under what condition do you have to pay back the RM 3.5k training compensation? If it says - if you resign within 1st year of your service with the company, then you're entitled to pay back if you leave in the first 12 months. Doesn't matter how much you think the training is worth - problem is you've signed it and currently bound by it.

If you have tendered in accordingly, why on earth you would want to compensate them? Is there any documents that you have signed for the "alleged" training as mentioned? Ask them to provide you documented proof.

Regards, Joey

Honestly speaking, I would suggest that you go through the probationary period (3 months or 6 months?) and then resign right after your confirmation to avoid paying the amount. You're right, it's not worth paying the RM 3.5k especially when you didn't receive the appropriate training as per what they mentioned. That is actually on-the-job training and it's annoying when your employer misleads you in such a way.

No, can't really blame you for signing the contract. It's understandable. There is no concrete proof that the training they mentioned is the training you expected and there's also no absolute proof that the company didn't train you at all. It is difficult to argue (based on my opinion) so my suggestion is to bear with it. Much as you dislike the company, it's never worth paying money to them to leave unless you've got a better offer outside or your future employer is willing to cover for the expenses of RM 3.5k.

It's obvious the company intends to tie you down for at least the probationary period. My suggestion is to wait until you're given the confirmation letter (to prove that you're officially a permanent staff) then submit your resignation letter.