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The Star
28-04-2025
- Business
- The Star
Sunway University leads the way in graduate employability and Asean university rankings
Sunway University has once again secured the top spot in the Graduate Employability Index by Talentbank, marking its fourth consecutive year as Malaysia's leading university for graduate employability. The university is especially recognised for excellence in Business, Accounting, Computer Science, Hospitality, Culinary Arts, Communication and Psychology. Talentbank's National Graduate Employability Index serves as a benchmark for evaluating the employability of graduates from higher education institutions in Malaysia. The index is based on employer surveys that explore key aspects such as preferred universities for recruitment, the number of graduates hired and whether employers intend to continue hiring from the same institutions. This latest achievement comes shortly after Sunway University was also named the top non-government linked private university in Asean by the Times Higher Education (THE) Asia University Rankings 2025. The varsity made a remarkable leap from its previous placement in the 201–250 band to being ranked #141 in Asia, solidifying its position among the Top 150 universities in the region. Sunway University president Prof Sibrandes Poppema said, 'Being recognised once more as Malaysia's leading university for graduate employability plus the huge recognition from Times Higher as the number one non-government linked private university in Asean, reaffirms our mission to deliver education that is relevant, forward-thinking and deeply connected to industry needs. 'These achievements are also underpinned by our Sunway Signature Collection project, bringing together a portfolio of programmes which include career-focused content, live projects and hands-on experiences, empowering students to shape their own career paths with confidence. 'Coupled with Sunway University's education and research efforts, we aim to create local and global impact that are aligned to improving lives and driving sustainable development for a healthier planet,' he added.
New Straits Times
24-04-2025
- Business
- New Straits Times
Talentbank unveils employers' choice of universities list
KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysia's leading public universities have earned prestigious recognition among top employers nationwide as institutions that consistently produce job-ready graduates, according to Talentbank. In its newly-released 2025 Employers' Choice of University list, Talentbank unveiled that Universiti Malaya, Universiti Teknologi Malaysia, Universiti Sains Malaysia, Universiti Teknologi Mara and Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia emerged as standout choices for graduate recruitment. Sunway University continues to shine as Malaysia's number one in graduate employability for four consecutive years, firmly establishing its leadership in producing highly sought-after graduates. "The institution is especially recognised for excellence in business, accounting, computer science, hospitality, culinary arts, communication and psychology, setting a strong benchmark for quality education in the private higher education sector," it said in a statement. Talentbank said Universiti Tunku Abdul Rahman (UTAR) is also highly commended by employers, recognised for consistently producing graduates who excel in fields such as engineering, accounting, finance, information systems and actuarial science. UTAR's strong academic programmes have cemented its reputation as one of the leading private universities in Malaysia, it said. Unlike traditional academic rankings, Talentbank said its employers' choice list is exclusively driven by real-world hiring data, gathered directly from leading employers across Malaysia. The unique ranking utilises Talentbank's National Graduate Employability Index (GE Index), employing a comprehensive, three-tiered approach. First, it identifies universities that employers actively recruit from; second, it quantifies the actual number of graduates hired from each institution; and third, it evaluates employers' repeat hiring patterns based on graduate performance. "By leveraging the GE Index, school leavers can confidently select universities renowned for delivering highly employable education, significantly enhancing their prospects of securing employment upon graduation," it added. Employers have further highlighted other outstanding institutions such as Heriot-Watt University Malaysia, Asia Pacific University of Technology & Innovation, IMU University, and Universiti Teknologi Petronas. These universities are widely acknowledged for consistently equipping graduates with the skills needed to excel across various industries.
The Star
23-04-2025
- Business
- The Star
Talentbank's ‘2025 Employers' Choice' list reveals top institutions where graduates land jobs quickly
TALENTBANK, Malaysia's leading authority on graduate employment, has unveiled the highly anticipated 2025 Employers' Choice of University list yesterday at EQ Kuala Lumpur, spotlighting institutions whose graduates are actively sought after by the nation's top employers. The event was graced by the guest of honour, Higher Education Ministry deputy minister Datuk Mustapha Sakmud, underscoring the government's commitment to aligning higher education with industry needs. Unlike traditional academic rankings, Talentbank's Employers' Choice list is driven by real-world hiring data, gathered directly from leading employers across Malaysia. Prominent companies such as Maybank, CelcomDigi, CIMB, Nestle, Hartalega, PwC Malaysia, PETRONAS, Public Bank, Sunway Group, Standard Chartered Bank, BDO, DKSH Malaysia, AIA Berhad, Telekom Malaysia, Generali Insurance Malaysia, Western Digital, and many more have contributed their insights, identifying universities renowned for producing highly skilled and job-ready graduates. Celebrating the Employers' Choice of University winners for their dedication to shaping Malaysia's career-ready workforce. This unique ranking utilizes Talentbank's National Graduate Employability Index (GE Index), employing a comprehensive, three-tiered approach. First, it identifies universities that employers actively recruit from; second, it quantifies the actual number of graduates hired from each institution; and third, it evaluates employers' repeat hiring patterns based on graduate performance. More than just a survey, the GE Index serves as a powerful career-planning tool, enabling students and families to align their educational choices with actual industry demands, thereby significantly reducing graduate unemployment. By leveraging Talentbank's National Graduate Employability Index, school leavers can confidently select universities renowned for delivering highly employable education, significantly enhancing their prospects of securing employment upon graduation. A comprehensive guide for school leavers and their parents on choosing the right university. (Click to enlarge image) Top universities recognised in 2025 Public universities have secured strong positions among employers nationwide, with Universiti Malaya (UM), Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (UTM), Universiti Sains Malaysia (USM), Universiti Teknologi MARA (UiTM) and Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia (UKM) recognised as top choices. Sunway University continues to shine as Malaysia's No.1 in Graduate Employability for four consecutive years, firmly establishing its leadership in producing highly sought-after graduates. Sunway University is especially recognised for excellence in Business, Accounting, Computer Science, Hospitality, Culinary Arts, Communication, and Psychology, setting a strong benchmark for quality education in the private higher education sector. Universiti Tunku Abdul Rahman (UTAR) is also highly commended by employers, recognised for consistently producing graduates who excel in fields such as Engineering, Accounting, Finance, Information Systems, and Actuarial Science. Employers have further highlighted other outstanding institutions such as Heriot-Watt University Malaysia, Asia Pacific University of Technology & Innovation, IMU University, and Universiti Teknologi Petronas among their preferred choices. These universities are widely acknowledged for consistently equipping graduates with the skills needed to excel across various industries. 'It is encouraging to see the remarkable strides made by both public and private universities in preparing graduates for the job market,' Talentbank chief executive officer Ben Ho said of these achievements. A comprehensive guide As part of Talentbank's 15th-anniversary celebrations, the company has launched the Career Playbook, an upcoming comprehensive guide designed for Malaysian school leavers, university students and young graduates. This early introduction provides a preview of the valuable insights it will offer, including guidance on choosing the right universities and career paths, identifying high-growth industries, developing employability skills and navigating the job application process. The Career Playbook was introduced in the presence of Mustapha, setting the stage for its full release this year. 'For 15 years, Talentbank has passionately dedicated itself to enhancing graduate employability across Malaysia. 'Through initiatives like the Employers' Choice of University list and our newly launched Career Playbook, we remain committed to guiding students and families towards informed educational and career decisions, ultimately empowering graduates to confidently enter Malaysia's competitive job market. 'We invest efforts and costs into research to find out which university employers are hiring from, and I hope school leavers and parents can use this as your guide to enroll into the universities that will land you a job quickly,' Ho stated on this milestone. Click here to find the full 2025 Employers' Choice of University list. To join the waitlist for Career Playbook, visit
Barnama
23-04-2025
- Business
- Barnama
Talentbank Unveils Highly Anticipated 2025 Employers' Choice Of University List
KUALA LUMPUR, April 23 (Bernama) -- Malaysia's leading authority on graduate employability, Talentbank, has announced its highly anticipated 2025 Employers' Choice of University list, highlighting institutions whose graduates are most sought after by top employers nationwide. The launch, held recently at EQ Kuala Lumpur, was officiated by Deputy Minister of Higher Education Datuk Mustapha Sakmud, reflecting the government's continued focus on aligning higher education with industry needs. Distinct from traditional academic rankings, the Employers' Choice list is driven solely by real hiring data provided by Malaysia's leading companies. Among the employers contributing to the data are Maybank, CelcomDigi, CIMB, Nestlé, Hartalega, PwC Malaysia, PETRONAS, Public Bank, Sunway, Standard Chartered Bank, BDO, DKSH Malaysia, AIA Berhad, Telekom Malaysia, Generali Insurance Malaysia, Western Digital, and more. The insights are drawn from Talentbank's National Graduate Employability Index, which applies a three-tiered methodology: identifying universities targeted by employers, measuring graduate hiring volume and tracking repeat hires based on graduate performance. 'By leveraging Talentbank's National Graduate Employability Index, school leavers can confidently select universities renowned for producing highly employable graduates. This significantly enhances their chances of securing employment upon graduation,' said the company in a statement. Among public universities, top employer preferences include Universiti Malaya, Universiti Teknologi Malaysia, Universiti Sains Malaysia, Universiti Teknologi MARA and Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia. Employers also singled out standout private institutions such as Heriot-Watt University Malaysia, Asia Pacific University of Technology & Innovation, IMU University, and Universiti Teknologi Petronas for producing industry-ready graduates. These universities are consistently recognised for equipping students with the skills and competencies needed to excel across diverse sectors.
