Preparations For Scholarship Interview

[chenchow]

This thread would concentrate purely on questions on interview. There is another scholarship thread which would cater to any other question on scholarships.

Click this link for all questions on scholarships (http://www.recom.org/modules.php?name=Forums&file=viewtopic&t=3341#74437)

Lets work together towards helping fellow ReComers towards greater success in scholarship seeking.

Start your preparation early! And to those ReComers who have gone through interview process, please share your experience here!

[Thirdshifter]

hello everyone, i'm a newcomer here.....which is desperately in need of help and guidance !!!!

i'll be going for ANU Alumni Malaysia scholarship interview this sat for law course and Asean scholarship next fri !!!! anyone been through these interviews? especially the ANU interview !! any tips? what kinda questions will they ask??? How should i prepare???? Please, oh please, will someone answer me b4 friday??? i'll be flying off by then !!!

btw, anyone from KL here?? please tell me how to get to HELP institute main campus in Damansara by LRT from KL central???? i'm lost !!!! Shocked ( sorry to ask this stupid question...but i'm not from kl.....and going by taxi will definitely punch a hole in my purse !! ) Embarassed

thanks a lot !!!

[Thirdshifter]

Ary,

Do a search on Asean Scholarship at the front page search engine.

There should be few topics about this. By the way welcome to recom.org

[ary]

hey, thanks 4 the welcome. But i'm not a fresh SPM leaver, i've completed my A-levels, and the ANU scholarship or ASEAN scholarship that i've mention are for undergraduate studies. :)

just gone through some page about the asean scholarship on recom....they showed everything about the scholarship, just Not the scholarship interview tips or questions, and most of them are about the pre-U scholarship.

Please reply....desperate!

[Thirdshifter]

I remembered few post from chenchow and it was just on the interviews. Try to narrow down your search a little. It should be there.

[khor_albert]

I went for SC and Petronas's interview. Petronas's interview was rather traditional and static. I have to argue on a topic of environment vs development. Then, it's the group interview where I have to discuss with my group members on ways to solve the environmental problems. I was rather hesitant to speak too much actually, but they are just too silent, so I have to step in.

For SC, there are 2 stages. For Stage 1, it's a normal screening process and they asked me about my interest, my family and my preferred course. They were thrilled when I mentioned to them that I worked in a bank. Again they were thrilled when I told them that I had been observing the stock exchange since I was five. As a matter of fact, I did all these things. Actually, I'd love SC scholarship but then it's clear that I am not destined for it. For the second stage, there are 4 interviews. First is a case study. I have 30 minutes to prepare before presenting my idea to them about an environmental project again. It has something to do with a recycling project vs an industry construction project. I go for recycling project as I argued that the industries will produce problems at a later stage though it may be profitable now. The next activity is a disaster for me. After an above-par performance in the first part, the next one is my first role-play activity. And I am completely oblivious of the danger ahead. The two kind-faced officers suddenly turned into angry villagers when I was supposed to be a manager of an industry near their farm. They attacked me continuously.

The third part is a group activity which is a cabinet meeting to decide on a budget. As representatives of various ministries, we have to fight for the best allocation for our ministries. I am the representative of Youth and Sports Ministry and I need 150 million to build and develop sport complexes across the country. I explained to them that sports is a tool for unity (Dr. M's quote) and for a country such as Malaysia, racial unity is extremely important. I managed to obtain 90 mil, which is 60%. The last activity is the survival game. All of us has an identity, and the ship was sinking, and we need to decide three persons to go on the boat and get saved. 3 out of 9 persons. It's quite hard for me as I have an identity of an old farmer, my wife has just recently died, and I have 8 successful children and also I am an exemplary father. While others hold noble posts such as nurses, doctors and soldiers, I tried to defend myself by saying that if I died, the damage to the country will be eight-fold because my 8 children who are close to their father will be too distraught to work and contribute to the country. Although I didn't make it to the final three (because their mentality is still fixed on doctors and nurses first), I think I have given my best for the activity.

[ary]

thanks guys, for your great ideas ! i read about the asean scholarship interview and the ANU alumni scholarship !!!

but can you guys give me a hint on how to answer this few questions?? i dunno how to *play with the language* .......

1. describe ur background (what should i say? my academic background or family/personal background??? it's quite a long lists...hehe...)

2.how would your course (law) contribute to M'sia's development??? (fight for justice??????)

3. Why u wish to study at ____?


well, now i should really prepare and hope for the best !!!! GREAT luck to me !!! haha ~


btw, does anyone know about the SC scholarship for undergraduate studies? i went to their official website but they only offer Scholarship for SPM and students of age 18 and under..... well, they did offer the undergraduate scholarship for 2005, but why not 2006???

[chenchow]

hello everyone, i'm a newcomer here.....which is desperately in need of help and guidance !!!!

i'll be going for ANU Alumni Malaysia scholarship interview this sat for law course and Asean scholarship next fri !!!! anyone been through these interviews? especially the ANU interview !! any tips? what kinda questions will they ask??? How should i prepare???? Please, oh please, will someone answer me b4 friday??? i'll be flying off by then !!!

btw, anyone from KL here?? please tell me how to get to HELP institute main campus in Damansara by LRT from KL central???? i'm lost !!!! Shocked ( sorry to ask this stupid question...but i'm not from kl.....and going by taxi will definitely punch a hole in my purse !! ) Embarassed

thanks a lot !!!

Good luck for your interviews. For ANU interview, try post a message to wawa. She has been through that interview, and there are a few other ReComers who have been through it too.

In terms of how to get to HELP campus in Damansara. Try to go to Putra Bangsar LRT, and from there take a cab. Take from opposite maybank section. It should cost you around RM6 or so for taxi. Make sure that the taxi driver use meter.

[wawa]

ANU --> keep calm and don't get intimidated by the sheer number of eyes looking at you :wink:

[juventus]

hey guys,

any tips on preparing for an interview?

what should i do now (instead of watching CSIs reruns..haha) to prepare myself?

what are the most common topics asked in interviews? what should a gal with nil experience in public speking or debating do?

i would greatly appreciate any tips ..thanks

[chenchow]

hey guys,

any tips on preparing for an interview?

what should i do now (instead of watching CSIs reruns..haha) to prepare myself?

what are the most common topics asked in interviews? what should a gal with nil experience in public speking or debating do?

i would greatly appreciate any tips ..thanks

try to read up on current affairs, especially related to Malaysia. Among the topics that have been asked before, include racial unity, national service, sports, co-cu etc. I would let those who have gone through the interview for the past few years to post here to share their interview.

The interview would be done in a group of about 6 students. And the main thing is that the interviewer would observe you all, and let you all discuss the topic for an hour. Through the process, you would be evaluated on your knowledge, leadership abilities, listening skills, presentation skills etc. Do take note that speaking a lot and dominating the discussion would do you no good. Moderation is the key, and you would need to guide others in sharing, and lead the discussion.

Please feel free to post here at ReCom.org on any question.

[Jhuen]

oh yah, u can try to predict the questions that interviewers may ask..common ones include (for one to one interview)-tell me about yourselfthis is a long one), why do u choose this course, how can u help the economy if u choose so and so course, why do we(the interviewers) need u ..etc...

jus a few examples :D

[chenchow]

To those ReComers who are preparing to apply for JPA Scholarships this year (i.e. SPM 2005 candidates), do start preparation, and please feel free to post your questions here.

Do start form discussion group, and utilize ReCom to generate discussion topic together, and help one another in terms of preparation.

[DecentMerson]

well... it's campus-interview season here at Umich... from my experience so far, i think http://interview.monster.com/ is really helpful and accurate for interview generally, not so much on scholarships interview, but some of the tips available there are very helpful...

[lXl]

are the interviews conducted in BM, Eng or BM & Eng ?

[Jhuen]

mostly in english..for jpa, english.for bnm english. but u're required to write essays both in bm and english.

[chenchow]

I would say that the best way to decide which language to use, would be to observe what language the interviewer would be using. That would be a benchmark, and I think the best way would be to demonstrate that you are fluent in conversing both languages.

In terms of JPA interview, it would be group discussion, and hence, your ability to discuss issues in English would be essential. It would be essential for you to demonstrate your leadership abilities, and hence, if you are able to switch between using more complicated and simple english during the interview, where you get to showcase your language fluency, as well as being able to relate to those who are poorer in english.

A lot of those performance in interview does not only lie within your content. It is to demonstrate your wholesome abilities to the interviewer. And the essential aspects, include your leadership abilities, knowledge in current affairs, ability to think on the feet, present well, listen well to others' opinion and synthesize them, summarize the discussion etc. Often, you would need to observe how others react, and guide everyone in the group. You are being judged in such manner, and not by how much content you share. That is the most common pitfall.

A lot of students tend to over dominate the discussion, and hence they have a false impression that they do well in the interview. They may know the most, but by over-dominating, they do not display the characteristic worthy of a scholar.

This is the thread from last year's scholarship interview discussion:-

Click here (http://www.recom.org/modules.php?name=Forums&file=viewtopic&t=1800)

[hhhcce]

My JPA topic was if Malaysian intends to be a centre of intelligency why JPA is still sending students oversea.Actually,as far as I know,this question is very tricky in the sense that if you say anything bad about the quality of the Malaysian education system,you are going to accept a letter of saying no.How to prepare for the interview?Take your time to think about some questions you might not be able to answer such as:

1.Are you going to stay in the other country to get your master?
Pls say no.Because I want to work in Malaysia as stated in the agreement.

2.What course do you want to take and where do you want to go?
You must at least know where do you want to go.Because by saying 'I dont know' ,you are showing that you are unprepared.

3.Why do you want to get JPA scholarship(my essay question)?

[Jhuen]

my jpa topic was rather straightforward-national service.the essay topic was something which i expected to be part of the group interview, instead it was the essay title-why do want to choose course A?

[lXl]

thx for the advice. any other tricky questions like that ? i heard one about if u are going to accept the scholarship (medic i think ) if the country offered will be S.korea or was it N. korea ?, etc (not ur choice)... i guess the should-be answer will be a definite YES as i cannot afford to do a medic degree and my priority is serving the gov. with dignity and giving back to the society....... ??????

[lXl]

Jhuen wrote,

mostly in english..for jpa, english.for bnm english. but u're required to write essays both in bm and english.

isit 2 languages for 1 topic ?

[chenchow]

Jhuen wrote,

mostly in english..for jpa, english.for bnm english. but u're required to write essays both in bm and english.

isit 2 languages for 1 topic ?

Mostly it would be in English. It is rarely in BM, but be prepared for the unexpected.

Hope that more ReComers who have gone through interview would share their experience here, and for those preparing, do start and prepare early~!

[twxin]

i hav heard that the jpa scholarship application form are not publish in the star newspaper ....
is it true n where can i get it ?

does anybody know where to get the petronas scholarship application form ... :wink:

[chenchow]

i hav heard that the jpa scholarship application form are not publish in the star newspaper ....
is it true n where can i get it ?

does anybody know where to get the petronas scholarship application form ... :wink:

JPA application form would be online at JPA esila website. If I don't remember wrongly, it would be in http://esila.jpa.gov.my . It should be there around end of February.

For Petronas scholarship, do check on Petronas scholarship.

[hummybear]

A lot of those performance in interview does not only lie within your content. It is to demonstrate your wholesome abilities to the interviewer. And the essential aspects, include your leadership abilities, knowledge in current affairs, ability to think on the feet, present well, listen well to others' opinion and synthesize them, summarize the discussion etc. Often, you would need to observe how others react, and guide everyone in the group. You are being judged in such manner, and not by how much content you share. That is the most common pitfall.

A lot of students tend to over dominate the discussion, and hence they have a false impression that they do well in the interview. They may know the most, but by over-dominating, they do not display the characteristic worthy of a scholar.

Click here (http://www.recom.org/modules.php?name=Forums&file=viewtopic&t=1800)

chenchow, is this correct of what i should do during the group interview..

first, i start the discussion of my study case if nobody speaks.but if someone does,just listen to him/her.right?and ask question only when he/she finishes.
em,do you it's ok to interrupt him/her during the presentation if i find that some of his/her remarks are fake or not suitable or something that i just do not agree with?
and what is everyone else in my group are so shy to talk or very quiet like they're having gold in their mouth while i'm the only one who actually want to talk?does that mean i'm over-dominating?

for example,i give you this one situation happened to me during the mara interview.
i started the discussion,reluctantly,because everyone hesitated to.when i finished eleborating my study case,there was silence again.no one continued or asked me anything.relising the awkwadness,i asked a girl in my group "would u want to say something about your study case?" luckily,she went on telling us about her study case.soon after that,there was silence for what it felt like a few hours.again,i asked another girl the same question and also a couple of boys.same thing happened everytime they finished about their study case.they just wouldnt talk.anyway,that means,everytime i have to ask questions by questions,while of course stand by my case.but what happened in the end is so frustrating.after half an hour,a boy suddently showed his 'fed up' expression and said he agreed with my idea.and so did the others.it seemed to me like he was giving me a message of "fine,whatever you say,miss.." hah,that was the end of our discussion. did i over-dominating?

[juventus]

well, these are just my thoughts.

in the way you described ur interview, i would think you did just fine. nobody can put the blame on you if your fellow group members weren't willing to talk.

but if you were talking too much, you were most probably taking away your group members' opportunities to talk.

i had this experience where everyone was supposed to speak about what they liked or disliked in the camp. the gal before me was over enthusiastic and when it was my turn, i had nothing left to say. she took all the words off my mouth. i was frustrated but i couldn't do anything about it.

maybe that's how your group felt about you. but these are just my thoughts.

[Anonymous87]

lXl wrote:
Jhuen wrote,

Quote:
mostly in english..for jpa, english.for bnm english. but u're required to write essays both in bm and english.


isit 2 languages for 1 topic ?


As for bnm, you need to write 2 essays, 1 in english and 1 in bm for 2 different topics, while for jpa, you only need to write one - in English as the question is given in English.

[chenchow]

Hummybear, in my opinion, what you have done are pretty good. I think that you have displayed your leadership abilities in leading the discussion and getting everyone to participate.

I am not sure on whether you overdominate at the start. Do you speak for very long time at the start? Perhaps, in the future, fellow ReComers could weigh it by sharing a couple of your strongest point, and pass the opportunities around, before further elaborating on it.

And on fellow ReComers saying that all points were said by others, I would say that there are a lot for you to add on. You could add some examples, statistics etc on some points given by others. Substantiate further points given by others. Or even, do some interim summary to further lead the discussion. There are a lot of aspects that could be done.

We could discuss all these here in ReCom. Please keep the questions coming.

[Larry]

i hav heard that the jpa scholarship application form are not publish in the star newspaper ....
is it true n where can i get it ?

does anybody know where to get the petronas scholarship application form ... :wink:

You can get it in the Bank Simpanan Nasional.

[Tasslehoff]

Hullo all :P
I'm kinda wondering.... what to expect for a Yale interview?
Sigh.. I dread interviews :/ never seem to be good at marketing myself..

[crapzzz]

Hope everyone is willingly keeping the ball rolling............... let's be the achiver together

[crapzzz]

Is it we hv to speak up with a 'format' in a group interview? For instance, we have to give introduction, then the content and then the conclusion?

IMHO, a group interview shud be done in the pattern of sharing information which doesnt require us to summarize wad we hv spoken and then make a conclusion each time we finish our elaboration. I think we shud react like we r hving discussion with frens. If jpa really wants us to follow certain format, they shud hv ask us to perform a short public speaking one by one, why on earth they want us 2 do a group interview?? (correct me if i m wrong)

BTW, i m a fresh spm leaver which do not hv experience in attending any interviews......... =D
and sorry if my post offended any of u..........

[MothBall]

baca surat khabar, berlatih bercakap di depan cermin, kemudian buat senaman supaya tidak gemuk agar nampak "fit".

[crapzzz]

ignore this post.........erorr

[chenchow]

Is it we hv to speak up with a 'format' in a group interview? For instance, we have to give introduction, then the content and then the conclusion?

IMHO, a group interview shud be done in the pattern of sharing information which doesnt require us to summarize wad we hv spoken and then make a conclusion each time we finish our elaboration. I think we shud react like we r hving discussion with frens. If jpa really wants us to follow certain format, they shud hv ask us to perform a short public speaking one by one, why on earth they want us 2 do a group interview?? (correct me if i m wrong)

BTW, i m a fresh spm leaver which do not hv experience in attending any interviews......... =D
and sorry if my post offended any of u..........

The main reason that they are having group interview is because it would simulate real world meeting situation, and hence it would be able to see how you would coordinate discussion in meetings. So, basically, it would be just as if you are leading some meetings in government and corporate world.

[crapzzz]

That means one of the member of the group will be the chairman who conduct the discussion or the interviewer will be the chairman?
And if we are appointed 2 be the chairman, is it we hv a bigger chance 2 get the scholarship? I mean get higher marks in the g.interview.

[Patrick]

In my group, there wasn't any leader. We just spoke and answered the interviewer's questions

[crapzzz]

ermmm...... the interviewer asked everyone of u each question and u all hv 2 answer it one by one?
that means like u are doin solo interview in front of a group of ppl?

[Jhuen]

actually, in my case,it was like a discussion. the interviewer gave us the topic(which was national service) and we just started the ball rolling...opinions, experiences, etc.the interviewer just chipped in along the way..

[Patrick]

Well, it was actually a group interview in which a topic was chosen by the interviewer. Mine was courtesy.
The interview asked questions when the discussion got stuck, mainly because of immature comments.

Don't you ever make immature comments. They're dumb and hilarious.

There was a guy who did this.

Interviewer = What do you think of the government's initiative to launch the courtesy campaign?
Guy = I think that it's useless.......useless! Nobody cares about these things.

Gosh, he should've rephrased it or something.

[kevinkent]

Ermmm… since there are people mentioning their interview experiences, so let me share with you all about mine. I did apply for Petronas scholarship, and then guess what? I was qualified to educamp! But obviously not so good enough the get the scholarship, ( I mean is actually sponsorship, you have to pay them back by working with them)……I failed…sigh….. Any way, this is whats going on during the three-days educamp in Tronoh ,UTP .

First day, was the registration day and students started to make new friends. We had ice-breaking and lots of group activities which were really fun-packed. The students had the chances to go around the university. The library was huge! Definitely first-rate! See it for yourself.

The second day, we also had some activities going on, but during the afternoon time it was mainly about the paper test including logical test, English Proficiency Test and another one ( I have forgotten about it already). The third day was the interview day. The sequence or the numbers for the students were selected randomly, so it was fair to everyone.

Third day,
The students were given an issue for their interview. There were two kinds of interview: the individual one and the group one. Students were given 30 minutes to prepare for the interview in a big room that’s fits about 100 students at a time and no discussion was allowed. The individual interview was given 7 minutes and the group one was 10 minutes. There were about five or six students in a group for the group discussion.
The interview was conducted in not-so-large rooms, sort of office rooms and there will be at least two interviewers in every room.

During the interview,
I was given an issue about the environmental problem and a task to figure whether I support the environmental campaign or not, that was the individual one. For the group discussion, we had to give the best solution to curb the pollution that’s happening as a Youth club. The individual one was okay I think. But in the group discussion, I don’t know whether I was doing the right thing…..let you all to judge that….. There were five students in my group. When the interviewer said: “You all may begin…”. There was a total silence in the room. That really took me aback. So, I took initiative to begin that discussion. I have my own idea about that issue, but I didn’t mention it yet just in case they would think that I was over dominating the discussion. What I wanted to do was to make the discussion start. I asked a Malay girl beside me about what is her idea about that issue. Then, she began to talk about the idea that she had in mind. Next, was another Malay boy elaborating about his thought. Yes, yes, finally they started to talk… However, it seemed like back-fired to me. In the room, just the two of them kept on talking. The boy: mine is this solution…..about technology, about bullet train like Japan. The girl: I prefer this ….bacteria to overcome the oil-leaking in the sea. The boy: yeah, I quite agree yours….The girl: so….The boy: but mine one also…Hei, Where is my turn and the other two? At last, when they started to take breath, I quickly joined in and mentioned my solution. My solution was the law enforcement from the government. AGREE?.....then I did lead another Malay girl to give her ideas. She said about through education ways. I did mention that I agree with the education idea and not too agree with the technology. And I stated my reasons for why I not so agree with techno thingy simply because we were assumed to be a Youth club, and we don’t have such investment to do it, like the bullet train and bacteria, they are highly-cost. All those I do it in alternate times and did let the others to give their opinion. In the end, it became government VS technology. Finally, the interviewer said it’s time up. Our group had yet come out with the best solution and all of the sudden, the Malay boy just voice out and said that “we have chosen the technology as the best solution”. Everyone was in shock, but they didn’t do anything. I was in shock too. The panel did ask us, “Do you all agree with that?”. Everyone just nodded, then I don’t know how… that I raise up my hand and said “Can I add a little thing?”. How about putting this all together in a word that’s “GOVERNMENT”? I said everyone has the chances to carry out the project. Like five of us, we can make our own proposal and see if that approved by the government…it is very fair to everyone...anyway, anything that we do must go through the government approval. Then, the rest of three persons except the techno boy agreed with me….. That’s how the discussion ends.

Am I being too rude? Or am I being so not tolerable? Am I doing the right thing?
I need some advise here…. From anyone….I just don’t know whether
I’m doing the right or wrong thing in the interview…. Sorry for the long story….
Chenchow, any advise there?

[chenchow]

Ermmm? since there are people mentioning their interview experiences, so let me share with you all about mine. I did apply for Petronas scholarship, and then guess what? I was qualified to educamp! But obviously not so good enough the get the scholarship, ( I mean is actually sponsorship, you have to pay them back by working with them)??I failed?sigh?.. Any way, this is whats going on during the three-days educamp in Tronoh ,UTP .

First day, was the registration day and students started to make new friends. We had ice-breaking and lots of group activities which were really fun-packed. The students had the chances to go around the university. The library was huge! Definitely first-rate! See it for yourself.

The second day, we also had some activities going on, but during the afternoon time it was mainly about the paper test including logical test, English Proficiency Test and another one ( I have forgotten about it already). The third day was the interview day. The sequence or the numbers for the students were selected randomly, so it was fair to everyone.

Third day,
The students were given an issue for their interview. There were two kinds of interview: the individual one and the group one. Students were given 30 minutes to prepare for the interview in a big room that?s fits about 100 students at a time and no discussion was allowed. The individual interview was given 7 minutes and the group one was 10 minutes. There were about five or six students in a group for the group discussion.
The interview was conducted in not-so-large rooms, sort of office rooms and there will be at least two interviewers in every room.

During the interview,
I was given an issue about the environmental problem and a task to figure whether I support the environmental campaign or not, that was the individual one. For the group discussion, we had to give the best solution to curb the pollution that?s happening as a Youth club. The individual one was okay I think. But in the group discussion, I don?t know whether I was doing the right thing?..let you all to judge that?.. There were five students in my group. When the interviewer said: ?You all may begin??. There was a total silence in the room. That really took me aback. So, I took initiative to begin that discussion. I have my own idea about that issue, but I didn?t mention it yet just in case they would think that I was over dominating the discussion. What I wanted to do was to make the discussion start. I asked a Malay girl beside me about what is her idea about that issue. Then, she began to talk about the idea that she had in mind. Next, was another Malay boy elaborating about his thought. Yes, yes, finally they started to talk? However, it seemed like back-fired to me. In the room, just the two of them kept on talking. The boy: mine is this solution?..about technology, about bullet train like Japan. The girl: I prefer this ?.bacteria to overcome the oil-leaking in the sea. The boy: yeah, I quite agree yours?.The girl: so?.The boy: but mine one also?Hei, Where is my turn and the other two? At last, when they started to take breath, I quickly joined in and mentioned my solution. My solution was the law enforcement from the government. AGREE?.....then I did lead another Malay girl to give her ideas. She said about through education ways. I did mention that I agree with the education idea and not too agree with the technology. And I stated my reasons for why I not so agree with techno thingy simply because we were assumed to be a Youth club, and we don?t have such investment to do it, like the bullet train and bacteria, they are highly-cost. All those I do it in alternate times and did let the others to give their opinion. In the end, it became government VS technology. Finally, the interviewer said it?s time up. Our group had yet come out with the best solution and all of the sudden, the Malay boy just voice out and said that ?we have chosen the technology as the best solution?. Everyone was in shock, but they didn?t do anything. I was in shock too. The panel did ask us, ?Do you all agree with that??. Everyone just nodded, then I don?t know how? that I raise up my hand and said ?Can I add a little thing??. How about putting this all together in a word that?s ?GOVERNMENT?? I said everyone has the chances to carry out the project. Like five of us, we can make our own proposal and see if that approved by the government?it is very fair to everyone...anyway, anything that we do must go through the government approval. Then, the rest of three persons except the techno boy agreed with me?.. That?s how the discussion ends.

Am I being too rude? Or am I being so not tolerable? Am I doing the right thing?
I need some advise here?. From anyone?.I just don?t know whether
I?m doing the right or wrong thing in the interview?. Sorry for the long story?.
Chenchow, any advise there?

I personally think that you did pretty well, although there are still room for improvement. In a way, you should have gave a point at the start, and then continued doing how you lead others. That would be ideal.

As I was not there to hear how you present, I would not be a good person to judge. And a lot depends on your language command, way of speaking, fluency, convincingness etc. There are a lot of factors to take into account right? Even your body language etc matters.

[nyai]

i really2 want to know exactly what i have to do during the interview.in very detail.in particular,the individual interview.ok.here how it goes...

the individual interview will de done in a room right(correct me if i am wrong).all the interviewees will wait outside until someone call their name ,right?

ok...
1)if the door of the room is close do i have to knock the door first or just masuk sajala or beri salam dulu?

2)then,when i open the door and at the moment i see the interviewer's faces,should i
a-just smile and go straight to the chair.
b-beri salam(how to say this in english?) and continue a.
-beri salam,smile,close the door back,and wait there until they ask me to do something.

3)should i ask their permission to sit or should i just stand beside the chair and wait for them to say something

4)do i have to shake hand with the interviewers.and if i should,when?before i sit or before i go out(after the interview is finish)and if the interviewer is a woman especially if she is muslim(i'm muslim),do i still have to do so?

5)after i have my seat,do i need to say something or just shut the hell up and wait for them to do so.

PLEASE HELP ME man!!!i have been thinking all this for such along time.anyway if u guys have something else about what to do please feel free to inform me ok?

p/smy english is quite suck.please correct it if i wrote something wrong.

[AtMostFear]

Basically I'm just saying here based on my knowledge, so bear with me please :)

1)if the door of the room is close do i have to knock the door first or just masuk sajala or beri salam dulu?
If the door is closed, I'd knock it and wait for the interviewer to give a respond (like nodding), then only I'll enter. while entering (the moment you first stepped in and while looking at them), I'll say assalamualaikum or good evening and such.

2)then,when i open the door and at the moment i see the interviewer's faces,should i
a-just smile and go straight to the chair.
b-beri salam(how to say this in english?) and continue a.
-beri salam,smile,close the door back,and wait there until they ask me to do something.
beri salam,smile,close the door back,and wait there until they ask me to do something.

3)should i ask their permission to sit or should i just stand beside the chair and wait for them to say something
Normally it's better to stand beside the chair and wait for them to invite you to sit. don't worry, they won't let u stand for too long :P

4)do i have to shake hand with the interviewers.and if i should,when?before i sit or before i go out(after the interview is finish)and if the interviewer is a woman especially if she is muslim(i'm muslim),do i still have to do so?
I'm not quite sure about this, as I handshaked with my interviewer (male of course) in Petronas interview and didn't got the scholarship (lol, or maybe because of something else perhaps). I actually handshaked them on the beginning and at the end of the individual interview. Then, in the group interview, all of us (candidates) handshaked with the interviewer at the end.

on another 2 interviews (MARA), I didn't handshaked with them as they were females (and a Muslim). and yes, I managed to secure the scholarship :D

no no I'm not saying do not handshake the interviewer, as I am too, not really clear about this.


5)after i have my seat,do i need to say something or just shut the hell up and wait for them to do so.
stay silent and just wait for their instructions. normally they'll give a brief instructions on how the interview will be conducted. then they'll start the questioning you and you'll start answering.

FYI, I'm a bumiputra,an MRSM student and took SPM 2005, the interviews I had were based on trial result. hope that clears you up. :wink:

[forever_jas]

this site is really good :lol: i'm also waiting for my spm results..scary.
but what to do..i tried my best already... no regrets!!! jz nervous. no idea how to attend those interviews..browsing thru all these pages..starting to giddy d.. 8O i'm interested in medicine course..any schorlaship to apply besides the JPA??? thx... :oops:
[b]
keep up da great job!!!


c..h..e..e..r..s..

[nyai]

thanx a lot man.i apreciate that.now i feel quite relief.any other recomer wants to give some information on that?

[deaf-knee]

jpa interviews :) ahha. those were the days.

anyhoo the whole point of my post is to remind all you potential scholarship recipients not to worry too much. :) gets you nowhere.

also, pick your course properly, please! give it MUCH thought. medicine is not the only course worth taking, contrary to popular belief.

and if you get the scholarship to do ausmat in intec, I will laugh! :p heh.

[forever_jas]

what la.. sure of course..definately ..i think carefully d ler.. eh.if i'm a science student can i apply for accountancy in jpa ??? well..no worries loh.. :?

[shihnobie]

hello friends... :D

i am also waiting for my SPM 2005 results. however, i am currently doing AusMat in Intec under Petronas sponsorship since jan06. i know many spm2005 leavers would think that i am lucky to get to study early, but trust me, i am willing to exchange places with u guys out there.haha.. am not being grateful, Alhamdulillah, it is just that i think i should have be given more 'playtime' before start studying again :wink:

life in Intec (specifically doing AusMat) is tough. everyday, at Cemara, i wake up at 6am. classes start at 8am till 6pm. i arrive at Cemara back at 6.30pm. monday-friday. monday=tuesday=wednesday=thursday=friday. there are lots of assignments, homeworks, quizzes, tests, presentations etc. no wonder my seniors told me, before i went to Intec, that AusMat is the 'toughest' programme at Intec. tough in terms of workloads...

furthermore, i think some (not all) of my friends here are selfish and not very helpful.one day i asked them which topic was going to be asked in our quiz and they did not even care to answer. i was so pissed off. then i went to see my 'real friend' and asked him myself... :evil:

luckily i have few friends that i can rely on. here, i have learnt that i should be tough, fit,independent and ready to overcome any obstacles that lie ahead... :)

frankly, i do not really love :P my combination of subjects (ESLS, Math, Spec Math, Chem, Physics, Pend. Islam, IELTS). i love all my subjects except Physics. i am more into Biology. but it is compulsory for me to study Physics as i am in Geology/Geoscience course.

therefore i am planning to apply for JPA schship (if my result is okay,InsyaAllah). is there any course that does not require me to study Physics? :lol: Pharmacy perhaps? Other than that?

i am currently under Petronas sponsorship? can i switch to JPA later? thank you.

[kevinkent]

hello friends... :D

i am also waiting for my SPM 2005 results. however, i am currently doing AusMat in Intec under Petronas sponsorship since jan06. i know many spm2005 leavers would think that i am lucky to get to study early, but trust me, i am willing to exchange places with u guys out there.haha.. am not being grateful, Alhamdulillah, it is just that i think i should have be given more 'playtime' before start studying again :wink:

life in Intec (specifically doing AusMat) is tough. everyday, at Cemara, i wake up at 6am. classes start at 8am till 6pm. i arrive at Cemara back at 6.30pm. monday-friday. monday=tuesday=wednesday=thursday=friday. there are lots of assignments, homeworks, quizzes, tests, presentations etc. no wonder my seniors told me, before i went to Intec, that AusMat is the 'toughest' programme at Intec. tough in terms of workloads...

furthermore, i think some (not all) of my friends here are selfish and not very helpful.one day i asked them which topic was going to be asked in our quiz and they did not even care to answer. i was so pissed off. then i went to see my 'real friend' and asked him myself... :evil:

luckily i have few friends that i can rely on. here, i have learnt that i should be tough, fit,independent and ready to overcome any obstacles that lie ahead... :)

frankly, i do not really love :P my combination of subjects (ESLS, Math, Spec Math, Chem, Physics, Pend. Islam, IELTS). i love all my subjects except Physics. i am more into Biology. but it is compulsory for me to study Physics as i am in Geology/Geoscience course.

therefore i am planning to apply for JPA schship (if my result is okay,InsyaAllah). is there any course that does not require me to study Physics? :lol: Pharmacy perhaps? Other than that?

i am currently under Petronas sponsorship? can i switch to JPA later? thank you.

Shihnobie, can you explain to me about what is AusMat programme in Intec? :roll:

[crapzzz]

Shinobie, may i noe y u wanna switch to JPA scholarship? If i m not mistaken, the petronas scholarship provide u an oversea study rite?

[shihnobie]

Yes crapzzz, Petronas SPONSORSHIP(only) provides me the chance to study at overseas. I just wanna know the probabilities, that's all. :)

[AtMostFear]

4)do i have to shake hand with the interviewers.and if i should,when?before i sit or before i go out(after the interview is finish)and if the interviewer is a woman especially if she is muslim(i'm muslim),do i still have to do so?


taken from http://tinkosong.blogspot.com/2006/02/interviews-interview-tip-2.html

2. Other First Impressions

There's one thing that interviewers usually look out for and that's your handshake. By shaking your hand, the interviewer can make a decent guess about your character. A firm handshake, with a good grip, denotes confidence while a weak handshake denotes the opposite (of course). But, I'd advise not to overdo it. Firm handshake, but no longer than about 2-3 seconds. If not, you might seem a bit overzealous. So, yeah, handshakes do count and are a pretty good indicator of your confidence level.

Another thing that most people tend to overlook is your walking style. Do you timidly trotter into the room (check out the alliteration - haha), march military style into the room or stride into the room? A good walk, positive, head up and facing the world is usually a good sign. Slouching, dragging your feet, and a very slow walk won't be much good. The cliche term "Keep your head up" is a really useful term though. So, stride into the room, all guns blazing, head up and give your interviewer a firm handshake. Show him or her that you mean business.

[vseehua]

what la.. sure of course..definately ..i think carefully d ler.. eh.if i'm a science student can i apply for accountancy in jpa ??? well..no worries loh.. :?

yes you can...just put whatever option that interests you in the form... :)

[forever_jas]

i can put anything??? how many choices do i have??? jz back from da star penang edu fair.. most of all..no money no talk..lol..esp private colleges..but da medicine talk was bravo!!! do anyone out there know what is a jpa loan??? can i know more bout it??? thx alot..

[chenchow]

what la.. sure of course..definately ..i think carefully d ler.. eh.if i'm a science student can i apply for accountancy in jpa ??? well..no worries loh.. :?

yes you can...just put whatever option that interests you in the form... :)

I disagree with this. For JPA, you do need to take accountancy for SPM to apply for accountancy. Being in science stream is fine. Do check the official JPA scholarship form for the actual requirements. Do follow the requirements listed, or else, you would not even get the chance to be interviewed.

[chenchow]

4)do i have to shake hand with the interviewers.and if i should,when?before i sit or before i go out(after the interview is finish)and if the interviewer is a woman especially if she is muslim(i'm muslim),do i still have to do so?


taken from http://tinkosong.blogspot.com/2006/02/interviews-interview-tip-2.html

2. Other First Impressions

There's one thing that interviewers usually look out for and that's your handshake. By shaking your hand, the interviewer can make a decent guess about your character. A firm handshake, with a good grip, denotes confidence while a weak handshake denotes the opposite (of course). But, I'd advise not to overdo it. Firm handshake, but no longer than about 2-3 seconds. If not, you might seem a bit overzealous. So, yeah, handshakes do count and are a pretty good indicator of your confidence level.

Another thing that most people tend to overlook is your walking style. Do you timidly trotter into the room (check out the alliteration - haha), march military style into the room or stride into the room? A good walk, positive, head up and facing the world is usually a good sign. Slouching, dragging your feet, and a very slow walk won't be much good. The cliche term "Keep your head up" is a really useful term though. So, stride into the room, all guns blazing, head up and give your interviewer a firm handshake. Show him or her that you mean business.

I think if the interviewer is a woman, and you think that she may not be comfortable to shake hand, do try to offer, but if she does not accept it, do take it back. If you have seen her rejecting hand shake from others, then do not offer your hands.

I fully agree with this interview tip quoted from tinkosong.

[forever_jas]

thx..do u know what is a jpa loan??? can i know more bout it??? is it tough to study form 6 if i wanna be a doctor???

[vseehua]

thx..do u know what is a jpa loan??? can i know more bout it??? is it tough to study form 6 if i wanna be a doctor???

well...most people will say form 6 is tough..esp if you are taking bio...but still it depends on you, if you enjoy the times,then it's not suffering.. :)

[nyai]

btw,just wondering,when will the result come out?

[Smilehoe]

btw,just wondering,when will the result come out?

http://thestar.com.my/news/story.asp?file=/2006/2/14/nation/13382848&sec=nation

According to our Ministry of Education, it will likely be two or three days after the date of release of the National Service trainees which is March 11.

[forever_jas]

a|y0... i need to know bout da jpa loan...

[hhhcce]

For those who want to apply for medicine in JPA,please think twice before you apply.I saw a lot of students just simply want to be a doctor because of getting lots of money. For JPA medicine, it is quite impossible to get it unless your result is very good.(What I mean is a string of A1).Although there are still some cases where students which which A getting JPA.S,my advice is think this from now.It doesn;t mean that you shouldn't apply to JPA medicine.But, the message I want to convey is that don't simply apply medicine because you think you can earn a lot of money.

The JPA interview usually is divided into batches.You may not be able to get into the first interview.You may get into second batch.So,dont be panic if all your friends get the offer letters and you don't get it.Your offer letter may arrive a one week later.So,my advice is that be prepared for any kinds of question.Any question,please PM me

[forever_jas]

For those who want to apply for medicine in JPA,please think twice before you apply.I saw a lot of students just simply want to be a doctor because of getting lots of money. For JPA medicine, it is quite impossible to get it unless your result is very good.(What I mean is a string of A1).Although there are still some cases where students which which A getting JPA.S,my advice is think this from now.It doesn;t mean that you shouldn't apply to JPA medicine.But, the message I want to convey is that don't simply apply medicine because you think you can earn a lot of money.

The JPA interview usually is divided into batches.You may not be able to get into the first interview.You may get into second batch.So,dont be panic if all your friends get the offer letters and you don't get it.Your offer letter may arrive a one week later.So,my advice is that be prepared for any kinds of question.Any question,please PM me

well mayb some of them think doctors really earn much..n they jz wanan b a doc jz to earn money..its totally wrong to think that being d doc jz to earn money..haiz...i really wanna b a doc..but financial prob..so jpa is the ONLY ONLY way ok?but..stil gotta wait for result..doctors earn every single penny with their hard work..doctor is not an easy job..its challenging..interesting..i'm not tht money face ok? the chances to get a medic course after stpm is even slimer..wel..what can i say...:(

i realy hope i can go thru da jpa interview..n my results are good..what the use now..jz gotta wait n see..any other scholarship i can apply to get medicine???thx...

[zell_ll]

Malaysian Govt Doctors Criteria :
Criterias for becoming a Malaysian Govt Doctor.
Theres no need for an aptitude test. Students
should consider these requirements:

1. No life outside medicine; this includes dating,
sports, clubbing, chores for your parents and
visiting the toilet----->*sigh*

2. Not to live with your parents. Move out ASAP as
they will never understand the ludicrous working
hours that u go through. Furthermore, chores are
not suitable for u as to rule No. 1.

3. Not to be married until completion of all 4
years of Govt Compulsory service as u will be
transferred left and right to some of the most
remote Govt clinics in Malaysia. Having wife and
kids to follow you to your new working area may
increase high level of stress on all parties.
Furthermore, if your spouse is a Govt Doctor,
he/she will also be transferred away from u and no
matter what appeal is made, KKM will put up a deaf
ear (unless u have big cables or of a certain skin
color).

4. If married, no to have children until u finish
all 4 years of Govt Compulsory service, as to
which u and your spouse will not have much time
for your child/children or they end up not
recognizing u and refer the Indonesian maid as
their mother (change in language patterns
commonly follow).

5. To obtain life insurance once your govt service
begins as there is not many claims for accidents
during work. Don't be fooled, Doctoring in
Malaysia is hazardous.----->ahaks...

6. Able to withstand 36 hours of non stop work and
stress without mistakenly labeling Left for Right
or uvula for vulva...----->wakaka...ada ker dr. bley
tertukar uvula ngan vulva??hihi..

7. To buy a car with complete safety features
(like I'm doing) which includes multiple airbags,
ABS, EBD, side-front-rear-top-parallel and
diagonal impact bars and seat belts to ensure
survivability if u are involved in an accident
because your driving resembled a drunkard maniac
after working in the hospital for 40 hrs non stop.

8. Constant supply of coffee-----> true..so
true...ehehe....

9. Nicotine Patch as u will have the urge to start
smoking due to overwhelming stress---->
hmmmm..???

10. Interest in watching medical sitcoms such as
House MD, Scrubs, ER, Grays Anatomy and
Chicago Hope to inspire u to continue your life as a
doctor as the exciting things u see on TV does not
resemble the real life of a Malaysian govt doctor--->
haha....that's what im doing rite now...walaupun x
jadik dr.lg..

11. Not to have any pets or plants (not even
cactuses) as u will have no time to feed or care
for them and eventually all will end up in your
mortuary---> boley dissect ramai2....kui3....

12. Able to endure the stench of your own sweat as
to when 36 hours "on call" does not permit u time
to bathe or freshen up---- euwww...wut to do...

13. Able to carry on working without food or water
over 15 hours. ( I was in OT for 16 hrs without
food, water or bathroom breaks). If during fasting
month, able to break your fast with water for
injection as u had no time to buy food---->uhuhu....

14. Able to come to work with fever/cough/illness
or physical disability (sprained ankle etc) as to
which doctors do not deserve MCs. (My MO was
on crutches during rounds)------>haiyaaaa.......

15. Able to stand scolding, destructive criticism,
kiss ass behaviors, racial bias, finger pointing,
scape goating, and in competency from your
superiors----> lookin' forward to be
criticised!!!(yeah
rite!!!)uwaaa!!!

16. Able to withstand the jealousy when your
friends call u up for some fun and ur stuck in the
hospital during on call----> hampeh....ni mmg tak
aci..huhu..

The list goes on. These requirements should be
sent out to all doctor wannabes and for them to
determine if their life coincides with the Malaysian
Medical Health service of doctors under KKM

To those who want to apply for JPA medicine, think carefully before you apply...although these look extreme...but somehow it might be true..however become a doctor is good choice..but be prepare to work hard if u get it... :)

[vseehua]

nice points there...no point being a doc if you only thinks it offers lots of money or you are being forced into it by your parents...lots of people i've met who want to take med just want the fame or money nia...

[Taek]

Hi, I am new to this web site and wow, guess what? I find it cool...
anyway, I scored my SPM trial with 11 A1's and I was only offered ASEAN so far...and i simply rejected as my ambition is to become a doctor.

What I want to ask is that are there any scholarships available for me, I mean which they look at our trial result, cause frankly I am quite "kinda worry" for my SPM result...

And as for JPA, can anyone give some examples on how to write a good application essay? Because sometimes I intended to put up a lofty play of vocabulary in my essays, and thus sometimes...you know...quite worry about it...

What about the attire?
hope to hear from someone....thank you in advance

[gal_flower]

Hi, I am new to this web site and wow, guess what? I find it cool...
anyway, I scored my SPM trial with 11 A1's and I was only offered ASEAN so far...and i simply rejected as my ambition is to become a doctor.

What I want to ask is that are there any scholarships available for me, I mean which they look at our trial result, cause frankly I am quite "kinda worry" for my SPM result...

And as for JPA, can anyone give some examples on how to write a good application essay? Because sometimes I intended to put up a lofty play of vocabulary in my essays, and thus sometimes...you know...quite worry about it...

What about the attire?
hope to hear from someone....thank you in advance

You only have your trial exam results, so what do you expect?

I don't know how you could possibly expect scholarship offers based on your trial exam results. ASEAN accepted you, so I'm assuming that you're a pretty active person in school etc. But if you're 'kinda worried' about your SPM, why do you think that someone's gonna give you a scholarship based on your trials only? What is it that makes your trial exam results stand out amongst the thousands of students who is taking SPM too?

A good application essay has nothing to do with a grandiose display of vocabulary. It should carry an important message that you want to convey and it should display a level of maturity and understanding of the language of course (which does not equal to vocabulary). It should represent you.

As for attire, if you're a guy, wear business casual. Smart black pants with ironed long-sleeved shirt with necktie. Black shoes preferably. If you're a girl, business casual is appropriate as well. Nothing sleeveless, or short, or so-called 'tidak senonoh'. Baju kurung is the safest to go for JPA interviews.

[dladepalma]

hi everybody..i'm new here..i'm spm leavers..i'm freakin out to wait for this 13th march..btw,there's something bothering me about this scholarship thing..it's about the interview..maybe it's a lil bit too early for me to ask about this as the result is not yet coming out..i'm not very fluent in english..n as we all know..the interview is going to be all in english..so does anyone has any tips for me?

[vseehua]

the usual things...watch more english programs,read more english books (make sure you are interested in the topic b4 you go and buy or borrow it)...magazines and newspapers will be good places to start...

[juventus]

Fluency in english is not a guarantee to success. But the ability to speak out and be confident is. It's more of daring to speak although u know you lack in the english department..

But yea, it u want to improve your english, read, read and read. No two ways bout it.

Good luck!

[nyai]

Fluency in english is not a guarantee to success. But the ability to speak out and be confident is. It's more of daring to speak although u know you lack in the english department..

But yea, it u want to improve your english, read, read and read. No two ways bout it.

Good luck!

agree. also talk,listen,and write constantly.

[hhhcce]

The most important thing is that to be frank and sincere in the interview.Don't lie in the interview.Don't talk something you don't know.

[dladepalma]

thanx a lot..really appreciate it..

[chenchow]

Hope that more ReComers can make full use of ReCom network to prepare for their interview.

[fantasia_gurl]

hi! i'm a new member

i wanna ask some stupid question.... :oops:

if there is an essay titled why do you want the scholarship..
i dont really know how to make the essay looks great.
should i just give some simple answer
:?: my family cant afford my tertiary studies
:?: my brothers and sister still studying

what other answer....i dont know how to impress the reader with my essay.... :!:

i want to apply for proton,gamuda,sime darby, telekom scholarships.. but i dont know where should i get the application forms...
i went to their website but didnt help much...

plizzz....somebody save me
________
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[hhhcce]

i want to apply for proton,gamuda,sime darby, telekom scholarships.. but i dont know where should i get the application forms...
i went to their website but didnt help much...

Proton-The application form will out around July
Sime Darby-only for Pre-U level, I suppose
Telekom Malaysia-It is all in the website, you have to find it carefully

if there is an essay titled why do you want the scholarship..
i dont really know how to make the essay looks great.
should i just give some simple answer
my family cant afford my tertiary studies
my brothers and sister still studying

Put everything in:
Your ambition
Your family financial situation

[Seiryu]

Hei er.. if the question is like " Wat do you think about Malaysia's police?" just an example of cos.. the point is. Should i close one eye and puji puji Malaysia or speak from my heart?(speak from my heart = not giving face).

Same thing goes to essay, should i puji or speak the truth?

Well if i puji, means i will be faking myself in front of them, which is hard... you know lar.. the face, the smile, and all... Wat do u think? Thx for helping.

[andrewlza]

puji, then bash.

be honest, be yourself.

strike a balance. eg u understand their great responsibility, that generally they have done a good job of keeping malaysia safe, but some of them have to be more dedicated and responsible and courteous and more well versed in human rights and less corrupt, yadayadayada.

[Goch]

Hi I am new at ReCom.

I had read alot tips about interviews and stuff..And one of the tips is to prepare question[s] in case we were asked 'Do You Have any Questions' by the interviewer.

Can Anyone give some examples what questions to be asked?
(for example to apply for JPA scholarship)
Thx

[chenchow]

Hei er.. if the question is like " Wat do you think about Malaysia's police?" just an example of cos.. the point is. Should i close one eye and puji puji Malaysia or speak from my heart?(speak from my heart = not giving face).

Same thing goes to essay, should i puji or speak the truth?

Well if i puji, means i will be faking myself in front of them, which is hard... you know lar.. the face, the smile, and all... Wat do u think? Thx for helping.

Give a good synthesis of the situation. You would need to substantiate anything you say with actual facts, and not mere here-say. You are expected to provide constructive improvement suggestions. Be critical, but be constructive. Provide solutions, or ideas on how to solve the situation. It is not for you to point fingers, but to act as responsible Malaysians to work hand in hand to solve problems. Show how you and other citizen can help to solve the problem.

[Seiryu]

Give a good synthesis of the situation. You would need to substantiate anything you say with actual facts, and not mere here-say. You are expected to provide constructive improvement suggestions. Be critical, but be constructive. Provide solutions, or ideas on how to solve the situation. It is not for you to point fingers, but to act as responsible Malaysians to work hand in hand to solve problems. Show how you and other citizen can help to solve the problem.

Thx a lot.

[AtMostFear]

alright, I really really need an expert's advice here..

when filling up the scholarship forms, it asks if I'm under any scholarship, is it ok to lie? I mean, I'm under MARA right now in UTP, what if I just fill none for the scholarship section on the form? what happens if they find out?

and another one, during any interview, it is appropriate to tell the interviewer that I'm currently 'in blabla university doing blablabla course under yadayada scholarship' ? I mean, will it make a good impression to the interviewer? will they feel like, 'oh, this boy is really good' , or 'heh this dude already got some scholarship, better reject him'? so confusing...any advice?

[chenchow]

alright, I really really need an expert's advice here..

when filling up the scholarship forms, it asks if I'm under any scholarship, is it ok to lie? I mean, I'm under MARA right now in UTP, what if I just fill none for the scholarship section on the form? what happens if they find out?

and another one, during any interview, it is appropriate to tell the interviewer that I'm currently 'in blabla university doing blablabla course under yadayada scholarship' ? I mean, will it make a good impression to the interviewer? will they feel like, 'oh, this boy is really good' , or 'heh this dude already got some scholarship, better reject him'? so confusing...any advice?

It is your call whether to tell them or not, if they do not ask you specifically. That is fine.

However, if they ask, and you lie, it will be an integrity issue. Some people might have been able to get away from it, but personally, I think it is very crucial to have integrity. It is your call.

On whether to tell the interviewers about you having any scholarship, it is up to you. You point out the two scenario, and it is very true. I am not sure which one is better. There is a risk associated, but it could turn out positively. It could backfire too. So, it is up to you to make that decision.

Good Luck~! Prepare early for interview~!

[victorvandort]

during the interview for jpa and bnm scholarship, do we have to bring original copies or certified true copies of the certificates?

[juventus]

Definitely bring your orginal certs along. But read the letter that you would receive carefull should they need you to bring your certified true copies of your certs. They might need it for reference.

[ll_angel86]

I went for an interview.
There were some questions which I felt were kinda tough. I didn't know what to say.
1. Tell me about your family.
-I said I had a younger brother who will probably attend college soon.Mentioned my parents' occupation.
what else?

2. Describe your friends.( I don't get it. this is a weird question.)
-I was stunned by this question.SO, I just crapped something bout my friend studying in Aus ,also business. My friends are talkative. Basically, I just crapped. But I was telling the truth.

How would the rest of u answer?

[kaiba]

I went for an interview.
There were some questions which I felt were kinda tough. I didn't know what to say.
1. Tell me about your family.
-I said I had a younger brother who will probably attend college soon.Mentioned my parents' occupation.
what else?

2. Describe your friends.( I don't get it. this is a weird question.)
-I was stunned by this question.SO, I just crapped something bout my friend studying in Aus ,also business. My friends are talkative. Basically, I just crapped. But I was telling the truth.

How would the rest of u answer?

may i know wat interview tat u attended?? btw, if they ask about my family or about ur self, should i tell them about my financial background s well? coz i m from a Not well-to-do family, so should i tell them how badly i wanted tis scholarship? will tat b abit over do??

[juventus]

went for an interview.
There were some questions which I felt were kinda tough. I didn't know what to say.
1. Tell me about your family.
-I said I had a younger brother who will probably attend college soon.Mentioned my parents' occupation.
what else?

2. Describe your friends.( I don't get it. this is a weird question.)
-I was stunned by this question.SO, I just crapped something bout my friend studying in Aus ,also business. My friends are talkative. Basically, I just crapped. But I was telling the truth.

How would the rest of u answer?
I think I would have mentioned how much my friends mean to me, how they influenced me instead of talking about their background. At least, the interviewer would know more about me instead of my friends.

About family, I guess I would have done the same. Probably mention the sacrifices my parents went through. I think, by putting it that way, the interviever would be able to gauge who we are by our background.

That's just me of course.

What bout other recommers?


may i know wat interview tat u attended?? btw, if they ask about my family or about ur self, should i tell them about my financial background s well? coz i m from a Not well-to-do family, so should i tell them how badly i wanted tis scholarship? will tat b abit over do??

Hmm..that would be your call during the interview. It would be a split second decision because you have to analyse your interviewer. If you think he/she looks symphathetic, then by all means mention how desperate you are for the scholarship. If he/she looks unfriendly, mention your financial background, but don't be too obvious.

Should they ask about your family and yourself, don't immediately start off with your financial background. Start off with how hard your parents work but don't earn so much and how much you want to repay them..Then, you can start by describing yourself and blow your own trumpet in a humble way. During the interview, praise yourself as much as you can because you only get one chance to be with him/her!



Good luck! I hope I answered your questions. Feel free to ask more.

[ll_angel86]

I attended a Taylor's College interview.

[kevinkent]

I attended a Taylor's College interview.

Interview for??
So, how was it??

Mind to share with us?? :roll:

[mikiyo]

Kevin, thanks alot for your information. :D At least I have something in my mind. Although you didn't secure a place for the Petronas scholarship, but I think you did perform well as how you stated. :P

Well, did anyone know someone who had obtained Petronas scholarship? Quite sad to say that I've two seniors who are very excellent academically and in co-cu, didn't get the Petronas scholarship as well.

How did they judge us?[/[color=black]color] What I heard that they can just elimate us because of the colour of the attire we wear...... I really dont know how to get myself prepared for that educamp. Any idea???

[ll_angel86]

Interview for??
So, how was it??

Mind to share with us??

interview for Taylor's World Class scholarship.
Basically, the questions asked are pretty normal except for the one about my friends. that stunned me.

I think I did OK only because I was tired at that time. early morning got up to take bus from Ipoh to KL. Had a quick lunch then interview already. Not sure whether she realised my red eyes and my tiredness or not.

[kevinkent]

Kevin, thanks alot for your information. :D At least I have something in my mind. Although you didn't secure a place for the Petronas scholarship, but I think you did perform well as how you stated. :P

Well, did anyone know someone who had obtained Petronas scholarship? Quite sad to say that I've two seniors who are very excellent academically and in co-cu, didn't get the Petronas scholarship as well.

How did they judge us?[/[color=black]color] What I heard that they can just elimate us because of the colour of the attire we wear...... I really dont know how to get myself prepared for that educamp. Any idea???

You r welcome.....

From where you heard about the colour thingy??
I never heard that before.. not even in educamp.. got this kind of stuff one meh??

About your seniors... I cant say anything as I dont really know them... but guess they might lost their marks during the interview section...

By the way, this is what I learnt from educamp.. and my friends' advices.... try to be as polite and as humble as posibble... but not faking it lar... I assumed you are a gurl is it?? chinese??... I suggest you to wear the baju kurung type during the interview... it is more applicable and more "sopan" like what they said...

Just be yourself during the interview.... I did it but guess my real self is not so impresive harr.... :oops:

I have friends in utp... one thing they have in similar is "confidence"... so be confident with yourself...

Feel free to ask anything....

[chenchow]

Kevin, thanks alot for your information. :D At least I have something in my mind. Although you didn't secure a place for the Petronas scholarship, but I think you did perform well as how you stated. :P

Well, did anyone know someone who had obtained Petronas scholarship? Quite sad to say that I've two seniors who are very excellent academically and in co-cu, didn't get the Petronas scholarship as well.

How did they judge us?[/[color=black]color] What I heard that they can just elimate us because of the colour of the attire we wear...... I really dont know how to get myself prepared for that educamp. Any idea???

Colour of your attire is crucial, especially for corporate companies. It is crucial that you wear clothes that are right for the situation, right?

[CrosshaRe]

From what I heard from a friend at UTP, they try to 'trick' you. He said if they ask u to speak Malay, don't listen to them. If u speak malay, out you go..
And they might offer you tea. They see how 'beradap' you are in taking it.. Again, that's what he said and I don't know how true it is..

[kevinkent]

From what I heard from a friend at UTP, they try to 'trick' you. He said if they ask u to speak Malay, don't listen to them. If u speak malay, out you go..
And they might offer you tea. They see how 'beradap' you are in taking it.. Again, that's what he said and I don't know how true it is..

Whoa, why I din heard of it one when i was in utp??
Lots of weird rumours here... coz everything is just normal during the interviews... no trick... no coffee...

?? :roll:

[ty]

From what I heard from a friend at UTP, they try to 'trick' you. He said if they ask u to speak Malay, don't listen to them. If u speak malay, out you go..
And they might offer you tea. They see how 'beradap' you are in taking it.. Again, that's what he said and I don't know how true it is..

Whoa, why I din heard of it one when i was in utp??
Lots of weird rumours here... coz everything is just normal during the interviews... no trick... no coffee...

?? :roll:


kevinkent....do u mind describe a bit during your interview?
i'm sure guys out thr oso interested in knowing tat... :wink:

[kevinkent]

From what I heard from a friend at UTP, they try to 'trick' you. He said if they ask u to speak Malay, don't listen to them. If u speak malay, out you go..
And they might offer you tea. They see how 'beradap' you are in taking it.. Again, that's what he said and I don't know how true it is..

Whoa, why I din heard of it one when i was in utp??
Lots of weird rumours here... coz everything is just normal during the interviews... no trick... no coffee...

?? :roll:

kevinkent....do u mind describe a bit during your interview?
i'm sure guys out thr oso interested in knowing tat... :wink:

I had already done that...

READ on my post at page three... or click on the URL below:
http://recom.org/modules.php?name=Forums&file=viewtopic&t=3431&postdays=0&postorder=asc&start=30

It is a long story... sad to mention about it :cry: ... ty... mind to tell me which place are you from??? Which part of perlis???

[AtMostFear]

From what I heard from a friend at UTP, they try to 'trick' you. He said if they ask u to speak Malay, don't listen to them. If u speak malay, out you go..
And they might offer you tea. They see how 'beradap' you are in taking it.. Again, that's what he said and I don't know how true it is..

never heard of it during Educamp, yes everything was normal.


kevinkent....do u mind describe a bit during your interview?
i'm sure guys out thr oso interested in knowing tat...

I'm sure there's a lot of post about Educamp already posted at Recom, try to search for it :)

[kevinkent]

Interview for??
So, how was it??

Mind to share with us??

interview for Taylor's World Class scholarship.
Basically, the questions asked are pretty normal except for the one about my friends. that stunned me.

I think I did OK only because I was tired at that time. early morning got up to take bus from Ipoh to KL. Had a quick lunch then interview already. Not sure whether she realised my red eyes and my tiredness or not.

Wow, what an effort you had put on...
Going to KL all the way from Ipoh just for the interview... Tabik!!

By the way, what kind of question do you mean?? the one that stunned you??... mind to tell??? :roll:

[sanzo_reload]

I went to MNRB Scholarship interview and I think it was horrible. I just stuttered a lot. My English is not so good so I stumble to answer the question. They also asked me a lot of weird question like

1)What kind of books do I like to read? I said horror story and she asked me why? So I said because I like the suspence element in it. And she asked me why don't choose another type of books that also have element of suspense in it and I was speechless after that. She also asked me what kind of character am I expecting to see in a story book. I also don't know how to answer this. It was so weird.

2)What kind of working environment do you expect from MNRB? (Also I'm speechless)

3) (I took accountancy) She asked me, where will your career take you?

That was my first interview ever and I think I blew it. It was so horrible. I'm not really the type that speak out so having to do so in the interview is a nightmare for me. I think I lacked of confidence.

In PETRONAS interview, in the individual session, do you have to present the topic that was given to you? Meaning, as if like a speech??

[ftk]

1)What kind of books do I like to read? I said horror story and she asked me why? So I said because I like the suspence element in it. And she asked me why don't choose another type of books that also have element of suspense in it and I was speechless after that. She also asked me what kind of character am I expecting to see in a story book. I also don't know how to answer this. It was so weird.


i got that kind of question too when i went to PETRONAS interview. I said i dont like story book, i'm more into fact based book. So the interviewer ask what kind of fact book i like and before i start to answer another interviewer interrupted. He said school text book right? i quickly denied that and said i hate school text book. when i said that, they kinda shock.

another question they ask is extremely weird one. They ask me if i have a girlfriend. i'm frozen for few seconds then i said i have one. I really have a girlfriend at that time.

i guess my answers for those questions lower my marks.

[DecentMerson]

1)What kind of books do I like to read? I said horror story and she asked me why? So I said because I like the suspence element in it. And she asked me why don't choose another type of books that also have element of suspense in it and I was speechless after that. She also asked me what kind of character am I expecting to see in a story book. I also don't know how to answer this. It was so weird.


i got that kind of question too when i went to PETRONAS interview. I said i dont like story book, i'm more into fact based book. So the interviewer ask what kind of fact book i like and before i start to answer another interviewer interrupted. He said school text book right? i quickly denied that and said i hate school text book. when i said that, they kinda shock.

another question they ask is extremely weird one. They ask me if i have a girlfriend. i'm frozen for few seconds then i said i have one. I really have a girlfriend at that time.

i guess my answers for those questions lower my marks.

actually, what kinda books u like to read, or what do u like to do in your free time, what's your favorite subject, and what your career will lead you to, what do you see yourself doing in 10 years time ... these kind of questions are pretty common... and the follow up questions are asked just to see whether u are lying or u are making things up... for instance, if you really like horror story, u shld go ahead and tell the interviewer which author, and why, and gave them the title of the book to show that u mean business... :)

and you can agree, then disagree... like the textbook thingy... you can say it's helpful, but, it's not enough and sometimes, the facts are even inaccurate... and you will normally go online/look for other books to get more detailed information on the topic that you are interested in... always give an example in answering questions... or names... that's really vital...

and regarding the question about girlfriend question, you can always play smart by telling them that it's a personal question that you are not comfortable talking and you don't see any connection between you having a girlfriend or not will have any effect on whatsoever. but make sure u sound more professional and courteous when doing so...

edit: additional remark:
don't ever make up stories if you can, because you might end up digging ur own grave, for instance, you don't like reading, and you only know the author Stephen King by name, so, when the interviewers ask you who's ur favorite author, it's really risky to say that you like Stephen King, because, if it very possible that the interviewer is a big Stephen King fan, and you would be dead...

[ll_angel86]

Interview for??
So, how was it??

Mind to share with us??

interview for Taylor's World Class scholarship.
Basically, the questions asked are pretty normal except for the one about my friends. that stunned me.

I think I did OK only because I was tired at that time. early morning got up to take bus from Ipoh to KL. Had a quick lunch then interview already. Not sure whether she realised my red eyes and my tiredness or not.

Wow, what an effort you had put on...
Going to KL all the way from Ipoh just for the interview... Tabik!!

By the way, what kind of question do you mean?? the one that stunned you??... mind to tell??? :roll:

Well,I had no choice. It's not like the interviewer would come to Ipoh just to interview me.
The question was: Describe your friends.

[sanzo_reload]

for instance, if you really like horror story, u shld go ahead and tell the interviewer which author, and why, and gave them the title of the book to show that u mean business... :)

Yeah, I know. I told her that I like to read Fear Street by RL Stine because I like the way he created the suspence element in it. But she asked me what kind of characters did I expect to see in a horror story. I don't know because I read anything by RL Stine. I don't care about the character, I care about the storyline.

[lyzzy]

another question they ask is extremely weird one. They ask me if i have a girlfriend. i'm frozen for few seconds then i said i have one. I really have a girlfriend at that time.

that's really weird - i don't think that they should ask you that question in the first place. i agree with decentmerson - it's not very professional of them.
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[chenchow]

Decentmerson described it well. They are trying to observe your behavior.

There are some higher level interviews that the interviewer would keep on disagree with you, and try to frustrate you, and they would observe how you handle the situation.

A lot of this would require gaining more experience. I would say that for interview, try to be yourself.

As shared by decentmerson and others, if you are being asked on what books you like, share the reality. What you like, and describe it. And be prepared to be asked follow up questions. Say, you say you like a particular book, and who knows the interviewer read the book before. He/she may even debate the content of the books with you, and if you lie, that' the end of the world for you.

On whether in Petronas they would trick you to speak BM, I don't think that would be the case. It is mainly because a student struggles in English, that they would offer you to speak in BM. In that way, at least you can get to share some points, rather than not speaking at all. And in some instances, they want to test whether you have a decent command in BM. Do remember that BM is crucial when you graduate and work in Malaysia. Like currently, I do need to use both English and BM at work, and not just one of the two. You would need to be fluent in both.

[AtMostFear]

erm how about if I don't read any book at all? I mean other than the educational books. should I just be honest? I know reading is good for me, but seems like I just don't have the time to read them. how do I tell them that I don't read any book in the most polite and appropriate way? :?

[chenchow]

erm how about if I don't read any book at all? I mean other than the educational books. should I just be honest? I know reading is good for me, but seems like I just don't have the time to read them. how do I tell them that I don't read any book in the most polite and appropriate way? :?

You still have some time to read some books, or at least know some excerpts of some books. You could show them that you read other stuff, say some magazines etc, although it might not be that ideal, especially if the interviewers are those that really place a lot of importance on reading.

You could show them your general knowledge etc that you have, although you don't read as much.

[myc04]

Fluency in english is not a guarantee to success. But the ability to speak out and be confident is. It's more of daring to speak although u know you lack in the english department..

But yea, it u want to improve your english, read, read and read. No two ways bout it.

Good luck!

That's the thing I'm really worried at.
You see, I'm an introvert and I barely speak out loud in front of my friends. I have NO confidence at all when it comes to interviews/publick speaking/debate. I have 7 months left til SPM, what should I do?

[kevinkent]

Fluency in english is not a guarantee to success. But the ability to speak out and be confident is. It's more of daring to speak although u know you lack in the english department..

But yea, it u want to improve your english, read, read and read. No two ways bout it.

Good luck!

That's the thing I'm really worried at.
You see, I'm an introvert and I barely speak out loud in front of my friends. I have NO confidence at all when it comes to interviews/publick speaking/debate. I have 7 months left til SPM, what should I do?

Still so long... you will have enough time...
try this... it work for me though...
If you have any chances to talk with the adults... just take the chance lo...( but not talk about crap la)...
You will learn how to confront our nervousness and build up your confidence when you try to speak to the adults...( although is may sounded inmature SOMETIMES with our teenage's mind if compared to them...hehe....)

But why not?? Is not wrong when we make mistakes... by the way, we still can say... we are not over 18 yet.... silly excuse :twisted: ...hehe...

[juventus]

Ya..i second kevinkent's opinions. Adults tend to treat us like kids, giving allowances whenever we need. That can be positive and negative.

So, any opportunity that you have, in classes, tuition classes, counselling sessions..etc, talk and talk and talk. You have to fight for your right to talk. You can't wait for someone to ask you talk. Teachers are too busy and sometimes students just aren't bothered.

Or, last option, speak to the mirror. Make sure nobody is looking. :)

[kevinkent]

Ya..i second kevinkent's opinions. Adults tend to treat us like kids, giving allowances whenever we need. That can be positive and negative.

So, any opportunity that you have, in classes, tuition classes, counselling sessions..etc, talk and talk and talk. You have to fight for your right to talk. You can't wait for someone to ask you talk. Teachers are too busy and sometimes students just aren't bothered.

Or, last option, speak to the mirror. Make sure nobody is looking. :)

Speaking to the mirror can be a good idea also... but just don't get use of it.... or you may end up talking to yourself when you are boring or alone and make way to the mental disorder....hehe...
As juventus said, that is for last option... :lol:

[4seasonspring]

Hi, I'm new in this thread....

Here's my question:
paradox_equation：
Quote:
but i heard too that this year they have abolished the essay writing and are setting up a psychology test instead.
adapted from the thread Scholarship FAQ2

Is that true that the JPA has abolished the essay writing part n replace it with psycology test???If that's the case, what kind of pyscology test it is?Any of u guys who oso receive the news?

[iQing]

I am not sure but graphalogy is highly possible.

[4seasonspring]

I am not sure but graphalogy is highly possible.

What is 'graphalogy'? 8O

[juventus]

There is an invention called google.com

[chenchow]

I would like to remind again to everyone of you that are applying for scholarships. Do start your preparation early. Start now.

You could get together with other fellow ReComers to prepare together! Good Luck! Post questions here and hope that everyone would share what they know here!

[mikawing]

I am really terrified right now, I got the 3 days hospital stint tomorrow, and I am afraid they will evaluate us during the stint and I might not get called for the interview! But I am also scared if they called me for the interview so I am torn now....

[kevinkent]

I am really terrified right now, I got the 3 days hospital stint tomorrow, and I am afraid they will evaluate us during the stint and I might not get called for the interview! But I am also scared if they called me for the interview so I am torn now....

If you are called for the interview, why should you feel scare about it???
You should be happy by right....

Try to be yourself during the hospital visit....
Just be normal....
But if you are afraid of seeing blood,corpse....etc..., then you should be prepared and try not to let them see your weakness...
There is no need to be terrified lor.....

[chenchow]

I am really terrified right now, I got the 3 days hospital stint tomorrow, and I am afraid they will evaluate us during the stint and I might not get called for the interview! But I am also scared if they called me for the interview so I am torn now....

If you are called for the interview, why should you feel scare about it???
You should be happy by right....

Try to be yourself during the hospital visit....
Just be normal....
But if you are afraid of seeing blood,corpse....etc..., then you should be prepared and try not to let them see your weakness...
There is no need to be terrified lor.....

Actually, if you do not find this hospital attachment interesting and something that you want to learn, then you might want to think twice of being a doctor. You need to have a passion to last long in this field.

And there have been some of those who went for hospital attachement before, and they encouraged all of you that are going to take initiatives and ask questions to those people, including the nurse, hospital attendances etc.

[WinnieH]

just relax and imagine it like it's a very fun field trip. enjoy the whole process. it's very lucky of you to be selected for it, so do enjoy yourself!! dont worry too much bout others, cause you just have to be yourself, and let the psd officers see who you really are. no point trying to be someone you're not... cause they might see through the loopholes...

[kaiba]

Hi, I'm new in this thread....

Here's my question:
paradox_equation：
Quote:
but i heard too that this year they have abolished the essay writing and are setting up a psychology test instead.
adapted from the thread Scholarship FAQ2

Is that true that the JPA has abolished the essay writing part n replace it with psycology test???If that's the case, what kind of pyscology test it is?Any of u guys who oso receive the news?

i heard something about it 2. n 4 the interview session, it seems they r goin 2 reduce the no of candidates per session and increase the duration of the interview,in such, every1 can have a chance 2 speak out. well, i think it is a good suggestion. if they r goin 2 test us psychology? tat is goin 2 b cool~

[f0reva]

har? psychology test ark? wht is it about??? wonder when wil the interview be held...

[Zoe]

just relax and imagine it like it's a very fun field trip. enjoy the whole process. it's very lucky of you to be selected for it, so do enjoy yourself!! dont worry too much bout others, cause you just have to be yourself, and let the psd officers see who you really are. no point trying to be someone you're not... cause they might see through the loopholes...


there were officers?? 8O

[victorvandort]

only those who applied for medicine will get the letter ?
how bout dentistry or pharmacy?
thx

[kevinkent]

only those who applied for medicine will get the letter ?
how bout dentistry or pharmacy?
thx

Yeah, I think it is for medic only...my friend who apply pharmacy has got no news at all....

[Joep]

Since the earliest JPA interview is set on the 4th of April, I believe that it is the time for kelam-kabut interviewees like me to list out some current issues that we should concentrate on.

P.S : I do things at the eleventh hour. :oops: Anyway, I do read NST everyday. Hope it helps.

[Iraka]

Well, at least you read the papers. I used to too, but recently haven't been briefing through them...sigh. Well, as long as we aren't completely clueless about what's going on now.

[Seiryu]

read news online from now on..

try the star for local, and bbc for international, they highlight the important news.

[gye325]

i'm going for my jpa interview on the 4th
may i know wat the dress code is
and also the "dress code" for hair
do i have to cut it short? its not exactly v long now
thanks

[siawase_tenshi]

One of my friends phoned the officer and he said anything as long as its neat/kemas. It's not necessary to wear long sleeves too. But its up to you. As for hair, em..if it's long tie it up. If its not long nor short, then just make sure it looks neat and sweet. :D

[Iraka]

It is a Conversation
To keep yourself relaxed, think of your interview as a conversation rather than a test. The interviewers are there to learn more about you. View the interview as an opportunity to discuss your goals, plans, and concerns with experienced professionals.

Be Prepared
You can also decrease your anxiety level and improve your experience by anticipating the questions you will be asked. Be prepared to discuss:

* Your background: educational history, employment experiences, family background, and upbringing
* Your academic achievements: class-ranking, grade point average, awards you have won or projects you have undertaken (science fairs, debate competitions, etc.)
* Your future plans: academic plans, career plans
* Your hobbies and interests: extracurricular activities, skills, jobs, etc.
* Your financial profile and needs: income, savings, parent's resources, level of financial need, anticipated expenses, etc. Information about your financial resources is especially important if the scholarship is need-based.
* Your personal "value structure": the things you think are important in your life. Information about your personal value structure helps the interviewers determine whether you would serve as an appropriate representative for their organization.

Do Not Forget the Basics
To keep your interview running smoothly:

* Be punctual. Check the interview time and location before leaving home.
* Dress appropriately. Select conservative, semi-formal wear: slacks and a jacket or a dress shirt for men; dresses, skirts, or pantsuits for women. NEVER WEAR JEANS OR T-SHIRTS TO AN INTERVIEW.
* Make a good first impression. When you meet the interviewers, introduce yourself, make eye contact, and use a firm handshake.
* Be brief and honest with your answers. Try to sum up your thoughts quickly. Interviewers will ask follow-up questions if they want to know more.
* Have some questions ready for the interviewers. Prepare these questions in advance by researching the sponsoring organization, school, or company.
* Be prepared to reiterate the basic information you supplied on your application. Review your application before the interview to jog your memory.
* Do not be negative. Interviewers value the individual who perceives difficult situations as challenging and interesting.
* Do not be afraid to say "I don't know" or ask questions. It is better to ask for clarification than to miss an opportunity to produce an insightful answer.
* Do not chew gum, bite nails, smoke, yawn, stretch, or slouch.
* Show your appreciation. Thank the interviewers for their time at the end of the interview.

(Taken from http://www.chci.org/chciyouth/resources/holdingyourown.htm)


Well...other than those tips I've found, I guess we have to check on the latest issues.

[Joep]

For the PSD's interview, is it conducted on a one on one basis or a group discussion ? From what I have gathered in Recom.org, interview topics back in the year 2005 ( SPM 2004 ) were discussion on current events. So, will there be two sessions ? i.e : one on one and a group discussion or only the latter will be conducted ? Sorry for my ignorance..hehe. BTW,ignorance is bliss ma.. :P

So my questions are :
a) one on one or group discussion on a given topic ?
b) The activities on the interview day involve essay writing, group discussion and that so-called JPA Overseas Application Test 06' only ?

[petertok]

It is a Conversation
To keep yourself relaxed, think of your interview as a conversation rather than a test. The interviewers are there to learn more about you. View the interview as an opportunity to discuss your goals, plans, and concerns with experienced professionals.

Be Prepared
You can also decrease your anxiety level and improve your experience by anticipating the questions you will be asked. Be prepared to discuss:

* Your background: educational history, employment experiences, family background, and upbringing
* Your academic achievements: class-ranking, grade point average, awards you have won or projects you have undertaken (science fairs, debate competitions, etc.)
* Your future plans: academic plans, career plans
* Your hobbies and interests: extracurricular activities, skills, jobs, etc.
* Your financial profile and needs: income, savings, parent's resources, level of financial need, anticipated expenses, etc. Information about your financial resources is especially important if the scholarship is need-based.
* Your personal "value structure": the things you think are important in your life. Information about your personal value structure helps the interviewers determine whether you would serve as an appropriate representative for their organization.

Do Not Forget the Basics
To keep your interview running smoothly:

* Be punctual. Check the interview time and location before leaving home.
* Dress appropriately. Select conservative, semi-formal wear: slacks and a jacket or a dress shirt for men; dresses, skirts, or pantsuits for women. NEVER WEAR JEANS OR T-SHIRTS TO AN INTERVIEW.
* Make a good first impression. When you meet the interviewers, introduce yourself, make eye contact, and use a firm handshake.
* Be brief and honest with your answers. Try to sum up your thoughts quickly. Interviewers will ask follow-up questions if they want to know more.
* Have some questions ready for the interviewers. Prepare these questions in advance by researching the sponsoring organization, school, or company.
* Be prepared to reiterate the basic information you supplied on your application. Review your application before the interview to jog your memory.
* Do not be negative. Interviewers value the individual who perceives difficult situations as challenging and interesting.
* Do not be afraid to say "I don't know" or ask questions. It is better to ask for clarification than to miss an opportunity to produce an insightful answer.
* Do not chew gum, bite nails, smoke, yawn, stretch, or slouch.
* Show your appreciation. Thank the interviewers for their time at the end of the interview.

(Taken from http://www.chci.org/chciyouth/resources/holdingyourown.htm)


Well...other than those tips I've found, I guess we have to check on the latest issues.

relax...

and... practise on yr self-intro speech

[sanzo_reload]

Yup, it's kinda scary for the interview.. Wonder how I'll do.. I'm not much of a talking person. I know the latest issue but I really don't have any opinion on them..

Well, do you think they will ask about 9th Malaysian Plan?? I watch it on TV, but I can't understand of half of what they were saying.

[Taek]

Yup, it's kinda scary for the interview.. Wonder how I'll do.. I'm not much of a talking person. I know the latest issue but I really don't have any opinion on them..

Well, do you think they will ask about 9th Malaysian Plan?? I watch it on TV, but I can't understand of half of what they were saying.
I think there's a possibility there... I'm quite worried about it also...
Mine is on the 4th... not much time to prepare... anyway let's discuss some possible topics...

wat about bird flu?

[sanzo_reload]

Yup, it's kinda scary for the interview.. Wonder how I'll do.. I'm not much of a talking person. I know the latest issue but I really don't have any opinion on them..

Well, do you think they will ask about 9th Malaysian Plan?? I watch it on TV, but I can't understand of half of what they were saying.
I think there's a possibility there... I'm quite worried about it also...
Mine is on the 4th... not much time to prepare... anyway let's discuss some possible topics...

wat about bird flu?

Hey, mine also on the 4th.. Bird flu?? What's there to talk about? I really have no idea what other issue that they will ask.. I am totally not ready.

[siawase_tenshi]

Bird flu-maybe the causes and ways to counter the problem.
9th Malaysian Plan-focus on the important points like agriculture, ICT, biotechnology etc.

Do you all out there think that national sevice is a possible q's?

[Joep]

National Service again ? I mean isnt that issue out of date now ? It was one of the topics for group discussion back in SPM 2004.

Yeah, bird flu might be a possibility. Try
a) who
b) why
c) how
d) where
e) when

9MP covers everything from A - Z.....
9th Malaysian Plan-focus on the important points like agriculture, ICT, biotechnology etc.

Yeap, biotech !~! Biovalley, tourism, increasing the number of professionals, etc

[victorvandort]

kinda confused, actually, when we go to the interview area, wat r we supposed to do? there'll be a group discussion, and interview(one on one or in a group?) , and a written test? essay?
someone help me please?

[chenchow]

My personal thought on the JPA Interview:-
a) It would start with a briefing. They would tell you which course has too many applicants etc. They would give some general recommendations, like they need people for this course etc. They might suggest students to switch to a certain course, if you wish. It would be a general briefing. And at the end, there would be a Q&A. If you want to get noticed, you should prepare a good question to ask then. Mention your name when you ask, and speak clearly and confidently.

b) I believe there will be a test. The format of the test is unknown as of now. I guess by 4th April, we shall know, when some ReComers attend the interview. It could be an IQ test, a psychology test, an essay writing, or practically anything under the sun. Get prepared for any kind of test. It could even be a general knowledge test on Malaysia....

c) Interview - Group Discussion (Group of 6 or so). You might be given some warm-up question, like intro yourself, some basic question on what you plan to apply etc. And then a topic is given, and it would be up to you to discuss.

Some pointers to consider for the Group Discussion:-
1. Pitfall No 1:- Never over dominate the discussion. You need to participate actively, but don't over dominate. Everything is in moderation.

2. Try to plan the discussion and structure it. Eg, if you get NS as the topic. Try to lead the discussion (just like you would do in a typical forum), by setting the discussion pace, eg, like get everyone to discuss on definition, scope of discussion, and then on stuff like benefits of NS, areas for improvement etc. Do try to lead, but don't fight to lead.

3. Be attentive to others' points. Listening is crucial. Try to summarize discussion every 10-15 minutes. Lead the discussion flow. If the discussion goes out of topic, try to lead it back. If the discussion hits a deadlock, like two people are just arguing back and forth, try to moderate. Do it nicely and professionally.

4. Try to encourage everyone to discuss. If there is a group member that is very quiet, try to encourage him or her to give opinion. Try to guide him or her.

5. Try to do good time planning for the discussion. And end the discussion with a good summary.

6. Try to give a solid point. It is about quality of your argument, and not quantity. A lot of people thought that the more they speak, the better they are. When you give a point, do substantiate it with argument and example. Solid examples will showcase your involvements, and those examples can indirectly showcase some of your achievements too. Eg:- say, you are talking about encouraging reading habit. You can give example of how you encourage your classmates to read, and you yourself have a very strong passion in reading. Use concrete example with statistics if possible. That shows you are well-read.

7. Essentially, this group discussion, is just like a meeting. JPA officers will observe. You participate in a meeting. You should show good leadership, management, communication, analytical, listening skills etc.

Good Luck~! Please feel free to ask questions in ReCom.org ~! For more interview tips, go to TinKosong (http://tinkosong.blogspot.com) for help.

[applekiss]

What if i'm lack of vocabulary in the middle of a sentence and can't find a word that means what i want to say?
it's my first interview...
please help~ this interview is really killing me..
thanks..

[da_brightgurl]

Now that we've gotten the first impressions out of the way, let's sit down and talk. Over drinks, or over notes that I am scribbling. For 15 minutes, or for 3 hours. In a sterile office environment, or in McD's Bangsar, or next to the pool in a condominium complex. I might be taping your reasons WHY you want to attend The Ivy University of So-and-So, or I might be making ambiguous "Uh-huh." or "Of course." comments, while filing my nails and yawning from time to time.

Interviews are all different, but each one you attend will have one constant: you. No matter what the environment or the interviewer is like, this is essential - you must always be yourself.

When I say "be yourself" I don't mean speak to the interviewer as you would speak to your buddies. He/She is NOT your buddy; they are a figure of authority and should be treated with respect and deference. What I mean by "be yourself" is to speak decisively, to clearly state what you mean and not to lie just because lies sound better than truth, and to be SINCERE.

If you really do not enjoy math, please do not cover up by proclaiming effusively your love for triple derivatives. Instead, be sincere about what you do like - art, chemistry, history, business - do not apologize for who you are because your acceptance into a college will be based on who you represent yourself as in the interview.

I know this sounds obvious, but when you are nervous and do not really have any idea what to say in an interview, you tend to err on the side of untruth. The interviewer may ask "Why do you want to do Economics? Do you like Math?" and, thinking about the fabulously low score you got on your last Math test, you blurt out "Yes!! I've always been very good at Math!!" And what would you say after that? Absolutely nothing - because you honestly do NOT like Math, you HATE it. How can you elaborate on your untruth? You would end up sounding insincere and unpassionate about your "dream" or "interest".

In situations like this, the best thing to do would be to calmly say "I don't really like Math that much, but I do enjoy the theoretical workings of economics and thinking about its application. I would love to work on public economy and government policy - which is the reason why I'm interested in the Econs major."

In a nutshell - don't try to be the perfect interviewee, because there is no such thing. You are different and unique in your own right, and the most perfect you can be is yourself.

[Thingy]

Now that we've gotten the first impressions out of the way, let's sit down and talk. Over drinks, or over notes that I am scribbling. For 15 minutes, or for 3 hours. In a sterile office environment, or in McD's Bangsar, or next to the pool in a condominium complex. I might be taping your reasons WHY you want to attend The Ivy University of So-and-So, or I might be making ambiguous "Uh-huh." or "Of course." comments, while filing my nails and yawning from time to time.

Interviews are all different, but each one you attend will have one constant: you. No matter what the environment or the interviewer is like, this is essential - you must always be yourself.

When I say "be yourself" I don't mean speak to the interviewer as you would speak to your buddies. He/She is NOT your buddy; they are a figure of authority and should be treated with respect and deference. What I mean by "be yourself" is to speak decisively, to clearly state what you mean and not to lie just because lies sound better than truth, and to be SINCERE.

If you really do not enjoy math, please do not cover up by proclaiming effusively your love for triple derivatives. Instead, be sincere about what you do like - art, chemistry, history, business - do not apologize for who you are because your acceptance into a college will be based on who you represent yourself as in the interview.

I know this sounds obvious, but when you are nervous and do not really have any idea what to say in an interview, you tend to err on the side of untruth. The interviewer may ask "Why do you want to do Economics? Do you like Math?" and, thinking about the fabulously low score you got on your last Math test, you blurt out "Yes!! I've always been very good at Math!!" And what would you say after that? Absolutely nothing - because you honestly do NOT like Math, you HATE it. How can you elaborate on your untruth? You would end up sounding insincere and unpassionate about your "dream" or "interest".

In situations like this, the best thing to do would be to calmly say "I don't really like Math that much, but I do enjoy the theoretical workings of economics and thinking about its application. I would love to work on public economy and government policy - which is the reason why I'm interested in the Econs major."

In a nutshell - don't try to be the perfect interviewee, because there is no such thing. You are different and unique in your own right, and the most perfect you can be is yourself.

nice quote from tinkosong! :wink:

[Taek]

Only Bird Flu and RM9?
I think there must be some topics which are very unexpected will pop out out of the blue...
haiz... dunno where to prepare from...
Any essays this year? Izzit really that the essay thing has been replaced by IQ test or something?

[Joep]

I am at wits' end over the interview....
They did ask us to bring along our pen, pencil, eraser, etc. So just be prepared for everything. Who knows what might pop out right ?


An IQ test will be fantastic ! My sister ( SPM 2001 ) mentioned that in her year, the group discussion was rather informal. Erm, it leads me to think what about this year. Pretty nervous over here..

[oa]

do we realy need to make a resume?? my friend ask me to make 1 so that it will be easier for them to know ourselve and no need for them to look at all the sijil that we have. is it true????

[winnie_jj]

just as wat chenchow say, our certs r just for them to check through wat v wrote in d application form.

so i think resume dun really useful if compare to d cert which they really wan.

i'm wondering wat kind of test will they give us b4 d interview.
i think no1 really know bout tat, right?

so nervous now!!!!

[chenchow]

Resume won't be useful for your co-cu points, but it might give a good impression to the interviewer on your initiative. They are supposed to grade you based on your interview, but any little extra way for you to impress them, you shouldn't be wasting those chances, right?

Since they are asking you to bring pen, pencil and eraser, you know that the test would at least require to write something. Still quite vague on what to be tested, but no harm right? And may be you guys can try call up JPA hotline on Monday at try to ask what is the format of the test. No harm doing that, right? Do remember to share here with fellow ReComers. Lets work together and help more Recomers getting JPA.

Thanks da_brightgurl for posting the interview tip, and thanks to thingy that it has been lifted from tinkosong. I would like to remind all ReComers to quote the source, if you are lifting it from somewhere else. This lies not only for stuff that you are doing for ReCom, but far beyond it. If you are quoting sentences or paragraphs in university, and you forget to cite it, you could be charged for plagiarism, and you could lose your university place completely. This has happened before.

I hope that this would be a good learning ground for everyone. For now, I shall remind everyone to also read the interview tips shared by Joyce at Tin Kosong (http://tinkosong.blogspot.com). Do go and read.

[pinkteen89]

So, any tips for us before going to scholarship interview??
I got FELDA..

Like what kind of question are they asking?
What does group interview like?
How long is it?
Are they asking question one by one or as a whole??

Help please..

[Kevin89]

There are many threads about scholarship interview especially JPA in ReCom. Try search for it :wink:

[Jason_Goh90]

hm.. i'm a F5-leaver n is waiting for my SPM results.. n i'm hoping to appl scholarship to further my study in local or overseas university or college...

so i am just curious.. wut to do during interview for scholarship? n wut to bring except our resume? n how to write a goo resume?

TQ

[Xon]

Hello,i suggest you read more older posts rather than expecting people answering you here,because Recom.org has had lots of resources you need.

Read the SCholarships FAQ thread,Scholarship Section...

This will help you more and on the same time,lessen the hassle for people to read the same threads with same content in the future.

:D 8) :lol: :idea: :idea: :idea:

[vseehua]

Hello,i suggest you read more older posts rather than expecting people answering you here,because Recom.org has had lots of resources you need.

Read the SCholarships FAQ thread,Scholarship Section...

This will help you more and on the same time,lessen the hassle for people to read the same threads with same content in the future.

:D 8) :lol: :idea: :idea: :idea:Hassle? Maybe...

but the most important part about searching before you post a new thread is that you can reduce the number of redundant threads lying around that dispersed information that should be at the same place for convenience...

For the original poster:
There are already threads about interviews and the experiences of the people from the past year, look around, or use the search function. I think youngyew had provided the links in your other thread already, so you can now use it as a start point. Good luck, and I hope you have a comfortable stay in ReCom...

[chenchow]

Fellow ReComers, while we try not to encourage more redundant threads, my personal view point is that we should try to be more friendly to young new ReComers.

We can guide them around, but lets not "attack" them for asking questions in ReCom. I appreciate that we provide guidance to more fellow Malaysians. If we just say that all things have been provided before and don't ask questions, then ReCom would just die down!

Essentially, ReCom.org is where it is and is what it is, thanks to the sharing of fellow ReComers, so lets keep this tradition going.

Jason_Goh90 and other fellow younger ReComers, do continue to look around in ReCom and do feel free to post questions. If can, do try to search around, but if you couldn't find it, do ask, and I hope fellow ReComers can help point it out~! After all, once upon a time ago, we used to be lost too, and perhaps even now. So, lets not alienate new fellow ReComers!

On interview tips, I would share several here and I hope fellow ReComers would continue to share more, and point out older threads that have lots of resources on this.

1. Be yourself
2. Do not lie on anything or speak boastfully
3. Speak confidently
4. Speak calmly
5. Be passionate about what you are talking about, and show that you really know the stuff
6. If you really do not know, do say so.
7. Before interview, do find out what need to be prepared and know the material (for instance, the major, the sponsors etc)
8. Do look around for information (ReCom.org has a lot of good resources).

Hope other ReComers would continue sharing!

[sugarspice]

I am a SPM 2007 leaver and have never done any resume / CV before and I have loads of questions to ask.


1. Does resume or Curriculum Vitae have a standard format?

2. What are the sections that we need to include in our CV?

3. Do we need a cover letter to accompany our CV?

4. Should we put our resume into an 8 ? X 11 inch envelope? (so that we don't need to fold it)

5. Do we present our CV together with our original certs to the interviewers?

6. Can someone show me a sample of CV done for JPA interview?

7. What should I answer if the interviewer ask 'Why did you prepare a CV?' - I know this sounds stupid...haha...but just in case.



thanks heaps. :D

[Xon]

I am a SPM 2007 leaver and have never done any resume / CV before and I have loads of questions to ask.


1. Does resume or Curriculum Vitae have a standard format?

2. What are the sections that we need to include in our CV?

3. Do we need a cover letter to accompany our CV?

4. Should we put our resume into an 8 ? X 11 inch envelope? (so that we don't need to fold it)

5. Do we present our CV together with our original certs to the interviewers?

6. Can someone show me a sample of CV done for JPA interview?

7. What should I answer if the interviewer ask 'Why did you prepare a CV?' - I know this sounds stupid...haha...but just in case.



thanks heaps. :D

Facing same questions,yet unsolve...

Umm,does CV=testimonial from school??

[capablanca]

Who says anything about needing a CV. You can just type out a piece of paper stating your past achievement...but generally, I don't think it will amount to any significant improvement. The interviewer just flipped through you clear folder containing your certs. A CV might make it easier for them to list down your achievements.

[Appolo]

I am a SPM 2007 leaver and have never done any resume / CV before and I have loads of questions to ask.


1. Does resume or Curriculum Vitae have a standard format?

2. What are the sections that we need to include in our CV?

3. Do we need a cover letter to accompany our CV?

4. Should we put our resume into an 8 ? X 11 inch envelope? (so that we don't need to fold it)

5. Do we present our CV together with our original certs to the interviewers?

6. Can someone show me a sample of CV done for JPA interview?

7. What should I answer if the interviewer ask 'Why did you prepare a CV?' - I know this sounds stupid...haha...but just in case.


thanks heaps. :D

Try and refer to any books on office writing and you would more than one answer for your questions.Anyway:

1. There is no issue of a certain format to be followed.However, bear in that a resume is meant to be seen and the words used must be as consice with a scannable format as you like.

2.Basically anything that you think might worth the attention such as your academic results, cocurricular activities, personality, awards, volunteer activities and etc.

3.It depends but normally a cover letter applies for working or asking for an interview.If the thing(in this case the scholarship) that you are applying requires you to send in a paper application, it would be advisable to write a clean, neat but short cover letter.

4.It depends but i would say that it's too much unless you are sending in a whole package full of documents.

5.CVs are normally placed first before the certs.

6. not applicable.

7.To impress the interviwer and enable him to have a better understanding of yourself while cutting down the time needed to browse through your certs.

[snail]

Hello, i get 11a1 1a2 for my SPM and i've applied JPA scholarship for veterinary science. I'm a quiet person with no comments n lack of ideas.. I havent been speaking in English for months. i do not have much confidence for interviews. Pls tell me how i should prepare for the JPA interview if i were shortlisted.. thanks a lot. :)

[duke23]

being spontaneous is the best.Just be yourself and wing it!its fairly easy to differentiate someone with the talent to speak and someone who's been rehearsing specific phrases for ages and regurgitating it during the interview.Also i dont believe the interview determines if u get the scholarship or not.I think that is already pre-determined esp for competitive courses like medicine but the interviewer might decide WHERE you go based on your performance.Again this is what i think.could be wrong.:)

[bachok83]

duke, that's absolutely right. However, i have to add this, from my experience, these will set you above others:
1. know what is the field that you are applying, what will it do to our nation, ppl etc.
2. know where are the good schools (by schools, i mean institutions) and which country, and please specify why that school, why that country.
3. be polite and DO NOT use negative words and DO NOT comments on something you DONT KNOW. this is extremely important. Do your research, but dont try to be clever. I've seen a very good candidate get thrown out of the interview room, just because he was acting smart.
4. think before you reply, and use words like I BELIEVE, I THINK when something is uncertain, but u think u know the rough ideas.
5. Last time, i dont know much abt it now, if the interviewer asked in Bahasa, reply in Bahasa, and if the question is in English, reply in English. But, if u are uncertain, politely ask them which would they prefer.

Just from my past experience.

[jingguo]

i agree with duke23 and bachok83, i've been through the interview as well, and what i can share is that formally there is no specific preparation (ie memorisation of what ever thing you might need to know). you need to be yourself. in fact i'd like to share this experience with you: during my interview last time, there's this guy who basically "memorised" about the introduction of himself and his family. he got stuck somewhere in the middle and guess what! the interviewer told him off politely and told that if you need to memorise about yourself and your family, what would be coming of next!!

seriously, as quirky as i would have put it, it did happen most of the time. yes of course you have to do some information search and prepare yourself but dont ever memorise!!! just get your self prepared for certain standard questions coming out ie introduction of yourself, your family, education, cocurricular involvment, your aspiration, your preferred course of studeis and university/country as well as your justification for that. other than that, read widely about current local or global issues (i doubt they'd discuss malaysian politics).

other than that, dress smartly and get yourself prepared mentally...

[Appolo]

There is no shortcuts for a better mastery of communicative English(just a term that I cook up).But, you can always try by reading aloud classics!

Try to build up your confidence by speaking more to yourself in front of mirror(i know i did since it revealed a lot f bad habits i had while talking.)

Know more about your strength and how can it be incorporated in your chosen major.

Be more assertive and never be afraid to voice out our opinion if necessary.

[kaera]

I've applied for JPA scholarship and Im very nervous about this too. Provided that I get called for the interview, how do you think really fast? bacause from what i've seen, the topics are not that easy and I always take veyr long to think of good answers and I'm afraid that if I take too long to answer it could reflect badly on me. Help?

[jingguo]

just read more on the current issues these days while waitin to be called for interview. the whole point of interview is not really about good answers, but justifiable answers. what they want from you are your confidence in presentation and your logic. there's never a such thing as wrong or correct answers. they need to hear you speak and talk logic. that's all. as another way to prepare yourself, start speaking to everyone in english irrespective of how rusty it is. dare to speak and bear no grudges when being corrected.

[sNaiL0810]

hi snail, its quite shock that someone using the same name with me, anyway, i am a JPa scholar and what i suggest u is be confident.
Try to express ur idea with confident
ur result is great and if u were chosen, there is a big chance we might be in the same college

[AdreanaBhatt]

during the program pendedahan are we expected to dress in a certain way?

[vseehua]

during the program pendedahan are we expected to dress in a certain way?
i suppose the dress code will be listed in the letters being sent to you.

[Xon]

Vseehua,can you please share your experience about jpa engineering interview? Anything to take note and so on?



p/s: i suppose you're doing mechanical engineering right?

[vseehua]

my interview was done in the year 2003, doubt it will be useful today

no, i am not doing mechanical engineering

[capablanca]

Vseehua,can you please share your experience about jpa engineering interview? Anything to take note and so on?



p/s: i suppose you're doing mechanical engineering right?
I don't think there is a difference between JPA engineering interview compare to other courses interview. Your group will still consist candidates from different courses and the interviewers will still ask the same questions. The only thing you need to prepare is why you chose this course.

[vseehua]

be yourself
be confident
be proactive

don't hog
don't put down others
don't interrupt the others

[davidchak]

You were grouped together regardless your course.

I still remember my interview involved me, applicants to social science, medical, engineering and biotech applicants.

If i recall correctly, they group you based on your name in alphabetical order. And one thing I dont get it is that, Malays did their interview session separately. My session involves Chinese and Indians only. The malays there were in other session (morning session i think)

[chiachean]

Hehe, I still remember that in my group (1 people), there are 5 people with same surname...

So, it is quite funny to call them..

[sugarspice]

You were grouped together regardless your course.

I still remember my interview involved me, applicants to social science, medical, engineering and biotech applicants.

If i recall correctly, they group you based on your name in alphabetical order. And one thing I dont get it is that, Malays did their interview session separately. My session involves Chinese and Indians only. The malays there were in other session (morning session i think)

Oh i see....so special.....

When was your interview (I mean, which year)?

[davidchak]

2007

In Putrajaya

[Pat]

you'll be provided with pencils and papers to jot down anything... but everyone just need to be patient and wait for the letters first... then only you start asking questions... in the mean time, do read more stuff to improve on your general knowledge to prepare for the interviews...

[Elsie]

i get 8A1 n 2A2 in my spm...juz know dat i m shortlisted for da jpa scholarships..i was really in shock as i apply 4 pharmacy..i thought dat the course is very "HOT" n many fight 4 it,so i dun expect anything..well,expect the unexpected..:P

i m call 4 interview at usm,on april fool...

wat do u guys think is da best to wear for da interview?

[capablanca]

Wear formal. Since you are a girl. It is better to wear baju kurung. They have slight discrimination to request you to wear so.

[jun]

excuse me...i would like to ask a few questions for the jpa interview....
1. what is this ujian program ijazah luar negara about?
2. wat will be doing first wen we go for the interview....is it the group discussion first and then interview or wat?
3. just to clarify.....there will only be two things we will be doing during the interview right? a) interview in a group with the panel b) group discussion
4.are we allowed to sit down during the interview?will they provide chairs or must we stand wen the panel ask us questions.
5. wat about the group discussion wat is the environment like..?

thanks !

[vseehua]

excuse me...i would like to ask a few questions for the jpa interview....
1. what is this ujian program ijazah luar negara about?
2. wat will be doing first wen we go for the interview....is it the group discussion first and then interview or wat?
3. just to clarify.....there will only be two things we will be doing during the interview right? a) interview in a group with the panel b) group discussion
4.are we allowed to sit down during the interview?will they provide chairs or must we stand wen the panel ask us questions.
5. wat about the group discussion wat is the environment like..?

thanks !
1. No idea.
2. Depends on the interviewers. At my time, there was a short introduction among the interviewees. Afterwards we will proceed to discussion...
3. yes
4. You are not being charged in the court for any kind of criminal activity. So you will get to sit during the interview ;)
5. Relaxing... for me anyways. Just relax and do your best ;)

[chypre]

do i have to stand to voice my opinion?

[vseehua]

do i have to stand to voice my opinion?
nope. Like i said, this is no criminal in the room. You may give your opinions like how you guys did during your club officers' meetings...

[chypre]

will there be microphones?

[vseehua]

will there be microphones?
No, there will not by any

[Sillyboy]

will there be microphones?

Gosh, I will give you the prize of cutest 2008 JPA applicant anytime!!

Nope, no microphones. But, it will not be a good idea anyway, too noisy.

[Myself_psl]

What kind of shoe is suitable if i wear baju kurung?.
i really confuse.
honestly, i not wear any formal clothes before this!

[Leen]

*merges with an earlier existing thread*

[chiachean]

What kind of shoe is suitable if i wear baju kurung?.
i really confuse.
honestly, i not wear any formal clothes before this!
High heels? hehe, no slipper please...

[sugarspice]

Dear seniors,

What actually do we need to jot down during the interview session (apart from filling forms etc which will be done before or after the interview session)? -we are asked to bring own stationeries.

Is it advisable to jot down points raised by students in the group (so that we don't beat around the bush)?

How should we address the JPA officers including the interviewers (If we forgot or don't know their name)? "Cik", "Puan" (how do we know whether they are married or not?) , "Encik"?

Thanks in advance. :))

[jojyi]

Dear seniors,

What actually do we need to jot down during the interview session (apart from filling forms etc which will be done before or after the interview session)? -we are asked to bring own stationeries.

Is it advisable to jot down points raised by students in the group (so that we don't beat around the bush)?

How should we address the JPA officers including the interviewers (If we forgot or don't know their name)? "Cik", "Puan" (how do we know whether they are married or not?) , "Encik"?

Thanks in advance. :))

there will b kinda like a psychology test,be fast dun think...no worries though...it's kinda easy...(for the use of bringing stationeries n if it's the same as last year)

yea it is advisable to jot down wat they said...add ur opinions when they asked u...

jus call sir for guy and madam for girl la...if they started the conver in eng...if not jus encik n cik...for my case both of them are guys so no prob!!haha

[sue89]

Dear seniors,

What actually do we need to jot down during the interview session (apart from filling forms etc which will be done before or after the interview session)? -we are asked to bring own stationeries.

Is it advisable to jot down points raised by students in the group (so that we don't beat around the bush)?

How should we address the JPA officers including the interviewers (If we forgot or don't know their name)? "Cik", "Puan" (how do we know whether they are married or not?) , "Encik"?

Thanks in advance. :))

They'll allow you bring (or they will provide) you with a small piece of paper.

Yes, you could jot down the points that others have said. But I doubt you'll have anytime to actually jot down anything. You've got to speak whenever you've thought of something.

And, just call the interviews cik( for the younger ones) or puan and encik. And don't worry, they'll be understanding. I think they're more concerned with your personality.

SOme additional info: your interviewers will most likely be psychologists.

[Olataro]

Akhhh!!!psychologist! hate em and luv em......Any idea how we should act?

[vseehua]

Akhhh!!!psychologist! hate em and luv em......Any idea how we should act?
act natural. Relax and enjoy the discussion. I doubt they will be psychologists though. Most probably they will be officers from various JPA departments...

[WatermelonSeed]

excuse me...i would like to ask a few questions for the jpa interview....
1. what is this ujian program ijazah luar negara about?

thanks !

I think it is a personality test where they'll find out if your choice of course suits your personalities or not. It's a standard RIASEC personality test if I am not mistaken.

act natural. Relax and enjoy the discussion. I doubt they will be psychologists though. Most probably they will be officers from various JPA departments...

Yes. There are only officers from various JPA department. You'll have to do a personality test but no psychologists involved during the interview.

[vseehua]

Even if there are, there is no reason to fear them. They won't feed on you anyway...

[Olataro]

OK......now i am a little confused..someone care to help me?

Wat are we supposed to do when we arrive?
Wats the pen for?
Are there any essay?
And is there a way to check on the courses offered by jpa? I forgot mines X()X

[WatermelonSeed]

OK......now i am a little confused..someone care to help me?

Wat are we supposed to do when we arrive?
Wats the pen for?
Are there any essay?
And is there a way to check on the courses offered by jpa? I forgot mines X()X

Once you arrive, you'll have to find your name on the list which they put up and you will know your slot for the personality test and interview from there. Your personality test will most probably be held in the morning and you might have your interview in the afternoon. There is nothing much you can do, unless you want to read up more notes (if you do have some) before your interview. And once it is about time for your interview, go outside the interview room and you will be instructed.
There should be no more essay writing now.
Not sure where you can check your course. Sorry.

[Olataro]

Thnx..........but i noticed the topic:
"tips on preparing for the jpa interview"

missing!!!!Wat happened to it?

Oh and could someone brief us newbies the "arangements" on that interview day?

[Olataro]

wow! finally! someone answered my question!!!

Oh and wat shoes should we wear? sports shoe ookay?

[bartimaeus]

no, the personality test is online..

[WatermelonSeed]

wow! finally! someone answered my question!!!

Oh and wat shoes should we wear? sports shoe ookay?

Try not to. Wear some formal leather shoe (for guys) and court shoe (for girls).

no, the personality test is online..

thanks for informing. I guess my info is a bit outdated since I had mine in 2005. Sorry.

[haikalanuar]

Once you arrive, you'll have to find your name on the list which they put up and you will know your slot for the personality test and interview from there. Your personality test will most probably be held in the morning and you might have your interview in the afternoon. There is nothing much you can do, unless you want to read up more notes (if you do have some) before your interview. And once it is about time for your interview, go outside the interview room and you will be instructed.
There should be no more essay writing now.
Not sure where you can check your course. Sorry.

If ur name is not on the list..
what should we do??
just curious if that does happen..:huh

[WatermelonSeed]

If ur name is not on the list..
what should we do??
just curious if that does happen..:huh

Well, it happened. There'll be officers around, inform them and show them your interview letter. They'll allocate a slot for you.

[Olataro]

omg! then wat the hell do they want the 2b pencil for?

[Xon]

omg! then wat the hell do they want the 2b pencil for?

another mental test? or career-wise test gua... IMHO,high possibilities no essay...

[skatemusicianer]

My friend has written a blog post solely dedicated for those going for the JPA interview..go read:
http://fathiyyah.blogspot.com/2008/03/sebuah-perkongsian-interview.html

And for MARA, go read:
http://ammarfaris.blogspot.com/2008/03/sebuah-perkongsian-interview.html

They have pretty good advice. : ) Hope it helps all of you!

[Olataro]

you think it has to do with academic? Like asean scholarship?

[sugarspice]

another mental test? or career-wise test gua... IMHO,high possibilities no essay...

you think it has to do with academic? Like asean scholarship?

I did phoned up to ask around a week ago. They said there won't be any essay but only a psychology test. But that time they didn't tell me that the test is to be done online.

[Olataro]

so the mystery goes on.....

And juz to be curious, when the group interview starts and u want to answer the question, wat should you do? raise your hand?

[capablanca]

so the mystery goes on.....

And juz to be curious, when the group interview starts and u want to answer the question, wat should you do? raise your hand?
For me, I don't know if I can say it is a group discussion. They put us all seated on a row of chairs and then start asking us one by one. So, there is no need to raise my hand because each of us are given equal chances. But, this differ from places to places.

[Sillyboy]

For me, I don't know if I can say it is a group discussion. They put us all seated on a row of chairs and then start asking us one by one. So, there is no need to raise my hand because each of us are given equal chances. But, this differ from places to places.

Oh! That was not for my case. I was in a game show.

[Olataro]

Wat u mean?

[starlemon]

i am really really nervous because the course i apply is very unpopular-sastera dan kemanusiaan..i oso heard tat graduaters of this course will face employability problem as the employment rate is quite low. wat do i nid to do during the interview?
if they ask y i choose this course,then hw am i going to reply tat?
I am not quite know sastera dan kemanusiaan.pls guide on me.
THx in advance..

[Olataro]

u can be a teacher???

[onlydevils]

hey halo, do u noe abt the JPA scholarship? wat qns they normally ask?

halo.. any1 have experience in the JPA interview b4? can share wif me abt tat? wat question they ask? i'll attend tat in 3 days time.. oh, so nervous..

[Olataro]

at least say plss and where are u from?

[heffalump]

hey halo, do u noe abt the JPA scholarship? wat qns they normally ask?

halo.. any1 have experience in the JPA interview b4? can share wif me abt tat? wat question they ask? i'll attend tat in 3 days time.. oh, so nervous..

me too..
mine is on tuesday too..
i guess u better read the rest of this thread..
Actual Past JPA interview & Essay Topics Summary
here's the link..hope it'll help..
http://www.recom.org/forum/showthread.php?t=3218

u should check this one too..
http://www.recom.org/forum/showthread.php?t=6067

all the best to you..
wish me luck too!!! i'm totally freaked out!!

[Olataro]

same!!! i dunno how to prepare for the interview!!!!!! Any suggestion/!?!??!?!

[capablanca]

same!!! i dunno how to prepare for the interview!!!!!! Any suggestion/!?!??!?!
Actually, last time, I didn't prepare much for it because I was in school and the exams are catching up. So, I just brush up on why I wanted to take this course. Plus, years of reading up on current issues and debates does pay off since I can reply to the questions the interviewers give out. So, my suggestion is to increase your general knowledge and have a stand on some of the hot issues nowadays.

[heffalump]

same!!! i dunno how to prepare for the interview!!!!!! Any suggestion/!?!??!?!

i think i'm totally in heebie jeebies right now!!!
hurmm..i guess reading up a lot really help to brush up ur general knowledge..
but it seems like there's no much time..so, i suggest that u browse through the listed topic in this website..thanks to all recommers!!
then,i think u should brainstorm in order to get the basics idea of what u might answer if u get the topic..however,the best way for me is to set up a group discussion yourself even by asking your family members at home regarding the topics..beleive me..talking to others really helped as people have different ideas and oppinions..this could trigger your spirit and skill to deliver more brilliant ideas..good luck to you!! do pray 4 me too..

[Olataro]

GoD DAMN IT! at least read the 1st or 2 pg of this topic! U will get only one or 2 depending on the panel.and plz read the post and dun juz clog all the same question. its annoying

damn it...sry ayja if i posted a rude reply.....i am getting nervous....any sites that help wit general knowledge?

[Olataro]

DUDE iwas sorry k? my dad had been scolding me for "not gathering enuff info" again....so i was stressed...X()X

Peace bro?

[wendy191]

>ayja:

Yes,normally the interview is conducted in both languages,that is BM and English. It depends on the interviewers actually. For example, If the interviewer asked you a question in BM, then give your answer in BM.


> Olataro

I know you are nervous, and i bet all the shortlisted candidates share the same feelings.Anyway, if you are really keen to know the past year topics,do pm me.i have the list of questions asked in year 2006 and 2007 compiled in my computer.But its your own initiative to analyse the trend lo. Cheers.

P/s: just a reminder to newbies : the JPA officers DO repeat the topic asked in the past year.

[Olataro]

Ur the best! and please do note that when i am posting in the forums, i do get high without drugs.....if u visited the pC gamer forum you would know..... Anyway if anyone has any valuable info, pls do share.

PS: still waiting those from kelantan who attend at 2nd april, 8am to form a pack with me
X()X

[wendy191]

Okay, to make it convenient for all the newbies, i think its better to post the compiled list of past year question here.


2007
1. Increasing crime rate among students
2. Patriotism among teenagers
3. Parents are spending less time with their children (Ibu bapa pentingkan kerjaya daripada pendidikan anak-anak)
4. Perempuan masa kini terutamanya lepasan graduan luar negara menjadi ketua bagi kegiatan jenayah di Malaysia
5. Reality tv program give negative impact on students or not
6. Presents students are more pampered
7. 1st class infrustructure, 3rd class mentality (1st class infrastructure and 3rd class mentality still prevails)
8. Schools emphasize on academics excellence (Education system too emphasised on academics and tourism)
9. Junk food
10. Teenagers nowadays do not socialize
11. ICT: Advantages and disadvantages
12. Tahun ini ialah Tahun Melancong Malaysia. Apakah usaha yang boleh anda buat untuk melaksanakan program ini?
13. Mat dan Minah Rempit is a gang of young people who do not have direction in life, do u agree?
14. Heavy fines should be issued to litter bugs
15. Human resource
16. Drugs
17. Students who are choosy in picking their courses (Graduate unemployment is due to graduates being choosy about their job?)
18. Global warming
19. RMK 9
20. Things to prepare before going abroad
21. Children nowadays prefer to play computer games, etc
22. Violence
23. Female vs Male in Academic Achievements
24. Reading Habit Among Youth is Declining
25. Dasar pandang ke timur
26. Corruption
27. Do you agree that bloggers should be registered?
28. Education system
29. The philosophy of a coin [the most unexpected question for me]
30. Do you think it's the right choice to categorize students into art stream and science stream
31. Should school uniform be ambolish or not
32. Tell us one strength and weakness of yours. One only
33. Pick a cartoon character that would best explain you and why
34. Picture yourself in 10 years time, and what would you want to be
35. Isu-isu semasa di Malaysia pada masa kini?
36. Kemajuan sains dan teknologi membawa lebih banyak keburukan atau kebaikan
37. Your favourite tv programs and why
38. Nelayan laut dalam lebih mengutung daripada peladang
39. National Service for females should be established or not?
40. Malaysia harus membina sebuah pusat penyelidikan di kutub selatan
41. Negara barat dikatakan lebih maju dalam bidang IT. Apakah sebabnya?
42. Leadership & followership. The conclusion between leadership & followership
43. Our leader idols


2006
1. Public Transport in Malaysia
2. Quality of Local Film vs Foreign Film
3. Increasing crime Rate
4. Reality TV Shows (eg: Malaysian Idol)
5. Study Abroad vs Study in Malaysia
6. Graduate Unemployment
7. National Service
8. Agricultural
9. Teaching of Mathematics and Science in English
10. Patriotism
11. 9th Malaysian Plan
12. How to Promote our country?
13. Drug Abuse in Malaysia
14. Female vs Male in Academic Achievements
15. Usage of Handphone in Schools
16. Qualities of A Good Leader
17. Pollution
18. Healthy LifeStyle
19. Pros & Cons of Fast Food
20. Aspiration of Malaysia to be Center of Education Excellence vs Sending Students Abroad
21. How will AFTA affect our Automobile Industry
22. Vision School
23. Pros & Cons of Using Credit Card
24. Declining Reading Habit in Malaysia
25. Courtesy Among Malaysians
26. Children nowadays are being pampered
27. Terrorism
28. ICT: Advantages and Disadvantages
29. White Collar Crime
30. Ways to Overcome Piracy (Counterfeit) Problem
31. 1st Class Facility, 3rd Class Mentality
32. Price of Petrol Increasing
33. Age For Driving Licence
34. Foreign Workers in Malaysia

All the best everyone!

[Olataro]

again this is great

[Vaan]

Sincerely, the compiled list of past questions done by wendy was great but I guess those questions won't give any convenience to JPA 2008 shortlisted interview coz past questions, high chance it won't be asked again. We should rather focus on 2008 or recent issues about Malaysia such as the outcome of the general election.

[wendy191]

Vaan, in your point of view, what are the questions likely to come out in the interview this year? I would be glad if you are willing to share here.

[starlemon]

I think the question will most probably dealing with our malaysia current issue like the formation of new cabinets. It i very essential to know who our minister of respective departments are .for exp, our new health minister is dr leow tiong lai.
also there is always a benefit if we take note on the current affair as well as the logical and construtive ways on the prevention of some criminal acts.
Exp:our malaysia always shock by the abduction cum rap cases just like Nurin and Sharlinie cases.. so we may be told to give some construvtive opinion on the way to prevent such crime cases from happenning.
So ,there is always a possibilty tat Jpa will ask this question. Good luck..

[Sillyboy]

I think the question will most probably dealing with our malaysia current issue like the formation of new cabinets. It i very essential to know who our minister of respective departments are .for exp, our new health minister is dr leow tiong lai.
also there is always a benefit if we take note on the current affair as well as the logical and construtive ways on the prevention of some criminal acts.
Exp:our malaysia always shock by the abduction cum rap cases just like Nurin and Sharlinie cases.. so we may be told to give some construvtive opinion on the way to prevent such crime cases from happenning.
So ,there is always a possibilty tat Jpa will ask this question. Good luck..

Brilliant! Both the kidnap cases will make a good discussion topic! However, political issues are most unlikely to be utlilised for interview purposes.

[capablanca]

Sincerely, the compiled list of past questions done by wendy was great but I guess those questions won't give any convenience to JPA 2008 shortlisted interview coz past questions, high chance it won't be asked again. We should rather focus on 2008 or recent issues about Malaysia such as the outcome of the general election.
Vaan, I am sad to say that some of the past year question are still very relevant today. Subtle proof the our government never do anything to combat them. Such as the public transport in Malaysia...Try to remember your Malay SPM essay questions. Those are relevant current topics too.

By the way, Wendy, I think your list has been compiled by 2006 Recommers someway in the old SPM thread.

[Vaan]

What capablanca wrote is true. I agree, points taken, and I guess I have overlooked that aspect. However, you can see that the topics brought up in the year 2006 and 2007 are totally different. Well there are few topics that resurfaced but those questions are brought up in different ways and view.

To Wendy, okay I still think the compiled list you made was great and after reading what capablanca wrote I agree that some topics in the list you made will be brought up again but I also think that the following topics may come out as well.
1.Floods issue in places like Johor and Kuala Lumpur that never ceases.
2.Should school students allowed in cybercafes?
3.Projek Koridor Utara (I guess as I am from Perak state)
4.Increasing cost of living
5.Angkasawan stuff that happened late last year.
6.Is tuition class better that school class?
7.How will Malaysia look like in the year 2020?

But yet again, it's just my opinion. My suggestions of the topics that will come out might never ever come out at all.

[wendy191]

Vaan, I am sad to say that some of the past year question are still very relevant today. Subtle proof the our government never do anything to combat them. Such as the public transport in Malaysia...Try to remember your Malay SPM essay questions. Those are relevant current topics too.

By the way, Wendy, I think your list has been compiled by 2006 Recommers someway in the old SPM thread.


Yeah, i get it from the old thread. In my opinion,going through the pages and pages of posts can be frustrating,so i compiled everything here.

And to Vaan, thanks for the suggestion on the topics.

[Xon]

"malaysia has independant 50 years. what say you? " a potential topic.

[Sillyboy]

"malaysia has independant 50 years. what say you? " a potential topic.

Another smart topic! Take note people!

[Wyllie0915]

"malaysia has independant 50 years. what say you? " a potential topic.
Will RM9 or inflation be the question of interview?:))

[Sillyboy]

DUDE iwas sorry k? my dad had been scolding me for "not gathering enuff info" again....so i was stressed...X()X

Peace bro?

Stress is not an excuse for you to yell at a fellow Recommer. Shame on you!

Wat u mean?

Game show?? We have to fight for our survival during the group discussion!

[Xon]

i would prefer a drama during interview.... is that possible?

[Sillyboy]

i would prefer a drama during interview.... is that possible?

LOL! That would be lovely!!

[vseehua]

GoD DAMN IT! at least read the 1st or 2 pg of this topic! U will get only one or 2 depending on the panel.and plz read the post and dun juz clog all the same question. its annoying

damn it...sry ayja if i posted a rude reply.....i am getting nervous....any sites that help wit general knowledge?
While it's pretty annoying to see people who just ask questions without researching on it first, we don't encourage such rude replies in this forum. Please keep the discussions polite. If you don't have anything good to say, it's preferable to stay silent.

Anyway, to answer your question. There is no one site that can provide you with everything including general knowledge. What you can do, however, is to start reading newspapers now and get in touch with the current issues that are affecting the country. Anyway, getting in the know should be a lifelong habit. So that you can get in touch with what is happening around you, adapt to the changes and not be left out of the times. ;)

anyway, all the best to you all who are preparing for the interview.

[Gemini]

When I want to express my points, is it rude if we just speak after the other member of the group finish voicing out his view? Do we need to put up our hands before we speak?

[Sillyboy]

When I want to express my points, is it rude if we just speak after the other member of the group finish voicing out his view? Do we need to put up our hands before we speak?

You barely have time to catch your breath! Let alone raising your hands! Be aggressive but don't go overboard.

[chenchow]

On the topics of interview, thanks a lot to wendy191 for compiling it.

Actually, if you guys take a closer look at those topics, a number of topics do appear in both the last 2 years, and in fact, it is the case for the last many years. So, a number of those questions would be repeated (at least with high probability to repeat). They would also potentially introduce a few new topics, which some of you have pointed out already.

I would say that for this interview, main thing is that you need to be yourself.

Some of the tips I can share:-
1. Be a good leader (Try to lead the discussion, and also bring forth a structure for the discussion. People tend to go out of topic. So, make sure the discussion is focused).
2. Be a good listener (JPA does not look at those who speak the most as the one most impressive. Definitely not. In fact, for past years, many students, including ReComers who overly dominate the discussion, end up fail to get the scholarships. So, be a good listener. Listen to what others say too, and put in intelligent comments, substantiates etc.)
3. Show maturity in your points. When you share, do think through your examples/arguments, and show maturity, as well as your knowledge.
4. Help to summarize for the discussion. Try not to just follow the flow. Know what others are talking and summarize it from time to time to lead it well.
5. If you have group members who are quiet, do help them to have some points. This is essential management skills.
6. You are being observed from the moment you walked in the interview center (i.e. from morning, and not just that hour of interview). There would be a briefing for you all to listen and there would be a Q&A. Would strongly suggest those of you who can speak decently in the public, to prepare a question to ask. Do ask intelligent question. Do state your name too. This would help the interviewers have visibility of you.
7. Do thank the interviewers after the interview session. Try to get their name card, or at least their full name, so that you can thank them. Sometimes, that might be helpful if you need to appeal later. Email your thanks to them would enhance their impression on them.
8. Do dress appropriately for the interview.
9. Be early.
10. Do mingle well with other students. Please do not stick to students of your own racial group only.

Good Luck! :) Lets hope that this year would again be a good hunting ground for those ReComers!

[Yvonne90]

i found one of the pass year jpa interview question "perempuan masa kini terutamanya lepasan graduan luar negara menjadi ketua bagi kegiatan jenayah malaysia.bincangkan pendapat anda.".wat does this means...no idea at all..anyone hav any points on this? do discuss it here.

[starlemon]

This question seem weird..no idea..
Hw can a female graduater becomes a prime criminer?totally out of question..

[Olataro]

i found one of the pass year jpa interview question "perempuan masa kini terutamanya lepasan graduan luar negara menjadi ketua bagi kegiatan jenayah malaysia.bincangkan pendapat anda.".wat does this means...no idea at all..anyone hav any points on this? do discuss it here.

well it sounds easy but in truth it isnt......one wrong answer could send you straight to hell.....

I have tons of ideas but when come to think of it...they are all risky