#MGAC2016 Maybank GO Ahead. Challenge 2016 Information Kit
CONTENTS 1. Maybank GO Ahead. Challenge (MGAC2016) 3-8 2. Global Maybank Apprentice Program 9-13 3. UNIVERSITY PARTNERSHIP 14-18 4. FAQs 19-20 5. ANY OTHER QUESTIONS 22 Information Kit 2
What is Maybank GO Ahead. Challenge 2016? MGAC 2016 is an international, multi-dimensional case challenge that has never been seen been by university competitions worldwide. It tests student competencies in more than just finance but include strategy, behaviour and general knowledge too. It is the 5 th edition of the largest case graduate challenge in the ASEAN region. It is a reality-driven, protracted and exhaustive talent selection platform, specially designed to stretch the candidates limits physically, mentally, psychologically, intellectually and even ethically. Designed and developed by Global Maybank Apprentices (GMAs) to attract potential MAs thereby establishing greater generational resonance and relevance. Information Kit 3
How is MGAC different? WIN BIG MGAC awards the biggest cash prize in the region for a any competition of its type with a total of USD 71,000 to be awarded to the top 3 teams. Additionally, a cash prize and international internship opportunities will be awarded to the Ultimate GO Ahead. Challenger. INTERNATIONAL CHALLENGERS A global finalist enters MGAC 2016 with different international candidates to work with. Last year s finalists came from across ASEAN countries, Africa, UK and US. The competition is a platform not just for learnings but a global community made up of diverse cultures. BEYOND A BUSINESS CASE MGAC will put contestants in challenges simulating the realities of a dynamic business world. MGAC experience is not only limited to business cases but extends to non-traditional challenges such as in the past; amazing race, CSR, strategybase games, marketing pitch etc. Information Kit 4
How is MGAC different? HUMANISING FACTOR A big part of MGAC is where it combines all the elements of logical, lateral and critical thinking with the humanising component. Challengers work in Home Building, Cooking and Feeding the Homeless and compete in teams to raise funds for local charitable organisations. A ONE-OF-A-KIND CHALLENGE MGAC is not just a competition, it is in itself a wholesome experience through its multi-stage challenges, roadshows, Gala dinner and even the campus giveaways! GOLDEN CAREER OPPORTUNITY Selected individuals are given the opportunity to join the prestigious Global Maybank Apprentice Program (GMAP). A two-year rotation programme developing our young talents throughfirst hand experience in departments of their choice. Information Kit 5
$ TEAMS Team Prizes Champion USD 40,000 Second Place USD 20,000 Third Place USD 10,000 Biggest AWARDS INDIVIDUAL USD1,000 Internship at Maybank Fast-pass entrance to the GMAP program OTHERS Other Prizes Special prizes await the people s favorite team and individual! Finalists stand a chance to be part of the prestigious Global Maybank Apprentice Programme (GMAP)! Information Kit 6
MGAC Launch The MGAC opening event gives This a is sneak a sample peak by text. Insert unveiling your the desired year s vision, text theme, personality, here. Organizing Committee and much more. The launch is typically attended by the organization s key executives and officers, media, university representatives and the public. 1 Roadshows Maybank s MGAC representatives tour university campuses locally and overseas. Roadshows and other activations engage students and recent graduates in a unique, creative and fun approach. Engagement sessions typically is accompanied with freebies and icecream. Candidates can learn more about MGAC, GMAP, ask questions and get to know past participants. our desired text here. 2 5 4 3 The MGAC JOURNEY Campus Level Candidates will get the first taste of MGAC by competing throughout the day. The first on-sight competition already demands mental, physical and emotional tenacity from challengers against their different cohorts. National Level The countrywide stage aims to select the best to move forward. Therefore the difficulty is significantly notches higher and so is the experience! The candidates from the different universities will clash against each other and against themselves. Global Finals Finalists from 14 countries will contend in a week-long intensive event that will push their limits in the biggest and boldest of ways. The Global Finals is power-packed with different obstacles to determine who will be crowned team champion and ultimate challenger. It is the culmination of MGAC. Information Kit 7
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GMAP Rotation Plan GMAs experience a formal 2-year-on-the-job rotation to gain maximum exposure in all relevant areas for career development and personal growth. Core Banking Module Branch & Business Centre Cross Sector Rotations International Assignments GMAP Global Maybank Apprentice Programme Risk Management Product/ Strategy Departments Support Department Information Kit 9
The Edge of GMAP Dynamic & Experiential Global Maybank Apprentice Programme As one of the industry s award winning apprentice program, GMAP is designed to provide graduates with a strategic platform to jump-start their career. The program, like MGAC, is not limited to graduates from business disciplines but attract wide range from academic backgrounds. Global Maybank Apprentices (GMAs) undergo 2-year rotations including an international assignment. Apprentices with aspirations to be Chartered Accountants can sign up for GMAP-Plus which offers full certification sponsorship with ICAEW without bond or contract. Information Kit 10
GMAP KEY FEATURES Global The programme is available where Maybank operates. Our presence in Malaysia, Singapore, Indonesia, Philippines, Cambodia, Thailand, Vietnam, Hong Kong and China creates opportunity of harnessing some of the brightest young talents in the industry. Personalised Each GMA has a customised rotation plan, designed after career dialogue with the apprentice. Each is assigned a coach from a poll of experienced Top Management of Maybank. GMAs have the unique privilege of being a coachee of some of Mybank s industry leaders. Leading Resources Maybank s culture of performance-base compensation is reflected in the program. The GMAP is ahead of national average salary (for fresh graduates in financial services) by 40%.* *Source: 2013 Financial Services Total Rewards Survey Malaysia by Towers Watson Humanising GMAs will be given the opportunity to join various programmes of Maybank encompassing the organisations initiatives such as Corporate Responsibility initiatives, Engagement Sessions with Top Management, Workshops etc. All learning elements are designed to accelerate GMA s growth, both as a humanising banker and leader. Information Kit 11
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UNIVERSITY PARTNERSHIP What is the role of our partner universities? Involved with the different levels of the competition from Roadshows to the Global Finals in August 2016. Key partner to liaison directly with MGAC Organising Committee to help facilitate ongoing MGAC activities including: TIMELINES Roadshows/Activations 1) Promo booths 2)Engagement MGAC Launch DATE March to April 2016 Mid March 2016 WHAT WE NEED FROM OUR PARTNER UNIVERSITIES - Send invites to all students prior engagement via internal coms and social media platforms - Booth venue: High visibility and high traffic areas - Engagement venue: Lecture room that can fit upto 50 pax - Uni. representative is invited to witness the unveiling of MGAC2016. Application Period 1) Class Broadcasts 2) Club Broadcast 3) University-wide Broadcast 22 nd January 30 th April 2016 - Encourage university students to apply; distribute communication materials, if any - To assist in posting up posters of MGAC for the duration of the application period. Campus Levels May to June 2016 - Competition Venue: 60pax - Activities may involve outdoor activities National Levels Global Finals July 2016 August 2016 - Uni. rep. witness this year s MGAC execution in their respective countries. - Uni. rep. may be invited to support the Global Finals is a specific capacity. Information Kit 13
What can you gain from this partnership? Best Innovation on Campus 2015 Increase Employability of your University Be one of our integral partners to include students in the pipeline to one of Malaysia s leading Management Trainee Program: The Global Maybank Apprentice Programme` Increase Media Exposure Internationally: Latch with Maybank Go Ahead. Challenge Increase your University s global image. Your partnership and students/alumni participation in MGAC can be a strong indication of the institutions competence, values and aspirations for student development Enhance your Reputation. Raise your University Ranking We put the students test amongst the best regionally and internationally. To move up in MGAC, representing your university means potentially increasing your academic and social standing. Information Kit 14
Campus Level HOST Drop us a note on the level of interest among your students, the facilities available for the challenges, the accessibility of your campus and any ideas you may want to see during the MGAC 2016 Campus Level How are the Campus Level Hosts chosen? For the facilities, MGAC will require a hall that can accommodate 50-80 people, a few classrooms, some space for the participants to work in teams or run around for possible physical challenges Information Kit 15
MGAC s Track Record OVER 30 ROADSHOWS were done across the world conducted in Malaysia, Singapore, Thailand, Indonesia, Philippines, Cambodia, Hong Kong and China among others RM15Million PR value has increased ten-fold from 1.5 million in 2012 to RM15M in 2015 NO. 1 Consecutive winner of the M100 Best Innovation on Campus Award for 2014 and 2015 70 UNIVERSITIES 2015 Participants were representatives from over 70 universities across the world as compared to 15 in 2012 60 Finalists Number of finalists has increased from 30 to 60 in 2012 and 2015 respectively Information Kit 16
MGAC s Track Record 23,000 APPLICATIONS The number of applicants has increased from 1,000 in 2012 to 23,000 in 2015 a testimony of growth in attractiveness of MGAC! 14 COUNTRIES Number of participating countries has increased from 6 to 14 100 Nationalities An increase in nationalities from 8 in 2012 to over 100 in 2015 RM30K CR Projects within the period of 12 days raised over RM30K in a day through charity sales BIGGEST Longest Global Finals over 12 days across 2 countries Information Kit 16
Maybank AWARDS Just in 2015 Most Popular Employer for Banking and Financial Services Best Social Media Usage 1 st Runner-Up, Graduate Employer of the Year Best Innovation On Campus Most Popular Employer for Banking and Financial Services For the fifth consecutive year, Maybank has won the top spot for Most Popular Employer for Banking and Financial Services. For the second year running, MGAAC has secure the M100 Best Innovation on Campaus Award. First Runner-Up, Graduate Employer of the Year Maybank was also first runner-up for Graduate Employer of the Year where we were ranked No.2 among the Top 100 Leading Employers in the country. Best Social Media Usage For the first time, Maybank won Best Social Media Usage Award. It spoke volumes on the Bank s social media presence not just in Malaysia but across the region. The award stressed the innovative and effective strategy of MGAC in attracting graduates. One example is the video resumes/cv via YouTube. Another is how the Bank provides real-time updates on career fairs and university engagements through Facebook and Instagram. Best Innovation on Campus MGAC2015 proved to be even bigger than 2014 expanding its programme by increasing campus levels to 27 (13 in 2014). MGAC also added more CSR activities. It is the longest Global Finals with 11 days of continuous challenges. The increased number of campuses has created greater awareness of Maybank s brand; the GO Ahead Employee Value Proposition. Information Kit 18
Participant FAQs 1 2 3 4 5 Are non-business non-finance majors allowed to join MGAC? Yes. We encourage non-business related majors to join. MGAC is designed to test participants ability to learn fast, their adaptability and character among others which are agnostic to academic background What are the types of challenges are we expecting this year? Based from previous MGACs, challenges vary to test everything from cognitive skills, leadership, teamwork, communication, integrity and personal growth Do we enter the competition as teams or as individuals? Both. MGAC accepts individual applications as well as Team applications. Applying individually will NOT put you in a disadvantage. Will finalists be offered jobs in Maybank? Finalists will have a greater chance to be pipelined to the award winning Global Maybank Apprentice Programme What is the Application Process? Applications submission in person at our Roadshow or Online via website. Selected applicants will be tested via 2 short assessments. Again, No financial background necessary Application period: 22 nd January 30 th April 6 Where can candidates apply? Students are highly encouraged to visit us during our Roadshow and meet our representatives face-to-face. Online applications will also be accepted through our website: goaheadchallenge.com Information Kit 19
Participant FAQs 7 Can post-graduates apply? Post Graduates can apply so long as the meet they requirement of less than 2 years working experience 8 Where will Campus Level, National Level and Grand Finals be held? Campus level is finalized after online assessments and depending campus interest to host MGAC. National level is usually held within Maybank premises (whether locally and overseas). Global Finals will be held in Kuala Lumpur, with specific venue to be confirmed at a later date. 9 Does the Global Maybank Apprentice Programme have a bond? The Global Maybank Apprentice Programme (GMAP) has no bond after the program. 10 Are there specific streams for GMAP? GMAP s rotation plan offer wide range of options throughout Maybank's departments, including Community Financial Services, Global Banking, Insurance & Takaful, Islamic Banking, Group Finance Office, Group Credit & Risk Office, Enterprise Transformation Services and Group Human Capital. For more information please visit our website at apprenticeship page: http://www.maybank.com/en/careers/graduates/ 11 How long will the competition last? Campus Levels (one day challenge), will take place from May to June, National Levels (one day challenge) from July and Global Finals (one week long) will be in August. Information Kit 20
Reach Out to MGAC2016 For inquires You may contact one of our University Relations Representatives: Nur Amiera Azlyn Razali nuramieraazlyn.r@maybank.com +6019-6507890 Ian Chew ian.chew@maybank.com +6016-8004245 Janice Low janice.low@maybank.com +6012-4264737 Information Kit 21