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Knowledge Sharing

Think Tank 2025

Posted by Mr. Nicholas Zhe Wei Khor

Posting Status

activeActive - Closing in 161 Days

mode

Mode

Hybrid

duration

Duration

Medium Term
(3 - 12 months)

location

Location

New South Wales, Australia

The Malaysian Students’ Council of Australia New South Wales (MASCA NSW) proudly
presents Think Tank 2025, an annual case competition and networking initiative designed to
empower Malaysian students in NSW to thrive in an increasingly competitive global landscape.
Since its launch in 2014, Think Tank has served as a vital platform, bringing together young
talents and professionals across industries such as technology, finance, engineering,
healthcare, and commerce.


Think Tank 2025 offers a comprehensive experience through two core components:

  • Case Competition – Participants collaborate to solve real-world challenges provided by
    partner companies, enhancing their problem-solving and strategic thinking skills.I
  • Industry Networking Session – Students engage with industry leaders, gaining
    valuable insights into career pathways, emerging trends, and professional development
    strategies while building lasting connections.

This initiative emphasizes the development of strong, transferable skills such as critical thinking,
leadership, communication, and collaboration. By fostering innovation, meaningful
conversations, and professional growth, Think Tank 2025 underscores MASCA NSW's
unwavering commitment to preparing Malaysian students for a successful transition from
academic life to the professional world.

Objective(s)

MASCA aims to:

  • Connect Students with Industry Leaders
    Facilitate meaningful interactions between Malaysian students and professionals
    from diverse industries to promote networking and mentorship opportunities.
  • Develop Problem-Solving Skills
    Challenge students through a real-world case competition, enhancing their critical
    thinking, creativity, and strategic decision-making abilities.
  • Enhance Professional Development
    Provide students with insights into industry trends, career pathways, and best
    practices to prepare them for post-graduate opportunities and career growth.
  • Foster Leadership and Collaboration
    Encourage teamwork, leadership, and collaboration by requiring students to work
    in teams to solve complex business problems.
  • Strengthen Transferable Skills
    Cultivate essential skills such as communication, time management, and
    adaptability to equip students for success in a dynamic, global job market.

Beneficiary/Target Audience

Students with various academic disciplines, such as Commerce, Engineering, Information Technology, Healthcare, and Law

Project Timeline

01 May 2025 - 07 September 2025

References

The project is looking for...

Funding, Industrial Collaborator, Speaker

Sponsorship and Funding 

  • Award and transfer the promised amount directly to the MSA’s bank account on a one-off project basis.
  • TalentCorp can provide financial support to cover key event expenses such as venue hire, guest speaker fees, and logistics.
  • Sponsorship can help enhance the event’s quality by covering
    costs for catering, marketing materials, and technology to support
    hybrid (physical and virtual) participation.

Industry Expertise and
Representation

  • Grant MASCA NSW special access to leadership, career, and
    upskilling workshops hosted by TalentCorp.
  • TalentCorp can connect Think Tank 2025 with key Malaysian
    professionals and corporate partners, ensuring the presence of
    experienced panelists and mentors.
  • Industry leaders recommended by TalentCorp can serve as
    judges for the case competition or provide feedback to
    participants.

Benefit(s) for the Collaborator

The collaboration with Think Tank 2025 will deliver significant returns by supporting the
professional development of Malaysian students while enhancing TalentCorp’s brand
presence and industry partnerships. The MASCA Think Tank 2025 provides TalentCorp
with several strategic benefits that justify its investment:


Increased Brand Visibility and Recognition

TalentCorp will be featured prominently throughout event promotions, including
on digital platforms such as Instagram, LinkedIn, and Facebook. TalentCorp’s
brand will also be highlighted during presentations, case materials, and closing
ceremonies. This will showcase TalentCorp as a champion of innovation and
talent development to a wide audience of students and professionals.

Direct Access to Emerging Talent
Think Tank provides TalentCorp with direct access to high-performing Malaysian
students from diverse disciplines such as Commerce, Engineering, IT,
Healthcare, and Law. This access allows TalentCorp to engage with motivated
future professionals, identify high-potential candidates, and promote opportunities
such as internships, graduate programs, and mentorship initiatives.


Enhancing Student Development Through Industry Interaction
By collaborating with TalentCorp and other key industry partners, students will
benefit from exposure to real-world challenges and direct engagement with
corporate professionals. These interactions—through mentorship, workshops,
and feedback sessions—provide critical insights into industry trends, professional
expectations,helping students develop essential
transferable skills such as critical thinking, leadership, and problem-solving.


Content and Engagement Opportunities
TalentCorp can leverage the success stories, testimonials, and expert insights
from Think Tank 2025 to create engaging content for its communication channels.
This content can showcase TalentCorp’s impact on young talent, further
enhancing its reputation as a leader in workforce development and innovation.

Want to be part of this collaboration?


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Who is Dr Catheryn Lim?

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Outcome

The session has exposed 183 participants to new development in genetic treatments (specifically in neuromuscular diseases).

Dr Aid Fawzal

Who is Dr Aid Fawzal?

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Our participants consist of students from various engineering field and various level of studies, from bachelor’s degree to PhD.

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Outcome

The session has benefited 284 participants with new knowledge and exposure to the automotive world and inspire our future engineers to pursue and improve our automotive industry.

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Objective

To develop the performing arts scene in Malaysia via a collaboration with a leading name in classical Italian opera.

Format of the masterclass

The masterclass was held over 2 days, where 4 participants were selected to perform an aria or duet. Samantha then provided verbal and demonstrative feedback to each participant for 7-9 minutes each, which included song and scene interpretation, and stage presence.

Outcome

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