FAQ
Everything about the programme, the Ambassador points system, the competition and the Symposium.
The TVET Digital Talent Accelerator (DTA) is a digital skills programme in Malaysia that helps TVET students and graduates build skills in Artificial Intelligence (AI) or Web Development through IBM SkillsBuild. You can learn at your own pace, earn an IBM digital credential at no cost, and explore opportunities to connect with industry professionals and develop your career.
Yes. Registration, all courses, the IBM SkillsBuild platform, bootcamps, mentorship, and your certification are provided at zero cost to you.
Additional opportunities, such as career webinars, mentorship, and job placement support, may be available through the Ambassador programme. The more involved you are, the more you get out of it, so the earlier you start, the better your shot at these rewards.
TVET students and TVET graduates/alumni aged 17 and above.
Not the DTA programme yet. You can still register on IBM SkillsBuild and earn your IBM credential.
You’ll choose one of two learning pathways. Each pathway offers courses at different skill levels, so you can choose a course that suits your current knowledge and learning goals.
You only need to complete one course in your pathway to get certified.
Finish the course modules and meet the course assessment requirements, including scoring at least 80% on the end-of-module assessment. IBM then issues your official IBM SkillsBuild digital badge.
You can claim your badge on Credly and add it to your LinkedIn profile and CV.
Want to go further? Share the DTA programme with your peers and become an Ambassador to unlock career webinars and more.
Yes. As the programme is delivered online, you will need a device, preferably a laptop or desktop, and a stable internet connection to access your course and participate in online activities.
Yes. IBM SkillsBuild courses are self-paced, so you can learn around your existing schedule. However, live activities such as bootcamps, webinars, and other scheduled sessions may require you to attend at specific times.
| Phase | Timing | What happens |
|---|---|---|
| Learn & Certify | Jul – Dec 2026 | Register, start self-paced IBM SkillsBuild courses, join info webinars |
| Ambassador Launch | Aug 2026 | Sign up on the Mereka Portal, share your referral link, earn points |
| Symposium | Nov 2026 | Ideation Challenge finalists pitch to IBM and industry panel |
| Bootcamps & Webinars | Jul 2026 – Apr 2027 | Live virtual bootcamps and peer learning sessions |
| Mentorship & Placement | Nov 2026 – May 2027 | Support for Ambassadors, Office Hours access and placement support |
You can register and start learning anytime. To take part in the Ambassador Programme, you need to be registered by December 2026.
The Ambassador Programme gives eligible TVET students and graduates an opportunity to take a more active role in the DTA community. Ambassadors help spread the word about the programme by sharing it with their peers.
By registering for DTA, completing your IBM SkillsBuild course and earning your credential, and referring peers, you can collect points through MAJU! and compete on the leaderboard for rewards and additional opportunities — such as voucher rewards for the first 500 Ambassadors, and mentoring, career webinars and full placement support for the top 100 Ambassadors.
MAJU! is the point-earning journey that tracks your participation in five stages: Mulai, Aktif, Jangkau, Unggul and Impak (the “!”). Each stage has actions that earn points. Your progress shows on your dashboard.
Points are added automatically. You can earn up to 190 points. Your points and leaderboard position can be tracked through the IBM DTA Leaderboard. You can earn points by participating in the following activities:
| Stage | What you do | Points |
|---|---|---|
| M | Register on the portal and access your unique IBM SkillsBuild link | +10 |
| A | Complete your IBM SkillsBuild modules and upload your Credly credential | +30 |
| J | Refer peers using your personal referral link | +15 per friend who signs up and verifies their email (up to 10 referrals, max 150) |
| U | Attend a virtual bootcamp, Office Hours or career webinar | Coming soon |
| ! | Share your success story or get invited to the national Symposium | Coming soon |
Register for DTA, complete your selected IBM SkillsBuild course, and follow the Ambassador Programme instructions on the programme website.
Once you participate in the point-earning activities, including referring peers through your personal link, you can work towards the available rewards and opportunities.
The DTA competition gives eligible participants an opportunity to develop and showcase AI-driven project ideas. Selected finalists will have the opportunity to present their projects to IBM and industry representatives at the national Symposium.
A national showcase on Tuesday, 17 November 2026 at Menara IBM, Bandar Utama.
Selected DTA competition finalists will present their AI-driven projects to IBM and industry representatives.
No. A Symposium invitation does not include transportation, accommodation, or other logistics-related costs. Invited participants are responsible for arranging and covering these expenses themselves to attend the Symposium at Menara IBM, Bandar Utama.
For the latest programme announcements, activity schedules, Ambassador updates, and competition information, register and visit www.ibm-dta.com.
For questions or assistance, email ibm@mereka.my.