Abstract:
The NUST Business School (NBS) Executive MBA program includes an essential component
called the "International exchange program" (IEP) that provides valuable opportunities for
EMBA students. As part of this programme, the EMBA 2K20 students were given the
opportunity to be a part of the student exchange program and study modules at the University
of Southampton, Malaysia, led by EMBA Program Head, Associate Profession Dr Fawad
Khan.
During the visit to the University of Southampton, the EMBA students attended lectures by
esteemed faculty and had the opportunity to network with professionals and peers in an
international context. Additionally, the students gained insights into the operations of
Pelabuhan Tanjung Pelepas (PTP), which is one of the premier transshipment port
in Malaysia.
Pelabuhan Tanjung Pelepas Sdn Bhd (PTP) is the premier transshipment port in Malaysia,
equipped with state-of-the-art facilities, equipment and information technology systems
integrating all port users. The port delivers reliable, efficient and advanced services to major
shipping lines and box operators, providing shippers in Malaysia and abroad extensive
connectivity to the global market. The integration of Pelepas Free Zone with the port terminal
which allows seamless movement of cargoes is one of the added advantages to customers
and business partners. PTP is a joint venture between MMC Corporation Berhad (70%), a
utilities and infrastructure group and APM Terminals (30%), a leading global ports group with
a global port network in 74 countries.