Sasitharan Manokaran
SEPANG
Summary
Dynamic academic leader with extensive experience, excelling in quality assurance and curriculum design. Proven track record in enhancing student engagement and success through strategic initiatives and effective communication. Strong analytical thinker and team leader, committed to fostering an environment of excellence and continuous improvement.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Acting Dean
UNITAR University College Kuala Lumpur (fka Kuala Lumpur Metropolitan University College)
Kuala Lumpur, malaysia
05.2025 - Current
- Led development of academic programs to enhance student engagement and success.
- Implemented policies ensuring compliance with educational standards and regulations.
- Oversaw budget planning and resource allocation across various departments.
- Facilitated communication among faculty, staff, and students to promote collaboration.
- Coordinated accreditation processes to uphold institutional quality and integrity.
- Mentored department heads in effective leadership and management practices.
- Evaluated academic programs and faculty performance to ensure teaching excellence.
- Developed strategic initiatives for faculty training and professional development.
Senior Lecturer
UNITAR University College Kuala Lumpur (fka Kuala Lumpur Metropolitan University College)
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
06.2016 - Current
- Delivered courses across postgraduate, undergraduate, and diploma levels.
- Planned and evaluated curriculum revisions based on educational standards.
- Provided students with practical course-related experiences to enhance learning.
- Advised students on academic pathways and vocational curricula for career readiness.
- Compiled, administered, and graded examinations to assess student performance.
- Contributed to continuous development and review of course offerings.
- Developed learning materials, including handouts and assessment papers, to support student progress.
- Participated in departmental seminars and administrative activities to promote collaboration.
Head of Academic Compliance and Quality Assurance
Kuala Lumpur Metropolitan University College (KLMUC)
Kuala Lumpur, malaysia
04.2022 - 04.2025
- Executed internal audits to drive continuous quality improvement initiatives.
- Coordinated MQA full accreditation audit and prepared necessary documentation.
- Managed implementation of Quality Management System across departments.
- Facilitated effective communication among various departments to enhance collaboration.
- Oversaw compliance with educational statutory and regulatory requirements.
- Conducted quality-related surveys and initiated comprehensive data analysis.
- Identified non-conformances and addressed quality issues promptly.
- Developed and enforced policies and procedures to uphold quality standards.
Head of Department
UNITAR University College Kuala Lumpur (fka Kuala Lumpur Metropolitan University College)
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
06.2017 - 03.2022
- Ensured high standards through effective leadership of management programs.
- Facilitated interdepartmental communication to enhance collaboration on projects.
- Coordinated recruitment and training processes for new team members.
- Delegated tasks and managed staff schedules to optimize workflow efficiency.
- Conducted regular team meetings to evaluate performance and address concerns.
- Supervised departmental functions, fostering an environment of accountability and excellence.
Lecturer & Industrial Training Assessor
Kolej MASA
Puchong, Selangor
01.2014 - 05.2016
- Teach at undergraduate level
- Participate in the development of new programs
- Develop, administer, and mark exams and assessments
- Contribute to the development of a high-quality curriculum
- Assist in the development of learning materials
- Report directly to the Head of Faculty
- Participate in the administration of the departmental programs of study
- Assess industrial training students.
Part-time Consultant
Megatech College
Kuala Lumpur
09.2013 - 12.2013
- Consult the management in the development of new programs
- Consult the management in the process of preparing SOP
- Consult the management in CMS development.
Part-time Lecturer
FTMS Global College
Kuala Lumpur
05.2013 - 08.2013
- Teach at undergraduate level
- Participate in the development, administration, and marking of exams and assessments.
Lecturer
Olympia College
Petaling Jaya, Selangor
05.2011 - 06.2013
- Teach at undergraduate level
- Participate in the development, administration, and marking of exams and assessments
- Prepare class timetable and other assessments
- Assist in the development of learning materials
- Report directly to the academic manager
- Participate in the administration of the departmental programs of study
- Participate in departmental and faculty seminars
- Guide students regarding their career decisions
- Attend staff meetings, serve on committees, and attend workshops or in-service training activities.
Officer
I-Cimb (M) Sdn Bhd
11.2009 - 12.2010
- Enrich bank customer data
- Upload and arrange loan documents
- Clear processed documents
- Follow up incomplete cases
- Upload customer supporting documents.
Education
Master of Economics - Financial economics
Universiti Pendidikan Sultan Idris
Tanjong Malim, Perak01.2012
Bachelor of Economics (hons) - Economics
Universiti Utara Malaysia
Kedah, Malaysia01.2009
Skills
- Quality assurance and control
- Deadline management
- Communication skills
- MS Office proficiency
- Analytical thinking
- Project coordination
- Team leadership
- Calm under pressure
- Active listening
- Lesson planning and development
- Economics expertise
- Examination design
- Academic support strategies
- Classroom management
- Student-centered approaches
- Curriculum design
Certification
- Certified trainer for SQL accounting and SQL Payroll
- Certified I-Train (TRAIN THE TRAINER)
Languages
English, Malay, Tamil: First Language, English: C1 Advanced, Malay: C1 Advanced, Tamil: C2 Proficient
References
- Sri Yanti Mohd, Salmongel, Registrar, 03-2603 1418, Kuala Lumpur Metropolitan University College
- Dr Chan Wei, Leong, Deputy Vice Chancellor (Academic), 03-2603 1413, Kuala Lumpur Metropolitan University College
Hobbies and Interests
Reading books, Learn new knowledge, Gardening, DIY project
Publications
Sasitharan Monakaran, and Mohd Yahya Mohd Hussin, and Fidlizan Muhammad, and Azila Abdul Razak, and Fatimah Salwa Abdul Hadi, Peranan strategik hubungan dagang negara Islam dengan China: bukti empirikal dari Malaysia., Geografia : Malaysian Journal of Society and Space, 11, 1, 13-23, 2180-2491, 2015
Training
- 2024 - OBE Implementation: Designing Examination Questions Using Bloom’s Taxonomy Of Educational Workshop
- 2023 - Workshop on Guidelines to Good Practices: Micro-Credentials (GGP:MCs)(Online)
- 2023 - Obe Implementation: Designing Examination Questions Using Bloom's Taxonomy Of Educational Objectives
- 2022 - Leadership Styles : Creating Impact On Business Performance
- 2021 - ISO 9001-2015 introduction program
- 2018 - MQA training on OBE
- 2016 - Outcome Based Education (OBE) training.
- 2013 - Pengenalan Mata Pelajaran Umum menggantikan Mata Pelajaran Wajib, Kementerian Pengajian Tinggi Malaysia.
- 2013 - Fire safety training at Olympia College.
- 2013 - Module leader training at Olympia College.
- 2012 - TEAMMIE supporting system training (Collaborative Learning Platform for UEL Degree and Master Program).
- 2012 - MOODLE supporting system training. (MOODLE - Course Management System (CMS) for Diploma and Certificate course).
- 2012 - K.I.S.S system training. (K.I.S.S - Education Management System developed in-house by Olympia College which centralized student repository).
- 2012 - ISO internal audit training.
- 2012 - HND (Higher National Diploma) module training, Olympia College.
CUSTOM SECTION
https://scholar.google.com/citations?user=zpvrfk8AAAAJ&hl=en
WEBSITES, PORTFOLIOS AND PROFILES
https://www.linkedin.com/in/sasitharan-manokaran-93961548/
Timeline
Acting Dean
UNITAR University College Kuala Lumpur (fka Kuala Lumpur Metropolitan University College)
05.2025 - Current
Head of Academic Compliance and Quality Assurance
Kuala Lumpur Metropolitan University College (KLMUC)
04.2022 - 04.2025
Head of Department
UNITAR University College Kuala Lumpur (fka Kuala Lumpur Metropolitan University College)
06.2017 - 03.2022
Senior Lecturer
UNITAR University College Kuala Lumpur (fka Kuala Lumpur Metropolitan University College)
06.2016 - Current
Lecturer & Industrial Training Assessor
Kolej MASA
01.2014 - 05.2016
Part-time Consultant
Megatech College
09.2013 - 12.2013
Part-time Lecturer
FTMS Global College
05.2013 - 08.2013
Lecturer
Olympia College
05.2011 - 06.2013
Officer
I-Cimb (M) Sdn Bhd
11.2009 - 12.2010
Master of Economics - Financial economics
Universiti Pendidikan Sultan Idris
Bachelor of Economics (hons) - Economics
Universiti Utara Malaysia
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