"Empowering Leaders to Navigate the Digital Revolution"
Attend this highly rated programme and learn to:
Understand Key Technologies Driving IR4.0
Recognise Business Impact
Master Cloud Computing and Big Data Concepts
Grasp AI, IoT, and Blockchain Application
Identify Digital Opportunities
Make Informed Strategic Decision
Understand Cybersecurity and Risk Management
Facilitate Cross-Functional Collaboration
Build Digital Culture and Implementation Strategy
Develop Digital Investment and ROI Assessment Skills
Course Fee:
A Fully-Funded HRD Corp Training Initiative under RiSE4WRD 2.0
About RiSE4WRD 2.0
RiSE4WRD is HRD Corp's strategic initiative in support of Malaysia's Fourth Industrial Revolution (IR4.0) agenda. This fully-funded programme assists manufacturing and manufacturing-related SMEs in accelerating their digital transformation journey by providing high-level training delivered by experts.
Eligibility Criteria
To qualify for this fully-funded training, manufacturing and manufacturing-related SMEs must meet the following criteria:
Annual sales: RM300,000 to RM50 million (manufacturing) or RM20 million (manufacturing-related services)
Employees: 5-200 (manufacturing) or 5-75 (manufacturing-related services)
Minimum 60% local equity
Operating for at least 36 months
Valid business license/manufacturing license
HRD Corp registered with no levy arrears
Places are limited to 25 participants only. Please contact us at 603 5021 8595 the soonest possible to secure your application.
Hurry Closing Date for Application: 30 June 2025
Good for:
Chief Executive Officers (CEOs) and Managing Directors steering organisational digital strategy
Company Owners and Founders making strategic technology investment decisions
Chief Information Officers (CIOs) setting technology strategy for digital transformation
Chief Technology Officers (CTOs) driving technological innovation and IR4.0 initiatives
General Managers overseeing business unit digital modernisation
IT Directors implementing emerging technology solutions
Innovation Leaders driving technological advancement and competitive advantage
Supply Chain Managers integrating smart manufacturing and IoT systems
Manufacturing Systems Engineers deploying automation and AI technologies
Process Innovation Leaders optimising operations through digital solutions
Introduction:
Industry 4.0 (IR4.0) and digital transformation are rapidly changing how businesses operate, compete, and deliver value.As technologies such as cloud computing, artificial intelligence, big data, Internet of Things (IoT), and automation evolve, leaders must understand their strategic potential—even without a technical background.
This comprehensive programme demystifies emerging technologies in plain language and provides business leaders with a practical framework for leading digital initiatives within their organisations. Through real-life case studies, group discussions, and simplified concepts, participants will explore the key technologies that define IR4.0 and how they create opportunities, eciencies, and challenges across industries.
The programme emphasises business outcomes, strategic decision-making, and change management—not coding, engineering, or complex technical jargon. Participants will gain the confidence and knowledge needed to drive digital transformation initiatives, make informed technology investment decisions, and lead their organisations through the digital revolution.
This intensive three-day programme provides senior and middle management professionals with the essential knowledge to navigate digital transformation successfully. Whether you're a transformation lead, business unit head, or innovation champion, this programme will enhance your digital confidence and strategic alignment capabilities.
Course Director
MAHESA SANKARRA CISSP, CCSP, CISM, BSc.
Mahesa Sankarra is an experienced Digital Transformation Consultant and Senior Corporate Trainer with over a decade of experience in digital transformation, emerging technologies and cybersecurity training. He has worked with organisations across diverse geographical locations, helping business leaders and technical professionals navigate the complexities of Industry 4.0 and digital transformation initiatives.
His expertise spans emerging technologies including cloud computing, artificial intelligence, IoT implementations, big data analytics,
blockchain, automation, and smart infrastructure solutions. Mahesa actively manages and consults on digital transformation projects encompassing cloud migration, system implementation, security posture assessments, and Microsoft 365 deployments.
He holds numerous professional certifications, including CISSP, CCSP, CISM, and multiple Microsoft 365 certifications. Mahesa is recognised as an approved trainer by leading organisations such as PeopleCert, EC-Council, CompTIA, and Microsoft. His commitment to excellence earned him the 'Instructor Circle of Excellence Award 2018' from EC-Council for the Asia-Pacific region.
Mahesa regularly contributes to the digital transformation and cybersecurity community through pro bono talks and webinars, helping leaders navigate the Fourth Industrial Revolution with confidence. His extensive client portfolio demonstrates broad industry experience, having worked with major Malaysian government agencies including the Prime Minister's Office, Ministry of Youth & Sports, and National Sports Council, alongside prominent financial institutions such as HSBC Malaysia, SME Bank, and EXIM Bank.
His corporate clients span diverse sectors, including telecommunications companies like OMANTEL and Tele Yemen, multinational corporations, manufacturing organisations, and educational institutions ranging from Malaysian government universities to private colleges. This breadth of experience across government, private sector, and educational organisations has equipped him with deep insights into the varied digital transformation challenges facing dierent industries.
Training Agenda
Day One
Module 1: Introduction to IR4.0 and Digital Transformation
What is IR4.0? Evolution from Industry 1.0 to 4.0
Global trends and why digital transformation matters now
Case studies from government, manufacturing, services, and healthcare
Module 2: The Changing Digital Business Landscape
Shifting customer expectations and digital business models
Data as the new currency of business
Examples: Uber, Grab, Amazon, and Smart Manufacturing
Module 3: Leading Change in the Digital Era
Overcoming resistance to change
Leadership roles in digital transformation
Building digital agility and resilience
Day Two
Module 4: Cloud Computing
What is the cloud? (No servers, no jargon)
Benefits for cost, scalability, and remote work
Real-world examples: Microsoft 365, Google Workspace, AWS
Module 5: Big Data and Analytics
What is big data and why it matters to business
How data is used in decision-making, marketing, and customer service
