Malaysian participants of the ‘Navigating the Digital Frontier for Smart Government’ upskilling programme at ZTE Corporation’s headquarters in Shenzhen, China.
ZTE Corporation, in partnership with Multimedia University (MMU), has announced the launch of the “Navigating the Digital Frontier for Smart Government” upskilling programme.
The programme, which began in May and is targeted to end in November, is designed with specialised industry attachments to equip participants with essential skills and knowledge crucial for thriving in the digital era.
Participants of the programme are under the sponsorship of the Public Service Department.
The programme, which spans two phases, includes a rigorous one-month preparation session at MMU, featuring intensive coursework and practical exercises focused on artificial intelligence (AI), digital transformation and cybersecurity.
This first phase will establish a solid foundation in digital technologies and their applications in governance.
Following this preparatory phase, participants will embark on a transformative five-month industry attachment in China, facilitated by ZTE and MMU subject matter experts.
This segment includes workshops, case studies and field visits, emphasising cutting-edge digital innovations such as AI, smart city initiatives and cybersecurity.
“MMU is honoured to collaborate on this programme, aligning with the Prime Minister’s vision to invest in local talent development for specialised overseas courses instead of spending billions allocated to consultant agencies,” said MMU president Prof Datuk Dr Mazliham Mohd Su’ud.
“This initiative offers invaluable hands-on experience and knowledge-sharing opportunities with leading technology firms in China.”
ZTE Malaysia managing director Ge Yuqiao expressed his enthusiasm about the collaboration, highlighting the potential such initiatives have in nurturing future digital professionals.
“Partnering with MMU to deliver this transformative programme underscores our commitment to capacity building and long-term engagement with Malaysia. We believe this initiative will cultivate digital leaders capable of leveraging technology for the public sector’s benefit,” he said.
The collaboration between ZTE and MMU aims to foster innovation and excellence in digital education, bridging the gap between academic expertise and industry insights, to cultivate leaders proficient in harnessing digital technologies for Malaysia’s public sector.
For more information, visit www.zte.com.cn/global
