20 - 23 Oct 2026
Date
9:00 AM - 5:00PM
Time
RM 18,000*
(USD 4,500*)
In-Person
Format
Overview
As the global economic center of gravity decisively shifts, Southeast Asia (ASEAN) has emerged as the critical frontier for global enterprises seeking resilient growth and supply chain diversification. Positioned at the very heart of this dynamic region, Malaysia serves as the premier strategic hub, offering a robust infrastructure, mature capital markets, and a highly competitive business environment.
However, successful market entry demands more than simply relocating assets. It requires navigating a complex tapestry of localized regulations, diverse cultural nuances, and unique institutional landscapes. Fragmented information is no longer sufficient for the high-stakes decisions facing today’s global C-suite.
To bridge this gap, the Asia School of Business (ASB) introduces “Gateway to Malaysia” - an immersive executive program designed exclusively for visionary global business leaders. Rooted in rigorous academic frameworks and deeply connected to local policy and business ecosystems, this program transcends traditional study tours to deliver a cohesive, actionable blueprint for regional expansion.
- Gain a macro-level understanding of Southeast Asia’s transformation, regional integration, and Malaysia’s strategic value as a gateway to the region
- Identify real, long-term growth opportunities across key sectors, including manufacturing, digital platforms, the energy transition, the halal economy, and Islamic finance
- Examine practical considerations around entry models, taxation, compliance, infrastructure, talent, localization, and cross-cultural execution
- Engage with policymakers, academics, industry leaders, and practitioners to test assumptions, sharpen judgment, and make informed decisions on market entry, investment, and regional expansion
Program Faculty
Zeti Akhtar Aziz
Founding Chair and Co-chair Malaysia Former Governor, Central Bank of Malaysia
Joseph Cherian
CEO, President, Dean, and Distinguished Professor
Melati Nungsari
Associate Professor II of Economics, Deputy CEO and Deputy Dean of Research and Academics, Faculty Director of ASEAN Research Center (ARC)
Shardul Phadnis
Professor of Operations and Supply Chain Management
Philip John Whittaker
Adjunct Senior Lecturer
Scott Hensarling
Adjunct Faculty, ASB | Co-founder of Pemalyst Advisory
Hairol Ariffein Sahari
Adjunct Faculty, ASB | Halal Economic Strategist, Former CEO of Halal Development Corporation
Lu Xi
Adjunct Faculty, ASB | Political Economist
Terence Siau
Senior Director and CEO Advisor, former Country General Manager of Sea Group Malaysia
Jacob Lee Chor Kok
President, Federation of Malaysian Manufacturers (FMM)
Shawn Luo
Managing Partner, Laurel Venture Capital
Lim Sheh Ting
Partner, Rosli Dahlan Saravana Partnership (RDS) | Expert in Cross-Border Investment, Regulatory Compliance, and AI Infrastructure
20 - 23 Oct
2026
Gateway to Malaysia
In-person
RM 18,000*
* USD Pricing is indicative pricing.
* All fees are invoiced in Malaysian Ringgit (RM). USD amounts are shown for reference only and will vary based on the prevailing exchange rate at the time of payment.
* Excludes Sales & Service Tax (8%).
* Fees include in-program accommodation at ASB’s Campus.
