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Posted @ 09-Jul-2025

We Came, We Shared, We Connected – EMEX at Star Education Fair Johor Bahru!

We had a great time at the Star Education Fair on July 5–6, 2025, at Persada International Convention Centre in Johor Bahru. EMEX Service Malaysia (http://emexservice.com.my) joined the event to showcase our PMI PMP and PMI ACP training programs to students, professionals, and training partners.

From the start, the atmosphere was lively. Our booth was near the entrance main stage, attracting many visitors. We used banners and brochures to share how PMP and ACP certifications can boost career development and organizational growth.

Many were fresh graduates or professionals interested in enhancing their job prospects. They wanted to know how PMI certification could support their goals.

We were happy to meet HR staff from a well-known oil and gas company looking to train their project managers. Some universities also showed interest in collaborating with us for guest lectures and potential course integration.

We offered free consultations, special fair-only discounts. More than 150 people registered their interest and subscribed to our newsletter and future webinars.

A big thank-you to the Star Education Fair team for organizing such a smooth and professional event.

We appreciate all the support and are excited about the growing interest in PMI certifications across Malaysia. To everyone who visited us—thank you! And if you missed us, check out our Facebook page and website for more updates.

Let’s grow Malaysia’s project management community together!

Posted @ 23-Jun-2025

Joined star Education fair

📍 STAR Education Fair, Johor Bahru

📅 5–6 July 2025 | Booth A01

Explore top certifications like PMP®, PRINCE2®, and ITIL® — and get expert advice on choosing the right path in IT or project management.

🎁 Exclusive Fair Perks (T&C apply):

✅ FREE accommodation

✅ FREE transport

✅ Discounts on course fees

Don't miss this chance to boost your skills and future-proof your career.

Let EMEX help you unlock your potential!

Posted @ 04-Jun-2025

2024 MALAYSIAN IT CERTIFICATION SALARY INDEX

Unlocking Career Advancement in Malaysia’s Digital Economy

Published by Emex Service | HRDF-Approved Training Partner | Data Verified June 2024

Executive Summary: The Certification Premium in MY Market

Malaysian IT professionals holding globally recognized certifications earn **28.7% higher median salaries** than non-certified peers – rising to **41.3%** for roles in banking/GLC sectors. Based on aggregated data from 1,142 Malaysian tech hires (JobStreet, Michael Page, Kelly Services), this Index reveals:

- **Top 5 ROI Certifications:** PMI-PMP® (RM15,200), AWS SA Pro (RM14,800), CISSP (RM18,300), PRINCE2 Agile® (RM13,500), ITIL 4 MP (RM12,900)

- **Critical Regional Variations:** KL premiums exceed Penang/Johor by 19.2%

- **HRDF Impact:** 92% of certified professionals secured full reimbursement

Methodology: Rigorous Malaysian Data Sourcing

Source	Weight	Geographic Coverage	Key Metrics
JobStreet MY Salary Report	35%	Nationwide	Base salary, certification density
BNM Fintech Talent Census	20%	KL/Penang Cyberjaya	Banking/fintech specialization premiums
MCMC IT Workforce Analytics	15%	MSC Status Companies	Certification vs promotion velocity
EMEX Employer Survey	30%	87 MY Tech Firms	Hiring preferences, salary bands

Adjustments for 2024:

Inflation factor: +5.3% (Dept of Statistics MY)
Sectoral demand weights: +22% for cloud/cybersecurity roles
EPF/KWSP contribution normalization

Certification-Specific Salary Tables (MYR)

Table 1: Project Management Certifications

Certification	0-3 Yrs Exp	4-7 Yrs Exp	8+ Yrs Exp	GLC Premium
PMI-PMP®	RM 7,200	RM 12,500	RM 15,200	+24.1%
PRINCE2 Agile® Practitioner	RM 6,500	RM 9,800	RM 13,500	+18.9%
PMI-ACP®	RM 6,100	RM 8,900	RM 11,400	+12.7%

Bank Negara Compliance Bonus: PMI-PMP® holders in financial institutions add RM 2,100/month (BNM Circular 3/2024)

Table 2: IT Service & Governance Certifications

Certification	Help Desk	IT Manager	CIO/Head	Govt Project Bonus
ITIL 4 Managing Professional	RM 4,300	RM 12,900	RM 22,500	+RM 1,800*
COBIT 2019 Foundation	-	RM 8,200	RM 16,100	+RM 2,300*
ISO/IEC 27001 Lead Auditor	RM 5,100	RM 11,200	RM 19,800	+RM 1,500

*MyGovCloud mandatory certification allowance

Table 3: Technical Certifications (Cloud/Cybersecurity)

Certification	Penang	Kuala Lumpur	Johor	MSC Status Premium
AWS Solutions Architect Pro	RM 10,100	RM 14,800	RM 9,700	+18.2%
CISSP	RM 12,300	RM 18,300	RM 11,900	+22.5%
Microsoft Azure Administrator	RM 7,900	RM 11,400	RM 8,200	+9.8%

Sectoral Analysis: Where Certifications Deliver Maximum ROI

Banking & Fintech (BNM-Regulated)

- Top Certs: CISSP, PMI-PMP®, CISA

Government-Linked Companies (GLCs)

- Mandatory Certs: ITIL 4, PRINCE2 Agile®, MyGovCloud Specialist

- Promotion Velocity: 73% faster advancement to Head of IT roles

Geographic Salary Variations

Role	Klang Valley	Penang	Johor	East Malaysia
Cybersecurity Analyst	RM 8,200	RM 7,100	RM 6,800	RM 5,900
Cloud Engineer	RM 9,600	RM 8,300	RM 7,400	RM 6,200
IT Project Manager	RM 12,500	RM 10,100	RM 9,300	RM 8,400

Key Insight: KL salaries exceed national average by 19.7% – but cost-adjusted premiums drop to **6.2%** after accounting for living expenses.

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