- Bachelor of Science Degree majoring in Computer Science from the University of Northern Illinois, USA
- Diploma in Computer Science from Mara Institute of Technology, Malaysia
Working Experience
Datuk Badlisham began his career with Hewlett Packard Group (“HPG”) after his graduation from the USA in 1987. He has progressed well in his career with HPG, being promoted steadily over his 18 years of service where his last position was the Director and Country General Manager of Hewlett Packard Technology Solutions Group in 2005.
On 16 January 2006, Datuk Badlisham was appointed as the Chief Executive Officer (“CEO”) and Non-Independent Director of the Multimedia Development Corporation (MDeC). At the helm of MDeC, Datuk Badlisham has led the development of the National ICT Initiatives for Malaysia. The MSC Malaysia Initiative has evolved and grown, giving rise to over 3,400 ICT companies that are innovative and globally competitive via a thriving ICT ecosystem in Malaysia. The Digital Malaysia Initiative is underway towards a growing and robust digital economy for Malaysia. He was a member of the Ministry of Education's Cluster School Advisory Board. He is co-chair with Y.Bhg. Tan Sri KSN (Ketua Setiausaha Negara) on the Flagship Coordination Committee (FCC) and co-chair of the Ministry of Education Smart School Program.
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