Corporate Programmes

CEDAR complements the role of the SME Bank Malaysia by offering unique effective entrepreneur development and coaching programmes. The objective of these programmes is to enable entrepreneurs to realise the business, creating values and sustaining their growth in a holistic and meaningful way. Developed upon its proprietary wide-based industry research, market-findings as well as real-life case studies, CEDAR's programmes are distinct from the numerous generic market programmes offered by the other institutions. Our public programmes are HRDF claimable under the SBL Scheme.

Current Programmes
Past Programmes

AI In Action – Boosting Productivity With Generative AI

Create scroll-stopping presentations using graphic design principles and animation in PowerPoint. Learn to condense complex data into digestible visual narratives that inform, impress, and persuade.

Transform your team into a powerhouse of collaboration and performance. This immersive journey blends self-discovery with dynamic team engagement techniques to elevate communication, strengthen interdependence, and ignite shared purpose. Participants will emerge with a blueprint to fuel high-performing teams and lead with clarity and cohesion.

Make your voice heard in the boardroom, on stage, or in team meetings by mastering the power of story. This program equips professionals with techniques to build trust, inspire action, and present complex ideas with clarity—turning every communication into a moment of influence.

Supercharge your business writing with structured techniques that deliver results. Learn to craft persuasive proposals, pitch ideas that captivate, and present data with precision. This course teaches impactful storytelling, strategic formatting, and executive-level communication for real workplace influence.

This advanced program helps leaders evolve into mentors and role models who empower others. Explore frameworks like Lencioni’s 5 Dysfunctions of a Team, feedback strategies, and EI development to build influence and foster thriving, purpose-driven teams.

Fuel innovation and unlock problem-solving genius using design thinking's Double-Diamond framework, powerful questioning techniques like Kipling’s 5Ws, and the '5 Why' root-cause method. This interactive course will break mental barriers, enhance decision-making, and energise teams with structured creativity and real-world solutions.

Turn innovation from buzzword to business advantage. This immersive program explores human-centred design, creative confidence, and rapid prototyping using tools like Jobs-to-be-Done and Reverse Brainstorming. Build an innovation playbook that transforms workplace culture and solutions.

Unlock the secrets to peak productivity by mastering SMART goal-setting, mastering prioritisation frameworks like 'Eat the Frog', and executing impactful delegation using MECE and Stephen Covey’s Win-Win Contract. This program empowers you to take control of your time, align your tasks with business goals, and inspire excellence through strategic time leadership.

Step into the arena of negotiation mastery. This highly practical program reveals psychological triggers, communication strategies, and step-by-step negotiation tactics backed by real industry case studies. Master the art of influence, decode subconscious cues, and leave equipped to win strategic deals with confidence.

Ride the wave of business intelligence with Power BI. This immersive course teaches you how to transform raw data into elegant dashboards, automate analytics, and visualise trends. Participants will leave with the skills to turn information into impactful business decisions.

Refine your professional writing style with a focus on clarity, tone, and purpose. This course walks you through structured email, memo, and letter writing techniques so that your message resonates and drives action—internally and externally.

Cut through financial jargon with ease. This foundational course introduces non-financial professionals to the essential principles of accounting, budgeting, and performance measurement—building confidence in financial conversations and decisions.

Decode the language of finance without being a numbers person. Learn to read financial reports, analyse performance with key ratios, and make strategic decisions with confidence. Ideal for managers and professionals who want to drive results with financial insight.

Deliver documents that are crisp, compelling, and impossible to ignore. From writing to influence to navigating complex email responses, this course helps you write smarter and faster while maintaining a sharp business edge.

Take your team from average to extraordinary. This experiential program uses simulation, outdoor activities, and leadership challenges to reshape beliefs, inspire unity, and build high-performance culture.

Master the emotional agility needed to lead in today’s complex world. This course blends neuroscience with practical tools to help you regulate emotions, build high-trust relationships, and lead with empathy. Learn how emotional intelligence fuels resilience, influence, and executive presence.

Designed for power users ready to go beyond the basics, this Excel mastery course introduces advanced data tools, complex formulas, and automation techniques to supercharge your productivity. Learn how to transform data into dynamic dashboards and insights that give your business the analytical edge.

Take your Excel skills to the next level. This program arms you with intermediate-level expertise to clean, structure, and analyse data across business functions. Master charts, logical functions, and productivity hacks to make your spreadsheets smarter and your insights sharper.

Push beyond slide decks with this advanced PowerPoint training. Learn cinematic transitions, custom animations, smart objects, and embedded media to build jaw-dropping presentations that captivate any audience.

Make your data visually magnetic. This course teaches how to turn numbers into compelling infographics in PowerPoint using layout design, colour theory, and storytelling techniques that bring insights to life.

Harness the power of narrative to lead, inspire, and influence. This course blends neuroscience, design thinking, and public speaking to help you structure compelling stories that connect emotionally and logically. Presentations become unforgettable journeys, not just data dumps.

Strategic thinking isn’t just for C-suites—it’s a core leadership skill. This comprehensive program sharpens your ability to scan the business horizon, challenge assumptions, and craft agile plans. Explore tools like PESTEL, McKinsey 7S, and the Strategy Canvas to lead with purpose.

Learn how to integrate cutting-edge AI tools into daily workflows. This course teaches automation, smart content creation, and data enhancement strategies that drive productivity through Generative AI.

Develop the interpersonal savvy to thrive in today’s workplace. This interactive course explores emotional triggers, personality styles, and communication strategies that foster empathy, reduce conflict, and elevate your leadership presence.

This elite writing course is tailored for board-level impact. Learn how to draft sharp decision papers, persuasive proposals, and clear business reports. Gain mastery over governance documents that drive strategic outcomes and stakeholder confidence.

The Team Building Programme was successfully conducted on 11th – 12th January 2025 at Bayu Balau Beach Resort, Bandar Penawar, Johor. Designed as an immersive in-person experience, the programme focused on cultivating strong leadership, enhancing communication, and strengthening team bonds through various outdoor activities.

The Advanced PowerPoint Presentation Skills Program was successfully held on 26th February 2025 at Element Hotel, Ilham Tower, Kuala Lumpur. This program was strategically designed to enhance participants' presentation skills by leveraging advanced PowerPoint techniques, enabling them to create impactful, visually compelling, and engaging presentations.

This programme builds on intermediate skills, focusing on automation, advanced data tools, and complex functions. Participants will also gain exposure to macros and Power Query, leading to a recognised certification that enhances analytical and technical expertise.

SME Bank Internal Training Programme - Microsoft Excel (Advance) - program icon

This advanced-level programme is designed to deepen participants' mastery of Excel by focusing on complex data analysis, dynamic dashboards, and advanced automation techniques. Participants will work extensively with PivotTables, advanced formulas, data modelling tools, and will be guided in writing and customizing VBA Macros for automation. A recognised certification will be awarded upon completion, reinforcing their expertise in high-level data handling and reporting.

This programme equips participants with advanced Excel skills, including formulas, PivotTables, data validation, and charts. It also prepares participants for recognised certification to boost productivity and professional value.

Team Building Programme for Nephrocare Management Sdn Bhd @ Royal Belum Resort, Gerik, Perak on 9th & 10th November 2024

This programme is strategically designed around the central theme of fostering leadership, as well as enhancing creative and innovative thinking within teams. It aims to empower participants by developing essential leadership skills, encouraging out-of-the-box thinking, and promoting innovative problem-solving approaches. These focus areas are intended to drive greater collaboration and effectiveness among Nephrocare's team members, contributing to the organization’s long-term success.

The programme aims to equip participants with a comprehensive understanding of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Generative AI to enhance business operations. It focuses on leveraging AI for data-driven decision-making, improving productivity, and optimizing tasks using generative AI tools. Participants will also explore the ethical implications of AI and stay updated on emerging trends while applying their learning to real-world business scenarios. The goal is to help businesses achieve scalability, cost efficiency, and sustainability through AI integration, while staying competitive in the evolving market.

The Credit Securing Strategy programme is designed to prepare SMEs to successfully access bank financing and broader financial opportunities. This programme equips participants with the necessary knowledge, documentation readiness, financial management skills, and strategic insights to strengthen their creditworthiness.