Internationalisation Series: Exploring Sports Synthesis in Innovation, Education and Business, Spain
- Innovation & Business Improvement
- Internationalisation
Pre-trip workshop (On-campus): 1 Saturday (9am - 6pm)
6 days in Spain
(See programme details under Topic/ Structure)
Who Should Attend
- Sports agencies - representatives from sports organisations and government bodies involved in shaping Singapore's sports policies and initiatives
- Sports innovators and entrepreneurs seeking to introduce groundbreaking ideas and solutions to the sports industry in Singapore
- Educational partners and universities offering Sports Science and Sports Management programmes, to advance sports education practices in Singapore.
- Sports tech professionals engaged in the development and implementation of sports technologies
- Media and marketing professionals responsible for marketing and advertising who are keen to learn new approaches from the sports ecosystem
PREREQUISITE
- Participants should have at least 2 years of working experience
Overview
Commencing with its overseas segment in Barcelona, participants will delve into the vibrant sports ecosystem and its innovation landscape and engage with local sports tech startups, learning from entrepreneurs and gaining firsthand experiences.
Following this, participants will journey to Madrid to explore a diverse range of experiences, including learning from renowned sports schools, interacting with leading sports tech ecosystem, in collaboration with Global Sports Innovation Center (GSIC) powered by Microsoft.
Through this immersive experience, participants will develop a profound understanding of the intricate dynamics of the sports ecosystem, cultivating a comprehensive perspective on the synthesis of sports, innovation, and education.
Learning Objectives
At the end of the course, participants will be able to:
- Develop Insights into Sports Standards
Gain valuable insights into the world-renowned soccer culture of Spain, learning from academies about talent development, grassroots initiatives, and strategies to elevate standards. - Identify Opportunities in Sports Education & Skills Pathways
Foster a deep understanding of sports science education pathways and explore diverse sports science programmes offered by leading institutions in Spain, equipping participants with the knowledge to enhance sports education practices in Singapore. - Embracing Innovation for Sports
Explore how sports management academies contribute to increasing standards of play, applying innovation, and adopting cutting-edge sports technologies back in Singapore. - Networking and Collaboration
Engage with sports agencies, sports entrepreneurs/ startups, educational partners, universities, sports tech, sports media, and sports marketing personnel from both Singapore and Spain.
Topic/Structure
- Meetings with Spanish Football Authorities and Clubs*
- Meetings/visits to Football Academies
- Sports Science and Sports Management Education
- Government and Sports Associations Meetings
- Interaction with Tech Sports Management Organisations
*To be confirmed
Pre-Trip Workshop
- Trip Briefing and Logistics Arrangement
- Introduction to Spain
Learning Journey: Business Trip to Spain
Barcelona Focus:
- Immersion in sports tourism, fan engagement strategies, and the legacy of FC Barcelona
- Exploration of innovation and entrepreneurship within Barcelona's sports ecosystem
- Exploring sports academia and Sports Hub
Madrid Focus:
- Participation in Sports Tech Innovation Workshop and Activity
- Exploring sports tech in AI, Big Data, Web3, Metaverse, Blockchain, and eSports
- Networking with international industry stakeholders
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*All schedules, itineraries, and business events are subject to availability and changes. Flight tickets, travel insurance, and VISA (if required) will be covered by participants.
Assessment
As part of the requirement for SkillsFuture Singapore, there will be an assessment conducted at the end of the course. The mode of assessment, which is up to the trainer’s discretion, may be an online quiz, a presentation or based on classroom exercises.
Participants are required to attain a minimum of 75% attendance and pass the associated assessment in order to receive a digital Certificate of Completion issued by Singapore Management University.
Fee Table
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PARTICIPANT PROFILE | SELF-SPONSORED | SME | NON-SME |
Singapore Citizen < 40 years old Permanent Resident LTVP+ | $2,943 (After SSG Funding 70%) | $2,243 (After Maximum Funding) | $2,943 (After SSG Funding 70%) |
Singapore Citizen ≥ 40 years old | $2,243 (After Maximum Funding) | $2,243 (After Maximum Funding) | $2,243 (After Maximum Funding) |
International Participant | $9,810 (No Funding) | $9,810 (No Funding) | $9,810 (No Funding) |
All prices include 9% GST
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)
Intake Information
Pre-Trip Workshop: 11 Oct 2025 [Open for Registration]
Overseas Dates: 3 - 8 Nov 2025
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