The Malaysia Board of Technologists (MBOT), the sole professional recognition body for technical and vocational education and training (TVET) graduates, will lead the charge in propelling Malaysia’s TVET sector towards a high-tech future.
This, the Board said in a statement on April 1, will ensure a streamlined system where all TVET courses align with industry demands and foster future-proof skills.
“We understand the urgent need to transform TVET accreditation, ensuring seamless processes, meticulous quality standards, and alignment with industry demands,” the Board, a provisional signatory to the Seoul Accord co-accreditation agreement involving 13 signatory countries for programmes in the field of computing and information technology, said.
Looking ahead, MBOT said it is on track to attaining signatory status next month, demonstrating its dedication to advancing the computing field of education on a global scale.
Through rigorous accreditation processes and ongoing support for the national TVET ecosystem alongside with the industry, MBOT endeavours to ensure that graduates are equipped with the requisite competencies to excel in their respective fields, the Board said.
MBOT’s accreditation focuses on building graduates with the skills needed for the Fourth Industry Revolution. The programmes prioritise practical training in cutting-edge fields like artificial intelligence, 3D printing, robotics, big data, cloud computing, and the Internet of things.
This ensures graduates are ready to hit the ground running with the high-tech expertise sought after in fields like telecommunications engineering technology, robotics and automation engineering technology, surveying and geospatial technology, and healthcare engineering technology.
Rooted in a comprehensive framework of 24 technology and technical fields, MBOT utilises the expertise of Technology and Technical Working Groups (TTWGs), which consist of industry and academic professionals.
These groups drive advancements in each technological field, including providing advice on the development of accreditation standards within their respective domains.
Moreover, the strategic adjustment in the entry policy for TVET institutions, transitioning from post-Form Five to post-Form Three, signifies a forward-thinking and inclusive initiative aimed at democratising access to technical education, the Board added.
“This pivotal move, orchestrated by the government in collaboration with the Education Ministry, seeks to diversify the talent pipeline within the TVET sector.
“By expanding the entry pathway, the government aims to cultivate a rich pool of skilled professionals primed to spearhead innovation and drive progress in Malaysia’s evolving technological landscape,” it said, adding that the National TVET Policy 2024-2030 will be launched soon.
This document, the Board said, would serve as the blueprint for the TVET transformative journey, charting a course towards a future where skilled and passionate graduates become the backbone of Malaysia’s expanding technology sector.
