
The Duties and Responsibilities of JMB/MC and the Powers Granted Under SMA 2013
[3 CPD hours applied from LPPEH]

Date & Time:
21 August 2025 (Thursday)
10:00 am
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1:00 pm
Venue:
Hartamas Training Centre
Level 13, Block A, Menara Prima, Jalan PJU 1/37, Dataran Prima, 47301, Petaling Jaya, Selangor Darul Ehsan.
Price per pax
Early Bird Fee (valid until 31 July 2025)
RM228.00
RM217.00
Group Package: RM205.00 per pax (Minimum 3 Pax) (valid until 31 July 2025)
Note:
- Registration is on a first-come, first-served basis. Seats are confirmed only upon successful registration and payment.
- For non-attendance or withdrawals made within 7 days prior to the event, a 50% refund only will be issued.
- The organizer reserves the right to refuse entry to any person for reasons deemed appropriate.
- In the event of cancellation or postponement of the seminar, participants will be notified and offered a full refund of the amount paid.
- No electronic recording equipment is allowed. Exceptions may apply for authorized media personnel.
Speaker
Mr. Ken Teo Khiok Nyuk
Managing Director
Gather Building Management Sdn Bhd
Seminar Outlines
- Introduction to Strata Management in Malaysia
- Overview of Act 757
- Definition of JMB & MC
- Formation process and legal status
- Key differences: JMB vs. MC
- Core Duties of JMB & MC (Section 21 & 59)
- Maintain common property
- Determine and collect charges (maintenance & sinking fund)
- Enforce by-laws and manage disputes
- Employment of service providers
- Insurance responsibilities
- Financial & Governance Responsibilities
- Operation of bank accounts
- Budgeting, financial reporting & audit
- AGM/EGM procedures and voting rights
- Committee roles (Chairman, Secretary, Treasurer)
- Conflict of interest prevention
- Common Challenges & Case Sharing
- Mismanagement, non-collection, and contractor abuse
- Real-life case studies (e.g., tribunal decisions)
- Role of Commissioner of Buildings (COB)
- How to stay compliant and avoid penalties
- Activity: “Spot the Violation” – Group Scenario Discussion
- Good Governance & Practical Tools
- Transparency tools (notice boards, audit display, minutes sharing)
- Complaint and feedback handling
- By-law awareness and education for residents
- Preparing for a smooth AGM/EGM
- Takeaway Kit: Templates (Notice, Budget, Minutes), AGM Checklist