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Daily Express
3 days ago
- Business
- Daily Express
Malaysian Qualifications Agency launches new TVET and academic articulation guidelines in Malaysia
Published on: Tuesday, August 12, 2025 Published on: Tue, Aug 12, 2025 By: Bernama Text Size: Ahmad Zahid praised industry-oriented curricula and new programmes in Data Science and Cybersecurity. - Bernama pic Kuala Lumpur: The Malaysian Qualifications Agency (MQA) has rolled out new guidelines to facilitate seamless transitions between Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) and non-TVET academic programmes. Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi highlighted the initiative's goal to remove structural barriers for TVET graduates seeking advanced degrees. Advertisement He said, 'I would like to thank MQA for agreeing to approve the Master of Professional Practice and Doctor of Professional Practice at Levels 7 and 8 of the Malaysian Qualifications Framework (MQF).' Ahmad Zahid described the move as a game changer in Malaysia's education landscape. He added, 'This reflects our commitment to producing highly capable and world-class talent.' The initiative ensures TVET pathways remain on par with traditional academic fields without compromising quality. Ahmad Zahid emphasised the importance of globally recognised graduates across all industrial sectors. He spoke at the MQA Awards 2025 ceremony, attended by Higher Education Minister Datuk Seri Dr Zambry Abd Kadir and MQA CEO Professor Datuk Dr Mohammad Shatar Sabran. The Articulation Programme allows Malaysian Skills Certification holders to pursue higher education. Ahmad Zahid, who chairs the National TVET Council, stressed the need for swift adaptation to IR 4.0 and AI advancements. He said educational institutions must ensure curricula stay relevant and research remains impactful. Graduates must develop future-proof skills like computational thinking and data literacy, he noted. Ahmad Zahid praised industry-oriented curricula and new programmes in Data Science and Cybersecurity. Strategic collaborations with global tech firms will help develop future-ready education, he added. He cited growing international accreditation for Malaysian programmes as a sign of progress. Private institutions contribute through flexible curricula and industry partnerships, he said. Ahmad Zahid expressed confidence in Malaysia's appeal as a global education hub. He concluded, 'Malaysia will continue to be a destination of choice for international students.'
The Sun
3 days ago
- Business
- The Sun
MQA launches new TVET and academic articulation guidelines in Malaysia
KUALA LUMPUR: The Malaysian Qualifications Agency (MQA) has rolled out new guidelines to facilitate seamless transitions between Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) and non-TVET academic programmes. Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi highlighted the initiative's goal to remove structural barriers for TVET graduates seeking advanced degrees. He said, 'I would like to thank MQA for agreeing to approve the Master of Professional Practice and Doctor of Professional Practice at Levels 7 and 8 of the Malaysian Qualifications Framework (MQF).' Ahmad Zahid described the move as a game changer in Malaysia's education landscape. He added, 'This reflects our commitment to producing highly capable and world-class talent.' The initiative ensures TVET pathways remain on par with traditional academic fields without compromising quality. Ahmad Zahid emphasised the importance of globally recognised graduates across all industrial sectors. He spoke at the MQA Awards 2025 ceremony, attended by Higher Education Minister Datuk Seri Dr Zambry Abd Kadir and MQA CEO Professor Datuk Dr Mohammad Shatar Sabran. The Articulation Programme allows Malaysian Skills Certification holders to pursue higher education. Ahmad Zahid, who chairs the National TVET Council, stressed the need for swift adaptation to IR 4.0 and AI advancements. He said educational institutions must ensure curricula stay relevant and research remains impactful. Graduates must develop future-proof skills like computational thinking and data literacy, he noted. Ahmad Zahid praised industry-oriented curricula and new programmes in Data Science and Cybersecurity. Strategic collaborations with global tech firms will help develop future-ready education, he added. He cited growing international accreditation for Malaysian programmes as a sign of progress. Private institutions contribute through flexible curricula and industry partnerships, he said. Ahmad Zahid expressed confidence in Malaysia's appeal as a global education hub. He concluded, 'Malaysia will continue to be a destination of choice for international students.' - Bernama
The Sun
3 days ago
- Business
- The Sun
MQF 2.0 to standardise academic and vocational qualifications in Malaysia
KUALA LUMPUR: The second edition of the Malaysian Qualifications Framework (MQF 2.0) will be implemented on August 1, 2026. Higher Education Minister Datuk Seri Dr Zambry Abd Kadir stated that MQF 2.0 integrates academic and vocational qualifications under one system. He highlighted that the framework prioritises learning outcomes, a transparent credit system, and sustainability values. 'This achievement reflects the internationalisation of Malaysia's higher education sector,' he said at the MQA Awards 2025 ceremony. Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi also attended the event. Zambry explained that the awards recognise excellence in Malaysia's higher education ecosystem. Universiti Tenaga Nasional won the Grand Award in the Quality Assurance category. The MQA Awards 2025 included public and private institutions, aligning with the Higher Education Strategic Plan 2025–2035. - Bernama
The Sun
23-07-2025
- Business
- The Sun
MoHE introduces COPPA to align higher education with job market needs
KUALA LUMPUR: The Ministry of Higher Education (MoHE) has introduced the Code of Practice for Programme Accreditation (COPPA) to serve as a benchmark for designing academic programmes that align with current job market requirements. Deputy Higher Education Minister Datuk Mustapha Sakmud stated that COPPA mandates higher education institutions to conduct market demand and graduate employability analyses before approving new programmes. 'For programmes regulated by professional bodies, their introduction must also comply with criteria set by the Joint Technical Committee to ensure adherence to the Malaysian Qualifications Framework. 'Once launched, these programmes undergo periodic reviews and evaluations to ensure continuous improvement,' he said during the Dewan Rakyat session. The initiative addresses concerns raised by Jimmy Puah Wee Tse (PH–Tebrau) regarding the mismatch between university courses and job market demands, which has forced graduates into unrelated fields with lower wages. Mustapha added that MoHE collaborates with key agencies, including the Human Resources Ministry, PERKESO, Talent Corporation Malaysia Berhad, Malaysia Digital Economy Corporation, and LinkedIn Malaysia, to better address workforce needs. Additional initiatives like CEO@Faculty, CEO@PolyCC, Industry on Campus, and the Structured Internship Programme further bridge the gap between academia and industry expectations. – Bernama
Barnama
23-07-2025
- Business
- Barnama
MoHE Develops Accreditation Code Of Practice To Meet Market Demands
KUALA LUMPUR, July 23 (Bernama) -- The Ministry of Higher Education (MoHE) has developed the Code of Practice for Programme Accreditation (COPPA) as a benchmark and reference for designing quality academic programmes aligned with market demands. Deputy Higher Education Minister Datuk Mustapha Sakmud said one of the standards outlined in COPPA requires higher education institutions to conduct market needs and graduate employability analyses before any programme can be approved. 'For programmes governed by professional bodies, their introduction is also subject to the criteria set by the Joint Technical Committee to ensure compliance with the Malaysian Qualifications Framework.
