MFA Member Survey 2027

FULL SURVEY RESPONSE

SECTION A – RESPONDENT & COMPANY PROFILE
Company Name itrain kids sdn bhd Brand Name iTrainKids
Respondent Name Han Designation Managing Director
Phone Number 016-2222220 Email Address han@itrainkids.com

SECTION B – INTERNATIONAL EXPANSION PLANS FOR 2027
1. Plans to enter/strengthen presence in 2027? Yes – actively planning
2. Main expansion objectives for 2027 Appoint a master franchisee, Appoint a distributor or licensee, Secure franchisees or area-development partners, Identify a joint-venture partner, Establish a company-owned outlet

SECTION C – PRIORITY INTERNATIONAL MARKETS FOR 2027
3. ASEAN Priority Markets Indonesia, Philippines, Thailand
4. Beyond ASEAN Markets Breakdown
• Central and Eastern Europe
• Central Asia & CIS
• East Asia
• Latin America and the Caribbean
• MENA — GCC
• MENA — Other Middle East Türkiye
• MENA — North Africa Egypt
• North America, Australia & NZ
• South Asia Pakistan, Bangladesh
• Sub-Saharan Africa Nigeria
• Western, Northern & Southern Europe
Other Response

SECTIONS D & E – ENTRY MODELS, BARRIERS & SUPPORT
5. Preferred Market-Entry Models Master franchise, Direct or unit franchise, Local strategic partner, Distribution or licensing
6. Significant Expansion Barriers Difficulty identifying credible partners or franchisees, Insufficient market intelligence, Funding and participation costs, Local franchise laws and regulatory requirements, International pricing and unit economics, Political or economic uncertainty
7. Support Forms MFA Should Prioritise Country and sector-specific market intelligence, Verified partner and business matching, Trade missions and market visits, Participation in overseas franchise exhibitions, Trademark and intellectual property advisory, Information on grants and financing, Pitch deck and investor-presentation support, Post-mission business lead follow-up

SECTION F – INTEREST IN MFA’S 2027 PROGRAMME
8. Interest in 2027 International Programme? Yes
Types of Activities Interested Expo/Exhibition, Business Matching, Exploring
9. Additional Comments / Assistance Required

We are excited to introduce and launch our new product brand called “iTrainKids Islamic” an innovative education concept designed specifically for young Muslim children to explore and develop their skills in STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Mathematics), Coding, Robotics, Artificial Intelligence (AI), 3D Printing, and other emerging technologies.

The programs aims to provide children with a strong foundation in technology, computational thinking, creativity and problem-solving, while creating an education environment that is suitable for Islamic families and communities. Our vision is to combine technology education with positive values and future-ready skills from an early age. For 2027 onwards, we plan to expand iTrainKids Islamic internationally by developing overseas franchise outlets and strategic partnerships, particularly in countries with significant Muslim communities and growing demand for quality technology education for children.

To support our international expansion plans, we would appreciate MFA’s assistance in the following areas:

1. Overseas Market Access & Business Matching
Assistance in identifying potential overseas partners, investors, education groups and franchise prospects who may be interested in establishing iTrainKids Islamic centres.

2. International Franchise Opportunities
Support in connecting us with suitable organizations, business networks and potential franchisees in targeted overseas markets.

3. Market Information & Local Insights
Guidance on potential markets, local education trends, business environments and opportunities for children’s technology education, particularly in Muslim-majority countries and countries with established Muslim communities.

4. International Trade Missions & Exhibitions
Opportunities for iTrainKids Islamic to participate in relevant international education, technology, franchising and trade missions organized or supported by MFA.

5. Business Networking & Government Connections
Assistance in facilitating introductions to relevant government agencies, education organizations, chambers of commerce and business associations in target countries.

6. Brand & Malaysian Education Promotion
Support in promoting iTrainKids Islamic as a Malaysian-developed education and franchise brand, showcasing Malaysia’s capabilities in technology education and children’s STEAM learning.

7. Overseas Expansion Guidance
Where possible, we would appreciate guidance on entering new international markets, including suitable local partners, business networks and available government support programs.

Our long-term vision is to develop iTrainKids Islamic into a recognized international technology education franchise for young Muslim children, starting from Malaysia and expanding into overseas markets.

We hope to work closely with MFA to explore suitable international opportunities and establish strategic partnerships that can support our expansion from 2027 onwards.