MDA d Young Achievers Program 2026
Build Your Digital Marketing Career Now
Work on real brand challenges, get mentored by industry experts, and receive your award alongside with other marketing experts at the d Awards night.
Why You should join us
(Even with zero experience)
learn Effective digital marketing
Understand analytics, social strategy, UGC, trendjacking & campaign design.
build commercial campaign
Apply your ideas to a real brand case, just like an agency
get mentored by industry expert
Receive feedback and career-ready insights from MDA practitioners
Attend and receive awards
Top team will be invited to attend the industries prestige stage
Networking opportunity among peers
Network, collaborate, and build friendships with driven young marketers
Your 2-Phase Journey
Feb - Mar
Phase 1:
Elimination Round
- 3 online masterclasses
- Learn digital marketing fundamentals
- Submit your campaign proposal
- Top 10 teams advance to Phase 2
Mar - May
Phase 2:
Final
Challenge
- Mentorship Session
- Real brand case challenge
- Pitch your ideas to industry judges
June
Awards
Night
Winners awarded at the d Awards
Programme Fee
Programme Fee / Team: RM 150
(3-5 Students Per Team)
What’s included
- 3 expert-led masterclass
- Full access to learning materials
- Phase 1 participation
-
Mentor pairing for top 10
teams
- Branding & campaign development
- In-person final pitch opportunity
- Stage recognition for winners
- Professional portfolio output
Eligibility
Open to all university students in Malaysia
Team of 3-5 students
No prior marketing experience required
All faculties are welcome
(Marketing, Business, IT, Engineering, Communications, etc.)
Program fee applies
Important Dates
- 8 Dec 25
Registration Opens
- 26 Jan 26
Registration Close
- Feb-Mar 26
Phase 1
- Mar-May 26
Phase 2
- May 26
Final Pitch
- Jun 26
Awards Night
FAQ
Do I need marketing experience?
Nope, you don’t need to have any marketing experience. This is open to all faculties. You don’t need to study business, marketing/advertising to join.
How big should a team be?
3-5 members per team.
Can I join as an individual?
It’s a team work! So you will need need 3–5 members per team.
Can I join if I'm a foreign student in Malaysia?
Yes! As long as you’re based in Malaysia.
Is this free?
This is not free. Fee is required.
What is the program fee?
RM150 per team (3–5 students)
Is the fee per student or per team?
Per team (3-5 students)
When do we pay?
Payment instructions will be emailed upon registration.
Can a university pay on behalf of the team?
Yes, institutions may sponsor their student teams.
Are classes online or in-person?
Classes are online, except for the final pitch. Final pitch will be in-person at Kuala Lumpur.
Ready to join?
Bring your team and start your journey
Have further questions? Contact us here:
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