The Securities Commission Malaysia (SC) has launched the Young Regulators Development Programme (YRDP), in collaboration with Durham University, United Kingdom. The two-week, intensive capacity building programme aims to cultivate a pipeline of skilled talent to support the growth and stability of regional capital markets.
To be held annually from 2025 to 2027 in Kuala Lumpur, this programme targets early-career capital market regulators with three-to-five years of work experience from ASEAN and IOSCO member regulators.
The YRDP serves to enhance young professionals’ competencies and aptitude by providing a strong foundation in capital market regulation and supervision while keeping them updated on emerging trends and best practices.
Speaking at the signing ceremony between the SC and Durham University in Durham, United Kingdom, SC Chairman Dato’ Mohammad Faiz Azmi said that the initiative underscores the SC’s commitment to nurturing talent and strengthening regional regulatory capacity.
“Investing in young regulators is essential to navigating the complexities of today’s dynamic capital markets. It also aligns with the region’s ambitions to build a resilient, well governed and internationally competitive capital market.”
“The YRDP will also foster meaningful connections among fellow regulators, paving the way for closer international collaborations in years to come,” he said.
Durham University, ranked third in the UK and globally recognised for its excellence in law, finance and economics, brings academic rigour and international expertise to the programme.
The course will be led by Dr. Federico Lupo-Pasini, Professor of Financial Law and Director of the MSc Law and Finance, who played a key role in developing the programme, and features guest lecturers and leading industry practitioners.
Professor Volker Roeben, Dean of Durham Law School said, “Durham University offers education that transforms our students, and enables them to transform the world. We look forward to bringing our world-leading academic excellence to this important new programme.
“In addition, we offer an ASEAN Financial Regulators Scholarship, providing financial support for ASEAN regulators pursuing an MSc in Law and Finance at Durham,” he said.
“This empowers young regulators to broaden their knowledge, develop critical analytical and leadership skills, and enhance their career prospects in the evolving financial sector,” he added.
The programme will be structured over two weeks, covering the following core areas:
- Week 1 – Core foundations in capital market development, regulation, and supervision.
- Week 2 – Advanced and cutting-edge themes & trends including digital assets, fintech, cybersecurity, sustainability and ESG, and Islamic finance.
The inaugural cohort will commence in August, with Malaysia as the regional host. This location ensures greater accessibility, cost efficiency, and encourages participation from across Asia Pacific, the Middle East and other jurisdictions.
For more information on the Young Regulators Development Programme, please contact L&D@seccom.com.my.
