Chancellor
Professor Emeritus Tengku Dato’ Shamsul Bahrin
Professor Emeritus Tengku Dato’ Shamsul Bahrin has been with Nilai University (Nilai College as it was then known) since its inception in 1998. In his role as President, he was instrumental in getting the institution upgraded to ‘university college’ (2008) and full ‘university’ status (2012). He holds an Honours degree in Geography from Universiti Malaya and a Master’s Degree in Geography from the University of Sheffield, UK. He is a firm believer in democratisation of higher education through scholarships and financial aids.
Vice Chancellor
Professor Dato’ Dr. Azhar Bin Ismail
Professor Dato’ Dr. Azhar has more than a three-decade career as an entomologist at MARDI and the Malaysian Cocoa Board. Before he was appointed the Vice-Chancellor of the Nilai University, he was the Director-General of the Malaysian Cocoa Board and was at the helm for more than 10 years.
Professor Dato’ Dr. Azhar did his undergraduate degree in Entomology at the University of California, Davis and continued his graduate degrees of Masters and PhD in Entomology at the Washington State University. He served as an Adjunct Professor with the Department of Crop Protection at University Putra Malaysia in Serdang Selangor. Also, he was the President of the Entomological Society of Malaysia (Entoma) in 2001-02.
As a Vice-Chancellor of Nilai University, Professor Dato’ Dr. Azhar will oversee all aspects of the university’s operation, especially in teaching, research and public service mission. He looks forward to boldly leading the university to new heights in academic excellence, public visibility and upward mobility for students from all backgrounds.
Deputy Vice Chancellor (Academic Affairs)
Dr. Song Kuok Thong
Dr. Song Kuok Thong is the Deputy Vice Chancellor (Academic Affairs) and Dean of the Faculty of Business, Hospitality, and Humanities at Nilai University. Holding a PhD in Management and a Master of Science specializing in International Economics, Dr. Song brings extensive academic expertise and strategic insight to his roles. His career includes previous leadership as Pro-Vice Chancellor, with a steadfast commitment to advancing academic excellence and industry relevance.
Currently, Dr. Song is a member of the HRD Corp Industry Expert Committee (IEC) and a Certified Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) practitioner, underscoring his dedication to sustainable and forward-thinking leadership at Nilai University. Through his guidance, he aims to enhance the University’s impact by upholding academic quality, fostering innovation, and deepening industry engagement to shape students into globally competent professionals.
Executive Committee
Dr. Song Kuok Thong
Deputy Vice Chancellor (Academic Affairs)
Dean of the Faculty of Business, Hospitality, and Humanities
Ts. Harlina Harun
Dean
Faculty of Aviation, Science and Technology
Ida Chin Meng Li
Registrar
Lim Thian Lai
Deputy Registrar
Student Services
Senate
Professor Dato’ Dr. Azhar Bin Ismail
Vice Chancellor
Dr. Song Kuok Thong
Deputy Vice Chancellor (Academic Affairs)
Dean of the Faculty of Business, Hospitality, and Humanities
Ida Chin Meng Li
Registrar
Ts. Harlina Harun
Dean
Faculty of Aviation, Science and Technology
Assoc. Prof. Dr. Evyan Yang Chia Yan
Head
Centre for Research & Post Graduate Studies
Dr. Gan Kam Kong @ Gan Joo Kong
Head
Graduate School of Business, School of Management and Marketing
Faculty of Business, Hospitality and Humanities
Prof. Dr. Tang Keow Ngang
Head
Postgraduate Programme in Education (PPE)
Faculty of Business, Hospitality and Humanities
Assoc. Prof. Dr. Ng Shee Ping
Head
School of Applied Sciences
Faculty of Aviation, Science and Technology
Dr. Louie Longasa Timajo
Head
School of Aircraft Maintenance
Faculty of Aviation, Science and Technology
Ts. Dr. Rozita Binti Husain
Head
School of Management & Marketing
Faculty of Business, Hospitality & Humanities
Kalpana Nair A/P Kerupagaran
Head
School of Humanities & Social Sciences
Faculty of Business, Hospitality & Humanities
Dr. Irma Naddiya Binti Mushaddik
Head
School of Accounting & Finance
Faculty of Business, Hospitality & Humanities
Fan Wai Mun
Head
School of Hospitality & Tourism
Faculty of Business, Hospitality & Humanities
Lee Xui Xian
Head
School of Nursing
Faculty of Aviation, Science and Technology
Mohd Shahdi Bin Ahmad
Head
School of Computing
Faculty of Aviation, Science and Technology
Kavita A/P Arumugam
Head
Examination Unit
Administration Team
Ida Chin Meng Li
Registrar
Sujatha.R
Manager
Department of Human Resources
Nallammah Peresamy
Head
Department for The Office of Admission & Records
Nagalingam Karpayah
Manager
Campus Building & Grounds
Lim Thian Lai
Deputy Registrar (Student Services)
Department of Student Affairs, Accommodation Office, and Alumni
Department of Security, and Building & Ground Office
Lt.(R) Kamal Azwan Norkamal
Manager
Safety & Security
Herman Shah Zainal
Librarian
Learning Resource Centre
Khoo Teck Yong
Chief Liaison Officer (China Student)
Chin Shook Hon
Assistant Manager
International Office
Kavita A/P Arumugam
Head
Examination Unit
