Kuala Lumpur, 24 February 2025 – Emeritus, the world’s leading EdTech company as recognized by TIME, has joined forces with the Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC) to empower professionals in the communications industry. This collaboration aims to boost competitiveness, efficiency, and self-regulation while fostering digital leadership through the All-Star Leadership Development Programme. After the successful completion of Cohort 1 in Phase 2, new batches for 2025 are underway, continuing to provide crucial skill-building for 51 industry professionals.
The All-Star Leadership Programme is a national initiative focused on developing digital leadership capabilities. It has already engaged over 200 tactical leaders from MCMC, guiding them through key digital mindset development and leadership traits based on MCMC’s Leadership Development Framework.
As governments globally seek to improve public trust and satisfaction, a critical focus has been on enhancing digital skills to drive tech adoption, diversify business models, and improve public services. The All-Star Programme is a crucial element in achieving these goals for Malaysia, ensuring better use of technology and more efficient practices within the communications and multimedia industry.
Dr. Murugappan, Chief Human Resource Officer at MCMC, emphasized, “The success of the first batch of Phase 2 is a clear demonstration of the program’s real-world value. Our public-private partnership with Emeritus is integral to advancing Malaysia’s digital transformation and talent development, preparing leaders for the challenges ahead.”
This collaboration aligns with Malaysia’s MyDigital initiative and the 12th Malaysia Plan (RMK 12), which sets out the country’s goals to become a digitally enabled, high-income nation and a regional leader in the digital economy.
Phase 2: Equipping Leaders with Digital Execution Skills
Phase 2 of the programme, led by Emeritus, is designed to enhance participants’ ability to execute digital strategies effectively. This four-month course helps leaders refine their strategic capabilities to navigate challenges during digital transformations.
Mr. Jawahir Morarji, President of Enterprise Business at Emeritus, shared, “It has been a privilege to collaborate with MCMC to elevate the competencies of regulatory professionals in the fast-evolving tech landscape. The first cohort has delivered strong results and positive feedback, and we are excited to continue this momentum with new batches in the coming months.”
Personalized Learning Journey for Digital Leadership Development
The All-Star programme offers a personalized learning experience with a mix of professional courses, coaching, workshops, and industry panel discussions. Participants can choose from a variety of certificate courses offered by prestigious universities like MIT xPRO and Cambridge Judge Business School Executive Education. Topics include Circular Economy, Digital Transformation, and High-Velocity Leadership, providing flexibility to tailor learning to individual goals.
In addition, the programme includes leadership coaching from International Coaching Federation-certified professionals and access to valuable resources like the books Leadership by Algorithm by David De Cremer and Leaders Eat Last by Simon Sinek. These are available on Emeritus Insights, a platform offering bite-sized learning tailored for busy professionals.
Driving Digital Transformation Through Public-Private Collaboration
The partnership between MCMC and Emeritus is not just about upskilling individuals but also about creating a lasting impact on Malaysia’s digital future. By equipping leaders with the right skills and mindset, the All-Star Leadership Development Programme is helping set the stage for sustained growth in Malaysia’s digital economy.
As new cohorts continue their learning journeys, Emeritus remains committed to shaping future leaders with the expertise and knowledge needed to thrive in an increasingly digital world.
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