Empowering Executives for Organisational Growth
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Our executive education programmes provide an opportunity for executives to learn from industry experts, gain insights into emerging trends, and push themselves beyond their comfort zone.
With a focus on practical applications and hands-on learning, we offer a unique platform for all levels of executives to develop their leadership skills, advance their careers and widen their professional network.
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Discussions with speakers and participants particularly those involved in rail PPPs highlighted common challenges such as demand risk, fare regulation, and government support. It was also helpful to exchange experiences on how different countries manage contingent liabilities and structure risk-sharing.
The programme connected theory with real-world practice... mostly the Singapore cases but also from other countries that the participants came from, which makes the learning much more relevant. The site visit was also very interesting.
In partnership with the Singapore Institute of Directors (SID), this unique module is part of the SMU-SID Directorship programme, which provides a 360-degree board-level view of key strategic areas and issues faced by company directors.As a steward of your company's long-term success, it's critical to understand how ESG expands your reporting, fiduciary and accountability duties. By incorporating ESG considerations into your decision-making processes as a board director, you can ensure that your corporation can not only develop sustainable business practices but also explain to its stakeholders what role it is playing in addressing societal and environmental challenges.What you can expect to learnUnderstand how ESG expands your fiduciary and accountability duties in your role as steward of your company’s long-term successEnsure that the corporation can explain to its stakeholders what role it is playing in addressing societal and environmental challenges.Understand how sustainable business practices result in improved financial performance for corporations.Identify and prioritize ESG risks and opportunities and associated management KPIs.Be ready to lead conversations and ask the right questions in and out of the boardroom by acquiring deeper ESG literacyOversee how sustainability is taken into consideration in culture, processes and talent managementDelivery MethodologyInteractive classroom lecturesTaught by leading faculty and senior industry practitionersRegional and global case studiesDiscussions and exchangesIncorporating guest speakers into the classroom experience
In partnership with the Singapore Institute of Directors (SID), this unique module is part of the SMU-SID Directorship programme, which provides a 360-degree board-level view of key strategic areas and issues faced by company directors.This module is designed to equip participants with the knowledge to design effective succession planning programs, understand and define key leadership roles, implement robust evaluation processes, develop strategic compensation plans, and navigate the complexities of executive compensation benchmarking. Through practical discussions and case studies, participants will learn how to balance Board rewards and risks, ensuring your company's leadership is poised for sustainable success and long-term value creation.What you will learnSuccession PlanningProvide an understanding of how to design a succession planning programme to ensure continuity of talent in key C-suite positions.Share approach to define the need for these key leadership roles and identify which employees should be developed to fill these positions in the future.CompensationProvide insight on how to develop effective compensation plans that are closely linked to a company’s talent strategy and aligned with its goal of creating shareholder value.Outline the different methods by which CEO and top executive compensation is benchmarked and measured.Delivery MethodologyInteractive classroom lecturesTaught by leading faculty and senior industry practitionersRegional and global case studiesDiscussions and exchangesIncorporating guest speakers into the classroom experience
Why Enrol For Digital Transformation?Explore the AI and digital technologies transforming businesses today and learn how to leverage them to innovate business models, enhance practices, and improve profitability. The 21st-century business leader must understand what digital transformation means for their organisation, both now and in the futureFrom start-ups to large enterprises, the integration of new technologies like AI, machine learning, and Industry 4.0 is reshaping how businesses operate, deliver value, and stay competitive. This programme delves into ecosystem development, Generative AI, and customer-centric value creation—equipping you to lead digital change in an ever-evolving digital landscape.
Why Enrol in Data Science & Analytics for Strategic Decisions?In today's business landscape, data is not just an asset — it is a strategic advantage. With global data volumes projected to reach over 180 zettabytes by 2025 (Source: Statista, 2024), organisations are racing to harness meaningful insights that drive smarter, faster, and more impactful decisions.Yet, a major challenge remains: nearly 80% of business data is unstructured (IDC, 2024), making it difficult to extract strategic value without the right skills and tools. This creates a growing demand for professionals who can bridge the gap between complex data and actionable business strategies.The Data Science & Analytics for Strategic Decisions Programme offered by Singapore Management University is designed to help you understand the art of processing and interpreting data. This enables you to make more effective and intelligent decisions within your organization. Additionally, you’ll discover how AI elevates data science, unlocking valuable insights and empowering smarter business strategies.