Privacy Policy

When you register with the Malaysian Institute of Human Resource Management (MIHRM), it is necessary for you to provide certain personal data to enable us to process your registration. By submitting this data, you consent to its use in accordance with the provisions outlined in this policy and in compliance with the Personal Data Protection Act 2010 (PDPA) of Malaysia. Your personal data will be treated with the utmost confidentiality and used solely for legitimate purposes. This policy is effective from 1 January 2023 incorporated with the Amendment 2024 and shall remain in force unless superseded by updates published by MIHRM.

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Collection of Personal Data

All personal data submitted to MIHRM is provided voluntarily. Should you choose not to furnish the required information, you may opt out of registering for or utilising our services. In addition to the data you provide, MIHRM may obtain publicly available information to enhance its services, improve marketing initiatives, customise user experiences, and conduct surveys. These activities aim to deliver value-added services tailored to user preferences.

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Categories of Personal Data

MIHRM collects personal data such as your name, contact details, gender, and banking information, which are required for service provision. Data such as addresses or transaction details may also be collected when necessary for specific services. MIHRM does not collect sensitive personal data, including race, religion, or marital status, unless explicitly required and with your prior consent.

Data generated through the use of our services, including location data, communication history, and transaction records, will be utilised solely for internal purposes to improve service delivery.

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Security of Personal Data

MIHRM takes reasonable and appropriate measures to protect personal data against unauthorised access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction, adhering to industry standards and best practices. Users are encouraged to promptly notify MIHRM of any suspected data breaches to enable immediate remedial action.

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Usage and Disclosure of Personal Data

MIHRM is committed to safeguarding your privacy. Personal data will not be disclosed to third parties without prior consent, except where required by law or where disclosure is necessary for the fulfilment of services. In compliance with the PDPA, MIHRM will cooperate with local authorities or enforcement agencies when legally mandated.

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Event Registrations

By registering for MIHRM events, you consent to the sharing of relevant information with sponsors, partners, and exhibitors to facilitate the organisation and execution of such events.

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Transfer of Personal Data

Your personal data will not be transferred to external parties without your explicit consent. In circumstances where data sharing is required by law, MIHRM will act in accordance with the relevant legal provisions. As MIHRM’s servers may be located outside Malaysia, you consent to the transfer of your personal data across borders for the purposes of service delivery.

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Cookie Policy

MIHRM utilises cookies on its website to monitor user activity and enhance the browsing experience. Cookies collect data such as pages visited and time spent on the website. This information is used for statistical analysis and website customisation. You can disable cookies via your internet browser settings. Please note that cookies do not provide MIHRM with access to your computer or personal data.

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Links to External Websites

MIHRM’s website may contain links to third-party websites. MIHRM is not responsible for the privacy practices of these external websites. Users are advised to review the privacy policies of any linked websites before providing their personal data.

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Withdrawal of Consent

Users may withdraw their consent to process personal data at any time by terminating their account or unsubscribing from MIHRM’s services. MIHRM will cease the processing of your personal data upon receipt of such withdrawal, except where retention is required by law.

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Acknowledgement and Amendments

By registering with MIHRM and utilising its services, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agreed to the terms of this policy. MIHRM reserves the right to amend this policy from time to time and will publish updates on its official website. Continued use of MIHRM’s services following such amendments constitutes acceptance of the revised terms. In the event of any discrepancies between the English version and other translations, the English version shall prevail.