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Agriculture TVET graduates' marketability rate at 81.23pct
Agriculture TVET graduates' marketability rate at 81.23pct

New Straits Times

time5 days ago

  • Business
  • New Straits Times

Agriculture TVET graduates' marketability rate at 81.23pct

SHAH ALAM: The marketability rate of Agriculture Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) graduates under the Agriculture and Food Security Ministry (KPKM) rose to 81.23 per cent last year from 78.1 per cent in 2023. Agriculture and Food Security Minister Datuk Seri Mohamad Sabu said the average has been on an upward trend for the past five years even though it remains under the national average, and that TVET is viewed as a catalyst as it nurtures young talent who are not only skilled in theories but excel in practical applications. "In line with the Industrial Revolution 4.0, the agriculture sector requires a new approach to boost productivity, especially through robotic technology, Internet of Things (IoT), and artificial intelligence (AI), with minimum resources. "Modern agriculture is no longer about hoes and soil but I'm sure TVET students understand it is about high technology, automation, drones and smart farming to ensure future security," he said during his speech at the Agriculture TVET@KPKM Carnival here today. The programme brought together 460 agriculture TVET students and over 200 employees from 16 TVET training institutes from the country and introduced 45 new innovations. For Sijil Kemahiran Malaysia (SKM), the highest marketability rate for graduates was in the poultry field, with 100 per cent, followed by ruminant field and small machinery maintenance, at 93.2 per cent and 92.3 per cent respectively, while catch fishery and padi production both had the same marketability rate, at 91.7 per cent, he said. "Currently the ministry has produced 25,783 graduates since the National Agriculture Skill Training Programme began in 1969. "We hope that with the additional skilled labour in the field, we can boost the national agrofood industry competitiveness in the global market and ensure the continued food supply for the country," he said. – Bernama

Agriculture TVET Graduates' Marketability Rate At 81.23 Pct
Agriculture TVET Graduates' Marketability Rate At 81.23 Pct

Barnama

time5 days ago

  • Business
  • Barnama

Agriculture TVET Graduates' Marketability Rate At 81.23 Pct

SHAH ALAM, June 28 (Bernama) -- The marketability rate of Agriculture Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) graduates under the Agriculture and Food Security Ministry (KPKM) rose to 81.23 per cent last year from 78.1 per cent in 2023. Agriculture and Food Security Minister Datuk Seri Mohamad Sabu said the average has been on an upward trend for the past five years even though it remains under the national average, and that TVET is viewed as a catalyst as it nurtures young talent who are not only skilled in theories but excel in practical applications. 'In line with the Industrial Revolution 4.0, the agriculture sector requires a new approach to boost productivity, especially through robotic technology, Internet of Things (IoT), and artificial intelligence (AI), with minimum resources.

EPIC Bhd, HRD Corp Collaborate To Realise NTW 2025
EPIC Bhd, HRD Corp Collaborate To Realise NTW 2025

Barnama

time18-06-2025

  • Business
  • Barnama

EPIC Bhd, HRD Corp Collaborate To Realise NTW 2025

CHUKAI, June 18 (Bernama) -- For the first time, Human Resources Development Corporation (HRD Corp), an agency under the Ministry of Human Resources (Kesuma) and Eastern Pacific Industrial Corporation Bhd (EPIC Bhd) collaborated to make the National Training Week (NTW) 2025 a success at the Terengganu state level. EPIC Bhd chief executive officer Mukhtar Suhaili said its involvement in NTW 2025 raised the company's potential in empowering the comprehensive and high-impact human capital development agenda. He said NTW is an inclusive, large-scale national initiative designed to foster a culture of lifelong learning throughout the country. "We are very honoured to be given the opportunity to be part of NTW 2025 for the East Coast states because it elevates the potential and role of companies more widely and significantly. "Themed Cross-Border Learning, this initiative can intensify the aspects of upskilling, reskilling and knowledge empowerment that are more holistic and relevant in facing the new reality of the post-pandemic job market and the era of Industrial Revolution 4.0," he said when met at the High Impact Training Launch Ceremony in Conjunction with the National Training Week (NTW) 2025 at the EPIC Bhd Headquarters, Kemaman Supply Base (KSB) here. Also present were Terengganu Infrastructure, Utilities and Rural Development Committee chairman Datuk Hanafiah Mat and HRD Corp regional operations head Muhamad Hafez Kamaruddin. Mukhtar said in conjunction with NTW, EPIC Bhd took the initiative to organise the Human Resources Week 2025 (HR Week 2025) which is packed with structured content including technical training, soft skills development, career talks, mental and physical wellbeing programmes and dialogue with government agencies. Also taking place were high-impact sharing and training sessions with Sultan Mizan Zainal Polytechnic (PSMZA), Sultan Zainal Abidin University (UniSZA), Credit Counselling and Management Agency (AKPK) and several other strategic partners. "This training covers various relevant topics at the moment such as artificial intelligence (AI), personal financial management, ethics and professional image as well as self-management.

Expert: Some families push too hard
Expert: Some families push too hard

The Star

time16-06-2025

  • General
  • The Star

Expert: Some families push too hard

PETALING JAYA: The main reason behind burnout, stress and anxiety is family pressure, say experts. According to Amirul Azwa Azhar, some parents put immense pressure on their children to achieve greatness. The guidance and counselling teacher from SM Teknik Kuala Lumpur said families often push students to obtain the best results and get the best job while comparing them with others. 'This issue sometimes doesn't have an end because the pursuit of greatness is a reason used often by families. 'Burnout, stress and anxiety among students have always been hiding in plain sight but their presence is more prominent nowadays thanks to awareness via social media. 'This is because times have changed and students have star­ted to recognise them,' he said in response to burnout and anxiety issues among university students. Amirul Azwa also said there is a tendency among students to make comparisons with the things they see on social media while pressuring themselves into becoming an unrealistic best version. Another factor is the rapid pace of technological advancements. 'We are just beginning to understand the Industrial Revolution 4.0, but now we have to know artificial intelligence (AI). 'So this adds pressure on students because the rapid change means the job landscape also takes a shift. For students in search of their identity, this presents a great challenge. 'This is why I advise them to continue exploring their inner self and always seek help when you hit rock bottom because once you are down, the only way is up,' he said. Amirul Azwa added the key to overcoming anything is by gaining knowledge through learning and reading while taking care of their mental health. Eve Psychosocial Rehabilitation Centre general manager Rozana Anthony pointed out that stress and anxiety have always been present, but just shaped by different factors depending on the era. 'For this generation, the stress is different. With AI, everyone's work looks polished – so how do you stand out? On top of that, expectations around creativity have quietly risen. 'And let's not even talk about the cost of tuition and living expenses. Students are juggling all of that plus trying to build a 'profile' to stay competitive after graduation. 'They see peers dropping out, some failing, others thriving after dropping out. It sparks this internal conflict: Is education still essential? 'Do we really need a degree to succeed in today's world, when everyone seems to have one and young entrepreneurs are thriving without it?' she said. As such, she said a piece of paper cannot define a person. 'Instead, students must realise there is always a way out even though the journey is bumpy. 'While future employment prospects definitely cause anxiety, it is best not to lump it with the day-to-day academic stress. 'This is because the stress in university is already layered and intense -adding the job hunt on top of that only makes it heavier. 'I know it sounds cliche, but sometimes we have to repeat it to remind ourselves, and laugh a little along the way. 'People take different paths, and that's okay. At the end of the day, it's your attitude, work etiquette, proactiveness, openness to learning and the way you treat the role you are assigned to that matters,' Rozana said.

AI council set up to ‘drive workforce growth'
AI council set up to ‘drive workforce growth'

The Star

time24-05-2025

  • Business
  • The Star

AI council set up to ‘drive workforce growth'

PETALING JAYA: A cross-agency collaboration has been launched to enhance Malaysia's artificial intelligence (AI) workforce development through the launch of the MyMahir National AI Council for Industry (MyMahir-NAICI). Led by Talent Corporation Malaysia Bhd (TalentCorp), a strategic think-tank under the Human Resources Ministry, and the National AI Office (NAIO) under the Digital Ministry's MyDigital Corporation, the initiative aims to coordinate AI talent development and drive multi-sector implementation. During MyMahir-NAICI's inaugural meeting, there was the signing of a memorandum of understanding between TalentCorp and MyDigital witnessed by Human Resources Minister Steven Sim Chee Keong and Digital Minister Gobind Singh Deo. 'The question is not whether AI will replace jobs, but whether we will empower Malaysians to evolve with it,' said Sim in his opening speech yesterday. 'Through MyMahir-NAICI, we are forging a whole-of-nation mechanism, aligning skills with strategy, technology with talent and policy with purpose,' he said. Sim also said the ministry is offering about 300,000 high-skilled training opportunities, including AI and Industrial Revolution 4.0 technologies. 'These programmes range from short-term to long-term, offering various certifications such as the Malaysian Skills Certificate (SKM) and include micro-programmes.' He noted that while the ministry provides these opportunities, many AI initiatives are led by the Digital Ministry in collaboration with major companies. 'For the upcoming National Training Week 2025, the ministry expects a million participants to engage in the available training sessions,' said Sim. Gobind emphasised the importance of government leadership in building structures that connect innovation to real-world AI implementation. 'While NAIO focuses on creating the demand and representing deployment, TalentCorp focuses on building the talent supply and MyMahir-NAICI completes the virtuous cycle by continuously feeding back for policy improvement,' he said in his speech. The council commits to a three-year collaboration focusing on four pillars: AI talent development, industry integration, policy and funding alignment, as well as stakeholder governance. TalentCorp serves as the secretariat, with NAIO aligning efforts with the national AI roadmap. Supporting this initiative are four key instruments: the MyMahir Impact Study, which identifies affected roles and future skills; the platform for policy-to-action implementation; the G.I.A.T. Action Plan for coordination across government, industry, academia, and training providers; and the AI Talent Framework, covering skills from digital literacy to advanced AI expertise. The MyMahir Impact Study projects that AI could significantly affect 620,000 jobs or 18% of formal sector roles in Malaysia in the next three to five years, while also identifying 60 emerging roles in AI, digital, green and deep tech sectors. A notable aspect of this collaboration is the integration of the AI Readiness Index (AIRI) into the platform, enabling companies to assess AI preparedness, identify capability gaps, and take actionable steps toward transformation. Pilot programmes will be validated using real-world industry problem statements. The council's progress will be monitored by the AI Implementation Monitoring Unit and reported to the ministers.

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