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Community Learning for Personal Development - Mastering the Art of Learning, Sharing, and Excelling Together in a Community

  • Human Resource
  • Innovation & Business Improvement
  • Leadership & Management
Next Intake: 23 Oct 2025 (Thu)
  • Basic
  • SkillsFuture

This programme is conducted on-campus.

Next course starts on
23 Oct 2025 (Thu) See Full Schedule
Fee
SGD2,398* (as low as SGD279.40 after maximum funding) Learn More
Duration

2 days
Weekdays (9am - 6pm)

Level
Basic
Venue

Singapore Management University

Who Should Attend

  • Professionals, Managers and Executives in the training and education industries
  • Individuals, Freelancers, Entrepreneurs, Team Leads, Supervisors, Managers and Business Professionals who are keen on learning, growing, and upgrading themselves through a community

PREREQUISITE

Participants should have at least 2 years of working experience.

Overview

In an interconnected global landscape, community learning fosters collaboration and knowledge exchange, enabling professionals to stay abreast of emerging technologies, best practices, and innovative strategies.

Community learning is important for professionals, managers, and executives in today's fast-changing world. It offers a dynamic platform with abundant resources for continuous skill enhancement and adaptation to evolving industry and global trends. Moreover, it fosters a nurturing environment for networking, allowing executives to build valuable connections and partnerships.

This course empowers participants to master essential knowledge and practical skills to achieve sustainable personal growth and success through social learning, peer sharing and collaboration to excel together in communities. By actively embracing the true ethos of community learning, participants will cultivate agility, resilience, and be well-equipped to navigate the complexities of the modern business world.

Learning Objectives

  • Develop a fundamental understanding of community and its importance
  • Apply social learning techniques to learn effectively in a community
  • Formulate ways to share and contribute with an abundance and growth mindset
  • Establish a plan to excel together with other community members through peer collaboration

Assessment

  • Written Assignment

Calculate Programme Fee

Click here for more infomation about SkillsFuture Credits (Not applicable for Company-sponsored participants)
For PSEA - Available only for Singapore Citizen below 31 (Not applicable for Company-sponsored participants)

Total Program Fee: SGD0.00

Fee Table

COMPANY-SPONSORED

PARTICIPANT PROFILE

SELF-SPONSORED

SME

NON-SME

Singapore Citizen < 40 years old

Permanent Resident

LTVP+

$719.40

(After SSG Funding 70%)

$279.40

(After SSG Funding 70%
+ ETSS Funding 20%)

$719.40

(After SSG Funding 70%)

Singapore Citizen ≥ 40 years old

$279.40

(After SSG Funding 70%
+ MCES Funding 20%)

$279.40

(After SSG Funding 70%
+ ETSS Funding 20%)

$279.40

(After SSG Funding 70%
+ MCES Funding 20%)

International Participant

$2,398

(No Funding)

$2,398

(No Funding)

$2,398

(No Funding)

All prices include 9% GST

Please note that the programme fees are subject to change without prior notice.

Post Secondary Education Account (PSEA)
PSEA can be utilised for subsidised programmes eligible for SkillsFuture Credit support. Click here to find out more.

Self Sponsored

SkillsFuture Credit

Singapore Citizens aged 25 and above may use their SkillsFuture Credits to pay for the course fees. The credits may be used on top of existing course fee funding.

This is only applicable to self-sponsored participants. Application to utilise SkillsFuture Credits can be submitted when making payment for the course via the SMU Academy TMS Portal, and can only be made within 60 days of course start date.

Please click here for more information on the SkillsFuture Credit. For help in submitting an SFC claim, you may wish to refer to our step-by-step guide on claiming SkillsFuture Credits (Individual).

Workfare Skills Support Scheme

From 1 July 2023, the Workfare Skills Support (WSS) scheme has been enhanced. Please click here for more details.

Company Sponsored

Enhanced Training Support for SMEs (ETSS)

  • 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
  • Trainees must be hired in accordance with the Employment Act and fully sponsored by their employers for the course
  • Trainees must be Singapore Citizens or Singapore Permanent Residents
  • Trainees must not be a full-time national serviceman
  • Trainees are eligible for ETSS funding only if their company's SME status is approved prior to the course commencement date. To verify your SME's status, please click here. 

Please click here for more information on ETSS.

Absentee Payroll

Companies who sponsor their employees for the course may apply for Absentee Payroll here. For more information, please refer to:

AP Guide (Non-SME Companies)
Declaration Guide (SME Companies)

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Trainers

Steven Koh
CEO
Glearn Training & Consultancy
Steven Koh
CEO
Glearn Training & Consultancy

With over 27 years of industrial and management experience, Steven is a seasoned community builder, speaker, and workplace learning specialist. Since founding his training and consulting practice in 1994, he has designed and delivered impactful training solutions for renowned organisations across diverse industries. Steven focuses on equipping senior management with the skills and knowledge essential for success in the global economy. Steven has coached and developed numerous professionals, benefiting over 50,000 students and executives. Passionate about community building, he established and expanded the Community of Learning (Singapore) into a thriving network with over 4,800 leaders from 90 cities worldwide. Steven holds a degree in Computer Science, a Master of Business, and three additional professional qualifications in adult education. As the ambassador for IAL Special Interest Groups, he leads and champions community learning across various domains.

Testimonials

Attending the "Community Learning for Personal Development" course at SMU Academy was an enriching experience. The curriculum was meticulously designed, blending theory with real-world applications in a cohesive learning journey. The exceptional instructor, with his deep knowledge, experience and passion for teaching, created an engaging environment. Interactive group activities and discussions enhanced our understanding and fostered a sense of community, making complex ideas accessible and enjoyable.

What stood out were the practical applications and real-life examples from the trainer, which reinforced our understanding and boosted our confidence in using these skills personally and professionally. I highly recommend this course to anyone committed to personal and professional development.

Victoria Grace Tan
Trainer
FirstCom Academy

The trainer has put together a course to develop the mindset and skillset required for productive and enjoyable community learning. The trainer is both a knowledgeable practitioner and a great facilitator. He delivered the content in a lively and engaging manner. I highly recommend this course to anyone keen on learning about harnessing the power of community.

Lee Kiat Seng
Adjunct Lecturer
Republic Polytechnic

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