By UOW Malaysia 

On 27 July 2026, Diploma in Business students from UOW Malaysia KDU Penang University College had the privilege of attending an insightful session with Richard Oon, National Tax Director of ShineWing TY Teoh, as part of the Industry Adjunct Speaker Series.

The session reinforced that strong business decisions are grounded in financial understanding. Key takeaways included:

• The importance of strategic planning
• Using financial statements as a business health check
• Prioritising cash flow management
• Leveraging financial modelling to evaluate opportunities and risks
• Applying break‑even analysis to achieve sustainable growth

This engagement equipped students with practical knowledge that bridges classroom learning and industry practice, preparing them to make informed decisions in their future careers.