Proceedings of the 4th International Conference on the Future of Asean 2023 (ICoFA 2023)

+ Advanced search
29 articles
Proceedings Article

Peer-Review Statements

Nursyamilah Annuar, Sabiroh Md Sabri, Ismalaili Ismail, Mahyudin Ahmad, Farah Lina Azizan, Nurul Labanihuda Abdull Rahman, Nurwahida Fuad
Proceedings Article

Factors that Affect Community in Contributing to Cash Waqf for Economic Development: A Structured Review

Nurnazifa Gzahli, Hasyeilla Abd Mutalib, Afiffudin Mohammed Noor
Considering the importance of cash waqf in developing waqf institutions and enhancing the socioeconomic of the ummah. Cash waqf is seen also as alternative sustainable finance in economic development. It is easier for the community to do waqf even if they don’t have land because cash waqf can be done...
Proceedings Article

Operations Practices and Government Policies Towards SMEs Performances

Abang Hamizam Abang Mohar, Ida Izumi Abdollah, Jati Kasuma Ali, Ummi Farhani Firdaus
Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) represent an important sector in the development of the national economy. Despite such importance, Malaysian SMEs are still behind in terms of their contribution to the nation’s GDP as compared to other nations. This has not been in tandem with the pace of the overall...
Proceedings Article

Generation Z’s Behavioural Intention to Use E-Wallet During the Pandemic of COVID-19

Nor Azimah Yusof Suwandi, Ermiza Azman, Syasya Nurfarhana Mazni, Noreha Mohamed Yusof
An e-wallet is a type of payment system that transfers physical wallet functions to a virtual setting to carry out electronic transactions using a range of payment options, including bank accounts, debit cards, credit cards, loyalty cards, and mobile phones. This study aims to examine Generation Z’s...
Proceedings Article

Efficiency Measurement and Ranking of Water Supply Service Malaysia by Using Hybrid DEA and PROMETHEE II Method

Nur Rasyida Mohd Rashid, Dayang Rini Najwa Mohd Huza, Alia Mohamad Naem, Fatin Ain Sabrina Fauzan
Water is a crucial resource in our daily life and is needed for rapid socio-economic development worldwide. Therefore, the evaluation of efficiency for water supply services is an important aspect to assure that the whole sector works efficiently. Data Envelopment Analysis (DEA) is a linear programming...
Proceedings Article

AITAB Contract: Analysing Islamic Banking Institutions Issues and Challenges in Moratorium Practices During COVID-19

Nur Ain Nazihah Muhammad Rizal, Afiffudin Mohammed Noor, Hasyeilla Abd Mutalib
The purpose of this study is to explore the issues and challenges of moratorium practices faced by Islamic banking institutions in relation to AITAB contracts during COVID-19. This study used a qualitative method by conducting interviews with 2 respondents from the same local Islamic banking institution....
Proceedings Article

A Systematic Review on Theory of Planned Behavior Model Towards Online Food Delivery Applications in the Business Management Sector

Nur Syakinah Abdul Nasir, Nurul Labanihuda Abdull Rahman, Hasyeilla Abd Mutalib
Food consumption patterns have changed significantly as a result of the development of e-commerce, and an increasing number of consumers choose to order food through online platforms. However, there is a gap in the literature that prevents a comprehensive analysis of these factors. Hence, the purpose...
Proceedings Article

Taoist Federation: A Study on Malaysia-Singapore-China Relations Based on Public Diplomacy Theory

Wang Chaoqun, Nasrudin Mohamed, Gy. R. Hashim
Religion is a kind of cultural resource for external exchanges. China is the birthplace of Taoism. Taoism is an integral part of Chinese culture and the precious wealth of human civilization. As the carrier of public diplomacy between China and Singapore and also Malaysia, the Singapore Taoist Federation...
Proceedings Article

Organizational Behavior and Organizational Citizenship Behavior in Construction Industrial Development Board (CIDB): Mediating Effect of Knowledge Sharing

Noor Azreen Mohd Khushairi, Norzanah Mat Nor, Hamidey Hamid
This study examines the importance of the Organizational Citizenship Behaviour (OCB) of employees in the Construction Industrial Development Board (CIDB). This research used a quantitative approach with a survey method. The sample of this study was collected from 49 employees from CIDB Kuala Lumpur and...
Proceedings Article

Recovery and Rebuilding of Healthcare Travel at Post COVID-19: Malaysia and the ASEAN Economic Community

Norzayana Yusof, Huey Min Liew
The unprecedented novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic has put a halt in various sectors including tourism. Malaysia, along with other ASEAN state members, are not exceptional. This article aims to elucidate the existing collaboration between Malaysian and ASEAN healthcare travel post-pandemic and carve...
Proceedings Article

Adaptive Performance Among Malaysian Public University Lecturers

Ainaa Idayu Iskandar, Abdul Rahman Abdul Rahim, Ahmad Fadhly Arham, Arnida Jahya
One of the ways for organizations to remain competitive and relevant in their respective industry is through the employment of highly adaptive employees. The ability to act swiftly toward current situational environment needs (such as the adoption of educational technologies) may increase the effectiveness...
Proceedings Article

The Impact of Electronic Word-Of-Mouth (eWOM) on Ecotourism Destination Choice: A Conceptual Paper

Nurul Aida Harun, Masliana Tamrin, Norazamimah Bogal, Surya Ahmad Royali, Afrah Hayati Abdul Rahman
The influence of electronic word-of-mouth (eWOM) on consumers is widely recognised, especially on the consumers’ purchase intention. However, in recent years, social media has formed a new dimension on eWOM, enabling users to interact online and greatly influencing consumers. The presence of eWOM is...
Proceedings Article

Factors Driving Organic Food Purchase Among Malaysians in Klang Valley: Does Advertising Important?

Noraihan Mohamad, Nur ‘Amirah Abdul Nasir, Nurul Izzah Eddy Zulkarnain
Organic is a process of agricultural products like vegetables, meat, dairy products, fruits and grains. Organic is designed to enhance the soil and water quality, safe and healthy life, enable natural livestock behaviour, and others. Previous research has consistently stated various factors that influence...
Proceedings Article

Factors that Affect Technology Acceptance Model Towards E-Wallet in Business Sector: Systematic Literature Review

Nurul Labanihuda Abdull Rahman, Hasyeilla Abd Mutalib, Sabiroh Md Sabri, Nursyamilah Annuar, Sharifah K. Musairah
In recent years, a brand-new alternate payment method called the e-wallet has arisen. In light of the government’s ambition to create a cashless society, mobile payment technology, notably e-wallets, is attracting more attention lately. A thorough examination of these aspects is nevertheless impossible...
Proceedings Article

A Conceptual Paper of Factors Impacting Employees’ Productivity

Aishah Sakinah Abdul Rahman, Nursyamilah Annuar, Sabiroh Md Sabri
Employees’ productivity is not an unfamiliar topic in organizations or management. A high effect on employees’ productivity certainly influences an organization’s goals and objectives. There are a lot of factors that influence employees’ productivity. According to previous studies’ findings, organizational...
Proceedings Article

Mapping the Factors Affecting Waqf Property for Economic Development: A Systematic Review

Hasyeilla Abd Mutalib, Sharifah K. Musairah, Sabiroh Md Sabri, Nurul Labanihuda Abdull Rahman, Nursyamilah Annuar
Waqf is part of the ibadah that is strongly demanded by Islam. The development of waqf property has played a major role as the main factor in the community’s socioeconomic development and Islamic civilization development. This study employs the four stages in conducting the SLR. It starts with identifying...
Proceedings Article

Exploring the Measurement of Digital Inclusion: A Review of Literature

Sabiroh Md Sabri, Nurul Labanihuda Abdull Rahman, Nursyamilah Annuar, Hasyeilla Abd Mutalib, Sharifah K. Musairah, Iwan Kurniawan Subagja
Digital inclusion is a socio-technological process that enables individuals and communities to have access and digital skills to use information and communication technologies. Digital inclusion helps individuals and communities to be able to participate and benefit from today’s growing information society....
Proceedings Article

Demographic, Lifestyle and Mental Health Factors Associated with Physical Activity Among School-Going Adolescents in Timor-Leste

Yong Kang Cheah
It is widely accepted that physical activity has beneficial impacts on health outcomes. However, a large proportion of adolescents are physically inactive. The objective of the present study is to examine factors associated with physical activity among school-going adolescents in Timor-Leste. Nationally...
Proceedings Article

Impact Donor to Fund in Crowdfunding Donation for Social Welfare and Development: A Systematic Literature Review

Nur Athirah Abd Rahman, Hasyeilla Abd Mutalib, Nurul Labanihuda Abdull Rahman
In reaction to the coronavirus pandemic, several fundraising campaigns have emerged to reduce the financial strains imposed on social exclusionary behaviours. Crowdfunding is another method of raising money that is not reliant on banks. Donation-based crowdfunding is growing in acceptance as a viable...
Proceedings Article

Diploma in Pharmacy Students’ Preference and Perception of Online Laboratory Practical Throughout the COVID-19 Pandemic in Malaysia

Nursyuhadah Othman, Wan Muhammad Dhiyauddin Wan Mohd Bilal, Muhammad Shahril Imran Ismail, Roz Azinur Che Lamin
Students in the Diploma in Pharmacy programme are required to attend a practical session in subjects related to life sciences, chemistry and pharmaceutical courses as a requirement for graduation. When COVID-19 hit Malaysia, the face-to-face practical laboratory sessions were converted to an online delivery...
Proceedings Article

Literature in Malaysian Classrooms: A Conceptual Paper

Natasha Zuhaimi, Amalia Qistina Castenada Abdullah
Adhere to the latest Twelfth Malaysia Plan (12MP). It is essential to elevate the status of our nation to be at par with other developed countries globally. That said, students need to be critical thinkers is highly necessary. As early as primary school, students ought to be exposed to components that...
Proceedings Article

Effect of the COVID-19 Lockdown and Post-lockdown on Mental Health Among Diploma in Pharmacy Students

Roz Azinur Che Lamin, Nurul Aqilah Fatawari, Cantianella Rampa Anak Tedong, Rita Angelina Nyangan Anak Prie, Nursyuhadah Othman
The COVID-19 epidemic has affected tertiary educational institutions through the implementation of phases of lockdown. This study assessed the prevalence of self-perceived mental health among Diploma in Pharmacy students. A cross-sectional study was conducted among Diploma in Pharmacy students from May...
Proceedings Article

A Preliminary Study on Promoting E-Book About Halal Industry Framework in Malaysia for Public Awareness in Malaysia

Asmaa Awang, Noor Yuslida Hazahari, Nurhidayu Al-Saari
Malaysia’s halal industry is one of the most well-known in the world. However, some Malaysians still believe that halal scopes in Malaysia only apply to the food and beverage industries. Hence, the main objective of this study is to assess public awareness and knowledge of the halal industry framework...
Proceedings Article

Factors that Contribute to Youth Participation in Volunteering Activities in Sungai Petani

Nurul Najihah Adnan, Siti Fatimah Mohamad Shuhaimi, Adnan Aminuddin
Volunteering becomes one of the most effective approaches to engaging the youth and supporting their concentration on community activities while fostering their development as grassroots leaders. This study aimed to determine how the youth can be motivated to join volunteering activities by identifying...
Proceedings Article

Chinese Medical English Students’ Beliefs on Vocabulary Learning and Memory Strategies Usage

Cui Hongmei, Naginder Kaur
Medical English is seen as an important bridge in international medical exchanges and cooperation, particularly against the backdrop of globalization. As such, medical English learners should master science and technology vocabulary to compete in the world, although medical English vocabulary has been...
Proceedings Article

How Does University Support Influence Social Entrepreneurship Intention Among Malaysian University Students?

Siti Daleela Mohd Wahid, Nur Aima Shafie, Salwa Zolkaflil, Perengki Susanto
Scholars have acknowledged the influence of university support on students’ entrepreneurial intention and behavior. However, the extended literature showed the relationship between university support and social entrepreneurship intention to be inconsistent. To further the understanding of this issue,...
Proceedings Article

Strategy on the Practices and Responses of Health Emergency Disaster Risk Management in Several Countries: A Scoping Review

` Ainatul Fathiyah Abdul Rahim, Irina Safitri Zen, Alias Abdullah
The impact of COVID-19 extends beyond the boundaries of human health. The emergence of COVID-19 provides empirical evidence that a health disaster is inevitable. The COVID-19 pandemic and its effects provided a basis for this research paper to extend the view by revisiting the global policy framework...
Proceedings Article

The Effect of Personality Traits Towards Self-directed Learning Skills Among University Students

Nursyamilah Annuar, Sabiroh Md Sabri, Nurul Labanihuda Abdull Rahman, Sharifah K. Musairah, Hasyeilla Abd Mutalib, Dazmin Daud, Mohd Remie Mohd Johan
Self-directed learning is deemed as a learning process of students that are willing to take initiative either with or without the help of others, in their learning needs, learning goals, learning strategies and learning outcomes. When it is first introduced, it was viewed as a threat to students’ education...
Proceedings Article

The Impact of Student Achievement-Based Assessment Report (SABAR) on Student Learning and Engagement

Sharifah K. Musairah, Hasyeilla Abd Mutalib, Sabiroh Md Sabri, Nursyamilah Annuar, Nurul Labanihuda Abdull Rahman
Student achievement-based assessment reports (SABAR) provide information about a student’s academic performance, including grades, test scores, and other indicators of academic success. SABAR is an assessment model designed to motivate students to learn so that grades closely mirror learning. The extent...