The International University of Malaya-Wales will be organising an all-in-one International Academic Conference 2021 (IAC 2021) from 26th October 2021 to 28th October 2021. These three days events will be conducted online over Airmeet. The main purpose of this event is to close the gap between industry and academia.
The event theme, ‘Digitalisation in Transformation: Bridging Academia & Industry’ will consider the critical strides Malaysia needs to transform the nation into a global digital economic contributor, and how industry-academia collaboration is a key contributing factor in driving the new era. According to Dr Nisa Omar, Chairperson of IAC 2021 and Academic Dean at IUMW, in order to digitalise the nations and society, there is a need for collaboration between many sectors including academia and industry.
To further support this event, Microsoft and Google will be joining these three days events. Apart from that, other industry leaders such as PwC, Maybank, and MDEC will be joining this event. Over at the academic experts, institutions such as IUMW, Heriot-Watt University, the University of Wales Trinity Saint David and the Asia School of Business for in-depth panel discussions set around the conference theme.
A Community striving towards a digital economy beyond the 3-Day event
“IAC 2021 is here to move the conversation forward, bringing together relevant stakeholders from both industry and academia to debate, and identify the possible repercussions and developments, and work closely together to manage the risks and identify what lies ahead in the unpredictable world. With it being a completely free event, we hope to offer real value to attendees of all ages and backgrounds, from a wide variety of sectors.” Dr Nisa adds.
“Audiences are encouraged to interact, share and be part of the conversation. The event is designed to be a catalyst to forge new networks, partnerships, collaborations and connections that can thrive far beyond the three-day event.”
Day 1 begins with 25 speakers over 5 panels covering the Global Impact of Disruptive Technology; Supply Chain 4.0: Agility, Efficiency & Growth; Digitalisation in Media & Entertainment; Bridging Academia & Industry: Reinventing the Current Landscape and Transforming Lives With Technology.
In addition to the panel discussions on 26 October 2021, research presentations on 27 October and a workshop series on 28 October, participants get the chance to grow their professional circles at the speed networking sessions and head-hunt top student talent pools at the event’s project showcase.
Contributing to the next chapter in Malaysia’s digital journey
According to the Vice-Chancellor of IUMW, Tay Kay Luan, disruptive technologies are part of innovations that have altered the way things are being done at work or at home. By the same token, business today enjoys better access and greater alternatives in their choice of delivery. The IAC 2021 has this in mind by bringing together diverse experiences to share and debate the perspectives on digital impacts and their implications on the present and the future. Change is inevitable, the challenge is readiness, and how businesses and society adapt and harmonise to their greater good.
The main aim of this event is to allow individuals and businesses embracing digital processes to stay competitive. Especially, during this post-pandemic period, many SMEs are struggling to survive. By joining these three days events, businesses people should be able to adapt and apply the use of technologies in their business strategies. Successful digital adoption can transform businesses, careers, and livelihoods, for the better.
If you are keen to join this event, you can secure your ticket here. Do not worry about payment, as this event is completely free. For more information, you may visit the IUMW official IAC 2021 website.
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