NTU, in partnership with TsingHua University, China and supported by Wisenet Asia, are organizing an upcoming Travel and Learn Program with the theme ‘Exploring China’s Innovation Frontier – Strategies for Sustainable Business Growth‘.

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China’s vast consumer market presents expansion prospects to Singapore businesses. This course aims to delve into the dynamic landscape of innovation in China, focusing on strategies that drive sustainable business growth. China has emerged as a global powerhouse in innovation, and this course provides an in-depth exploration of the key factors contributing to its success.

Learners will acquire knowledge and skills in networking and business expansion in China. They will cultivate a proactive mindset and readiness for China’s evolving business landscape. Through seminars, meeting with senior executives, and visits to leading companies, learners will gain firsthand insights into China’s innovation frontier.

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  • Analyse the business landscape in China and state how to capitalize it for business expansion.
  • Establish networks and gain valuable insights from experienced entrepreneurs and business owners/senior executives in China.
  • Gain an in-depth understanding and appreciation of the business culture in China.
  • Describe the importance of being future-ready and able to apply the knowledge.
  • Describe how data and information can be used effectively

This programme is suitable for Directors, Business leaders and Senior Executives from Small and Medium-sized Enterprise (SME) and Transformation Offices who are keen to learn innovative strategies for sustainable business growth and also to establish business network in China.

Upon completion of the programme, participants who achieved at least 75% attendance and passed all required assessments will be awarded a digital Certification of Completion from NTU and a hard copy Certificate of Participation from a renowned university in Beijing, China.

SSG Funding Support Course feeCourse fee payable after SSG funding, if eligible under various schemes
BEFORE funding & GSTAFTER funding & 9% GST
Singapore Citizens (SCs) and Permanent Residents (PRs) (Up to 70% funding)S$8,965S$2,931.56
Enhanced Training Support for SMEs (ETSS)S$1,138.56

1Cat-A SSG Funded Courses – Eligible Singapore Citizens and PRs must attain at least 75% training attendance and passed all associated assessments in order to be eligible to enjoy up to 70% of the course fee. Learners will have to bear the full courses fee upon failure to meet either one of the requirements.

2Mid-career Enhanced Subsidy (MCES) – Singaporeans aged 40 and above must attain at least 75% training attendance and passed all associated assessments in order to be eligible to enjoy subsidies up to 90% of the course fee.

  • NTU/NIE alumni may utilise their NTU Alumni Course Credits capped at S$800.
  •  All Singapore citizens who are 25 years or above is eligible to utilise their SkillsFuture Credit (SFC) for this course but not applicable to utilise the  $4,000 SkillsFuture Credit (Mid-Career).

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Flight and Hotel Accommodation Fee

  • Programme schedule and itineraries are subject to availability and changes. Participants to arrange and purchase own air-ticket,  travel insurance, and VISA (if required).
  • Hotel accommodation will be arranged by NTU. The cost is partially funded by SSG and each participant will have to co-pay SGD 450 + 9% GST= SGD 490.50 for 6 nights stay, single occupancy.

If you have any enquiries on the programme, please email Katherine at thwu@ntu.edu.sg

COURSE OUTLINE – IN SINGAPORE

  • Course Date: 4 March 2025, Tuesday

    Synchronous Online

    Time: 9am – 12pm
    Topic: Innovation & Entreneurship in a Digital Future

  • Course Date: 5 March 2025, Wednesday

    Venue: NTU@one-north campus

    Time: 9am – 5pm
    Topic: Innovation & Entrepreneurship in a Digital Future

    • The different business types
    • The different business models both offline and online business models
    • The business innovations in some of the more successful companies
    • A method towards finding the right business innovation and model for a
    company
    • One hour assessment at the end of the course.
    • Pre-trip Briefing

    (Compulsory attendance for participants to be eligible for SSG funding.)

    Course Date: 5 March 2025, Wednesday

Trainer

Professor Wai Fong Boh

Vice President (Lifelong Learning & Alumni Engagement), Chief Executive, Centre for Professional and Continuing Education (PaCE@NTU)

Professor Wai Fong received her PhD from the Tepper School of Business at Carnegie Mellon University. Her research interests are in the areas of innovation and technology management. She has published in leading journals, including Management Science, MIS Quarterly, Academy of Management Journal, etc. She is currently Senior Editor of MIS Quarterly, and has been previously AE for Management Science and ISR. Further, she is currently on or had been previously on the editorial board of multiple leading Information Systems journals.

She was recently awarded Singapore’s Public Administration Medal (Silver) and published a book on Identifying Business Opportunities through Innovation. In 2023, she received the Association of Information Systems (AIS) Fellow Award and AIS Sandra Slaughter Service Award.

COURSE OUTLINE – IN BEIJING, CHINA

The classroom sessions and industry visits are conducted and organised by School of Continuing Education, Tsinghua University in Beijing, China.

  • Day 1: 10 March 2025, Monday

    Morning:
    Topic: Industrial Innovation and Corporate Strategy in the Digital Economy Era
    数字经济时代的产业创新与公司战略

    Afternoon:
    On-site Learning: Application of Smart Logistics and Green Logistics
    Corporate visit to a leading logistics park – JD.com (京东物流)

    Evening:
    Networking session, discussion with senior executives from China.

  • Day 2: 11 March 2025, Tuesday

    Morning:
    Topic: Industry 4.0 and Smart Manufacturing 工业4.0与智能制造

    Afternoon:
    On-site Learning: Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning
    Visit to an innovation centre – Lenovo Future Centre (联想未来中心)

    Evening:
    Networking session, discussion with senior executives from China.

    Day 2: 11 March 2025, Tuesday

  • Day 3: 12 March 2025, Wednesday

    Morning:
    Topic: Big data, Cloud Computing and Future Industrial Development 大数据、云计算与未来产业发展

    Afternoon:
    On-site Learning: Technological advances and Industry Applications of Large Models
    Visit to a top AI company: iFlytek (科大讯飞)

  • Day 4: 13 March 2025, Thursday

    Morning:
    Topic: Investment and Financing in China and Path Analysis 在华投融资与路径分析

    Afternoon:
    On-site Learning: Operational Experience of Leading Chinese Technology Parks
    Visit to a science & technology park: Zhongguancun Software Park (中关村软件园)

    Day 4: 13 March 2025, Thursday

  • Day 5: 14 March 2025, Friday

    Morning:
    Topic: Green Economy and Sustainable Development 绿色经济与可持续发展

    Afternoon:
    On-site Learning: Energy Conservation and Environmental Protection, New Energy Technology.
    Visit to a manufacturer of renewable energy: Daxing International Hydrogen Energy Demonstration Zone (大兴国际氢能示范区)

    Evening:
    Discussion on the Key Takeaways from the Programme

Remarks:

  • Learners should have an understanding of Mandarin.
  • Programme schedule and itineraries are subject to availability and changes. Participants to arrange and purchase own air-ticket,  travel insurance, and VISA (if required).
  • Hotel accommodation will be arranged by NTU. The cost is partially funded by SSG and each participant will have to co-pay SGD 450 + 9% GST= SGD 490.50 for 6 nights stay, single occupancy.

NTU Travel and Learn Information Session via Zoom

Date: 21 Oct 2024

Time: 01.00 PM – 02.00 PM 

About Tsinghua University

Tsinghua University is a prestigious institution of higher education in China, located in the picturesque Tsinghua Garden in the northwest suburbs of Beijing. It serves as a crucial base for high-level talent cultivation and scientific research. The university’s predecessor, Tsinghua School, was established in 1911, marking 113 years since its inception. Currently, Tsinghua University comprises 22 schools and 59 departments, evolving into a comprehensive research university encompassing disciplines such as science, engineering, literature, arts, history, philosophy, economics, management, law, education, and medicine. Looking ahead, Tsinghua University will adhere to its motto” Strive Continuously to Strengthen Oneself, Have Ample Virtue and Carry All Things” and its ethos “Actions Speak Louder than Words.” The university will continue to uphold its educational philosophy of integrating Chinese and Western traditions, blending ancient and modern knowledge, and merging the sciences with the humanities. Fostering well-rounded growth, Tsinghua University will also promote its traditions of dedication, the pursuit of excellence, and the spirit of advancing humanism. Furthermore, Tsinghua will continue to develop world-class universities and disciplines, making new and significant contributions to national development, the well-being of the people, and the advancement of human civilization.

The School of Continuing Education at Tsinghua University was established in 1985 and is the first continuing education school among Chinese universities, approved by the Ministry of Education.

The school actively aligns with national strategic needs, focusing on the fundamental task of cultivating well-rounded talent. It implements Tsinghua University’s educational philosophy of value shaping, capability training, and knowledge imparting. Leveraging Tsinghua’s distinguished faculty, robust research capabilities, and extensive international influence, the school integrates high-quality educational resources from both domestic and international sources to deliver high-level, high-standard, and high-quality continuing education. It promotes integrated teaching and actively explores innovative digital teaching models.

The school provides programs that encompass six main themes:

  1. Training local officials
  2. Supporting local economic development
  3. Meeting the strategic talent needs of key enterprises
  4. Offering training for industry/professional talents
  5. Supporting the talent cultivation of first-rate universities and disciplines
  6. Facilitating international cooperation and exchange