1. THE MALAYSIA EXPERIENCE: POLICIES AND BEST PRACTICES IN EDUCATION AND CAREER PLANNING OF YOUNG ATHLETES
Norlida Ab Wahab
Human Capital Development Section
Economic Planning Unit
Prime Minister’s Department

2. Population 31.4 million

3. Malaysia Participation In Games
ELITE
PARALYMPIC
YOUTH
Olympic Games
Since 1956
Paralympic Games
Since 1984
National Youth Carnival
Since 2001
Asian Games
Since 1954
Asian Para Games
(formerly FESPIC Games)
Since 1975
Commonwealth Games
Since 1930
Para Asian Games
Since 2001
SEA GAMES
Since 1959
Malaysian Games (SUKMA)
Since 1983
We have identified 4 main issues that we feel, is the vital few which will bring about impactful change NOW.
We have come up with short-term and long-term solution to ensure there is momentum and lasting change. Addressing these 4 issue will be the anchor for further change and address the most pressing issues faced by the TVET sector now.

4. The landscape of education and training in Human Capital development
Economic Planning Unit
The amount allocated for education was 3.8% GDP (2011) and the figure was higher than OECD countries’ average of 3.4%
26%
19%
43,729
43,295
PFI & 2015
20%
16%
14%
10%
13%
20,185 8% 8% 7%
31,062
1&2
1st
2nd
3rd
4th
5th
6th
7th
8th
9th
10th
Education
Blueprint
Razak Report 1956
Education Ordinan 1957
Cabinet Report 1979
New Primary School Curriculum (KBSR) 1983
Integrated Primary School Curriculum (KBSR) 1993
National Education Philosophy 1988
Rahman Talib Report & Education Act 1961
HRDF
PTPK
Higher Education
Blueprint
Private Higher Education Institution Act 1996,
National Higher Education Fund Corporation Act (PTPTN) 1997
RMK 1-10
National Council on Higher Education Act 1996
Share to total DE (Development Expenditure)
SLDN
DE (RM mil)

5. TalentT THE EDUCATION JOURNEY - MALAYSIAN CONTEXT
National Sports Policy
Preschool children up to Year 3 Encouraged to participate in sports according to school capability
1Student1Sport Policy
Compulsory for Year 4 to Form 6
Postsecondary
& tertiary
(1-6 Yrs)
Work
Upper
Secondary
(2 Yrs)
Lower
Secondary
(3 Yrs)
Primary
(6 Yrs)
Preschool
(2 Yrs)
17+ onwards
15+ to 16+
12+ to 14+
6+ to 11+
4+ to 5+
Talent Identification

6. The national education philosophy
Education in Malaysia is an ongoing effort towards further developing the potential of individuals in a holistic and integral manner to produce individuals who are intelectually, spiritually, emotionally, and physically balanced and harmonious based on a firm belief in and devotion to God. “

7. SPORTS POLICIES AND RELATED AGENCIES
NATIONAL SPORTS POLICY
The Focus
outlines the objectives, strategies, roles and responsibilities of each agencies, organisations, sports councils, institutions of higher learning as well as individuals involved in sports
to create sports culture
strengthen national integration through the comprehensive participation of society and achieving excellence at the international level
High Performance Sports
competitive sports
have taken root since 1956 with participation in Olympic Melbourne
Mass sports/Sports For All
physical activities that include all sports activities, traditional games, physical recreation & fitness
National Level
Ministry of Youth and Sports
-Malaysia Sports Council
Sports Involvement
At national and international level

8. SPORTS POLICIES AND RELATED AGENCIES
1STUDENT 1SPORT POLICY
each student is required to participate in at least one sports activity in schools
enable every student to have access to the benefits of participating in sports
develop opportunity to students with talent and potential to be developed further
What do students learn
Students follow normal school curriculum
Co-curricular activities are compulsory
(school clubs/Societies,
Sports & Games)
Sports Involvement
-at school level, district, state, national & international
School Level
Ministry of Education

9. The National Education Blueprint 2013-2025
OTHER POLICIES
The National Education Blueprint
Focus on the holistic development of children and young adults
Curriculum and co-curricular are both emphasized in school and higher education
The National Education Blueprint (Higher Education)

10. MALAYSIA SPORTS SCHOOL
Groups together potential student athletes to nurture their sporting and academic talent
Focus on the development of world-class student athletes
Emphasis on sports as career
Use of professional coaches
Follows the concept of the fully residential school which is equipped with sports and academic facilities.
Started in 1996
Until 2016: 5 Schools, 1746 students
Sports specialisation:
Hockey, Football, Track & Field, Rugby, Badminton…

11. Malaysia Sports School
Primary & secondary school
Talent identification
talent profiling,
talent search,
talent scouting,
nomination by national sports associations/NSC/clubs
Offers of admission are made year-long based on current vacancy and sporting needs.
The intake of student athletes is based on the needs of the country’s core sports.
Pre-University Programme
Has represented the country/has the potential to represent the country
Pass academic requirement
Aged not more than 20 on the date of registration of the year of admission
Active in chosen sport and recognised by the NSC/national sports associations
Pass the interview by the selection committee
Since 2009, each state select one school as state sports school, leading to the development of 15 more sports schools

12. What’s next after school
Young athletes entering job market
Athletes can choose any career pathway
Athletes may not necessarily specialize in sports-related courses in higher education
Athletes continue to participate in sporting events/training
What’s next after school
Young athletes in higher education

13. Government Support For Athletes Career Development/ Participation In Sports
Cooperation with higher learning institutions for a more flexible study schedule
Offers of scholarship
Athletes development programmes
Building sports facilities
Incentive for winning gold/silver/bronze in Olympics, Commonwealth Games/SEA Game

14. SUCCESS STORY SILVER : 4 BRONZE :1 Badminton Men’s Doubles
Badminton Men’s Singles
Badminton Mixed Doubles
Diving Women’s Synchronised 10m Platform
BRONZE :1
1. Cycling Track Men’s Keirin

15. (norlida.wahab@epu.gov.my)
NORLIDA AB WAHAB
HUMAN CAPITAL DEVELOPMENT SECTION (EDUCATION)
ECONOMIC PLANNING UNIT, PRIME MINISTER’S DEPARTMENT
Economic Planning Unit, Prime Minister’s Department