Internationalisation Series: Future of Retail, Education and Enterprise in United Arab Emirates (UAE)
- Innovation & Business Improvement
- Internationalisation
Pre-trip workshops (in-person): 2 weeknights (7pm - 10.30pm)
5 days in United Arab Emirates (UAE)
(See programme details under Topic/ Structure)
Who Should Attend
- Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (SMEs) and business owners interested in expanding their market footprint
- Business owners and Professionals interested in leveraging technology, digital innovations/ solutions to expand their market footprint to the UAE
- Individuals interested in understanding how rich history and culture and more about the rapid development of United Arab Emirates’ economy
PREREQUISITE
- Participants should have at least 2 years of working experience and are required to submit their resume during registration
Overview
This programme commences with an introductory session in Singapore, providing participants with insights into economic and social demographic trends shaping the UAE. This is followed by the overseas immersion trip to the UAE, which presents an exceptional opportunity for individuals and companies to navigate the intricacies of the dynamic economic landscape.
Designed to guide participants in exploring business possibilities and identifying areas for expansion, the programme allows immersion in the local business culture, including exposure to local business practices and cultural nuances.
Upon completion, participants will be equipped with the knowledge and insights that will enable them to expand their market offerings and elevate their businesses through networking opportunities.
Learning Objectives
At the end of the course, participants will be able to:
- Acquire a comprehensive understanding of the UAE's business environment, its key sectors of focus, and prevailing market trends
- Network with regional business leaders, potential partners, and industry influencers to develop fruitful relationships and collaborative opportunities
- Identify specific business expansion opportunities within the UAE's economy and assess the potential benefits and challenges of venturing into these areas
- Gain insights into the UAE's unique cultural aspects that influence business practices, to seamlessly integrating into the local business landscape
- Be inspired by the UAE's commitment to innovation and technological advancements, and explore how these can be leveraged for your own business development
Topic/Structure
Pre-Trip Workshops
- Trip Briefing
- Introduction to the United Arab Emirates
- Introduction to Enterprise Transformation
- Introduction to Retail and Education Innovation
Learning Journey: Business Trip to UAE
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Note: Site visits may vary based on the profile of participants enrolled into the programme.
*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 Workshops: 2 & 3 Oct 2025 [Open for Registration]
Overseas Dates: 27 - 31 Oct 2025
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