David Lee Meng Wai

An experienced accounting and finance academic with over ten years of teaching and academic leadership experience in higher education. Currently serving as a Senior Lecturer and Head of Academic Development and Industry Engagement at First City University College, extensive teaching has been delivered across Foundation, A-Level, Australian Matriculation, Diploma, and Degree programmes. Academic qualifications include a Diploma in Accounting, a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting and Finance, and professional certification with CIMA as a passed finalist. Strong expertise is demonstrated in curriculum design, outcome-based education (OBE) implementation, programme accreditation, and industry engagement. Prior professional experience in commercial analysis, finance, and inventory management within multinational and retail organisations provides a strong practical foundation that enhances teaching effectiveness. Highly proficient in accounting software and Microsoft applications, with multilingual capabilities in Bahasa Malaysia, English, Mandarin, and Japanese, enabling effective communication with diverse learners and industry stakeholders