Management Team

Song Poh Lan (Acting CEO & Principal)

Mdm Song currently serves as Chairman of the Board of Governors, Director, and Head of the Chinese Faculty at Mahans International School, showcasing her extensive leadership in cultural education. She earned her Master’s degree from Carleton University in Ottawa, Canada, and holds a professional certificate in copyediting from the University of California, San Diego, reflecting her academic strength and linguistic expertise. She is currently pursuing her Doctor of Business Administration (DBA) at the University of Help, further enhancing her professional capacity in educational leadership and organisational development.
She has actively promoted traditional Chinese education and culture throughout her distinguished career. As an Administrator and Honorary Secretary at Amitabha Buddhist Society Malaysia, she significantly expanded the society’s infrastructure. She initiated impactful classical Chinese reading movements, enhancing community engagement by training teachers and organising cultural activities. Her international experience includes coordinating and moderating significant interfaith and artistic forums, such as UNESCO celebrations in Paris, interfaith summits in Australia and Malaysia, TEDx events, and dialogues at the Vatican.
Additionally, Mdm Song is an accomplished translator and editor, contributing notably to publications like The Sayings of Master Chin Kung, The Governing Principles of Ancient China, and Buddhism 360, facilitating cultural dialogue worldwide. At Mahans International School, she has adeptly navigated operational challenges, especially during the COVID-19 pandemic, consistently promoting a multicultural, ethically grounded educational environment. Her efforts are directed toward nurturing global awareness and intercultural understanding among educators and students.

Ng Yin Ming (Head of Operations & Administration)

Brief Biography:
Mdm Ng is an accomplished education administrator and operations strategist with over three decades of diverse professional experience spanning information technology, business operations, and academic leadership. Currently serving as the Principal of MAHANS International Primary School in Melaka and the Head of Operations Support & Administration at Malaysian Han Studies, she has been instrumental in establishing and expanding educational institutions, including the founding of MAHANS International School and a preschool under Malaysian Han Studies. Her earlier leadership roles included general manager at IMEC Education and senior administrative appointments at Country Heights Holdings Berhad, where she led special international assignments and strategic IT initiatives.
Her academic credentials include a Master of Business Administration (International Business) from the University of Southern Queensland, a Bachelor of Psychology with Honours from Open University Malaysia, and a Montessori Pedagogy Diploma from London’s Montessori Centre International. She is pursuing a Doctorate in Business Administration (DBA) at HELP University and a Master of Science in Psychology at the University of Essex Online. Her career highlights reflect a strong commitment to operational excellence, educational innovation, and quality management systems. These include successfully obtaining ISO9001 certification, implementing e-document systems, and establishing data centres and telecommunications infrastructure locally and internationally.
Passionate about lifelong learning and leadership development, Mdm Ng holds multiple certifications in project management, training, IT systems, and corporate governance. Her vision is to leverage her knowledge and experience to advance educational standards and foster the next generation of academic leaders.

Chin Poh Mui (Vice Head of Academic Affairs)

Ms Chin is the vice head of international student affairs, academic affairs administrator, and CEO of the office secretary at Malaysian Han Studies. She has a strong background in academic operations and public relations, so she is key in coordinating student services and supporting institutional management. She holds a Bachelor’s (Honours) in Computing from the University of London. She has accumulated over three years of teaching experience in Traditional Chinese Core Values, reflecting her dedication to cultural education. Chin Poh Mui is also currently pursuing a Master’s in Education Management and Leadership at Universiti Tunku Abdul Rahman (UNITAR), further advancing her expertise in educational administration and leadership.

Yap Han Kwong

Vice Head of Maintenance, Security & Landscape

Ting Jia Jia

Team Leader of Housekeeping & Accommodation

Chong Kim Loong

Team Leader of Volunteers