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Clients often ask us, “What are you reading?” That is why we created the GOFLEX EVENTS Book List – a selection of titles that have recently inspired GOFLEX EVENTS leaders and members. We believe that diverse perspectives lay the foundation for great ideas, and hope you will find the books in our second annual list as thought-provoking as we have.

DOMESTIC INQUIRY – FROM ALLEGATION TO TERMINATION

DOMESTIC INQUIRY – FROM ALLEGATION TO TERMINATION is a comprehensive and user-friendly guide aimed at Human Resource (HR) practitioners and students studying HR management, law, or business. It offers a detailed, step-by-step approach to effectively managing workplace discipline, conducting proper domestic inquiries, and navigating the post-inquiry processes in accordance with the Employment Act 1955 and the Industrial Relations Act 1967.


The guide is particularly valuable for HR practitioners as it provides a wealth of resources, including sample dialogues and insights from relevant court case laws, to assist them in conducting professional domestic inquiries. The author, drawing from his extensive experience as an HR practitioner, also offers ready-to-use sample letters, which can save readers valuable time when drafting their own correspondence.


For students studying HR management, law, or business, this book serves as a valuable tool for enhancing their knowledge and understanding of the disciplinary management process. It incorporates the latest amendments introduced by the Industrial Relations (Amendment) Act 2020 and the Employment (Amendment) Act 2022, ensuring that readers are up to date with the most recent legislative changes. You can have your copy right now!

SUCCESS, MONEY AND PASSION: FINDING THE PERFECT BALANCE AT WORK

Is it possible to be SUCCESSFUL, make MONEY,AND pursue your PASSION at the same time?


YES IT IS!

In Success, Money & Passion, Lee and Yong have collaborated to unlock the secrets to having a successful career making money while pursuing things that you are passionate about. Among the many topics that Lee and Yong will cover to help you find the perfect balance at work and life are How To:


Be fulfilled

Find Your Passion

Align Your Passion

Improve Where You Are

Make it Happen

With these keys to a great work life, Success, Money & Passion will teach you to build financial muscle while having a thriving, passionate career! You can have your copy now!

MALAYSIAN CIVIL PROCEDURE AND PRACTICE

The “Malaysian Civil Procedure and Practice” highlights the procedural rules relating to civil practice and procedure. The chapters in this book come with several distinctive features and are well-explained in a clear and direct language. Each topic is accompanied with court forms and precedents which set out the manner a form is to be drafted applying the procedural rule and applicable law. A flow chart and a useful tool known as “Learn Through Questions” series is provided at the end of each chapter, as a guide for readers to have a clearer understanding of the procedural processes applied in court. Practitioners, students and those involved and interested in the Malaysian civil court justice system would find this book as a useful tool.

Ravi Nekoo was admitted as an Advocate and Solicitor of the High Court of Malaya in 1995. He obtained his Bachelor of Laws degree from the University of London (External) in 1992 and completed his Certificate of Legal Practice examination in 1994. Then, he went on to do his Masters in Law degree at the University of Malaya in 2001 and completed his Masters in Criminal Justice degree at the same university in 2003. Ravi Nekoo was also admitted as a Barrister and Solicitor of the Supreme Court of New South Wales in 2004 and the Supreme Court of South Australia and the High Court of Australia in 2007. He has been in practice for 23 years, has been a litigator throughout his practice and has appeared at all levels of the court in Malaysia. He has also been involved in tutoring students for the Certificate of Legal Practice examination and Civil Procedure was one of the subjects he had taught. You can have your copy now!

THE HR MANAGERS HANDBOOK 2ND EDITION

This book is designed as a ready reckoner for all Human Resource practitioners.


The first chapter deals with how an Employees Handbook should be prepared and provides a sample. The second chapter deals with a step-by-step approach to the Domestic Inquiry Procedure with samples of all the relevant letters. The third chapter explains how the various calculations are made under the Employment Act 1955 and also provides a suggested overtime formula for those earning more than RM4,000 in West Malaysia and for those who are outside the scope of the Labour Ordinance Sabah and Labour Ordinance Sarawak (LOS).


Chapter Four is a set of 63 FAQs and answers on the Employment Act 1955 and Regulations. Chapter Five deals with the different types of termination of employment and provides sample letters. Chapter Six deals with how a claim for recognition from a Union should be dealt with and Chapter Seven is about Collective Bargaining.


Chapter Eight is a set of 55 FAQs and answers to the Industrial Relations Act 1967. The Code of Conduct for Industrial Harmony is also reproduced as an easy reference. The aim of this book is to provide a practical guide on all matters that HR Managers have to deal with. You can have your copy now!

CRIMINAL PROCEDURE & PRACTICE IN MALAYSIA

Criminal Procedure & Practice in Malaysia is an invaluable source of reference which highlights salient procedural rules and applications of the Criminal Procedure Code. The topics highlighted contains summary of cases and related principles with relevant authorities. The book provides analysis on how criminal trial handled and the procedures that needs to be adhered to for compliance purposes. Flow charts and diagrams, among other, are provided to ensure that reader will have a clearer understanding of the subject matter. The book delivers a masterful account in a criminal courtroom as it engages both theoretical and the practical aspects of criminal practice. Practitioners, students and those involved in the practice of Criminal Law should find this book useful. You can have your copy now!

THE ART OF HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT

The Art of Human Resource Management is a very practical, easy to understand and yet comprehensive book that’s meant for both the Human Resource and Business Leaders. It covers the best practices of the industry and addresses some of the more challenging issues faced by HR and Business Leaders in today’s workplace.

The aim of this book is to enable the readers to apply easy ways of being on top of the business strategies whilst staying current with the changes and challenges confronted by the business. It is meant to stimulate the reader’s thinking about how HR has transformed itself and what HR and Business Leaders can do to enhance Individual and Business Excellence.

Param Moorthi is a Speaker, Trainer & Consultant in the field of Human Resource Management, Industrial Relations and Talent Development.  He started his career at Intel University, Intel and spent over 20 years in the field of Human Resource and Talent Management in very senior positions in large MNC companies specializing in the areas of Training, Business Partnering, Recruitment, Organization Development, Industrial Relations and Talent Management. You can have your copy now!

THE ART OF HUMAN RESOURCE – MANAGEMENT

The Art of Human Resource Management is a very practical, easy to understand and yet comprehensive book that’s meant for both the Human Resource and Business Leaders. It covers the best practices of the industry and addresses some of the more challenging issues faced by HR and Business Leaders in today’s workplace.

The aim of this book is to enable the readers to apply easy ways of being on top of the business strategies whilst staying current with the changes and challenges confronted by the business. It is meant to stimulate the reader’s thinking about how HR has transformed itself and what HR and Business Leaders can do to enhance Individual and Business Excellence.

Param Moorthi is a Speaker, Trainer & Consultant in the field of Human Resource Management, Industrial Relations and Talent Development.  He started his career at Intel University, Intel and spent over 20 years in the field of Human Resource and Talent Management in very senior positions in large MNC companies specializing in the areas of Training, Business Partnering, Recruitment, Organization Development, Industrial Relations and Talent Management. You can have your copy now!

TERMINATION OF EMPLOYMENT UNDERSTANDING THE PROCESS

Termination of Employment – Understanding the Process provides a clear explanation for every employer and human resources practitioner about how to terminate the services of an employee in a fair and proper manner. Dismissing a worker is probably the most unpleasant task that an employer has to face, but if the guidance and suggestions found in this book are followed carefully, the worker’s rights will have been fully protected and there is less likelihood of an unwelcome legal claim being made against the employer.

The book should also be useful reading for trade union leaders and workers who are interested to know their rights. It is written in straightforward language, minimizing legal jargon. Every chapter includes brief descriptions of relevant cases and incidents.

All aspects of termination of employment are discussed, including resignation by employees, retirement, dismissal for misconduct and poor performance, retrenchment, ending of a fixed-term contract, frustration of contract and constructive dismissal. You can have your copy now!

THE LAW OF REITS IN MALAYSIA 

There are numerous articles and books written about Real Estate Investment Trusts, commonly known as REITs. Most investors, understandably, will be interested in literature and materials that can equip them with such financial and investment knowledge. However, it is equally important for investors to learn and understand about legal and regulatory requirements on REITs.


The Law on REITs in Malaysia provides a clear explanation on the regulatory framework governing REITs and the relevant procedural applications. Readers of this book will have a broad overview on the law of REITs in Malaysia. The book discusses, among others, the structure of a REIT and examines the requirement of a trust deed. It also covers the role of various stakeholders in the REIT structure, namely the Management Company, Trustee and Unit Holders; and liability for misleading prospectus. The book also touches on Islamic REITs, taxation on REITs, public listing of REITs, etc.


This book will be useful for investors to know their rights and protections available under the law. The book will equally be useful to Management Companies and Trust Companies to further understand their respective roles, duties and liabilities. You can have your copy now!

TRADEMARKS ACT 2019 : ACT 815 TRADEMARKS REGULATIONS 2019 P.U.(A) 373/2019 AS AT 10 JANUARY 2020

The Trademarks Act 2019 [Act 815] and the Trademarks Regulations 2019 PU(A) 373/2019 has created a major impact on the rules and procedures affecting the said subject matter. This exclusive combined edition of the Act and Regulations caters as a handy-tool of reference for practitioners and those in its related field. You can have your copy now!

INTEREST SCHEMES ACT 2016 [ACT 778] AND INTEREST SCHEMES REGULATIONS 2017

The Interest Schemes Act 2016 was introduced to regulate the interest schemes, the alternative mode of fund raising activities for companies, by pooling financial contribution from the public in exchange for an interest in a particular interest scheme.


Previously contained in the Companies Act 1965, the Act was driven by the need for a more modernised regulatory framework and investor protection safeguards. With the coming into force of the Interest Schemes Act 2016 on 31 January 2017, the market may see increased activity in the interest schemes industry. You can have your copy now!

COMPILATION OF STATUTES ON LAND LAW (AS AT 9 NOVEMBER 2018) 


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SEXUAL HARASSMENT AT THE WORKPLACE IN MALAYSIA

Sexual harassment in the workplace is a serious misconduct as it belittles an employee’s honour, reputation and dignity. ‘Sexual Harassment at the Workplace in Malaysia’ features the Malaysian courts’ approach towards the subject matter, with reference to statutory provisions, common law and Islamic law. The fundamental principles of the subject are explained in a clear, concise and organised manner. You can have your copy now!