As part of the Japan-supported ERIS Talent Class (ETC) program conducted at the Malaysia-Japan International Institute of Technology (MJIIT), selected sessions will be offered as special open lectures for members of Japanese companies operating in Malaysia.
This is a rare opportunity for companies to directly observe how promising young talent is being trained to become future contributors to Japanese-affiliated organizations. At the same time, the themes of the sessions are highly practical and relevant for business professionals as well.
【Industry-Academia Collaboration × Practical Education × Corporate Participation】 These open lectures represent a real-time collaboration site between students, academia, and industry. Not only can participants witness students in action, but they will also gain practical knowledge that can be applied in their own operations.
We especially welcome those who are considering internships or new graduate hires, or those involved in talent development and organizational growth. Please take this opportunity to visit MJIIT and experience the frontlines of practical education.
■【Date & Time】: Tuesday, April 22, 2025 – starting from 14:00
＜Class 1＞ 14:00– AI for Business Efficiency (Language: English)
Lecturer: Mr. Chong Soon Yong
In today’s rapidly evolving business environment, AI is becoming essential for improving productivity and optimizing work processes. In this session, Mr. Yong, President of the Malaysia AI & Robotics Association (MyAIRA) and a leading figure in the AI industry, will share practical examples of AI adoption in businesses — along with their outcomes and challenges. This session is relevant not only for students, but also for corporate participants seeking ideas for business improvement and digital transformation (DX).
＜Class 2＞ 16:00– Problem-Solving Skills in the Real Business Environment (Language: English + partial Japanese)
Lecturer: Dr. Satoshi Tachibana (Profile)
This session will focus on the core business competency of problem-solving. Participants will learn practical frameworks such as logical thinking and root cause analysis, based on real-world examples. It will also address strategic decision-making that balances short-term fixes with long-term solutions to complex issues within organizations. A dialogue segment with Mr. Yong is also planned.
■【Venue】:
MJIIT Building, 6th Floor, Room 56.01 (Lecture Room 14) = Bilik Kuliah 14 (06.56.01)
Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (UTM)
Jalan Sultan Yahya Petra, Kampung Datuk Keramat, 54100 Kuala Lumpur＜Access＞
■【Target Participants】:
Executives, HR managers, and department leaders of Japanese companies (both Japanese and Malaysian nationals)
■【Participation Fee】:
○ Free of charge
【Registration】
Inquiries: ERIS
Website：https://www.tachibana.asia
