southern malaysia - Malaysian Institute of Accountants

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The event of the year
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professions in Southern Malaysia
10 & 11 SEPTEMBER 2007
REGIONAL CONFERENCE 2007
SOUTHERN MALAYSIA:
DRIVING REGIONAL
ECONOMIC GROWTH
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for your business strategy
PERSADA JOHOR INTERNATIONAL
CONVENTION CENTRE, JOHOR BAHRU
TO BE OFFICIATED BY :
Y.A.B. DATO’ HAJI ABDUL GHANI OTHMAN
MENTERI BESAR JOHOR
SPONSORS & SUPPORTERS :
AXP SOLUTIONS SDN BHD • YGL MULTIMEDIA RESOURCES SDN BHD • EA LINK SYSTEM SDN BHD • SUNWAY COLLEGE JOHOR SDN BHD • CRESCENDO INTERNATIONAL COLLEGE SDN BHD
REGIONAL CONFERENCE 2007–JOHOR BAHRU
The Malaysian Institute of Accountants’ Regional Conferences have always been the
highlight in the calendar of every finance professional and business leader in the various
regions of Malaysia and neighbouring countries.
Previously held in Penang, Sabah and Sarawak, this year’s Regional Conference will be
held in Johor Bahru, at the state’s prestigious Persada Johor International Convention
Centre. Y.A.B. Dato’ Haji Abdul Ghani Othman, Menteri Besar Johor, will officiate the
Conference.
SOUTHERN MALAYSIA:
DRIVING REGIONAL ECONOMIC GROWTH
The Conference, with a special focus on the Iskandar Development Region of Johor, will
benefit the region’s professional and business community. It gives you a rare opportunity
to meet and learn from some of Malaysia’s top professionals, corporate and business
leaders. You will also have the opportunity to network with professionals and business
leaders from diverse industries and specialisations during the Gala Dinner.
This is truly an event you cannot afford to miss!
Why can’t Johor, which is only a strip of water away from Singapore, be
as prosperous and progressive as the city-state?—Datuk Seri Abdullah Ahmad Badawi
REGIONAL CONFERENCE 2007
Dato’ Ikmal Hijaz Hashim
SPEAKERS’ PROFILE
CEO, Iskandar Regional Development Authority
After serving for 15 years in the Administrative and
Diplomatic Service, he has since chalked up an extensive
experience in the property and development sector,
including at UEM, Faber and PLUS. He was also Group
MD/CEO of Pos Malaysia prior to his present posting.
Tan Sri Dato’ Muhammad Ali Hashim
En. Harun Hj. Johari
Dr. Veerinderjeet Singh
Group CEO, Johor Corporation
A Ph.D. in Entrepreneurship, his illustrious career has
seen him on the Boards of many corporations, bodies and
Chambers of Commerce. His tenacity, entrepreneurial
verve and visionary leadership was crucial in building
Johor Corporation into a leading Malaysian conglomerate.
CEO, Port of Tanjung Pelepas
Prior to PTP, he was with Shell for 28 years where he
served as VP of a global unit, and as the Global Advisor
for Health, Safety and Environment at its HQ in London.
His first two years at PTP was focussed on growth, and
building upon the port’s successes since its inception.
MD, Taxand Malaysia Sdn Bhd
President of MIT, Chairman of International Fiscal
Association (Malaysia branch), and Council Member
of MICPA. His extensive experience in tax matters has
seen him serve in public sectors, academia and private
sectors.
Mr. Chew Seng Kok
Mr. John Zinkin
Dato’ Dr. Abdul Shukor Abdul Rahman
Managing Partner, Zaid Ibrahim & Co
A leading lawyer in advising foreign and local sponsors,
lenders and Governments on the legal aspects of major
privatisation projects and transactions in Asia and
Malaysia, including advising Khazanah on the legal aspects
in establishing the Iskandar Regional Development.
CEO, SIDC / Deputy Chairman, ICR Malaysia
He has 36 years experience in senior management and
corporate strategy / business development positions in
multinational manufacturing, marketing and consulting
companies. He was also responsible for the MBA
programme at University of Nottingham in Malaysia.
Director General, MARDI
His career of 29 years with MARDI has seen him in
many senior management positions. He has published
over 20 papers that are referred to by both local and
international journals. He has also received many local
and international awards.
Dato’ Mamat Salleh
Puan Noor Izzah Mansor
En. Wan Abdullah Wan Ibrahim
CEO, Malaysian Palm Oil Association
Executive Board Member–RSPO, Chairman of the LifeCycle Assessment Working Committee on Agro-Industry,
and the former Deputy Director General of MPOB. He has
over 35 years in public service, including at such bodies
as UDA, NALDA, FAMA and PORLA.
State Director, IRB, Johor
With 31 years at IRB, her extensive experience in taxation
has been invaluable while attached to the Malaysian
Tax Academy where she trained Assessment Officers.
She also lectures at University Technology MARA and
regularly speaks at IRBM organised training sessions.
MD, UEM Land Sdn Bhd
An accountant by qualification, he has over 20 years
experience in the property development industry.
While at Kumpulan Guthrie, he was responsible for the
conceptualisation and planning of the Guthrie Corridor
Planned Communities—an area of 11,650 acres.
En. Nik Mohd Hasyudeen Yusoff
Dato’ Khalid Ahmad
Mr. Boey Tak Kong
Executive Chairman, KHR Business Advisory Sdn Bhd
VP of MIA, member of Malaysian Accounting Standards
Board, CPA Australia’s Board Public Practice Committee.
He has made presentations on globalisation, business
strategy, corporate governance, risk management and
professional practice, both locally and abroad.
President, ACCA Malaysia Advisory Committee
ACCA Malaysia Advisory Committee President, Adjunct
Professor at UiTM, Board member of TPM, and former
Executive Chairman of MRCB. He is best-known as a key
mover in some of Malaysia’s mega corporate deals in the
past, and for ground-breaking ideas such as KL Sentral.
Director, Green Packet Bhd
A director of several corporations, he has over 23
years of extensive hands-on expertise in the areas of
strategy definition and implementation, internal audit
and assurance, process improvement and performance
management activities.
Mr. Nigel Goodwin
Mr. V.S. Pandian
Ms. Lee Li Ming
Consultant, MarkPlus & Co
A consultant, corporate trainer and author, his forte is
in the areas of strategy, marketing, entrepreneurship
and innovation. He has advised many start-ups,
multinationals and UN agencies in North America, Africa
and Southeast Asia.
CEO, FranklinCovey Malaysia
Principal Consultant and Licensee of FranklinCovey Inc.
in Malaysia and Brunei. He serves as lead facilitator for
FranklinCovey’s acclaimed The 7 Habits program, and
has presented the program and FranklinCovey’s other
curriculum in Malaysia, Thailand and India.
ED, Ernst & Young Tax Consultants Sdn Bhd
She has vast experience in tax compliance and advisory
work, and is extensively involved in new company setups, tax incentives, including the seeking of ministerial
exemptions. She is a frequent speaker at seminars, and
conducts trainings on various tax issues.
Mr. Tai Lai Kok
Mr. George Stewart LaBrooy
En. Md Aizat Teh
ED, KPMG Tax Services
Responsible for tax operations at KPMG’s JB office. He
has extensive experience in tax compliance and advisory
work, and his main areas of specialization include
manufacturing, financial institutions, privatisation,
corporate restructuring/planning and RPG tax planning.
ED, Axis-REIT Managers Bhd
With over 20 years in top management positions, he
had played a key role in the listing of Malaysia’s first
REIT, Axis-REIT. He is a prominent speaker and regular
presenter on the subject of REITs at seminars in Malaysia,
Singapore and Hong Kong.
CEO, Purefit Golf Company Sdn Bhd
An accountant by qualification, he has served in senior
management positions at many corporations both locally
and abroad. He is presently the Founder and CEO of his
own company that designs and markets golf equipment
worldwide.
Dr. Dionysius Sharma
Mr. Ravee Vasu
En. Shahrin Shaik Mohd
CEO, WWF Malaysia
With WWF since 1990, he is a prolific author of journals,
reports and books on wildlife conservation, and sits in
a number of Councils and Committes on conservation.
He is a much sought-after speaker both nationally and
internationally.
Finance Director, Philips Lumileds Lighting Company
A Fellow of CIMA (UK) and CA (Malaysia). He is highly
experienced, with over 19 years serving with MNCs in all
aspects of financial accounting, management accounting
and financial management. He led Philips Lumileds
Lighting to win the Excellence Award of NAfMA 2006.
Manager, Securities Commission Malaysia
Manager in the Trusts and Investment Management
Department of the Securities Commission, he is actively
involved in research and development projects to ensure
the continued growth of the collective investment
scheme industry in Malaysia.
BENEFITS OF ATTENDING
WHO SHOULD ATTEND
This not-to-be-missed inaugural event in Southern Malaysia is expected to be one of
the largest gatherings of professionals and business leaders in the southern region
of Malaysia.
All Finance Professionals
Chief Executive Officers
Directors
General Managers
Senior Managers
Business Managers
Corporate Planners
Investors
Entrepreneurs
Senior Government Officials
Participants will be updated with the latest information on selected investment
and business opportunities coupled with the economic development and trends of
Southern Malaysia, in particular the Iskandar Development Region of Johor; and gain
valuable insights on international best practices for efficient business management,
professional and personal development, and other business related matters.
The Gala Dinner provides an excellent platform for networking among professionals
and business leaders from diverse industries and specialisations.
REGIONAL CONFERENCE 2007 | PROGRAMME SCHEDULE
DAY 1: MONDAY, 10 SEPTEMBER 2007
08.00 a.m.
Registration and Exhibition Viewing
09.00 a.m.
Welcome Address
Mr. Sam Soh Siong Hoon, Conference Chairman
09.05 a.m.
Special Address
Y.B. Dato’ Shahrir Abd. Samad, Member of Parliament, Johor Bahru
09.30 a.m.
10.30 a.m.
11.15 a.m.
12.15 p.m.
02.15 p.m.
03.15 p.m.
04.00 p.m.
Plenary
Session 1
Iskandar Development Region–Update and Investment Opportunities
Dato’ Ikmal Hijaz Hashim, CEO, Iskandar Regional Development Authority
Iskandar Development Region–Incentives for Investors
Dr. Veerinderjeet Singh, MD,Taxand Malaysia Sdn Bhd
Plenary
Session 2
NETWORKING COFFEE AND EXHIBITION VIEWING
Iskandar Development Region
–What Do Investors Say?
En. Wan Abdullah Wan Ibrahim, MD, UEM Land Sdn Bhd
Iskandar Development Region
–Its Unique Features as an Investment Avenue
Mr. Chew Seng Kok, Managing Partner, Zaid Ibrahim & Co
Plenary
Session 3
NETWORKING LUNCH AND EXHIBITION VIEWING
Reinventing the Agricultural Sector
–Business Opportunities for Malaysian Companies
Dato’ Dr. Abdul Shukor Abdul Rahman, Director General, MARDI
Reinventing the Agricultural Sector
–Biodiesel From the Palm Oil Industry
Dato’ Mamat Salleh, CEO, Malaysian Palm Oil Association
Plenary
Session 4
NETWORKING COFFEE AND EXHIBITION VIEWING
Climate Change and Its Consequences:
Why Should We Care and What Can Business Do About it?
Mr. John Zinkin, CEO, SIDC / Deputy Chairman, ICR Malaysia
Climate Change and Its Consequences:
Climate Solutions–WWF’s Vision for 2050
Dr. Dionysius Sharma, CEO, WWF Malaysia
05.00 p.m.
05.15 p.m.
BREAK
07.00 p.m.
BREAK AND EXHIBITION VIEWING
BUDGET 2008 Highlights and Tax Updates
Puan Noor Izzah Mansor, State Director, IRB, Johor; Mr. Tai Lai Kok, ED, KPMG Tax Services Sdn Bhd; Ms. Lee Li Ming, ED, Ernst & Young Tax Consultants Sdn Bhd
GALA DINNER / ANNUAL DINNER OF MALAYSIAN INSTITUTE OF ACCOUNTANTS, JOHOR BRANCH
08.00 p.m.
Welcome Address by Mr. Roland S.C. Choong, Chairman, Malaysian Institute of Accountants, Johor Branch
08.05 p.m.
Key Note Address by Y.A.B. Dato’ Haji Abdul Ghani Othman, Menteri Besar Johor
08.30 p.m.
Dinner and Entertainment
10.00 p.m.
END OF DAY 1
09.00 a.m.
10.00 a.m.
10.30 a.m.
11.30 a.m.
12.30 p.m.
02.30 p.m.
03.30 p.m.
04.00 p.m.
05.00 p.m.
Concurrent
Session 1
DAY 2: TUESDAY, 11 SEPTEMBER 2007
TRACK A
TRACK B
Leadership Greatness–The 8th Habit Way
Mr. V.S. Pandian, CEO, FranklinCovey Malaysia
Business Strategy Within and Beyond Johor
Tan Sri Dato’ Muhammad Ali Hashim, Group CEO, Johor Corporation
NETWORKING COFFEE AND EXHIBITION VIEWING
Concurrent
Session 2
Real Estate Investment Trust (REIT)–What’s New?
En. Shahrin Shaik Mohd, Manager, Securities Commission Malaysia
Mr. George Stewart LaBrooy, ED, Axis-REIT Managers Bhd
Innovation Plus Marketing Equals to Growth
Mr. Nigel Goodwin, Consultant, MarkPlus & Co
Concurrent
Session 3
How Important Are Tax Incentives to MNCs Today?
Mr. Aurobindo Ponniah, Head–Asia Pacific, IBFD Asia Sdn Bhd
Management Accounting–Tools for Superior Business Performance
and Value Creation
Mr. Ravee Vasu, Finance Director, Philips Lumileds Lighting Company Sdn Bhd
(winner of the Excellence Award of NAfMA 2006)
NETWORKING LUNCH AND EXHIBITION VIEWING
Concurrent
Session 4
Southern Malaysia as an International Integrated Logistics Hub
En. Harun Hj. Johari, CEO, Port of Tanjung Pelepas
Managing Business Risk in a Global Environment
Mr. Boey Tak Kong, Director, Green Packet Bhd
NETWORKING COFFEE AND EXHIBITION VIEWING
Plenary
Session 5
Paradigm Shift for Accountants–From Pure Accounting to Business Focus
A forum on business frontiers, with a panel that includes:
Dato’ Khalid Ahmad, President, ACCA Malaysia Advisory Committee; En. Md Aizat Teh, CEO, Purefit Golf Company Sdn Bhd
En. Nik Mohd Hasyudeen Yusoff, Executive Chairman, KHR Business Advisory Sdn Bhd
END OF CONFERENCE
REGISTRATION FORM REGIONAL CONFERENCE 2007–JOHOR BAHRU
REGISTER ONLINE AT www.mia.org.my
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DRIVING REGIONAL ECONOMIC GROWTH
PERSADA JOHOR INTERNATIONAL CONVENTION CENTRE
10 & 11 SEPTEMBER 2007 (MONDAY & TUESDAY)
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CONFERENCE FEES
• Group Discount is applicable for three or more persons from the
same organisation.
• Registration includes conference sessions and materials,
admission to exhibition hall, refreshments, luncheons,
Gala Dinner and entertainment.
• Additional tickets for the Gala Dinner on 10 September 2007,
can be purchased at the price of RM100 per ticket or RM1,000
per table. Tickets must be purchased prior to the Conference,
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Certificate of Attendance, and for MIA members the CPE hours will be
credited in the Membership System within 2 weeks of the Conference.
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venue, cancel the programme or part of it and/or make alternative
arrangements without prior notice, should circumstances beyond its
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About the Main Sponsor
Iskandar Regional Development Authority
The Iskandar Development Region (IDR), a special economic
zone located in Johor, covers the logistic triangle of Senai Airport to the north, Port of Tanjung Pelepas (South West) and
Johor Port in Pasir Gudang (South East), encompassing an area
of 2,217 sq km.
The area has excellent links through the North-South Expressway, road and rail links to Singapore, air links and sea links to
Indonesia, and the Asian region.
IDR aspires to be a strong, sustainable metropolis of international standing.
And to achieve its vision, five main strategic pillars have been
identified, namely:
1 International Rim Positioning
2 Establishing hard and soft infrastructure enablers
6 Financial Advisory & Consulting Services
Furthermore, qualifying companies in these six targeted sectors will be eligible for the following fiscal incentives:
• Exemptions from corporate income tax for activities within
these zones and outside Malaysia, for 10 years upon commencement of operations; and
• Exemptions from withholding tax on certain payments for 10
3 Investments in catalyst projects
years upon commencement of operations, provided that such
4 Establishing a strong institutional framework and the cre-
operations commence before the end of 2015.
ation of a strong regulatory authority, the Iskandar Regional
Furthermore, qualifying companies will enjoy:
Development Authority or IRDA
• Firstly, exemption from Foreign Investment Committee (FIC)
5 Ensuring socio-economic equity and buy-in from the local
population
The Malaysian government has identified the services sector to be the key economic driver in the IDR, and this sector
offers excellent investment opportunities, estimated to contribute US$10 billion to the region.
The following will be given special focus for investment purposes in the IDR:
1 Tourism
rules;
• Secondly, freedom to source capital globally; and
• Thirdly, unrestricted employment of foreign employees within
the approved zones.
Another key component of the IDR is the creation of a onestop fast-track mechanism agency — Iskandar Regional Development Authority (IRDA) — to provide a facilitative environment for investors and consumers.
The Federal and State Governments will play a major role in
2 Education Services
facilitating the creation of an investor-friendly environment
3 Healthcare
through, among other things, immigration, education, tax, land
4 Logistics
and close liaison with local authorities.
5 Creative Industries
For further information, please visit www.irda.com.my
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REGIONAL CONFERENCE 2007 SPECIAL SEGMENT
About the Sponsors
RHB ISLAMIC Bank
RHB Islamic Bank Berhad
RHB ISLAMIC Bank, a wholly owned subsidiary of RHB Bank, first opened its doors to customers on 16 March 2005.
It is the first full-fledged Islamic bank to mature from the Islamic banking window operations of a conventional bank. RHB ISLAMIC
offers the full range of Shariah-compliant banking and financial products and services, available at not only the more than 180 RHB
Bank branches nationwide and dedicated centres in strategic locations, but also through RHB PhoneBanking and Internet Banking
facilities. It has won a number of international awards for its innovative range of products.
RHB ISLAMIC’s corporate office is at Level 11, Menara Yayasan Tun Razak, Jalan Bukit Bintang, Kuala Lumpur.
For further information, please visit www.rhbislamicbank.com.my
AXP Solutions Sdn. Bhd
AXP Solutions Sdn. Bhd. holds MSC status and is the premier provider of affordable auditing and management software.
Our software, namely Audit Express, consisting of Professional Audit Module, Client Management Module and Management Information System Module, has been developed to support audit practitioners in a cost effective way to manage audit engagements.
Our management team consists of qualified accountants, ex-auditors and members of various professional bodies. In addition, our
company is an ACCA (UK) Accredited Employer and NZICA (New Zealand) Approved Training Organisation. With a team of qualified
and well trained professionals, we are committed to assisting our clients in creating value for both themselves and their clients.
For further information, please visit www.myAXP.com or contact us at 1300 882 AXP(297).
Johor Corporation
Johor Corporation is a state-owned, autonomous, market-driven corporate entity that provides employment opportunities
to more than 50,000 people. It is among the nation’s largest conglomerates with core businesses in palm oil and
oleochemicals, healthcare, property development and intrapreneur ventures. Other businesses include industrial development, intrapreneur business development, property management, hotels and resorts business and local authority management services.
The growth and success of Johor Corporation is testimony to the enrepreneurial drive and business acumen of its intrapreneurs and
professional managers at more than 250 companies and nine public-listed entities.
With the successful acquisition of QSR brands and KFC Holdings Bhd, Johor Corporation recently became a national and regional
market leader in the foods retailing business as well.
As a national market leader in several of its core businesses, Johor Corporation is on track to becoming one of Malaysia’s leading
corporate contributors to national economic growth and prosperity. Today it is a successful “Community of Enterprises,” focused on
growing people as it grows the organisation.
For further information, please visit www.jcorp.com.my
The Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA)
CIMA (The Chartered Institute of Management Accountants) is the only international accountancy body with a
sole focus on business. It is a world leading professional institute that offers an internationally recognised qualification in management
accountancy, focusing on accounting in business in both the private and public sectors. It is the voice of over 158,000 students and members in 161 countries. CIMA is responsible for the education and training of management accountants who work in industry, commerce
and not-for-profit bodies and has more members in the public sector than any other UK- based body. CIMA prides itself on the commercial
relevance of its syllabus, which is in tune with the activities of high performance organisations, and evolves continually to reflect the latest
developments in global business. According to independent research conducted by the University of Bath School of Management, CIMA’s
syllabus and examination structure are the most relevant to the needs of business of all the accountancy bodies assessed. See the CIMA
Difference report for further information at www.cimaglobal.com/thecimadifference. CIMA is committed to upholding the highest ethical
and professional standards of members and students, and to maintaining public confidence in management accountancy.
For further information, please visit www.cimaglobal.com
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NATIONAL
ACCOUNTANTS
CONFERENCE
2007
THE MEGA EVENT OF THE YEAR FOR
FINANCIAL & BUSINESS LEADERS!
KUALA LUMPUR CONVENTION CENTRE
12 & 13 NOVEMBER 2007
Are you leading your organisation towards excellence—
benchmarking your processes against the world’s best?
ORGANISED BY
Have you set your sights on and put in place the requisite
metrics to achieve a truly world-class performance?
Business-as-usual no longer cuts it, even if your present processes have served you well.
Discover what it takes to achieve world-class performance at the National Accountants
Conference 2007—the MEGA EVENT of the year for financial and business leaders!
Among the highlights at this year’s Conference are: The Economic Outlook for 2008/09,
Doing Business in Indochina, Global Updates on Islamic Finance, Technology Updates,
Towards Customer Centric Public Sector, Implementing IFRSs, Climate Change, and more.
PLATINUM SPONSORS
HRDF
KINDLY APPLY UNDER THE SBL SCHEME
GOLD SPONSORS
REGISTRATION FORM
register online at www.mia.org.my/nac
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NATIONAL ACCOUNTANTS
CONFERENCE 2007
KUALA LUMPUR CONVENTION CENTRE
12 & 13 NOVEMBER 2007 (MONDAY & TUESDAY)
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BENEFITS OF ATTENDING
The National Accountants Conference (NAC) 2007, organised by MIA for
the 23rd successive year, is an important event in the calendar of any
accountant, finance professional and business leader.
NAC 2007 provides a rare opportunity for you to learn first-hand from
some of our country’s leading professionals, administrators and business
leaders. You will gain valuable insights on how you can achieve worldclass performance in the face of challenges and opportunities coming
our way.
NAC 2007 also provides an ideal platform for you to network with
professionals and business leaders.
WHO SHOULD ATTEND
All Finance Professionals, CEOs, Directors, GMs, Business Managers, Corporate
Planners, Investors, Entrepreneurs and Senior Government Officials
TERMS & CONDITIONS
CONFERENCE FEES
• Normal rate will be applicable after 14 September 2007 for unpaid early
bird registrations.
• Registration includes conference sessions and materials, admission to
exhibition hall, refreshments, luncheons and entertainment.
PAYMENT
Please make cheque/bank draft payable to “MIA-CPE”; state your name,
phone number and “NAC 2007” at the back of cheque; and send to :
Malaysian Institute of Accountants
Dewan Akauntan
No. 2, Jalan Tun Sambanthan 3, Brickfields, 50470 Kuala Lumpur
EARLY BIRD DISCOUNT
Only limited seats available. Register and pay before 14 September 2007
and SAVE RM100 per person.
CPE CREDIT HOURS
16 credit hours are awarded. Participants will be presented with a Certificate
of Attendance, and for MIA members the CPE hours will be credited in the
Membership System within 2 weeks after the Conference.
REFUND OF FEES
All cancellations of registration must be made in writing.
If cancellations are received:
• more than 14 days before the event: a full refund of the fee less
10% administrative charges will be given
• 7–14 days before the event: a 50% refund of the fee will be given
• Less than 7 days before the event: no refund will be given however
i. a substitute delegate is welcomed to take your seat, or
ii. a set of conference documentation in a satchel/folder will be given
DISCLAIMER
The Organiser reserves the right to change the speakers, date, venue, cancel
the programme or part of it and/or make alternative arrangements without prior
notice, should circumstances beyond its control arise.
Upon signing the registration form, you are deemed to have understood and
agreed to the above terms and conditions.
IMPORTANT NOTICE
Payment is required with registration and must be received prior to the
conference to guarantee your place.
Registration without payment will not be processed.
ENQUIRIES & REGISTRATION
tel 03-2279 9200 | fax 03-2273 5167 | email nac@mia.org.my
• Cik Maria at ext 333 | email maria@mia.org.my
• Ms Yoges at ext 332 | email yoges@mia.org.my
SPONSORSHIP & EXHIBITION OPPORTUNITIES
tel 03-2279 9200 | fax 03-2279 9386 | email promotion@mia.org.my
• Cik Mazni at ext 262 | email mazni@mia.org.my
• Cik Hani at ext 324 | email hani@mia.org.my
VEGETARIAN
NAME :
DESIGNATION :
MIA MEMBERSHIP NO. :
EMAIL :
VEGETARIAN
ORGANISATION’S DETAILS & APPROVAL
ORGANISATION :
INDUSTRY :
ADDRESS :
POSTCODE :
STATE :
CONTACT PERSON :
TEL :
EMAIL :
FAX :
COMPANY STAMP & SIGNATURE
DATE :
FEE SCHEDULE & PAYMENT DETAILS
MEMBER
NON-MEMBER
NORMAL
EARLY BIRD
EARLY BIRD
NORMAL
FEE
RM 1,100
RM 1,200
RM 1,200
RM 1,300
ATTENDEES
x
x
x
x
SUB-TOTAL
TOTAL PAYABLE
RM
RM
Early Bird registration: on or before 14 September 2007
PAYMENT BY CHEQUE
CHEQUE NO :
BANK :
Make cheque payable to “MIA-CPE”. Please write NAC 2007, your name and tel no. at the back of the cheque.
PAYMENT BY CREDIT CARD
CARD ISSUER :
VISA
CARD NO. :
MASTER
–
EXPIRY DATE :
–
/
–
NAME OF CARDHOLDER :
SIGNATURE (as per card’s signature)
SILVER SPONSORS
OFFICIAL BUSINESS PUBLICATION
Please tell us how you got to know about this event:
Mailers
Accountants Today
Tele-Marketing
Email News
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Friends/Colleagues
MIA Website
Others (please specify)
OFFICIAL DAILY
FOR OFFICE USE ONLY
Date Received :
Reg No
:
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