Undergraduate Project Supervision: Constructive Strategies for Effective Mentorship

  • Mohd Amzari Tumiran Academy of Contemporary Islamic Studies, Universiti Teknologi MARA, 40450 Shah Alam, Selangor, Malaysia
  • Sharifah Fadylawaty Syed Abdullah Academy of Contemporary Islamic Studies, Universiti Teknologi MARA, 40450 Shah Alam, Selangor, Malaysia
  • Nasharuddin Mohammad Academy of Contemporary Islamic Studies, Universiti Teknologi MARA, 40450 Shah Alam, Selangor, Malaysia
  • Mohd Yadman Sarwan Academy of Contemporary Islamic Studies, Universiti Teknologi MARA, 40450 Shah Alam, Selangor, Malaysia
  • Mohd Solahuddin Shahruddin Academy of Contemporary Islamic Studies, Universiti Teknologi MARA, 40450 Shah Alam, Selangor, Malaysia
DOI: https://doi.org/10.47405/mjssh.v9i11.3061
Keywords: undergraduate project supervision, mentorship, academic success, peer advising, mentor-mentee relationships

Abstract

Undergraduate project supervision is one obligatory component of education in higher institutions that involves assisting students as they conduct personal research and/or practical work geared towards preparing a final document or presentation. Supervision of undergraduate project papers, however, remains a complex task that can hinder the success of supervision; hence, the learning of the students and their career growth go down as well. This study aims to analyse the literature on effective mentorship strategies in undergraduate project supervision. Literature analysis for this study has been carried out with great precision through a systematic search strategy based on some keywords. The literature analysis reveals several constructive strategies for effective mentorship in undergraduate project supervision, namely: (a) establish a regular consultation schedule; (b) guide the preparation of a timeline/Gantt chart; (c) encourage topic selection related to internship or industry needs; (d) avoid last-minute preparations; (e) review work methodically; and (f) adapt supervision to student needs. In conclusion, this study sheds light on how using efficient supervision for undergraduate project management requires active and ready mentorship. For future studies on the present study, it is a good idea to research the long-term effects of mentorship on the students and the way sustained mentorship factors affect the academic results and career paths of learners over time.

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Published
2024-11-23
How to Cite
Tumiran, M. A., Syed Abdullah, S. F., Mohammad, N., Sarwan, M. Y. and Shahruddin, M. S. (2024) “Undergraduate Project Supervision: Constructive Strategies for Effective Mentorship”, Malaysian Journal of Social Sciences and Humanities (MJSSH), 9(11), p. e003061. doi: 10.47405/mjssh.v9i11.3061.
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Vol 9 No 11 (2024)
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