
Understanding the Definition of Wages - Webinar
This seminar provides an in-depth understanding of the legal definition and practical implications of wages under key Malaysian employment regulations, including the Employment Act 1955, the Employees Provident Fund (EPF), the Social Security Organization (SOCSO), and the Employment Insurance System (EIS).
Participants will learn how wages are calculated, the components that constitute wages, and those excluded from wage calculations. The course also covers critical topics such as determining wage eligibility for overtime payments, lawful deductions, and employer compliance with statutory obligations.
With a strong focus on practical applications, this course equips HR professionals, payroll specialists, and business owners with the essential knowledge to navigate wage-related challenges effectively and ensure compliance with legal requirements.
By the end of the seminar, participants will:
- Have a comprehensive understanding of wages.
- Learn wage components and calculations.
- How to comply with wage-related obligations.
- Learn how to navigate wage-related challenges with the use of practical applications.
Contents
- Introduction to Wage Regulations
- Definition of Wages by Key Regulations
- Components of Wages
- Wage Calculation for Statutory Contributions
- Wage Considerations for Overtime Payments
- Lawful Deductions and Advance Payments
- Minimum Wage Regulations and Compliance
- Wage Policies for Different Employment Categories
- Computing Incomplete Wages and Payment Timelines
- Q&A and Practical Case Discussions
Targeted Participants
- Human Resource (HR) Professionals
- Payroll Specialists
- Business Owners and Employers
- Finance and Accounting Professionals
- Industrial Relations (IR) Practitioners
- Legal Advisors and Compliance Officers
- Trade Union Representatives
- Academics and Students

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Course Modules
Programme Details
Date: 24 March 2025, Monday
Time: 3.00pm – 4.30pm
Registration Price: FREE (Live Webinar)
Speaker: Arulkumar Singaraveloo
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About The Trainer
Mr. Arulkumar Singaraveloo

Arulkumar Singaraveloo brings over 23 years of progressive HR experience across diverse industries, including a world-leading semiconductor organization, the largest nitrile glove manufacturer, oil & gas, education & training, and transportation technology. He holds a bachelor’s degree in engineering from Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (UTM) and an MBA from the University of Strathclyde, Scotland.
In his corporate career, Arul has served as a HR General Manager and Human Resources Director (Business Consulting Services), establishing himself as a strategic Business HR Leader. He excels in aligning HR strategies with business goals, ensuring effective delivery of HR initiatives. Arul is well-versed in business operations and regulatory compliance, particularly within the Malaysian context.
His expertise spans key HR functions, including business partnering, recruitment, training and development, employee relations (IR/ER), talent management, performance management, and compensation & benefits management.
Arul has successfully built HR teams from the ground up, led labour and social compliance frameworks, and developed systematic approaches to ensure social compliance. Renowned for his practical approach to managing HR and industrial relations challenges, he delivers logical, effective, and actionable solutions tailored to modern business needs. His leadership has introduced tactical strategies to foster high-performing HR teams.
As the co-founder of Malaysia HR Forum, a rapidly growing HR platform with over 48,700 members, Arul contributes significantly to the professional development of HR practitioners and business leaders. He also advises CEOs on HR strategies and organizational transformation, sharing his insights through speaking engagements and consultations.