Malaysians ramp up AI and digital skills as the country advances its transformation goals – Coursera

Coursera, Inc., a global online learning platform, said Wednesday that Malaysians are ramping up artificial intelligence (AI) and digital skills as the country advances its transformation goals. Coursera who unveiled its 2025 learner trends for Malaysia, based on insights from more than 1 million registered learners, highlighted that this year, Malaysia saw strong momentum across data, AI, project management, cybersecurity, digital marketing, and language learning, reflecting the country’s ongoing transition toward a more digital, connected, and skills-first economy. Malaysia’s national digital agenda echoes these learning patterns, said Coursera. It is noted that the Malaysia Digital Economy Blueprint (MyDIGITAL) sets the ambition to become a regional digital leader by 2030, supported by government efforts to expand digital and AI skills nationwide. These efforts remain timely as World Economic Forum’s Future of Jobs Report 2025 estimates that 41 percent of Malaysia’s core skills will change by 2030, reinforcing the importance of continuous learning as the country advances its digital future. Meanwhile, AI and data continued to anchor Malaysia’s learning. The country recorded one GenAI enrollment every fifteen minutes on Coursera – contributing to more than 61,000 total enrollments to date. Learners enrolled in both foundational courses such as Generative AI for Everyone and Google AI Essentials, as well as more application-based programs including Accelerate Your Job Search with AI and Maximize Productivity With AI Tools. This rapid adoption supports Malaysia’s AI for Rakyat agenda, which aims to strengthen national AI capabilities and ensure broad access to AI-driven opportunities. Beyond AI, Malaysian learners also invested heavily in building capabilities in project execution, cybersecurity, digital marketing, and multilingual communication skills. The diversity of learning signals a workforce building both broad and deep capabilities to meet the demands of increasingly cross-functional roles. “Learners in Malaysia are steadily building the digital and professional skills that will open doors to stronger opportunities and long-term career growth,” said Ashutosh Gupta, Managing Director, Asia Pacific, Coursera. “We’re seeing sustained interest in AI, data, cybersecurity and essential workplace skills – a combination that will anchor the country’s transition toward a more digital and globally competitive workforce, “As Malaysia deepens its skills-first transition, Coursera remains committed to delivering high-quality learning that fuels national growth and shapes the next generation of talent for an AI-powered economy,” he added. Coursera: Malaysia ranks 50th globally, focuses on GenAI skills and leadership skills