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60 seconds with … Sathi Gunasegaram

18 February 2009

Sathi Gunasegaram
 

Name: Sathi Gunasegaram
Organisational Unit: School of Medicine and Health Sciences, Monash Sunway, Malaysia
Title: School Manager, Clinical School Johor Bahru

How long have you been with Monash University?

I started with Monash on 20 May 2008. It's been an amazing nine months.

Prior to working at Monash, where were you located and what was your role?

I was attached to a government-linked company that dealt with property management and development. Before that I was a lawyer, so this new education role was indeed a challenge.

Tell us a bit about the Clinical School in Johor Bahru

CSJB was set up in January 2006 with only Years 3 and 4 running. We now also have the Year 5 (pre-intern year) batch of medical students. We are a small but fully utilised school with facilities that cater to the needs of the student population. We have a remarkable support staff that continue to enhance the image of CSJB with their undying and unique brand of team work.

What challenges are ahead in your current role?

To implement and successfully run Year 3, 4 and 5 programs and to further provide leadership to a range of school administrative and operational management matters.

What is it about your job that holds your interest or is particularly satisfying?

Working with a dedicated bunch of people that have shown me support and words of encouragement each time. Being with the Monash family in Malaysia has been an eye-opener in all senses.

What is your favourite place in the world and why?

Definitely Greece. Awesome islands, friendly people and great sun. I spent eight months after my degree backpacking in Greece -- an unforgettable experience.

What is the best piece of advice you have received?

To be honest, straightforward and respectful, and to work the utmost to achieve the objectives on hand.

What is something about yourself that most of your colleagues wouldn't know?

That deep beneath that tough exterior is a simple, loving, charismatic guy.

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