Through investment talk and the 8th Annual Stock Trading Competition 2026
By KONG
LABUAN: Universiti Malaysia Sabah (UMS) Labuan International Campus (UMSKAL) successfully organised an investment talk titled “From Learning to Earning: Practical Stock Trading Strategies for Students” in conjunction with the 8th Annual Stock Trading Competition 2026 at Dewan Kuliah Pusat 1 (DKP 1) recently, further reinforcing the university’s commitment to enhancing financial literacy and practical investment knowledge among students.
The programme received an overwhelming response, with a total of 419 students registering and approximately 373 participants attending the session. The encouraging turnout reflected the growing interest among students in stock trading, investment strategies, and real-world financial market exposure.
The event brought together academic leaders, industry practitioners, and students on a collaborative platform aimed at bridging classroom learning with practical investment applications. Among the distinguished guests present were Associate Professor Dr. Geoffrey Harvey Tanakinjal, Dean of the Labuan Faculty of International Finance, alongside academic representatives including Dr. Ricky Chia Chee Jiun, Deputy Dean of Academic and International, Dr. Alesia Sigang Gukang, Deputy Dean of Research and Innovation, Dr. Siti Nur Aqilah Ab Wahab, Head of International Finance Programme, Dr. Andrew Saw Tek Wei, Head of Banking and Offshore Programme, Dr. Norhamiza Ishak, Dr. Sharinah Puasa, and Dr. Aminah Shari as the Programme Coordinator.
The programme also featured invited industry speakers including Shane Choo representing Bursa Malaysia as the Manager of Bursa Young Investor Club, Vincent Voo, and Siti Nur Idayu Samrin from RHB Investment Bank.
In his welcoming address, Dr. Geoffrey emphasised the faculty’s commitment to producing financially literate, innovative, and industry-ready graduates capable of adapting to the increasingly challenging industry landscape. He also encouraged students to continuously update their resumes and Curriculum Vitae (CV) by incorporating digital, analytical, and Artificial Intelligence (AI) skills to enhance graduate competitiveness in the global job market, which is increasingly driven by technology and digital transformation.
The programme was coordinated by Dr. Aminah Shari, while Muhammad Hanafi bin Mohammad served as the Programme Director. The initiative formed part of the university’s broader agenda to strengthen experiential learning and enhance collaboration between academia and industry.
During the session, Shane Choo shared practical stock trading strategies tailored specifically for university students. His presentation focused on market behaviour, risk awareness, investment discipline, and strategic decision-making techniques essential for young investors entering the capital market.
Meanwhile, Vincent Voo provided participants with valuable guidance on the fundamentals of share trading, including procedures for opening a Central Depository System (CDS) account and understanding the mechanisms of stock market participation.
As a result of the sharing session, a total of 184 students expressed interest in opening CDS accounts with RHB Investment Bank as an initial step towards actively participating in stock market investments. This development demonstrated growing awareness and confidence among students regarding the importance of financial literacy and early involvement in the capital market.
Participants also had the opportunity to engage directly with industry practitioners throughout the programme, enabling them to gain deeper insights into investment planning, market dynamics, and risk management strategies. The interactive engagement further helped students better understand real-world trading practices within the financial market.
The programme was organised by the International Finance HE19 Club, with Bursa Malaysia serving as the main sponsor, alongside strategic collaborations with LifeChamp and RHB Investment Bank. In support of financial literacy development and investment education among university students, Bursa Malaysia also provided sponsorship for cash prizes for the 8th Stock Trading Competition, which is scheduled to take place on 12 and 13 June 2026. The sponsorship reflected Bursa Malaysia’s continued commitment to empowering the younger generation through capital market education and experiential investment initiatives.
The strategic collaboration between higher education institutions and industry players further demonstrated the importance of academia-industry synergy in producing investment-literate, competitive, and future-ready graduates.
Overall, the initiative reflects UMSLIC’s ongoing commitment to empowering students with practical financial knowledge, industry exposure, and critical decision-making skills. Through programmes such as the Stock Trading Competition and investment talks, UMSLIC continues to play a vital role in preparing graduates to navigate the increasingly dynamic and competitive global financial landscape.
Group photo of the attendees.
