In a team, every individual is expected to display numerous leadership qualities. The capacity for great leadership is innate to some extent. At SMU Executive Development, we believe that becoming an effective leader is within every individual’s DNA, be it a team or an organisation, whether someone reports to you or not. Team Leads are increasingly expected to leverage various stakeholders, to engage with them, to remain aware of the business pace, and to deal with diverse strengths and of their teams. Using these key elements integral to the role played by leaders, SMU Executive Development has crafted the TEAM LEAD PROGRAMME (TLP) for high potential teams (L- everage / E- ngage / A – ware / D – iverse). TLP is taught by SMU faculty and industry professionals who will guide participants in their leadership journey.

Building leadership capabilities within the infrastructure sector across the regionInfrastructure Asia (InfraAsia), World Bank Group (WBG) and Singapore Management University (SMU) have joined hands to develop a bespoke course that builds leadership capabilities within the infrastructure sector across the region. This collaboration leverages SMU’s expertise in facilitating sustainable transitions to address the pressing infrastructure challenges facing Asia. IN PARTNERSHIP WITH                      PROGRAMME OVERVIEWSustainable Finance for Public/Private Sector Leaders in the Infrastructure DomainAs the world accelerates its shift towards a low-carbon future, sustainable finance has emerged as a critical lever for public sector leaders shaping infrastructure development. This tailored executive programme equips ASEAN and South Asian policymakers and practitioners with practical tools to mobilize capital for climate-resilient and inclusive infrastructure.Participants will explore green and transition finance mechanisms, blended finance, taxonomies such as the SG-Asia Taxonomy and ASEAN Taxonomy, as well as instruments like guarantees, insurance, and credit ratings. Real-world case studies—ranging from green bonds to blended financing for early coal retirement—will provide actionable insights. The programme also explores innovative approaches to carbon and transition financing.Organized by Singapore Management University (SMU) in collaboration with Infrastructure Asia and the World Bank Group, this programme combines research-based insights with applied learning. Our goal is to empower decision-makers to drive impactful, bankable, and climate-aligned green infrastructure solutions.By strengthening capacity across public institutions, we support a more sustainable and finance-ready future for Asia’s infrastructure ecosystem.PROGRAMME HIGHLIGHTSThe Sustainable Finance course offers policy and capability training specifically designed for leaders from emerging and developing economies across Asia. Targeting 40 executives—primarily from the public sector, along with select private sector participants involved in infrastructure financing—this programme aims to enhance their knowledge and skills in designing, evaluating, and implementing progressive sustainable finance policies, frameworks, and projects.Participants will also strengthen their individual leadership capabilities, enabling them to navigate the politically, economically, and institutionally complex environments that shape green infrastructure financing in their countries.Delivered as an in-person programme at the SMU campus in the dynamic city of Singapore—renowned for its role as a sustainable finance hub—this executive course facilitates high-level networking with thought leaders, government officials, financial practitioners, and leading academics. This unique gathering encourages the exchange of experiences, fosters the development of innovative financing strategies, and empowers participants to enhance their leadership, problem-solving, and execution skills in driving climate-aligned infrastructure outcomes.PROGRAMME REQUIREMENTSParticipants are required to obtain endorsement (endorsement template here) from their organisation and share more on upcoming relevant infrastructure projects that they are responsible for during registration. Please download and fill up the project template before starting the registration process. You would be asked to present these projects in detail during the course.Kindly ensure the registration form and all supporting documents are completed in English.

In partnership with the Singapore Institute of Directors (SID), this unique module provides a 360-degree board-level view of key strategic areas and issues faced by company directors.The Board has ultimate responsibility for managing risks. The Board should determine the company’s levels of risk tolerance and risk policies, and advise management in the design, implementation and monitoring of the risk management and internal control systems intended to avert crises. Consequently, the Board must work with management in dealing with unpredictable events which may lead to crisis. Of particular importance in our digital world, cybersecurity is now a core component of risk management.

The Steward Leadership Advantage — An Executive Education Programme based on the Steward Leadership Compass©.Although technological advancements have led to life-changing innovation in recent years, the first two decades of the 21st century have already witnessed two global recessions, socio political strife, severe resource/income inequality and massive environmental degradation. We live in times where exciting growth opportunities coexist with existential threats to current and future generations.Can businesses fully exploit the growth opportunities and sustain success without addressing planet Earth’s existential crisis? Is it possible to drive superior shareholder returns by addressing the very challenges that are threatening us? If so, will traditional models of leadership, management and governance be adequate?As some companies have learned the hard way recently, the answer is a big NO. In today’s brave new world, we need brave new thinking that creates a win-win-win scenario wherein individuals, organisations and humanity at large can thrive together. To enable this, business bosses must mature into Steward Leaders.Join us at The Steward Leadership Advantage Programme to learn how Steward Leaders can future-proof organisations by activating the Steward Leadership Compass©. Hear from business leaders who “do well by doing good” as they share their transformational stories of transitioning into Steward Leaders.