Progressive Acceleration for Capability & Employability
ABOUT PACE
The Progressive Acceleration for Capability & Employability (PACE) is a national fund with a total allocation of RM100 million and comprises ten (10) strategic programmes.
The package was announced by the Prime Minister of Malaysia, YAB Dato’ Seri Anwar Ibrahim together with the Minister of Human Resources, YB Dato’ Sri Ramanan Ramakrishnan. It demonstrates the government’s commitment through the Ministry of Human Resources (KESUMA) and HRD Corp to accelerate human capital development, strengthen employability and ensure an inclusive work transformation under the Malaysia MADANI framework.
Focusing on future skills, new work opportunities and support for underserved communities, PACE serves as the main driver in building a Malaysian workforce that is competitive, skilled and ready for global challenges.
Objectives
PACE is mobilised to empower Malaysians through skills development, employability and workforce resilience.
- Targeted Investments: Channelling funds to strategic programmes with maximum impact.
- Overall Capabilities: Building future skills and empowering talents from diverse backgrounds.
- Measurable Outcomes: Driving marketability, productivity and the nation’s economic growth.
- National Impact: Fostering competitiveness and strengthening Malaysia’s position on the global stage.
Strategic Programmes
PACE offers several initiatives including:
VETRI MADANI
RM10 million to empower the Indian community through vocational training.
DAYA
RM10 million for the human capital development of youth and young talents.
ELEVATE
RM10 million to empower MSMEs through value-added training.
DIGITAL
RM10 million to build an inclusive generation in technology and innovation.
BORNEO
RM10 million to create job opportunities for the native communities in Sabah and Sarawak.
NUSA
RM15 million to develop national skills.
GTB (Gig to Business)
NADI
FEATURED PROGRAMMES
ABOUT NADI
- NADI aims to strengthen the workforce through demand-driven training that addresses current and future skills needs, enhances employability and develops a competitive, future-ready talent pool responsive to industry, technological and economic developments.
OBJECTIVES
- To strengthen workforce skills, competencies and professional capabilities in line with current and emerging industry needs.
- To develop a competitive and future-ready talent pool capable of adapting to technological, economic and industry developments.
- To address critical skills needs through targeted, industry-relevant training programmes.
TARGET GROUP
- Malaysian citizens aged 16 years and above from target groups aligned with the programme's skills need and objectives.
COURSE SCOPE
The proposed programme is open to a broad range of course areas that aligned with the programme objectives, target group needs and intended outcomes.
Certification Level
- Certificate of Attendance
- Professional Certificate
PROPOSAL
SUBMISSION
Open from 5 October 2026
ABOUT NUSA
- NUSA is a leadership and community empowerment initiative designed to bridge the gap between national development efforts and public participation. It achieves this through an innovative and integrated ecosystem of structured programmes at the national level.
OBJECTIVES
- To strengthen public understanding of national development initiatives.
- To promote ethical leadership values and good governance.
- To empower communities through workforce and economic awareness.
- To develop a more informed, resilient, and future-ready society.
TARGET GROUP
- Malaysian citizens aged 16 years old and above.
COURSE SCOPES
Training programmes under NUSA must support the initiative’s objectives and cover leadership development, governance and integrity awareness workforce transformation and empowerment, future economy readiness, as well as interactive public engagement.
Certification Level
- Certificate of Participation
PROPOSAL
SUBMISSION
Open from 6 August to 31 Disember 2026
ABOUT DAYA
- DAYA aims to empower youth by enhancing employability, strengthening workforce readiness and increasing employment opportunities through relevant skills, industry knowledge and practical competencies aligned with current labour market needs.
OBJECTIVES
- To support youth employability and strengthen the future talent pipeline.
- To address the mismatch between education and industry needs while improving job readiness.
- To promote inclusive talent development, particularly for youths from diverse and underserved backgrounds.
TARGET GROUP
- Malaysian youth aged 15 to 30 years old.
COURSE SCOPE
Proposed training programmes must align with the priorities of the 13th Malaysia Plan (RMK-13), focus on industry-driven technical courses that address current workforce demands, strengthen future workforce capabilities, support digitalisation, enhance productivity and meet the needs of high-value industries.
Certification Level
- Certificate of Attendance
- Professional Certificate
PROPOSAL
SUBMISSION
Open from 6 August to 19 August 2026
ABOUT DIGITAL
- DIGITAL aims to enhance Malaysians’ competencies in digital and strategic technologies to meet future industry needs and develop a highly skilled workforce, ready to adapt to technological change, in line with the nation's digitalisation aspirations and the Fourth Industrial Revolution (IR 4.0) agenda.
OBJECTIVES
- To upskill and reskill Malaysia's existing workforce with relevant digital skills to improve competitiveness and workplace adaptability.
- To strengthen the future workforce pipeline by improving the employability of unemployed Malaysians through relevant digital skills that meet industry needs.
TARGET GROUP
- Malaysian citizens aged 21 to 50 years old.
COURSE SCOPE
Programmes must align with RMK-13 priorities in supporting Malaysia’s transition towards a high-income economy driven by digitalisation, innovation and AI technologies. Courses should strengthen the national digital workforce through talent development and industry-relevant upskilling to improve adaptability, career progression and bridge the nation’s digital skills gap.
Certification Level
- Certificate of Participation
- Professional Certificate
PROPOSAL
SUBMISSION
Open from 6 August to 19 August 2026
ABOUT BORNEO
- BORNEO aims to strengthen the workforce in Sabah and Sarawak by enhancing career mobility and developing a future-ready talent pipeline that meets current industry needs.
OBJECTIVES
- To strengthen the skills, competencies and professional capabilities of local and rural communities, including vulnerable groups in Sabah and Sarawak.
- To increase economic participation, income stability and financial resilience among rural communities and vulnerable groups in Sabah and Sarawak.
- To enhance productivity and sustainability in sustainable agriculture, fisheries and aquaculture, the blue economy, technical services, rural entrepreneurship and other related sectors.
- To improve regional competitiveness and resilience by developing a skilled workforce that supports long-term economic transformation and sustainability goals.
TARGET GROUP
- Malaysian citizens aged 18 to 50 years old who are from or currently residing in Sabah or Sarawak.
COURSE SCOPE
Programmes must align with (RMK-13), focusing on industry-driven and demand-oriented skills development to address current and future workforce needs. Training should support strategic sectors, including sustainable agriculture, fisheries and aquaculture, the blue economy, technical services, rural entrepreneurship and other sectors that contribute to higher productivity, stronger economic resilience and inclusive regional development in Sabah and Sarawak.
Certification Level
- Certificate of Participation
- Professional Certificate
PROPOSAL
SUBMISSION
Open from 6 August to 19 August 2026
ABOUT GTB
- GTB aims to help Malaysian gig workers move beyond low-paying, unstable gig jobs by developing their business and financial skills. Through targeted training programmes, GTB equips participants with practical knowledge to increase income, build sustainable businesses and transition into higher-value economic opportunities.
OBJECTIVES
- To enhance the skills, competencies and professionalism of gig workers to support their transition into higher-income activities.
- To equip gig workers with the knowledge and tools required to improve income stability.
- To support the transformation of gig workers into micro-entrepreneurs and aspiring SME founders through business capability development and market expansion.
TARGET GROUP
- Malaysian gig workers aged 16 to 65 years old.
COURSE SCOPE
Programmes must align with RMK-13 priorities, with an emphasis on industry-driven technical courses to strengthen the future workforce, support digitalisation, enhance productivity and meet the needs of high-value industries.
Certification Level
- Certificate of Participation
- Professional Certificate
PROPOSAL
SUBMISSION
Open from 6 August to 19 August 2026
VETRI MADANI
VETRI MADANI aims to uplift the Malaysian Indian community by enhancing skills, improving career mobility and strengthening workforce readiness through targeted training programmes.
- Funding for VETRI MADANI initiative is fully allocated. Successful applicants will be notified via email.
OUTCOME
- Employability enhancement
- Upskilling and reskilling
TARGET GROUPS
- Malaysian Indian community
- Individuals from 16 to 50 years old
SCOPE OF COURSES
Proposed programmes must align with RMK-13 priorities and are of high industry demand, particularly in strengthening future workforce capabilities, enhancing productivity, accelerating digital adoption and supporting high-value industries.
The programme offers a wide range of courses on:
- Competency-Based Training
- Professional Certifications
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ELEVATE
ELEVATE aims to empower local micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs) to help them bridge productivity and scalability gaps through the right training programmes.
- Funding for ELEVATE initiative is fully allocated. Successful applicants will be notified via email.
OUTCOME
- Increased business scalability
- Enhanced productivity and competitiveness
- Better adoption of technology
TARGET GROUPS
- Micro, small and medium enterprises
- Enterprises with less than 75 local employees
- Family-run traditional businesses
SCOPE OF COURSES
Proposed programmes must align with RMK-13 priorities, especially in strengthening competitiveness, productivity and scalability of MSMEs through the aspects below, with the goals of having measurable business outcomes and supporting the formalisation and growth of MSMEs.
- Digitisation and technology adoption
- Business management and strategic planning
- Operational excellence and quality management
- Workforce development
- Market development with an emphasis on capacity building
The programme offers a wide range of courses on:
- Competency-Based Training
- Professional Certifications
