JOHOR BARU: As a young graduate who has just entered the job market, Hanie Yunus has an observation when it comes to the idea of raising the retirement age from 60 to 65. “Towards 60, I notice many at this age are just waiting for retirement. Often, younger staff end up covering for them. Their productivity...
AS Sijil Pelajaran Malaysia (SPM) graduates embark on their future, the decisions they make today will define the trajectory of their careers and lives. Asia Pacific University of Technology and Innovation (APU) offers a transformative journey, equipping students with the skills and knowledge to excel in a tech-driven world, not just for now but for the...
KUALA LANGAT: Day one of the National Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) Day celebration saw students eagerly exploring job opportunities. The students also expressed excitement at prospective career options in the field, highlighting how TVET equipped them with valuable and practical skills, during the two-day fair held at the Kuala Langat Industrial Training Institute. ALSO...
PUTRAJAYA: The Education Ministry’s measure to separate pupils into a three-month intervention programme has sparked concerns among parent groups that fear it may lead to pupils feeling singled out and stigmatised. Melaka Action Group for Parents in Education (Magpie) chairman Mak Chee Kin said segregating pupils who have yet to master the 3M skills – reading,...
KUALA LUMPUR: The National Industrial Master Plan (NIMP) 2030 will have specific plans to ensure growth in local small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and improve the livelihood of Malaysians, says Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim. According to Anwar, the government’s Madani Economy framework and NIMP 2030 were both aligned in their focus to improve lives...
