NP Business & Accountancy_BA 2021

NGEE ANN POLY 2021 BUSINESSSCHOOL OF & ACCOUNTANCY Common Business Programme Accountancy Banking & Finance Business Studies Revamped International Trade & Business Revamped Tourism & Resort Management Revamped

Your First Business Choice School of BUSINESS & ACCOUNTANCY 8 Common Business Programme (N97) 10 Accountancy (N51) 13 Banking & Finance (N53) 16 Business Studies (N45) Revamped 20 International Trade & Business (N85) Revamped 23 Tourism & Resort Management (N72) Revamped

At Ngee Ann’s School of Business & Accountancy (BA), where some of the most sought-after business courses are housed, you will graduate with a reputable business diploma – the gateway to a promising future! Whether you’re pursuing further studies or work, or even becoming your own boss, your BA diploma will give you a head start. What’s more, all BA diplomas are well plugged into the digital future. Thanks to the new Business Digitalisation Track and modules in Business Analytics and Digital Business Solutions, you will be ready for the digital economy, regardless of the industry you are in. Our curriculum will provide you with skills that are transferrable across multiple sectors to future-proof you in a world that is constantly disrupted by digitalisation.

5DSOIPULGOHMTA-ASFTER + 1 COMMON BUSINESS PROGRAMME International Trade & Business N85 Revamped Get a solid grounding in business, trade and logistics, with a global focus as well as the opportunity to engage with industry players through various national and international competitions. Common Business Programme N97 Tourism & Resort Management N72 Revamped Keen to do a business management diploma but not sure which area to specialise in? Fret not. Our Explore the diverse tourism sectors and experience Common Business Programme will help you discover more in-depth learning opportunities in events, your passion and strengths. You will be exposed to hospitality and travel sectors with cruises, practicum, the various business disciplines in the first year, so industry projects and internship. With tourism being that you can make an informed choice of the business a key sector in Singapore, the long-term career diploma you wish to pursue in a preference ranking prospects of this exciting and diverse industry remain exercise at the end of the year. promising. Our broad-based curriculum, coupled with the new Business Digitalisation Track, will equip Accountancy N51 you with competencies that are relevant across many sectors. Acquire essential skills and competencies to embark on a career in financial accounting, auditing, taxation, Business Digitalisation Track New managerial accounting or corporate secretarial practice. Get real-world exposure with international accounting To prepare graduates for the digital economy, and auditing firms, banks and other prestigious final-year students from Business Studies, organisations through a six-month internship. International Trade & Business and Tourism Resort Management can choose to take the new Banking & Finance N53 Business Digitalisation (BD) Track in their third year of studies. The BD Track will focus on key Gain insightful work experience at leading banks, competency areas instead of subject modules. prestigious institutions and fintech companies such as Bank of America, Citi, Credit Suisse, DBS, There will also be opportunities for you to go for Monetary Authority of Singapore, OCBC, Singapore multiple internships in various sectors for wider Exchange Limited, ShopBack, Shopee, Standard industry exposure and networking. Beyond Chartered and UOB. gaining a better understanding of work in the new normal, you will graduate with additional Business Studies N45 Revamped industry-recognised certifications, and a portfolio of company-based projects. This will Develop your business acumen through real-world give you an edge whether you are pursuing learning and pick one of these specialisations that further education or a professional career. matches your career aspiration: Entrepreneurship, Human Capital Management or Marketing. 2

DIGITAL COMPETENCE SKILLSFUTURE INITIATIVES Be equipped with the knowledge and emerging skills • Specialist Diploma in Business & Decision to navigate the rapid transformation brought about by Analytics digitalisation. In collaboration with the Institute of Systems FUTURE READINESS Science at National University of Singapore (NUS-ISS), this specialist diploma is targeted Hone future-proof competencies and multidisciplinary at developing data analytics skills for business skills to solve complex real-world business challenges, executives, who wish to help their companies and develop an enterprising mindset. create business value through the use of analytics. Students who complete this programme will gain SOCIAL LEADERSHIP advanced standing in the NUS-ISS Stackable Programmes and have opportunities for continued Gain opportunities to advocate and contribute to skills mastery through NUS-ISS Master of initiatives that improve the quality of life for the Technology (MTech) programmes in the future. community. • Work-Study Post-Diploma Programme NP has partnered with several organisations to offer our graduates a SkillsFuture Work-Study Post- Diploma Programme: – Advanced Diploma in Accountancy In collaboration with the Singapore Accountancy Commission and Workforce Singapore, NP has launched an Advanced Diploma in Accountancy. This work-study programme offers an alternative pathway for Accountancy diploma holders into the profession. For more details, please refer to page 12. Find us online at www.np.edu.sg/ba ENTRY REQUIREMENTS Aggregate Type ELR2B2-B To be eligible for consideration, candidates must have the following GCE ‘O’ Level examination (or equivalent) results. Subject ‘O’ level grade English Language 1-6 Mathematics (Elementary/Additional) 1-6 Any three other subjects 1-6 You must also have sat for one subject listed in the 2nd group of relevant subjects for the ELR2B2-B Aggregate Type listed at www.np.edu.sg/admissions/Documents/ELR2B2.pdf For students with other qualifications, please refer to the NP website for the entry requirements and admissions exercise period. SCHOOL OF BUSINESS & ACCOUNTANCY 3

OUR GRADUATES WITH THAT XTRASOMETHING Our BA alumni have gone on to make a mark in various industries. They include Quek Siu Rui and Marcus Tan who co-founded online marketplace Carousell, as well as Ian Ang who built gaming chair business empire Secretlab. Check out what our other outstanding graduates have to say about their learning journey in NP! “A highlight of my time at Ngee Ann Poly was my six-month internship at Grab Indonesia, where I travelled across cities and learned more about business operations, management and analytics. The knowledge and exposure I gained as a student here have fuelled my passion for business.” Lynette Lau Diploma in Business Studies, Class of 2018 Lynette graduated at the top of her cohort, and received the Ngee Ann Kongsi Gold Medal as well as the Lien Ying Chow Gold Medal. She has also received the NUS Global Merit Scholarship and the Lee Kuan Yew Scholarship to Encourage Upgrading Award and is pursuing a degree in Business Administration at NUS. “NP gave me many opportunities to grow, both personally and academically. During my internship at IJK Capital Partners, I helped to organise a high-level corporate event and got to interact with CEOs from large companies and investment firms. I was also exposed to different areas of finance such as derivatives product trading, private equities, hedge funds and initial public offerings.” Zenith Tay Diploma in Banking & Financial Services*, Class of 2020 Zenith topped his cohort, and was a recipient of the Lien Ying Chow Gold Medal, as well as the Ngee Ann Polytechnic Outstanding Achievement Award. He will be pursuing a Bachelor of Business Management degree (majoring in Finance and Economics) under the Singapore Management University Global Impact Scholarship. *Now renamed the Diploma in Banking & Finance. 4

“Ngee Ann’s strong industry connections provided me with industry exposure. I also saw how there is a strong link between theory and real-world practice. Through the Industry Mentors’ Network programme, I was attached to an industry mentor who allowed me to sit in her meetings with suppliers. I was able to experience first-hand how business negotiations took place in real life, and gained a more in- depth understanding of the industry. These exposures are invaluable in helping me find my ideal career path.” Hsieh Jo Wei Diploma in International Logistics & Supply Chain Management*, Class of 2018 Jo Wei received the PSA Corporation Gold Medal and Prize, YCH Group Prize, TOLL Singapore Prize and BDP International Prize. She is currently working as a Customer Care Executive in DKSH Singapore. * The Diploma in International Logistics & Supply Chain Management has been merged with the Diploma in International Business to form the Diploma in International Trade & Business. “The multiple internships that I took up over the three years have helped me to discover myself so I can better define my career goals. Through these opportunities, I was able to experience diverse work environments and cultures. These are all valuable lessons that will equip me for future endeavours in this globalised world.” Ong Meng Kiat Diploma in Business Studies, Class of 2019 Meng Kiat was the recipient of the Ngee Ann Polytechnic Outstanding Achievement Award and the Lee Wee Nam Gold Medal and Prize. He will be pursuing a degree in Business Administration at NUS. SCHOOL OF BUSINESS & ACCOUNTANCY 5

OUR GRADUATES WITH THAT XTRASOMETHING “My six-month internship with PwC Singapore was the highlight of my three years in the Diploma in Accountancy. I got the opportunity to apply skills learned from my course, and network with experienced accounting professionals to gain valuable insights into the profession. BA also offers numerous opportunities for global exposure. I had the chance to do a community service project in Vietnam, go for a course trip to Batam and a study mission trip to the Philippines. These trips helped to develop a global mindset and cultural awareness in me, which are important attributes in this day and age.” Grace Low Diploma in Accountancy, Class of 2020 Grace was a recipient of the Institute of Singapore Chartered Accountants Gold Medal & Prize. She is pursuing a Bachelor in Accountancy in Singapore Management University (SMU) under the SMU Global Impact Scholarship. “Modules such as Tourism Law and Accounting & Finance gave me a strong foundation when I entered SMU. Through presentations and active participation in class, I have become a more effective communicator – that helped me to perform well for scholarship interviews and the professional world.” Russell Phua Diploma in Tourism & Resort Management, Class of 2018 Russell was awarded the Unchartered Co Silver Medal for being the second most outstanding graduate in his cohort, and is pursuing a Business Management degree at SMU. He is also a recipient of the Lee Kong Chian Scholarship Programme at SMU. 6

“I was given a lot of autonomy to develop skill sets in BA through special interest groups. I also spent several weeks in Shanghai and California during study trips. These experiences exposed me to different cultures and broadened my interest in various topics. It showed me that the world is fascinating and there are many paths that one can take to achieve success.” Glenn Ong Diploma in Banking & Financial Services*, Class of 2011 Glenn is the General Manager of sgCarMart Quotz, an online car auction house that helps consumers sell their cars at the highest price possible to used car dealers via bidding. Together with his team, Glenn helped to revamp the business model to enhance the customer experience, achieving a 40% year-on-year revenue growth. *Now renamed the Diploma in Banking & Finance “NP expanded my horizons and ignited my passion for innovation. I was able to apply the concepts from modules such as Business Statistics and Marketing to tackle the toughest data science challenges posed by leading high- tech companies, banks and government agencies around Asia.” Jason Loh Diploma in Business Studies, Class of 1999 Jason is the Head of Artificial Intelligence (AI) at SAS Institute. He leads a team of AI experts across 13 Asian countries. SCHOOL OF BUSINESS & ACCOUNTANCY 7

N97 COMMON BUSINESS PROGRAMME Explore your interests in the first year while developing a firm foundation in Get latest updates fundamental business subjects on course Get more time to make a wise and informed course choice by discovering first and deciding later Rank your preference of the five business diplomas at the end of your first year: Accountancy, Banking & Finance, Business Studies, International Trade & Business or Tourism & Resort Management 8

WHAT THE COURSE IS ABOUT WHAT YOU WILL LEARN Interested in business but unsure of which course to YEAR 1 choose? Then the Common Business Programme (CBP) is probably the best option for you. – Accounting & Finance – Business Communication 1 CBP is a common entry programme for the School of – Business Law Business & Accountancy (BA) – designed for first-year – Business Statistics & Applications students to gain a better understanding of the various – Career & Professional Preparation business disciplines before making an informed choice – Digital Business Solutions of the business diploma they wish to pursue. – Economics – Global Business During the first year, you will get to experience a – User-Centred Design in Business wide range of business modules and discover your – Health & Wellness^ career aspirations through our Career & Professional – Innovation Made Possible^ Preparation module. At the same time, you will develop – English Language Express^* a strong foundation in the fundamentals of business. You will then get to pursue one of our 5 sought-after YEAR 2 & 3 business diplomas in a preference ranking exercise towards the end of your first year. Based on your interests, preference and performance, you will pursue one of the following business diplomas. All freshmen from BA, including those who opt for CBP, You can refer to the relevant sections for the modules will share a common curriculum in the first year. in Year 2 and 3: – Accountancy (see page 10) ENTRY REQUIREMENTS – Banking & Finance (see page 13) – Business Studies (see page 16) For information on the entry requirements for this – International Trade & Business (see page 20) course, turn to Page 3. – Tourism & Resort Management (see page 23) CONTACT US ^ Interdisciplinary Studies (IS) modules account for 10 credit units of the diploma curriculum. They include modules in For the most up-to-date information on NP’s innovation and world issues, as well as an interdisciplinary Common Business Programme, log on to project. By bringing students from diverse diplomas together, www.np.edu.sg/cbp the interdisciplinary project fosters collaboration to explore and propose solutions for real-world problems. IS aims to develop students to be agile and self-directed learners, ready for the future workplace. ^* For selected students only. To keep our curriculum current and robust, diploma modules are subject to change over the three years. Please visit our website for latest updates. SCHOOL OF BUSINESS & ACCOUNTANCY 9

N51 DIPLOMA IN ACCOUNTANCY Comprehensive curriculum mapped to most of the SkillsFuture Framework Get latest updates career pathways for the Accountancy sector on course Gain real-world experience through a six-month internship programme at an accounting firm, bank or prestigious organisation Acquire digital competencies that the sector seeks Accreditation with professional bodies 10

WHAT THE COURSE IS ABOUT WHAT YOU WILL LEARN As the backbone of every business, accounting plays YEAR 1 a key role in decision-making processes. Through the Diploma in Accountancy (ACC), you will learn – Accounting & Finance that accounting is more than just numbers. Besides – Business Communication 1 modules on financial and managerial accounting, – Business Law taxation, digital and communication skills, you will – Business Statistics & Applications also learn how to strengthen internal controls, analyse – Career & Professional Preparation financial performance and bring value to businesses in – Digital Business Solutions terms of strategy and governance. – Economics – Global Business Industry-relevant Curriculum – User-Centred Design in Business Gain exposure to accounting software widely used – Health & Wellness^ in the industry and get hands-on learning through – Innovation Made Possible^ a six-month internship programme with established – English Language Express^* local and overseas organisations. Our esteemed industry partners include the “Big Four” international YEAR 2 accounting firms namely PwC, Deloitte, EY and KPMG, as well as local organisations and banks like SGX, – Accountants in the Community RSM, DBS and OCBC. In the internship programme, – Auditing 1 you will gain valuable work experience with clear – Business Communication 2 learning outcomes as well as industry mentorship. – Company Law & Secretarial Practice – Cost Accounting Recognised & Accredited – Financial Analytics & Applications As an ACC graduate, you will enjoy accreditation – Fundamentals of Financial Accounting and module exemptions from many universities – Intermediate Financial Accounting and professional bodies. You can look forward to – Singapore Taxation completing your degree or professional examinations – World Issues: A Singapore Perspective^ ahead of your peers. YEAR 3 – Advanced Financial Accounting – Auditing 2 – Corporate Finance – Ethics for the Professional Accountant – Managerial Accounting – Six-month Internship – Project ID: Connecting the Dots^ ^ Interdisciplinary Studies (IS) modules account for 10 credit units of the diploma curriculum. They include modules in innovation and world issues, as well as an interdisciplinary project. By bringing students from diverse diplomas together, the interdisciplinary project fosters collaboration to explore and propose solutions for real-world problems. IS aims to develop students to be agile and self-directed learners, ready for the future workplace. ^* For selected students only. To keep our curriculum current and robust, diploma modules are subject to change over the three years. Please visit our website for latest updates. SCHOOL OF BUSINESS & ACCOUNTANCY 11

CAREER ENTRY REQUIREMENTS Besides job opportunities in the “Big Four” For information on the entry requirements for this international accounting firms, you can also develop course, turn to Page 3. your career in financial accounting, auditing, taxation, managerial accounting, corporate secretarial practice, CONTACT US banking and financial services. For the most up-to-date information on NP’s FURTHER STUDIES Diploma in Accountancy, log on to www.np.edu.sg/acc ACC is recognised by all local universities and many overseas universities. Many universities in Australia and the United Kingdom grant up to one year’s exemption, which means you can complete your degree programme faster. You will also enjoy module exemptions for courses and examinations offered by the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA), Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA), and the Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales (ICAEW). In collaboration with the Singapore Accountancy Commission and Workforce Singapore, NP has launched a 18-month work-study programme under the SkillsFuture initiative. It offers an alternative pathway for Accountancy diploma holders into the profession, without having to obtain degree qualifications. Alternative Pathway to be a Chartered Accountant of Singapore: Chartered Accountant of Singapore Singapore CA Qualification (Professional Programme) Advanced Diploma in Accountancy Diploma in Accountancy 12

N53 DIPLOMA IN BANKING & FINANCE Gain a head start in banking, finance and fintech industries with a broad-based Get latest updates curriculum on course Achieve Associate Financial Planner (AFPCM) accreditation and Financial Planning Level 1 certification from Institute of Banking and Finance upon completion of the course Solve real-world problems through project collaborations with industry partners Acquire knowledge on market-based software such as Bloomberg SCHOOL OF BUSINESS & ACCOUNTANCY 13

WHAT THE COURSE IS ABOUT WHAT YOU WILL LEARN The global financial industry is undergoing radical YEAR 1 changes, with technology and innovation bringing change at lightning speed. Gain deep insights into this – Accounting & Finance new wave of banking with our Diploma in Banking & – Business Communication 1 Finance (BF). – Business Law – Business Statistics & Applications The course provides you with a broad-based – Career & Professional Preparation knowledge of accounting, business and finance and – Digital Business Solutions emerging technology, with specialised training in – Economics banking and financial services. You will gain insights – Global Business into how future banks operate and learn about the – User-Centred Design in Business applications of banking and financial services in the – Health & Wellness^ real world. – Innovation Made Possible^ – English Language Express^* Strong Industry Partnerships As the Sector Co-ordinator of Singapore’s YEAR 2 Accountancy & Financial Services cluster, we have established very strong links with industry partners – Banking Analytics to provide you with more robust learning experiences, – Business Communication 2 industry networking and mentorship. This will – Commercial Banking give you a head start in your future career in this – Corporate Finance industry. Embark on an exciting learning journey with – Digital Banking prestigious local and foreign banks, as well as FinTech – Financial Inclusion and the Community startups, which include the Bank of America, Chynge, – Financial Markets & Services Citi, Credit Suisse, DBS, Monetary Authority of – Financial Planning Singapore, Moolahsense, OCBC, ShopBack, Shopee, – Investments Singapore Exchange Limited, Standard Chartered – Settlements & Operations Management Bank and UOB. – World Issues: A Singapore Perspective^ Recognised and Accredited YEAR 3 As a BF graduate, you will enjoy accreditation and module exemptions from local and foreign universities – Business Persuasion & Influence as well as professional bodies. – Digital Marketing for Financial Services – Risk & Compliance – Wealth Management – Six-month Internship – Project ID: Connecting the Dots^ ^ Interdisciplinary Studies (IS) modules account for 10 credit units of the diploma curriculum. They include modules in innovation and world issues, as well as an interdisciplinary project. By bringing students from diverse diplomas together, the interdisciplinary project fosters collaboration to explore and propose solutions for real-world problems. IS aims to develop students to be agile and self-directed learners, ready for the future workplace. ^* For selected students only. To keep our curriculum current and robust, diploma modules are subject to change over the three years. Please visit our website for latest updates. 14

CAREER The PolyFinTech100 API Hackathon was a very meaningful learning opportunity. As a BF graduate, you can find good career I learnt how computers can recognise an opportunities in fields such as fintech, corporate image and how a simple chatbot can be finance, financial planning, investment and wealth created using publicly available trained AI management, trade finance, treasury, risk management, agents. Having to go through brainstorming, settlements and operations management, as well as prototyping, and finally pitching my ideas credit and marketing. to a wide audience were challenging yet invaluable experiences for me. FURTHER STUDIES Thean Zhi Wei (centre) The BF diploma is recognised by all local universities and many overseas universities. Many universities in Diploma In Banking & Finance, Class of Australia and the United Kingdom grant at least one 2019 year’s exemption, which means you can complete your Zhi Wei participated in the PolyFinTech 100 degree programme faster. API Hackathon competition during his final semester to develop fintech prototypes using Professional bodies like the Association of Chartered open technologies from the industry to address Certified Accountants (ACCA), the Chartered real-world problems. He created a fully functional Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA), the chatbot and won the OCBC Most Applicable Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and FinTech and Artificial Intelligence Award. His Wales (ICAEW), the Institute of Banking & Finance solution was showcased at the Singapore FinTech (IBF) and the Singapore College of Insurance (SCI) Festival 2019. also recognise our diploma. For industry-linked certification, you will be exempted from one module of the Capital Markets & Financial Advisory Services (CMFAS) examinations. In partnership with the Financial Planning Association of Singapore (FPAS), all BF students will receive the Associate Financial Planner (AFPCM) certification upon graduation. With this certificate, BF graduates can take an accelerated route to attaining the Certified Financial Planner (CFP®) designation. ENTRY REQUIREMENTS For information on the entry requirements for this course, turn to Page 3. CONTACT US For the most up-to-date information on NP’s Diploma in Banking & Finance, log on to www.np.edu.sg/bf SCHOOL OF BUSINESS & ACCOUNTANCY 15

N45 DIPLOMA IN BUSINESS STUDIES Revamped Gain broad-based business knowledge that is applicable across different Get latest updates industry sectors and business functions on course Deep-dive into future skills with our new Business Digitalisation Track or specialise in one of three areas: Entrepreneurship I Human Capital Management I Marketing Experience and solve real business problems through industry-focused flagship programmes and a six-month local or overseas internship programme 16

WHAT THE COURSE IS ABOUT Learn from the Best One of the hallmarks of an NP education is industry Want to be an entrepreneur or a business-savvy training, which offers you an insight into real business professional in our global economy? The Diploma in environments and challenges. You will get to learn Business Studies (BS) will equip you with the skills from leading industry players through local and and knowledge covering all aspects of a business overseas internships as well as project collaborations. operation and ensure that you are future-proof for the Our partners include City Developments Ltd, Creative increasingly digital business world. Technology, DBS, Deloitte & Touche LLP, Ernst & Young Solutions LLP, Eu Yan Sang, FoodXervices Inc Start with a Firm Foundation Pte Ltd, Mediacorp Pte Ltd, OCBC, Resorts World You will gain solid grounding in the core fundamentals Sentosa, Robert Bosch, Shell Eastern Petroleum, of business management. The sound business Singapore Aero Engine Services Private Limited, SP knowledge and skills you pick up will ensure that you Group, and Watson’s Personal Care Stores Pte Ltd. will be ready for work or future studies. Plus, many local and overseas universities recognise our curriculum Experience Real, Industry-based Projects and offer our graduates module exemptions. Under the Realistic, Experiential & Applied Learning (REAL) programme, you will plan and implement Business Digitalisation Track New marketing strategies for organisations. You can also Deepen your knowledge in emerging technologies work with organisations to provide human resource through the new Business Digitalisation Track in consultancy services and execute HR programmes your final year*. The programme is taught based through Thumbs UP! (Training Human Resources for on competency areas: Emerging Technologies and Better Skills - a Unique Programme). Alternatively, Disruptive Innovation; AI and Robotics; Advanced you can set up businesses and carry out projects Business Analytics; Transformational Digital under the Experiential Training for Entrepreneurship Marketing; Digital Commerce; Xtech; and Change Development (EXTEND) programme. Management and Persuasion. Upon graduation, you will be awarded not just a diploma, but also industry based certifications in relevant areas. What’s more, you will benefit from blended learning opportunities comprising seminars delivered by industry experts, learning journeys, online courses, hackathons, company-based projects, practical research projects, as well as multiple internships over one year. *for selected students only I was initially doubtful about the career choice I wanted after graduating from Business Studies. However, after taking the Human Capital Management module in Year 2, I knew what I wanted to specialise in. Throughout my journey in NP, I met supportive peers and mentors who helped steer me in the direction I wanted to go. Their encouragement enabled me to be proficient in my studies and projects. The experiences I’ve gained in NP provided me with the confidence needed to pursue my career choice. Charmaine Tan Diploma In Business Studies, Class Of 2020 Charmaine graduated from the Diploma in Business Studies, with a specialisation in Human Capital Management. She was awarded the National HR Young Talent Award by the Institute for Human Resources Professionals (IHRP). The award is an initiative by MOM to build Singapore’s local HR talent pool by spurring talented students to greater heights of excellence and to encourage them to pursue a career in the HR profession. SCHOOL OF BUSINESS & ACCOUNTANCY 17

WHAT YOU WILL LEARN – Global Business – User-Centred Design in Business YEAR 1 – Health & Wellness^ – Innovation Made Possible^ – Accounting & Finance – English Language Express^* – Business Communication 1 – Business Law YEAR 3 – Business Statistics & Applications – Career & Professional Preparation – Business Persuasion & Influence – Digital Business Solutions – Corporate Entrepreneurship – Economics – Entrepreneurship in Practice – Six-month Internship Choose one of the 3 options* in Year 2 – Project ID: Connecting the Dots^ Entrepreneurship YEAR 3 YEAR 2 – Business Persuasion & Influence – Business Analytics – Human Capital in Action – Business Communication 2 – Total Rewards Management – Business in the Community – Six-month Internship – Business Models & Strategies – Project ID: Connecting the Dots^ – Enterprise Creation & Development – Finance for Entrepreneurial Venture YEAR 3 – Human Capital Management – Innovation for Value Creation – Business Persuasion & Influence – Marketing in the Digital Age – Integrated Marketing in Practice – Service Operations Management – Retail Experiential Engagement – World Issues: A Singapore Perspective^ – Six-month Internship – Project ID: Connecting the Dots^ Human Capital Management YEAR 2 – Business Analytics – Business Communication 2 – Business in the Community – Employee & Industrial Relations – Enterprise Creation & Development – Global Talent & Mobility – Human Capital Management – Learning & Development – Marketing in the Digital Age – Service Operations Management – World Issues: A Singapore Perspective^ Marketing YEAR 2 – Brand Insights & Strategies – Business Analytics – Business Communication 2 – Business in the Community – Enterprise Creation & Development – Human Capital Management – Integrated Marketing Communication – Marketing in the Digital Age – Research-based Marketing Insights – Service Operations Management – World Issues: A Singapore Perspective^ 18

Business Digitalisation Track CAREER (for selected students only) With a constant demand for business graduates in Singapore and the region, you will be highly YEAR 3 sought after by employers in various fields such as service operations, marketing, retailing, marketing – Advanced Applied Business Analytics communications and human capital management, or – Artificial Intelligence & Robotics even start your own company. – Change Management & Persuasion – Digital Commerce What’s more, your choice of specialisation or BD track – Digital Transformation Marketing Strategy will give you the added advantage of either jobs in – Emerging Technologies & Disruptive Innovation business development, corporate ventures, or market – Xtech research and advertising, or rewards management, – Internship 1 & 2 talent acquisition and organisational development. – Project ID: Connecting the Dots^ FURTHER STUDIES ^ Interdisciplinary Studies (IS) modules account for 10 credit units of the diploma curriculum. They include modules in The BS diploma is recognised by all local universities innovation and world issues, as well as an interdisciplinary and many overseas universities, with many of them project. By bringing students from diverse diplomas together, granting module exemptions. Our graduates enjoy the interdisciplinary project fosters collaboration to explore and at least one year’s exemption at many universities in propose solutions for real-world problems. IS aims to develop Australia and the United Kingdom. students to be agile and self-directed learners, ready for the future workplace. BS diploma graduates may also embark on the SkillsFuture Work-Study programme to gain a * All specialisation options are subject to availability. head start in careers related to their discipline of specialisation. ^* For selected students only. In partnership with the Institute for Human Resource To keep our curriculum current and robust, diploma modules Professionals (IHRP), all BS students specialising are subject to change over the three years. Please visit our in Human Capital Management will now have an website for latest updates. opportunity to graduate as an IHRP-Certified Associate. This will provide them with a structured pathway to becoming an IHRP-Certified Professional. ENTRY REQUIREMENTS For information on the entry requirements for this course, turn to Page 3. CONTACT US For the most up-to-date information on NP’s Diploma in Business Studies, log on to www.np.edu.sg/bs SCHOOL OF BUSINESS & ACCOUNTANCY 19

N85 DIPLOMA IN INTERNATIONAL TRADE & BUSINESS Revamped The only wholesale-trade diploma in Singapore Get latest updates Engage and network with industry players through national and international on course competitions Benefit from a six-month internship locally or overseas Curriculum mapped to the national Skills Framework for wholesale trade sector and endorsed by Enterprise Singapore 20

WHAT THE COURSE IS ABOUT Business Digitalisation Track New Deepen your knowledge in emerging technologies Doing business across borders and cultures in an through the new Business Digitalisation Track in increasingly digitalised world can be a complex yet your final year*. The programme is taught based exciting affair. You need to make sense of new ways on competency areas: Emerging Technologies and of arranging for financing and shipping, and tap on Disruptive Innovation; AI and Robotics; Advanced emerging technologies to develop innovative digital Business Analytics; Transformational Digital business solutions to market and distribute your Marketing; Digital Commerce; Xtech; and Change products and services. Discover how you can play a Management and Persuasion. Upon graduation, you role in the fast-changing global business environment will be awarded not just a diploma, but also industry with the Diploma in International Trade & Business based certifications in relevant areas. (ITB). What’s more, you will benefit from blended learning Robust Curriculum & Industry Partnerships opportunities comprising seminars delivered by In your first year, you will gain a strong foundation industry experts, learning journeys, online courses, with modules such as Accounting & Finance, Business hackathons, company-based projects, practical Statistics & Applications, Economics, and Global research projects, as well as multiple internships over Business. one year.  In your second year, you will strengthen your *for selected students only knowledge in international trade and business management with interesting modules such as ITB has equipped me with industry-relevant International Trading & Digitalisation, Global logistical knowledge and communication Transportation and International Marketing. skills. For example, I learnt about logistical processes, which allowed me to gain a Round off your third year with a six-month internship better understanding of what goes on in at local or overseas companies such as Audi the warehouse or during the transportation Singapore, Carousell, IBM, Lufthansa Cargo and journey, while the trade and business Singapore Wine Vault. On top of that, you will get to modules trained me to analyse and consider apply your skills on a capstone project to solve real- issues from different perspectives. The world challenges. course also gave me the opportunity to participate in the WorldSkills Singapore Throughout your three years, our strong emphasis Competition. I believe these experiences will on international trade operations from a global stand me in good stead when I enter perspective will give you an edge in careers in the the workplace. wholesale trade and logistics sectors. Our strong links with industry partners will also provide you with up- Lee Jia Ying to-date and real-world learning experiences as well as mentorship. Diploma In International Trade & Business, Year 3 Unique Course with a Global Focus Jia Ying participated in the Worldskills Singapore This unique course gives you a solid grounding in Competition in 2020, where she won the Gold business, trade and logistics, with a global focus. You Award for the Transportation & Logistics - Freight will gain a broad-based understanding of international Forwarding category. trade practices and supply chain management, and learn skills in key domain areas such as finance, purchasing and logistics. What’s more, there may be opportunities for you to go on learning trips or even take on an overseas internship! SCHOOL OF BUSINESS & ACCOUNTANCY 21

WHAT YOU WILL LEARN CAREER YEAR 1 With Singapore expanding its role as a major global trading hub, job prospects are bright for you. Embark – Accounting & Finance on a career in international business analysis, trade – Business Communication 1 coordination, import/export compliance, e-commerce, – Business Law procurement, and market research in the wholesale – Business Statistics & Applications trade and logistics sectors. – Career & Professional Preparation – Digital Business Solutions FURTHER STUDIES – Economics – Global Business As an ITB graduate, you can pursue degrees in – User-Centred Design in Business business, international trade, logistics and supply – Health & Wellness^ chain management, as well as other business degree – Innovation Made Possible^ courses at all local and overseas universities. You – English Language Express^* can also consider the SkillsFuture Work-Study Programme, which is designed to give fresh graduates YEAR 2 from polytechnics a head start in careers related to their discipline of study. – Business Communication 2 – Business Creation ENTRY REQUIREMENTS – Global Transportation – International Marketing For information on the entry requirements for this – International Purchasing course, turn to Page 3. – International Trade Operations in the Digital Era – International Trading & Digitalisation CONTACT US – Supply Chain Principles & Digitalisation – Storage & Distribution For the most up-to-date information on NP’s – World Issues: A Singapore Perspective^ Diploma in International Trade & Business, log on to www.np.edu.sg/itb YEAR 3 ^ Interdisciplinary Studies (IS) modules account for 10 credit – Analytics & Organisational Performance units of the diploma curriculum. They include modules in – Applied Project: International Trade innovation and world issues, as well as an interdisciplinary – Risk Management project. By bringing students from diverse diplomas together, – Specialised Logistics the interdisciplinary project fosters collaboration to explore and – Six-month Internship propose solutions for real-world problems. IS aims to develop – Project ID: Connecting the Dots^ students to be agile and self-directed learners, ready for the future workplace. Business Digitalisation Track ^* For selected students only. (for selected students only) – Advanced Applied Business Analytics To keep our curriculum current and robust, diploma modules – Artificial Intelligence & Robotics are subject to change over the three years. Please visit our – Change Management & Persuasion website for latest updates. – Digital Commerce – Digital Transformation Marketing Strategy – Emerging Technologies & Disruptive Innovation – Xtech – Internship 1 & 2 – Project ID: Connecting the Dots^ 22

N72 DIPLOMA IN TOURISM & RESORT MANAGEMENT Revamped A versatile course that prepares you for diverse sectors like hospitality, MICE Get latest updates (Meetings, Incentives, Conventions & Exhibitions), travel and visitor attractions on course Industry-focused curriculum that develops your ability to adapt, create and innovate in a dynamic environment Hone skillsets that are relevant across multiple sectors in our new Business Digitalisation Track Opportunities to pursue SkillsFuture Work-Study Programme for Hospitality Business Management and MICE & Events Management upon graduation SCHOOL OF BUSINESS & ACCOUNTANCY 23

WHAT THE COURSE IS ABOUT WHAT YOU WILL LEARN Against the backdrop of a global pandemic, the tourism YEAR 1 sector is fast evolving to pivot to the new normal. Virtual tours and events, and specially curated staycations are – Accounting & Finance some exciting ways that the industry has taken tourism to – Business Communication 1 a whole new level! In every crisis, there lies opportunities – Business Law and bright spots. That is why in our revamped Diploma – Business Statistics & Applications in Tourism & Resort Management (TRM), you will gain – Career & Professional Preparation strong industry insights to help you reimagine the – Digital Business Solutions tourism landscape, and be equipped with competencies – Economics that are relevant across different industries. With TRM, – Global Business you can still go places! – User-Centred Design in Business – Health & Wellness^ Strong Business Foundation with Industry Insights – Innovation Made Possible^ The course will provide you with a strong business – English Language Express^* foundation that covers the fundamentals of business management in the first year. Whether you are heading YEAR 2 for further studies or work upon graduation, having a well-recognised diploma will always give you an edge. You – Business Communication 2 will also gain insights into the key sectors of the tourism – Event Creation & Design industry such as hospitality, travel, attractions, F&B, and – Event Management & Operations the MICE (Meetings, Incentives, Conventions & Exhibitions) – Hospitality Business Management sector. Round off your industry knowledge with hands- – Hospitality Operations Management on learning sessions and internships that offer you even – Service Experience Management in Tourism wider career choices upon graduation. – Strategic Travel Management – Tourism & Resort Marketing Industry-driven Curriculum – Tourism Research & Analytics To cater to the more discerning and digitally connected – Travel & Tourism Insights travellers, you will get acquainted with skills and – World Issues: A Singapore Perspective^ knowledge which are in demand in the tourism industry, such as tourism data analytics, digital marketing and YEAR 3 service experience management. The course also provides a strong business foundation with a global – Business Persuasion & Influence and entrepreneurial focus. To complete your learning – Digital Marketing in Tourism journey in TRM, you will work on mini-consultancy – Emerging Technologies & Disruptive Innovation projects with industry partners, for an authentic – Industry Project in Tourism understanding of the tourism industry. – Six-month Internship – Project ID: Connecting the Dots^ Business Digitalisation Track New Deepen your knowledge in emerging technologies Business Digitalisation Track through the new Business Digitalisation Track in your final year*. The programme is taught based on competency (for selected students only) areas: Emerging Technologies and Disruptive Innovation; – Advanced Applied Business Analytics AI and Robotics; Advanced Business Analytics; – Artificial Intelligence & Robotics Transformational Digital Marketing; Digital Commerce; – Change Management & Persuasion Xtech; and Change Management and Persuasion. Upon – Digital Commerce graduation, you will be awarded not just a diploma, but – Digital Transformation Marketing Strategy also industry based certifications in relevant areas. – Emerging Technologies & Disruptive Innovation – Xtech What’s more, you will benefit from blended learning – Internship 1 & 2 opportunities comprising seminars delivered by industry – Project ID: Connecting the Dots^ experts, learning journeys, online courses, hackathons, company-based projects, practical research projects, as ^ Interdisciplinary Studies (IS) modules account for 10 credit units well as multiple internships over one year. of the diploma curriculum. They include modules in innovation and world issues, as well as an interdisciplinary project. By bringing *for selected students only students from diverse diplomas together, the interdisciplinary project fosters collaboration to explore and propose solutions for 24 real-world problems. IS aims to develop students to be agile and self-directed learners, ready for the future workplace. ^* For selected students only.

CAREER CURATING REAL-LIFE EVENTS As Singapore develops into a global tourism “Yuhua Through Time”, “That 70’s Life” and destination, the demand for well-trained tourism “Health X Heritage” were conceptualised professionals will continue to increase. TRM graduates and executed by TRM Year 2 students can find many job openings in the attractions, food and for the integrated project in their beverage, hospitality, MICE, travel and other tourism- Conventions & Events Management and related sectors. You could hold a management position Service-Learning in Action modules. They in sales and marketing, operations, consultancy or partnered the merchants’ associations customer service. in Hong Kah, Tanjong Pagar and Yuhua communities to create vibrant community FURTHER STUDIES spaces, by adopting different themes for learning and bonding. The integrated As a TRM graduate, you can pursue a wide range of project gave students real-world degree courses at all local universities and several opportunities to oversee the entire event, overseas universities. Some institutions may grant from inception to execution. exemption. They include Australian universities such as Southern Cross University, University of Queensland, University of Southern Queensland and University of Nevada, Las Vegas. Or you can pursue a SkillsFuture Work-Study Programme (WSProg) in Hospitality Business Management or MICE & Events Management to get a head start in your career. A work-study programme, the WSProg aims to boost the hospitality and events management sector’s talent by nurturing industry professionals with work-ready skillsets. Under the WSProg, you will be matched with a company, undergo structured on-the-job training, and receive an industry-recognised certification. ENTRY REQUIREMENTS For information on the entry requirements for this course, turn to Page 3. CONTACT US For the most up-to-date information on NP’s Diploma in Tourism & Resort Management, log on to www.np.edu.sg/trm To keep our curriculum current and robust, diploma modules are subject to change over the three years. Please visit our website for latest updates. SCHOOL OF BUSINESS & ACCOUNTANCY 25

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