Melaka: The Melaka government remains committed to strengthening the development of Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) through three main initiatives aimed at producing more skilled workers and successful entrepreneurs.
According to BERNAMA News Agency, Deputy State Executive Councillor (Exco) for Investment, Industry and TVET Development, Datuk Khaidhirah Abu Zahar, outlined a strategic plan that includes the introduction of the Technopreneur programme, the creation of an integrated TVET database, and the establishment of the Melaka Centre of Excellence (MCOE). The Technopreneur programme is designed to train TVET graduates, particularly youths in Melaka, to not only become skilled workers but also to grow as entrepreneurs and eventually become employers. The initiative aims to produce TVET graduates who are capable of creating job opportunities for others.
The Melaka TVET Appreciation Night 2026, held in Banda Hilir, was the occasion where these plans were discussed. The event was officiated by Chief Minister Datuk Seri Ab Rauf Yusoh and attended by State Education, Higher Education and Religious Affairs Exco Datuk Rahmad Mariman. Khaidhirah added that the MCOE, envisioned as a state centre of excellence, is designed to coordinate training for both prospective employees and future employers in a structured manner, with full operations expected by 2027. This centre is being developed in collaboration with industry players to ensure that every training programme aligns with current job market needs.
The MCOE has been designed based on real industry needs and has received recognition from industry stakeholders. The goal is to ensure that every programme component matches industry requirements accurately. Khaidhirah emphasized the strong commitment from industry players in laying the groundwork and aligning programme components with industry needs.
Additionally, the state government has launched an official TVET portal at www.tvetmelaka.com, serving as a one-stop centre for information on programmes, training, trainee intake, and opportunities to participate in various TVET initiatives. The portal allows industry players to review talent development channels provided by the state government and share input to ensure industry needs are effectively met.
In conjunction with these initiatives, the Melaka TVET Council allocated RM150,000 to 30 higher education institutions (IPTs) in the state to strengthen TVET training and development programmes, with each institution receiving RM5,000.