Financial Management 3413/3414

The module introduces students to management practices which covers both financial and organizational aspects in relation to construction projects. The module will emphasize on the examination of resource-use systems, particularly the finances of a construction project as well as the management of important resources in ensuring quality performance from the project staff. Students will be exposed to various terms of finance, which cover financial information systems and capital investments.

Lecturer:
Mr. Lai Chee Kin

Overview of module:

This modulde includes the financial information system, capital investment, capital budgeting, financial forcasting, financial ratio analysis and so on. We were given one group assignment and one mid term test for this module

What I have gained from this module:

 Discipline Specific Knowledge

Frankly speaking, the terms used in this module were very new to me. By listening te lecture and doing the tutorial, I am able to understand the theories behind the terms.

 Lifelong Learning

This module required students to be  more independent and able to extract the information get from the account and analyze them effectively. For me, I have learnt how to extract the main points via the group assignment, where we were given a word limits of 1,800 words  to complete a financial analyze repor.

Thinking and Problem Solving Skills

Thinking and problem solving skills are gained during the presentation of our group work. Lecturer has prompt us with few questions during the Q&A session for presentation and this required us to think critically and creatively in order to provide the most effective answers to the questions.

Communication skills

We were required to communicate within the group mates in order to keep the group on track on whats happening in each of our resepctive part.

Interpersonal skills

We are able to practice our leadership skills, especially during the initial stage of the assignment. I have learnt how to distribute the workload to the right person besides tracking others progress during the assignment period.

Digital literacy
My group has incorporated with the 'flat 2D design' trend to produce the financial report. Many apps such as Piktochart, Microsoft Power Point, Microsoft Excel, Photoshop and so on were used. 

Conclusion:
We do and learn something new from it. No try, no gain.

Research Methodology

Lecturer:
Ms. Myzatul Aishah Kamarazaly

Supervisor :
Ms. Azrina MD Yaakob

Title: Leadership competencies for consultant Quantity Surveyors in construction industry

Overview of module:

We are required to understand the academic researchand research methodlogy. No exam is included in this module, but we are requirede to submit a research proposal and literature review and be brought forward to semsester 6 for dissertation.

What I have gained from this module:

 Lifelong Learning

This module required students to be  more independent and able to extract the information from journals or other relevant sources to come out with a problem statement and background of our studies before proceeding to the objectives of the dissertation.

Thinking and Problem Solving Skills

While reading journals, we were required to analyse them and think creatively and critically whether or not that journals or points extracted are useful. 

Intrapersonal Skills

No doubt, most of us are struggling with this interesting yet challenging module. I have made some self-reflection during the hard time in dealing with the individual assignment and advises from friends and lecturer are more than helpful. Also, time management is also very important as we need to slot out additional time to analyze the findings from other authors.

Conclusion:
Be prepared to receive comments. As rome is not built in one day, hence, a quality dissertation cannot be a good one if the foundation/base is not strong and if you are not going to change for good when advices were given by experts.

Measurement 5 QSB 114

Lecturer:
Mr. Ramar & Mr. Simon Chee

Overview of module:

Measurement 5 is divided into two parts: Civil Engineering works ( MYCESMM2) and Electical, Plumbing & Mechanical Works (SMM2). It consists of one group assignment and one mid-term test

What I have gained from this module:

 Discipline Specific Knowledge

I have learned the way of measuring the civil works such as site investigation work, geotechnical work, retaining wall, rail track, drainage work and so forth. On the other hand, I have also gained insights on the cold water installation, sanitary installation, electrical installation and etc. All these new knowledge were to be brought with me for future use.

Thinking and Problem Solving Skills

During the group assignment on cold water installation, we have brainstormed together with the team in order to solve the problems raised. 

Communication skills

This skill is enchanced from the group assignment. Communcation skill is important: We are required to communicate in term of the assumptions that we have made for our assignment to prevent any discrepancy.

Conclusion:
To be the master of something, we need to practice it. To master in quantity taking off and BQ preparation, we must practice more.

Building Economics QSB 3214

Lecturer:
Ms. Azrina Binti Md Yaakob

Overview of module:

The chapters in this module provide an overview of role for QS from pre-tender to post-contract stage. We have learnt various way of cost controlling and life cycle costing. In total, we have one mid term test and one group assignment.

What I have gained from this module:

 Discipline Specific Knowledge

The knowlegde that I have gained from classroom is then presented out in the group assignment. 

 Lifelong Learning

This module required students to be  more independent and able to extract the information get from the internet effectively. To complete this assignment, we are required to do extra study and outsourcing in order to produce a quality one.

Thinking and Problem Solving Skills

This can be learned throughout the tutorial questions provided, where we were required to solve the questions based on what we have learnt in class.

Conclusion:
In future, we are going to work in a project team. Hence, it is important for us to familiarize with the basic role and process and do talk more to the industry players to upgrade ourselves in term of career perspective.

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Professional Practice 2 QSB 3614

Lecturer:
Mr. Eddie Lim

Overview of module:

Chapters in Professional Practice 2 have outlined the professional and contractual ways to deal with the issues arrising due to contractual effects. For example, EOT, interim payment, setting off, determination and so on. In total, we have one seminar, one group assignment, one mid term test and final exam.

What I have gained from this module:

 Discipline Specific Knowledge

The knowledge that I have gained from classroom is able to be transformed into my answers for the assignment. We were given a group assignment whereby we were required to act as consultant QS and advice client on the matter arise, ie: variation order. Hence, it is important for us to understand fully on the theories and applied it to the assignment.

 Lifelong Learning

This module required students to be  more independent and able to extract the information get from the internet effectively. To complete this assignment, we are required to do our own research and to identify the answer based on our analysis.

Thinking and Problem Solving Skills

The group assignment given was not on the direct type. Hence we are required to brainstorm in a group and think critically in order to find out the solution.

Interpersonal skills

In this module, one of our assignment is called seminar, where all of us were grouped in a three. The purpose of having this seminar is for us to experience the way of sharing the knowledge that we have gained in lecture to the other classmates. We were required to present out our understanding and answer the question raised by classmates or lecture. Through this, I reliazed the importance of mobilizing the team power, as  you can go fast alone, but go far when you are in a team. 

Conclusion:
QS is a profession. Every advice given by us is mandatory. Hence, do understand the whole situation and circumstances before making any recommendation to the client or other consultants.

STRATEGIC MANAGEMENT (MGT 60703)

Lecturer:
Mr. Leong Boon Tik

Overview of module:

Chapters in Strategic Management are outlined to teach us on the concept of strategic planning and management. The strategic analysis taught includes 5 Forces of Porter, identifying competitive advantages to derive strategic plan and so forth. This module does not consist of any examination basis, purely on assignments only.

What I have gained from this module:

 Discipline Specific Knowledge

I have learned the way of doing analysis based on SWOT, PESTLE. and 5 Forces of Porter during my individual and group assignment. All the theories are able to be transformed into the assignment work.

 Lifelong Learning

This module required students to be  more independent and able to extract the information get from the internet effectively. To complete this assignment, we are required to do our own research and to identify the answer based on our analysis.

Thinking and Problem Solving Skills

Thinking and problem solving skills are gained during the presentation of our group work. Lecturer has prompt us with few questions during the Q&A session for presentation and this required us to think critically and creatively in order to provide the most effective answers to the questions.

Communication skills

Business case studies are carried out during tutorial hours. We are encouraged to speak and hence the communication skills can be developed.

Interpersonal skills

We are able to practice our leadership skills, especially during the initial stage of the assignment. I have learnt how to distribute the workload to the right person besides tracking others progress during the assignment period.

Intrapersonal Skills

No doubt, most of us are struggling with this interesting yet challenging module. I have made some self-reflection during the hard time in dealing with the individual assignment and advises from friends and lecturer are more than helpful.

Conclusion:
A module where it required us to think deep and far; a module that taught us to think out of a box.

Ending the review with the photo attached below. Credits to the awesome teammates who were there to back each other up especially when all of us are in the peak of meeting deadlines. Thank you :).