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27 April 2021, 1:29 PM

1. Who is a scholar and a true scholar?

A scholar is someone who pursues academic and intellectual knowledge that needed in developing expertise in a particular area of study. They also could be considered as someone who was well educated. A scholar usually has specialized in one or couple branches of knowledge, but they also have wide knowledge on other branches of knowledge. A true scholar possesses traits that push them to continue to strive for excellence. A modest and humble person could also be considered a true scholar. He or she must never be proud and arrogant no matter how high their knowledge compared to other people. A true scholar has the perseverance to face difficulty in their journey to obtain knowledge.

2. What are the qualities of scholar that organization looks for?

The qualities of scholars that organization looks for are passion, confidence, composure, enthusiasm, ability to be a team player, analytical skills, foresight, ethics and integrity, productivity, open-mindedness, and humble.

3. How do you can become a scholar?

To become a scholar is not just about being a book-smart but also to have the passion for exploring intellectual knowledge. As a student, I could become a scholar at my own pace by dedicating my time to study in my favourite subject that I wish to master. I could emulate their qualities or looking up to the successful scholar to ensure that my path is right. Then, I also could join the internship program to learn from the expert. I need to know my strengths and weaknesses as I need to overcome and face the challenge in learning.

4. List the 10 Job roles in increasing demand across industries

- Data Analyst and Scientists

- AI and Machine Learning Specialists

- Big Data Specialists

- Digital Marketing and Strategy Specialists

- Process Automation Specialists

- Business Development Professionals

- Digital Transformation Specialists

- Information Security Analysts

- Software and Applications Developers

- Internet of Things Specialists

5. How to boost up your inquisitive mind?

To boost my inquisitive minds firstly, I need to train myself to “give it a try mentality”. Then, I need to embrace my mistake. Thirdly, I need to always ask questions about everything. Next, diversify my interests in learning and finally, I need to always use the concept of 5W1H in my everyday life. Which is who, what, when, where, why, and how.

       6. Write a summary of the speech which was inspiring you to become a scholar?

Based on the inaugural speech that was given by Prof Ts Dr. Zaidatun. I can say that it really inspired me to become a scholar. Becoming a scholar is not just about learning from books but it is about pursuing knowledge as long as our life goes on. She also stated that in her speech that there were some qualities that need to be fulfilled as a scholar that will help me in the working industries later. These qualities were vital to me as a Gen-Z, especially in this more challenging world. To become a scholar, the first step I need to do is to get my college education. The degree will become the foundation of my scholarly learning throughout my life. Next, I had to have a scholar mindset. Always questioning everything and know how to understand it. Then, I need to also learn outside the system. Learn from anything outside the class by reading and also by experience. To sum up, after this speech, I really determined to become a scholar and I want to help others who was also love to pursue knowledge.