Business Skills

Harness the Power of Active Listening

by Singapore Professionals' and Executives' Co-Operative Ltd

Listening is the foundation of communication and a critical skill needed in the workplace and business environment.

This course aims to help you improve your listening skills by knowing how to discern hidden messages, kick distracted tendencies, listen in emotional situations or groups, and increase information flow to enhance productivity. As a result, you will receive messages clearly, build a good rapport with others, avoid mistakes due to miscommunication, and create a more positive work environment.

Duration: 7 hours   

Nett Fee after Government subsidy: S$56.00 

✔SkillsFuture Credit Eligible

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Harness the Power of Storytelling to Lead and Influence

by Singapore Professionals' and Executives' Co-Operative Ltd

This interactive workshop teaches participants how to craft and share impactful stories drawn from personal experiences and everyday life. Attendees will learn to use storytelling as a powerful leadership tool to inspire and influence others. The course covers creating a “story file” for various situations, choosing the right story for different purposes, and mastering storytelling techniques to engage, motivate, and inspire audiences by taking them on an emotional journey.

Duration: 7 hours 

Nett Fee after Government subsidy: S$56.00 

✔SkillsFuture Credit Eligible

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Master the Art of Influencing and Negotiating

by Singapore Professionals' and Executives' Co-Operative Ltd

This course is designed to help you overcome negotiating anxieties and wield confidence, control and power in negotiation. In this course you will learn how to recognize underlying interests, learn how to identify your real needs, learn how to listen to build a relationship, and learn how to maintain your composure.

Duration: 7 hours 

Nett Fee after Government subsidy: S$56.00 

✔SkillsFuture Credit Eligible

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Sharpen Your Business Writing Skills

by Singapore Professionals' and Executives' Co-Operative Ltd

This course is designed to equip you with a structured and concise approach to business writing. Through active learning activities, input sessions, discussions and practices, you will acquire skills to write different types of documents such as memos, email messages, letters, reports, proposals, agendas and meeting minutes, policy statements and articles effectively and professionally to achieve intended outcomes.

Duration: 7 hours   

Nett Fee after Government subsidy: S$56.00 

✔SkillsFuture Credit Eligible

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Stakeholders Management

by Institute of Technical Education

This course equips participants with practical tools to manage diverse stakeholders confidently and effectively. Through engaging lectures, discussions, case studies, and role-play activities, learners will explore strategies for handling challenging situations and building strong relationships. The course emphasizes real-world applications and includes hands-on exercises with personalized feedback from experienced facilitators. By the end, participants will gain valuable insights and skills to navigate stakeholder dynamics and foster meaningful connections in both professional and organizational settings.

Duration: 14 hours 

Nett Fee after Government subsidy: S$115.00 

✔SkillsFuture Credit Eligible

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Workplace Writing

by Institute of Technical Education

This comprehensive course covers essential aspects of English Language proficiency, focusing on grammar fundamentals, persuasive writing techniques, and common errors in business communication. Participants will gain a good understanding of grammar rules, learn persuasive writing strategies, and develop proficiency in crafting various business documents. Through practical activities and recommended readings, they will enhance their language skills and communication effectiveness, enabling them to excel in both personal and professional contexts.

Duration: 14 hours 

Nett Fee after Government subsidy: S$115.00 

✔SkillsFuture Credit Eligible

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商务汉语会话（第一级) (线上课程)

by National University of Singapore

这个为期10周的课程，旨在让学员了解中国对外贸易与中国现况中的最新趋势、话题和表达方式所适用的商务汉语用语。

Duration: 20 hours 

Nett Fee after Government subsidy: S$300.00 

✔SkillsFuture Credit Eligible

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商务汉语会话（第二级）(线上课程)

by National University of Singapore

这个为期10周的课程是商务汉语会话（第一级）课程的延续。课程旨在帮助学员提升汉语词汇、词汇和短语的理解能力，以了解中国经济和社会的新形势和新趋势。

Duration: 20 hours 

Nett Fee after Government subsidy: S$300.00 

✔SkillsFuture Credit Eligible

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商务汉语会话（第三级）(线上课程)

by National University of Singapore

这个为期10周的课程是商务汉语会话（第二级）课程的延续。课程所设计的商务相关话题和术语，适合学员了解中国对外贸易中出现的最新趋势、话题和表达方式，对学生了解中国商务世界的现状有很大帮助。

Duration: 20 hours 

Nett Fee after Government subsidy: S$300.00 

✔SkillsFuture Credit Eligible

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eCommerce 101: Start Selling Online Within 24 Hours

by Singapore Professionals' and Executives' Co-Operative Ltd

Whether you are an aspiring entrepreneur, a brick-and-mortar business owner, or a group of professionals trying to expand your operations online, this eCommerce 101 will teach you how to get started within 24 hours.

Duration: 7 hours 

Nett Fee after Government subsidy: S$56.00 

✔SkillsFuture Credit Eligible

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Home Business - Selling Online

by Institute of Technical Education

Participants will gain insights into the online sales process and learn effective customer service strategies for digital platforms. By the end of the course, participants will learn about the sales cycle and customer strategies, explore photo shoots, photo editing and writing product descriptions, explore listing products for sale on Carousell and other online selling platforms and finally create a free website to list products in hopes to encourage them to start their own home business.

Duration: 12 hours   

Nett Fee after Government subsidy: S$125.00 

✔SkillsFuture Credit Eligible

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Introduction to e-commerce

by Fei Yue Community Services

This course aims to introduce participants to the concept of e-commerce. It covers the overview of a business model and how e-commerce impacts traditional businesses. This course aims to help seniors explore and identify potential market opportunities in e-commerce.

Duration: 9 hours 

Nett Fee after Government subsidy: S$40.00

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Introduction to Selling Online

by XIOHOO PTE. LTD.

This is a hands-on workshop where participants will learn to set up a professional e-store through platforms such as Carousell.  Participants will also gain important tips to sell anything using their mobile phones which include making targeted post listings on Carousell, using  various techniques and marketing channels to increase its reach while ensuring a safer and better sales experience.

Duration: 3 hours 

Nett Fee after Government subsidy: S$12.00 

✔SkillsFuture Credit Eligible

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Setup Your Online Shop in a Marketplace

by XIOHOO PTE. LTD.

This is a comprehensive course where participants will learn how to prepare and properly set up an online shop in marketplace platforms like Shopee or Lazada. Participants will learn key processes and important strategies from selecting products to sell, to managing store inventory and marketing and promoting the store to achieve conversions. Participants will be able to kickstart their journey as online sellers.

Duration: 12 hours   

Nett Fee after Government subsidy: S$52.00   

✔SkillsFuture Credit Eligible

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Entrepreneurship: Build your business model and deliver a winning pitch

by Centre for Seniors

This course aims to help aspiring entrepreneurs put down their ideas into action, strengthen their entrepreneurial skills, and build resilience. Participants will also learn how to go about securing funds and the essential competencies for business success.

Duration: 16 hours 

Nett Fee after Government subsidy: S$100.00 

✔SkillsFuture Credit Eligible

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Home Business - What Business to Start?

by Institute of Technical Education

In this course, participants will learn about different possible home-based businesses, explore business models and operations, gain knowledge of the personal skills and resources needed to start a home-based business and perform market research to encourage them to start their own home business.

Duration: 12 hours   

Nett Fee after Government subsidy: S$110.00 

✔SkillsFuture Credit Eligible

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Pre-Entrepreneurship Series: 1- Is entrepreneurship for me?

by Singapore Training & Development Association (STADA)

Pre-Entrepreneurship Series is an online series of short classes for seniors to explore & develop their entrepreneurial spirit. In this session, you will understand the entrepreneurship ecosystem and explore different opportunities and entry points (and exit!). By the end of the course, you will understand the pros and cons of entrepreneurship, develop the necessary mindsets, describe the steps that need to be taken to start a business and explore the skills required for entrepreneurship.

Duration: 4 hours   

Nett Fee after Government subsidy: S$16.00 

✔SkillsFuture Credit Eligible

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Pre-Entrepreneurship Series: 2- Starting out as an entrepreneur

by Singapore Training & Development Association (STADA)

Pre-Entrepreneurship Series is an online series of short classes for seniors to explore & develop their entrepreneurial spirit. In this session, you will understand the various milestones and requirements to be an entrepreneur. By the end of this course, you will further develop the mindset needed for entrepreneurship, learn more steps that need to be taken for your business and explain the roadblocks you may experience and how to overcome them.

Duration: 4 hours   

Nett Fee after Government subsidy: S$16.00 

✔SkillsFuture Credit Eligible

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Pre-Entrepreneurship Series: 3- Opportunities in entrepreneurship

by Singapore Training & Development Association (STADA)

Pre-Entrepreneurship Series is an online series of short classes for seniors to explore & develop their entrepreneurial spirit. In this session, you will understand the opportunities in the market, both locally and internationally, physically and in cyberspace.

Duration: 4 hours 

Nett Fee after Government subsidy: S$16.00 

✔SkillsFuture Credit Eligible

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Pre-Entrepreneurship Series: 4 - Side hustle to business

by Singapore Training & Development Association (STADA)

Pre-Entrepreneurship Series is an online series of short classes for seniors to explore & develop their entrepreneurial spirit. In this session, you will Understand the key concept of business continuity and the pros and cons of being a freelancer vis a vis a properly developed, sustainable and scalable business.

Duration: 4 hours 

Nett Fee after Government subsidy: S$16.00 

✔SkillsFuture Credit Eligible

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Seniorpreneurship

by Singapore Training & Development Association (STADA)

Seniorpreneurship is for seniors aspiring to start something to impact lives, whether it is a business, or a non-profit.  The course will let seniors discover the GEMS in them, how to turn them into a business/service and what it takes to market them. At the end of the course, learners will be able to list out their talents, skills, interests etc., interpret GEMs using the 3C’s concept, compose a product matrix and identify a suitable marketing strategy for business/service.

Duration: 8 hours   

Nett Fee after Government subsidy: S$40.00   

✔SkillsFuture Credit Eligible

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Starting a Small Business

by Singapore Association For Continuing Education, The

This course aims to provide participants with the know-how and professional skills to start a small business and be their own boss. You will be taught the business basics, how to do marketing and promotion, generate profitable ideas and various selling techniques to give you an edge in the market! You will then be able to develop a business plan and implement them in the business area of your choice.

Duration: 7 hours   

Nett Fee after Government subsidy: S$25.20   

✔SkillsFuture Credit Eligible

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Accounting Basics - Making Sense of Numbers

by Institute of Technical Education

This course aims to equip participants with the knowledge and skills to interpret financial information, analyze basic financial ratios, and appreciate the significance of accounting in the business decision-making process.

Duration: 7 hours 

Nett Fee after Government subsidy: S$70.00 

✔SkillsFuture Credit Eligible

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Blockchain 101: A Beginner's Guide

by Institute of Technical Education

This course aims to provide a foundation in blockchain principles and applications. By the end of the course, participants will have a solid understanding of blockchain technology, its diverse use cases, and its real-world applications in Singapore and beyond.

Duration: 7 hours   

Nett Fee after Government subsidy: S$65.00 

✔SkillsFuture Credit Eligible

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Fintech & Blockchain Primer

by Institute of Technical Education

This course provides a comprehensive overview of Fintech, Blockchain, and Distributed Ledger Technology (DLT). It covers the fundamental definitions, various types, and the pros and cons within the Blockchain realm. The course delves into the characteristics of Fintech and Blockchain, exploring their interrelationship. It also offers insights into practical applications and real-world use cases. Participants will learn to develop tailored Fintech or Blockchain Business Models suitable for specific industries.

Duration: 7 hours 

Nett Fee after Government subsidy: S$70.00 

✔SkillsFuture Credit Eligible

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Reading, Analysing, and Understanding Financial Statements

by National University of Singapore Society

This two-day course is designed for shareholders seeking a deeper understanding of the companies they invest in. Using SGX-listed companies as examples, participants will learn how businesses develop sustainable competitive advantages and how their models impact performance. The course covers analysis of financial statements like the Income Statement and Balance Sheet, and guides participants through the Annual Report, highlighting corporate governance and shareholder-related matters. Finally, participants will learn how companies are valued and how to make informed investment decisions.

Duration: 12 hours   

Nett Fee after Government subsidy: S$52.80

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Business Content Creation For Social Media

by Society for WINGS

With more seniors turning their art and their hobbies into little home businesses, they need to know how to show their creations at their best. It’s even better if they can do this on themselves at home with readily available tools without having to pay someone to do it for them. On this course, a professional photographer will show them how to get started.

Duration: 15 hours   

Nett Fee after Government subsidy: S$70.00

✔SkillsFuture Credit Eligible

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Essential Digital Marketing Skills for Seniors

by Centre for Seniors

This course aims to equip mature PMEs with new skills to engage in digital marketing using simple tools to support small business owners in marketing their products and services online and offline. At the end of the workshop, learners are able to recognise the essential elements of digital marketing and plan professionally for a marketing campaign.

Duration: 24 hours   

Nett Fee after Government subsidy: S$126.00

✔SkillsFuture Credit Eligible

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Professional Branding and Image

by Institute of Technical Education

This course covers personal grooming, communication skills, social etiquette, and leveraging social media to build a strong personal brand. Participants will also learn to identify their unique skills and values, present themselves professionally, and build relationships with colleagues and clients.

Duration: 7 hours   

Nett Fee after Government subsidy: S$70.00

✔SkillsFuture Credit Eligible

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Curate The Funeral Experience

by Institute of Technical Education

Ever wondered how to create a truly meaningful funeral? Join our 2-day short course to learn how to curate a funeral experience through the five senses. Sign up now to make a difference in creating memorable funerals!

Duration: 14 hours   

Nett Fee after Government subsidy: S$180.00

✔SkillsFuture Credit Eligible

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What Motivates me - Put Your Passions To Work

by Singapore Professionals' and Executives' Co-Operative Ltd

Based on What Motivates Me by bestselling authors Adrian Gostick and Chester Elton, this course helps participants align daily work with personal motivators.

Drawing from 850,000 interviews, the authors found those who are happiest are engaged in work that aligns with their motivations. Using a proven method, participants identify their core motivators and uncover the disconnections between their passions and current work by asking the important questions - “What motivates me?” and “What can I do about it?”.

Duration: 7 hours   

Nett Fee after Government subsidy: S$56.00

✔SkillsFuture Credit Eligible

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Introduction to Supply Chain Management

by Institute of Technical Education

This course aims to equip participants with the knowledge and skills necessary to navigate the complexities of supply chain management and identify innovative solutions to optimize product flow. By the end of this course, you will be well-prepared to make informed decisions and contribute to the efficient management of a product's supply chain.

Duration: 7 hours   

Nett Fee after Government subsidy: S$75.00

✔SkillsFuture Credit Eligible

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Project Management - Essential Skills

by Institute of Technical Education

Managing projects can be challenging in the face of tight timelines, limited resources and a multitude of risks. By the end of this course, participants will be able to execute the project management life cycle and identify the criteria needed for a successful project. Participants will learn various aspects such as budgeting, risk management etc. to enable them to become better project managers.

Duration: 16 hours   

Nett Fee after Government subsidy: S$195.00

✔SkillsFuture Credit Eligible

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