HRD awards 2023 celebrated 44 individuals, organisations, training providers, trainers, and employers dedicated to advancing the nation’s human capital development.
THE Human Resource Development Corporation (HRD Corp) recently hosted its HRD Awards 2023 – the nation’s highest recognition in the field of human capital development.
The 21st edition of the HRD Awards held at The Majestic Kuala Lumpur on Oct 31 celebrated 44 individuals, organisations, training providers, trainers, and employers dedicated to advancing the nation’s human capital development.
Established in 2001, the HRD Awards recognise employers, training providers and trainers who have demonstrated professional excellence in human resource development at organisational and national levels.“The HRD Awards is a superb platform, recognising companies that have not only been proactive in training their employees but have also designed innovative approaches to enhance their people’s management practices,” said guest-of-honour Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Fadillah Yusof.
‘The HRD Awards serves as a yardstick to measure the capabilities of our workforce against the global talent pool,’ said Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Fadillah Yusof.
“It serves as a yardstick to measure the capabilities of our workforce against the global talent pool, underlining Malaysia’s commitment in steering the growth of human capital development across the Asean region.”
This year saw a record-breaking number of award entry submissions, with an impressive 200% increase compared to the previous year.
“The Awards are a testament to HRD Corp’s commitment to honouring and promoting excellence in the workplace by emphasising the importance of fostering a culture of learning, development and continuous improvement,” said Human Resources Minister V. Sivakumar at the event.
“Tonight we are not just celebrating the finalists and winners, we are also recognising the efforts of all participating individuals and organisations who have made a positive difference to their workforce and workplace,” he said.
‘The awards are a testament to Hrd Corp’s commitment to honouring and promoting excellence in the workplace,’ said Human Resources Minister V. Sivakumar.
Panel of judges
The selection process for HRD Awards 2023 was carried out by a panel of 14 judges comprising eight internal experts from HRD Corp and six external experts.
The six external judges were Malaysian Employers Federation council member Datuk Dr Lim Weng Khuan, Federation of Malaysian Manufacturers council member Dr Helena Eian Yeut Lan, SME Corp Malaysia programme coordination division senior director Czarif Chai Abdullah, Sirim Bhd group chief people and culture officer Khairul Muphinora Mahizan, National Tech Association of Malaysia (PIKOM) chief executive officer Ong Kian Yew and Talentcorp industry partnership head Nor Asmahan Othman.
The judges’ diverse backgrounds from various sectors ensured a comprehensive and meticulous evaluation of the submissions – contributing to the awards’ credibility and prestige.
The criteria for evaluating employers included the highest training places against the number of employees, financial assistance against levy payment, levy utilisation, and other factors.
For training providers and trainers, factors like their involvement in training initiatives, quality of training programmes, and high ratings from trainees played pivotal roles in the selection process.
Award categories
This year’s HRD Awards featured a total of 44 winners, divided into three categories:
> Human Resources Minister Awards: This category recognises employers, training providers and trainers who have achieved excellence in national human capital development at the national level.
> Human Resource Development Corporation Awards: Honours the achievements of employers, training providers, and trainers in national human capital development at the regional level.
> Excellence Awards: This has nine sub-categories, including prestigious accolades such as the HR Team of The Year Award, Excellence in Learning Technology, and Excellence in Sustainable Development Goal.
Ghanim Al-Muftah, who was a plenary speaker at the National Human Capital Conference & Exhibition (NHCCE) 2023, was honoured for his inspirational achievements with the Special Award at the event.
Outstanding winners
The winners are remarkable individuals and organisations who have demonstrated unwavering commitment to human capital development and inspire others with their dedication.
Malayan Banking Berhad and Pos Malaysia Berhad were awarded for Excellence in Sustainable Development Goal.
“Receiving this award is a significant milestone for Pos Malaysia,” said Pos Malaysia head of sustainability Jared Ho.
“It validates our commitment to creating a positive impact on society and the environment as we embark on our sustainability journey.
“It encourages us to continue living our business purpose of connecting lives and businesses for a better tomorrow.”
The Excellence in Learning Technology award was shared by HSBC Electronic Data Processing (Malaysia) Sdn Bhd and Nexperia Malaysia Sdn Bhd.
“This award is a great honour and testament to our dedication to learning and talent development through technology,” said the Nexperia representative.
“It boosts our global visibility and reinforces our commitment to continuous improvement, a source of pride for our team. Congratulations to all our hardworking employees for this collective achievement.”
NHCCE 2023
The HRD Awards 2023 was held in conjunction with the National Human Capital Conference & Exhibition 2023 on Oct 30 and 31.
NHCCE 2023 tackled pressing challenges posed by talent shortages, technology advancements, and evolving work dynamics for both public and private sector organisations.
It served as a platform to strategise for navigating these disruptions, fostering personal and professional growth, and connecting with experts – aligning with the evolving global marketplace’s emphasis on efficiency, speed, innovation, and productivity in the workplace.
Notably, NHCCE 2023 was recognised by the Malaysia Book of Records as the largest-ever human capital event in the country based on total delegates and exhibitors.
For the complete list of HRD Awards 2023 recipients, visit the website
