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Internationalisation Series: Leading Digital Business Transformation - Chongqing

  • Artificial Intelligence
  • Innovation & Business Improvement
  • Internationalisation
  • Basic
  • SkillsFuture
  • Short Courses
  • This module is part of Internationalisation Series

This programme is conducted in-person.

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Fee
SGD9,592* (as low as SGD2,037.60 after maximum funding) Learn More
Duration

5 days in Chongqing

(See programme details under Topic/ Structure)

Level
Basic

Who Should Attend

  • Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (SMEs) owners
  • SMEs senior executives

Overview

Chongqing is at the centre of China’s drive to integrate its Western regions into the global economy, and Singaporean businesses are uniquely positioned to capitalise on this momentum. Through the Chongqing Connectivity Initiative (CCI) — the third national project between Singapore and China — opportunities for collaboration in sectors like logistics, technology, finance, and smart city development have never been more significant.

As a key hub along the Southern Trade Corridor (STC), Chongqing plays a vital role in connecting China’s interior to Southeast Asia, Central Asia, and Europe. This makes it an ideal gateway for Singaporean companies looking to expand into new markets, streamline their supply chains, and leverage cutting-edge digital and logistics technologies. Enrolling key executives in this programme offers unparalleled insights into these emerging opportunities and helps businesses position themselves at the forefront of international trade and investment.

 

Programme Partner


Edtech Plus is a cross-border education provider advancing corporate global expansion, educational innovation, and career growth through tailored training and international resource integration.

As a core council member and China representative of ASEE, Edtech Plus bridges talent development and resource connectivity between China and Singapore. In partnership with the Suzhou Industrial Park Administrative Committee and Alibaba, Edtech Plus supports bilateral trade, business networking, and resource matching, fostering deeper collaboration for enterprises and professionals.

In 2023, Edtech Plus established its China branch, leveraging ASEE’s platform to deliver customized training and study tours for governments, educational institutions, and enterprises in China and Singapore. Focusing on digitalisation, the green economy, and international expansion, these programs drive high-level engagement, effective learning, and global business growth.

 

Learning Objectives

At the end of the course, participants will be able to:

  • Learn practical market intelligence and interact with relevant companies in Chongqing
  • Be familiarised with the business environment - including areas such as commercial laws, accounting & tax, and financial services involved in supply chain and logistics business
  • Cultivate important relationships and business networks with Singaporean and PRC businesses in the STC region
  • Design the most suitable China strategy for themselves

Topic/Structure

Day 0: Arrival/ Welcome
  • Flight to Chongqing
Day 1: Opportunity Exploration
  • Macro Overview
  • Policy Insights
  • Cultural Engagement
  • Business Matching
  • Meetings with Chongqing Commerce Commission and Chongqing CCI Project Management Bureau: Discuss policies, bilateral cooperation, and subsidies under the CCI
  • Sharing of Dynamism of Chongqing and foreign investment incentives
  • Business Matching session organised by CCI
Day 2: Unlocking Smart Supply Chain Innovations
  • Visit to Chongqing Logistics Group* - Explore advanced logistics channels, automated systems, and data platforms, seeing how technology boosts efficiency. 
  • Visit to Seres Group* - Gain insights into smart supply chains and advanced EV manufacturing. 
  • Visit to Tencent Da Yu* - Showcase how Tencent Da Yu integrates digital technologies into various sectors, including cloud computing, big data, and AI, to create innovative solutions that enhance business processes and customer experiences.

    * 2 of the 3 Companies will be selected based on availability.

Day 3: Enhancing Global Trade and Logistics Efficiency
  • Visit to Chongqing Changjiang Import & Export Corporation Ltd.* - Discover how digital solutions optimise import/ export operations and enhance global supply chain connectivity.
  • Visit to Changan Minsheng APLL Logistics Co., Ltd.* - Explore how digital innovations in logistics boost efficiency, cut costs, and enable agile supply chain processes.

    * Companies may change subject to availability.

Day 4: Digitalisation in SMEs and Business Matching
  • Workshop on Digital Transformation for SMEs - An interactive workshop exploring the latest digital tools and strategies SMEs can use to boost operations, improve customer engagement, and enhance market competitiveness.
  • Business Matching Session - Organised by CCI, this session offers SMEs a platform to connect with potential partners, explore collaboration opportunities like joint ventures and market expansion, and foster meaningful relationships for mutual benefit. 
Day 5: Project Work & Chongqing University Alumni
  • Project Work - Collaborate in teams to develop actionable strategies that integrate digital transformation within traditional and modern industries, specifically tailored to the Chongqing business environment.
  • Business Networking with Chongqing University Alumni - A networking session with Chongqing University alumni, including entrepreneurs and business leaders, to discuss local market conditions and explore collaboration opportunities. 

*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

  • In-class presentation

Fee Table

 COMPANY-SPONSORED

PARTICIPANT PROFILE

SELF-SPONSORED

SME

NON-SME

Singapore Citizen < 40 years old

Permanent Resident

LTVP+

$2,877.60

(After SSG Funding 70%)

$2,037.60

(After Maximum Funding)

$2,877.60

(After SSG Funding 70%)

Singapore Citizen ≥ 40 years old

$2,037.60

(After Maximum Funding)

$2,037.60

(After Maximum Funding)

$2,037.60

(After Maximum Funding)

International Participant

$9,592

(No Funding)

$9,592

(No Funding)

$9,592

(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

Overseas Dates: To be advised

Please note that our Internationalisation programmes will close registration 1.5 months prior to the start dates to accommodate travel arrangements. Please do not book air tickets until you have received our confirmation email. The course will proceed only if the minimum number of participants is met.

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