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APRIL 2018 – JULY 2018
LEARNING COURSES
HIGHLIGHTS:
Achieve Success Through Smart Mitigation • The Science of Happiness at the Workplace • Social Media Listening
Introduction on Industry 4.0 • Innovative Learning Journey @ Singapore University of Technology & Design
Lead with Significance
About Industry Guru
With 15 years in corporate industry and 20 Stay a student
years at Deloitte under his belt, Dr. Janson Yap for Continuous
Be inspired by the unique experiences through sharing sessions by esteemed knows what it takes to be a leader in an age of Upgrading
speakers and change-makers. Understand the emerging trends from industry unprecedented change. So how would he
experts and business leaders. Bounce off ideas with fellow PMETs and advise professionals,
G
experience how the Industry Guru Series can help you to network, exchange lobalisation and technological disruptions managers, executives and
ideas, and gain insights under the three tracks. are profoundly shaping the economy. In technicians (PMETs) who want to
an age where process and capital changes make their mark in the corporate world?
are recalibrating on all levels, interconnectivity
and interdependence are now integrated in the “I’ve found that the more I know, the more I don’t
leadership game. know,” says Dr. Yap. “If PMETs want to succeed, they
have to accept that the world is disruptive, that this
DEEP DIVE LEARNING With 35 years of corporate and professional may affect them, and adopt new ways to adapt via
Dive into exciting courses conducted by PA Trainers services experience, Dr. Janson Yap’s expertise in continuous learning.”
and industry experts. Through tracks like ‘Business management and risk intelligence has yielded rich
Leadership and Management’ and ‘Digital & Innovation’, insights on what it means to lead in a world where He also advises young PMETs to gain more exposure
PMEs can enhance their work competencies. change keeps changing. and awareness by working overseas. “Singapore is
part of the global ecosystem, and given our position
Leadership in a Volatile World in the diverse Asian region, working overseas would
While certain leadership qualities, such as be the perfect opportunity to develop one’s cultural
integrity, commitment and passion, remain as intelligence,” shares Dr. Yap.
timeless leadership values, Dr. Yap acknowledges
that other values have come to the fore in an age Above all, Dr. Yap advocates a commitment to a
of rapid transformation. lifetime of learning, upgrading and refining oneself
as a fundamental part of leadership. “It’s a journey
INNOVATION LEARNING JOURNEY
Curiosity is foremost. Dr. Yap cites that a leader about continuously adapting to the changing
Come face-to-face with business experts and gain
who is comfortable staying within the boundaries environment and being relevant,” shares Dr. Yap.
understanding on the inner workings of various
of calculated risks and safety brings you nowhere. Lastly, develop oneself to be resilient because the
industries. Explore what makes specific industries
“The usual business environment will not be able future is volatile and uncertain.
tick through industry visits and share session by
to cope with the changes of the white water
industry experts.
world. I think it’s ludicrous to think that a leader
who isn’t curious about what’s going to happen in
future can be a leader of any significance,” quips “A leader needs to do
Dr. Yap.
things that have never
Interconnectivity also calls for an understanding
been done before and
T-CONNECT
Delve further into topics of interest with Industry of cultural diversity. With modern workplaces
increasingly comprising a mix of groups, such as
also make informed
Guru’s T-Connect interest group sessions; a more
regular and intimate take for PMEs to come together baby boomers and millennials, as well as people
of different nationalities working together, leaders
judgments in order to
and discuss on topics that interest them. PMEs can
share concerns and views with industry experts, should aim to build a culture of inclusivity among
build stronger rapport with fellow PMEs, and gain diversity, in order to establish trust in their teams.
in-depth insights into various industry subjects.
Furthermore, traditional leadership that once
stay afloat.”
took a more authoritarian approach is no longer
the go-to method. “Collaboration is absolutely Want to gain more insight from Dr. Janson Yap?
Follow us on: vital because the complexity of the environment Join his upcoming course ‘Achieve Success
necessitate you to not be able to do everything through Smart Mitigation’ on 21 April (Sat)!
PMET NETWORK PMET NETWORK by yourself,” explains Dr Yap. More details on page 11.
As such, ensure your resume is distinctive. “Cater
to the employer that you’re applying to, and Take Your Brand And you can’t be clear if you’re speaking to
everyone.
to Another Level
specifically say how the skillset you have can help
the company,” says Liu. If someone is viewing your profile, your website,
remember that it is one person on his mobile
Be Unabashedly You phone – it’s not the mass. Whether you’re building
When you finally snag a one-in-a-million chance Marketing guru Imran Mohamad possesses sure- your CV on LinkedIn or creating a profile on
at an interview, you would want to leave a perfect fire strategies to propel your business to success. Facebook, be really clear of who you’re speaking
impression. Liu advocates playing up one’s unique to. Only then will you be able to connect with
“W
personality so let your enthusiasm, resourcefulness, hat we try to do is take a the right audience, and possibly find what you’re
and creativity shine as they shape the impression message, take a business and looking for.
take a belief and amplify it for
How to Score
you leave behind.
them – the business owners,” quips Imran As great as the online platforms are, the human-
“A different perspective about how to do that task Mohamad, the founder and Managing Director to-human connection cannot be removed so tap
During a Job that’s required of you in that role would be quite a
refreshing change for employers who are used to
of The Leverage Group. into the offline platforms as well. Explore avenues
such as events or partnerships to reach out to your
Interview
hearing off-the-mill sort of answers,” explains Liu. Imran learned to run a successful business the target audience. “Everything you do has to speak
hard way, trying his hand at different ventures the same language, has to align,” shares Imran.
The Best Investment six times before finding his niche on the seventh
Instead of focusing too much on their academic attempt. In fact, his first business put him and his Building your brand is a series of deliberate steps.
StaffOnDemand founder Christine Liu knows background and work experience, job-seekers then-partner in more than six figures of debt. But Whether it be for yourself or for your organization,
which candidates tend to snag the job. need to figure out how they play an important today, he helps companies achieve exponential opportunities are created when you craft the right
role in growing the organisation they wish to growth through savvy marketing customized for image and deliver the right message. The network
C
hristine Liu loves a challenge. In fact, she join. “Make it crystal clear to your prospective every client. you cultivate, the events you attend; these add to
enjoys solving problems so much that the employers why hiring you is the best investment your brand and it’s definitely not by chance.
appeal of creating a digital solution to they can make,” she says. “When it comes to business, there are many
match employers to the right talents in the fastest external factors that are outside of one’s control
and most efficient way possible lured her from the If you have a track record to demonstrate, go [but] the one who wins is the one who learns
world of banking to become a technopreneur. ahead. Let your interviewer know what you have from data, tweaks it for his or her purposes and “We are in a special
helped your previous or current organization executes the most,” shares Imran.
“It’s all about identifying a problem that is big
enough to solve,” says Liu with a smile. Liu
achieve, and how you could do the same for them.
Overcoming Change
time and place where
founded StaffOnDemand, a human resource
technology firm that uses a cloud-based
Ultimately, whether it is picking up a new skill or
effecting a change, Liu says it is good to share with
As cliché as it sounds, a stumbling block that
businesses often face is the fear of change. “The
you can literally be your
recruitment management system to solve the
simple yet often challenging issue of matching the
your prospective employer how you see yourself
growing together with the company if you were to
technicalities are easy but business owners see
everything as their baby, and the fear is adopting
own media.”
best talent to the right employers. join the firm. a method that goes against everything they have
done or learned over the years,” explains Imran.
As the Head of Partner Acquisitions, Liu regularly Want to gain more insight from Imran? Join his
connects with employers to find out their most
pertinent manpower concerns. In her many
“Make it crystal clear But Imran knows best how to help these
businesses that constantly worry about external
upcoming course ‘Creating Your Professional
Brand’! More details on page 13.
encounters with hiring managers, Liu has gained
an understanding on employers’ expectations and to your prospective factors beyond one’s control. Backed by case
studies and market research, Imran helps clients
knows which candidates tend to score the job.
employers why hiring you focus on everything that’s within control instead.
is the best investment
Customise Your Resume Be Your Own Media
Understandably, it is frustrating when job-seekers We are in a special time and place where you
they can make.”
repeatedly fail to net job interviews. Liu believes can literally be your own media. In a time where
the most common mistake job-seekers make digital marketing is the new normal, Imran feels
is submitting a generic resume. Hiring managers that being clear about your objectives, what you
go through hundreds of applications, and if represent and who your audience is is half the
there’s not an element that makes yours stand Want to gain more insight from Christine? Join battle won.
out, then they’re definitely going to pass on her upcoming course ‘Hiring the Right Talents in
you as well. the New Economy’! More details on page 17.
Contents
27 Understanding Unmanned Aerial
ENTREPRENEURSHIP Vehicle (UAV)
08 Taking up Speaking 28 Overview of Blockchain and its
Opportunities Real-Life Applications
09 Innovation Skills for Business 29 Introduction to Internet of Things
30 Leading with Data Analytics and
10 SkillsFuture@PA Problem- Machine Learning
Solving with Design Thinking
31 Cultivating Company Branding
11 Achieve Success through Strategies via WeChat
Smart Mitigation
32 Introduction to Artificial Intelligence
12 The Science of Happiness at
the Workplace
33 Methodologies for Project
Management
13 Creating Your Professional
Brand
34 SkillsFuture@PA Understanding
Automation and Robotics
14 Developing a Robust
DIGITAL AND INNOVATION
Business Model & Validation
15 SkillsFuture@PA 18 SkillsFuture@PA Blockchain in
Introduction to Business Law Financial Services
for Start-Ups Innovation Learning
19 Social Media Listening
Journey
16 Pitching Your Tech
Start-Up 101
20 Emerging Trends in Big Data for
Banking Sector 35 Supply Chain Asia Innovation
17 Hiring the Right Talents in Playground
the New Economy
21 SkillsFuture@PA Impactful Social
Media Content Strategies 36 Singapore University of
Technology & Design
22 SkillsFuture@PA Making Better
Decisions with Data Analytics
37 KHL Bedok Printing Plant
23 Introduction to Python for Data
Science and Machine Learning
24 Introduction on Industry 4.0
25 Introduction to App Development
with Thunkable
26 Introduction to Internet of Things
(IoT) via Micro:bit
*Refreshments will be provided
8 | ENTREPRENEURSHIP ENTREPRENEURSHIP | 9
Entrepreneurship Innovation Skills for Business
Innovation is increasingly becoming a requisite in improving work culture and management success.
Are you ready to take up this emerging role of an innovation leader? This course provides insights
on how managers and leaders can leverage on innovation models and processes to stay innovative
at the workplace!
TRAINING PARTNER
Dr Charles Png is known for his creative and innovative solutions for his clients. Reflecting his variety
Taking up Speaking Opportunities
of passions, his clients come from varied industries from Singapore to Myammar. He is a certified
innovation facilitator and is passionate about innovation and technology.
Many recognise the importance of communication, but not many take the initiative to hone their No. of Session: 1
Date Time Organising CC
speaking skills. The lack of confidence in speaking sets you back from conveying important ideas. Duration: 3 hrs
This session provides insights on available platforms to improve one’s speaking skills and hence Fees: $10(M) | $20(NM)
7 Apr, Sat 9am - 12pm Toa Payoh East CC
opening doors to opportunities in one’s personal and professional circles. No. of pax: Min: 10 | Max: 25
2 Jun, Sat 9am - 12pm Toa Payoh Central CC
TRAINING PARTNER
Darren Tay is the first Singaporean to win the World Championship of Public
Speaking, and has successfully demonstrated what it means to express to
impress. The Managing Director and Master Trainer of the Public Speaking
Academy has spoken to more than 100,000 in his career as a professional
speaker. Darren specialises in topics on confidence building, increasing one’s
influence and persuasive skills.
No. of Session: 1
Date Time Organising CC
Duration: 2 hrs
Fees: NIL
2 Apr, Mon 7pm - 9pm Cairnhill CC
No. of pax: Min: 50 | Max: 200
Darren Tay Dr Charles Png
Managing Director and Master Trainer Principal Consultant
Public Speaking Academy Seat of Wisdom Consultancy Services Pte Ltd
10 | ENTREPRENEURSHIP ENTREPRENEURSHIP | 11
SkillsFuture@PA
Problem-Solving with Design Thinking
Dr Janson Yap
Asia Pacific and Southeast Asia
Regional Managing Director
Deloitte Risk Advisory Services and
Design Thinking has gained recognition by leading organisations as a design and business process Chief Innovation Officer of Deloitte
enabler that allows professionals from multiple disciplines to adopt design as an innovative problem- South East Asia
solving tool. This hands-on course looks to equip you with skill sets such as Ethnographic methods,
Ideation, and Rapid Prototyping techniques.
TRAINING PARTNER
Deloitte, one of the world’s largest professional services network, helps clients unlock their creative Achieve Success through Smart Mitigation
potential via innovative and transformational methods, from both a business and technological
perspective.
Paved with uncertainty, disruptions in the digital age can have wide-spreading consequences leading
to failure. You will gain insights on 10 key risk trends, and be introduced to the SMART methodology to
No. of Session: 1
Date Time Organising CC achieve better understanding of the “white water world” and achieve success in these uncertain times.
Duration: 8 hrs*
Fees: $12(M) | $22(NM)
14 Apr, Sat 9am - 5pm Tampines West CC TRAINING PARTNER
No. of pax: Min: 10 | Max: 25
12 May, Sat 9am - 5pm Fengshan CC
16 Jun, Sat 9am - 5pm Toa Payoh East CC
Deloitte, one of the world’s largest professional services network, helps clients unlock their creative
potential via innovative and transformational methods, from both a business and technological
perspective.
No. of Session: 1
Date Time Organising CC
Duration: 4 hrs
Fees: $10(M) | $20(NM)
21 Apr, Sat 9am - 1pm Keat Hong CC
No. of pax: Min. 10 | Max. 25
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Creating your Professional Brand
Ever wondered how Richard Branson or Tony Fernandez built their personal brands, and how
an ‘ordinary’ professional or entrepreneur can do the same? Learn how to turn your brand into a
“celebrity”. Gain authority and credibility, build a loyal fan base, and create communities that are key to
your brand’s differentiation in often saturated markets.
TRAINING PARTNER
The Leverage Group helps entrepreneurs drive targeted, profitable, and scalable leads into their
business everyday with their proven done-for-you marketing services. They have been featured on
938Live, Sunday Times, Suria, and Berita Harian.
The Science of Happiness at the Workplace Date Time Organising CC
No. of Session: 1
Duration: 3 hrs
Fees: $10(M) | $20(NM)
2 May, Wed 7pm - 10pm Tampines Changkat CC
No. of pax: Min: 10 | Max: 25
Happy staff equates to a motivated team, which in turn, provides competitive advantage in the
business. As all leaders know, happiness at the workplace is one of the keys to staff retention and 3 May, Thu 7pm - 10pm Fengshan CC
productivity, but many find it a challenge to fulfil. Learn the science of happiness and the necessary
4 May, Fri 7pm - 10pm Tampines West CC
skills in promoting happiness at the workplace.
TRAINING PARTNER
Dr Charles Png has a doctorate in business administration and has leadership experience in the
education and media sectors. He is a certified Science of Happiness advocate, and has spoken to more
than 50 organisations and actively facilitates in leadership and staff development workshops.
No. of Session: 1
Date Time Organising CC
Duration: 3 hrs
Fees: $10(M) | $20(NM)
28 Apr, Sat 9am - 12pm Thomson CC
No. of pax: Min: 10 | Max: 25
16 Jun, Sat 9am - 12pm Toa Payoh East CC
Imran Mohamad
Founder & Managing Director
The Leverage Group
14 | ENTREPRENEURSHIP ENTREPRENEURSHIP | 15
Developing a Robust Business
Model & Validation
Learn how Design Thinking can be an effective tool in creating your unique business model.
Understand the value of trends, gain insights on creating new products and services from analysis of
customer research, and develop business models with the nine categories concept.
Central Chambers Team
TRAINING PARTNER
SkillsFuture@PA
Doon Asia facilitates the creation of effective lean innovation and creative thinking teams within Introduction to Business Law for Start-Ups
organisations harnessing on the Doon Innovation Methodology originating from the Netherlands.
Actively partnering businesses since 2016, Doon Asia effects creative change turning creative ideas
into viable business models. For a young start-up, failure to understand legal obligations can mean an early end to one’s venture.
The course introduces you to legal challenges that the start-up might face during growth phase.
Providing valuable insights, you can look forward to understanding the entire venture process from
No. of Session: 1 incorporation to exit.
Date Time Organising CC
Duration: 4 hrs
Fees: $10(M) | $20(NM) TRAINING PARTNER
19 May, Sat 2pm - 6pm Toa Payoh East CC
No. of pax: Min: 10 | Max: 25
Central Chambers was established in 2002 by legal practitioners unified by a belief in furthering the
tradition of a noble profession and building an institution around it. That belief was perpetuated with
each joining legal practitioner bringing on board a wide range of expertise and experience.
No. of Session: 1
Date Time Organising CC
Duration: 7 hrs*
Fees: $12(M) | $22(NM)
26 May, Sat 10am - 5pm Toa Payoh South CC
No. of pax: Min: 30 | Max: 75
26 May, Sat 10am - 5pm Tampines Changkat CC
26 May, Sat 10am - 5pm The Frontier CC
Off-site @ Central Chambers Law Corporation
150 Cecil St #03-00
Singapore 069543
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Pitching your Tech Start-Up 101 Christine Liu
Head | Partnership Acquisitions
StaffOnDemand
Got a great tech start-up idea but not sure how to get it up and running? Our programme seeks to
help technopreneurs pave the road for the journey ahead. Be introduced to the start-up process from
the writing of business plans, to selling one’s concept to investors. Learn from industry experts and
turn your vision into reality.
TRAINING PARTNER
Hiring the Right Talents in the New Economy
Talent acquisition remains the top challenge for HR Professionals and business owners in the new
KK Fund is a Venture Capital fund investing in seed stage internet and mobile start-ups across economy of growing job mobility and demand for skilled talents. In this short but interactive session,
Southeast Asia, Hong Kong, and Taiwan. learn key talent acquisition strategies and tools adopted by market leaders, and create your own talent
management frameworks in your organisation.
No. of Session: 1 TRAINING PARTNER
Date Time Organising CC
Duration: 2.5 hrs
Fees: $10(M) | $20(NM)
2 Jun, Sat 9.30am – 12pm Tampines Changkat CC
No. of pax: Min: 10 | Max: 25
StaffOnDemand is a cloud-based HR technology solutions provider that disrupts and transforms the
way SMEs manage complex HR processes. They empower direct employers to recruit and manage
staff in a smarter and faster way, while giving them full control and overview of the entire recruitment
process.
No. of Session: 1
Date Time Organising CC
Duration: 3 hrs
Fees: $10(M) | $20(NM)
29 Jun, Fri 2pm - 5pm Geylang Serai CC
No. of pax: Min: 10 | Max: 25
Off-site @ JustCo
6 Raffles Quay, #16-01
Singapore 048580
Kuan Hsu
Co-Founder & General Partner
KK Fund Pte Ltd
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Social Media Listening
Digital and
Innovation With the daily exchange of social conversation happening today, social media is no longer just a
marketing tool. Be it defusing escalating crises or responding to competition, learn how to tap into
relevant and real-time conversations to make smarter and more effective decisions, and provide insight
for new product ideas.
TRAINING PARTNER
SkillsFuture@PA
Blockchain in Financial Services
Launched in 2000, StarHub is Singapore’s fully integrated info-communications company, offering a
range of information, communications and entertainment services for both consumer and corporate
markets. Its social media intelligence hub, Curiosity, is a key part in helping the company in everything
Blockchain Technology has started a transformation within the financial industry as seen with the from product development to crisis management. However, businesses can also engage Curiosity
recent cryptocurrency excitement. Through a series of exciting group activities and assignments, you to help generate key insights to power decision making through proven social data analytics
look to gain a deeper understanding of Blockchain Technology and its implications for the future. and solutions.
TRAINING PARTNER
No. of Session: 1
Date Time Organising CC
Duration: 3 hrs
Fees: $10(M) | $20(NM)
17 Apr, Tue 2pm – 5pm MacPherson CC
No. of pax: Min: 10 | Max: 25
21 Jun, Thu 2pm – 5pm Marine Parade CC
Singapore FinTech Association, a non-profit initiative, designed to accelerate the development of
FinTech companies through an ecosystem that fosters collaboration and co-creates effective solutions
using this powerful tool to boost the FinTech community. Off-site @ StarHub, Curiosity Hub
67 Ubi Ave 1
Singapore 408942
No. of Session: 2
Date Time Organising CC
Duration: 3.5 hrs*
Fees: $12(M) | $22(NM)
11 & 18 Apr, Wed 6.30pm - 10pm Tampines West CC
No. of pax: Min: 10 | Max: 40
Branson Lee
Head of Talents, EXCO Member
Singapore FinTech Association20 | DIGITAL AND INNOVATION DIGITAL AND INNOVATION | 21
DIGITAL AND INNOVATION | 21
SkillsFuture@PA
Dr Anton Ravindran
Founder & CEO
Impactful Social Media Content Strategies
RapidStart
Are Facebook, Instagram, Snapchat completely frivolous? Why are millennials so obsessed with
our phones and the internet? Join our workshop to find out how social media can be an effective
marketing tool for your products and services. Learn to adopt a comprehensive content marketing
strategy to target specific demographics of millennials.
TRAINER
Melissa Lim is the Co-Founder and Head of Marketing at Business IT Systems Pte Ltd - an enterprise
technology company helping traditional businesses innovate and thrive in the digital economy. Prior to
starting her own venture, she provided digital marketing consulting to start-ups, and has been featured
in Forbes.
Emerging Trends in Big Data
for Banking Sector
No. of Session: 1
Date Time Organising CC
Duration: 7 hrs*
Fees: $120(M) | $130(NM)
24 Apr, Tue 10am - 5pm Tampines West CC
No. of pax: Min: 10 | Max: 30
Advances in big data science has presented us with new frontiers in banking and financial services.
With powerful new techniques, including complex machine-learning algorithms, big data enables us to Off-site @ JustCo @ UIC Building
process data better, faster, and cheaper than ever before. This workshop will highlight some of the use 5 Shenton Way, UIC Building,
cases of Big Data in Banking. #10-01 Singapore 068808
TRAINING PARTNER
Rapidstart is a pioneer in offering training and certification (based on Open Source Technologies)
in the areas of Business Analytics, Data Science Cloud Computing, Internet of Things, and Artificial
Intelligence
No. of Session: 1
Date Time Organising CC
Duration: 2.5 hrs
Fees: $10(M) | $20(NM)
19 Apr, Thu 7pm - 9.30pm Taman Jurong CC
No. of pax: Min: 10 | Max: 25
Melissa Lim
Co-Founder & Head of Marketing
Business IT Systems Pte Ltd22 | DIGITAL AND INNOVATION DIGITAL AND INNOVATION | 23
SkillsFuture@PA
Making Better Decisions with Data Analytics
Data and data analytics are becoming common features of professional life. This course looks to
provide participants with a simple but powerful set of tools, such as Data Visualisation and Machine
Learning, that can be applied in the workplace to drive efficiency and effectiveness.
TRAINING PARTNER
Deloitte, one of the world’s largest professional services network, helps clients unlock their creative
potential via innovative and transformational methods, from both a business and technological
perspective.
Introduction to Python for
Data Science and Machine Learning
No. of Session: 1
Date Time Organising CC
Duration: 8 hrs*
Fees: $12(M) | $22(NM) Coding has been touted as one of the top must-have skills in this new digital age. Start your coding
5 May, Sat 9am – 5pm Hillview CC journey with Python, a beginner-friendly programme language useful in scripting, automation, data
No. of pax: Min: 10 | Max: 25
science, and more. Learn to use Python in data science and simple productivity enhancements for the
26 May, Sat 9am – 5pm Tampines West CC
workplace.
30 Jun, Sat 9am – 5pm Tampines Changkat CC
TRAINING PARTNER
Tinkeracademy is the education arm of Tinkertanker. They have developed apps, founded a start-up,
and taught a wide variety of classes on programming, electronics, game development, and more.
No. of Session: 1
Date Time Organising CC
Duration: 2 hrs
Fees: $10(M) | $20(NM)
9 May, Wed 7pm - 9pm The Frontier CC
No. of pax: Min: 10 | Max: 25
4 Jul, Wed 7pm - 9pm Tanjong Pagar CC
IN COLLABORATION WITH
Sam Cammiss
Director | Innovation associate
Deloitte in Southeast Asia an NTUC initiative24 | DIGITAL AND INNOVATION DIGITAL AND INNOVATION | 25
Introduction on Industry 4.0
Industry 4.0 is a revolution grounded in technology that is already transforming the way we work, play,
and learn. This seminar will introduce key concepts such as Cloud Computing and Big Data, exposing
participants to case studies in smart manufacturing, products and cities. Gain eye-opening insights to
the potential of Industry 4.0, and its impact on your business.
TRAINING PARTNER
Robotics Automation Centre of Excellence (RACE) is an industry initiative to drive Industry 4.0
change within Singapore and Southeast Asia region, as well as to train and nurture robotics engineers
in order to take on larger and more complex projects.
No. of Session: 1
Introduction to App Development
Date Time Organising CC
Duration: 2 hrs
Fees: $10(M) | $20(NM)
with Thunkable
12 May, Sat 2.30pm - 4.30pm The Frontier CC
No. of pax: Min: 10 | Max: 25
25 May, Fri 7pm - 9pm Buona Vista CC Mobile development and the ability to create apps on one’s mobile phone is an exciting prospect for
many users. However, coding with traditional mobile app framework can be daunting for most. Join
2 Jun, Sat 2.30pm - 4.30pm Tampines West CC us in learning with Thunkable, a user-friendly drag-and-drop-block based programming language for
designing functional apps on an Android platform.
TRAINING PARTNER
Tinkeracademy is the education arm of Tinkertanker. They have developed apps, founded a start-up,
and taught a wide variety of classes on programming, electronics, game development, and more.
No. of Session: 1
Date Time Organising CC
Duration: 2 hrs
Fees: $10(M) | $20(NM)
17 May, Thu 7pm - 9pm Bishan CC
No. of pax: Min: 10 | Max: 25
IN COLLABORATION WITH
associate
an NTUC initiative26 | DIGITAL AND INNOVATION DIGITAL AND INNOVATION | 27
Introduction to Internet of Things (IoT)
via Micro:bit
The latest buzzword is the Internet of Things (IoT), but what does it mean? Learn more about IoT
and the basics of programming with Micro:bit, a mini computer board with built-in features such as a
motion detector, and LED board. Understand IoT fundamentals through hands-on exercises and start
your learning journey in this fast emerging domain.
TRAINING PARTNER
Understanding Unmanned
The first educational institution in Singapore to leverage the Problem-based Learning approach for
all its diploma programmes, Republic Polytechnic (RP) has seven schools and one academic centre Aerial Vehicle (UAV)
offering forty-one diplomas in Applied Science, Engineering, Management and Communication,
Hospitality, Infocomm, Sports, Health & Leisure, and Technology for the Arts.
Ever been inspired by impressive aerial images taken from an Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV)? Pick up
the basics of UAV operations and regulations in Singapore. Understand the dos and don’ts of flying a
No. of Session: 1 drone, and the latest trends in the market before starting your drone-flying journey today.
Date Time Organising CC
Duration: 3 hrs
Fees: $10(M) | $20(NM) TRAINING PARTNER
21 May, Mon 6.30pm - 9.30pm Keat Hong CC
No. of pax: Min: 10 | Max: 25
Off-site @ Republic Polytechnic
9 Woodlands Avenue 9
Singapore 738964
The first educational institution in Singapore to leverage the Problem-based Learning approach for
all its diploma programmes, Republic Polytechnic (RP) has seven schools and one academic centre
offering forty-one diplomas in Applied Science, Engineering, Management and Communication,
Hospitality, Infocomm, Sports, Health & Leisure, and Technology for the Arts.
No. of Session: 1
Date Time Organising CC
Duration: 3 hrs
Fees: $10(M) | $20(NM)
23 May, Wed 6.30pm - 9.30pm Ayer Rajah CC
No. of pax: Min: 10 | Max: 25
23 May, Wed 6.30pm - 9.30pm Bishan CC
14 Jun, Thu 6.30pm - 9.30pm Buona Vista CC
Off-site @ Republic Polytechnic
9 Woodlands Avenue 9
Singapore 73896428 | DIGITAL AND INNOVATION DIGITAL AND INNOVATION | 29
Introduction to Internet of Things
Internet of Things (IOT) is connecting any physical object to the internet in the world and in space,
which has given unprecedented access to communicate and control any device or object from
anywhere. This workshop will highlight some of the use cases of Internet of Things (IoT) in the context
of Smart Cities.
TRAINING PARTNER
Rapidstart is a pioneer in offering training and certification (based on Open Source Technologies)
in the areas of Business Analytics, Data Science Cloud Computing, Internet of Things, and Artificial
Overview of Blockchain and Intelligence
its Real-Life Applications Date Time Organising CC
No. of Session: 1
Duration: 2.5 hrs
Fees: $10(M) | $20(NM)
7 Jun, Thu 7pm - 9.30pm Tampines Central CC
Leaders across the globe are realising the potential of Blockchain technology, and how it can do much No. of pax: Min: 10 | Max: 25
more than record monetary transactions. This workshop will highlight Blockchain, cryptocurrencies,
and their strategic importance to any organisation.
TRAINING PARTNER
Rapidstart is a pioneer in offering training and certification (based on Open Source Technologies)
in the areas of Business Analytics, Data Science Cloud Computing, Internet of Things, and Artificial
Intelligence
No. of Session: 1
Date Time Organising CC
Duration: 2.5 hrs
Fees: $10(M) | $20(NM)
24 May, Thu 7pm - 9.30pm Geylang Serai CC
No. of pax: Min: 10 | Max: 25
Off-site @ Okada Coffee & Sweets
153 Joo Chiat Road
Singapore 42743130 | DIGITAL AND INNOVATION DIGITAL AND INNOVATION | 31
Cultivating Company Branding Strategies
via WeChat
Learn to harness WeChat, the social messaging app in China, into a potent branding tool for
your marketing efforts. Gain practical knowledge of the platform and understand its role in personal
and business avenues especially in China in a fun and practical session. Start your WeChat journey
with us today!
TRAINING PARTNER
Serial entrepreneur and certified ACTA trainer, Warren Teh founded six companies ranging from
e-commerce and social media marketing to F&B. His interest in WeChat marketing began in 2013, and
has since become a subject expert at executing the Chinese social media marketing campaign strategy,
and coaching.
No. of Session: 1
Date Time Organising CC
Duration: 3 hrs
Fees: $10(M) | $20(NM)
Leading with Data Analytics
28 Jun, Thu 7pm - 10pm Tampines Changkat CC
No. of pax: Min: 10 | Max: 25
and Machine Learning
The world is increasingly driven by data and the value that data holds is the key that will unlock the
true potential of your business. Learn to use scientific method to understand how BIG data is organ-
ised, analysed and interpreted, identify patterns and trends that would otherwise go unnoticed, and
extract knowledge and insights that will drive your company forward!
TRAINING PARTNER
IBM Singapore, the leading technology consulting expert, specialises in helping companies and
businesses make savvy investments by applying its unique expertise to unlock the value in data and
uncover insight in every decision.
No. of Session: 1
Date Time Organising CC
Duration: 3 hrs
Fees: $10(M) | $20(NM)
8 Jun, Fri 2pm - 5pm Geylang Serai CC
No. of pax: Min: 15 | Max: 40
Off-site @ IBM Singapore Warren Teh
10 Marina Boulevard CEO
#42-01, Marina Bay Financial Centre Tower 2 Biz & Consumer Solutions Pte Ltd
Singapore 01898332 | DIGITAL AND INNOVATION DIGITAL AND INNOVATION | 33
Introduction to Artificial Intelligence
Gartner predicts that by 2020, Artificial Intelligence (AI) will be among the top five investment
priorities for more than 30 percent of Chief Information Officers, with AI being the critical driver for
demand, fraud, and failure predictions by 2019. Join us to gain an in-depth understanding on fuelling
factors contributing to the above predictions.
TRAINING PARTNER
Rapidstart is a pioneer in offering training and certification (based on Open Source Technologies)
in the areas of Business Analytics, Data Science Cloud Computing, Internet of Things, and Artificial
Methodologies for Project Management
Intelligence
No. of Session: 1
Date Time Organising CC
Duration: 2.5 hrs With ever-increasing demand for better cost management and quality product delivery, there are
Fees: $10(M) | $20(NM) various methodologies applicable across multiple industries to achieve project objectives. Gain an
28 Jun, Thu 7pm - 9.30pm Taman Jurong CC
No. of pax: Min: 10 | Max: 25 understanding of popular approaches in project management theory, and determine the most suitable
tool for you.
TRAINING PARTNER
TinkTank® is a Singapore-based learning and development consultancy with a branch office in
Malaysia. A future ready and innovative company, TinkTank partners organisations across multiple
industries in empowering their talents to be future leaders in accordance with the organisation’s
business goals.
No. of Session: 1
Date Time Organising CC
Duration: 2 hrs
Fees: $10(M) | $20(NM)
13 Jul, Fri 7pm - 9pm Changi Simei CC
No. of pax: Min: 10 | Max: 25
20 Jul, Fri 7pm - 9pm Buona Vista CC
IN COLLABORATION WITH
associate
an NTUC initiative34 | DIGITAL AND INNOVATION INNOVATION LEARNING JOURNEY | 35
SkillsFuture@PA Innovation
Understanding Automation and Robotics Learning
Journey
Automation looks to change the way we work, sparking fears that much of the workforce will
Gain understanding on the inner
be replaced by robots. Separate the facts from the rumours, and gain clarity to the truth behind
automation and robotics. Understand how to be part of the industrial 4.0 revolution, and learn how to
workings of various industries
be a market leader by adopting automation effectively.
through these learning journeys.
TRAINING PARTNER
Supply Chain Asia Innovation Playground
By 2025, the e-commerce market is expected to make up 6.7% of all sales – accounting for
Robotics Automation Centre of Excellence (RACE) is an industry initiative to drive Industry 4.0 approximately S$7.6 billion. Go on an informative walk-through at the Innovation Playground, and learn
change within Singapore and Southeast Asia region, as well as to train and nurture robotics engineers how innovative technologies in the logistics and supply chain industry can be solutions to creating a
in order to take on larger and more complex projects. successful e-commerce ecosystem!
TRAINING PARTNER
No. of Session: 1
Date Time Organising CC
Duration: 9 hrs*
Fees: $360(M) | $370(NM)
28 Jul, Sat 9am - 6pm Bishan CC
No. of pax: Min: 10 | Max: 30
Off-site @ RACE Academy
505 Yishun Industrial Park A Established in 2005, Supply Chain Asia aims to bring professionals from within the logistics and
PBA Building supply chain industry together to share knowledge, learn from one another, and create opportunities
Singapore 768733 for collaboration. The organistion also provides training courses in the areas of logistics and supply
chain management, equipping attendees with skills that are applicable to the real working scenarios in
the industry.
No. of Session: 1
Date Time Organising CC
Duration: 3 hrs
Fees: NIL
20 Apr, Fri 2pm - 5pm Toa Payoh West CC
No. of pax: Min: 10 | Max: 35
25 May , Fri 2pm - 5pm Bishan CC
29 Jun, Fri 2pm - 5pm Tampines Changkat CC
Off-site @ Supply Chain City
Isa Nasser Innovation Playground
Academic Manager Supply Chain City
RACE Academy 8 Bulim Avenue, #02-03
Paul Lim
Singapore 648166
Founder/ President
Supply Chain Asia36 | INNOVATION LEARNING JOURNEY INNOVATION LEARNING JOURNEY | 37
KHL Bedok Printing Plant
As social media gains dominance as an advertising medium, it is easy to assume that print media
is now a thing of the past. But the proliferation of social media has actually made print media more
noteworthy. And with careful innovation and integration, the future of print media continues to see new
potential and opportunities.
TRAINING PARTNER
COLOURSCAN is the region’s premier digital-imaging hub offering a one stop whole print processes
services. Since its establishment in 1977, COLOURSCAN has built an unrivalled reputation for quality,
and established an international client list of the best names in publishing, advertising, and packaging.
Singapore University of Technology & Design
No. of Session: 1
Date Time Organising CC
Duration: 3 hrs
The advent of technology and digital advancements have brought about disruptions to how society
Fees: NIL
functions. This course aims to provide you with a quick insight on the development of Artificial 18 May, Fri 2pm - 5pm Bedok CC
No. of pax: Min: 10 | Max: 30
Intelligence, cybersecurity, and 3D printing, and their importance in the shift towards a smart nation.
Off-site @ Colourscan Print Co. Pte. Ltd
TRAINING PARTNER
20 Bedok South Road
Singapore 469277
The Singapore University of Technology and Design (SUTD) is Singapore’s fourth public university,
and one of the first universities in the world to incorporate the art and science of design and
technology into a multi-disciplinary curriculum. SUTD was established in collaboration with the
Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) and seeks to advance knowledge and nurture technically-
grounded leaders and innovators to serve societal needs.
No. of Session: 1
Date Time Organising CC
Duration: 2 hrs
Fees: NIL
27 Apr, Fri 3pm - 5pm Anchorvale CC
No. of pax: Min: 15 | Max: 60
27 Apr, Fri 3pm - 5pm Bishan North CC Eric Boo
Chief Operating Officer
Off-site @ SUTD Colourscan Print Co. Pte Ltd
8 Somapah Road
Singapore 487372Our Partners Participating CCs
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Tel: 6489 4959 Tel: 6747 2919 Tel: 6221 9898
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Singapore 609335 #01-01 Singapore 667970 #01-01 Singapore 648346
Tel: 6560 9983 Tel: 6515 0073 Tel: 6795 8229
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Tel: 6449 6323 Tel: 6769 4194 Tel: 6251 6344
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1 Anthony Road Blk 866A Tampines St 83 Blk 131 Lorong 1 Toa Payoh
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Tel: 6441 2412 Tel: 6788 1912
associate
an NTUC initiative
With immediate effect, SkillsFuture Credit (SFC) claims for SF@PA courses are applicable for both onsite
and online registrations at respective CCs where the classes will be organized. For more information about
revision to SFC claim processes, please visit www.skillsfuture.sg/creditYou may now sign up for the Deep Dive Learning Courses at www.onepa.sg. For more information about PA, please visit www.pa.gov.sg. PAssion Card members are entitled to course discounts. (M) Denotes PAssion Card members (NM) Denotes Non PAssion Card members To achieve the mission of the People’s Association (PA) in building and bridging communities to achieve one people, one Singapore, we initiate and offer a wide range of programmes and services to cater to the needs and interests of Singaporeans from all walks of life. *Information is accurate at time of print. Images used are for illustration only. Printed in April 2018
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