INTRODUCTION
The technology-driven 1990s opened brand new frontiers for graduates in Science and Mathematics. The Government is making every effort to equalise, if not reverse, the 60:40 Arts to Science ratio of university graduates. In 2000, admission to science courses at local universities doubled that 5 years ago in 1995. This means there will be twice as many science graduates in 2005 to meet the country's needs in the 21st century, as detailed in the Eighth Malaysia Plan.

There is a wide spectrum of openings for science graduates. A logical, consistent and mature approach to problem solving is just one of the valuable generalist skills a science degree offers, allowing for flexibility in employment. Abilities gained in data collection and analysis can carry science graduates into areas such as business, industry, government, teaching or research.

JOB DESCRIPTION
Some of the job prospects available to these graduates include:

(a) Research Officer
- Involves in Research and Development (R&D) work in both public and private sectors.
- Conducts interviews, surveys and questionnaires to gather information.
- Interprets statistics.
- Liaises with external agencies and relevant professional bodies to identify examples of best practices.

(b) Marketing Personnel
- Focuses on sales of high technology products or services and entertains customers' enquiries.
- Provides after sales service to customers.
- Handles customers' complaints.
- Develops detailed marketing strategies and determines the demand for a particular product as well as threat from competitors.
- Monitors market trends to identify the potential for new products or new markets.

(c) Management
- Handles specific companies' needs in human resource and corporate planning