Higher education leadership academy (AKEPT), established in January 2008, is an organization under the Ministry of Higher Education created in line with the objectives of the National Higher Education Strategic Plan to transform higher education in Malaysia, especially in the area of human capital development.

AKEPT was conceptualized by the Ministry of Higher Education to provide leadership development for the top and mid level management of Malaysian Higher Education Institutions.

AKEPT as an international centre of excellence in higher education leadership development aspires to lead Higher Education Institutions to achieve world class recognition. AKEPT will constantly strive to provide highly relevant and pragmatic courses that will lead to a certification programme that is recognized by the global higher education community. To achieve its objectives, AKEPT invites renowned speakers to facilitate knowledge-sharing and network-building learning experiences.

To be acknowledged as the global benchmark and referral centre for Higher Education Leadership, Teaching and Learning, and Research and Innovation.


To align with the Ministry’s transformation agenda for higher education to ensure that higher education institution are globally competitive.

To provide the Ministry with adequate and relevant information to aid the formulation of higher education policies dealing with talent management, leadership, governance, and innovation.

To be recognized as the premier referral centre for research & innovation, teaching & learning, and leadership competencies for higher education.

To provide each participant with enriching learning experiences.

To develop effective research on critical issues facing Higher Education.

To develop strategic alliances with leading local and international leadership institutes.

To build the image and brand value of AKEPT.

To support the core values and transformation agenda of the Ministry of Higher Education.

 

To provide relevant and pragmatic training programmes, advice and facilitation to higher education institutions

To promote and facilitate collaboration and alliances with the best in class globally

To promote and facilitate a network of sharing and collaboration on research and innovation within higher education institution

To promote and facilitate a culture of research and publication on issues and challenges in higher education

To put in place a structured framework on succession planning for higher education institution