Which are the Highest Paid Jobs in Malaysia?
A recent Nielsen survey based on the jobseekers in Malaysia showed that when it came to choosing a job, salary is their most important consideration. Well, this is no surprise as we do not choose a career that would not pay well after putting so much effort and money into the studies. Of course it should match our interest, skills and passion as well. The main aim of studying is basically to get a job and of course, we aim for a job that has a high salary potential in order for it to support our future lifestyle.
The aim of this article is to serve as a guide for students to choose the right course based on facts and evidence instead of listening to inexperienced education agents or counselors or obtaining information from websites from which do not state where their information actually came from. When I advise students and parents on choosing their course of study, I take into consideration the future job demand and whether the job can command a high salary. This is important as we need money to cover the cost of living.
Of course, the career that we choose should match our interest, skills and passion as well. When considering a course, it is important also to know how much the salary for the job would be. If you do not come from a rich family, you should not choose a course with a low job salary upon graduation. It would make it very hard for you to save enough money to buy a car, house, support yourself and your future spouse, as well as your ageing parents. It is important to choose the right course so that you do not end up with a job that does not pay well after your studies or even worse, no job.
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Careers with High Remuneration in Malaysia
Teoh, Computer Science graduate from Asia Pacific University (APU)
The salary information is taken from the various salary guides published by reputable global and local Human Resource recruitment companies. In addition, I have only taken a sample from the list of many job roles there are in a particular field for you to have an idea of how much you can earn. I don’t list down the starting salary as that is not important because most graduates will get a similar amount and more importantly is how much we can earn after about 10 years. Your first job is a time of learning new skills and obtaining experience to build your professional profile. You should be more focused on that instead of how much you can earn at the beginning.
The list of high salaries from these top carerers are meant for students to plan from the beginning which course to take and to consider what the future job prospects are. You don’t want to choose a course and then find out that the job related to it is replaced by Ai therefore making you jobless or that the job does not command a high enough salary to sustain your lifestyle. Keep in mind that in the cycle of life, you will need to buy a car, a house, insurance, food, essential items, pay utility bills, care for your future children and aging parents. If the course that you have chosen will not command a salary that will be enough to do all that, then you may end up having a miserable and stressful life. All these can also be avoided when you talk to a knowledgeable and experienced counselor.
List of Ten Top Jobs in Malaysia that has High Salaries
Darren, Finance & Investment Graduate
Note that some career fields do not have a published report on their salaries such as architects, medical professionals and lawyers. However, it is understood that they still command high salaries depending on which paths you choose. Furthermore, below is just a sample for you to have an idea. There is not just only 1 job role in a particular field. There may be hundreds of job roles and positions. Each of them command different salaries depending on years of experience.
- Computing & Technology
- cybersecurity consultant / manager with 5-15 years of experience can earn 8k-30k a month*
- principal / lead architect in Cloud DevOps with 8-12 years of experience can earn from 15k-30k per month*
- software engineering manager with more than 10 years of experience can earn 18k-30k per month*
- data architect with more than 8 years of experience is able to earn from 20k-25k a month*
- senior manager – governance, risk & compliance with 10-25 years of experience can earn from 15k-65k a month*
- middle – senior ERP (consultant / support admin) with 5-15 years of experience earns about 12k-25k a month*
- Infrastructure Director with 10-15 years of experience can earn from 220k-320k a year**
- Engineering
- Director (Aviation industry) can command a yearly salary from 300k – 600k***
- Manager (Aviation industry) can earn from 180k – 300k a year***
- Oil & Gas
- engineering manager with 10-15 years of experience expects to earn from 15-25k a month*
- senior reservoir engineer / senior mechanical engineer / senior structural engineer with 10-15 years of experience earns about 9k-18k a month*
- Financial Services
- Financial Controller with 10-15 years experience expects a yearly income of 180k-300k**
- Senior Manager / Manager with 10-15 years of experience is expected to earn 120k-240k a year**
- Lawyers
- senior legal manager / counsel. with more than 10 years of experience can earn more than 22k a month**
- regional legal counsel with more than 8 years of experience will expect about 20k a month**
- Architects
- Senior Manager: RM 7,500 – RM 13,500 a month*****
- Human Resources
- Senior HR manager with 10-15 years of experience can earn 18k-20k a month*
- compensation & benefits manager /rewards manager with 9-10 years of experience can earn 18k – 20k a month
- Digital Marketing Professionals
- Marketing Directors with more than 10 years of experience can expect 240k-360k a year**
- Head of Marketing with 8-10 years of experience is looking at 180k – 300k a year**
- Doctors
- Doctors are expected to earn about 10k a month****
- Pharmacists
- RM6,300 to RM7,500 a month****
NOTE:
Amount quoted is in RM currency. Information about the salaries are taken from the sources below:
- *Randstad 2024 Job Market & Salary Guide Malaysia
- **Ambition 2024 Market Insights Malaysia
- ***2024 Hays Asia Salary Guide
- ****Jobstreet
- *****Afterschool.my
How to Choose the Right Course to Study in Malaysia?
Melvern, Engineering Graduate, UCSI University
It can be confusing to choose the right course in Malaysia. You should carefully think about what are the options available to you. To choose the best course that fits you, you need to consider the following:
- Look at your results – what are your best & worst subjects, and which subjects are your favourite?
- What are your interests & hobbies?
- What is your passion?
- Job demand for the career of choice. There is no point in choosing a course out of passion and then graduate to find out that you cannot get a job in that field.
- Salary of the career of choice
- Discuss the budget for your studies with your parents. There is no point in choosing a course like Pharmacy or Medicine, if you cannot afford it.
Don’t choose courses that may be “popular” or “interesting”, choose a course that is supported by facts and evidence. For example, many students don’t seem to choose Human Resources as a course of study even though there is ample evidence that it is one of the highest paid in Malaysia with many jobs available. Every medium and large company in Malaysia needs HR professionals. On the other hand, not every company need a psychologist or biotechnologist.
When choosing a course, you should ask knowledgeable and experienced counselors and not just people who look like they just graduated from university. What would they know about life? There are thousands of jobs and hundreds of courses, it is not easy for anyone to have such in-depth knowledge of each of them unless they have had years of experience in counseling students with a strong research background on the courses and careers.
Sir, is biomedic are high demand jobs in malaysia?
There is no statistic or report for the job demand for biomedical science in Malaysia
hello i am interested to further my studies in environmental health course or specifically in occupational safety and health ( i would like to join in oil and gas’ industry since i didnt reach the minimum requirement to be petroleum engineer ). so, in your opinion is my studies pathway can determine my future brightly by the demand of the job and the salaries ? and would you like to suggest me some courses or jobs that are related to those mention above (environmental health, safety and health, oil and gas) ? thank you, appreciating your help 🙂
There is no report nor statistic for Occupational Safety and Health jobs in Malaysia
Can I ask about the demand for mechatronic engineering and economists?
There is a demand for engineers, but Economists are not stated in any job demand report that I know of
What is the demand for biomedical science and is it worth studying? or maybe in the next 4 years?
There are no reports or statistics that I know of stating the job demand for Biomedical Science
Hi, I m Spm leavers of 2019. I decided to study physiotherapy course. Can I know is it having a high demand in Malaysia currently?
Physiotherapy is growing in demand
Hi .why lawyer salary is small .i thought lawyer are rich
Note that the article is “According to Jobstreet” so please contact them and ask them
Hi, I’ve graduated from UEC. Is MMU considered one of the best university to study IT courses? I’m also confusing between Computer Engineering and Computer Science( which has specialisations such as Software Engineering & Data Science ), which is the better option?
Please take pic of your UEC results and WhatsApp to 01111408838 for evaluation and advise
Hi. I’m interested to study on microbiology. How about the job and salary in malaysia? Is it having high demand?
There is no statistic I know of for Microbiologist’s job demand and salary
hello!!!..I am a science stream student n being the SPM candidate of 2020..I m interested in pursuing further studies in petroleum engineering..can I know weather its demandfull in Malaysia or not?
Yes, it is picking up
Hi, may I know is Psychology a growing field in Malaysia and how will the job outlook be in the upcoming years? Thanks
Job outlook is good
Hi, Im looking forward to take business degree In business management and information system. May I know is there a high demand for these degree and what kind of job can I expect to work on in the future?
Not much demand
Hi may I’m looking forward to take double degree in information system and business management. May I know is there a high demand for these degree and what kind of firm or job can I expected to work on in the future with these degree.
Demand not high
logistic studies demad in the malaysia?
Yes, it is
Industrial logistic or quality engineering?which want most demand and high paid in johor,malaysia?
We don’t do such specific comparisons
Is there a high demand in pharmacy or medical in the future and which school provide good study for these fields?
Yes, both are good but there are a lot of pharmacy graduates so its getting quite saturated. For medicine, we need specialists so do go for that after your MBBS
how about dentistry? is the salary is high and in demand right now ?
Everyone needs to see a dentist. If you are good, people will sure find you as well as recommend you.
Is there a high demand for accounting in malaysia region ? and what to do after graduation to gain a high income in the future? and how about the job security for accounting students in the future ?
Yes, Malaysia needs 70,000 accountants by 2020
is the job demind still high 2025 to 2030?
I wouldn’t know as I am not a research company. For something so specific to your needs, you will need to find a research company and check for you.
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Hi is there a high demand for nutrition ?? Which uni will you suggest to study nutrition ?
Demand for nutritionists is not high. You can consider UCSI University.
hii i would like to know is there any university (private and public) that provides courses under aerophysics and geoscience…?will i have job in malaysia in future?how much the range of salary?
None I know of
hi is there a high demand in branding and advertising ? what career can i pursue after studying the course ? is the job high pay ?
Yes, there is high demand for branding and advertising. You may work as a brand executive, advertising executive, public relations, social media specialist, and more. Salary depends on your capability.
Hyee in spm leaver of 2017. Im interested in mechatronic engineering but I worry that I will hard to get a job after graduated. May I know mechatronic have any job opportunities in Malaysia?
Engineering has high job demand in Malaysia. Mechatronic is a growing field.
I really hope this advertisement are help to find my future jobs. I hope I will get food result from here. I like science and maths so much. So pls give me a nice jog according to this qualification.
We can’t just assess a person’s capability for jobs based on 2 subjects.
Hi i just recently finished my spm and i’m really interested in design. But i’m a science stream student and i dont take the art subject. I want to pursue my studies in digital animation but i’m also interested in multimedia design. Which is better? Can i study both?. My brother told me i can do a diploma in digital animation then a degree in multimedia design. Is it possible ?
Depends on the exemption evaluation and from university to university
What about pursuing a degree in Fashion Designing? Is that worth of pursuing here in malaysia? what kind of salary would I be getting throughout my career path and how well is the demand for this career in current and future?Where should I study which provide the best and affordable price?
Malaysia is not really the fashion capital of any region. Fashion design is not bad as a career. There are no statistics for salary or career demand in Malaysia for fashion design.
Hi, I just finished my A levels, i took 4 subjects for A Levels which are the three sciences and a maths, if i wish to become a lawyer in the future is that possible?
Yes, you can go for the law degree with your A-Level results. To enter the law degree, any A-Level subject is accepted as long as it’s an E or depending on the university’s entry requirements. You will need to have at least a C in BM and English as well in SPM.
Hi, may I know the job prospects/demands for food science and does it pay well? Thank you!
There is no research done on the salary for Food Science but starting salary should be similar to the rest of the degree courses at about RM2500 to RM3000. Job demand is good for Food Science.
Excuse me, I would like to ask. Which university is good for aerospace engineering?
There are no universities in Malaysia offering this course as far as I know
Hi, may I know which university is the best to study chemical engineering?
Heriot-Watt University Malaysia is the best. You can consider UCSI University for an award-winning and yet affordable university for chemical engineering.
Hi , i was thinking of either doing IT or Computer Science , which one has a higher job demand and a high salary ? also compare to Engineer with IT/Computer Science which has a higher job demand and a high salary? also please suggest some good places to pursue the better option course.
No one has done any research just comparing the job demand for the courses as stated. Job demand is good for both engineering and IT.
Hey i was thinking of doing actuarial science. may i know where does actuarial science rank in terms of generated income?
It ranks at the top
Hiiii!!!! I am a SPM leaver in year 2016…I obtained good results in biology..chemistry …physics and got B in mathematics and additional mathematics…so I actually planned to study medicine or pharmacy… But are there any other choices for me to further my studies in other courses with a high salary career and affordable for me as i lived with my single mother… Hope to hear you soon…
Thank you!!!!
You can consider Engineering or IT.
Hi may I know which university is best to study financial economic or something related to finance and economics. Does this path provide a good career? The university that has this course can be affordable for me as my mother is a single parent. Thx
Affordable and good quality I would recommend UCSI University. They offer the degree in Financial Economics. Send me an email with your full name and mobile number and I will send you the details.
Oh, please send me an email at info@eduspiral.com with your full name and mobile number and I will send you the details.
Hi, im currently thinking to study something related finance and economics. Is financial economic degree course provide a good career? Where should I study which provide the best and affordable price? Thank you.
Financial Economics, you can work in banking and financial institutions, and these pay some of the highest salaries. But you must also choose a good university with an English-speaking environment to help you to improve your language skills and also critical thinking. Affordable and good quality I would recommend UCSI University. They offer the degree in Financial Economics. Send me an email with your full name and mobile number and I will send you the details.
i m looking forward for a college or university tat offer the course of finance and accounting. but my history was the failed and i gt 4 creidit in my trial examination. is thr any college suitable for me？
You can go for the Diploma in Accounting with at least 3 credits including Maths/Accounts and pass BM and Sejarah. So, there is hope for you. For more details, you can email me at info@eduspiral.com with your full name and mobile number or WhatsApp me at 01111408838
Hi, may i know that where is the better college or universityfor studying IT and computer science ? How much is the cost ? How long i would need to study for it ?
Best for IT and Computer Science would be Asia Pacific University. After SPM, you will enter into Foundation for 1 year and then continue on to degree for 3 years. You can email me at info@eduspiral.com with your full name and mobile number for more details on the fees, scholarships, entry requirements, etc.
I got 9A 2B in SPM because itook tamil and tamil and tamil literature. I was waiting for matriculation but i didnt get so i decided to take foundation in IT because i don’t know what do study and now i’m in november intake 2016. I just want to ask whether did I choose the correct field . Job opportunitiesare available or not in Malaysia. Got high demand or not. For degree which which course to take to enter to a job that have high demand?
There is a high job demand for IT jobs in Malaysia.
Which universities allow me to study medicine undet full ptptn loan which is approximately about 150k without adding on any extra money due to my budget as I m not affordable for it?
None
Which private university is good in business management course？
Heriot-Watt University Malaysia, Asia Pacific University, UCSI University, KDU University College Utropolis Glenmarie, KDU Penang University College and HELP University.
Which is the good university/college to study creative arts? Such as film and production, graphic design,multimedia design. Besides, those fields that i mentioned, in malaysia, are the demand high? Job opportunities many/less?
The One Academy, Saito College and UCSI University are good for graphic design and multi media design. Point College is good for film studies. Demand is alright for multimedia and graphic design.
Hi. Can i know what would be the most demand work in malaysia since a lot of peoples say that medic have too many fresh graduate and they cant even posting anywhere. And what is the best scholarship i can have.
There is no research for the most in demand job in Malaysia. Even if there is, it doesn’t mean that you are suited for that job. Scholarships are based on your results. There are hundreds of scholarships that you can apply. No idea what you mean by the best scholarship that you can have.
does it matter which college you go to? or does the degree/qualification matters most?
Yes and No. If I gave you a sword but you do not have the skills to wield it, then it is useless. You can go to the best university but if you do not take advantage of the education and environment there, then it would be useless. If all things are the same, then why do people dream of buying a BMW versus a Kancil?
1.is monash university good for medicine?
2.the best private university to study medicine in Malaysia?
Monash is definitely good for the medical course. There is no ranking for the best medical school in Malaysia.
Hi. May i ask which university is good for accounting?
KDU University College, UCSI University, Sunway University, Asia Pacific University and HELP University
Sir, among food science and actuarial science, which course will have a brighter future??
Both are alright, depends on your interests.
Hi..i had straight A’s in spm(2010), I did alevels(2011) and then they changed the entry requirements for medicine/dentistry from CCC to BBB in 2012 and hence i had to do foundation in science in 2013..i passed all my alevels though…i completed first year of dental school but i left due to the politics..now im thinking of changing courses…im an average to above average student…which course should i pursue next?
I wouldn’t know based on the information given. The information provided is about your current circumstance and nothing about your interests or what you are good at.
which private univ is good for chemical engineering?
The best would be Heriot-Watt University Malaysia and affordable would be UCSI University
Hi, is it easier to land a job with a degree from foreign univ in malaysia, than a private or goverment univ, especially in private sector. Am planning to study chemical engineering as your feebacks say its in demand. My physics and maths are better than chemistry. will this course be suitable for me? Thank you.
Employers are interviewing you and not the university that you graduate from. A good university would have prepared you well enough for a successful career. There is no such thing as a degree from 1 university would be easier to get a job than another. Unless that university already has a bad reputation.
Which university is recommended for journalism course? I’m considering APU, KDU and IACT.
APU or KDU would be good
Which private university is best for degree in biotechnology in Malaysia?
Monash University, Nottingham University and UCSI University
Is there a high demand for chemical engineering in future?
Yes, there is a high demand
Is ICSA have a good future and are they on demand as well? May i know the payscale of fresh graduate with a degree of B.A Corporate Administration (Hons) or who graduated with ICSA.
It is alright
Is it true that you must have at least B and not C for all the sciences in SPM if you wanna pursue a degree in the medicinal field ?
You must have at least 5Bs including all your sciences.
i wants to stdy for immigration
can i know which college ,university and traning school are good?
None I know off
Which one is better, Electrical Engineering or Mechatronic Engineering. And which university is better for the particular course??
It is not a matter of which one is better as each has its own strengths and weaknesses, and also depends on which one suits you better. You can email me at info@eduspiral.com with your full name and mobile number for more details
Hi, Can i have your opinion on Sport Science Degree and International Business?
Better to go for business courses as the demand for sports science is not there.
I plan to take maritime transportation..which top universities in malaysia that i can apply??
Sorry, I don’t know of any private university offering this course
I’m a spm leaver 2015 . Now i obtained 4A 3A- 2B+ . I would like to do degree in medicine . But before that , is it more better to do foundation in science in private university ( my choice would be MSU ) or matriculation ? Literally i’m a bit worried whether to choose matriculation as i’m an indian and i wouldn’t get the courses that i desired as its limited for non bumiputera’s . Thus what should i do now ? Looking forward for your reply as soon as possible . Thank you .
It is not a matter of which one is better, if you have the funds then you can consider private university, if not, then try for matriculation. Matriculation is also accepted for entry into medical programmes at private universities. I cannot predict the future so you will have to weigh the pros and cons to decide.
which university is the best for actuarial science?
Heriot-Watt University Malaysia
What’s the best job for someone who got A+ maths, A english,A- history. Bm & ag B+. Phys C+. Chem & addmaths B. Spm 2015
Sorry, I am not a fortune teller to predict such things based on just the results.
Hi 😄 I’m a SPM Leaver, I plan to study form 6 and I wish to become an accountant. Should I go straight to ACCA/ICAEW or get a bachelor degree first? (I’m a science stream student) What is the difference between ACCA and ICAEW? Which one is better? How is the job prospect of an accountant?
IF you plan to take Form 6, you have 2 years before you can join the ACCA
Do you mean I must get a degree before I study ACCA? What about ICAEW? Does Malaysia need more accountants in the future?
No, you can go directly to CAT and then ACCA. You can ask the university that you are interested in with regard to the professional programmes.
Which university is good at accounting? Is HELP good? Or SUNWAY? Which university will you recommend to study accounting?
Sunway is famous for ACCA. If you want accounting degree, you can consider HELP University or KDU University College. You can email me at info@eduspiral.com with your full name and mobile number for more assistance.
Can I study degree at a university then study at another university ? For example, commerce accounting degree at UTAR then continue ACCA at SUNWAY.
You can check with UTAR how many exemptions they have
Is there a high demand for quantity surveying in Malaysia? Which university is the best for QS
Not really. Heriot-Watt University Malaysia is the best
Hello,is there a high demand for quantity surverying?Which university is the best for QS?
Heriot Watt University Malaysia
Hi sir,I’m a spm leaver,I currently interested on environmental engineering course,but I’m not sure whether there’s a demand for environmental engineering graduate in Malaysia
You can consider chemical engineering which can help the environment
hi how about lawyer(fresh graduate). i dont see it in the list above.:(
You can check with Jobstreet. It’s their report
But is there any demand for lawyer in Malaysia sir/madam.
Yes
hello, does this course international business management in demand in Malaysia and which university is good in IBM.could you share what kind of job i could get if i take this course. thank you in advanced
If you are planning to study international business then you would be working in companies overseas. The course is popular and Asia Pacific University and HELP University are good for this course.
Hi ! I already received my results which 6A 4B.I would like to do dentist .what u think whether foundation in science or A level could be the best choice ?
Either way is fine depending on your budget and which one fits you.
Hye..I am interested in software engineering..it that good course and demand in malaysia?
Which is better? Computer engineering or software engineering?
Yes, software engineering is in high demand
Hi, My name is Yee. I just got my SPM result with Math A+, Science A-, BI+Art+Moral B+ , BM+His D, Econ E.
I’m interested in Mass Comm & prefer to take a foundation in TARC.
My concern is which is the best colledge/university to study mass comm/foundation in Malaysia in terms of quality of lecturers,facilities ,course fees?I know KDU is quite good but it’s kind of expensive.What other universities in malaysia that provide good reputable education in this study?
Your reply is very much appreciated and is of utmost importance.
Thank you!
It depends on your budget. You asked for the best and then you asked for cheapest. You have to work out your budget and then you can know which university would fit into that budget. You can email me at info@eduspiral.com with your full name and mobile number for more information.
hello, i am a spm leaver. i am now taking a levels.. i am thinking whether should i stop and continue with stpm.. i have a few choices which are biomedical sc , dietitian , pharmacy. so which uni is the best with these courses? should i enter public uni or private uni.?due to finance problem, i think i am not going to overseas for further studies.i took a levels to keep my options opened. which career is now needed? and should i continue my a levels?
If you are not financially viable then go for STPM however the government would choose the course and university for you. To continue your A-Levels, you need to figure out your budget for degree studies in private university. Would you go out to buy a mobile phone without a budget? So, why are you taking A-Levels without a budget for your degree which could cost from RM60,000 to RM200,000?
Is there any demand for mass communication in malaysia?
Yes, there is.
What’s the best university to study dentistry in Malaysia in terms of quality of lecturers,course fees?I know IMU dentistry is quite good but it’s kind of expensive.What other universities in malaysia that provide good reputable education in dentistry?Reply is very much appreciated and is of utmost importance.Thank you!
MAHSA University. For more details please email me at info@eduspiral.com with your full name and mobile number
hello i’m aznih ..i’ve just got my spm result and i got 1A and the rest all B ..i’ve been thinking of taking foundation in engineering . is my result is good enough to enrolled in this courses ?
Yes, you can
What’s the future prospect of a dentist in malaysia in terms of job opportunities in the next coming 5 years?Reply is very much appreciated and is of utmost importance. Thanks!
Dentistry will always be in demand in Malaysia, so no problems with this course.
Hi i am waiting for my SPM result right now. I am interested in finance field. Which college or uni would you recommend if i would like to take a diploma in finance? It would be great if there is scholarship provided. Thanks!
You can email me at info@eduspiral.com with your full name, mobile number and course of interest and I will send you the details
Hi I’m currently studying A-level and would be finishing it this year. I’m thinking to further my studies in acturial science. Could I ask if there is demand in jobs in this field in Malaysia?
The demand is for experienced actuaries
Hi, I’m a SPM leaver and I’m a science student. I’m interested in studying medicine and become a doctor. Do you think if I get C in addmaths, biology, chemistry and physic, I have chance to study in medicine?
No, you need Bs
Hello 😊 I did mbbs first year but I’m no longer interested to continue in that field. I want to do ADTP in finance and marketing or actuarial science in Taylor’s. For ADTP do I need to do any pre-u programme?! Because I don’t wanna waste my another 1 year doing foundation
No, you will enter Year 1
Hello! 😊 I have a doubt. I did mbbs year 1 and I’m no longer interested to further continue in that field. So I want to do ADTP in finance and marketing in Taylor’s. ADTP does not for require any pre-u programme is it?! Can I apply with my son results?
Hi . I am a school leaver and don’t know what to study but I just want to ask . How about fashion designer ? I am not sure even I have a creative mind but it will be interesting . How about the salary and job opportunities ? I heard that the job is very unstable
People study fashion because it is their passion. Fashion design is not really a money making career and it depends on your talent for success. You can fill up the Career Assessment Form for me to analyse what is good for you.
I dont know what to study but i just want to know. How about fashion designer ? I hv to say honestly thay I don’t hv creative mind but I think it could be interesting . And the job is not stable even the salary is low right ?
To choose a course, you would need to look at your results, interests, skills, hobbies, personality and budget.
Hello,
-is air quality specialist is one of the job demand in malaysia?
-what job demand that can be pursue through environmental healthcare course?
-what is the starting salary for degree fresh graduate?
-is environmental healthcare course will lead to any of job demand in malaysia?
Never heard of such a course
Hello, is air quality specialist is one of the job demand in malaysia?…..how much the starting salary for fresh graduate in environmental healthcare course?…..
There is no mention of this in any salary report so I wouldn’t know
Hi, iam a account and ict student and still studying in highschool. But i love to further my studies in nutrition and dermatologies. which are these costs in demand? Can i further my studies in that cost because i have no add math and chemistry or physics?
You need to be a science student to study in those courses
Hi😄There is one thing I don’t understand, salary of pharmacy of fresh graduate is 3640 but then when they become junior executive it become 3470!? It’s decreasing? Why?
It is just an average salary of all pharmacists
Hi 😄 I’m deciding between pharmacy, accounting and actuarial science. I’m quite good in mathematics but my additional maths is bad, so should I choose Acturial science?
I’m always been told that accountant have a high salary, I’m suprised that Accountant is not in the list.
Anyone interested in Actuarial Science should be good in both maths as well as other subjects. That is just a survey by Jobstreet and is used as a guide.
is geology a good major and how about finding jobs as a geologist in malaysia?
Geologists may find work in oil and gas industry in Malaysia
Hi. It is stated above that geophysics is one of the highest paying salaries and it involves looking for oil and petroleum. What happens to geophysicists when petroleum runs out and they cannot find a new spot?
Then the obvious answer would be jobless
Can u suggest about job opportunity for fresh graduate in applied physics? Im afraid i would end up as a teacher…
Not sure what one can work as with applied physics
Hi,i student of foundation in science p stream sem 3,nowaday i wondering need to change my degree course from mechatronic engineering to biomedical engineering or continue with mechatronic,so can you give me so opinion and compared about this two course,thanks
Not much job potential for biomedical engineering in Malaysia.
Hi,i student of foundation in science p stream sem 3,nowaday i wondering that i need to chabge my degree course from mechatronic engineering to biomedical engineering or continue to mechatronic engineering,so can you give me some opinion about??
Job potential for biomedical engineering in Malaysia is not there.
Can I study medicine if I’m not taking biology in spm?
Not Possible
I am still searching for bachelor’s degree to enrol. Physiotherapy and working in a hospital setup isn’t my interest.My passion is in teaching,providing solutions counselling and consultation. A career where I can deal with people. A career which will grow and has a good demand in Malaysia and overseas. What is the future of Early childhood education? Currently, I’m looking into bachelor’s in early childhood care and education and occupational and environmental health and safety (OSHA) . Im still confused.Thanks in advance.
Both are good choices. Just depends on which one interests you more.
I am a spm leaver, i would like to take tesol. What job would it offer and would it be demanding in the future?
If someone takes TESL then I would assume that they would be prepared for a career in Teaching English. Standard of English is low in Malaysia therefore good English teachers would be in demand.
I am a spm leaver of year2015 and i want to know if there is any university that study vetenary. And i am also wandering if i should take stpm or diploma or foundation? Can you tell me please?
Only at IPTA or Public Universities, so you will need to take STPM
Is there any problem if I’m a science stream spm leaver but I opt for studying in A-level(accounting)??
Thousands of Science stream students have switched to Arts or Business courses without much problem.
Is there any problem if I’m a science stream spm leaver but I opt for studying in A-level(accounting)?
It is alright for science students to switch to arts.
Is electric and electronic is demand for 10 years onwards??? Can I knw which uni is best for the course???
Yes, it would be. APU, UCSI, Curtin, Heriot-Watt, KDU, or First City.
Can I pursue medicine or dentistry if I got 3.55 in foundation in science
I wouldn’t know as the entry requirements vary from university to university
Hello. How about the salary of an architect? Please let me know from starting to 10 years. Thanks.
We do not do research for specific job salaries. There is no report for the salary of architects in Malaysia as far as I know.
hi,i am a degree’s holder in marine science. can i pursue my study in environmental engineering?
Yes, it is possible but you will have to start from Year 1.
Hi there. Any ideas on what a median annual salary of a biomedical scientist fresh graduate would be in Malaysia?
There is no research done on the salary for biomedical professionals
Can clinical psychologists could survive in malaysia?? How about their salaries and job opportunities??
Yes, they can. Starting salary is about RM2800 to RM3000
How about clinical psychologist..?? And their job opportunities and salaries in Malaysia..
Starting salary is about RM2800 to RM3000 for a fresh graduate
hi. i am a spm leaver… i got 4A’S IN MATHS,HISTORY,MORAL, AND ICT, 4B in BAHASA MALAYSIA, ENGLISH, CHEMISTRY AND PHYSICS. and E IN ADD MATHS .. so, i interested in computer engineering …… so, do my spm qualification enough for that career requirements???
Yes, you can enter the Foundation for this course.
Hi, my name is Aaron. I obtained 8A(which comprises of A+, A and A-) and 1B+ in physics for 2013 SPM. and I pursued govern. matriculation for pure sciences and I obtained average grades of 1A 3A- ( 3.65 out of 4.00). now I am stranded at home while all of matriculation friends already started their first semester in university. I failed to secure place for Dentistry or ANY COURSE THAT’S RELATED TO MY FAV SCIENCE SUBJECTS( BIO,CHEM,MATHS) in public university, now i know how competetive it is with government University. In the recent UPU announcement, I was given a ‘lelong’ course which was Elec. engineering. I NEVER applied for dat since Engineering and physics are not my favourite things. I rebelled, i didnt go for the course. and now i am looking for another alternatives to pursue Dentistry and at least Bio and chem related field. but i seem to lost my way, i am worried because there will be lots of competetive candidates coming soon, and i may be forever stranded at home even with excellence results.
Students taking matriculation aim to enter public universities and courses such as dentistry and medicine are extremely competitive. Most of us already know that even with 4As in STPM, some students could not enter these courses. This is the risk that you take. The other alternative is to go for private universities and pay on your own. There is no free lunch in this world.
Greetings … im a level student and obtain ccd in chemistry maths and biology … which science course can i enroll with this result and hopefully the course i enroll will be demanded in future cause i didn’t want be a degree holder end up jobless… pls help me to choose the right pathway for my degree course …. im interested in healthcare management, but not sure abt the scope in malaysia. Could u pls help me so that i choose the right degree course ?? Thank you .
You can consider biomedical, biotechnology, chemical engineering, food science with nutrition or nutrition.
Hello
I have a bachelor in Architectural engineering but because of very low standards and no job or future whatsoever I am planning to take Master study in a different field.I would like to know is Architecture good career in Malaysia are jobs easz to find. All in all the fields that i am interested to study for master and future are : Aeronautical engineering, Automotive engineering, Computational Science , Software Egineering, Art , Music (film composer), Acting .
Please I would like to know which is a good future choice since I am really struggling here.
And What is the amount for study fee or housing dorms , is it cheap?
Thank You
It is not possible for you to pursue Masters in any of the courses that you have stated because they are not related to your degree.
hi, im spm 2010 leaver and also ex-medical student.. after my third year as medical student i have to dismissed my dream as a doctor due to financial problem. Now i have nothing except my spm result.. so can u suggest me what should i do? is there any course that take a short time or fast track to finish until degree. my spm result is 7A2B .. an honestly im a little bit interest in business.. but i dont care any course as long as the salary 👍👍 u know wht i mean.
You can consider studying in Singapore as you are able to complete a UK degree in 2 years. You can email me at info@eudspiral.com with your full name and mobile number for more details.
Hi. I’m SPM 2011 leaver. I just completed my Diploma in Software Engineering last March. Can I continue my degree in Chemical Engineering? Which course is the most demanded? Software Eng or Chemical Eng? Many people told me that Chemical Eng is so tough. What should I do?
You cannot transfer credits from a non-related diploma to the degree.
Hi, im a spm candidate this year. May i know the study pathway of engineering oil/gas if i decided to go for matriculation right after Form 5? Or is there any other suggestion other than taking matriculation at the first place?
You apply for matriculation and then get selected for the course. After that you apply into IPTA and hopefully you get the course that you want. The other path is to take Foundation at a private university and then continue on to the degree. It depends on your budget.
Thanks for the info. May u suggest best IPTA i can look upon to?
We only assist with IPTS, not IPTA
What is the future of nutritionist? How about the job opportunities and salaries?
No research done on nutritionists. Not really a high demand for this job in Malaysia. Salary is average. Have you seen a nutritionist yourself? Or anyone in your family? So, if no one you know has gone to see a nutritionist before, who would look for you after you graduate?
Im on my way to pursue my study in Dietetic for the degree level in an IPTA. Is it true that nutritionist/dietition are not being demanded in Malaysia? Did i chose the wrong path?
Nutritionists or Dietitian are not listed in any jobs high in demand in Malaysia as far as I know.
I have a problem choosing either to stu?dy for medicine or chemical engineering..I like to be a doctor but there are already so much of them in Malaysia ,I also like to be chemical engineer as they provide scholarships and more opportunities but the salary is less convincing than doctor..can I get your perspective on this
Salaries are slightly less for Chemical Engineers but if you can afford to pay more than RM400,000 to study medicine then go for it.
Do I get a scholarship for studying medicine if I got straight A’s in my SPM ?I heard that there are already too much of doctors in Malaysia ..Is that true and will it affect my opportunities to succeed in this career and to get promotions ?
Scholarships are awarded by various types of institutions and organisations with their own conditions. You can check with them what they are. Star Newspaper reported that there are too many doctors in Malaysia but demand is there for specialists. Opportunities depends on how smart and hardworking you are. Promotions are not automatic nor would fall from the sky.
HI. my interest was on medicine. but then i had financial problem where i cant pursue my studies on medicine. i got 9a1b in my spm (2008), stpm 3.33 1a3b (2010), diploma in medical assisstant 3.80. now im working as medical assisstant for past 6mths. i would like to pursue my studies in a field where i can earn better n at d same time i can up my studies? tks.
You should have contacted me after your SPM results to ask what to study. With your diploma, you can only enter into a degree in Biomedical Science.
hi im grace. currently im doing foundation in science and wants to pursue in medical field.
alot of my relatives, school consultant and parents are suggesting me to do dentistry compare to do medcine.
my first interest was being a child specialist where i can treat the youngs more often because i like working with children, and so i decided to do degree in mbbs after my foundation.
ive heard many negative thoughts on becoming a doctor because of the pay and working hours.
is it too bad to take up medcine to be a doctor in 6 years time, or should i consider dentistry, im looking for a job of satisfication, good pay, flexible working hours.
i need thoughts on doctor and dentistry. thx.
You choose the career based on your interests and passion. Although dentistry can be more flexible but are you able to work in an office setting and look at peoples’ mouths all your life?
what is the easiest job put high-paying ?
You can try being a prostitute
These salaries are embarrassing! It’s no wonder the best and brightest leave the country in droves. Malaysia can forget about being a developed nation with such slave wage payment.
im a spm leaver .. i got 2 b+’s in bm and moral, 3c’s in mathematics, english and history.. d in physics.. 2 e’s in chemistry and add maths.. am i able to take engineering programme(diploma) ?
No, you must have a credit in science
Can i have more information about engineering in oil/gas?
You can do a search on my blog http://www.eduspiral.com as I have written quite a lot about this topic.
I just got 3 As in SPM which is english,history and mathematics and i’m interesting in english and physics.Can i have some suggestions about what should i choose as my next study?
It depends on your interests. You can consider Mass Communication, Mechanical Engineering, Petroleum Engineering or Software Engineering. You can email me at info@eduspiral.com with your full name and mobile number for more information.
may i know how to be a nutritionist ?
Take the degree in Nutrition.
im a SPM leaver for 2014 and i got only 5 As for bm,english,pai,history and mathematics. am i qualified enough to futher studies in Law ?
yes
Hi, can I know the pathway for software engineering? If I decided to enter matriculation, what degree courses should i take? Bachelor of engineering or information technology?? As I know, not many universities in Malaysia have this course right? I’m just scare I will be jobless or should I change to other more brighter career courses. I don’t have idea right now. thanks =)
Pre-U and then into Degree. I don’t know what courses you can take should you decide to enter matriculation as there are a thousands of them and I am not God that can read your mind. Not many universities in Malaysia do not have engineering or IT? Are you sure?
what about nursing? because i dont see it in the list above as well and how much would the starting pay be?
If it’s not in the list then obviously it is not a top 10 highest paid job in Malaysia.
I’m a SPM leaver and I plan to take up Accounting + Finance course….I would like to know the pathway to complete it, as well as the expected career and monthly salary with this degree…..Thanks in advance.
P/s: I prefer local U as it will be much cheaper. #financial #problems
You take STPM and then try to enter IPTA for 3 years. Starting salary is about RM2500 to RM3000 depending on how well you perform in the interview and your experience.
What about a degree in Actuarial science? Is the pay really that bad? what kind of salary would I be getting throughout my career path? It looks like a luxurious job overseas but what about Malaysia? which occupation earns the highest amount of money? what about investment banker?
I am not sure what you mean by the pay for Actuarial Science is really bad. Please write your question in detail and clearly as I cannot read your mind. I don’t know what salary you will be getting throughout your life as I am not God. The write up already states the Top Ten Highest Salary in Malaysia, so just go read it again. You can search for Kelly Services or Robert Walters Salary reports for details of the salary of an investment banker.
What do you think of being an entomologist as a career? Do you know where should I start? What programme should I take?
If that’s what you want, then go for it however know that it does not have a high salary or job demand for it. You take STPM or Matrics and go for IPTA
How about starting salary for fresh graduates of islamic finance, human resources and dieticians / nutritionist?
You can find that information from the Kelly Services and Robert Walters Salary Reports
what does a geophysicists do? Does the salary of a geophysicists higher than a petroleum engineer normally?
Geophysicists are scientists who use physics, chemistry, geology and advanced mathematics to study the Earth and its composition, including its atmosphere, internal make-up, oceans and electrical and other fields. Basically, they work in looking for oil or petroleum deposits. Their salaries are high.
can I know what is the maximum salary of geophysicists & material engineer?
where can I study the course to become geophysics? what course is that?
There is no such thing as a maximum salary for any career. It depends on how good you are and the employer will pay you accordingly. You can study geophysics overseas.
I completed my pg diploma in advertising and PR. Now i am going to study MBA communication and PR. So what kind of Job can i expect in corporate companies (like advertising industry) and what would be my monthly salary ?
There are many types of jobs, just look in the job websites and you can find a lot. Starting salary for diploma is about RM1800 while for degree is about RM2100.
how much would a corporate communication and PR manager earn as fresherS???
Starting salary is RM2100. You cannot become a PR Manager as a freshie.
what about food technologist and nutritionist ?? what’s the maximum pay can be achieved ?
There isn’t a study I know off for Food Tech and Nutrition salaries. There is no such thing as a maximum, if the company wants to pay a high salary to the staff, why would there be a maximum?
How about mass communication sir? I don’t see any in the list above? I plan to take mass communication. I am afraid it won’t lead me into a better life. Let’s talk about money. Would there be a lot of money if I take mass communication. Please reply with honesty.
Mass Comm you can earn up to RM10,000 or RM20,000 a month if you are good.
Sir, do human resources jobs are still on demand in Malaysia? Because I’m a graduate student in degree in HRD.
Yes, Human Resource jobs are in demand in Malaysia
Sir, is bachelor degree in human resources worth it in Malaysia?
Yes, it is in demand