BeST 2.0

A 6 months PLACE, TRAIN & HIRE programme and designed to enhance the employability of graduate by equipping them with specialized skills and knowledge of real-life industry-work experience at Host Companies in the biotechnology industry.

  • Agbiotechnology & Food Security
  • Healthcare BIO & Wellness
  • Biopharmaceutical
  • BioIndustrial
  • Circular Economy

It will expose the graduates to industry-led skills and technical knowledge, helping them to develop leadership skills and personal experience. The programme is in line with NBP 2.0 Strategic Thrust 2: RDI & Talent, Strategy 2: Nurture and Sustain Industry-Oriented Talent. The Policy goal is to develop a competent and adaptive industry-driven workforce and talent for the biotechnology industry.

Candidate criterias

  • Malaysian
  • 21 – 33 years old
  • Diploma/Bachelor Degree/Master/PhD of relevant disciplines
  • Fresh graduate or work experience not exceeding 2 years

 

For Host Companies

Monthly Allowance

Monthly allowance for BeST 2.0 candidate (paid by Bioeconomy Corporation via host company payroll)

ON-THE-JOB PLACEMENT

Transfer of essential skills and competencies
for workplace performance

Talent Matching

Pre-screening of candidates

For Candidates

KNOWLEDGE

Gain knowledge of company's operational
and back-end processes

SOFT AND TECHNICAL SKILLS

Participate in training/courses that improve soft skills to enhance your capabilities

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

The chance to integrate into host companies is available, upon programme completion