Biography
Tan Sri Dato' Dr Palan’s work has been dedicated to helping people learn and perform for the last four decades. He has had a lifelong pursuit of promoting affordable and quality education with equitable access to all. He has been at the forefront of making significant research and teaching contributions to the world of work, education, healthcare, and entrepreneurship. He is committed to upholding the University’s core mission of quality education and research by ensuring high academic standards. Over the years, he has led efforts to build industry partnerships and talent. He is enthusiastic about successful graduate outcomes and employability. Palan, a Malaysian, lives with his family in Cyberjaya, Malaysia.
Research Fields
Current Institution
Oct, 2013 - Current |Postdoctoral Researcher
Department of Social Sciences, University of Cyberjaya, Cyberjaya, Malaysia
Education Qualification
Jul, 2012 - Nov, 2012
Management, Harvard Business School (AMP), Cambridge, United States
Jan, 2012 - May, 2018 |Doctorate
Education, Federation University, Ballarat, Australia
Jan, 2010 - Jan, 2012 |Master
Psychology, Leicester University, Leicester, United Kingdom
Jan, 1991 - Jan, 1997 |Doctorate
Management, California Coast University, Santa Ana, United States
Jun, 1977 - Jun, 1979 |Master
Medical & Psychiatric Social Work, Madras School of Social Work (Madras University), Chennai, India
Jul, 1974 - Jun, 1977 |Bachelor
Chemistry, New College (Madras University), Chennai, India
Previous Work Experience
Jan, 1989 - Jan, 2013 |Senior Researcher
Human Resources, SMR HR Group, Kuala Lumour, Malaysia
Journal Roles
Editorial Board Member
International Journal of Vocational Education and Training Research
Mar, 2024 - Current
Publications (2)
Honors and Awards
Honorary Doctorate in Entrepreneurship Education
Awarded Oct, 2022
Awarded by University Kebangsaan Malaysia (National University of Malaysia)
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