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Alibaba Cloud and UM to elevate local digital competence

Alibaba Cloud partners with Universiti Malaya to introduce cloud computing and AI curriculum, internship program, and skills center. The collaboration aims to cultivate local digital talent and empower students and educators with cutting-edge technology training.

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The partnership includes workshops, training sessions, certification courses, and the launch of the Alibaba Cloud Academy Skills Centre at UM. Sean Yuan, Regional GM of Ali baba Cloud Intelligence, emphasizes the importance of nurturing digital talents in Malaysia.

Professor Ir. Dr. Kaharudin Dimyati from UM highlights the role of technology in driving economic growth and advancement, underscoring the university’s commitment to integrating AAEP into its curriculum.

The Alibaba-UM deal

“Fostering a digital future requires a proactive approach that supports individuals and organisations at the forefront of digitalization. This is in line with our continuous commitment and investment in nurturing the digital talents in Malaysia. We welcome Universiti Malaya as a valued partner in the Alibaba Cloud Academic Empowerment Program (AAEP), as well as for the Alibaba Cloud Skills Centre and our first internship program in Malaysia.

“We welcome UM’s forward-thinking initiatives and unwavering commitment to empowering learners, and educators with the necessary tools and skills. We firmly believe that through this partnership, they will be better positioned to gain digital insights and seize a multitude of opportunities in an increasingly digitalized world.” says Sean Yuan, Regional General Manager of Indonesia and Malaysia, Alibaba Cloud Intelligence.

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