Malaysia’s digital transformation took a giant leap forward with the introduction of Rocket Academy, a Singaporean live-online coding bootcamp making its official entry into the Malaysian market. As the Malaysian Digital Economy is projected to contribute 25.5% of the country’s GDP by 2025, the tech industry is experiencing unprecedented growth, with job vacancies increasing by 29.3% year-on-year.
Rocket Academy aims to address the rising demand for tech talent in Malaysia by providing high-quality training to individuals looking to switch careers or enter the tech industry. Catering to a diverse audience, from recent graduates to seasoned working adults, the academy also offers tech skills courses for enterprises seeking to upskill their workforce.
Rocket Academy, CEO Kai Yuan Neo highlighted the urgency of addressing the talent crunch in Malaysia: “More companies in Malaysia are looking to hire tech talent, leading to a talent crunch. Rocket Academy aims to address this, starting by training high-caliber software engineers here.”
To kickstart its presence in Malaysia, Rocket Academy offered a scholarship opportunity, providing a substantial 70% discount on coding bootcamp course fees for ten deserving Malaysian candidates. This initiative aims to empower individuals in their educational and career-switching journeys, addressing the growing demand for trained tech talent in the country.
Stashaway Co-founder and CTO, Nino Ulsamer expressed the need for candidates with a blend of engineering skills and solid product and business understanding. He encouraged career-switchers from coding schools to apply for openings, emphasising the valuable growth opportunities available.
Rocket Academy, with a track record of training over 1,500 individuals in coding, has helped more than 200 people transition to software engineering careers. Alumni of the academy benefit from exclusive networking opportunities, comprehensive interview preparation resources, and a high job placement rate. Over 90% of Rocket Academy’s job-seeking Bootcamp alumni receive job offers within six months from leading tech companies, accelerating their tech careers.
The academy’s unique focus on job-relevant skills, a curriculum designed for real-world applications, and a faculty of high-caliber teachers set Rocket Academy apart as a platform for rapid career growth in technology.
