30 Oct 2024
TM ONE PARTNERS MINISTRY OF EDUCATION TO ELEVATE DIGITAL SKILLS THROUGH TVET PROGRAMS
KUALA LUMPUR, 30 October 2024 – TM One, TM’s enterprise and Government sector business solutions arm, has announced a strategic partnership with the Ministry of Education (MOE) to enhance Malaysia’s digital competencies, equipping students and educators from vocational colleges and secondary schools with essential digital skills that align with industry standards.
The partnership, which was recently formalised through a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with MOE’s Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) Division, targets critical areas such as artificial intelligence (AI), cloud computing, cybersecurity, and smart agriculture solutions. These initiatives will benefit both students and educators, ensuring Malaysia’s future workforce is ready to meet the demands of the digital economy.
Shazurawati Abd Karim, Executive Vice President of TM One said, “We are pleased to collaborate with MOE to deliver industry expertise and digital infrastructures to uplift Malaysia’s TVET ecosystem. TM One will facilitate education and practical training on advanced technologies to the students and educators, preparing them for emerging digital trends and career opportunities. This aligns with the country’s transformation agenda and TM’s Digital Powerhouse aspiration to revitalise Malaysia’s talent and innovation ecosystem for a digitally enabled and globally competitive workforce.”
This collaborative effort includes industry placements for educators to develop their digital expertise as well as co-creation of learning modules, syllabi, and curricula revolving technology and telecommunications education, creating a sustainable skills development framework for the future. Leveraging TM’s extensive nationwide connectivity, TM One will also enhance MOE’s digital infrastructure at TVET institutions, fostering a modern learning environment through network enhancements and relevant digital solutions.
This collaboration is expected to produce a highly skilled and digitally proficient workforce, positioning Malaysia as a leader across various sectors. Through this initiative, TM One and MOE are ensuring TVET students and educators are well-prepared with the right skills and certifications, providing greater digital access to students from all backgrounds and shaping a dynamic and digitally empowered Malaysia.
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