Career tips
Practical guides for job hunting in Malaysia, from your first resume to negotiating an offer.
WorkplacePublic holidays 2027 in Malaysia: federal and state list, and your rights at work
Every 2027 public holiday announced by the Prime Minister's Department, by month and by state, plus the Employment Act rules on paid holidays and holiday pay.
20 October 2026 · 9 min
Career GrowthHow to negotiate a job offer in Malaysia, from base pay to start date
The base salary is one line of the offer. Here is how to weigh the whole package, what to say when you counter, and how to get it in writing.
20 October 2026 · 8 min
Career GrowthHow to get your employer to pay for a course through HRD Corp
Most Malaysian employers with ten or more staff already pay a training levy. Here is how it works, and how to ask for your share of it.
20 October 2026 · 8 min