Fikri Fauzi

Head, Academic Quality Department

Cyberjaya, Selangor, Malaysia

About

An enthusiastic, passionate and detail oriented person with more than 11 years of working experiences. He has extensive experience particularly in higher education industry as a curriculum developer, as well as oversee the programme development in compliance with statutory regulations. He is currently working at IJN University College (IJNUC) as a Senior Executive, QA and had previously worked at DSH Institute of Technology (DIT). During his time at IJNC, he coordinated the accreditation processes of the Malaysian Qualification Agency (MQA) based on standard Code of Practice for Program Accreditation 2nd Edition (COPPA 2.0) and other professional bodies such as Board of Nursing and Board of Medical Assistant. He is also implicated in Internal Quality Audit, which to audit the process performance of faculties, reporting and and follow-up audits. He is also keeping knowledgeable with MQA, MoHE and other relevant regulatory bodies' regulations, policies and procedures, thus providing strategic advice to the Chief Executive Officer on quality assurance and compliance policies and processes. He is also a member of the college’s senior management team, contributed at the most senior level to the strategic management and development of the college. He is currently being certified by HRDF for Trainer (TTT/24812) and also a Certified Officer of QA in Higher Education

Experience

  • Senior Executive at IJN University College
    Jan 2024 - Present · 2 yrs 7 mos

  • IJN College (IJNC) (5 yrs)
    • Senior Executive Quality Assurance
      Aug 2021 - Present · 5 yrs

      • Responsible for the preparation of academic calendar, allocation and coordination of classes and laboratories, class rooms booking, cancellation • Responsible in coordinating all activities in the development of new programmes processes inclusive but not limited to document preparation and compilation, coordinate and organize all meetings, submission of document to the authorities and record keeping • Responsible for the development, implementation and improvement of all activities related to quality assurance to ensure it meet the quality standard set by the regulatory bodies such as Malaysia Qualification Agency, Ministry of Higher Education, the relevant professional bodies etc • Plan and prepare academic calendar and to ensure classes for all programmes are well allocated. • Plan and prepare calendar usage of all laboratories with the objectives to ensure relevant programmes have adequate slots and the laboratories be utilized for lectures when the need arises. • Coordinate and organize Curriculum Development and Review Committee Meetings, meeting with professional bodies and with other relevant committees. • Compile all documents as per MQA standard for new programme submission. • Prepare and submit documents to MQA for accreditation approval and to provide required if necessary. • Obtain approval from the Ministry of Higher Education before the programmes can be conducted. • Develop and implement all activities related to quality assurance such as acquiring relevant certificate of recognition, developing and review relevant SOPs, monitor and ensure its compliance to latest standards imposed by the authorities. • Coordinate programme audit meetings and to provide feedbacks as required. • Keep and maintain all important records for academic activities, curricula and relevant programme development documentations and quality assurance. • Conduct student satisfaction survey pertaining to lecturer’s performance and programmes. • Work in close relation with the Hea

    • Registrar
      Mar 2022 - Dec 2022 · 10 mos

      • Responsible in leading and managing the Registrar Department and its functions such as academic records and transcripts; classroom and event scheduling; degree certification; enrolment and registration; fee classification • Plan, formulate, design and develop short term and long-term strategies towards achieving College’s vision & missions • Responsible for the management and smooth running of the functions and departments such as Office of Admissions and Records, Examination Unit, International Office, Campus Security, Campus Buildings & Grounds and Hostel Accommodation. • Serve as the Secretary for body of authorities namely Board of Governors, Board of Academic, Faculty of Schools, Board of Studies, Student Welfare Committee

  • Quality Assurance Executive at IJN College
    Aug 2021 - Dec 2023 · 2 yrs 5 mos

  • DSH Institute of Technology (2 yrs 10 mos)
    • Registrar
      Nov 2019 - Aug 2021 · 1 yr 10 mos

      1. Provide vision and strategic direction for key College activity in academic and student administration 2. Ensure that critical processes are sustained to meet statutory and contractual requirements, and that the college's academic regulatory framework is fit for purpose and compliant with external agency requirements such MQA, JPT, KDN 3. Member of the college’s senior management team, contributed at the most senior level to the strategic management and development of the college 4. Responding to queries and resolving academic problems in each program department 5. Ensure compliance with Government and college requirements, related policies and business rules 6. Monitor MOE & MQA regulations and policies on approval, reapproval and accreditation and ensure compliance 7. Collaborate with Heads of Department to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, related policies and business rules 8. Ensure approval of academic programmes by MQA and MOE 9. Ensure the MQA accreditation of all academic programmes 10. Liaise with MQA on information regarding entry requirements for local and foreign students and the qualifications of lecturers and ensure compliance therewith 11. Liaise with Deans of Schools and Heads of Departments (academic & admin) to prepare documentations for academic programme accreditation submissions 12. Provide advice and support in the areas of educational quality assurances and its processes 13. Manage the institution’s benchmarking activities 14. Manage the development, implementation and enhancement of academic and non-academic standard, policy and procedure 15. Support the development and implementation of academic quality performance indicators and the monitoring mechanisms for the advancement of academic standards

    • Curriculum Developer
      Nov 2018 - Aug 2021 · 2 yrs 10 mos

      1. Responsible for the overall running of all faculties 2. Lead the accreditation processes of the MQA and other professional bodies 3. Responsible for the programmed development in compliance with regulations, timetabling, financial and profitability of the programme 4. Internal Quality Audit - Audit the process performance of the faculties and its programme accreditation 5. Oversee the effective organisation of programme review activities : - Curriculum Design Review Panel - Annual Teaching Review - Periodic Quality Review for Departments 6. Provide strategic advice to the Registrar and Chief Governance Officer on quality assurance and compliance policies and processes

    • Microbiologist
      Nov 2018 - Aug 2021 · 2 yrs 10 mos

      1. Performed basic laboratory test in accordance with approved test methods and procedures 2. Ensured all controlled quality procedures, test methods and document are well kept 3. Ensured Good Housekeeping and Good Laboratory Practices (GLP) in the laboratory 4. Undertake the laboratory analysis and monitor microbial cultures and samples

  • Geomatika University College (GUC) (4 yrs 5 mos)
    • Microbiologist, Faculty of Biotechnology & Applied Sciences
      Nov 2014 - Nov 2018 · 4 yrs 1 mo

      1. Performed a bacterial endotoxin test for students during practical session. 2. Overhauled the microbial assays and microbial identifications 3. Reviews the laboratory report, procedure and proposes for any changes for the new effectiveness 4. Developed and implements internal procedures and revised the existing procedures 5. Handling the laboratory equipment and instrumentation such as centrifuge machine, colony counter, UV spectrophotometer, autoclave machine

    • QA officer, Faculty of Biotechnology & Applied Sciences
      Nov 2014 - Nov 2018 · 4 yrs 1 mo

      1. Resolves personnel problems by analysing data, investigating issues, identifying solutions and recommending action to the students the research matters. 2. Mentored the administration works and responsible for smooth execution of faculty daily activities, plan and organize the team 3. Creates and revises systems and procedures by analysing operating practices, record-keeping systems 4. Coordinate and handling the troubleshooting, investigation and documentation regarding academic performance of students 5. Executing the plan and managing all activities in the plan to ensure that all the objectives are met and that the solution works as expected

    • Associate Lecturer
      Jul 2014 - Oct 2018 · 4 yrs 4 mos

      • Undergo a research entitled "Malaysian Medicinal Plant DNA Barcoding" • Handling an analytic equipment such as Nanodrop spectrophotometer, Oven, PCR machine • Organized the project budget and request or acquire the equipment/supplies necessary for the project • Supervised an undergraduate students working on their research projects by acting as a liaison between the students and research supervisors