Universiti Malaysia Terengganu (UMT) has remained committed to producing “IDAMAN students,” who not only excel academically but also possess strong intellectual capacity, a solid sense of identity, as well as leadership and volunteerism qualities that enable them to become impactful alumni on the global stage.

Talent development approach implemented at UMT has focused on shaping students with leadership, innovation, employability, social awareness and professional skills through a range of strategic programmes especially designed for undergraduates.

Through its Student Affairs and Alumni Office (HEPA), UMT has implemented various initiatives to advance the inclusive talent development of “IDAMAN Students.”

Among these are the Student Talent Development Camp (BAKAT) and the Student Leadership Camp (KEMSIS), which served as platforms to strengthen efforts in identifying and nurturing students’ leadership potential. These high-potential students were selected to participate in the National Student Programme organized by the Ministry of Higher Education (MOHE) as part of the efforts to cultivate a strong sense of patriotism.

In terms of professional skills, students have also been exposed to entrepreneurship programmes managed by the Centre for Graduate Entrepreneurship and Employability (UMT-GEM).

Among the programmes organized to nurture students’ entrepreneurship potential are the Serambi Niaga Project, the Student Microcredit Programme (PEMERKASA), the Future Entrepreneurs in Food Security Convention (FEAST), the Digital Innovation Creativepreneur (DICE), and many others.

UMT has also strengthened students’ global visibility through international exchanges and collaboration programmes, which have provided opportunities for them to understand professional cultures in different countries and to build international networks.

Students with strong potential and global leadership values were selected to represent the university as presenters at international seminars through the Global Student Leadership Summit (GSLS) programme. In 2024, six UMT students participated in GSLS in Istanbul, Turkey, and in 2025, four students delivered their presentation based on five thrusts, namely leadership, sustainability: environment social governance, entrepreneurship, and financial literacy, at Tsukuba Ibari University, Japan.

In addition, UMT has placed strong emphasis on the natural development of students’ character through leadership values by providing opportunities for them to lead clubs, associations, and community-based projects. Through these experiences, students are able to sharpen their skills in communicating, managing teams, solving problems, while also adapting to the need to uphold ethics and integrity in making decisions. These efforts ensure that UMT students are not only well prepared to enter the workforce, but are also capable of becoming positive agents of change for the community and the industry.

All these talent development initiatives have further strengthened UMT’s position as a university that produces graduates who are confident, resilient, and capable of competing on the global stage.

Strategic collaborations with industry players, government agencies, and international partners have also created wider opportunities for students to grow into outstanding talents.

Through the continuous implementation of  holistic talent development programmes, UMT has demonstrated that it not only prioritizes academic excellence but also takes the responsibility to shape a future generation that is competent, credible, and prepared to face global challenges.

With these comprehensive efforts, UMT has continued to elevate its standing as a leading educational institution that nurtures talents who not only excel in Malaysia but also shine on the world stage.