Uni Enrol signs a strategic investment partnership, (from left to right) MAPCU president Datuk Parmjit Singh, GEA CEO Freeman Yeung, Uni Enrol CEO Rickson Khaw and Lembah Pantai Member of Parliament and Communications Minister Minister Fahmi Fadzil.
Malaysia’s largest online student enrolment platform Uni Enrol has entered into a strategic investment partnership with Global Education Alliance (GEA), a leading global education group on June 23 to strengthen its position as a regional hub for higher education access.
The signing ceremony, held in Kuala Lumpur, was officiated by Lembah Pantai Member of Parliament and Communications Minister Fahmi Fadzil and marks a significant milestone in advancing Malaysia’s role as a premier study destination for students across the Asia Pacific and beyond.
This partnership will expand Uni Enrol’s platform capabilities to support both Malaysian and international students in exploring higher education opportunities, whether for full-degree programmes in Malaysia or transnational pathways to top study destinations like the UK, Australia, New Zealand, Ireland or others.
Uni Enrol co-founder and chief executive officer (CEO) Rickson Khaw said, “This partnership enables us to bring Malaysian institutions to the global stage and make world-class education more accessible and transparent.
“It’s not just about reach – it’s about creating real pathways, powered by data and digital infrastructure, that meet students where they are.”
Global Education Alliance CEO Freeman Yeung highlighted the importance of this collaboration, “At the Global Education Alliance, our mission is to bridge opportunities and open doors for students worldwide. This partnership with Uni Enrol provides a unique gateway for students to access world-class education at a fraction of the cost.
“Malaysia offers an ideal blend of affordability, high-quality education and cultural richness. Together, we aim to create transformative experiences for students while contributing to the growth of Malaysia’s education sector. We are excited to see how this collaboration shapes the future of global education.”
The partnership will see all institutions within GEA’s network integrated into Uni Enrol’s online platform—building a seamless bridge between GEA’s extensive offline recruitment presence and Uni Enrol’s 24/7 online accessibility. This integration is expected to significantly improve conversion rates, speed of response, and service levels across the region.
Importantly, this collaboration is expected to attract more inbound students to Malaysia, reinforcing the country’s position as a leading global education destination. This aligns with the Malaysian government's goal to attract 250,000 international students by 2025, a vision that supports the creation of a more diverse and dynamic academic environment.
The resulting increase in local and international talent will further enrich Malaysia’s higher education landscape and contribute to a broader, highly skilled graduate pool that sees Malaysia as home, whether past or present.
As part of the event, Uni Enrol also launched the Lembah Pantai Scholarship 2025, in collaboration with leading Malaysian private institutions. The initiative will award 17 full scholarships to SPM 2024 students from SMK and SMJK schools within the Lembah Pantai constituency.
Eligible students include those from households earning below RM8,000 or who have represented their state or nation in sports.
The event was attended by leaders from Malaysian and international institutions, government stakeholders, and regional education experts, all signalling strong support for the digital transformation of student mobility and Malaysia’s growing role in global education.
For more information about Uni Enrol, Global Education Alliance, and their services, visit www.unienrol.com and https://www.geaworld.org/
