Centre for Mathematical Sciences Organises Strategic KPI Workshop 2026 and Staff Appreciation Ceremony 2025
The Centre for Mathematical Sciences at Universiti Malaysia Pahang Al-Sultan Abdullah successfully organised the Strategic Key Performance Indicator Pre Workshop 2026 on 20 January 2026 at Block Z, UMPSA Gambang, followed by the Strategic KPI Workshop 2026 and Majlis Apresiasi Pusat Sains Matematik Tahun 2025 on 5 February 2026 at Hotel Zenith Kuantan.
The programme involved 35 participants during the pre workshop and 50 participants during the main workshop. It was designed to align the centre strategic planning with the university direction and UMPSA30 Key Performance Indicators. The initiative emphasised strengthening teaching and learning quality, enhancing research performance, developing niche expertise, and expanding income generation through professional services and industry collaboration.
The pre workshop focused on performance evaluation, gap analysis, and mapping the centre contributions to university KPIs through structured group discussions and presentations. The outcomes from this session became the foundation for the main workshop, which concentrated on formulating strategic thrusts, objectives, measurable targets, and action plans for 2026. The workshop provided a platform for clear role alignment among academic and administrative members to ensure that all initiatives directly support academic excellence, research advancement, and institutional service.
The highlight of the programme was the Majlis Apresiasi PSM 2025, which recognised the dedication and achievements of staff throughout 2025. The ceremony celebrated excellence in teaching, research, supervision, industry engagement, community service, and administration.
Among the major award recipients were:
Teaching and Academic Excellence
- Dr Wan Nur Syahidah Binti Wan Yusoff – Teaching Award Data Analytics
- Prof Madya Dr Norhayati Binti Rosli – Teaching Award Mathematics Service
- Dr Ku Muhammad Na'im Bin Ku Khalil – Master Teaching Award
- Dr Amirul Aizad Bin Ahmad Fuad – Learning Innovation Award
- Dr Nur Haizum Binti Abd Rahman – Academic Advising Award Data Analytics
- Dr Rahimah Binti Jusoh@Awang – Academic Advising Award Foundation in Science and Technology
- Dr Nor Azuana Binti Ramli – Student Supervision Award
- Dr Siti Zanariah Binti Satari – Student Talent Catalyst Award
Research and Professional Recognition
- Prof Madya Dr Abdul Rahman Bin Mohd Kasim – Publication Award and Research Grant Award
- Profesor Ts Dr Mohd Rashid Bin Ab Hamid – External Recognition Award
- Prof Madya Dr Norhayati Binti Rosli – Industry Relations Award
- Prof Madya Dr Roslinazairimah Binti Zakaria – Internal Examiner Award
- Multiple staff received Certificates of Recognition for Web of Science publications
Community and Administration
Dr Noratikah Binti Abu – Community Service Award
Puan Nur Hazwani Binti Zamri – Excellent Staff Award
Puan Rahiatul Adawiyah Binti Mohd Ruslan – Promising Staff Award
A special wellness initiative prize presentation was also held, with Dr Nadirah Mohd Nasir announced as the winner, followed by Dr Azlyna Senawi and Mr Mohd Al Fadhir bin Kassim. The evening concluded with a heartfelt Majlis Jasamu Dikenang in honour of Cik Nur Zahirah Binti Md Noor for her dedicated service.
The combined programme reflects PSM strong commitment to strategic governance, performance driven culture, staff well being, and academic excellence. Through structured planning and appreciation of achievements, the Centre continues to strengthen teamwork, institutional performance, and its contribution to the national and global academic landscape.
Author: Puan Halizan binti Mohmood