My Results are out. What’s Next…??

Congratulations to all SPM and STPM students…those who have done well and pre planned their next step – I would like to wish you all the best and keep focusing on your studies and future.

For those who didn’t get good result or haven’t planned anything yet – here are some tips and advices…which I’m sharing from my personal experiences...

a) Ensure that you focus on what you really what to do, most of us end up doing something we don’t like once we have graduated. If can try to work part time to get a feel on what is stored for you.

b) Choosing a career that will not have too many graduates looking for the same job you are looking for. Do a basic degree and major in something that is classified as “Specialized trade” in the market place. You will know which trade is specialized once you start doing your practical training or placement.

c) Applying to Uni, Collage, Polytechnic, etc…apply to as many institution as possible this will give you more option when you get the reply from them. Attend the education fairs - Star News Papaer normally have pull outs on education fairs. Set 3 to 4 different plans…what if Plan A fails…move on to Plan B and so on. Most students will not have Plan C and D they only have Plan A and B, please don’t fall into that trap.

If you made up your mind with the offer that most suits you, please write back to other institutions that offer you a place in their institution. This way you will allow the candidates from the 2nd intake to move up to take over your seat .

d) Be pro-active in finding out your application status, sometimes you will not get shortlisted on the 1st intake this does not mean end of the world it means you might have been shortlisted for the 2nd or 3rd intake (call and find out). (2nd and 3rd will come to effect if the persons for 1st intake declined the offer, fail to show up, give up after orientation and so on.

e) For each of these plans work out the fee structure and your expenses, most courses starts between end May to July therefore you can still save up some money by working full time. Financial planning is quite important from the start to completion of your course.

f) Look out for scholarships and student loans which suit you.

g) Don't leave everything till the last minute...!!!

h) If you think your result is not good enough to enter any higher learning institution…well you never know until you try. There are also short courses offered by the government which you could benefit from.

i) Last but not least, good luck – you future is in your hand and it’s up to you to make that first move to achieve your dream career…

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