Kota Kinabalu, Sabah | 15 July 2026

AMC University College (AMC UC) has officially signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Sabah Business Development Association (SBDA), marking the beginning of a strategic partnership to strengthen collaboration between academia and industry while nurturing future-ready talent.

The MoU was signed by Mr. Lo Ching Yung, Chief Executive Officer of AMC University College, and Mr. Lee Chun Wai, Founding President of the Sabah Business Development Association, witnessed by representatives from both organisations.

This partnership reflects a shared commitment to creating meaningful opportunities for students, professionals, and the business community through closer cooperation in education and workforce development.

Under the Memorandum of Understanding, AMC University College and SBDA will collaborate in various areas, including:

  • Professional education and training programmes
  • Industry engagement and business networking
  • Job placement and career development initiatives
  • Resource sharing and knowledge exchange
  • Joint seminars, forums, workshops, and industry visits
  • Academic-industry collaboration to enhance graduate employability

The collaboration aims to bridge the gap between education and industry by equipping students with practical knowledge, industry exposure, and relevant skills that meet the evolving needs of today’s workforce. Through this partnership, both organisations aspire to contribute to Sabah’s economic growth by developing highly skilled and competent graduates.

Widely Featured by the Media

The signing ceremony received extensive media attention and was featured by several leading Chinese-language newspapers in Malaysia, highlighting the importance of the collaboration between AMC University College and SBDA.

The partnership was reported by:

  • Sin Chew Daily (星洲日报)
  • See Hua Daily News (诗华日报)
  • United Daily News (联合日报)
  • Asia Times (亚洲时报)

The widespread media coverage reflects the growing recognition of the importance of stronger collaboration between higher education institutions and industry in driving talent development, innovation, and sustainable economic growth in Sabah.

AMC University College sincerely appreciates the support from the media and looks forward to working closely with SBDA to deliver impactful initiatives that benefit students, industry partners, and the wider community.

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