On May 2, 2024, Universiti Putra Malaysia’s (UPM) Faculty of Agriculture and Global Bridge Education (GBE) officially exchanged a Letter of Intent (LOI), marking the beginning of a strategic collaboration aimed at increasing international student enrollment in postgraduate programs. The ceremony was attended by Prof. Dr. Loh Teck Chwen, Dean of the Faculty of Agriculture, alongside GBE representatives Ms. Vivian Chwa and Mr. Alan Ng.
This partnership highlights GBE’s commitment to bridging global talent with Malaysia’s top academic institutions, strengthening UPM’s position as a leading agricultural education hub in the region.
Expanding International Academic Collaboration
The collaboration between UPM and GBE extends beyond student recruitment, fostering a long-term relationship focused on:
- Promoting Postgraduate Studies – Attracting more international students to pursue advanced degrees at UPM’s Faculty of Agriculture.
- Academic Development Programs – Introducing specialized training, research initiatives, and professional development courses.
- Exchange of Expertise – Facilitating knowledge-sharing sessions between UPM faculty members and global experts in agricultural sciences.
- Facility Sharing & Outreach Programs – Leveraging UPM’s world-class research facilities and conducting joint outreach efforts to expand visibility internationally.
- Educational Visits & Mutual Engagements – Strengthening collaboration through international student exchange programs, faculty visits, and industry partnerships.
Positioning UPM as a Global Agricultural Hub
Through this partnership, UPM’s Faculty of Agriculture aims to enhance its global reputation and attract top-tier talent to its postgraduate programs. By collaborating with GBE, UPM gains access to a vast international network of students and academic partners, positioning the university as a premier destination for agricultural research and education.
GBE is proud to support Malaysia’s national vision of becoming a global education hub, and this collaboration with UPM serves as a vital step in expanding academic opportunities, fostering research excellence, and advancing agricultural education at an international level.
