Internationalisation Series: Silicon Valley TechXperience - A Cutting-edge Immersion in Artificial Intelligence and Technology, San Francisco

Artificial Intelligence
Innovation & Business Improvement
Internationalisation

Next Intake: 11 Mar 2025 (Tue)

Basic
SkillsFuture
Short Courses
This module is part of Internationalisation Series

The pre-trip workshops are conducted online and the programme in San Francisco is conducted in person.

Next course starts on

11 Mar 2025 (Tue) See Full Schedule

Fee

SGD10,900* (as low as SGD3,270 after maximum funding) Learn More

Duration

3 days of Pre-Trip Workshops

5 days in San Francisco
(See programme details under Topic/Structure)

Level

Basic

Who Should Attend

• Small and medium-sized enterprises leaders aiming to scale with artificial intelligence
• Entrepreneurs and business professionals interested in technologies from the United States or keen in regional implementation or geographical expansion

PREREQUISITES

There are no prerequisites for this programme. Prior knowledge on any of the topics is not required.

Overview

With the rise of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and technology, innovation emerges as a guiding light, shaping the future through transformative technologies. Through engaging discussions, hands-on workshops, and site visits to technology corporations and startups such as Apple Park and Google HQ in Silicon Valley, participants will take away the practical applications and the trends of AI and technology, gaining insights into the latest advancements that are reshaping various industries globally.

This programme is designed to immerse participants in the dynamic ecosystems of Silicon Valley and navigate the forefront of AI and technology. By the end of the programme, participants will develop a strong understanding of digital trends, applications and governance in AI and technology, which are pivotal to global economies and industries.

Programme Partner

Learning Objectives

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

Gain an overview of artificial intelligence (AI) and its impact on various business functions
Experience firsthand cutting-edge technology developments in tech startups
Understand the AI and technological landscape in Silicon Valley for enterprises
Identify emerging opportunities within AI and other frontier technologies for effective regionalisation and implementation across Asia–Pacific/ Asia markets
Build strategic networks and collaborations with entrepreneurial or corporate ventures in Silicon Valley
Navigate the common obstacles in international expansion and technology applications
Analyse and stay updated on the potential market trends by engaging with the current technological landscape in San Francisco

Topic/Structure

Please click here for details of 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

COMPANY-SPONSORED

PARTICIPANT PROFILE

SELF-SPONSORED

SME

NON-SME

Singapore Citizen < 40 years old

Permanent Resident

LTVP+

$3,270

(After SSG Funding 70%)

$3,270

(After Maximum Funding)

$3,270

(After SSG Funding 70%)

Singapore Citizen ≥ 40 years old

$3,270

(After Maximum Funding)

$3,270

(After Maximum Funding)

$3,270

(After Maximum Funding)

International Participant

$10,900

(No Funding)

$10,900

(No Funding)

$10,900

(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 will be able to enjoy ETSS funding only if the company's SME's status has been approved. To verify your SME's status, please click here.

Please click here for more information on ETSS.

Absentee Payroll