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 – Boston: Harnessing Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Robotic Technologies to Build Sustainable Business Competitiveness
This programme uses experiential learning through case studies, panels, site visits, and presentations, enabling participants to understand and apply Boston鈥檚 latest AI and robotics technologies, analyse business models and real-world applications, engage with MIT alumni and industry leaders, and develop actionable AI strategies to drive growth and innovation.
S.M.A.R.T Entrepreneurship X Global – Chengdu: Artificial Intelligence (AI) & Food
An immersive journey into Chengdu鈥檚 thriving F&B ecosystem and strategic Chengdu-Chongqing Economic Circle (CCEC). This programme explores AI-driven innovations in culinary arts, advanced food manufacturing, smart F&B transformation, and logistics.
S.M.A.R.T Entrepreneurship X Global – Chile
This experiential programme empowers participants to strengthen the Singapore-Chile partnership by exploring Chile鈥檚 agricultural, aquaculture, and smart logistics ecosystems, learning sustainable best practices, and visiting leading fishing and logistics hubs.
S.M.A.R.T Entrepreneurship X Global – Chongqing
This programme equips participants to explore business opportunities in Chongqing, leverage CCI-ILSTC connectivity, assess collaborations across trade, logistics, manufacturing, and F&B sectors, engage with industry leaders and alumni, and develop actionable strategies for regional growth and competitiveness.
S.M.A.R.T Entrepreneurship X Global – Ho Chi Minh City (HCMC)
Ho Chi Minh City (HCMC), Vietnam鈥檚 financial and economic hub, contributes 25% of the nation鈥檚 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鈥檚 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鈥檚 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鈥檚 rapidly growing AI and Robotics ecosystem in the S.M.A.R.T Entrepreneurship X Global 鈥 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 鈥 Shanghai course, students explore Shanghai鈥檚 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鈥檚 rapidly evolving food and beverage landscape
S.M.A.R.T Entrepreneurship X Global: Shenzhen (Artificial Intelligence (AI) & Robotics)
Understand and navigate Shenzhen鈥檚 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.
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
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| 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
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Information is a guide based on subsidy/funding provider. Participants are strongly advised to check the respective websites for the most updated eligibility requirements.