Tag: upskilling

Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia – As the country strives to enhance training opportunities and digital competitiveness, the Malaysian government has recently signed a memorandum of understanding with global technology company Google. 

This collaborative effort offers businesses of varying sizes to further develop their technological capabilities by employing upskilling programmes, digital infrastructure investments, responsible innovation in artificial intelligence (AI), and cloud-first policies. 

In particular, this enables an array of digital learning paths such as Google Cloud, CloudMile and Trainocate. Users who successfully complete these learning paths will earn digital skills badges which can be used for their resumes and an extended 30-day access to more learning paths.

Talking about this collaboration, Malaysia’s Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said, “This latest commitment by Google, aimed at accelerating local innovation and talent development in the field of AI, will certainly boost the nation’s digital competitiveness, in line with the Madani Economy framework and the New Industrial Master Plan 2030 (NIMP 2030).”

“The Madani Economy framework aims to increase the size of Malaysia’s economic pie, as well as ensure that all stakeholders – particularly the Malaysian public and small businesses – will enjoy the ensuing socio-economic benefits,” he added.

Ruth Porat, chief financial officer for Alphabet and Google added, “The partnership we are announcing with the government of Malaysia aligns Google’s local mission of advancing Malaysia together with the government’s goal to create a supportive ecosystem for innovation that includes more meaningful and equitable job opportunities.” 

In 2022, the company’s products and programmes supported over 47,900 jobs and also contributed, directly and indirectly, an estimated US$2.8bil in economic benefits to local businesses.

Singapore – Online employment platform JobStreet, a career and talent partner by SEEK, announced the launch of its free learning platform, seekMAX, to empower Singaporeans and help them seek better careers through upskilling and new job opportunities. 

JobStreet’s seekMAX is an innovative in-app learning platform designed with the aim of empowering professionals to upskill and advance their careers. The new platform will allow JobStreet users in Singapore to freely access over 1,100 educational videos via its mobile app.

The educational videos will include career-related advice, industry-specific content, soft skills, and leadership tips. It will also feature a seekMAX Original series, Salary Squad, helmed by local influencers answering compensation and benefits questions. 

These high-quality and bite-sized videos offered by seekMAX are in collaboration with companies like Microsoft, Complexly, TED, Deutsche Welle, local influencers like Annette Lee, Dr. Jay Kay, Janus Chan, and Jason Ho, and international media like Bloomberg, The New York Times, and Tech in Asia. 

JobStreet also tapped the National Youth Council for their seekMAX Community, allowing them to be thought-starters, spearheading discussions, and engaging people in conversation. 

With the seekMAX community, users can build networks and connect with industry leaders, engage with fellow professionals on career threads, and be updated with the latest industry trends. 

Chew Siew Mee, managing director at JobStreet Singapore, said, “As Singapore approaches Industry 4.0, where automation powered by data can perform everyday tasks, Singaporeans must evolve and upskill in order to stay relevant. We have noticed that while many companies are now actively sending their employees for training, learning and development are also an individual’s responsibility.”

“In a recent JobStreet survey we found that 75% of respondents engage in work-related learning via social media and e-learning platforms. It is heartening to see Singaporeans taking charge of their development, which is why we’re excited to launch seekMAX in Singapore and offer Singaporeans a free and easily accessible platform where they can grow their skills, knowledge, and career. The bite-sized content we offer is ideal for the busy Singaporean, and we look forward to continuing to provide quality content as a dedicated career partner for Singaporeans,” Siew Mee added.

Meanwhile, Lewis Ng, chief operating officer for Asia at SEEK, said, “As the leading employment platform and career partner in the region for over 25 years, our goal has always been to bridge the gap between jobseekers and employers. We’re proud to help people lead more productive working lives, as well as to help organisations succeed. We aim to be present for every stage of a person’s professional life – whether  they are looking for a job or looking to take their career to the next level. With our SEEK Better Career Fair and seekMAX, we can deliver our purpose effectively as we work toward becoming the number one digital career platform across Asia.”

JobStreet Singapore will officially launch seekMAX at the SEEK Better Career Fair on August 19 to 20.