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The Nexpath Academy
Nexpath Academy Sdn Bhd is a JPK-accredited Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) centre committed to developing skilled professionals for a sustainable and future-ready workforce.
Our academy specialises in industry-driven, competency-based training, with a strong focus on sustainability, ESG and green skills. Through programmes in Carbon Accounting, Sustainability Reporting and other emerging industry competencies, we aim to equip learners with practical knowledge and skills aligned with evolving industry needs.
At Nexpath Academy, we believe that effective skills development goes beyond classroom learning. Our programmes integrate structured training, real-world applications and industry expertise to develop competent professionals capable of addressing workplace challenges.
Guided by national skills standards and a commitment to continuous improvement, we strive to bridge the gap between education and industry, empowering individuals and organisations to thrive in a rapidly evolving economy.
- Deliver Industry-Relevant TVET Education
Provide quality, competency-based training aligned with national skills standards and evolving industry requirements. - Develop Skilled & Future-Ready Professionals
Equip learners with practical knowledge, technical competencies and job-ready skills to enhance employability and career advancement. - Bridge Education & Industry
Strengthen industry collaboration by integrating real-world applications, professional practices and emerging technologies into our training programmes. - Promote Sustainability, Safety & Social Responsibility
Support individuals and organisations in adopting sustainable practices, workplace safety, responsible business conduct and ESG principles. - Drive Innovation & Continuous Development
Continuously enhance and expand our training programmes to address emerging workforce demands and contribute to Malaysia’s skills development ecosystem.
- Excellence
We are committed to delivering quality training that meets national competency standards and industry expectations. - Integrity
We uphold professionalism, transparency and ethical practices in our training, assessments and industry partnerships. - Innovation
We embrace continuous improvement, emerging technologies and innovative learning approaches to develop future-ready skills. - Collaboration
We build meaningful partnerships with industry, academic institutions and stakeholders to strengthen workforce development. - Sustainability
We promote environmental responsibility, social wellbeing and sustainable practices through education and skills development.
Meet Our Team
Chai Swee Ming (Tiffany)
Managing Director &
Certified Center Manager (PPB)
Tiffany Chai is the Founder and Managing Director of Nexpath Academy, serving concurrently as the Certified Center Manager (PPB). With over a decade of experience in business management, strategic partnerships, and organisational development, she brings extensive expertise in industry engagement, professional training, and workforce development.
Through her involvement with ESG Association Malaysia (ESGAM), Tiffany recognised the growing demand for sustainability competencies and industry-relevant green skills. This inspired her to establish Nexpath Academy as a TVET institution dedicated to dedicated to advancing competency-based TVET education in sustainability, occupational safety and health, social care, and other emerging industry skills.
As Managing Director and PPB, Tiffany oversees the academy’s strategic direction, TVET operations, industry collaborations, and programme development, ensuring that its training initiatives align with national skills standards and evolving workforce needs. She is committed to bridging industry skills gaps and empowering professionals with practical competencies for a sustainable and future-ready economy.
How Yong Kien Soon
Business Development Director
Kien Soon is the Co-Founder and Business Development Director of Nexpath Academy, bringing extensive experience in industry engagement, professional training, and strategic business development. With a strong background in the real estate and property management sectors, he has been actively involved in advancing workforce competencies through industry-focused training and professional development initiatives.
As a Council Member of ESG Association Malaysia (ESGAM) and an NCS Train-the-Trainer (TTT) Certified Trainer, Kien Soon combines industry insights with competency-based training expertise. His commitment to continuous learning and sustainability has contributed to Nexpath Academy’s vision of delivering practical, industry-relevant TVET programmes aligned with evolving workforce needs.
At Nexpath Academy, he spearheads business development, strategic partnerships, and industry collaborations to expand the academy’s training opportunities and market presence. He is committed to bridging industry and education, creating sustainable growth opportunities while supporting the development of skilled, future-ready professionals.
Ts. Dr. Lee Yong Siang
Head of TVET & Academic &
PP of Carbon Accounting
Ts. Dr. Lee Yong Siang is the Head of TVET & Academic at Nexpath Academy, bringing over a decade of experience in sustainability, ESG governance, sustainable construction, and engineering management. Holding a PhD in Civil Engineering (Engineering Management), he combines academic expertise with extensive industry experience in carbon management, sustainability reporting, climate risk assessment, and ESG implementation.
As a Professional Technologist (MBOT), HRD Corp accredited trainer, ISO Lead Auditor, and CIDB QLASSIC Assessor, Dr. Lee has extensive experience in professional training, sustainability consultancy, and the development of industry-aligned ESG frameworks. His expertise encompasses international sustainability reporting standards, including IFRS S1 & S2, and relevant ISO management systems.
At Nexpath Academy, Dr. Lee oversees TVET academic development, curriculum quality, and industry alignment while serving as Pegawai Penilai (PP) for the Carbon Accounting programme. He plays a key role in integrating technical expertise with competency-based training, ensuring learners acquire practical, industry-relevant skills that support sustainable business practices and future workforce development.
Dr. Sim Siew Chen (Mandy)
Technical Advisory Committee
(TAC)
Dr. Mandy Sim is an Associate Professor in People and Organisational Sustainability at the University of Nottingham Malaysia, with over 20 years of experience in higher education, human resource development, multinational manufacturing, and business transformation. Holding a PhD in Business and Management, she specialises in social sustainability, ESG leadership, labour standards, and sustainable workforce development.
As a Council Member and Chair of the Academy Committee of ESG Association Malaysia (ESGAM), and Advisor to the Digital GBS Council Malaysia, Dr. Mandy actively promotes industry-academia collaboration and workforce development. She also contributed as an expert panel member in developing the National Competency Standard (NCS) on the ESG Framework for the Department of Skills Development (JPK). Her professional credentials include Certified Corporate Sustainability Practitioner, Certified Action Learning Coach, Fellow of the Higher Education Academy (FHEA), and Certified International Negotiator.
As a member of Nexpath Academy’s Technical Advisory Committee (TAC), Dr. Mandy provides strategic guidance on competency-based curriculum development, ESG integration, and industry alignment, supporting the academy’s commitment to developing skilled, future-ready professionals for a sustainable economy.
Dr. Chin Chee Siong
Advisor
Dr. Mandy Sim is an Associate Professor in People and Organisational Sustainability at the University of Nottingham Malaysia, with over 20 years of experience in higher education, human resource development, business transformation, and sustainability leadership. Holding a PhD in Business and Management, she specialises in social sustainability, ESG governance, responsible business practices, and workforce development.
As a Council Member and Chair of the Academy Committee of ESG Association Malaysia (ESGAM), Dr. Mandy actively promotes sustainability education and industry-academia collaboration. She is also a Certified Corporate Sustainability Practitioner (SIDC), Fellow of the Higher Education Academy (FHEA), and Certified International Negotiator (CIN), with expertise in ESG reporting frameworks, labour standards, and sustainable organisational development.
As a member of Nexpath Academy’s Technical Advisory Committee (TAC), Dr. Mandy contributes her academic and industry expertise to support curriculum relevance, competency-based learning, and the alignment of TVET programmes with evolving ESG standards and workforce needs. Her involvement strengthens the academy’s commitment to delivering industry-relevant training and developing skilled professionals for a sustainable and future-ready economy.
Adjunct (Practice) Professor Cheah Kok Hoong
Advisor
Dr. Mandy Sim is an Associate Professor in People and Organisational Sustainability at the University of Nottingham Malaysia, with over 20 years of experience in higher education, human resource development, business transformation, and sustainability leadership. Holding a PhD in Business and Management, she specialises in social sustainability, ESG governance, responsible business practices, and workforce development.
As a Council Member and Chair of the Academy Committee of ESG Association Malaysia (ESGAM), Dr. Mandy actively promotes sustainability education and industry-academia collaboration. She is also a Certified Corporate Sustainability Practitioner (SIDC), Fellow of the Higher Education Academy (FHEA), and Certified International Negotiator (CIN), with expertise in ESG reporting frameworks, labour standards, and sustainable organisational development.
As a member of Nexpath Academy’s Technical Advisory Committee (TAC), Dr. Mandy contributes her academic and industry expertise to support curriculum relevance, competency-based learning, and the alignment of TVET programmes with evolving ESG standards and workforce needs. Her involvement strengthens the academy’s commitment to delivering industry-relevant training and developing skilled professionals for a sustainable and future-ready economy.
