7 Factors Why Your HRDC Claims Are Getting Rejected

Under the PSMB Act 2001, a mandatory levy is imposed on registered employers by The Human Resources Development Corporation (HRDC). This levy fund is then used to reimburse employers for costs incurred under various training schemes – a great opportunity for employers to upskill their employees with minimal financial burden. However, some employers end up…
Checklist: What to Look for in a Muslim Tour to Thailand

“It is He who made the earth tame for you – so walk among its slopes and eat of His provision – and to Him is the resurrection.” – (Surah Al-Mulk, 67:15) Travelling can expand our mind, nurture the soul, and reconnect us with Allah’s creations. However, there are a few valid questions to be…
For Employers: How To Submit Your HRDC Claim in 5 Steps

What is HRDC and How Does the Claim Process Work? HRDC Logo. Credit: TalentStore If you’ve been in the workforce, chances are you’ve heard of HRDC – but what is that? The Human Resource Development Corporation (HRDC) operates under the Ministry of Human Resources Malaysia and is governed by the Pembangunan Sumber Manusia Berhad Act…
3 Common Mistakes to Avoid When Booking a Resort in Redang

“This hotel have no private beach and no near to other beaches.. i spent 3 nights here and i felt pointless, and i cannot wait to go back home..” – NazzAbdullah, Johor Bahru, Tripadvisor Planning a trip to Redang Island? We get it – the amazing beautiful islands and refresh clear waters…
Top 5 Convenient Team Building Venues in Klang Valley for Easy, Local Retreats

Team building. Credit: Bright Ideas Event Agency “Coming together is a beginning. Keeping together is progress. Working together is success.”- Henry Ford Team building and its Importance Team building helps strengthen collaboration, improve communication, and boost morale — all essential for a productive work environment. For companies registered under the Human Resource Development…
Southwest Monsoon: Beat the Heat and Head East

When you hear ‘monsoon season in Malaysia’, you probably picture heavy rains, massive floods and disappointing holidays. Well, you’re partially right. Malaysia actually has two monsoon seasons – the southwest monsoon (dry), which runs from May to September, and the northeast monsoon (wet), which runs from November to March. Despite being considered a monsoon, the…
New Package Showcase: The Boathouse Pulau Tioman

Exciting news! Holidaygogogo has just launched new packages featuring The Boathouse Tioman, a resort offering secluded tranquillity right on the pristine shores of Tioman Island. The Boathouse Tioman Wake up in paradise. Image credit: TBPT The Boathouse Tioman offers guests the perfect opportunity to escape to a secluded paradise. Stay at kampung-inspired accommodations, designed after…
Let’s Talk HRDC: Debunking Common Misconceptions

What Does HRDC Mean and What Is It? The Human Resource Development Corporation (HRDC) operates under the Ministry of Human Resources and is governed by the Pembangunan Sumber Manusia Berhad Act 2001. This corporation is responsible for managing the levy funds used to develop and upskill the Malaysian workforce through claimable training opportunities. FYI: In…
Want to Win RM1,000? – Holidaygogogo is Giving Out TNG eWallet Cash Prizes

Got a folder full of travel photos of Malaysia? Join Holidaygogogo’s My Malaysia Travel Adventure: Share & Win Travel Contest for a chance to win a RM1,000 Touch ‘N Go cash prize via Duit Now. Whether it’s island hopping in East Malaysia or exploring the urban cities of Peninsular Malaysia, we want to see your…
4 Days of Must Go Places in Sabah

“Sabah, often called the ‘Land Below The Wind’, is a state rich in culture, history and natural beauty.” The origin of its name remains uncertain, with theories linking it to local bananas, the Malay word for palm sugar extraction and the Arabic word for “morning”. The people of Sabah, known as Sabahans, consist of 33…