Industrial training report: Kulim (Malaysia) Berhad

This report provides an overview of Kulim (Malaysia) Berhad, a leading agribusiness company in Malaysia, focusing on its operations, strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats. Kulim’s core activities include agrofood, and livestock rearing. The company operates across multiple locations, including its headquarters in Ulu Tiram, Johor, and a secondary office at Komtar JBCC. With a vision to be a progressive and respected agribusiness leader, Kulim emphasizes sustainable growth, operational excellence, and social responsibility. During a six-month industrial training in the Human Resources (HR) Department, some knowledge was gained into HR functions, including payroll processing, data management, and employee engagement. This experience emphasizes the importance of collaboration, adaptability, and maintaining high ethical standards in achieving organizational objectives. Kulim’s strengths include its well-established reputation and extensive industry network, which enhance its competitive positioning. However, challenges such as insufficient designated workspaces and weak internet connectivity hinder operational efficiency. The company has opportunities to take advantage of rising global demand for raw materials and enhance its brand equity through rural job creation. Nevertheless, threats such as decreased demand and increase agricultural input costs require risk management.