Communication, Journalism, Media Studies

    The humanities: the science of people

     What is the humanities? doctorjob finds all the answers. read more >>

    Career Description: Media Critic

    Broadcasting your thoughts on the best (and worst) of pop culture.   read more >>

    Making a life out of style

    The perceived glitz and razzamatazz of lifestyle magazines draws in a lot of young hopefuls, looking to make their mark. However, all is not what it seems, according to Aileen Soo, editor of Seventeen. read more >>

    Minding your business

    While the creatives in the advertising agencies are often lauded for their imagination and originality, few are acquainted with the people who make the advertisements seen. Rahul Thappa of Mindshare Malaysia gave doctorjob a glimpse into the media planning and buying aspect of this fast-paced industry.   read more >>

    An Accidental Star: Life as a TV Presenter

    Will Quah is now a regular face on Malaysian TV but the confident young presenter confides to doctorjob that fame and fortune was not foremost in his mind as a teenager. read more >>

    Talking to the masses

    The world of corporate communications requires quick thinkers and smooth talkers, who can react coolly and calmly to any number of situations. Siti Maziha Mustapha and Norzita Yunus of KLIUC introduce this fast-growing industry.   read more >>

    Managing a magazine

    Eric Chan, Editor of Men’s Health Malaysia, talked to doctorjob about what goes on behind the scenes of a men’s lifestyle magazine – and advised aspiring journalists on what to do to impress. read more >>

    Agencies of change

    Persuading people to choose one brand over another is a key job of an advertising agency. Mohd Amir bin Mat Omar, Lecturer in the School of Communication and Language Studies of KLIUC, introduces awaiting opportunities within this fast-paced industry.  read more >>

    Communication: what is it and is it for you?

    Dr Patricia K L Goon lecturer in communication and cultural studies from Monash University Malaysia gives her advice.  read more >>

    From courtroom to camera

    Getting your face on TV (for more than a quick ‘Hi, mum!’) doesn’t have to be as difficult as it sounds. Florence Looi, news presenter for ntv7, talked to Gareth Corsi about her roundabout route into the media.  read more >>