Courses and modules
These industry-relevant courses focus on equipping Singaporeans with emerging skills in areas such as Data Analytics, Cybersecurity, Design Innovation, Digital Media, Advanced Manufacturing, Unmanned Aerial Systems, and others.
S.M.A.R.T Entrepreneurship X Global – Ho Chi Minh City (HCMC)
Ho Chi Minh City (HCMC), Vietnam’s financial and economic hub, contributes 25% of the nation’s Gross Domestic Product (GDP), and is an emerging innovation and technology hub. This programme focuses on experiential learning through case studies, panel discussions, site visits, and class presentations.
S.M.A.R.T Entrepreneurship X Global – Indonesia
Through hands-on case studies, site visits, and interactive discussions, this programme equips participants to identify business opportunities in Indonesia’s high-growth economy, navigate e-commerce trends, develop integrated business strategies, leverage RCEP opportunities, build key networks, and craft actionable market-ready strategies.
S.M.A.R.T Entrepreneurship X Global – Peru
Exploring Peru’s agricultural, aquaculture, and smart logistics ecosystems, learn global sustainability practices, and visit key fishing and logistics hubs. Participants will expand professional networks through curated sessions with local industry leaders and craft tailored business strategies to drive growth, innovation, and cross-border collaboration in agribusiness and logistics.
S.M.A.R.T Entrepreneurship X Global – Shanghai (Artificial Intelligence (AI) & Robotics)
Explore Shanghai’s rapidly growing AI and Robotics ecosystem in the S.M.A.R.T Entrepreneurship X Global – Shanghai course, where industrial hubs like Zhangjiang AI Island, Xuhui West Bund Wisdom Island, and Minhang Maqiao Innovation Zone converge with over 1,100 AI companies, top universities, and a thriving talent pool to drive entrepreneurial opportunities in AI, robotics, and advanced technologies.
S.M.A.R.T Entrepreneurship X Global – Shanghai (Trade, Food & Logistics)
In the S.M.A.R.T Entrepreneurship X Global – Shanghai course, students explore Shanghai’s vibrant F&B sector, where Haipai culture, global inspiration, and innovative production techniques converge, offering insights into trade, food, and logistics while driving entrepreneurial opportunities in China’s rapidly evolving food and beverage landscape
S.M.A.R.T Entrepreneurship X Global: Shenzhen (Artificial Intelligence (AI) & Robotics)
Understand and navigate Shenzhen’s AI and robotics ecosystem, explore collaboration opportunities across the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area (GBA) and Southeast Asia, engage with Tsinghua University alumni and industry leaders.
S.M.A.R.T Entrepreneurship X Global – Shikoku (Japan)
Explore Shikoku’s food, agriculture, and logistics ecosystem, leveraging AI-driven innovations, sustainable practices, and industry insights. Build networks, visit key hubs, and develop a strategic Singapore-Japan business plan for impactful collaborations.
S.M.A.R.T Entrepreneurship X Global – Silicon Valley
Participants will gain a comprehensive understanding of cutting-edge AI and robotics technologies, learn from industry leaders and academic pioneers at Stanford and UC Berkeley, and explore practical business applications through networking with alumni and executives.
S.M.A.R.T Entrepreneurship X Global – Tokyo: Artificial Intelligence (AI)
Through experiential learning, participants will explore Japan’s digital innovation strategy and startup ecosystem, evaluate cutting-edge AI and robotics technologies across sectors like F&B, retail, and logistics.
S.M.A.R.T. Entrepreneurship Module 1: Scale
This immersive and experiential module is designed to equip business owners and executives with an in-depth understanding and analysis of Internationalisation concepts, strategic business challenges and growth opportunities in the dynamic and complex business environment in Asia. Leading tech titans from the US and China have located their Regional Headquarters (RHQs) in Singapore to compete in Southeast Asia region.
Finances
Available funding
| Funding type | Main eligibility |
| SSG Course Fee Grant 70% of course fees (excluding GST) |
Singapore Citizens or Singapore Permanent Residents |
| Mid-Career Enhanced Subsidy (MCES) Up to 90% of course fees. |
Singapore Citizens aged 40 years and above
|
| Enhanced Training Support for SMEs (ETSS) Up to 90% of course fees and 80% of basic hourly salary capped at $7.50/hr. |
Local or PR employees of SMEs
Organisation must be registered or incorporated in Singapore Employment size of not more than 200 or with annual sales turnover of not more than $100 million |
| Union Training Assistance Programme (“UTAP”) 50% unfunded course fee support for up to $250 each year |
NTUC members
Excludes miscellaneous fees such as GST and registration fee etc UTAP application must be submitted within 6 months after course completion |
| Post Secondary Education Account (“PSEA”) |
Singapore Citizens
|
Information is a guide based on subsidy/funding provider. Participants are strongly advised to check the respective websites for the most updated eligibility requirements.