JESSY TAN

   In my second semester of learning, I worked on an assignment that proved to be not just educational but also a significant exploration into the areas of financial management and e-commerce. I decided to take on the position of finance manager, managing the complicated financial elements of our operation as a member of an enthusiastic group managing a lipstick and lip tint dropshipping business, the company that we dropship is Funiz lipmatte. At first most of my group members does not know where to start but gladly Dr. Fatihah Mohd has suggested us for a few workship to join and learn about the basic of e-commerce.

 

   Building a website was our first major project, which gave us a presence on the internet. It was quite a challenge to create a platform that efficiently exhibited our items and offered a flawless customer experience. It requires close communication, careful preparation, and an extensive knowledge of our target market. I had several difficulties throughout this process, such as using the best e-commerce platform and making the website mobile-friendly. Overcoming these obstacles, however, taught us invaluable knowledge about site construction, digital marketing strategies, and the importance of aesthetics in attracting and maintaining clients.

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   We used the power of social media to expand our brand presence and reach more customers in combination with the growth of our website. Our marketing plan expanded beyond creating interesting content, collaborating with those who have influence, and launching tailored advertising campaigns. Through these efforts, I was able to gain personal knowledge about the dynamics of customer interaction and the essential role that social media plays when building brands and promoting products. Each week Dr. Fatihah also will check on our progress and give us comments for where to improve.

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   My responsibilities as a finance manager included dealing with numbers and financial estimates alongside the use of digital media. Dropshipping businesses have unique financial management problems such as budget allocation, inventory financing, and cash flow management. A strong eye for detail and a strategic mindset were needed to find a balance between these financial complexities and maintaining the company's sustainability and profitability. Solid financial management processes were put in place to protect our finances as well as set us up for future growth and expansion.

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   The work we did was significantly helped by the friendly and team-oriented environment that penetrated all aspects of our task. Collaborating with outstanding individuals who had different skill sets created a feeling of creativity, innovative thinking, and mutual support. Being able to interact efficiently, assign responsibilities, and work together to solve problems was crucial in overcoming the challenges associated with financial management and e-commerce. I am thankful for all of my group members which individually is Humaira Binti Mohd Ruslan, Chong Siew Ying, Noor Aisyah, Siti Farrasophea, Lee Xiao Wei, Nurulain Binti Shahrodin and Nurul Afriena Binti Fadzil, because without them I could not complete this big tast all alone.

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   To sum up, this assignment allowed me to gain a deep understanding of how the areas of financial management and e-commerce are interconnected. A big thank you to Dr. Fatihah Mohd too for being such a amazing and patience teacher in teaching us step by step.It worked as an inspiration for my professional growth and personal growth, giving me real-world knowledge, perspectives, and experiences that go beyond the classroom. I can't wait to put these lessons into practice in my future professional and educational actions. I'm convinced that I can move quickly and intelligently through the constantly evolving world of e-commerce and business.

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