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Employment

Act 1955 Decoded

Compliance Without Confusion

This 2‑day online program provides HR professionals, managers, and business leaders with practical knowledge of Malaysia’s labour laws. Participants will explore contracts, wages, hours of work, leave entitlements, maternity and paternity provisions, and termination procedures. The training simplifies complex legislation into clear strategies, helping organisations strengthen compliance, reduce disputes, and build workplace integrity.

Online Public Course | August 3-4, 2026 | 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM

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PROGRAM DETAILS

August 03, 2026

MODULE 2:
Who is an Employee?

  • Types of contracts-differences in contracts

  • Contract of service vs contract for service

  • Part-time employment, casual, daily rated and piece rated employees

  • Special categories of employees under the Employment Act

9.00am – 10.30am

morning break

10.30am – 10.45am

MODULE 1:
Introduction to the Laws

  • Introduction to the laws in Malaysia

  • Application of the Employment Act, Industrial
    Relations Act and all other related legislations in Malaysia.

MODULE 3:
Key Terms of Employment - Hours of Work

  • Permitted Hours and rest time

  • Shift work-scheduling for shift hours

  • Overtime rules & exclusions from overtime

END OF TRAINING

MODULE 4:
Key Terms of Employment - Payment of Wages

  • Advances and deductions of wages

  • Payment dates for salary and end of employment

  • Right to withhold an employee’s salary

10.45am -1.00pm

PROGRAM DETAILS

August 04, 2026

MODULE 6:
Key Terms of Employment - Maternity and Paternity

  • Entitlement to maternity leave and maternity allowance

  • Returning to work during maternity leave

  • Resigning during maternity/paternity leave. Rights to offset against notice.

  • All other provisions under maternity and paternity.

9.00am – 10.30am

morning break

10.30am – 10.45am

MODULE 5:
Key Terms of Employment - Leave & Holidays

  • Annual leave, sick leave and public holidays

  • Rate of pay for work done

  • Replacing public holidays

  • Rest days

MODULE 7:
Key Terms of Employment - Termination of Employment

  • Notice period

  • Statutory requirement for notice period

  • Breach of contract by employer

  • Breach of contract by employee

  • Termination benefits

END OF TRAINING

MODULE 8:
The Hidden Traps

  • Probation and Confirmation of Employment

  • Flexible Working Arrangements

  • Foreign Employees

  • Presumption of Employmen

10.45am -1.00pm

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CASSANDRA PETER

Consultant,
E2 Workforce Consuting

TRAINER'S PROFILE

Cassandra Peter is a consultant with a solid foundation in law, bringing a wealth of legal expertise and practical insights to the Human Resources and Industrial Relations sectors. She holds a Bachelor of Laws (LLB) degree from the University of Aberystwyth and was admitted as an Advocate and Solicitor of the High Court of Malaya in 2020. Prior to transitioning into consultancy, she honed her skills as a Civil Litigation Lawyer, gaining extensive experience in complex legal areas including medical negligence, construction, employment, criminal law, divorce and child custody, company law and bankruptcy. 

Her extensive legal background has sharpened Cassandra's analytical capabilities and solution-oriented approach- key skills that she now applies in the HR/IR domain. This experience uniquely positions her to offer businesses strategic guidance in navigating complex HR and industrial relations matters with precision and clarity. 

As a consultant, Cassandra has worked with numerous multinational companies, assisting them in strategizing and executing complex retrenchment exercises, restructuring efforts, downsizing initiatives, and business closures. She has also supported companies with mutual separation schemes, performance management, and disciplinary procedures. Her deep understanding of employment legislation, industrial relations frameworks, and dispute resolution mechanisms enables her to craft tailored, actionable business strategies that address both legal and operational challenges. 

Cassandra's expertise also encompasses training and knowledge-sharing, where she has the ability to break down legal terminology and concepts for a diverse range of professionals. She is passionate about empowering HR teams and business leaders with the knowledge they need to effectively manage legal and regulatory challenges. 

Company Details:

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We are currently on an E2 Retainer Plan. (Optional)
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No
We will be claiming this course under the HRD Corp 'SBL-Khas' scheme.
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Training fees:

  • Retainer Client: RM 1,499

  • Standard Rate: RM 1,599

EMPLOYMENT ACT 1955 DECODED:
COMPLIANCE WITHOUT CONFUSION

Online Public Course | August 03-04, 2026 | 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM

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E2 Workforce Consulting Sdn Bhd

23, Jalan 20/1 Seapark,  
46300 Petaling Jaya, Selangor, Malaysia  

+6012 653 6262

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