Afizi Asrul Basir
About Afizi Asrul Basir
Afizi Asrul Basir is a Product Manager at SWIFT in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, with a background in international business and marketing. He has experience in commercial management and a passion for tourism and business improvement.
Work at SWIFT
Afizi Asrul Basir has held multiple roles at SWIFT, a global provider of secure financial messaging services. He served as the APAC Associate Commercial Manager from 2014 to 2017, where he was based in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. Following this position, he advanced to the role of APAC Commercial Manager from 2017 to 2020, continuing to operate from Kuala Lumpur. Since 2020, he has been working as a Product Manager at SWIFT, where he has focused on product development and management for four years.
Education and Expertise
Afizi Asrul Basir has a diverse educational background. He studied at Kolej Profesional Mara, earning a Diploma in Business Studies with a focus on Accounting and Business/Management from 2005 to 2007. He then attended the University of Strathclyde, where he obtained a Bachelor of Arts (Hons) in International Business and Marketing from 2008 to 2011. Additionally, he studied at the University of Regina for a year, achieving a Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) in Marketing. His education has equipped him with a strong foundation in business and marketing principles.
Background
Afizi Asrul Basir began his career in the tourism sector, working as a Tour Crew member at Kelana Convoy Ltd in London for seven months in 2011. His early experiences in tourism sparked a passion for business improvement and marketing. He completed his secondary education at Sekolah Menengah Kebangsaan Cheras, where he achieved the Sijil Pelajaran Malaysia from 2000 to 2004. His diverse experiences and educational background have shaped his professional journey.
Achievements
Afizi Asrul Basir has demonstrated a commitment to continuous learning and exploration in his career. He describes himself as a risk taker with a high energy for learning new concepts and exploring different areas within his field. His participation in an exchange program allowed him to experience extreme winter conditions and immerse himself in local culture, which enriched his understanding of international business dynamics. His enthusiasm for the evolving nature of marketing reflects his dedication to professional growth.