Twenty-two technical and vocational education training professionals from the region completed a hybrid programme on leadership skills and received certificates at a ceremony yesterday.
Six Bruneian participants received their certificates, alongside 16 regional participants who attended the ceremony virtually.
The five-day ‘21st Century Leadership Skills for TVET Leaders’ programme aimed to equip regional professionals with skills required to foster innovation, inclusivity and adaptability within their institutions as well as learn and share best practices.
The programme was developed by the Southeast Asian Ministers of Education Organisation for Vocational and Technical Education and Training (SEAMEO Voctech) Regional Centre.
SEAMEO Voctech Centre Director Haji Norjimee Jenek said participants have honed strategic thinking and decision-making skills during the programme while also fostering collaboration and driving change that will undoubtedly propel their institutions toward greater excellence and impact.
Deputy High Commissioner of Singapore to Brunei Darussalam Shaun Grosse, the guest of honour, said there is a need for capable leaders to navigate the forthcoming challenges within the TVET sector.
He also acknowledged the centre’s contributions, particularly through initiatives like the training programme to ensure the ASEAN workforce is future-ready.
With improved skills and understanding of 21st Century leadership principles, the training participants can use strategic thinking to address challenges in TVET leadership effectively. – Rokiah Mahmud
