I was taken on a tour of this wonderful, this creative centre. I am confident that both Limkokwing University and Malaysia Design Innovation Centre will play a leading role in developing skilled human resource in the creative fields for the benefits of the Malaysia and the wider world. I am sure you will do as you have promised – your university will be the centre of excellence, not just the best in Malaysia but the best in the region and, hopefully, one of the best in the world. Tun Abdullah Haji Ahmad Badawi Former Prime Minister, Malaysia, 2004
And I’m very very happy, most grateful, when Tan Sri Lim Kok Wing personally just now, has declared to all of us that his university is ready to help us in order to promote the Malaysian brand abroad. Tun Abdullah Haji Ahmad Badawi Former Prime Minister, Malaysia, 2005
We decided to place you here in Limkokwing because we believe that this is the right place for you to get that kind of education, to make you the innovative and creative thinkers that we need for this nation. The moment you step into Limkokwing you can’t help but feeling enthusiastic about the whole notion of being creative. Everything here is different; it is not the run-of-the-mill university. I am sure you will be imbued with the right kind of ambience thinking. The cultural milieu here is exciting. Imagine the chance of studying with students from 65 countries in Limkokwing. Imagine what that will do to you in terms of benefits, the interaction you get with different cultural backgrounds of other students. YB Dato’ Sri Mohd Najib Tun Razak Prime Minister, Malaysia, 2005
Tan Sri Lim Kok Wing is among the people who shared my views. He believed as I do, in the abilities of the Malaysians. This enabled us to get along very well and to work together on the process of convincing Malaysians that they can do what others can do and probably do it better. Tun Dr Mahathir bin Mohamad Former Prime Minister, Malaysia, 2000
I believe and I agree with the vision of the university and the information that was given just now that for a country to be successful it depends on its ability to adapt to changes and for this Limkokwing University has made Malaysia proud. Limkokwing University has not only export Malaysia, but the most important things is that Limkokwing University has helped other countries by inculcating the culture to as well as innovate. So no one can deny the fact that your university, that Professor Emeritus Tan Sri Dato’ Dr Lim Kok Wing has really displayed a real leadership that has sent ideas and views into reality. Dato’ Seri Mohamad Khaled Nordin Minister of Higher Education, Malaysia, 2008
Limkokwing graduates are different because they will steadfast in facinf future challenges. The government of Malaysia needs the skills that mould the new face of Malaysia as it grows globally. We need many tech-savvy smart negotiators, knowledgeable about the world and comfortable with other cultures. Datuk Ir Idris Haron Deputy Minister of Higher Education, Malaysia, 2008
Lim Kok Wing. This name is synonymous with creativity. Malaysia has benefited and I believe Malaysia will continue to benefit from his perseverance to create a culture for quality and excellence in Malaysia. I am very, very confident with Lim Kok Wing around, with all his skills and his team of people around, he will help us explain this. He will help us communicate this, he will help us unfold all these things that we have provided for business and development, in order to provide a better life for all Malaysians. Tun Dr Ling Liong Sik Former Minister of Transport, Malaysia, 2000
I should congratulate the Limkokwing University of Creative Technology for emphasizing the training of industry-ready people. The university has taken this concept a step forward through collaboration with the government-endorsed Malaysia Design & Innovation Centre to bring industry on to the campus. Such co-operation that effectively connects industry, government and the academia is essential if Malaysia is to succeed in establishing a knowledge-based economy. Datuk Wira Dr Fong Chan Onn Former Minister of Human Resources, Malaysia
The Limkokwing University stands out because of its founder’s determination and drive for excellence, and no doubt the love for his country. The combination of his labour of love and a penchant for excellence has resulted in a centre of learning that can now be truly recognised as a national contribution. Within a short span of time this Malaysian institution has garnered for itself and the country not only a niche for achieving creative knowledge in all its myriad forms but also filling a need that is wholesome and timely. Datuk Seri Utama Dr Rais Yatim Minister of Minister of Arts, Culture and Heritage, Malaysia
I am very heartened that this kind of industry-in-campus learning environment has been implemented – for the first time in this country if not in the world – by Limkokwing University at its new Cyberjaya campus. Through collaboration with Malaysia Design Innovation Centre, the students will interface with the largest and most successful brands in the country. At the same time, industry partners will be connected directly through the university’s database to the most creative people in the country as well as some of the most creative and experienced practitioners around the world. Dato’ Sri Chan Kong Choy Minister of Transport, Malaysia National Advisor, National Creativity & Innovation Institute
We all know that Lim Kok Wing is a pioneer in creative education and that he has tirelessly advocated the need to be able to think outside the box. Long before Malaysians fully understood the term, Tan Sri Lim knew that being creative was an asset in a person. He knew about it being able to empower. Dato’ Hishammuddin bin Tun Hussein Minister of Education (former Minister of Youth and Sports) Malaysia
The impressive showing of Limkokwing students who have achieved national and international recognition for their accomplishments is testimony of the entrepreneurial spirit and foresight of the university’s founder, Tan Sri Lim Kok Wing. Tan Sri Lim has the will to turn students into professionals with specific skills to address the future needs of our country. Dato’ Mustapa Mohamad Minister of Higher Education, 2001
Limkokwing is in the forefront of innovative education. Now, in its strategic collaboration with Malaysia Design Innovation Centre at its new campus, Limkokwing enables its students to learn to work on real-life projects with industry even while they study. This unique industry-academia partnership will help strengthen the government’s efforts to develop human ability and intellect, and produce knowledge workers who can rise to meet this century’s challenges. Dato’ Haji Shafie Haji Mohd Salleh Former Minister of Higher Education, 2004
The Limkokwing University builds upon the philosophy of “industry within university” of its founder and educator Tan Sri Lim Kok Wing. The fact that it is now re-nowned and internationally recognised as an enabling centre for creativity, innovation and technology speaks volumes for its founder. The university has contributed well in putting Malaysia on the international map as a centre of educational excellence. Situated in Cyberjaya with MSC status, Limkokwing has excellent facilities to complement its internationally recognised educational and training programmes. Dato’ Fu Ah Kiow Deputy Minister of Higher Education, Malaysia
The government has spent millions to build Cyberjaya and educational institutions of higher learning of international standard and today we have many examples of success to show for. Such campuses of world standard as Limkokwing present an area to be explored further. Limkokwing is where the world can gain quality qualifications. The technology used here is highly advanced and evidently among the best in the world. Tan Sri Lim Kok Wing has been instrumental in lifting education standards to those of global level. He was the first provider of university education who came forward to present us a vision to ensure there is balance of Malaysian components in the local tertiary education. Datuk Dr Adham bin Baba Parliamentary Secretary, Ministry of Higher Education
Tan Sri Lim struck me as a very strategic, observant and intelligent man when I first met him at a promotion campaign. That was more than 14 years ago. Since then, he has been involved in other campaigns. He has contributed a lot to education and media communication. He is a very successful role model for young Malaysians. Datuk Seri Ong Ka Ting Former Minister of Housing and Local Government, Malaysia
In response to greater market liberalisation, the development of a knowledgeable, highly skilled and creative workforce is necessary to enhance the competitiveness and resilience of the Malaysian economy. In this context, higher learning institutions in Malaysia assume a major role in developing programmes that are relevant to the demands and needs of the market. Congratulations and it is hoped that the achievements of Limkokwing could serve as an example for other local private institutions of higher learning. Dato’ Seri Rafidah Aziz Minister of International Trade & Industry, Malaysian
Some of the country's best talents in this field have been students of Limkokwing. The university has been doing significant work towards placing Malaysia on par with other countries in this dynamic field. Geoff Millichamp President, Association of Post-Production & Animation Companies in Malaysia, 2004
I am proud to be associated with such an innovative university. Everything here is so inspiring. Dato Siti Nurhaliza Singer
The students here are so different, so full of creative energy! You feel it the minute you step on the campus and the whole world is here. Datin Tiara Jacquelina Actress