Malaysia International Vocational Association

Prizes & Awards

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 ColorGents Creative Cut and ColorLadies Trend Cut and ColorLadies Creative Cut and ColorFuturistic Flair – Avant-Garde Styling, and Call of Nature – Avant-Garde Poster Design.

Winners of each subcategory will be honored with a trophy / medal 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 Only), 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 comes with a certificate, a cash prize of MYR 1,500 (Malaysia Ringgit One Thousand and Five Hundred Only), and the exclusive Elite Grand Champion Trophy. This magnificent trophy, crafted with 18-carat gold, diamonds, copper, and Onyx gemstones, is valued at approximately USD 10,000–15,000 and represents the ultimate symbol of innovation and artistry.

The Elite Grand Champion will have the honor of displaying this exclusive trophy in their home or office for one year, embodying the spirit of achievement and inspiring future generations. After this period, the trophy will be passed on to the next visionary, continuing the legacy of excellence and creativity in the MIVA World Excellence Cup.

Award Title Certificate Trophy/Medal Cash Prize Gala Dinner Entry Ticket
MYR 1,500
Excellence Award
Trophy
MYR 800
Champion
Trophy
1st Runner-Up
Medal
2nd Runner-Up
Medal
Subcategory Participant
Medal

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.

• After returning the Grand Champion Trophy, the previous champion will receive a commemorative trophy as a permanent recognition of their outstanding achievement.