MCKL College (Penang, Pykett Campus) marked another significant milestone in its commitment to industry engagement and student employability through the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with KODE Digital Sdn Bhd on 21 May 2026.
The signing ceremony brought together representatives from both organisations, with MCKL College represented by Dr Gerard Boey, Principal cum Academic Dean, while KODE Digital Sdn Bhd was represented by Mr Willy Tan, Sales and Marketing Director. The signing was witnessed by Dr Vivien Ting, Head of Academic at MCKL College (Penang, Pykett Campus), and Ms Koh Bei Xian, Project Director of KODE Digital Sdn Bhd.
This partnership reflects a shared commitment to bridging the gap between academic learning and industry practice, particularly within the rapidly evolving fields of business, digital technology, and computing.
The collaboration is expected to create valuable internship opportunities for students from the Business and Computing Department, allowing them to gain practical industry experience and develop workplace-ready skills. Through these internship placements, students will have the opportunity to apply theoretical knowledge acquired in the classroom to real-world projects and business challenges, thereby enhancing both their professional competencies and career readiness.
In addition to internship opportunities, the partnership opens avenues for future industry-academia collaboration, including knowledge-sharing initiatives, industry engagement activities, and potential joint projects that will benefit both students and academic staff. Such collaborations play a vital role in ensuring that academic programmes remain relevant and responsive to current industry needs and expectations.
MCKL College remains committed to fostering strong relationships with industry partners as part of its ongoing efforts to provide students with meaningful learning experiences and clear pathways to successful careers. The partnership with KODE Digital Sdn Bhd represents another important step in preparing graduates with the skills, knowledge, and industry exposure necessary to thrive in an increasingly competitive and digitalised workforce.