As a firm, we are guided by our Purpose — to inspire confidence and drive meaningful change. It's our duty to actively engage in addressing crucial global challenges where our expertise can have a positive impact.

In line with this commitment, the KPMG Education Trust Fund (“the Trust”) is established as part of Our Impact Plan to advocate for quality education. Through this initiative, we aim to advance the UN Sustainable Development Goal 4, which emphasizes inclusive and equitable quality education, as well as promoting lifelong learning opportunities for all.

Through the Trust, our dedication extends to enriching the lives of B40 communities and nurturing young talents nationwide. Since 2022, the[JV1]  Partners of KPMG have jointly allocated RM 5 million over a span of 10 years for this initiative. In 2023, the firm has earmarked nearly RM 0.5 million across our sponsorship and scholarship programs. We take pride in supporting over 180 beneficiaries, with 81% of them hailing from B40 backgrounds.

Our Mission:

  • To champion lifelong learning by upholding quality education for young talents nationwide
  • To strive in future-proofing efforts of enabling young talents to thrive and are career-ready
  • To empower and uplift our communities by supporting the academic and professional development of young talents
  • To establish a robust entry-level talent pool consisting of recent graduates from leading universities.

Our programs

The Trust accords sponsorship and scholarship programs that offer unique value propositions to serve targeted communities. Email us at IMPACT@kpmg.com.my to learn more.

KPMG Young Spark

This program supports high potential students from underprivileged backgrounds studying at selected public schools. Through the sponsorship, the students will be supported to progress and complete their primary education at local public institutions.

Sponsorship covers:
  • One-off sponsorship amounting RM750 (for primary) and RM1,000 (for secondary)
  • Each sponsored school to receive refurbished laptops

    • KPMG Young Star

    This sponsorship program aims to assist high-achieving students from underprivileged backgrounds who have showcased exceptional academic and extracurricular achievements at reputable higher learning institutions in Malaysia.

    Eligibility Criteria:

  • Malaysian citizen
  • Undergraduate students in penultimate year
  • Remaining academic year must at least be one full academic year
  • Not presently holding other scholarships
  • Consistent strong academic achievements:
  • CGPA of 3.5 in STPM, Matriculation, A-Levels, foundation, diploma
  • Latest academic results of at least or equals to CGPA 3.5
  • Proven leadership qualities and active involvement in extracurricular activities
  • Exceptional interpersonal skills
    • Sponsorship covers:
  • Financial support ranging from RM8,000 to RM12,000
  • Direct access to employment opportunities immediately upon graduation
  • Exclusive participation in KPMG Malaysia's internal engagement programs
    • Service Bond Period:
  • 1 year at KPMG Malaysia upon completion of studies
    • Application
  • Accepting applications from June 2024
  • Only shortlisted applicants will receive notification to proceed to the next steps of the application process
  • Click Here to Apply.

    • KPMG Young Excellence

    This program is tailored exclusively for the children of KPMG personnel to foster excellence in academic and professional development across all educational levels, spanning from primary to tertiary education (including pre-university), without regard to the institution attended.

    Scholarship covers:

  • Open to students from all levels of public education institutions, including primary, secondary, tertiary (including pre-university)
  • Available exclusively to the children of KPMG employees up to the Associate Director/Senior Manager level, across all branch offices.


    • Highlights

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    KPMG: Our Impact Plan

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