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Exploratory Issues and Challenges in Strengthening the Governance of Rural Development Training in Malaysia

Year: 2025

Type: article

Abstract: Efficient management of training programs within a public training institution necessitates systematic planning and execution to attain program objectives and ensure substantial impacts on participants. Despite the aspirations for a rural institution in Malaysia to become a comprehensive training center of excellence, a review of its performance from 2016 to 2020 revealed a shortfall in reaching benchmark standards. This study employs qualitative methods, including document analysis, focus groups, and interviews, to identify and address issues and challenges affecting the governance of training programs at a rural training institution in Bangi, Malaysia. The findings highlight 18 key challenges, such as inefficient human resource management, program success weaknesses, and the absence of a long-term strategic plan. The study recommends developing a comprehensive Strategic Training Plan, enhancing coordination and communication, establishing systematic participant selection processes, updating and maintaining training modules, reducing reliance on external experts, and improving financial allocation strategies. These insights provide valuable guidance for enhancing the management of rural training centers. dedicated to human capital training and research, serving as a reference and benchmark for improvement.

Source: Kajian Malaysia

DOI: 10.21315/km2025.43.1.5

Authors: Sharifah Syahirah, Nisrin Ishak, Marsila Ahmad

Institution: Universiti Poly-Tech Malaysia

Language: English

Topic: Public Administration in Developing Nations

Subfield: Political Science and International Relations

Field: Social Sciences

Domain: Social Sciences

SDGs: Quality education, Peace, justice, and strong institutions

Open Access status: diamond

Funder: Majlis Amanah Rakyat