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School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Universiti Sains Malaysia

Halal Education & Training Unit (HEd2U)

 

Halal Education & Training Unit (HEd2U) is a professional platform dedicated to delivering high-quality education, training, and consultancy services in the field of halal. We support organisations, industry professionals, and stakeholders in strengthening their knowledge, ensuring regulatory compliance, and enhancing operational excellence within the halal ecosystem.

Through structured programmes and industry-relevant content, HEd2U is committed to driving capacity building, fostering innovation, and promoting best practices to meet the evolving demands of the global halal industry.


Vision

To be a global leader in halal training with integrity and innovation, aligned with the aspirations of sustainability and educational excellence.

Mission

To develop competent and ethical human capital through strategic, holistic, and innovative training programmes to support sustainable development and the global competitiveness of the halal industry.

To establish strategic collaborations with academic institutions, industry players, and halal agencies at both national and international levels.

Meet Our Team


Meet Our Experts

Certified JAKIM trainers and researchers dedicated to advancing halal education and compliance.

 

Assoc. Prof Dr. Salizawati Muhamad Salhimi

I am a cancer cell biologist specialising in triple-negative breast cancer, with a growing focus on halal pharmaceutical research. As a certified Halal Trainer by JAKIM, I am committed to integrating halal compliance into pharmaceutical development. I also conduct biocompatibility testing in accordance with ISO 10993-5, supporting the safety evaluation of pharmaceutical and biomedical products.

Assoc. Prof Dr. Shaizatulaqma Kamalul Ariffin

I am an Associate Professor in Marketing at the Graduate School of Business, Universiti Sains Malaysia (USM), and a Fellow of the USM Apex Young Scholars programme. I am also a certified JAKIM Halal Trainer, with research interests in halal consumption and marketing, actively contributing to research and international collaborations. My work has been recognised with the Emerald Literati Highly Commended Award (2019). In addition, I serve as a consultant to Education Malaysia Global Services (EMGS) and possess leadership experience in academic administration, international conferences, and business case competitions.

Dr. Noratiqah Mohtar

I am a pharmacist and a formulation scientist specialising in advanced drug delivery. My work explores pulmonary and oral delivery systems, while exploring the anticancer potential of phytochemicals. I am a certified Halal Trainer by JAKIM with a passion in integrating halal principles into drug and herbal formulation research, aiming to develop therapeutic approaches that are both effective and compliant with halal standards.

Dr. Siti Sarah Fazalul Rahiman

I am a pharmacist and lecturer teaching pharmacology and physiology to undergraduate pharmacy students. My research focuses on the immunomodulatory effects of natural compounds and peptides in inflammatory and cancer models. As a certified Halal Trainer, I actively contribute to Halal education at the university. I also have a strong interest in medical translation and am engaged with the Cochrane Organisation.

Dr. Syahariza Zainul Abidin

I am a Senior Lecturer at the School of Industrial Technology, where I teach chemical food analysis, instrumental food analysis, food structure, and Halal food management at the undergraduate level. My research focuses on texture-modified foods, starch modification, and food analysis. I am also a certified Halal trainer, recognized by the Halal Professional Board, and have professional experience in Halal food analysis.

Dr. Maizura Murad

I am a Senior Lecturer in Food Technology at the School of Industrial Technology, where I teach undergraduate courses in food sensory analysis, food processing, and halal food management. I serve as a consultant, providing sensory training to the food industry. My research focuses on sensory evaluation, with publications in international journals. I am a certified halal trainer under JAKIM, with research interests in integrating food processing, sensory evaluation, and halal compliance to ensure food safety, quality, and alignment with consumer expectations and Shariah requirements.

Training

We offer a comprehensive range of halal training programmes, including Halal Executive, Halal Competency, and Halal Awareness courses, designed to equip individuals and organisations with the knowledge and skills required for effective halal compliance. Our training is industry-relevant, practical, and aligned with current regulatory standards.

Get in touch with us today to learn more about our training solutions and how we can support your organisation’s halal journey.

Contact Us

  • +604-653 5223 / 6656 / 4149
  • hed2u@usm.my

  • School of Pharmaceutical Sciences
    Universiti Sains Malaysia
    11800 USM, Pulau Pinang