Malaysian Association of Hotels Learning & Development, MAH L&D

📢 𝐒𝐔𝐏𝐄𝐑𝐕𝐈𝐒𝐎𝐑𝐘 𝐌𝐀𝐍𝐀𝐆𝐄𝐌𝐄𝐍𝐓 𝐃𝐄𝐕𝐄𝐋𝐎𝐏𝐌𝐄𝐍𝐓

📅 𝟏𝟖 & 𝟏𝟗 𝐉𝐮𝐧𝐞 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔

Many high-performing employees are promoted into supervisory positions based on their technical expertise and strong work performance. However, the transition from being an individual contributor to leading and managing a team requires a distinct set of leadership and people management competencies.

This programme is specifically designed to support new and aspiring supervisors in developing the skills, confidence, and professional mindset required to excel in supervisory roles.

Participants will gain practical knowledge and effective techniques to lead teams, manage workplace relationships, communicate with impact, and drive performance in a business environment.

𝐊𝐞𝐲 𝐋𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐎𝐮𝐭𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐞𝐬:

✔️ Develop essential supervisory and leadership competencies
✔️ Enhance communication and interpersonal effectiveness
✔️ Strengthen team management and employee engagement skills
✔️ Apply practical approaches to performance improvement and productivity
✔️ Build confidence in handling workplace challenges and responsibilities

Invest in your leadership development and prepare yourself to lead teams more effectively while contributing to your organisation’s success.

📩 𝐑𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐫 𝐍𝐨𝐰: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/LYSBQW6

For more information about our programmes, services, and upcoming initiatives, please visit our website at: https://mahtec.com.my/

📢 𝐅𝐎𝐎𝐃 𝐇𝐀𝐍𝐃𝐋𝐈𝐍𝐆 𝐀𝐍𝐃 𝐇𝐘𝐆𝐈𝐄𝐍𝐄 𝐏𝐑𝐀𝐂𝐓𝐈𝐂𝐄𝐒 𝐈𝐍 𝐇𝐎𝐒𝐏𝐈𝐓𝐀𝐋𝐈𝐓𝐘

📅 𝟏𝟏 & 𝟏𝟐 𝐉𝐮𝐧𝐞

Ensure the highest standards of food safety and hygiene in your hospitality operations.

This practical and interactive workshop will equip participants with the knowledge and skills to:

✔️ Apply proper food handling techniques
✔️ Maintain kitchen and workplace hygiene standards
✔️ Implement effective sanitation and safety practices
✔️ Prevent foodborne illnesses and contamination
✔️ Create a safe and clean environment for guests and staff

🎓 Ideal for hospitality professionals involved in food preparation, service, and kitchen operations.

📩 𝐑𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐫 𝐍𝐨𝐰: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/LYSBQW6

For more information about our programmes, services, and upcoming initiatives, please visit our website at: https://mahtec.com.my/

𝐇𝐚𝐩𝐩𝐲 𝐖𝐞𝐬𝐚𝐤 𝐃𝐚𝐲 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔 𝐟𝐫𝐨𝐦 𝐌𝐀𝐇 & 𝐌𝐀𝐇 𝐋&𝐃!
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📢 𝐂𝐄𝐑𝐓𝐈𝐅𝐈𝐂𝐀𝐓𝐄 𝐈𝐍 𝐄𝐕𝐄𝐍𝐓 𝐌𝐀𝐍𝐀𝐆𝐄𝐌𝐄𝐍𝐓

🗓️ 𝟐𝟗 & 𝟑𝟎 𝐉𝐮𝐧𝐞 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔

Gain the essential knowledge and skills required to succeed in the Events & Conventions industry at a supervisory or management level.

𝐁𝐲 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐞𝐧𝐝 𝐨𝐟 𝐭𝐡𝐢𝐬 𝐩𝐫𝐨𝐠𝐫𝐚𝐦𝐦𝐞, 𝐩𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐢𝐜𝐢𝐩𝐚𝐧𝐭𝐬 𝐰𝐢𝐥𝐥 𝐛𝐞 𝐚𝐛𝐥𝐞 𝐭𝐨:
✔ Understand the tourism and events industry
✔ Analyse event marketing strategies and channels
✔ Examine event finance, human resources, risk assessment, and stakeholder management
✔ Review the complete event planning and operational cycle

𝐂𝐨𝐮𝐫𝐬𝐞 𝐌𝐨𝐝𝐮𝐥𝐞𝐬
• Description & Purpose of Events
• Event Marketing & Communication
• Event Human Resource & Finance Issues
• Event Risk Assessment & Management

𝐑𝐞𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐝𝐞𝐝 𝐟𝐨𝐫:
Supervisors and Executives in Sales, Events, Banquets, F&B, Hospitality, and Tourism sectors.

🎓 𝐂𝐞𝐫𝐭𝐢𝐟𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐭𝐞 𝐀𝐰𝐚𝐫𝐝𝐞𝐝 𝐔𝐩𝐨𝐧 𝐒𝐮𝐜𝐜𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐟𝐮𝐥 𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐩𝐥𝐞𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧

📩 𝐑𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐫 𝐍𝐨𝐰: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/LYSBQW6

For more information about our programmes, services, and upcoming initiatives, please visit our website at: https://mahtec.com.my/

𝐌𝐀𝐇 𝟑𝐫𝐝 𝐇𝐨𝐭𝐞𝐥 𝐌𝐚𝐧𝐚𝐠𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐆𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐏𝐫𝐢𝐱 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔 𝐖𝐢𝐧𝐧𝐞𝐫𝐬
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𝐂𝐞𝐥𝐞𝐛𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐓𝐨𝐝𝐚𝐲’𝐬 𝐀𝐜𝐡𝐢𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭, 𝐈𝐧𝐬𝐩𝐢𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐓𝐨𝐦𝐨𝐫𝐫𝐨𝐰’𝐬 𝐇𝐨𝐬𝐩𝐢𝐭𝐚𝐥𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐋𝐞𝐚𝐝𝐞𝐫𝐬
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The evening proudly celebrated the remarkable achievements of participants at the MAH 3rd Hotel Management Grand Prix (MGP) 2026, a prestigious initiative organised by the Malaysian Association of Hotels in collaboration with Taylor's University and Russel Partnership Technology.
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Now in its third edition, the competition continues to serve as a dynamic platform for nurturing and developing future hospitality leaders through an immersive hotel management simulation programme. Participants were challenged to demonstrate strategic thinking, leadership, operational excellence, and effective decision-making skills within a competitive environment that mirrors real-world hospitality industry scenarios.
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The awards presentation ceremony recognised individuals who displayed exceptional performance, professionalism, innovation, and dedication throughout the competition. Their achievements reflect the growing calibre of talent within the hospitality industry and the strong commitment of young professionals in shaping the future of hospitality management in Malaysia.
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𝐖𝐢𝐧𝐧𝐞𝐫𝐬 𝐨𝐟 𝐌𝐀𝐇 𝟑𝐫𝐝 𝐇𝐨𝐭𝐞𝐥 𝐌𝐚𝐧𝐚𝐠𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐆𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐏𝐫𝐢𝐱 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔
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Champion: Yvonne Looi Mei Wynn – Weil Hotel

1st Runner-up: Muhammad As Sufi bin Mohamad Al Beari – Hotel Sentral Kuala Lumpur

2nd Runner-up: Tan Siew Luen – Grand Hyatt Kuala Lumpur
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The MAH Hotel Management Grand Prix is also one of the four key modules under the MAH x Taylor’s Professional Hotel Certification programme. This newly established collaboration represents a significant milestone in introducing a home-grown Malaysian professional hotel certification programme designed specifically to elevate industry standards and strengthen talent development within the hospitality sector.
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Through this initiative, the programme aims to equip hospitality professionals with industry-relevant knowledge, practical exposure, leadership competencies, and globally aligned operational skills. With the successful implementation of the programme, the MAH x Taylor’s Professional Hotel Certification is now ready to be introduced and expanded nationwide, providing valuable learning and upskilling opportunities for hospitality talents across Malaysia.

𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐠𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐮𝐥𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬 𝐭𝐨 𝐠𝐫𝐚𝐝𝐮𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐬 𝐌𝐀𝐇 𝐄𝐱𝐞𝐜𝐮𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝐃𝐢𝐩𝐥𝐨𝐦𝐚 𝐂𝐥𝐚𝐬𝐬 𝐨𝐟 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟓.

From classrooms to conference rooms, growth never stops. Behind every certificate is a story of late nights, balancing work commitments, personal sacrifices, and an unwavering commitment to excellence. This achievement proves that learning is not confined to a classroom

What makes this achievement truly inspiring is that our graduates are accomplished working professionals, including former General Managers, business owners, Directors of Rooms, Duty Managers, Group Executive Directors, F&B Managers etc who successfully balanced demanding careers while completing all 9 modules of the programme.

Their dedication, resilience, and commitment to lifelong learning reflect the true spirit of leadership in hospitality.

𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐠𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐮𝐥𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬 𝐨𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐚𝐠𝐚𝐢𝐧 𝐭𝐨 (𝐟𝐫𝐨𝐦 𝐥𝐞𝐟𝐭 𝐭𝐨 𝐫𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭)

1. Mohd Nor Azam bin Awang, Director of F&B, Hard Rock Hotel Desaru Coast,
2. Jofhua Yeong Kong Zhi, Group Executive Director, Tasik Villa International Resort
3. Mohamad Hanapi bin Abdul Halim, Assistant F&B Manager, Perdana Kuala Lumpur
4. Mohd Zharfan bin Mohamed Zaki, F&B Manager, Perdana Kota Bharu
5. Yogendran Devarajan, Director of Marketing, Microblue Sdn Bhd.
6. Sherinisyha a/p Gunalan, Formerly Duty Manager, Avillion Port Dickson
7. Wan Mohd Faizul bin Wan Abas, Formerly General Manager Duyong Marina Resort
8. Norazizan bin Mohd, Director of Room, Banyan Tree Kuala Lumpur,
9. Isaac Chong Chee Kian, Cluster Learning Manager, Pavillion Hotel Kuala Lumpur
10. Sabree bin Ismail, Assistant Club Floor Manager, Pavillion Hotel Kuala Lumpur
11. Amirrul Azzri, bin Yusrin, F&B Supervisor, St Giles Gardens Kuala Lumpur
12. Sivabalan a/l Vijayan, Duty Manager, Capri by Fraser Bukit Bintang
13. Michael Norris Mueson, Assistant Housekeeping Manager, Capri by Fraser Bukit Bintang
14. Mohd Shahril bin Abu Rahim, Deputy Hotel manager cm Executive Chef (Not pictured)

We proudly celebrate the graduation of the 𝐌𝐀𝐇𝐓𝐄𝐂 𝐂𝐥𝐚𝐬𝐬 𝐨𝐟 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟓, held on 𝟏𝟑 𝐌𝐚𝐲 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟓 at 𝐁𝐞𝐫𝐣𝐚𝐲𝐚 𝐓𝐢𝐦𝐞𝐬 𝐒𝐪𝐮𝐚𝐫𝐞, a memorable milestone marking the beginning of new professional journeys.

The diploma presentation ceremony was officiated by 𝐏𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐢𝐝𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐨𝐟 𝐌𝐀𝐇, 𝐃𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐧 𝐂𝐡𝐫𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐚 𝐓𝐨𝐡 together with the 𝐃𝐞𝐚𝐧 𝐨𝐟 𝐅𝐚𝐜𝐮𝐥𝐭𝐲 𝐨𝐟 𝐓𝐨𝐮𝐫𝐢𝐬𝐦 & 𝐇𝐨𝐭𝐞𝐥 𝐌𝐚𝐧𝐚𝐠𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐔𝐢𝐓𝐌 𝐃𝐫 𝐍𝐨𝐫𝐳𝐮𝐰𝐚𝐧𝐚. The event was further honored by the presence of distinguished professors from Universiti Teknologi MARA, General Managers, and industry experts, reflecting the strong partnership between academia and industry.

Congratulations to all graduates on this remarkable achievement. Your dedication and perseverance have brought you to this proud moment.

As 𝐌𝐀𝐇 𝐋&𝐃 continues to support and contribute to the growth of the hospitality industry, we remain committed to nurturing future talents and strengthening industry collaboration for years to come.

Here’s to new beginnings and even greater success ahead.

To be continued.

𝐃𝐈𝐃 𝐘𝐎𝐔 𝐊𝐍𝐎𝐖?

𝐔𝐧𝐮𝐭𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐬𝐞𝐝 𝐇𝐑𝐃 𝐥𝐞𝐯𝐲 may be forfeited if no claims are made within a 2-year period, in line with 𝐒𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝟐𝟓 𝐨𝐟 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐏𝐒𝐌𝐁 𝐀𝐜𝐭 𝟐𝟎𝟎𝟏.

This shortened timeframe highlights the importance of monitoring your levy balance and planning for training and development initiatives.

Staying informed and proactive can help ensure your organisation continues to benefit from its levy contributions.

𝐀 𝐍𝐞𝐰 𝐂𝐡𝐚𝐩𝐭𝐞𝐫 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐓𝐚𝐥𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐃𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐥𝐨𝐩𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐢𝐧 𝐌𝐚𝐥𝐚𝐲𝐬𝐢𝐚𝐧 𝐇𝐨𝐬𝐩𝐢𝐭𝐚𝐥𝐢𝐭𝐲

Effective 19 January 2026, 𝐌𝐀𝐇𝐓𝐄𝐂 𝐢𝐬 𝐧𝐨𝐰 𝐌𝐀𝐇 𝐋𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 & 𝐃𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐥𝐨𝐩𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 (𝐌𝐀𝐇 𝐋&𝐃) marking a stronger, future-focused direction for the industry.

This evolution is about making learning more relevant and impactful for today’s hospitality professionals. Programmes are designed around real industry challenges, with a stronger focus on developing confident leaders at every level. The emphasis is on practical, applicable skills that can be used immediately to improve performance, service, and decision-making.

Ultimately, it supports the industry in moving forward with confidence, building a capable, future-ready workforce for Visit Malaysia 2026 and beyond.

While our name has evolved, our commitment remains the same empowering people, strengthening leadership, and elevating Malaysian hospitality.