In my experience, many time i was asked why (in the name of All-Mighty Al-Malik) i recuse myself in pursuing a career in Engineering field,after recieved huge investment by the Government of Malaysia (read: JPA) and significant 6 years (2 + 4 years, A-levels + Degree) spent.
In any correct, conservative and normal's person mind, such decision is a sure die and ridiculous.
I have my reasons, part of it due to my enlightenment on my real talent and interest. I found out that during my bachelor degree time in UNITEN, i was too, i mean excessively and intentionally, involved in many student activity. I established my name in the ruling circle of the university, be it the Management or the Student itself. I love what i am doing, and i was very good at it (at least i believe it is)
Even though, currently part of heart do regret on my decision back then, i cant live with that such grudge and disappointment forever. I believe also, due to my decision also, the person that you know now, the writer of this article, the man that spoke, eat, laugh and cry with you now, is EXIST.
I am what i am and who i am due to the same decision back in 2005. One shall look at the positive side of it, and work hard and diligently to erase or supersede the sadness resulted, by making new and remarkable result.
Praise of Allah S.W.T, due to His grace and guidance, i landed a job at a Government agency, although it was a contractual basis, with annual review, i managed to score well in the eyes of my supervisor. I was given chances that i never dreamt of before. I was given and honored with an excellence award, and recognized as one of two experts on certain things, within the Ministry.
During my stint with the Government, i decided to further my study. This time, i know that i have to choose program that reflect better my talent and interest. I was accepted to enroll in the MBA program at Universiti Tun Abdul Razak (UNIRAZAK). There, Alhamdulillah, i fulfill my target and successfully scored A at every subject. I love everything about my MBA time. I dont mind of working and studying at the same time. My life was simple yet meaningful. I worked at the office from 8.30am to 5.30 pm every weekdays and quickly drove my car to UNIRAZAK for the classes. That is my life for 20 months.I had good support eco-system, my bosess supported me and encouraged me to excel in my studies, my classmates (Abg Zahrain, Sis Sum, Iman, Amani, Jim, Tyron), they always be with me, discussing, debating and together compete healthily in the classroom.
After i graduated, i changed job. From Government sector to private sector. I have a short stint at Aminvestment Services Berhad. There, i was exposed with the pros and cons of private sector. I embraced the difference and tried my best to excel. Even i cant imagine, that one day, i was the person entrusted to write a Board of Director's memo for the Board meeting and representing the company in discussion with global bank like State Street Bank.
Shortly after that, i was offered a place as a consultant in one of renowned boutique management consultant firm in KL. I was exposed in Public-Private Partnership, PFI, Financial Models and various management consultant's tools and lingo (jargons). I experienced first hand on how to deal with clients that demanded the consultant to make them instant millions and so on.
Yes, then i decided to pursue my professional certification. I received support from my parents and friend. Alhamdulillah, i managed to bag one. An addition to confirm my MBA knowledge and skills. Allah S.W.T granted me with the CIMA designation, which i proudly wear it as batch of honor. In shaa Allah, i will get the ACMA CGMA designation in the near future.
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