Strategic Renewal of MOU Between INTI College Sabah and SME Association of Sabah to Deepen Industry Engagement and Inspire the Next Generation of Innovators

On 10 July 2025, INTI College Sabah and the SME Association of Sabah once again renewed their partnership through a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) signing ceremony. This renewal marks a continuation of the shared vision and strong collaboration that have defined their relationship since the last renewal in July 2023.

The ceremony was graced by the presence of distinguished partners, Dr. Deledda Tan, President of the SME Association of Sabah; Mr. Lie Chun Vui, Deputy President; Ir. Edwin Fong Kim Wai, Vice President; Mr. Sunny Chai Nyit Ngen, Director of Partnership Development cum Council Member. The ceremony was supported by Professor Dr. Vincent Pang, Chairman of the Board of Governors, INTI College Sabah, and Datuk Chong Hon Len, a member of the Board of Governors. Also in attendance were representatives from INTI College Sabah and Asia International Higher Education Co. Ltd. (AIHE), namely Ms. Roselyn Chua, Chief Executive of INTI College Sabah, Dr. Athanasia Nointin, Academic Dean cum Global Partnership Liaison of INTI College Sabah, and Mr. Dong Yi Hui, Chief Operating Officer of AIHE.

In her opening remarks, Roselyn Chua, Chief Executive of INTI College Sabah, highlighted that “SME Association of Sabah is not only a vital pillar of the local economy but also an inspiring community of entrepreneurs and innovators. By working hand-in-hand, we have created pathways for knowledge exchange, business development, and resource sharing.”

“Today’s renewal reaffirms our commitment to these shared goals. As we sign this Memorandum of Understanding, we pledge to deepen our collaboration, adapt to emerging challenges, and seize new opportunities together,” she added.

Dr. Deledda Tan, President of the SME Association of Sabah, expressed her appreciation for the long-standing relationship between the SME Association of Sabah and INTI College Sabah. She emphasized that this partnership is set to create a powerful synergy that will benefit the community.

“The MOU formalizes our intention to collaborate in promoting industry-academia partnerships, particularly in areas such as industry award sponsorships, bootcamps, training, coaching, and entrepreneurship mentoring. We extend our sincere gratitude to everyone who contributed to making this MOU a reality,” said Dr. Deledda Tan.

At INTI, we are committed to shaping the leaders of tomorrow by empowering students with the skills, mindset, and experiences needed to drive meaningful change in the world. Through dynamic collaborations with over 1,000 industry partners, we bridge the gap between education and industry – equipping graduates with real-world insights and future-ready capabilities that align with the evolving demands of the global workforce.