INTRODUCTION
The Malaysian Palm Oil Board (MPOB) offers the Intensive Diploma in Oil Palm Management and Technology (IDOPMT) annually. Twenty seven sessions had been conducted since 1999, with training in management of oil palm plantations and palm oil production.

IDOPMT is a qualification which will pave the way for career advancement in the oil palm industry.

ABOUT THE PROGRAMME
The course is conducted in English and comprises of lectures, project reports, assignments, practicals and examination. Participants are encouraged to actively participate in discussions and interactions throughout the programme.

WHO SHOULD ATTEND
Individuals, both local and abroad who are involved either directly or indirectly with the oil palm industry. Those who intend to venture into the oil palm industry are also encouraged to apply.

ENTRY QUALIFICATIONS
Participants must have a recognised Diploma in Agriculture or a related Diploma in the agricultural field or a Secondary School Certificate (SPM) or two years experience in an oil palm plantation. Participants need to demonstrate a sufficient level of English language proficiency. The minimum requirements are as follows:

• For Malaysian only.
• Credit in English at SPM or equivalent.

OBJECTIVE AND EXPECTED OUTCOME
The objective of the programme is to train candidates in oil palm plantation management and technology. Other subjects include labour legislation, finance, engineering and processing. At the end of the course, candidates should be:

• knowledgeable on current management practices and technologies of the oil palm industry;
• aacquainted with current research and developments in oil palm/palm oil; and
• able to apply the management principles and technologies in their workplaces.

COURSE FEE
The course fee is RM5,500.00 per participant. The fee covers tuition, course materials, meals, practicals and visits/travels throughout the course.