Objectives
Malaysia is globally recognised as a halal hub, yet many organisations still face gaps in halal governance, operational compliance, documentation, and audit readiness. This 2-day Halal Competency programme equips participants with practical knowledge, regulatory understanding, and hands-on tools to implement and manage halal requirements in accordance with JAKIM guidelines, MS standards, and industry best practices.
The programme goes beyond theory, focusing on real workplace application, common non-compliance issues, and readiness for halal certification and audits.
Target Audience
- Halal Committee Members
- Quality Assurance & Compliance Personnel
- Operations, Procurement & Supply Chain Staff
- Food & Beverage, Hospitality, Logistics & Manufacturing Personnel
- Management and Supervisors responsible for halal compliance
Learning Outcomes
- Understand the halal ecosystem in Malaysia and the roles of JAKIM, State Islamic Religious Departments (JAIN/JAIS), and certification bodies
- Interpret key Malaysian Halal Standards (MS) and halal certification requirements
- Identify halal risks, critical control points, and non-compliance issues within operations
- Establish and maintain an effective Halal Assurance System (HAS)
- Prepare organisations for halal certification, surveillance, and audit processes
- Apply halal principles confidently in daily operations, procurement, handling, and documentation
Course Outlines
Day 1 – Halal Fundamentals, Standards & Regulatory Framework
Module 1: Introduction to Halal & Tayyiban (Malaysia Context)
- Halal and Tayyiban concepts in Islam
- Common misconceptions about halal
- Halal as a business, governance, and reputation issue
- Malaysia’s positioning as a global halal hub
Module 2: Malaysia Halal Ecosystem & Regulatory Bodies
- Role of JAKIM, JAIN/JAIS, HDC, and related agencies
- Halal certification flow in Malaysia
- Responsibilities of halal certificate holders
- Legal and reputational consequences of non-compliance
Module 3: Overview of Malaysian Halal Standards (MS)
- Introduction to key Malaysian Halal Standards
- MS 1500 – Food & Beverage
- MS 2400 – Halal Logistics
- MS 2200 – Cosmetics & Personal Care
- Applicability across different industries
- Understanding “shall” vs “should” requirements
Module 4: Halal Control Points & Risk Areas
- Halal Critical Control Points (HCCP)
- Raw materials, ingredients, and suppliers
- Cross-contamination risks
- Storage, handling, processing, and transportation
- Case studies of halal breaches in Malaysia
Day 2 – Halal Assurance System, Documentation & Audit Readiness Module 5: Halal Assurance System (HAS)
- Definition and importance of HAS
- Key components of HAS
- Halal policy
- Halal committee and assigned roles
- Internal halal control system
- Integrating halal requirements into SOPs and QMS
Module 6: Documentation & Record Management
- Mandatory halal documentation
- Supplier verification and traceability
- Halal declarations and supporting evidence
- Common documentation mistakes identified during audits
Module 7: Halal Audit & Certification Readiness
- JAKIM audit process and expectations
- Internal halal audit versus external audit
- Preparing staff for audit interviews
- Managing non-conformities and corrective actions
Module 8: Practical Application & Case Simulation
- Group discussion on halal issues in participants’ organisations
- Simple halal risk assessment exercise
- Best practices from Malaysian industries (F&B, hospitality, logistics, manufacturing)
- Action planning to strengthen halal compliance at the workplace
PRICING:
RM 2,200.00 Per Person (HRD Corp Claimable Course) + 8% SST
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