Addressing the Regional Skills Shortfall
Across Malaysia and Southeast Asia, rapid digital transformation is outpacing the availability of skilled professionals. The swift expansion of digital infrastructure and networks means that businesses, governments, and educational institutions are struggling to bridge the gap between evolving technology and the current talent pool in networking expertise.
In Malaysia, 79% of local companies identify broadening digital access as a key driver of business transformation—highlighting a growing demand for network expertise to manage and secure increasingly complex digital infrastructures, a need directly met by Cisco CCNP certifications.
Across Southeast Asia, 96% of employers are intensifying their upskilling initiatives to close the technology skills gap. This proactive investment underscores the urgent requirement for professionals trained in advanced network solutions, such as those offered by Cisco’s Collaboration, Enterprise, and Data Center tracks.
Furthermore, 86% of regional employers are actively seeking talent with cutting-edge technical skills to support their digital transformation strategies. Cisco’s Cybersecurity, DevNet, and Service Provider certifications are designed to deliver the precise expertise needed to secure and optimize modern network environments.
Source: The Future Of Jobs Report 2025
Industry-recognized credentials make the difference. Cisco-certified professionals are at the forefront of innovation.
93%
of employers prefer Cisco-certified professionals for critical networking roles.
78%
of technology executives and managers consider technical certifications a critical success factor
99%
of organizations use certifications to make hiring decisions
Source: Set Yourself Apart with CCNP
Cisco CCNP certifications are customizable, with only two exams:
Your Flexible Pathway to Network Mastery Starts with CCNP
Comprehensive & Flexible Exams
CCNP core exams cover essential topics—including automation and programmability—that apply across various networking technologies.
Concentration exams let you focus on the specific technology area that best suits your career goals.
Build Your Specialist Credentials
Every CCNP core and concentration exam you pass earns you an individual Specialist certification.
You can collect multiple Specialist certifications across different technology areas, expanding your expertise even further.
Fast-Track to CCIE®
CCNP core exams also serve as the qualifying tests for CCIE® lab exams.
In essence, once you earn your CCNP certification, the only step remaining to achieve CCIE® is passing the lab exam.
Open Certification Path
There are no mandatory prerequisites for taking CCNP exams, so you’re not required to complete any associate-level certifications first.
Enjoy the flexibility to take your exams in any order you choose.
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