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From Malaysia to London: Andrew Woon's Academic Journey

Season 11, Ep. 2

In this episode of Global Careers Call Season 11, our host Rosie Baber interviews Andrew Woon, a Senior Lecturer and Programme Director for the BSc Business Management course at Queen Mary, University of London. Andrew shares his journey from Malaysia to the UK, his teaching philosophy influenced by Lao Tzu, and his extensive background in strategic and business management. He discusses the evolving academic landscape in Malaysia and the UK, the challenges and rewards of his career, and the importance of passion for teaching, love for students, and networking to navigate the sector. Finally, he also reflects on the future of education, particularly how AI and changing student needs are reshaping teaching methods.


Key parts:

01:51 Andrew's Background and Expertise

02:59 Inspiration and Teaching Philosophy

03:35 Journey in Academia

04:30 Academic Landscape in Malaysia

07:38 Rewards and Challenges in Academia

12:26 Future of Academia and Staying Updated

16:52 Strengths and Qualities for Success

20:06 Conclusion and Final Thoughts


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