Malaysia International Vocational Association
Prizes & Awards
MIVA World Excellence Cup 2026 | Awards & Prizes Overview
The MIVA World Excellence Cup 2026 is committed to creating a fair, impartial, and professional international competition platform, recognizing outstanding talents who demonstrate exceptional skills and creative excellence across seven major professional disciplines.
Eight Major Competition Categories
This year’s competition features 8 main categories, each divided into 4–7 sub-categories:
Aromatherapy
Beauty Therapy
Embroidery Art
Eyelash Art
Hairdressing
Makeup Art
Nail Art
Ink Art & 3D Jelly
Participation Recognition
All competitors will receive:
One Participation Certificate
Single-Category Award Structure
Awards for each sub-category will be determined based on the actual number of participants:
Groups with Fewer Than 4 Participants
Award: Excellence Award
Prize: One Medal
Groups with 4–9 Participants
Champion
Runner-up
Prize: One Trophy
Groups with 10 or More Participants
Champion
Runner-up
Second Runner-up
Prize: One Trophy
Excellence Award
Prize: One Medal
(Granted based on judging standards and participant numbers.)
Special Note: Same-Category Participation
☞ Competitors who participate in three (3) sub-categories within the same main category will:
Receive one Skill Excellence Cup
Qualify to further compete for the Category Champion title
This mechanism encourages competitors to continuously challenge themselves and demonstrate depth and mastery within a single professional field.
Excellence Achievement Award
Eligibility Criteria
Must participate in at least three (3) sub-categories within the same main category
No mixing of different main categories allowed
Winner determined by the highest average score
Scoring Method
Total Score ÷ Number of Participated Categories = Average Score
The competitor with the highest average score wins.
Prizes
One Trophy
One Certificate
MYR 800 Cash Reward
Ultimate Achievement | Grand Excellence Champion
The highest honor of the competition, symbolizing supreme cross-disciplinary excellence.
Eligibility Criteria
Must participate in five (5) or more competition categories
Categories may be mixed across different main disciplines
Winner determined by the highest overall average score
Prizes
One Trophy
One Certificate
MYR 1,500 Cash Reward
A uniquely customized MIVA World Excellence Trophy
Scoring Calculation Example
Competitor A
30 / 30 / 20 = 80
80 ÷ 3 = 26.66
Competitor B
20 / 20 / 20 / 20 = 80
80 ÷ 4 = 20
👉 Competitor A wins (higher average score)
Legacy of Excellence
The Grand Excellence Champion will have the honor of displaying this one-of-a-kind trophy at their home or office for one year, symbolizing the highest recognition of professional achievement and inspiring industry creators to continually push boundaries.
After one year, the trophy will be officially passed on to the next Grand Champion, continuing the legacy of excellence, professionalism, and creative innovation represented by the MIVA World Excellence Cup.
The MIVA World Excellence Cup 2025 celebrates unparalleled talent and creativity across eight main categories: Aromatherapy, Barbering, Beauty Therapy, Embroidery, Eyelash Extensions, Hairdressing, Makeup Artistry, and Nail Artistry. Each main category is further divided into 4-6 subcategories, showcasing a diverse range of skills and artistry. For instance, under Hairdressing, participants can compete in subcategories such as Gents Cut and Color, Gents Creative Cut and Color, Ladies Trend Cut and Color, Ladies Creative Cut and Color, Futuristic Flair – Avant-Garde Styling, and Call of Nature – Avant-Garde Poster Design.
Winners of each subcategory will be honored with a medal / commemorative coin and a certificate, recognizing their exceptional talent and dedication.
The Grand Winner of each main category, determined by participating in a minimum of three subcategories and achieving the highest average score, will be awarded a trophy, a certificate, and a cash prize of MYR 800 (Malaysia Ringgit Eight Hundred), symbolizing their mastery and excellence in their field.
The pinnacle of achievement, the Elite Grand Champion, will be crowned based on the highest average score across all eight main categories, with participation in at least three subcategories. This prestigious title includes a certificate, a cash prize of MYR 1,500 (Malaysia Ringgit One Thousand and Five Hundred), and the exclusive Elite Grand Champion Trophy. This magnificent trophy, crafted with 24-carat gold, lab-grown diamonds, copper, and Murano glass, is valued at approximately USD 21,000 and represents the ultimate symbol of innovation and artistry.
The Elite Grand Champion will have the distinct honor of showcasing this exclusive trophy in their home or office for one year—a testament to their extraordinary achievement and a beacon of inspiration for future generations. Upon the conclusion of this period, the trophy will be ceremoniously passed to the next Grand Champion, perpetuating the enduring legacy of excellence and innovation in the MIVA World Excellence Cup.
| Award Title | Certificate | Trophy/Medal | Cash Prize |
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MYR 1,500 |
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Excellence Achievement Award |
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Achievement Trophy |
MYR 800 |
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Winner |
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Trophy |
– |
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1st Runner-Up |
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Trophy |
– |
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2nd Runner-Up |
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Trophy |
– |
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Excellence Award |
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Medal |
– |
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All Participants |
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– |
– |
Trophy Handover Ceremony & Commemorative Trophy
• The Grand Champion Trophy must be returned within 30 days before the next MIVA World Excellence Cup.
• During the MIVA Supreme Pinnacle Award Gala Dinner, a special handover ceremony will be held. The previous Grand Champion will officially pass the trophy to the new Grand Champion on stage.