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Aug 01, 2026

The Tech Boom: Why IT Grads are Earning Big in Malaysia

Malaysia's Digital Economy Blueprint is driving massive growth. For international students, this means job opportunities.

MDEC Status Companies: These companies can easily hire foreign talent. If you graduate with a degree in Data Science, Cybersecurity, or Software Engineering, you are in the 'Critical Occupation List'.

Salary Expectations: Fresh graduates in tech are seeing starting salaries of BDT 100,000 to BDT 130,000, which is significantly higher than the national average.

Tip: Build a portfolio during your studies. APU and MMU hackathons are great places to get noticed by recruiters.