PSM UMPSA Organises Career Bootcamp to Prepare Data Analytics Students for the Workplace

GAMBANG, 19 June 2026 – The Centre for Mathematical Sciences (PSM), Universiti Malaysia Pahang Al Sultan Abdullah (UMPSA), successfully organised the Data Analytics Student Career Bootcamp 2026 at Block Z, UMPSA, involving 63 second and third year students from the Data Analytics programme.

The bootcamp was organised to enhance students' career readiness by strengthening their employability and soft skills while providing early exposure to current industry expectations and employment trends. The initiative also served as a preparation platform for students before undertaking their Work Based Learning (WBL), industrial training, and eventual transition into the workforce.

The programme featured a career talk by Mr. Ibrahim Bin Jama Huri, Employment Services Officer, Social Security Organisation (PERKESO) Pahang, who shared practical insights into career preparation, labour market expectations, and the competencies sought by employers. He also provided guidance on effective resume writing, interview preparation, and strategies for improving graduates' employability in the competitive job market.

The programme also offered students the opportunity to interact directly with the speaker, ask questions, and gain first hand perspectives on career opportunities and challenges in the field of Data Analytics. These engagements were intended to build students' confidence and equip them with practical knowledge to make informed career decisions.

The organisation of the Data Analytics Student Career Bootcamp 2026 reflects PSM UMPSA's continuous commitment to producing highly employable graduates who possess not only strong academic knowledge but also the professional competencies and interpersonal skills required to meet the evolving needs of industry.

Author: Dr. Noratikah Abu