch
Academic Qualification :
DBA Candidate, HELP University
MSc Information Technology Technopreneurship, USM
BMgt (Honours) (Operations Management), USM
SKM (Level 2 & 3) & Vocational Training Operations, JPK
HRD Corp Accredited Trainer
Email : limtp@tarc.edu.my
Research Area : Technology Acceptance, Technostress, Learning Engagement
Biography
Lim Thean Pheng is a lecturer and Deputy Head at Tunku Abdul Rahman University of Management and Technology, Penang Branch. He holds a bachelor’s degree in management and a master's degree in information technology (technopreneurship) from Universiti Sains Malaysia. He is also a member of the Malaysian Institute of Management and the affiliate member of the Chartered Management Institute, UK.
Lim has more than 15 years of working experience in the business and education industry. Beginning his career as a Business and Financial Consultant, Lim was involved in various consultancy projects with multinational enterprises such as Chee Wah Corporation Berhad and International Business Machines Corporation (IBM). In academics, he has vast experience in supervising dissertations for bachelor’s degree students, industry consultancy projects and lecturing in courses related to Operations Management, Entrepreneurship and Information Technology.
Journal
Keni, K., Wilson, N., Loon, C. W., Chin, B. M., & Lim, T. P. (2023). Factors influencing online transport drivers' job satisfaction in Indonesia. International Journal of Services, Economics and Management, 14(2), 133-154.
Ming, T. C., Pyng, C. C. S., Lim, T. P., & Chin, B. M. (2022). Stock market and happiness: some cross-country evidence of spillover effect and good government. International Journal of Happiness and Development, 7(3), 222-242.
Lim, T. P., Husain, W., & Zakaria, N. (2013). Recommender system for personalised wellness therapy. International Journal of Advanced Computer Science and Applications, 4(9).
Conference Proceedings
Lim, T. P., & Husain, W. (2010, December). Integrating knowledge-based system in wellness community portal. In 2010 International Conference on Science and Social Research (CSSR 2010) (pp. 350-355). IEEE.
Husain, W., & Lim, T. P. (2010, November). The development of personalized wellness therapy recommender system using hybrid case-based reasoning. In 2010 2nd International Conference on Computer Technology and Development (pp. 85-89). IEEE.
Lim, T. P., & Husain, W. (2010, June). I-wellness: A hybrid case-based framework for personalized wellness therapy. In 2010 International Symposium on Information Technology (Vol. 3, pp. 1193-1198). IEEE.
Reviewer
Reviewer - International Conference on Science and Social Research (2010)
Reviewer - International Conference on Business, Engineering and Industrial Applications (2011)
Reviewer - IEEE Colloquium on Humanities, Science & Engineering Research (2011)
Reviewer - 2nd International Symposium on Social Sciences, Arts and Humanities (2018)
Reviewer - IEEE Business, Engineering & Industrial Applications Colloquium (2012)
Reviewer - International Conference on Innovation and Intelligence for Informatics, Computing and Technologies (3ICT) (2020)
Reviewer - Third International Sustainability and Resilience Conference: Climate Change (2021)
Reviewer - 2nd International Symposium on Social Sciences, Arts and Humanities (2018)
Reviewer - International Journal of Computing and Digital Systems
International Conference on Sustaining Heritage: Innovative and Digital Approaches (ICSH) (2023)
Consultancy
Consultancy projects with Asadi 2008 - 2009
Consultancy projects with Chee Wah Corporation Berhad 2009 - 2010
Consultancy projects with International Business Machine (IBM) 2009 - 2010
Pegawai Pengesah Luaran (PPL), Jabatan Pembangunan Kemahiran 2020 - 2022
Dr. Chee Wei Loon
Senior Lecturer
Academic Qualification :
DBA (USM)
MecMgt (USM);
BMgt (Hons) (USM)
Email : cheewl@tarc.edu.my
Research Area : Entrepreneurship education, green and sustainable entrepreneurship
Biography
Dr. Chee Wei Loon has been a lecturer at Tunku Abdul Rahman University of Management and Technology since 2010. His research specialization areas are entrepreneurship education and green entrepreneurship. Prior to joining Tunku Abdul Rahman University of Management and Technology, he held several executive positions in the service sector such as Dell Global Business Center Sdn. Bhd. and Citigroup Transaction Services Sdn. Bhd.
Journal
Keni Keni & Nicholas Wilson & Chee Wei Loon & Boo Mei Chin & Lim Thean Pheng, 2023. "Factors influencing online transport drivers' job satisfaction in Indonesia," International Journal of Services, Economics and Management, Inderscience Enterprises Ltd, vol. 14(2), pages 133-154.
Wei Loon, Chee & Nordin, N. (2019). Green Entrepreneurial Intention of MBA Students: A Malaysian Study. International Journal of Industrial Management, 5, 38–55.
Conference Proceedings
Wei Loon, Chee and Norfarah, Nordin, “Investigating the Determinants of Green Entrepreneurial Intention: A Conceptual Model”, Proceedings of the 7th International Conference on Entrepreneurship and Business Management (ICEBM Untar 2018), pages 87-92, 7th International Conference on Entrepreneurship and Business Management (ICEBM Untar 2018), Bali, 8-9 November 2018.
Wei Loon, Chee and Jacqueline Liza Fernandez, "Factors that Influence the Choice of Mode of Transport in Penang: A Preliminary Analysis", Procedia - Social and Behavioral Sciences, Vol. 91, pages 120–127, PSU-USM International Conference on Humanities and Social Sciences, Penang, 10 October 2013.
Dr. Christine Chong Siew Pyng
Senior Lecturer
Academic Qualification :
DipBS (TARC)
BMgt (Hons)
MEcMgt
PhD (USM)
Email : chongsp@tarc.edu.my
Research Area : Economics, corruption
Biography
Dr. Christine Chong Siew Pyng is a senior lecturer in Tunku Abdul Rahman University of Management and Technology, Penang. Her areas of research interest include public finance, public sector economics, crime and corruption. She currently co-supervise a PHD candidate at Wawasan Open University and a Master student. Prior to this, she has worked in domestic and international companies specialising in logistics and forwarding.
Journal
Ming, Tee Chwee., Pyng, Christine Chong Siew, Pheng, Lim Thean and Chin, Boo Mei, 2022. Stock market and happiness: some cross-country evidence of spillover effect and good government. International Journal of Happiness and Development, 7(3), pp.222-242.
Siew Pyng Christine Chong, Chwee Ming, Tee and Seow Voon, Cheng (2020) “Political institutions and the control of corruption: a cross-country evidence.” Journal of Financial Crime, Emerald Publishing Limited, 28(1), pp.26-48.
Christine Siew-Pyng Chong and Suresh Narayanan (2017) “The Size and Costs of Bribes in Malaysia: An Analysis Based on Convicted Bribe Givers.” Asian Economic Papers, MIT Press, vol. 16(1), pages 66-84.
Hooi Hooi Lean and Christine Siew Pyng Chong (2012) “Calendar Anomalies and Risk in the Wine Exchange Market.” Asian Academy of Management Journal of Accounting and Finance (AAMJAF), Penerbit Universiti Sains Malaysia, vol. 8(1), pages 25-39.
Reviewer
Journal of Multinational Financial Management
Dr. Beh Chong You
Programme Leader/Senior Lecturer
Academic Qualification :
Doctor of Philosophy in Biomedical Engineering (UNIMAP)
Bachelor’s Degree of Biomedical Electronic Engineering with Honours (UNIMAP)
Email : behcy@tarc.edu.my
Research Area : Biomedical Instrumentation; Advanced Biomaterials; Computational Electromagnetics; Wave Scattering and Propagation.
Biography
Dr. Beh Chong You is a Programme Leader and Senior Lecturer at Tunku Abdul Rahman University of Management and Technology, where he has been instrumental in delivering a wide range of electronic engineering courses at both Diploma and Degree levels. His expertise lies in the dynamic field of Biomedical Electronic Engineering, and he is recognized as a young and accomplished researcher in this domain. With an impressive track record, Dr. Beh Chong You has authored eight ISI-Indexed articles, where he served as the first author. Notably, seven of these articles were published in Tier/Quartile 1 journals, while the remaining one was published in a Tier/Quartile 4 journal. His work has garnered significant recognition and accolades, demonstrating his dedication and prowess in Biomedical Electronic Engineering. His research contributions have been particularly impactful in the areas of Biomedical Electromagnetics and Advanced Biomaterials. Driven by a thirst for knowledge and innovation, he continuously seeks opportunities to expand his expertise and contribute further to the field. Dr. Beh Chong You's commitment to excellence is reflected in his extensive publication record, which comprises 15 research publications with a cumulative Impact Factor of 49.16. This remarkable achievement speaks volumes about his dedication to advancing the boundaries of knowledge in Biomedical Electronic Engineering. Looking ahead, Dr. Beh Chong You eagerly anticipates the potential for his research to generate positive societal impacts. He is enthusiastic about collaborating with fellow researchers and exploring novel ideas that can pave the way for groundbreaking advancements in the field. Overall, Dr. Beh Chong You's professional biography underscores his passion for Biomedical Electronic Engineering, his accomplishments as a researcher, and his relentless pursuit of knowledge and innovation.
Journal
Beh, C. Y., Cheng, E. M., Nasir, N. F. M., Majid, M. A., Roslan, M. M., You, K. Y., Khor, S. F. & Ridzuan, M. J. M. (2020). Fabrication and characterization of three-dimensional porous cornstarch/n-HAp biocomposite scaffold. Bulletin of Materials Science, 43(1), 1-9. doi:10.1007/s12034-020-02217-0 [Q4, IF: 1.783]
Beh, C. Y., Cheng, E. M., Nasir, N. M., Tarmizi, E. Z. M., Eng, S. K., Majid, M. A., Ridzuan, M.J.M., Khor, S.F. & Saad, F. A. (2020). Morphological and optical properties of porous hydroxyapatite/cornstarch (HAp/Cs) composites. Journal of Materials Research and Technology, 9(6), 14267-14282. doi:10.1016/j.jmrt.2020.10.012 [Q1, IF: 5.039]
Beh, C. Y., Cheng, E. M., Nasir, N. M., Eng, S. K., Majid, M. A., Ridzuan, M. J. M., Khor, S.F. & Khalid, N. S. (2021). Dielectric and material analysis on physicochemical activity of porous hydroxyapatite/cornstarch composites. International journal of biological macromolecules, 166, 1543-1553. doi:10.1016/j.ijbiomac.2020.11.034 [Q1, IF: 8.025]
Beh, C. Y., Cheng, E. M., Nasir, N. M., Khor, S. F., Eng, S. K., Majid, M. A., Ridzuan, M.J.M. & Lee, K. Y. (2021). Low frequency dielectric and optical behavior on physicochemical properties of hydroxyapatite/cornstarch composite. Journal of Colloid and Interface Science, 600, 187-198. doi:10.1016/j.jcis.2021.03.158 [Q1, IF: 9.965]
Beh, C. Y., Cheng, E. M., Nasir, N. M., Tarmizi, E. Z. M., Khor, S.F., Eng, S. K., Majid, M. A., & Ridzuan, M. J. M. (2022). Dielectric and biodegradation properties of nano-hydroxyapatite reinforced with starch. Journal of Materials Research and Technology, 18, 3215-3226. doi:10.1016/j.jmrt.2022.04. 014 [Q1, IF: 6.4]
Beh, C. Y., Cheng, E. M., Nasir, N. M., Majid, M. J. M., Khor, S.F., M. A., Ridzuan, Tarmizi, E. Z. M., & Lee, K. Y. (2022). Regression analysis of the dielectric and physicochemical properties for porous nanohydroxyapatite/starch composites: A correlative study. International Journal of Molecular Sciences, 23(10), 5695. doi:10.3390/ijms23105695 [Q1, IF: 5.6]
Beh, C. Y., Cheng, E. M., Nasir, N. M., Majid, M. A., Khor, S.F., Ridzuan, M. J. M., Tarmizi, E. Z. M., & Lee, K. Y. (2022). Dielectric properties of hydrothermally modified potato, corn, and rice starch. Agriculture, 12(6), 783. doi:10.3390/agriculture12060783 [Q1, IF: 3.6]
Beh, C. Y., Cheng, E. M., Tan, X. J., Nashrul Fazli, M. N., Mohd Shukry, A. M., Mohd Ridzuan, M. J., Khor, S. F., Lee, K. Y., Che Wan Sharifah Robiah, M. (2023) Complex impedance and modulus analysis on porous and non-porous scaffold composites due to effect of hydroxyapatite/starch proportion. (2023) Polymers 15(2) 320. doi:0.3390/polym15020320 [Q1, IF: 5.0]
Mohd Roslan, M.R., Mohd Kamal, N.L., Abdul Khalid, M.F., Mohd Nasir, N.F., Cheng, E.M., Beh, C.Y., Tan, J.S. and Mohamed, M.S., 2021. The state of starch/hydroxyapatite composite scaffold in bone tissue engineering with consideration for dielectric measurement as an alternative characterization technique. Materials, 14(8), p.1960. doi:10.3390/ma14081960 [Q1, IF: 3.748]
Conference Proceedings
Beh, C. Y., et al. (2020). The Effect of the Amylose/Amylopectin Contents of Starch on Porosity and Dielectric Properties of the Porous Hydroxyapatite/Starch Composites. IOP Conference Series: Materials Science and Engineering, 864(1), 012198.
Beh, C. Y., et al. (2020). Microwave Dielectric Analysis on Porous Hydroxyapatite/Starch Composites with Various Ratio of Hydroxyapatite to Starch. IOP Conference Series: Materials Science and Engineering, 864(1), 012175.
Awards
The Highest Cumulative Impact Factor Journals Award Issued by Universiti Malaysia Perlis (UniMAP)
The Highest Number of Quartile 1 (Q1) Journals Award Issued by Universiti Malaysia Perlis (UniMAP)
The Highest Number Of ISI-Indexed Journals Award Issued by Universiti Malaysia Perlis (UniMAP)
Reviewer
The 6th Annual International Conference and Webinar organised by the Optical Society of Malaysia (OSM)
Dr. Woo Suk Wah
Senior Lecturer
Academic Qualification :
Phd (Project Management) (USM)
MSc (Project Management) (USM)
BSc Construction Management (Hons) (UTAR)
DipTech (Building) (TARC)
Email : woosw@tarc.edu.my
Research Area : Project Management; Waterfront Development; Sustainable Development and Planning; Sociology in Construction
Biography
Woo Suk Wah has been a lecturer at Tunku Abdul Rahman University of Management and Technology since 2017. Her research specialization areas are waterfront development, project management and issues in construction related to sustainability and sociology. Prior to joining Tunku Abdul Rahman University of Management and Technology, she was a quantity surveyor and course coordinator for open and distance learning programmes.
Journal
S.W. Woo, A. Omran, C.L. Lee and M.H Hanafi (2017). The impacts of the waterfront development in Iskandar Malaysia, Environment, Development and Sustainability. 19, (1293-1306)
Conference Proceedings
S.W. Woo and A. Omran (2014). Factors Contributing to the Implementation of Waterfront Projects in West Malaysia and Its Impacts. Paper presented at International Conference on Innovative Technologies (IN-TECH), Leiria, 10th – 13th September 2014.
Reviewer
1. Environment, Development and Sustainability
2. Symposium on Technologies for Sustainable Urban Development (TechSUD 2023)
Dr. Kamalesh Ravesangar
Senior Lecturer
Academic Qualification :
Phd in Organizational Behavior (USM)
Masters’ Degree in Human Resource Management(LKW)
Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resource Development (UTM)
Email : kamalesh@tarc.edu.my
Research Area : Human Resource Management, Human Resource Development, Organizational Behavior
Biography
Dr. Kamalesh Ravesangar is an academician with over ten years of experience in teaching Certificate, Diploma, Degree, and supervision for MBA(coursework mode) students from various social and cultural backgrounds at private colleges and universities. Currently, she works as Senior Lecturer at Tunku Abdul Rahman University of Management & Technology in Malaysia. Moreover, she has a total of three years of experience in industries related to educational, manufacturing, recruitment, and engineering. She is also a Professional Member of Malaysian Institute of Human Resource Management (MIHRM). A subject matter expert in human resource management, human resource development, management and organizational behavior studies. She has published articles and reviewed articles in online journal publications. She holds a Phd (doctorate) and a Master’s degree in Organizational Behavior and Human Resource Management. She is also peer-reviewer for a few journals in the field of Business, Management, HRM. Besides, she has been awarded " Certificate of Recognition & Excellence in Reviewing by Asian Journal of Economics, Business & Accounting and Journal of Global Economics, Management and Business Research & Institute of Industry and Academic Research Incorporated (IIARI).
Journal
Ravesangar, K, Muthuveloo, R & Teoh Ai Ping (2018). The Psychological Ownership Act as Mediating Role On The Relationship Between Employee Motivation Factors and Work Performance : A Perspective of Banking Sectors In Malaysia. E-Academia Journal, 7(2), 31-44
Ravesanger, K, Muthuveloo, R (2019). The Influence Of Intrinsic And Extrinsic Motivating Factors On Work Performance At Banking Sectors In Malaysia: The Mediator Role Of Psychological Ownership. e- JURNAL PENYELIDIKAN DAN INOVASI, 6(2), 51-70
Ravesangar, K, Muthuveloo, R (2019). A Conceptual Framework for the Mediating Effects of Psychological Ownership on Intrinsic Motivation Factors and Employees’ Work Performance : A Research on Banking Sectors in Malaysia. International Academic Research Journal of Business and Technology, 5(1), 1-12
Fauzi,M.A, Martin, T, Ravesangar, K (2021). The influence of transformational leadership on Malaysian students’ entrepreneurial behaviour. Entrepreneurial Business and Economics Review, 9(1), 90-103
Singh, R, Sharda, P, Dsilva, J, Ravesangar, K, Pachar, S (2021). Role of Information Technology : A Step towards Prevention of Food Wastage. Empirical Economics Letter, 20(Special Issue 1) , 88-96
Singh, R, K. Bhavya. J, Singh, S, Ravesangar, K & Saini, J.K (2021). Adoption of Artificial Intelligence: Role of HR Dimensions Review in Emerging Economies. Empirical Economics Letter, 20(Special Issue 1) , 34-42
Ravesangar, K, & Fauzi, M.A (2022). The Influence of Extrinsic Motivating Factors on Employees’ Work Performance at Banking Sectors in Malaysia: The Mediating Effect of Psychological Ownership. International Journal of Business and Society, 23(2), 1147-1168.
Zarina Md Nor, Rafisah Mat RadzI, Zainil Hanim Saidin, Halawati Abdul Jalil Safuan, Kamalesh Ravesangar (2022). Poverty Alleviation Programs for Selected Single Parent Households: A Case Study in Baling, Kedah. Albukhary Social Business Journal, 3(2), 11-16
Ravesangar, D. K., Halid, H., & Singh, R. (2023). Social entrepreneurship for young people with disabilities: A conceptual analysis. Issues and Perspectives in Business and Social Sciences, 3(1), 1–13.
Book
Associate Professor Dr Puteri Fadzline, Dr. Muhammad Ashraf Fauzi , Dr Zetty Ain Kamaruzzaman, Dr Kamalesh Ravesangar, Dr Suhaidah Hussain, Dr. Norizzati Azudin , Dr Lee Chia Kuang, Dr Lee Khai Loon, Dr Syazwani Mohd Zaki, Dr Suffian Hadi Ayub, Dr. Rahimi A. Rahman, Dr. Nurhaizan Mohd Zainudin, Associate Professor Dr. Cheng Jack Kie, Dr Senthil Kumar, Dr Hadijah Ahmad , Dr Norhakimah Khaiessa binti Ahmad , Dr Emee Marina Salleh, Dr Diyana Kamarudin & Dr Ahmad Syahid A. Fawzal (2021). The Amazing PHD Journey (Book Chapter) under University Malaysia Pahang Press.
Hafinas Halid, Siti Noorjannah Abd. Halim, Kamalesh Ravesangar (2022). Technological Challenges Book Chapter : Human Resource Management Practices in the Digital Era. Springer Publication
Kamalesh Ravesangar, Rubee Singh & Hafinas Halid (2023). Management 4.0 Empowering Managers Through Emerging Technologies. Blue Rose Publisher
Reviewer
Journal of Human Resource Management (JHRM).
International Journal of Research and Innovation in Applied Science (IJRIAS)
International Journal of Research and Innovation in Social Science
Institute of Industry and Academic Research Incorporated - Received Recognition Certificate
Asian Journal of Economics , Business & Accounting - Received Certificate of Excellence in Reviewing
Albukhary Social Business Journals (ASBJ)
International Journal of Business and Society (IJBS)
Journal of Global Research in Education and Social Sciences - Received Certificate of Excellence in Peer-Reviewing
Asian Journal of Advances in Research
Scientific Innovation Society (RSIS)
Journal of Education, Society and Behavioural Science
South Asian Journal of Social Studies and Economics
Asian Journal of Economics, Finance and Management
Journal of Global Economics, Management and Business Research - Received Recognition Certificate
Research and Scientific Innovation Society (RSIS)
Internal Grant
Principal Researcher (Dr. Kamalesh Ravesangar) & Co- Researcher (Dr. Hafinas Halid). Conducted and completed research under Albukhary International University (AIU). Grant on Inclusion of Young Adults with Disabilities : Tackling unemployment among young adults with disabilities through social entrepreneurs. (2020 - 2022)
Dr. Tan Choo Jun
Senior Lecturer
Academic Qualification :
PhD. (USM) (Evolutionary Computing)
MBOT Certified Professional Technologists
Email : tancj@tarc.edu.my
Research Area :
Evolutionary Computation
Scopus: https://www.scopus.com/authid/detail.uri?authorId=55655843600
Web of Science: https://www.webofscience.com/wos/author/rid/O-6251-2014
Google Scholar: http://scholar.google.com.my/citations?user=bSb37M8AAAAJ&hl=en
Biography
Choo Jun received his PhD degree from School of Computer Sciences, Universiti Sains Malaysia (USM) in 2014. He has more than 10 years of experience in software design and development, as well as research and development in artificial intelligence. He also has a wealth of experience in teaching and learning, conducting lectures both online and onsite for tertiary students, and also serving as a learning advisor for undergraduate and postgraduate students. Currently, he is an academic at Tunku Abdul Rahman University of Management and Technology (TAR UMT). His research specialization encompasses the design and development of computational intelligence models, especially evolutionary algorithms and their algorithms to real world problems.
Journals
Koay, F. T., Tan, C. J., Teh, S. Y., Teoh, P. C., & Low, H. C. (2023). Supporting Decision Making with an ARIZ-Based Model for Smart Manufacturing, Malaysian Journal of Computer Science, 36(1), 53–78. https://doi.org/10.22452/mjcs.vol36no1.4
Tan, C. J., Lim, T.Y., Liew, T. K., Lim, C. P. (2022). An Intelligent Tool for Early Drop-Out Prediction of Distance Learning students, Soft Computing, 26, 5901–5917. https://doi.org/10.1007/s00500-021-06604-5
Lim, T.Y., Tan, C. J., Wong, W. P., Lim, C. P. (2022). An information entropy-based evolutionary computation for multi-factorial optimization, Applied Soft Computing, 114, 108071. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.asoc.2021.108071
Conference Proceedings
Wong, E. W. M., Tan, C. J., Leong, J. H., Mohd-Shafri, S. A., Ishak, D., Ong, H. L., Tiang, T. L., Ahmad, M. S. (2021). Optimization Design of the Electromagnetic Torque for Surface-Mounted PMSM using Genetic Algorithm and Finite Element Analysis for Electric Vehicle, The IEEE 24th International Conference on Electric Machines and Systems (ICEMS), Gyeongju Republic of Korea. https://doi.org/10.23919/ICEMS52562.2021.9634559
Mohd-Shafri, S. A., Tiang, T. L., Tan, C. J., Ishak, D., Ahmad, M. S., Leong, J. H., Ong, H. L. (2021). Optimal Design of SMPMSM Using SD-model based on Genetic Algorithm, The IEEE International Magnetic Conference (INTERMAG), Lyon France. https://doi.org/10.1109/INTERMAG42984.2021.9579622
Book
Seera, M., Tan, C.J., Randhawa, K.K., Chong, K.K. (2022). Commercial Photovoltaic Performance Optimization Using Genetic Algorithms, In: Ong, H.L., Doong, Ra., Naguib, R., Lim, C.P., Nagar, A.K. (Eds), Artificial Intelligence and Environmental Sustainability - Algorithms for Intelligent Systems, 117-130. Springer Singapore, https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-19-1434-8_6
Lim, T. Y., Tan C. J. (2019). Chapter 10: Genetic Algorithm: From Promiscuity to Monogamy. In Song, T., Zheng, P., Wong, M. L., Wang, X. (Eds.), Bio-Inspired Computing Models and Algorithms, 257-278, World Scientific. https://doi.org/10.1142/9789813143180_0010
Consultancy in Industry
2020 - present: Honorary Company Advisor (Research and Development), Neuon AI Sdn Bhd ( https://neuon.ai/ ).
2023: Invited Speaker of the Malaysia National Training Week with Collaborative Research in Engineering, Science and Technology Centre (CREST) and Human Resource Development Corporation (HRD Corp) Malaysia.
2019 - 2022: Invited Scientist of the Innovation Centre for Clean Water and Sustainable Energy (WISE) Taiwan-Malaysia project with National Tsing Hua University (NTHU) Taiwan and Malaysian Alliances, i.e. Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (UTM), USM and Universiti Perlis Malaysia (UniMAP).
Recent Awards
Gold Medal in Ekspo Rekacipta, 2023. Issued by Kementerian Pendidikan Tinggi Malaysia and UniMAP.
Three copyrights on industry-based manufacturing and electrical motor design, 2020 and 2023. Issued by Intellectual Property Corporation of Malaysia (MyIPO) - Hak Cipta Malaysia.
Best Paper Award in ICEMS, 2021. Issued by 24th International Conference on Electrical Machines and Systems (ICEMS), South Korea.
International Conferences
Technical Committee Member, International Conference on Pattern Recognition and Machine Learning (PRML), 2020, 2021, 2022 and 2023.
Reviewer, International Conference on Neural Information Processing (ICONIP), 2018, 2020, 2021, and 2022.
Dr Teh Kate Yng
Senior Lecturer
Academic Qualification :
PhD (USM)
Master of Communication (USM)
BFoodSc (Hons) (KUSTEM)
Email : tehky@tarc.edu.my
Research Area : Environmental risk communication, Communicating sustainability, Corporate social responsibilities
Biography
Dr Teh Kate Yng is currently a Senior Lecturer in the Department of Communication at Faculty of Communication and Creative Industries, TAR UMT Penang Branch. Holds a PhD in environmental communication, her research interests include environmental risk communication, environmental journalism studies, communicating sustainability, and corporate social responsibilities. Prior to her academic career, she has wide experiences and strong background in manufacturing and consultancy industries. She has successfully provided training and guidance to ensure her clients acquire necessary practical skills to develop and maintain management systems in their businesses. Additionally, completion of IRCA certified ISO 22000:2018 and ISO 9001:2015 Lead Auditor Training Courses has enabled her abilities towards auditing practices.
Journal
Teh, K.Y., & Nik Norma, N.H. (2022). Human-wildlife conflicts and the impact on local communities' support for Khao Yai National Park, Thailand. The International Journal of Protected Areas and Conservation (PARKS), Vol 28.1, pp 61 - 70.
Teh, K.Y., & Kaoteera, R. (2021). Do community cultures and traditions influence on nature conservation perspectives? A case of Khao Yai National Park in Thailand. Journal of Sustainability Science and Management, Universiti Malaysia Terengganu, Vol 16, No 6, pp 228 - 242.
Teh, K.Y. (2020). The impact of indigenous cultural and traditional practices on nature conservation perspectives: A study of the Batek Negrito in Malaysia. GADING Journal for Social Sciences, Universiti Teknologi MARA Cawangan Pahang, Vol 23, No 1, pp 38 - 45.
Teh, K.Y., & Nik Norma, N.H. (2015). Local communities’ perspectives towards nature conservation: A study of Taman Negara Pahang, Kuala Tahan Malaysia. Health and Environment Journal, Vol 6, No 1, pp 1-10.
Conference Proceedings
Teh, K.Y., & Nik Norma, N.H. (2015). “This Forest Is Our Supermarket” Communicating Sustainability through the Lens of Batek Negrito of Kuala Tahan. Proceedings of Second International Conference on Media, Communication and Culture 2015, Penang, 30 November - 2 December 2015.
Teh, K.Y. (2012). The Concept Paper of Ecotourism and its Influences on Local Communities’ Attitudes Towards Nature Conservation: A Comparative Study of National Parks in Malaysia and Thailand. Proceedings of AKEPT 2nd Global Annual Young Researchers Conference and Exhibition 2012 “Inspiring Young Researchers towards Innovative and Sustainable Future”, Melaka 29 - 31 October 2012.
Mr. Lee Lai Seng
Senior Lecturer
Academic Qualification :
MSc. Mechanical Engineering (USM)
Bachelor (Hons) Mechanical Engineering (UTM)
Email : leels@tarc.edu.my
Research Area : Roll-To-Plate Nanoimprint Lithography, Design and fabrication of seamless PDMS mold
Biography
Lee Lai Seng has been a lecturer at Tunku Abdul Rahman University of Management and Technology since 2002. His research specialization areas are Roll-To-Plate Nanoimprint Lithography and design and fabrication of seamless PDMS mold. Prior to joining Tunku Abdul Rahman University of Management and Technology, he held several engineering positions in semiconductor companies such as Hitachi Semiconductor Malaysia (Kedah), Hitachi Semiconductor Malaysia (Penang), Agilent Technologies Malaysia and OSRAM Opto Semiconductor.
Conference Proceedings
L.S. Lee, K. Mohamed and S.G. Ooi, " The development of 8 inch roll-to-plate nanoimprint lithography (8-R2P-NIL) system," AIP Conference Proceedings, 1865, pp. 020005-1 -020005-5, 2017.
K.K. Beh, F. Samsuri, L.S. Lee, S.G. Ooi, W.J. Ong and K. Mohamed, " The fabrication of microelectrode array biochip on PET using plate-to-plate NIL," AIP Conference Proceedings, 1865, pp. 070001-1 -070001-7, 2017.
Mrs. Cheng Seow Voon
Lecturer
Academic Qualification :
BAcct (Hons) (UKM)
ACMA
CGMA
C.A (M)
MSc (LSE)
Email : chengsv@tarc.edu.my
Research Area : Corporate governance, Integrated reporting, Earnings
Biography
Cheng Seow Voon is an accomplished academic and professional with a strong background in accounting. She holds a Master of Science degree in Accounting, Organization, and Institution (AOI) from the prestigious London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE), which she completed in the year 2014. Ms. Cheng is also a Chartered Accountant from the Malaysian Institute of Accountants (MIA) and a Chartered Global Management Accountant (CGMA) from the Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA).
Currently, Ms Cheng serves as a Lecturer at TAR UMT Penang Branch Campus, where she has been actively involved in shaping the academic landscape and contributing to the growth of students for the past eight years. She was also an Associate Dean of TAR UMT prior year 2022. She played a pivotal role in the academic administration and strategic development of the university college. Her responsibilities included overseeing various academic programs, collaborating with faculty members, and contributing to the overall growth and success of the institution.
Ms Cheng's dedication to advancing knowledge in the field of business and accounting led her to be one of the founding members of the Business Research Centre at TARUC, Penang. As a researcher, she has focused on areas such as Integrated Reporting, Corporate Social Responsibility, and Corporate Governance. Her research findings have been published in reputable journals, showcasing her intellectual contributions and adding value to the academic community.
Prior to her career in academia, she worked in the semiconductor industry for a multinational corporation based in Japan. Her experience in the corporate world has provided her with a well-rounded perspective and a deep understanding of the practical implications of accounting and business concepts.
Ms Cheng's passion for education and her dedication to research have earned her recognition and respect within her field. Her achievements extend beyond the classroom, as she has also authored a book and contributed to several journals, further establishing her as a thought leader in her areas of expertise.
Journal
Chong, S. P. C., Tee, C. M., & Cheng, S. V. (2020). Political institutions and the control of corruption: a cross-country evidence. Journal of Financial Crime, 28(1), 26-48.
Cheng, F.F., Por, S.K., Annuar, N., Cheng, S.V.(2018)., Relationship Between Accounting Earnings, Cashflows and Stock Prices of Service Sector in Malaysia Stock Market. Advanced Science Letters, Vol. 24, 342-344
Cheng, F.F., Annuar, N., Cheng, S.V.(2016)., Revisiting Malaysia Banks Share Price Response to Earnings Announcements, Journal of Global Business and Social Entrepreneurship (GBSE), 3(5), 34-44, eISSN 24621714
Cheng, F.F., Cheng, S.V.(2016)., “Impact of Employee Training on Guests Satisfaction: A Survey on 5 Star Hotels in Kuala Lumpur”. Australian Journal of Basic and Applied Sciences, 10(3): 5-9, 2016
Cheng, F.F., Cheng, S.V. (2015). “Travelling Motivation for Malaysian to Nature and Cultural Destinations”, Australian Journal of Basic and Applied Sciences, 9(8) Special 2015, Pages: 16-21
Conference Proceedings
Cheng, S.V., Cheng, F.F., (2016). “Sustainability Reporting Regulation: The Influence of Users on Global Reporting Initiative (GRI) Guidelines”. International conference on Social Sciences, Business Technology and Management (SBTM), 4, ISSN: 978-602-6427-02-1
Cheng, F.F., Cheng, S.V. (2015). “Study of Demographic and motivation factors towards taking a holiday for Young Malaysian”, International Conference on Natural Resources Tourism and Services Management 2015, ICNTS2015-5
Cheng, S.V., Cheng, F.F., (2015). “What Causes Stress in Malaysian Students and it Effect on Academic Performance: A case Revisited”, Advanced Journal of Technical and Vocational Education, 1(2), 65-69
Cheng, F.F., Amalina, Cheng , S.V. , Leong, C.L (2015). “The Impact of Commodities Prices on Stocks using Event Method for Malaysia Firms”, International Conference on Social Science and Management (ICSSAM), ICSSAM-IFBM-1425
Cheng, F.F., Tan, K. F., Cheng, S.V. (2013). “Impact of the News of Economic Transformation Programe on Various Sectors in Malaysia Stock Market”, PROSIDING PERKEM VIII, JILID 3 (2013) 1483 – 1491.
Book
Cheng, F.F., Annuar, N., Cheng, S.V.(2018)., Research Method & Methodology in Accounting, Economics & Finance. UPM Press, SKU: 978-967-344-748-0
Events
RFID Tag Antenna Research Methodology by Mr Nigel Ooi
Date Jul 26, 2021
Time: 5.15pm-6.15pm
Participants: Open to all TARUC staff and students.
Summary of sharing: Radio frequency identification (RFID) has variously been described as a key technology enabler for the IoT. It stands to reason that the RFID allows computer systems to identify things, it enables applications to become “thing aware”. One of the latest applications is the use of RFID tags as sensors to gather relevant data about the environments smart objects are placed in. In view of the importance of the technology, We have invited one of our postgraduates (Mr. Nigel Ooi Ji Wei) to share his experience in RFID Technology research. The speaker will first provide the overview of the current RFID technology, and then introduce the limitations and challenges of the technology. The details of the RFID tag antenna research methodology will be discussed in the later section.
This event is brought to you by the Research Centre TARUC Penang
Brown Bag Lunch
Date: 30 Oct 21 (sat)
Time: 11am
Session 1: Do community cultures and traditions influence on nature conservation perspectives? A case of Khao Yai National Park in Thailand. Dr. Teh Kate Yng The event will be open to all lecturers and students within TAR UC Penang.
Session 2: Digital Activism in Online Communities: Analysis of Sentiment and Participation on Twitter During COVID-19 in Malaysia – Dr. Syamsul Zahri Subir