• Programme fee, inclusive SST, is 100% HRD Corp claimable. T&C applies. 
• Maximum 9 participants per company.
• Only Malaysian employees of registered contributors of HRD Corp are eligible for the above claim benefits.
• Participants must meet the 80% attendance requirement. 
• The final claimable amount is subject to HRD Corp’s approval.
• All other Terms & Conditions imposed by HRD Corp remained applicable for this program.

Open to Malaysian leaders of all sizes of MSMEs, including micro and start-ups, under HGHV & strategic sector. A business qualifies if it meets either one of these criteria (whichever is lower):

Priority is given to businesses with annual sales of at least RM5 million from HGHV sectors and strategic sectors under the New Industrial Master Plan 2030 (NIMP 2030). Participants co-fund 20% of training and participation costs.

Women entrepreneurs & Sabah/Sarawak-based MSMEs are strongly encouraged to apply!

NextLevel CEO prioritises MSMEs within HGHV sectors and strategic industries under NIMP 2030:

2026 *

Module 1: 1 - 3 Jul 
Module 2: 28 - 30 Jul
Module 3: 19 - 21 Aug
Module 4: 22 - 23 Sep
Capstone Project Submission: 12, 19 & 30 Oct
Graduation Ceremony: Nov 2026

* Program dates are subject to change. 

• Company application/registration form to participate in PRESTIGE NLC under the AI company 
• Business registration documents issued by the Companies Commission of Malaysia (SSM), the relevant local authority (for businesses in Sabah/Sarawak), or registration with a professional body 
• Audited financial statements (latest three years - complete sets) 
• Business license issued by the relevant local authority 
• Company profile 
• PMKS Status Certification (Certificate of MSME Acknowledgement) 
• SCORE Certificate/Result Letter (if applicable)

• Executive modules - In-person and online sessions spanning corporate governance, strategic leadership, digital transformation, ESG, global trade, and advanced business strategy
• Capstone Strategy Project - Develop a robust 5-year business plan with expert guidance
• Business Coaching Sessions - Dedicated business coaching sessions with industry mentors
• Business Performance Rating - SCORE business performance rating by SME Corp. Malaysia
• Post-programme Monitoring - Six-month post-programme impact monitoring
• Graduation - Graduation ceremony and certification

Through the NextLevel CEO programme, you will gain:

• Strategic Clarity - Walk away with a fully developed 5-year business plan built through structured coaching and the Capstone Strategy Project
• Performance Benchmarking - Identify operational gaps and unlock growth through the nationally recognised SCORE rating assessment
• Ecosystem Access - Gain eligibility for SME Corp Malaysia’s exclusive events, upscaling programmes, and HGHV strategic initiatives
• Leadership Edge - Sharpen strategic thinking through modules delivered by seasoned faculty and industry practitioners
• Strategic Networking - Connect with visionary peers, mentors, and industry leaders across high-growth sectors
• 80% Funding Support - Pay only 20% of the total programme cost. The remaining 80% is funded by SME Corp. Malaysia

1. Complete the NextLevel CEO registration form here.
2. Kindly ensure that you have compiled all relevant supporting documents prior to completing the online form. There will be a section in the form to upload the required documents.
3. Once your application is successful, an official notification letter ("Surat Makluman") will be issued by SME Corp. Malaysia.
4. Approved participants are required to pay the 20% of the total programme cost (RM1,966.60 before SST) before the program commences. An invoice will be sent to you by the ASB Finance team. 
5. Payment is via Telegraphic Transfer (TT) only. Please email a copy of the payment receipt to asbfinance@asb.edu.my.

Please contact NextLevelCEO@asb.edu.my with any enquiries relating to the NextLevel CEO Programme.