Ayer Keroh, Melaka - The Social Security Management Centre of Excellence (SoSCoE), in collaboration with the Social Security Organization (SOCSO), successfully organized an Orientation Week for new students in the Bachelor of Human Resource Management with Honors [BHRM (Hons.)] program, with a minor in Social Security Management.
The event took place on December 8, 2022, at the SOCSO Rehabilitation Centre in Ayer Keroh, Melaka, providing an essential platform for university information and celebrating the induction of new students into the UUM community. Additionally, the event facilitated the smooth running of the BHRM (Hons.) program, ensuring that it adheres to teaching and learning standards. A special segment of the event also focused on teacher registration and safety briefing, conducted by a SOCSO representative.
The Orientation Week witnessed the presence of esteemed university officials, demonstrating their commitment to the success of the BHRM (Hons.) program. The distinguished guests in attendance included Prof. Madya Dr. Shuhymee Ahmad, the Dean of the School of Business Management, Prof. Madya Dr. Noraini Othman, the Deputy Dean of the School of Business Management, Prof. Madya Dr. Wan Shakizah Wan Mohd Noor, the Director of the Graduate Studies Unit, Prof. Madya Dr. Mohd Faizal Mohd Isa, the Deputy Dean of HEPA, Dr. Hadziroh Ibrahim, the BHRM Undergraduate Coordinator, En. Mohd Fadzil Samiran, a Senior Assistant Registrar, Prof. Madya Dr. Fadzli Shah Abd. Aziz, the Director of SoSCoE, and Cik Farah Khaleeda An-Nuur Roslan, a SoSCoE staff member. Additionally, a representative from SOCSO, the key collaborator in the event, was present.
The Orientation Week served multiple purposes, providing new students with crucial information about the university, specifically the School of Business Management (SBM). It also served as a warm welcome to the students, embracing them into the UUM community. The event aimed to ensure a seamless and enriching experience for students pursuing the BHRM (Hons.) program, aligning it with the highest teaching and learning standards. Furthermore, the orientation included a segment dedicated to teacher registration and a safety briefing, emphasizing the importance of maintaining a safe and conducive learning environment.
Throughout the day, new students had the opportunity to interact with faculty members, university officials, and fellow BHRM (Hons.) students, fostering a sense of camaraderie and support. Various informative sessions were conducted to acquaint the students with the program's curriculum, academic expectations, and available support services. The orientation also provided an overview of the Social Security Management field, shedding light on the importance of integrating social security concepts into human resource management practices.
The presence of a SOCSO representative further enriched the event, as they shared valuable insights on social security policies and their implications for the workforce. The session emphasized the significance of social security management within the field of human resource management, encouraging students to explore and understand the evolving landscape of employee welfare and protection.
As the Orientation Week concluded, the organizing committee expressed their gratitude to the esteemed guests, participants, and contributors for their unwavering support and dedication. The event proved to be a significant milestone in the academic journey of the new BHRM (Hons.) students, equipping them with the necessary knowledge, resources, and networks.
