ICDL Asia is delighted to announce that Nexus International School Malaysia has officially joined our network as an Accredited Test Centre (ATC). As the first international school in Malaysia to achieve this status, Nexus underscores its commitment to fostering essential digital skills among its students. As part of this new partnership, Nexus International School Malaysia …
Hanoi, Vietnam – Academy of Policy and Development (APD) has officially recognised ICDL as the standard for IT proficiency for its students, as per Decision No. 825/QD-HVCSPT issued on August 7, 2024. Under this decision, students who obtain ICDL certifications will be exempt from taking, retaking, or converting grades to 8, 9, or 10 in …
Bangkok, August 29, 2024 — The Thailand Digital Employer Day 2024, co-organised by ICDL Thailand along with the Thailand Ministry of Labour, the Department of Skills Development, the Digital Development Foundation, and the Employers Confederation of Thailand, was successfully held in Bangkok. Taking place at the Ministry of Labour’s Auditorium, the event focused on the …
Vietnam, August 2024 – Ton Duc Thang University (TDTU), a leading public university in Vietnam, has taken a significant step in enhancing digital literacy among its students by officially recognising ICDL certification as the IT proficiency standard. Formalised in Decision No. 2615/QD-TDT on 16 August 2024, the decision applies to undergraduate and specialised students, allowing …
Malaysia, August 2024 – As part of the ICDL upskilling initiative for Malaysian educators, ICDL Accredited Test Centre, MMU Cnergy has successfully delivered two specialised training sessions on Big Data and AI modules as part of the Cikgu Juara Digital (Digital Champion Teachers) programme by Malaysia Digital Economy Corporation (MDEC). Held between June and July …
The National Digital Explorer (NDE) 2024 jointly organised by Crescent Girls’ School and ICDL Asia is a nationwide digital literacy initiative aimed to empower Singaporean students aged 9 to 18 with real-world digital skills, fostering critical thinking and enhancing their productivity as learners in the digital realm. NDE 2024 provided an excellent platform for students to gain valuable experience, network with peers, and showcase their digital proficiency at a national level. The competition featured several tracks, including the Business Track and Emerging Technologies Track, to strengthen students’ digital literacy and technological skills.
A significant step towards advocating cyber security was achieved in Bhutan with the successful completion of the cyber security training and certification program.
This initiative was organised by our Local Program Partner, Bodhi Media and Communication Institute (BMCI), in collaboration with the ICDL Accredited Test Centre, Department of ICT, Royal Institute of Management. The training program, which focused on enhancing cyber hygiene practices, was supported by a grant from the APNIC Foundation through the Information Society Innovation Fund (ISIF Asia). The program successfully brought together 80 professionals from government agencies, private sector companies, civil society organisations (CSOs), and corporations.
Dragonfire Corporate Solutions has been named the newest ICDL Accredited Test Centre (ATC) in Malaysia. This announcement was made during their launch of National Training Week, part of an annual initiative by the Malaysia Ministry of Human Resources. The collaboration between ICDL and Dragonfire Corporate Solutions aims to deliver high-quality digital upskilling programmes, focusing on transforming Malaysia’s human capital and reaching out to marginalised communities.
This collaboration aims to strengthen NUML’s curriculum and equip students with in-demand digital skills, aligning with the university’s commitment to providing a well-rounded education that prepares graduates for success in the globalised job market. Through this strategic partnership, NUML is poised to become an authorised ICDL test centre. This will provide students and alumni with the opportunity to obtain globally recognised certifications, regardless of their prior IT background. The partnership will focus on promoting the ICDL program, ensuring graduates possess the critical skills needed to flourish in today’s digitalised workplace. This initiative will significantly enhance the employability of NUML graduates, aligning their skills with industry standards and global demands.
The Johor Digital Literacy Day 2024, held at Sunway College Johor Bahru, marked a significant milestone in the digital transformation landscape of Johor and beyond. Organised by our ICDL Accredited Test Centre, DEW Technology and supported by the Malaysia Industrial Talent Board and ICDL Asia, this event successfully drew tremendous support from industry professionals and tech enthusiasts to highlight the growing importance of digital upskilling in the region. Attendees were inspired by cutting-edge advancements in AI technology and had opportunities to network and exchange knowledge with industry experts.
