New regional digital TVET hub to train talents
20 Oct 2024
THE rising demand for skilled talent in the digital industry is set to be addressed with the launch of the Digital TVET & Careers hub in Kuala Langat.
Officiated by Deputy Digital Minister Datuk Wilson Ugak Anak Kumbong, the initiative was spearheaded by TVETAA, an organisation dedicated to advancing technical and vocational education and training in Malaysia, and supported by key industry players and training organisations, aiming to equip the workforce with critical digital skills.
“The digital landscape in Malaysia is evolving rapidly, and with it, the demand for skilled talent has reached unprecedented levels, driven by local and international investments.
“The future of work is changing globally, accelerated by emerging technologies like Artificial Intelligence (AI), big data, cloud computing, and cybersecurity.
These trends are highlighted in the World Economic Forum’s Future of Jobs Report 2023, signaling the urgency for a well-prepared digital workforce,” said Wilson Ugak on Sept 26.
The Digital TVET & Careers hub aims to bridge the gap between the demand for digital talent and the current supply from educational institutions.
“We are addressing this issue by offering industry-recognised, internationally certified qualifications, ensuring our talents meet the evolving needs of digital players,” said TVETAA managing director Datuk Bruce Lim Aun Choong.
This unique partnership unites industry leaders, educational institutions, and digital training providers to create a seamless talent pipeline, he added.
Leading companies and the Malaysia Digital Chamber of Commerce (MDCC) also pledged their support by establishing industry labs and resources within the hub.
“The TVET hub offers a blend of academic learning, hands-on upskilling and reskilling, and the cultivation of a growth mindset.
“Our goal is for the hub to act as a finishing school, preparing candidates from partner institutions for real-world digital careers,” he said.
By shortening traditional educational pathways and aligning them with industry needs, the initiative ensures just-in-time talent production, preparing the workforce to meet the fast-evolving demands of the digital economy.
Malaysia Digital Economy Corporation (MDEC) senior vice president Raymond Siva said this significantly reduces the time required to develop industry-ready talents while keeping pace with technological advancements.
“We will continue collaborating with industries to identify current and future skill demands, facilitated by agencies like MDEC and the Malaysia Productivity Corporation (MPC).
“Simultaneously, we are working with institutions such as universities, polytechnics, colleges, and GIATMARA centres to identify high-potential digital talents for our training programmes,” said Wilson Ugak, who also witnessed the signing of collaborative agreements between TVETAA and institutions like Universiti Malaysia Kelantan (UMK), Universiti Putra Malaysia (UPM), Universiti Malaysia Sabah (UMS), and various polytechnics and GIATMARA centres during the event.
Source: The Star
