Applications for Undergraduate Excellence and Tertiary Bursary programmes are NOW OPEN from 1st to 31st March 2023.
THRIVE
Amir Afiq - The Growth Mindset
YSD THRIVE-Future Leaders
YSD THRIVE-Rising Talent
The Growth Mindset
WECARE4U
YSD E-Learning
Business / Social Science related courses:
Engineering and Technology related courses:
Architecture & Built Environment related courses:
Science / Agriculture related courses:
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YSD accepts any fields of study except for medicine.
Industry partner : JPPKK, Ministry of Higher Education
Industry partner : Sime Darby Industrial Academy
Certificate in Heavy Equipment Programme
Professional Certificate (PROCERT) Programme
Industry partner : CIDB Holdings Sdn. Bhd.
Employees Education Programme (EEP)
Sime Darby employees who are currently studying and those who are interested to pursue diploma, undergraduate or postgraduate studies locally on a part-time basis are invited to apply for a scholarship.
Fields of study that are related to three companies businesses, subject to approval from the respective Human Resource Department of three companies.
YSD welcomes candidates who are currently studying; and those who have obtained firm or conditional offer from; any recognised Malaysian higher learning institutions that are approved by the Malaysian Qualifications Agency (MQA).
2 years at any of three companies upon completion of studies.
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Employees’ Children Education Programme (ECEP)
Yayasan Sime Darby invites Sime Darby employees’ children who will commence tertiary education in September 2024 and first-year students to apply for a bursary to pursue their academic dreams at any recognised Malaysian higher learning institutions.
YSD accepts any fields of study except for medicine.
YSD welcomes candidates who are currently studying; and those who have obtained firm or conditional offer from any recognised Malaysian higher learning institutions that are approved by the Malaysian Qualifications Agency (MQA).
This bursary award covers tuition fees, living and book allowances up to a maximum amount of RM15,000 per year.
Successful employees’ children will have the opportunity to undergo YSD THRIVE – Rising Talent, a wholesome learning experience specially designed for our Bursary and TVET scholars, including tailored employability skills training, wellness support, mentoring, industry meetups, volunteerism and access to an e-learning platform.
Note: Scholarship monies will be disbursed upon execution of scholarship agreement.
Bursary recipients are not required to serve a scholarship bond at the three companies.
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Master of Business Administration (MBA).
Asia School of Business (ASB).
The scholarship covers course fees inclusive of academic fees, enrolment deposit, book allowance, thesis allowance, on-campus accommodation for the residency weeks, 3-week MIT Sloan immersion, as well as flight, meals and other related expenses for the MIT Sloan immersion.
"Yayasan Sime Darby has radically altered the trajectory of my life, as well as the lives of so many other fortunate scholars. It is difficult enough to attain a position to study in the University of Oxford, the oldest university in the anglosphere, and YSD has helped bridge the last gap I had to cross. Personally knowing friends who have given up similar positions due to financial reasons, I am only able to be here thanks to the YSD Excellence Scholarship Programme. The scholarship has also motivated me to maintain my involvement in super-curricular and extra-curricular activities to boost my credentials including volunteering to do some research for my professors and remaining active in Model United Nations in both the UK and Malaysia."
"Being a YSD scholar has helped me shift my mindset to place importance on giving back to the community. This past March, I was selected to be emcee for YSD’s annual International Women’s Day event. After doing vigorous research on issues like domestic abuse and sexual harassment, as well as collaborating with a group of inspiring women, I realised that in these discussions about very real hardships that plague women day in and day out, I was playing a role in spreading awareness amongst the hundreds of people watching us live. YSD gave me this inspirational experience and it has been a catalyst for me to continue volunteering even whilst I’m in the UK, where I’ve begun working with disabled children. The scholarship has thus allowed me to spend some of my time being part of an active cause; putting people first and volunteering."
"Throughout my scholarship, I am becoming more aware of current issues such as the importance of empowerment and adapting to difficult circumstances. YSD has provided opportunities to attend many awareness talks in various areas of which I would previously not be aware of or be interested in. I even participated in the #YSDChooseToChallenge social media campaign because I believe more people should empower women in their daily lives. Additionally, YSD has also provided ways in helping me with my Integrated Design Project. This project was mentored by Dyson and our task was to build a surveillance system to help dementia patients living independently in their homes. Through YSD THRIVE – Future Leaders, YSD provides their scholars with access to the Udemy e-learning platform which gave me access to courses in programming and machine learning for the project."
"The bursary is special to me because aside from providing financial support, the scholars have also been nurtured with various programmes like the English Preparation Programme and Nurturing Development Programmes. These programmes have improved my English proficiency and enhanced my communication, presentation, critical thinking and management skills, among others. These programmes have also built my confidence which has driven my appetite for success in my academic career through participating in the International Innovation, Design and Articulation (i-IDeA) competition with my Final Year Project where I won the Gold and Special Award. I am thankful for YSD for the academic and post-academic opportunities and exposures given to me."
"The YSD bursary has helped me in developing and growing my thought process, perception of the world, attitudes and behaviour. The financial support has enabled me to focus on bringing out my best abilities in the area I’m studying. I also received valuable information and advice from experienced professionals from various companies such as KPMG, Maybank, PwC, CIMB through YSD’s own FriYAY Talk series. Additionally, YSD has given me the opportunity to acquire new knowledge and skills through the Udemy e-learning platform, where I had access to learning about photography, keyboard piano and more. This variety in learning has given me the confidence to start my own business as well as explore career opportunities. Moreover, YSD scholarship helps me to get special attention from employers whenever applying for a job."
"This education bursary has opened many doors of opportunity for me in furthering my studies in tertiary level education. YSD also help me participate in many networking settings. First, I get to meet other remarkable scholars from all parts of Malaysia. Their background stories and present achievements push me to further my performance socially and academically. Second, YSD bursary exposes me to various possible career opportunities through their active collaborative events. I feel assured and hopeful about my future with the YSD bursary as it has pushed me to be the best version of myself despite my visual condition."
"Getting the YSD bursary nurtured my resilience and persistence in managing my time at university. On top of the financial support as part of the scholarship, we as YSD Scholars were privy to a breadth of other areas of support. YSD conducted programmes and provided tips during my bursary tenure to be well prepared to build my career. In particular, a most memorable experience was being selected to be a YSD THRIVE speaker to share inspirational stories with fellow YSD Scholars at the launch of the event. Preparing for and being a recipient of the scholarship has encouraged me to grow in non-academic areas as well and despite my visual impairment, I have proven to myself and others that I can still excel not only in academics but also in leadership as well as in sports."
"Yayasan Sime Darby gave me the chance to study chemical engineering at Imperial College London, which is among the most prestigious science and engineering universities in the United Kingdom and globally. This excellence scholarship and degree allowed for many amazing opportunities during my studies and after. My tertiary education continues to open doors for me to this day.
Just last year, Yayasan Sime Darby again paved the way by giving me an opportunity to progress my career with a scholarship to the Asia School of Business in collaboration with the prestigious MIT Sloan. I am currently enjoying my second semester of the MBA for Working Professionals programme. It has been a fulfilling journey as I am constantly learning and being exposed to best practice in new disciplines. I will be headed to Boston soon for the MIT trek, which is a core component of this MBA programme."
YSD EXCELLENCE PROGRAMME
Bachelor of Actuarial Science, University of Malaya
"The programme has helped me THRIVE to achieve my goals and contribute back to the nation and society. As an individual who is constantly curious about self-improvement, the access to the Udemy e-Learning platform is a great go-to place. I have explored courses in the fields of finance, programming languages, motivation, mental health and personal branding, which heightened my determination to become the best version of myself. For me, the E in THRIVE also now stands for being Educated, Excellent and Empowered!"
"I never thought that I would ever become a YSD scholar and be granted a YSD scholarship. Being a YSD scholar has enhanced my emotional intelligence and self-awareness. For me, the YSD THRIVE Programme - “Rising Talent Mentoring” - is the most valuable aspect of #WECARE4U. From the scheduled virtual mentoring sessions with HR and business leaders, I was able to seek useful career guidance, and through the knowledge and skills I gained from #WECARE4U, I was able to pursue my internship as a Software Engineer Trainee at a multinational company."
"YSD THRIVE has widened my perspective and enhanced my understanding of new and diverse causes such as orphanage care and native wildlife. I also had the opportunity to moderate a session for the YSD International Women's Day celebration with a guest speaker, Y.M. Raja Azura Raja Mahayuddin, on women's leadership roles, which has helped me better relate to women in the world of corporate business. I am confident that this experience will be valuable for my education and future employment."
Yong Cheng Ling
Bachelor of Science in Quantity Surveying, Universiti Sains Malaysia
"The YSD scholarship provided me with a lot of opportunities to boost my skills through the numerous talks and workshops I attended under the YSD THRIVE programme. The most priceless experience was when I, along with a team of fellow scholars, participated in organising the 8-month Save the Sun Bears fundraising project in collaboration with the Bornean Sun Bear Conservation Centre, which successfully garnered about 3,000 public views. The YSD THRIVE programme has provided me with an excellent platform to nurture and unleash my potential."
Mas Nur Jannah binti Maskop
Bachelor of Communication, Universiti Putra Malaysia
"#WECARE4U’s monthly mindset and spiritual resilience workshop has enabled me to rediscover life in my quest towards finding inner peace. I have received meaningful advice on how to express and manage my lifestyle, thoughts, emotions and actions to create an impact for myself and the people around me. I personally think that many people need this programme, which is full of love and care, to build our personalities, strength and leadership skills. It is not an easy task, but it is one that can be accomplished with courage through the process of learning."
Jeremy Chong Tien Shing
Bachelor of Science (Hons) (Accounting and Finance), City University Malaysia
"The YSD THRIVE Programme has shaped me into a strategic visionary, especially in initiating projects and achieving my passion, and I am very grateful for this. It started with FriYAY Talks involving 14 companies and fun games that has now progressed to YSD’s in-house #WECARE4U! The most valuable aspect of the initiative was the guidance on understanding and maintaining mental strength via #innerpeace and #resilienceinme. Mental resilience is pivotal in our society, and this aspect has helped me go through the challenges I encountered in the workforce after completing my degree. Thank you YSD!"
