General Brochure 2009

EXECUTIVE EDUCATION

EXECUTIVE PROGRAMMES 2009 execed.nus.edu

"We had an excellent session in Singapore with people coming from diversified backgrounds and plenty of opportunities to share our experiences with each other. The content of the programme and the faculty were exceptional!" Mr Imran Mahmood Head, Manufacturing Business Descon Engineering Ltd Pakistan

ASIA’S GLOBAL BUSINESS SCHOOL

BUSINESS SCHOOL

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Message from the Dean, NUS Business School Experience NUS Business School Why Choose NUS Business School? Accolades

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The Singapore Experience Our Learning Philosophy International Faculty Faculty Publications Stanford - NUS Executive Programme in International Management

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Advanced Management Programme General Management Programme Leadership Development Programme

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Strategic Management Programme Accounting and Finance for Non-Financial Managers Strategic Human Resource Management Negotiation and Influence

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contents

Customised Management Development Programmes Participating Companies Application Form

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Message from the Dean, NUS Business School Experience NUS Business School Why Choose NUS Business School? Accolades

05 07 09 10 11

The Singapore Experience Our Learning Philosophy International Faculty Faculty Publications Stanford - NUS Executive Programme in International Management

13 15 17

Advanced Management Programme General Management Programme Leadership Development Programme

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Strategic Management Programme Accounting and Finance for Non-Financial Managers Strategic Human Resource Management Negotiation and Influence

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contents

Customised Management Development Programmes Participating Companies Application Form

Message from the Dean, NUS Business School

PROFESSOR BERNARD YEUNG Dean and Stephen Riady Distinguished Professor of Finance

In today's challenging business environment, leading companies understand that the key to sustainable competitive advantage and success is the continual development of their single most important asset - their people. As the most established business school in Singapore, NUS Business School is recognised for its world-class education and research. The Financial Times recently ranked us among the top 20 business schools in the world for our Executive MBA programmes and we recently attained an unprecedented 35th position for our MBA programmes. The QS Global 200 Business Schools 2009: The Employers' Choice Survey also puts us as the only

Our Executive Education programmes are carefully designed to keep pace with current business trends. Through an integration of classroom teaching, case studies and small group discussions, our students get the most out of their lessons as our faculty share their unique expertise and knowledge.

Mochtar Riady Building - An artist’s impression of the new business school building to be completed in 2009. The reed-like design of the building serves as a metaphor for exceptional quality, deep flexibility, and perennial stability in the face of the vicissitudes borne by business in the contemporary world.

Experience NUS Business School

Established in 1965, NUS Business School is known for its focus in providing management thought leadership from an Asian perspective, enabling our students and corporate partners to leverage on the best global knowledge and deep Asian insights to drive business growth in Asia and around the world. This combination of global knowledge and Asian insights is reflected in all aspects of its research, teaching and

Asian business school preferred by employers across the world. These accolades recognise and affirm our unique

Our customised executive programmes are much soughtafter as our long-term collaborations with client organisations have often enriched their pipeline of talents manifold. This is achieved through an understanding of our clients' unique business contexts, complex issues and challenges. We have delivered programmes to multinational organisations in over 10 countries across AsiaPacific in cities such as Beijing, Shanghai, Tokyo, Kuala Lumpur, Jakarta, Bangkok, Bangalore, Colombo, Manila

vantage position of developing global leaders and

and Sydney. Our global connections are strong and ever-

The School has consistently received top rankings in the Asia-Pacific

entrepreneurs who can drive businesses and corporations to greater success on the world stage.

growing, keeping us at the competitive edge in the everchanging business landscape.

region by independent publications and agencies, such as the Financial Times, Economist Intelligence Unit, and QS Top MBA, in recognition of

Tapping on the expertise of our international faculty, who

Global corporations turn to NUS Business School to

are known for their extensive research and consulting experience in Asia and the West, NUS Business School

prepare their senior executives to drive change and transform organisations and businesses. As Asia's Global

is able to offer to our Executive Education participants customised and innovative solutions to key business issues that can be adapted and applied across Western and Eastern contexts.

Business School, I invite you to partner us in shaping your organisational leadership and success for the future. >>

industry outreach. As Asia's Global Business School, NUS Business School is a leading authority on business in Asia.

the quality of its programmes, faculty's research as well as graduates. The Financial Times ranked the School's Asia Pacific Executive MBA programme and its MBA programme 20th and 35th in the world respectively. In 2009, it ranked as the only Asian business school in the whole of Asia that was most preferred by employers across the world, by the QS Global 200 Business Schools 2009: The Employers' Choice Survey. The School is accredited by AACSB International (Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business), an endorsement that the School has met the highest standards for business education. The School has top research faculty who are close to industry; more than 2,500 BBA, MBA, Executive MBA, and PhD students; more than 2,000 annual participants in Executive Education programmes; and over 45,000 alumni in diverse organisations and positions of leadership throughout the world. >>

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Message from the Dean, NUS Business School

PROFESSOR BERNARD YEUNG Dean and Stephen Riady Distinguished Professor of Finance

In today's challenging business environment, leading companies understand that the key to sustainable competitive advantage and success is the continual development of their single most important asset - their people. As the most established business school in Singapore, NUS Business School is recognised for its world-class education and research. The Financial Times recently ranked us among the top 20 business schools in the world for our Executive MBA programmes and we recently attained an unprecedented 35th position for our MBA programmes. The QS Global 200 Business Schools 2009: The Employers' Choice Survey also puts us as the only

Our Executive Education programmes are carefully designed to keep pace with current business trends. Through an integration of classroom teaching, case studies and small group discussions, our students get the most out of their lessons as our faculty share their unique expertise and knowledge.

Mochtar Riady Building - An artist’s impression of the new business school building to be completed in 2009. The reed-like design of the building serves as a metaphor for exceptional quality, deep flexibility, and perennial stability in the face of the vicissitudes borne by business in the contemporary world.

Experience NUS Business School

Established in 1965, NUS Business School is known for its focus in providing management thought leadership from an Asian perspective, enabling our students and corporate partners to leverage on the best global knowledge and deep Asian insights to drive business growth in Asia and around the world. This combination of global knowledge and Asian insights is reflected in all aspects of its research, teaching and

Asian business school preferred by employers across the world. These accolades recognise and affirm our unique

Our customised executive programmes are much soughtafter as our long-term collaborations with client organisations have often enriched their pipeline of talents manifold. This is achieved through an understanding of our clients' unique business contexts, complex issues and challenges. We have delivered programmes to multinational organisations in over 10 countries across AsiaPacific in cities such as Beijing, Shanghai, Tokyo, Kuala Lumpur, Jakarta, Bangkok, Bangalore, Colombo, Manila

vantage position of developing global leaders and

and Sydney. Our global connections are strong and ever-

The School has consistently received top rankings in the Asia-Pacific

entrepreneurs who can drive businesses and corporations to greater success on the world stage.

growing, keeping us at the competitive edge in the everchanging business landscape.

region by independent publications and agencies, such as the Financial Times, Economist Intelligence Unit, and QS Top MBA, in recognition of

Tapping on the expertise of our international faculty, who

Global corporations turn to NUS Business School to

are known for their extensive research and consulting experience in Asia and the West, NUS Business School

prepare their senior executives to drive change and transform organisations and businesses. As Asia's Global

is able to offer to our Executive Education participants customised and innovative solutions to key business issues that can be adapted and applied across Western and Eastern contexts.

Business School, I invite you to partner us in shaping your organisational leadership and success for the future. >>

industry outreach. As Asia's Global Business School, NUS Business School is a leading authority on business in Asia.

the quality of its programmes, faculty's research as well as graduates. The Financial Times ranked the School's Asia Pacific Executive MBA programme and its MBA programme 20th and 35th in the world respectively. In 2009, it ranked as the only Asian business school in the whole of Asia that was most preferred by employers across the world, by the QS Global 200 Business Schools 2009: The Employers' Choice Survey. The School is accredited by AACSB International (Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business), an endorsement that the School has met the highest standards for business education. The School has top research faculty who are close to industry; more than 2,500 BBA, MBA, Executive MBA, and PhD students; more than 2,000 annual participants in Executive Education programmes; and over 45,000 alumni in diverse organisations and positions of leadership throughout the world. >>

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Mochtar Riady Building NUS Business School’s new flagship building.

Why Choose NUS Business School? 30 YEARS OF EXCELLENCE IN EXECUTIVE EDUCATION

BEST OF EAST AND WEST NUS Business School is known throughout the world as a premier business school, recognised globally for our

Leading companies realise the importance of investing in executive development programmes to remain at the forefront of the ever-changing business environment. For 30 years we have been offering a comprehensive portfolio of executive development programmes to over 20,000 senior executives from around the globe. Our world-class international faculty, known for their extensive research, consulting experience, and progressive teaching tools, will equip you with a range of new ideas and skills to impact your organisation. CUSTOMISED MANAGEMENT DEVELOPMENT Across the Asia Pacific region, in cities such as Bangkok, Beijing, Colombo, Kuala Lumpur, Manila, Seoul, Shanghai, Sydney, Tokyo and Wellington, we deliver customised management development programmes for blue-chip

INTERNATIONAL RECOGNITION Consistently ranked among the top business schools in Asia, NUS Business School is the first in ASEAN to be accredited by AACSB International (The Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business) for having met the highest standard of achievement in education and research for business schools worldwide. STRATEGIC GLOBAL ALLIANCES AND PARTNERSHIPS We have built strategic alliances and partnerships with globally-recognised business schools in the United States of America, Europe and Asia. These programmes provide participants with unique global insights derived from both Eastern and Western schools of thought.

NUS MBA RANKED 35TH WORLDWIDE FT Global MBA Rankings, 2009

NUS EXECUTIVE MBA RANKED AMONG WORLD'S TOP 20 Financial Times, 2008

RANKED 3RD IN ASIA FOR THE MOST PREFERRED SCHOOL TO RECRUIT FROM

Accolades

QS Global 200 Business Schools 2009 The Employers' Choice Survey

VOTED THE TOP UNIVERSAL BUSINESS SCHOOL WITH MAJOR INTERNATIONAL INFLUENCE

DIVERSE SENIOR EXECUTIVE PARTICIPANTS

Eduniversal, 2008

global companies that are committed to engaging the changing business landscape and staying ahead of

Our participants come from a wide variety of countries and industries. Many of our participants come from outside of Singapore, thus providing a rich diversity for both cross-cultural learning as well as business

RANKED 30TH AMONG THE WORLD'S TOP 200 UNIVERSITIES AND 4TH IN ASIA

competition.

networking.

Times Higher Education - Quacquarelli Symonds, 2008

NUS AMONG TOP 5 UNIVERSITIES IN ASIA AND AUSTRALASIA U s i n g o u r e x t e n s i v e a n d d i v e r s e r e s o u rc e s , o u r programme consultants will work closely with you to identify training needs and provide comprehensive expert solutions that will enable your organisation to achieve strategic objectives to transform your business.

INTERNATIONALLY RENOWNED FACULTY

QS Top Universities Rankings, 2008

Our illustrious international faculty, who hold PhDs from top universities around the world, are able to leverage

NUS WINS PLATINUM TRUST BRAND AWARD

on their wide industry expertise and academic excellence i n r e s e a rc h t o e n g a g e t h e d i s c e r n i n g e x e c u t i v e audience. >>

Reader's Digest Trusted Brands Survey, 2007

NUS BUSINESS SCHOOL RANKED 4TH FOR RESEARCH (OUTSIDE OF NORTH AMERICA) Top 100 Business School Research Ranking by University of Texas, Dallas, 2006

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ability to combine the best of the East and West in business research and education.

Mochtar Riady Building NUS Business School’s new flagship building.

Why Choose NUS Business School? 30 YEARS OF EXCELLENCE IN EXECUTIVE EDUCATION

BEST OF EAST AND WEST NUS Business School is known throughout the world as a premier business school, recognised globally for our

Leading companies realise the importance of investing in executive development programmes to remain at the forefront of the ever-changing business environment. For 30 years we have been offering a comprehensive portfolio of executive development programmes to over 20,000 senior executives from around the globe. Our world-class international faculty, known for their extensive research, consulting experience, and progressive teaching tools, will equip you with a range of new ideas and skills to impact your organisation. CUSTOMISED MANAGEMENT DEVELOPMENT Across the Asia Pacific region, in cities such as Bangkok, Beijing, Colombo, Kuala Lumpur, Manila, Seoul, Shanghai, Sydney, Tokyo and Wellington, we deliver customised management development programmes for blue-chip

INTERNATIONAL RECOGNITION Consistently ranked among the top business schools in Asia, NUS Business School is the first in ASEAN to be accredited by AACSB International (The Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business) for having met the highest standard of achievement in education and research for business schools worldwide. STRATEGIC GLOBAL ALLIANCES AND PARTNERSHIPS We have built strategic alliances and partnerships with globally-recognised business schools in the United States of America, Europe and Asia. These programmes provide participants with unique global insights derived from both Eastern and Western schools of thought.

NUS MBA RANKED 35TH WORLDWIDE FT Global MBA Rankings, 2009

NUS EXECUTIVE MBA RANKED AMONG WORLD'S TOP 20 Financial Times, 2008

RANKED 3RD IN ASIA FOR THE MOST PREFERRED SCHOOL TO RECRUIT FROM

Accolades

QS Global 200 Business Schools 2009 The Employers' Choice Survey

VOTED THE TOP UNIVERSAL BUSINESS SCHOOL WITH MAJOR INTERNATIONAL INFLUENCE

DIVERSE SENIOR EXECUTIVE PARTICIPANTS

Eduniversal, 2008

global companies that are committed to engaging the changing business landscape and staying ahead of

Our participants come from a wide variety of countries and industries. Many of our participants come from outside of Singapore, thus providing a rich diversity for both cross-cultural learning as well as business

RANKED 30TH AMONG THE WORLD'S TOP 200 UNIVERSITIES AND 4TH IN ASIA

competition.

networking.

Times Higher Education - Quacquarelli Symonds, 2008

NUS AMONG TOP 5 UNIVERSITIES IN ASIA AND AUSTRALASIA U s i n g o u r e x t e n s i v e a n d d i v e r s e r e s o u rc e s , o u r programme consultants will work closely with you to identify training needs and provide comprehensive expert solutions that will enable your organisation to achieve strategic objectives to transform your business.

INTERNATIONALLY RENOWNED FACULTY

QS Top Universities Rankings, 2008

Our illustrious international faculty, who hold PhDs from top universities around the world, are able to leverage

NUS WINS PLATINUM TRUST BRAND AWARD

on their wide industry expertise and academic excellence i n r e s e a rc h t o e n g a g e t h e d i s c e r n i n g e x e c u t i v e audience. >>

Reader's Digest Trusted Brands Survey, 2007

NUS BUSINESS SCHOOL RANKED 4TH FOR RESEARCH (OUTSIDE OF NORTH AMERICA) Top 100 Business School Research Ranking by University of Texas, Dallas, 2006

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ability to combine the best of the East and West in business research and education.

Singapore A Global City that Inspires

Not only has Singapore gained international recognition for being a key regional trading centre, the world's busiest port, and a top location for investment, it is also known for being a leading international financial centre, with more than 500 of the world's largest and most reputable financial institutions operating on the island. In addition, Singapore is the fourth largest foreign exchange trading centre in the world after London, New York and Tokyo. One of the most connected cities in Asia, by air, sea, as well as telecommunications linkages, Singapore has attracted 7,000 resident multinational companies and 100,000 enterprises to become part of it's vibrant, dynamic business environment.

A GLOBAL CITY OF OPPORTUNITIES Over the past few years, Singapore's achievements have been recognised internationally in various publications and studies. Some of the accolades received are:

SINGAPORE IS THE WORLD'S EASIEST PLACE TO DO BUSINESS

efficient and comfortable environment. >>

MOST COMPETITIVE ASIAN ECONOMY World Competitiveness Report 2008

Doing Business 2009 Report, World Bank

WORLD'S MOST 'NETWORK READY' COUNTRY 2ND MOST COMPETITIVE ECONOMY

With it's unique blend of modernity and traditional charm, Singapore is a city where talent gathers to exchange innovative ideas, pioneer new businesses, engage in exciting career opportunities and enjoy a vibrant lifestyle. Singapore is also renowned as one of Asia's premiere education hubs, offering a diverse and distinctive mix of educational services amidst a safe, stable,

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Singapore's diverse multicultural society, stable economy, business-friendly environment and exponential growth over the last few decades have enabled Singapore to grow into one of the most cosmopolitan states in the world today.

IMD World Competitiveness Yearbook 2008

Global Information Technology Report 2005/2006, World Economic Forum

3RD IN WORLD BUSINESS ENVIRONMENT RANKINGS

MOST COST-COMPETITIVE PLACE FOR BUSINESS

EIU Country Forecast, February 2008

KPMG Competitive Alternatives Study, 2006

BEST LABOUR FORCE

BEST BUSINESS DESTINATION CITY

BERI's 2008 Labour Force Evaluation Measure (LFEM) Report

DestinAsian Reader's Choice Award 2006

"BEST BUSINESS ENVIRONMENT" IN ASIA PACIFIC

ASIA'S NO.1 PLACE TO LIVE, WORK AND PLAY Mercer Human Resource Consulting, 2005-2006

EIU Country Forecast, 2007

For more information on the Singapore experience, please visit the Singapore Tourism Board's website at www.visitsingapore.com

Singapore A Global City that Inspires

Not only has Singapore gained international recognition for being a key regional trading centre, the world's busiest port, and a top location for investment, it is also known for being a leading international financial centre, with more than 500 of the world's largest and most reputable financial institutions operating on the island. In addition, Singapore is the fourth largest foreign exchange trading centre in the world after London, New York and Tokyo. One of the most connected cities in Asia, by air, sea, as well as telecommunications linkages, Singapore has attracted 7,000 resident multinational companies and 100,000 enterprises to become part of it's vibrant, dynamic business environment.

A GLOBAL CITY OF OPPORTUNITIES Over the past few years, Singapore's achievements have been recognised internationally in various publications and studies. Some of the accolades received are:

SINGAPORE IS THE WORLD'S EASIEST PLACE TO DO BUSINESS

efficient and comfortable environment. >>

MOST COMPETITIVE ASIAN ECONOMY World Competitiveness Report 2008

Doing Business 2009 Report, World Bank

WORLD'S MOST 'NETWORK READY' COUNTRY 2ND MOST COMPETITIVE ECONOMY

With it's unique blend of modernity and traditional charm, Singapore is a city where talent gathers to exchange innovative ideas, pioneer new businesses, engage in exciting career opportunities and enjoy a vibrant lifestyle. Singapore is also renowned as one of Asia's premiere education hubs, offering a diverse and distinctive mix of educational services amidst a safe, stable,

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Singapore's diverse multicultural society, stable economy, business-friendly environment and exponential growth over the last few decades have enabled Singapore to grow into one of the most cosmopolitan states in the world today.

IMD World Competitiveness Yearbook 2008

Global Information Technology Report 2005/2006, World Economic Forum

3RD IN WORLD BUSINESS ENVIRONMENT RANKINGS

MOST COST-COMPETITIVE PLACE FOR BUSINESS

EIU Country Forecast, February 2008

KPMG Competitive Alternatives Study, 2006

BEST LABOUR FORCE

BEST BUSINESS DESTINATION CITY

BERI's 2008 Labour Force Evaluation Measure (LFEM) Report

DestinAsian Reader's Choice Award 2006

"BEST BUSINESS ENVIRONMENT" IN ASIA PACIFIC

ASIA'S NO.1 PLACE TO LIVE, WORK AND PLAY Mercer Human Resource Consulting, 2005-2006

EIU Country Forecast, 2007

For more information on the Singapore experience, please visit the Singapore Tourism Board's website at www.visitsingapore.com

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Our Learning Philosophy

NUS BUSINESS SCHOOL is renowned for its academic rigour, enterprising research and its teaching excellence. Within this integrated learning context, faculty who teach in our Executive Education programmes calibrate their content and facilitation for high-powered executives who seek current and applicable knowledge in our ever-evolving business landscape.

A variety of assessment and profiling tools are also integrated into the content to provide a multi-dimensional learning experience for each participant. Self-reflection is a key element in this process and external facilitators to work with participants to provide impartial and objective assessments and action plans.

Utilising a blend of case studies, business simulations and role plays, the content is delivered and facilitated in an experiential format. Peer learning and cross-cultural sharing is also a key feature of our knowledge acquisition process with the use of small group discussions, projects and presentations.

This blend of cutting-edge learning and knowledge acquisition methodologies is what creates a differentiating experience for companies and participants in our Executive Education programmes. >>

The content addresses the current marketplace realities as well as future requirements and trends that can affect competitive advantage.

"The NUS experience was unforgettable. Its programmes provide an amazing opportunity to improve your intellectual ability. I greatly valued the case study approach - it gave me an introduction to the diverse facets of management. I will not hesitate to recommend NUS Business School’s Executive Education programmes." Mr Chandana L. Aluthgama Business Development and Claims Manager HNB Assurance Ltd Sri Lanka

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Our Learning Philosophy

NUS BUSINESS SCHOOL is renowned for its academic rigour, enterprising research and its teaching excellence. Within this integrated learning context, faculty who teach in our Executive Education programmes calibrate their content and facilitation for high-powered executives who seek current and applicable knowledge in our ever-evolving business landscape.

A variety of assessment and profiling tools are also integrated into the content to provide a multi-dimensional learning experience for each participant. Self-reflection is a key element in this process and external facilitators to work with participants to provide impartial and objective assessments and action plans.

Utilising a blend of case studies, business simulations and role plays, the content is delivered and facilitated in an experiential format. Peer learning and cross-cultural sharing is also a key feature of our knowledge acquisition process with the use of small group discussions, projects and presentations.

This blend of cutting-edge learning and knowledge acquisition methodologies is what creates a differentiating experience for companies and participants in our Executive Education programmes. >>

The content addresses the current marketplace realities as well as future requirements and trends that can affect competitive advantage.

"The NUS experience was unforgettable. Its programmes provide an amazing opportunity to improve your intellectual ability. I greatly valued the case study approach - it gave me an introduction to the diverse facets of management. I will not hesitate to recommend NUS Business School’s Executive Education programmes." Mr Chandana L. Aluthgama Business Development and Claims Manager HNB Assurance Ltd Sri Lanka

International Faculty - Best of East and West

Faculty Publications

NUS Business School has a 120-strong faculty who originate from more than 25 different countries around the world.

as well as consulting to businesses and governments worldwide.

With outstanding credentials from top global universities and extensive experience across industries from both Asian and Western countries, they bring fresh perspectives and create

Our faculty comprises many prolific writers who in addition to having their research papers regularly published in leading business journals, have co-authored and published the following books:

Leveraging on their wide industry expertise and academic excellence in research, our faculty are able to engage the

DR ALLAUDEEN HAMEED (Singapore) Professor and Head of Department PhD, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill Asset pricing; international finance; return-based trading strategies DR ANDREW DELIOS (Canada) Associate Professor PhD, University of Western Ontario Foreign entry mode & location strategies; international strategy; Japanese foreign direct investment; survival & performance of foreign subsidiaries DR AUDREY CHIA (Singapore) Associate Professor PhD, University of Texas at Austin Leadership & change: leading transformational & transition in organisations; diversity in organisations: special focus on gender; international HRM: special focus on globalisation of business & its effects on work & family; social & ethical issues in management: application of various perspectives, e.g. culture, decision-making, judgement DR BRIAN H HWARNG (Taiwan) Associate Professor PhD, Arizona State University Neural networks, time series analysis, forecasting; operations management, supply chain management; quality management, statistical process control; system dynamics, simulation modeling DR CHU-CHUN-LIN SINGFAT (Mauritius) Associate Professor & Curriculum Committee Representative PhD, University of British Columbia Brand valuation; time series analysis using state space methods; benchmarking the relative efficiency of organisations using data envelopment analysis (DEA); certificate of entitlement (COE); statistical pedagogy DR ISHTIAQ MAHMOOD (Bangladesh) Associate Professor PhD, Harvard University Innovation; diversification & performance, technological dynamism in Asia, restructuing & new growth; research & development investments; restructuring & new growth

executive audience through the creation of world-class innovative programmes. >>

DR JOCHEN WIRTZ (Germany) Associate Professor & Academic Co-Director, UCLA-NUS EMBA PhD, London Business School Customer feedback systems, customer satisfaction measurement & modeling; opportunistic consumer behaviour; role of affect in satisfaction models; pricing of services & revenue management; service recovery & service guarantees; services marketing DR KAI-ALEXANDER SCHLEVOGT (Germany) Associate Professor PhD, Oxford University Strategic management in emerging markets; chinese economy & businesses; organisational theory DR LAM SWEE SUM (Singapore) Associate Professor PhD, University of Washington Equity analysis & valuation; investment management; venture capital & initial public offerings; private equity & hedge funds; policy risk; corporate governance DR NITIN PANGARKAR (India) Associate Professor & Academic Director, The NUS MBA PhD, University of Michigan Strategic alliances; competition in hightechnology industries; internationalisation strategies of firms from newly industrialising economies DR PREM SHAMDASANI (Singapore) Associate Professor & Academic Director Asia Pacific EMBA Programme & Chairman, Executive Education PhD, University of Southern California Asian marketing practices & perspectives; cross-cultural buying behaviour; environmental marketing; relationship marketing; retail marketing strategy DR RUTH TAN (Singapore) Associate Professor PhD, University of Washington Government-linked companies; mergers & acquisitions; IPO of state owned enterprises; predictability of returns; seasoned equity offerings; CEO ownership

DR MARK GOH (Singapore) Associate Professor PhD, University of Adelaide Supply chain management, purchasing, quality & healthcare, service operations

SERVICES MARKETING Jochen Wirtz

MANAGERIAL ECONOMICS Ivan Png

FAIRNESS IN SELECTING EMPLOYEES Richard D. Arvey

SONY VS SAMSUNG Chang Sea-Jin

INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS: AN ASIA PACIFIC PERSPECTIVE Andrew Delios

SURVIVING THE NEW MILLENIUM : LESSONS FROM THE ASIAN CRISIS Ang Swee Hoon Kulwant Singh

SERVICES MARKETING IN ASIA - A CASE BOOK Jochen Wirtz

FLYING HIGH IN A COMPETITIVE INDUSTRY Jochen Wirtz Nitin Pangarkar

INTRODUCTION TO BUSINESS LAW IN SINGAPORE Ravi Chandran

FINANCIAL MARKETS AND INSTITUTIONS IN SINGAPORE Tan Chwee Huat

FROM CONFORMANCE TO PERFORMANCE Mak Yuen Teen

BUSINESS STRATEGY IN ASIA - A CASEBOOK Kulwant Singh Nitin Pangarkar

ISSUES AND CHALLENGES IN E-COMMERCE: A CASEBOOK Thomson Teo Wong Poh Kam Vivien Lim

ORGANIZATIONAL DYNAMICS OF CREATIVE DESTRUCTION: ENTREPRENEURSHIP AND THE EMERGENCE OF INDUSTRIES Elizabeth Boyle

THE 36 STRATEGIES OF THE CHINESE ADAPTING ANCIENT CHINESE WISDOM TO THE BUSINESS WORLD Wee Chou Hou Lan Luh Luh

PRINCIPLES OF MARKETING AN ASIAN CASE BOOK Ang Swee Hoon Lau Geok Theng Leong Siew Meng Prem M Shamdasani Jochen Wirtz

DR SUM CHEE CHUONG (Singapore) Associate Professor PhD, University of Minnesota Operations & supply chain capability development; operations & supply chain strategy; service operations & quality; global operations management; enterprise resource planning (ERP) DR ELIZABETH BOYLE (United States of America) Assistant Professor PhD, New York University Entrepreneurship & industry emergence; organisation theory; strategic entrepreneurship

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new knowledge and frameworks that can be applied in the unique Asian context. Our faculty members are of the highest caliber, and are actively engaged in research and teaching,

DR HUM SIN HOON (Singapore) Associate Professor PhD, University of California JIT schedules, lotsizing models, supply chain models, time-based modelling DR HO YEW KEE (Singapore) Associate Professor PhD, Carnegie Mellon University Accounting & valuation of stock options; financial accounting, accounting regulation; R&D & valuation of firms; valuation of companies DR KULWANT SINGH (Singapore) Professor and Head of Department PhD, The University of Michigan Corporate & technology strategy; inter-firm cooperation & competition; strategies & competitiveness of Singapore-based firms; business strategy in the Asia Pacific DR CHANG SEA-JIN (Korea) Professor PhD, Wharton School, University of Pennsylvania Spillovers & competition among foreign and local firms in China; business groups in East Asia: post-crisis restructuring & new growth; innovations in emerging markets; venture capital financing, strategic alliances & the initial public offering of internet startups; ownership structure, expropriation & economic performance

International Faculty - Best of East and West

Faculty Publications

NUS Business School has a 120-strong faculty who originate from more than 25 different countries around the world.

as well as consulting to businesses and governments worldwide.

With outstanding credentials from top global universities and extensive experience across industries from both Asian and Western countries, they bring fresh perspectives and create

Our faculty comprises many prolific writers who in addition to having their research papers regularly published in leading business journals, have co-authored and published the following books:

Leveraging on their wide industry expertise and academic excellence in research, our faculty are able to engage the

DR ALLAUDEEN HAMEED (Singapore) Professor and Head of Department PhD, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill Asset pricing; international finance; return-based trading strategies DR ANDREW DELIOS (Canada) Associate Professor PhD, University of Western Ontario Foreign entry mode & location strategies; international strategy; Japanese foreign direct investment; survival & performance of foreign subsidiaries DR AUDREY CHIA (Singapore) Associate Professor PhD, University of Texas at Austin Leadership & change: leading transformational & transition in organisations; diversity in organisations: special focus on gender; international HRM: special focus on globalisation of business & its effects on work & family; social & ethical issues in management: application of various perspectives, e.g. culture, decision-making, judgement DR BRIAN H HWARNG (Taiwan) Associate Professor PhD, Arizona State University Neural networks, time series analysis, forecasting; operations management, supply chain management; quality management, statistical process control; system dynamics, simulation modeling DR CHU-CHUN-LIN SINGFAT (Mauritius) Associate Professor & Curriculum Committee Representative PhD, University of British Columbia Brand valuation; time series analysis using state space methods; benchmarking the relative efficiency of organisations using data envelopment analysis (DEA); certificate of entitlement (COE); statistical pedagogy DR ISHTIAQ MAHMOOD (Bangladesh) Associate Professor PhD, Harvard University Innovation; diversification & performance, technological dynamism in Asia, restructuing & new growth; research & development investments; restructuring & new growth

executive audience through the creation of world-class innovative programmes. >>

DR JOCHEN WIRTZ (Germany) Associate Professor & Academic Co-Director, UCLA-NUS EMBA PhD, London Business School Customer feedback systems, customer satisfaction measurement & modeling; opportunistic consumer behaviour; role of affect in satisfaction models; pricing of services & revenue management; service recovery & service guarantees; services marketing DR KAI-ALEXANDER SCHLEVOGT (Germany) Associate Professor PhD, Oxford University Strategic management in emerging markets; chinese economy & businesses; organisational theory DR LAM SWEE SUM (Singapore) Associate Professor PhD, University of Washington Equity analysis & valuation; investment management; venture capital & initial public offerings; private equity & hedge funds; policy risk; corporate governance DR NITIN PANGARKAR (India) Associate Professor & Academic Director, The NUS MBA PhD, University of Michigan Strategic alliances; competition in hightechnology industries; internationalisation strategies of firms from newly industrialising economies DR PREM SHAMDASANI (Singapore) Associate Professor & Academic Director Asia Pacific EMBA Programme & Chairman, Executive Education PhD, University of Southern California Asian marketing practices & perspectives; cross-cultural buying behaviour; environmental marketing; relationship marketing; retail marketing strategy DR RUTH TAN (Singapore) Associate Professor PhD, University of Washington Government-linked companies; mergers & acquisitions; IPO of state owned enterprises; predictability of returns; seasoned equity offerings; CEO ownership

DR MARK GOH (Singapore) Associate Professor PhD, University of Adelaide Supply chain management, purchasing, quality & healthcare, service operations

SERVICES MARKETING Jochen Wirtz

MANAGERIAL ECONOMICS Ivan Png

FAIRNESS IN SELECTING EMPLOYEES Richard D. Arvey

SONY VS SAMSUNG Chang Sea-Jin

INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS: AN ASIA PACIFIC PERSPECTIVE Andrew Delios

SURVIVING THE NEW MILLENIUM : LESSONS FROM THE ASIAN CRISIS Ang Swee Hoon Kulwant Singh

SERVICES MARKETING IN ASIA - A CASE BOOK Jochen Wirtz

FLYING HIGH IN A COMPETITIVE INDUSTRY Jochen Wirtz Nitin Pangarkar

INTRODUCTION TO BUSINESS LAW IN SINGAPORE Ravi Chandran

FINANCIAL MARKETS AND INSTITUTIONS IN SINGAPORE Tan Chwee Huat

FROM CONFORMANCE TO PERFORMANCE Mak Yuen Teen

BUSINESS STRATEGY IN ASIA - A CASEBOOK Kulwant Singh Nitin Pangarkar

ISSUES AND CHALLENGES IN E-COMMERCE: A CASEBOOK Thomson Teo Wong Poh Kam Vivien Lim

ORGANIZATIONAL DYNAMICS OF CREATIVE DESTRUCTION: ENTREPRENEURSHIP AND THE EMERGENCE OF INDUSTRIES Elizabeth Boyle

THE 36 STRATEGIES OF THE CHINESE ADAPTING ANCIENT CHINESE WISDOM TO THE BUSINESS WORLD Wee Chou Hou Lan Luh Luh

PRINCIPLES OF MARKETING AN ASIAN CASE BOOK Ang Swee Hoon Lau Geok Theng Leong Siew Meng Prem M Shamdasani Jochen Wirtz

DR SUM CHEE CHUONG (Singapore) Associate Professor PhD, University of Minnesota Operations & supply chain capability development; operations & supply chain strategy; service operations & quality; global operations management; enterprise resource planning (ERP) DR ELIZABETH BOYLE (United States of America) Assistant Professor PhD, New York University Entrepreneurship & industry emergence; organisation theory; strategic entrepreneurship

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new knowledge and frameworks that can be applied in the unique Asian context. Our faculty members are of the highest caliber, and are actively engaged in research and teaching,

DR HUM SIN HOON (Singapore) Associate Professor PhD, University of California JIT schedules, lotsizing models, supply chain models, time-based modelling DR HO YEW KEE (Singapore) Associate Professor PhD, Carnegie Mellon University Accounting & valuation of stock options; financial accounting, accounting regulation; R&D & valuation of firms; valuation of companies DR KULWANT SINGH (Singapore) Professor and Head of Department PhD, The University of Michigan Corporate & technology strategy; inter-firm cooperation & competition; strategies & competitiveness of Singapore-based firms; business strategy in the Asia Pacific DR CHANG SEA-JIN (Korea) Professor PhD, Wharton School, University of Pennsylvania Spillovers & competition among foreign and local firms in China; business groups in East Asia: post-crisis restructuring & new growth; innovations in emerging markets; venture capital financing, strategic alliances & the initial public offering of internet startups; ownership structure, expropriation & economic performance

"I strongly recommend the programme to all who have business interests in Asia. It was very well-structured, interactive and relevant in the dynamic and fast-changing business environment and enabled me to gain unique insights into the Asian perspective of doing international business. "

Stanford-NUS Executive Programme in International Management STRATEGIC ALLIANCES, GLOBAL PARTNERSHIPS, FOREIGN MARKETS. Businesses today operate in an international environment. Yet, while basic principles of management are universal, they are often interpreted and applied differently in different parts of the world.

Mr Nikolai Sapounov President Rasco United States of America

Combining the best of Western and Eastern schools of thought, this programme offers valuable management theories and practices from the United States, with the added benefit of Asian perspectives, to give you a strong competitive edge. You

CORE FOCUS

WHO SHOULD ATTEND?

Finance

•

Senior executives with significant responsibility of driving business internationally and in the Pacific Rim

•

Senior executives of international companies that have joint ventures with Asian partners, or with Asian responsibilities

•

Participants must have eight or more years of significant management experience, and have an interest in management theory and practices in an international context

•

Cash Flow, Valuation & Investment Decisions

•

Earnings Quality Management

•

International Project Analysis

•

Valuation in Asia

Leadership & Change •

Cultural Intelligence & Global Leadership

•

Managing Global Teams

HOW WILL YOU BENEFIT?

•

Organisational Architecture & Culture

This intensive two-week programme will enable you to:

•

Organisational Identity & Authenticity

•

•

Regulatory Challenges in China

Incorporate fundamental concepts and the latest insights on management strategy to achieve competitive advantage

•

Strategic Negotiations

•

•

Strategy, Social Responsibility & the Business Environment

Use tools to improve your analytical and behavioural skills, and ultimately enhance your leadership abilities in your organisation

•

The Common Law & Torts

•

Gain a deeper understanding of differences in culture and management practices in the East and West

•

Develop a strong network of experienced managers from different industries and countries

Marketing - Global & Asian Perspectives •

Building a Global Brand

•

Decommoditising Through Branding

•

Marketing in Asia

•

New Product Market & Brand Extension

•

Value-Based Market Paradigms

Supply Chain Integration •

Constructing a Productive Team

•

Supply Chain Management & Strategy

TYPICAL CLASS PROFILE Australia Bahrain China Denmark Ghana Hong Kong Indonesia Japan Malaysia Myanmar Netherlands New Zealand Nigeria Saudi Arabia Singapore Sweden Thailand United States Vietnam

PROGRAMME DIRECTORS

PROFESSOR GLENN R. CARROLL • Lawrence W. Lane Professor of Organisational Behaviour and Change • Professor of Sociology (by courtesy), School of Humanities and Sciences • Stanford Graduate School of Business Professor Carroll pioneered the study of population dynamics in organisations. He is also known for his work in the areas of industrial development, strategic management, and organisational and industrial evolution.

DR PREM SHAMDASANI • Associate Professor of Marketing and Chairman (Executive Education), NUS Business School • Academic Director, Asia-Pacific Executive (APEX) MBA Programme • Director, Samsung - NUS Executive Programmes • PhD, University of Southern California, Los Angeles Dr Shamdasani's research and teaching interests include brand management, new product marketing, retail strategy, relationship marketing, and crosscultural consumer behaviour.

PROFESSOR SEUNGJIN WHANG • Jagdeep and Roshni Singh Professor of Operations, Information, and Technology, Stanford Graduate School of Business • Co-Director, the Stanford Global Supply Chain Management Forum Professor Whang specialises in information management, performance measurement and incentives, logistics, economics, and supply chain management.

DATES & FEES Participants are strongly encouraged to apply at least two months in advance. Applications received after deadline will be considered on space availability.

15 - 29 August 2009 (Singapore) US$ 16,000 per participant (subject to prevailing GST)

Application deadline : 3 August 2009

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will also enjoy the unique opportunity to interact with and learn from leading faculty from two distinguished business schools at opposite sides of the Pacific Rim. >>

"I strongly recommend the programme to all who have business interests in Asia. It was very well-structured, interactive and relevant in the dynamic and fast-changing business environment and enabled me to gain unique insights into the Asian perspective of doing international business. "

Stanford-NUS Executive Programme in International Management STRATEGIC ALLIANCES, GLOBAL PARTNERSHIPS, FOREIGN MARKETS. Businesses today operate in an international environment. Yet, while basic principles of management are universal, they are often interpreted and applied differently in different parts of the world.

Mr Nikolai Sapounov President Rasco United States of America

Combining the best of Western and Eastern schools of thought, this programme offers valuable management theories and practices from the United States, with the added benefit of Asian perspectives, to give you a strong competitive edge. You

CORE FOCUS

WHO SHOULD ATTEND?

Finance

•

Senior executives with significant responsibility of driving business internationally and in the Pacific Rim

•

Senior executives of international companies that have joint ventures with Asian partners, or with Asian responsibilities

•

Participants must have eight or more years of significant management experience, and have an interest in management theory and practices in an international context

•

Cash Flow, Valuation & Investment Decisions

•

Earnings Quality Management

•

International Project Analysis

•

Valuation in Asia

Leadership & Change •

Cultural Intelligence & Global Leadership

•

Managing Global Teams

HOW WILL YOU BENEFIT?

•

Organisational Architecture & Culture

This intensive two-week programme will enable you to:

•

Organisational Identity & Authenticity

•

•

Regulatory Challenges in China

Incorporate fundamental concepts and the latest insights on management strategy to achieve competitive advantage

•

Strategic Negotiations

•

•

Strategy, Social Responsibility & the Business Environment

Use tools to improve your analytical and behavioural skills, and ultimately enhance your leadership abilities in your organisation

•

The Common Law & Torts

•

Gain a deeper understanding of differences in culture and management practices in the East and West

•

Develop a strong network of experienced managers from different industries and countries

Marketing - Global & Asian Perspectives •

Building a Global Brand

•

Decommoditising Through Branding

•

Marketing in Asia

•

New Product Market & Brand Extension

•

Value-Based Market Paradigms

Supply Chain Integration •

Constructing a Productive Team

•

Supply Chain Management & Strategy

TYPICAL CLASS PROFILE Australia Bahrain China Denmark Ghana Hong Kong Indonesia Japan Malaysia Myanmar Netherlands New Zealand Nigeria Saudi Arabia Singapore Sweden Thailand United States Vietnam

PROGRAMME DIRECTORS

PROFESSOR GLENN R. CARROLL • Lawrence W. Lane Professor of Organisational Behaviour and Change • Professor of Sociology (by courtesy), School of Humanities and Sciences • Stanford Graduate School of Business Professor Carroll pioneered the study of population dynamics in organisations. He is also known for his work in the areas of industrial development, strategic management, and organisational and industrial evolution.

DR PREM SHAMDASANI • Associate Professor of Marketing and Chairman (Executive Education), NUS Business School • Academic Director, Asia-Pacific Executive (APEX) MBA Programme • Director, Samsung - NUS Executive Programmes • PhD, University of Southern California, Los Angeles Dr Shamdasani's research and teaching interests include brand management, new product marketing, retail strategy, relationship marketing, and crosscultural consumer behaviour.

PROFESSOR SEUNGJIN WHANG • Jagdeep and Roshni Singh Professor of Operations, Information, and Technology, Stanford Graduate School of Business • Co-Director, the Stanford Global Supply Chain Management Forum Professor Whang specialises in information management, performance measurement and incentives, logistics, economics, and supply chain management.

DATES & FEES Participants are strongly encouraged to apply at least two months in advance. Applications received after deadline will be considered on space availability.

15 - 29 August 2009 (Singapore) US$ 16,000 per participant (subject to prevailing GST)

Application deadline : 3 August 2009

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will also enjoy the unique opportunity to interact with and learn from leading faculty from two distinguished business schools at opposite sides of the Pacific Rim. >>

Advanced Management Programme

"Conducted in a conducive learning environment, the Advanced Management Programme was welldesigned and very beneficial with good coverage on contemporary challenges of businesses going global, succinct discussion on value based marketing, strategic analysis and achieving operational excellence."

BUILDING COMPETITIVE ADVANTAGE IN ASIA This unparalleled advanced management programme focuses on integrating key concepts of modern day management with strategic business practices. The mission - to drive your performance and build your organisation's competitive advantage

Mr John Lau Chief Financial Officer Abacus International Singapore

in the Asian marketplace. Offering an innovative perspective of global and Asian business, you will develop expertise in guiding the alignment of strategy,

CORE FOCUS

HOW WILL YOU BENEFIT?

Innovation

The programme engages you in a comprehensive, integrated curriculum that will enable you to:

•

Building the Innovation Ecosystem

•

Sources of Innovation

•

Rethink business models, strategy and processes to adapt to the Asian environment

•

Enhance your decision-making capability and respond to the competitive global challenges in the Asia-Pacific region

•

Broaden and sharpen your perspectives with respect to important social, cultural, political, and economic factors that influence the business environment

Finance & Accounting •

Cash Flow Management

•

Earnings Quality

•

Meeting New Corporate Reporting Challenges

•

Enhance your management skills in the areas of functional expertise, and cultivating shared values, teamwork, and ethical leadership

•

Manage change, global teams and cross cultural diversity

•

Formulate and implement strategies for competitive advantage and value creation

Marketing & Branding •

Developing Strong Brands

•

Understanding the Asian Consumer in the Global Marketplace

Services Strategy & Operations •

Customer Feedback & Service Culture

•

Designing Services for Profitability & Efficiency

•

Managing Customer Loyalty

Strategy & Competition •

Key Drivers of Strategy

•

Strategy in Asia

WHO SHOULD ATTEND? Senior executives with leadership positions and those identified as part of the company's succession plan with significant responsibility for strategic decision-making, including: •

Members of the Executive Committee

•

Heads of a Business Unit

•

Senior Functional Heads

•

Participants must have eight or more years of significant managerial experience

TYPICAL CLASS PROFILE Bhutan China Hong Kong Indonesia Iran Korea Kuwait Malaysia Maldives Nigeria Pakistan Saudi Arabia Singapore Sri Lanka

PROGRAMME DIRECTOR

DR PREM SHAMDASANI • Associate Professor of Marketing and Chairman (Executive Education), NUS Business School • Academic Director, Asia-Pacific Executive (APEX) MBA Programme • Programme Co-Director, Stanford-NUS Executive Programme in International Management • Director, Samsung - NUS Executive Programmes • PhD, University of Southern California, Los Angeles

Having taught in the USA as well as Singapore, Dr Shamdasani has received numerous commendations and awards for teaching excellence. He is also very active in executive development and consulting for corporate clients such as Caterpillar, Johnson & Johnson, L'Oreal, Nokia, Samsung, Microsoft, IBM, DuPont, Philips, Siemens, Royal Brunei Airlines, Singapore Airlines, Roche Shanghai, GlaxoSmithKline, B.Braun, Deutsche Bank, MCL Land, Daimler Chrysler, IKEA, Carrefour, Danone, Singapore Tourism Board, MINDEF, and many others. He is also an external resource expert on marketing, branding and retailing to various companies and government agencies such as IE Singapore, the Prime Minister's Office, Hagemeyer, United Parcel Service, Singapore Telecom, MobileOne, Economic Development Board and BusinessWeek's forums. His research and teaching interests include brand management, new product marketing, retail strategy, relationship and cross-cultural consumer behaviour. His works have been published in leading journals. >>

DATES & FEES Participants are strongly encouraged to apply at least two months in advance. Applications received after deadline will be considered on space availability.

02 - 13 November 2009 S$ 12,800 per participant (subject to prevailing GST)

Application deadline : 2 October 2009

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marketing, finance, organisation and processes. This programme will also recharge and refine your personal management style for more effective leadership. Inspired by the vision to fulfill the expanding responsibilities of senior executive management, it will also position you to drive action throughout your company to sustain performance. >>

Advanced Management Programme

"Conducted in a conducive learning environment, the Advanced Management Programme was welldesigned and very beneficial with good coverage on contemporary challenges of businesses going global, succinct discussion on value based marketing, strategic analysis and achieving operational excellence."

BUILDING COMPETITIVE ADVANTAGE IN ASIA This unparalleled advanced management programme focuses on integrating key concepts of modern day management with strategic business practices. The mission - to drive your performance and build your organisation's competitive advantage

Mr John Lau Chief Financial Officer Abacus International Singapore

in the Asian marketplace. Offering an innovative perspective of global and Asian business, you will develop expertise in guiding the alignment of strategy,

CORE FOCUS

HOW WILL YOU BENEFIT?

Innovation

The programme engages you in a comprehensive, integrated curriculum that will enable you to:

•

Building the Innovation Ecosystem

•

Sources of Innovation

•

Rethink business models, strategy and processes to adapt to the Asian environment

•

Enhance your decision-making capability and respond to the competitive global challenges in the Asia-Pacific region

•

Broaden and sharpen your perspectives with respect to important social, cultural, political, and economic factors that influence the business environment

Finance & Accounting •

Cash Flow Management

•

Earnings Quality

•

Meeting New Corporate Reporting Challenges

•

Enhance your management skills in the areas of functional expertise, and cultivating shared values, teamwork, and ethical leadership

•

Manage change, global teams and cross cultural diversity

•

Formulate and implement strategies for competitive advantage and value creation

Marketing & Branding •

Developing Strong Brands

•

Understanding the Asian Consumer in the Global Marketplace

Services Strategy & Operations •

Customer Feedback & Service Culture

•

Designing Services for Profitability & Efficiency

•

Managing Customer Loyalty

Strategy & Competition •

Key Drivers of Strategy

•

Strategy in Asia

WHO SHOULD ATTEND? Senior executives with leadership positions and those identified as part of the company's succession plan with significant responsibility for strategic decision-making, including: •

Members of the Executive Committee

•

Heads of a Business Unit

•

Senior Functional Heads

•

Participants must have eight or more years of significant managerial experience

TYPICAL CLASS PROFILE Bhutan China Hong Kong Indonesia Iran Korea Kuwait Malaysia Maldives Nigeria Pakistan Saudi Arabia Singapore Sri Lanka

PROGRAMME DIRECTOR

DR PREM SHAMDASANI • Associate Professor of Marketing and Chairman (Executive Education), NUS Business School • Academic Director, Asia-Pacific Executive (APEX) MBA Programme • Programme Co-Director, Stanford-NUS Executive Programme in International Management • Director, Samsung - NUS Executive Programmes • PhD, University of Southern California, Los Angeles

Having taught in the USA as well as Singapore, Dr Shamdasani has received numerous commendations and awards for teaching excellence. He is also very active in executive development and consulting for corporate clients such as Caterpillar, Johnson & Johnson, L'Oreal, Nokia, Samsung, Microsoft, IBM, DuPont, Philips, Siemens, Royal Brunei Airlines, Singapore Airlines, Roche Shanghai, GlaxoSmithKline, B.Braun, Deutsche Bank, MCL Land, Daimler Chrysler, IKEA, Carrefour, Danone, Singapore Tourism Board, MINDEF, and many others. He is also an external resource expert on marketing, branding and retailing to various companies and government agencies such as IE Singapore, the Prime Minister's Office, Hagemeyer, United Parcel Service, Singapore Telecom, MobileOne, Economic Development Board and BusinessWeek's forums. His research and teaching interests include brand management, new product marketing, retail strategy, relationship and cross-cultural consumer behaviour. His works have been published in leading journals. >>

DATES & FEES Participants are strongly encouraged to apply at least two months in advance. Applications received after deadline will be considered on space availability.

02 - 13 November 2009 S$ 12,800 per participant (subject to prevailing GST)

Application deadline : 2 October 2009

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marketing, finance, organisation and processes. This programme will also recharge and refine your personal management style for more effective leadership. Inspired by the vision to fulfill the expanding responsibilities of senior executive management, it will also position you to drive action throughout your company to sustain performance. >>

"The NUS approach was excitingly refreshing. The creative use of case studies made it easy to internalise the key learning points. The blend of theory and practical sessions brought the classroom to the work place with facilitators delivering not only the current issues in the local, regional and global environment, but also projecting what to expect in the future. My expectations were met and exceeded."

General Management Programme THE DYNAMICS OF MANAGEMENT When making the transition to a general management role, managers need to be acutely aware of how their behaviour and decisions have an impact on key stakeholders.

Mr Emmanuel Akinola Odedina Group Head, Audit & Risk Management Consolidated Discounts Ltd Nigeria

This programme is designed to confer problem-solving toolkits for all functional areas, such as corporate strategy, marketing, human resources, finance, accounting, and operations. Specially designed within the Asian business context, the programme sharpens analytical skills with a powerful suite of tools that will enhance the effectiveness of decision-making and optimise

PROGRAMME DIRECTOR

the use of resources in all managerial responsibilities. >>

Decision Analytics

Strategic Frameworks & Thinking

•

Analytical Tools for Decision-Making

•

Formulation & Execution of Strategies

•

Resource Optimisation

•

Building Capabilities to Enhance & Protect Competitive Advantage

Marketing in Asia •

Understanding the Asian Consumer

•

Strategic Marketing Management

DR SUM SEE CHUONG • Associate Professor, NUS Business School • PhD, University of Minnesota

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CORE FOCUS

WHO SHOULD ATTEND? Managers and executives who hold senior positions in functional areas, or who have recently been promoted to general management responsibilities.

HOW WILL YOU BENEFIT? Strategic Human Resource Management

This two-week programme will enable you to: •

Understand how company strategy drives important functional choices

•

Implement problem-solving techniques across all functional areas

Strategic Financial Management

•

Develop a shared knowledge of the Asian business context

•

Financial Analysis, Modeling & Valuation

•

Establish networks and gain insights from the experiences of fellow participants from diverse industries and countries

•

Financial Decision-Making & Resource Allocation

•

Leading Organisational Change & Learning

•

Power, Leadership & Managing Talents

Dr Sum is currently Area-Coordinator of the Operations and Supply Chain Management Group in the Decision Sciences Department. He was formerly Co-Academic Director of the NUS MBA programme. An active consultant and executive trainer, Dr Sum has serviced private and public organisations such as SIA, IBM, Shell, IKEA, Kaifa (Shenzhen), APP (Indonesia), Singapore Confederation of Industries, Ministry of Health, Ministry of Defence, Chartered Institute of Transport (Singapore), and Singapore Technologies Logistics. His current research interests are in the development of operations and supply chain capabilities, Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP), operations strategy, and global operations management. His research has appeared in leading international journals such as Decision Sciences, Journal of Operations Management, IIE (Trans), European Journal of Operational Research, and Omega. Before joining academia, Dr Sum worked as an information systems officer in a computer organisation and an engineer in an aerospace company. >>

TYPICAL CLASS PROFILE Operations Management •

Linking Operational Process to Strategy

•

Managing Supply Chain for Competitive Advantage

Bangladesh Bhutan Germany Ghana India Indonesia Japan Kuwait Malaysia Maldives Nigeria Pakistan Philippines Singapore South Africa Sri Lanka Taiwan Thailand Vietnam

DATES & FEES

Participants are strongly encouraged to apply at least two months in advance. Applications received after deadline will be considered on space availability.

• 16 - 27 February 2009 • 1 - 12 June 2009 • 19 - 30 October 2009 S$ 7,880 per participant (subject to prevailing GST)

Application deadline : One month before commencement of programme

"The NUS approach was excitingly refreshing. The creative use of case studies made it easy to internalise the key learning points. The blend of theory and practical sessions brought the classroom to the work place with facilitators delivering not only the current issues in the local, regional and global environment, but also projecting what to expect in the future. My expectations were met and exceeded."

General Management Programme THE DYNAMICS OF MANAGEMENT When making the transition to a general management role, managers need to be acutely aware of how their behaviour and decisions have an impact on key stakeholders.

Mr Emmanuel Akinola Odedina Group Head, Audit & Risk Management Consolidated Discounts Ltd Nigeria

This programme is designed to confer problem-solving toolkits for all functional areas, such as corporate strategy, marketing, human resources, finance, accounting, and operations. Specially designed within the Asian business context, the programme sharpens analytical skills with a powerful suite of tools that will enhance the effectiveness of decision-making and optimise

PROGRAMME DIRECTOR

the use of resources in all managerial responsibilities. >>

Decision Analytics

Strategic Frameworks & Thinking

•

Analytical Tools for Decision-Making

•

Formulation & Execution of Strategies

•

Resource Optimisation

•

Building Capabilities to Enhance & Protect Competitive Advantage

Marketing in Asia •

Understanding the Asian Consumer

•

Strategic Marketing Management

DR SUM SEE CHUONG • Associate Professor, NUS Business School • PhD, University of Minnesota

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CORE FOCUS

WHO SHOULD ATTEND? Managers and executives who hold senior positions in functional areas, or who have recently been promoted to general management responsibilities.

HOW WILL YOU BENEFIT? Strategic Human Resource Management

This two-week programme will enable you to: •

Understand how company strategy drives important functional choices

•

Implement problem-solving techniques across all functional areas

Strategic Financial Management

•

Develop a shared knowledge of the Asian business context

•

Financial Analysis, Modeling & Valuation

•

Establish networks and gain insights from the experiences of fellow participants from diverse industries and countries

•

Financial Decision-Making & Resource Allocation

•

Leading Organisational Change & Learning

•

Power, Leadership & Managing Talents

Dr Sum is currently Area-Coordinator of the Operations and Supply Chain Management Group in the Decision Sciences Department. He was formerly Co-Academic Director of the NUS MBA programme. An active consultant and executive trainer, Dr Sum has serviced private and public organisations such as SIA, IBM, Shell, IKEA, Kaifa (Shenzhen), APP (Indonesia), Singapore Confederation of Industries, Ministry of Health, Ministry of Defence, Chartered Institute of Transport (Singapore), and Singapore Technologies Logistics. His current research interests are in the development of operations and supply chain capabilities, Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP), operations strategy, and global operations management. His research has appeared in leading international journals such as Decision Sciences, Journal of Operations Management, IIE (Trans), European Journal of Operational Research, and Omega. Before joining academia, Dr Sum worked as an information systems officer in a computer organisation and an engineer in an aerospace company. >>

TYPICAL CLASS PROFILE Operations Management •

Linking Operational Process to Strategy

•

Managing Supply Chain for Competitive Advantage

Bangladesh Bhutan Germany Ghana India Indonesia Japan Kuwait Malaysia Maldives Nigeria Pakistan Philippines Singapore South Africa Sri Lanka Taiwan Thailand Vietnam

DATES & FEES

Participants are strongly encouraged to apply at least two months in advance. Applications received after deadline will be considered on space availability.

• 16 - 27 February 2009 • 1 - 12 June 2009 • 19 - 30 October 2009 S$ 7,880 per participant (subject to prevailing GST)

Application deadline : One month before commencement of programme

"I found a lot of value in the programme as it really enriches the mind. It puts you through a number of exercises that really stretch things that you knew from the past - the things that you probably need to revisit. The opportunity to meet a diverse group of peers across cultures, industries and governments is just fantastic. To make these types of relationships and to learn at the same time, you can't get any better than that!"

Leadership Development Programme INSPIRING PERFORMANCE: DEVELOPING THE LEADER IN YOU At the heart of all great organisations are the people who drive the organisation's purpose and it's success - the people who need to lead themselves and others. Combined with competitive pressures and the constant need to adapt and change, the demands of strong leadership at every level of an organisation are essential to its strategic alignment, effectiveness and success.

ACHIEVING SELF-AWARENESS A key differentiator of this programme is the use of a comprehensive 360 degree feedback instrument. Supporting the feedback will be a personality profiling tool that will measure your behavioural and working style as it relates to performance. Together, these tools will provide an assessment of your effectiveness as a leader. Professional facilitators will help interpret and integrate the assessments and provide a personalised reflective experience, both in small group sharing sessions and oneon-one. The facilitators will also assist you in designing an action plan to develop the capabilities needed to be a more effective leader. >> CORE FOCUS

WHO SHOULD ATTEND?

This programme addresses the following focus areas of leadership that will be directly applicable to the context of each participant:

•

Understanding the changes in the workplace that have been a result of globalisation and technological advances that have created a demand for a new generation of leaders

Enhancing Effectiveness •

Developing leadership skills to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of your team in achieving the organisation's strategic objectives and goals

Anchoring Influence •

Developing and applying constructive and personal styles of persuasion, which is an essential ingredient of leading and driving initiatives

Coaching High Performance •

The importance of coaching as a leadership tool in motivating performance and achieving results

Decision-Making •

Dr Chia teaches courses in management, organisational issues and leadership at various levels. She has held several positions including Vice Dean of the University Scholars Programme, Sub-Dean of NUS Business School, and Acting Director of the American Studies Centre.

HOW WILL YOU BENEFIT? This programme will enable you to: •

Develop a detailed understanding of your leadership style and your impact on others

•

Develop new skills to effectively negotiate and increase your influence in the workplace

•

Motivate excellence and innovation in others

•

Develop skills to manage resistance to change

•

Effectively lead challenging circumstances arising from change

Dr Chia has conducted Executive Education programmes, consulted for or given talks to companies such as Asahi Glass, Astra, Bridgestone, DHL, Maersk, McDonald's, Elf Aquitane (now Total Fina Elf), Panasonic, Schenker-Bax Global, Samsung, Telenor and Royal Brunei Airlines. Dr Chia has received university achievement awards, faculty awards and numerous commendations for excellence in teaching, including the University Teaching Excellence Award and the Outstanding Educator Award. Her research interests include leadership and change, diversity in organisations, international human resource management, and social and ethical issues in management. >>

TYPICAL CLASS PROFILE China Kuwait Maldives Philippines Sri Lanka Singapore UAE Vietnam

Understanding the nature of human decision-making and developing the skills for effective team decisions

Transformational Leadership •

DR AUDREY CHIA • Associate Professor, NUS Business School • PhD, University of Texas at Austin

High impact middle managers who need to successfully develop their leadership abilities to manage teams and drive performance while moving into a broader and more strategic role in their organisations.

The Evolving Roles of Leaders •

PROGRAMME DIRECTOR

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This programme provides exposure to a spectrum of leadership frameworks and facilitates a reflective experience for each participant concerning their approach to leading and the capabilities they need to develop as leaders.

Mr Dennis W Rose Vice President Pacific Citrix Systems Hong Kong

Leading change and developing individual transformational leadership skills

DATES & FEES Participants are strongly encouraged to apply at least two months in advance. Applications received after deadline will be considered on space availability.

13 - 17 July 2009 S$ 6,880 per participant (subject to prevailing GST)

Application deadline : 13 June 2008

"I found a lot of value in the programme as it really enriches the mind. It puts you through a number of exercises that really stretch things that you knew from the past - the things that you probably need to revisit. The opportunity to meet a diverse group of peers across cultures, industries and governments is just fantastic. To make these types of relationships and to learn at the same time, you can't get any better than that!"

Leadership Development Programme INSPIRING PERFORMANCE: DEVELOPING THE LEADER IN YOU At the heart of all great organisations are the people who drive the organisation's purpose and it's success - the people who need to lead themselves and others. Combined with competitive pressures and the constant need to adapt and change, the demands of strong leadership at every level of an organisation are essential to its strategic alignment, effectiveness and success.

ACHIEVING SELF-AWARENESS A key differentiator of this programme is the use of a comprehensive 360 degree feedback instrument. Supporting the feedback will be a personality profiling tool that will measure your behavioural and working style as it relates to performance. Together, these tools will provide an assessment of your effectiveness as a leader. Professional facilitators will help interpret and integrate the assessments and provide a personalised reflective experience, both in small group sharing sessions and oneon-one. The facilitators will also assist you in designing an action plan to develop the capabilities needed to be a more effective leader. >> CORE FOCUS

WHO SHOULD ATTEND?

This programme addresses the following focus areas of leadership that will be directly applicable to the context of each participant:

•

Understanding the changes in the workplace that have been a result of globalisation and technological advances that have created a demand for a new generation of leaders

Enhancing Effectiveness •

Developing leadership skills to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of your team in achieving the organisation's strategic objectives and goals

Anchoring Influence •

Developing and applying constructive and personal styles of persuasion, which is an essential ingredient of leading and driving initiatives

Coaching High Performance •

The importance of coaching as a leadership tool in motivating performance and achieving results

Decision-Making •

Dr Chia teaches courses in management, organisational issues and leadership at various levels. She has held several positions including Vice Dean of the University Scholars Programme, Sub-Dean of NUS Business School, and Acting Director of the American Studies Centre.

HOW WILL YOU BENEFIT? This programme will enable you to: •

Develop a detailed understanding of your leadership style and your impact on others

•

Develop new skills to effectively negotiate and increase your influence in the workplace

•

Motivate excellence and innovation in others

•

Develop skills to manage resistance to change

•

Effectively lead challenging circumstances arising from change

Dr Chia has conducted Executive Education programmes, consulted for or given talks to companies such as Asahi Glass, Astra, Bridgestone, DHL, Maersk, McDonald's, Elf Aquitane (now Total Fina Elf), Panasonic, Schenker-Bax Global, Samsung, Telenor and Royal Brunei Airlines. Dr Chia has received university achievement awards, faculty awards and numerous commendations for excellence in teaching, including the University Teaching Excellence Award and the Outstanding Educator Award. Her research interests include leadership and change, diversity in organisations, international human resource management, and social and ethical issues in management. >>

TYPICAL CLASS PROFILE China Kuwait Maldives Philippines Sri Lanka Singapore UAE Vietnam

Understanding the nature of human decision-making and developing the skills for effective team decisions

Transformational Leadership •

DR AUDREY CHIA • Associate Professor, NUS Business School • PhD, University of Texas at Austin

High impact middle managers who need to successfully develop their leadership abilities to manage teams and drive performance while moving into a broader and more strategic role in their organisations.

The Evolving Roles of Leaders •

PROGRAMME DIRECTOR

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This programme provides exposure to a spectrum of leadership frameworks and facilitates a reflective experience for each participant concerning their approach to leading and the capabilities they need to develop as leaders.

Mr Dennis W Rose Vice President Pacific Citrix Systems Hong Kong

Leading change and developing individual transformational leadership skills

DATES & FEES Participants are strongly encouraged to apply at least two months in advance. Applications received after deadline will be considered on space availability.

13 - 17 July 2009 S$ 6,880 per participant (subject to prevailing GST)

Application deadline : 13 June 2008

Strategic Management Programme

"Taking part in the NUS Business School Strategic Management Programme has really helped me to plan and deliver work more effectively by understanding how different organisations have improved performance."

DEVELOPING & IMPLEMENTING STRATEGIES FOR THE NEW MILLENIUM

Mr Ben Phillips South Asia Campaigns and Policy Manager Oxfam India

The constant evolution of today's global economy demands that businesses employ innovative strategic analysis and formulation to stay one-step ahead of the competition. This programme adopts a practical, problem solving approach to strategic issues and challenges. It will couple the introduction of relevant concepts and analytical tools with application to real-world problems in a variety of industries and contexts.

CORE FOCUS

HOW WILL YOU BENEFIT?

•

Strategy Frameworks: Key Analytical Tools in Strategy Formulation

Through discussions, group breakout and presentations, case studies and sharing of best practices, you will:

•

Analysing Strategies & Competition in Various Industries

•

•

Managing Global Strategy & Market Entry

Acquire an in-depth understanding of the key analytical tools used in strategy formulation

•

Balanced Scorecard: Designing, Diagnostics & Implementation

•

Benefit from a holistic decision-making and creative thinking process

•

Global and Regional Environment & Perspectives

•

Understand the application of the strategic analysis tools to the problems and issues faced within industries

•

Strategies for Growth: Alliance & Joint Venture

•

Be exposed to diverse perspectives for analysing strategic problems

WHO SHOULD ATTEND?

•

Experienced senior-level managers who currently hold or will hold responsibility for strategic planning and decision-making in their organisations, including:

Gain an insight into the best practices in strategy formulation and implementation

•

Experience a visible impact in terms of creative and breakthrough strategies

•

Vice Presidents

•

General Managers

•

Corporate and Business Planners

•

Directors of functional areas in marketing, operations, and finance

PROGRAMME DIRECTOR

DR NITIN PANGARKAR • Associate Professor of Business Policy, NUS Business School • PhD, University of Michigan

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Contextualised to the Asia Pacific business environment, it explores and discusses a variety of analytical tools and strategic initiatives that address issues of organisational performance. >>

Dr Pangarkar teaches strategy and international business courses in the BBA, MBA and Executive MBA programmes at the National University of Singapore. He has been a faculty member in several executive development programmes at NUS including the General Management Programme, the Strategic Management Programme and the Commonwealth Top Managers Programme. Recognised by both students and fellow faculty for his excellent work, Dr Pangarkar has been the recipient of several awards for superior teaching and service. He has also been an invited speaker for several managerial conferences as well as a consultant to many companies such as Alliant Tecsystems, DuPont, IBC Asia, IQPC Worldwide and Vidarbha Chamber of Commerce.

TYPICAL CLASS PROFILE

Australia Bhutan China Denmark Hong kong India Japan Kuwait Maldives Philippines Saudi Arabia Singapore Sri Lanka

His research interests lie in strategic management and international business - specifically cross-border strategic alliances, mode of entry and global strategy. Dr Pangarkar's research has been published in the form of several international journal articles, conference proceedings, cases, and book chapters. >>

DATES & FEES

Participants are strongly encouraged to apply at least two months in advance. Applications received after deadline will be considered on space availability.

• 20 - 24 April 2009 • 14 - 18 September 2009 S$ 5,880 per participant (subject to prevailing GST)

Application deadline : One month before commencement of programme

Strategic Management Programme

"Taking part in the NUS Business School Strategic Management Programme has really helped me to plan and deliver work more effectively by understanding how different organisations have improved performance."

DEVELOPING & IMPLEMENTING STRATEGIES FOR THE NEW MILLENIUM

Mr Ben Phillips South Asia Campaigns and Policy Manager Oxfam India

The constant evolution of today's global economy demands that businesses employ innovative strategic analysis and formulation to stay one-step ahead of the competition. This programme adopts a practical, problem solving approach to strategic issues and challenges. It will couple the introduction of relevant concepts and analytical tools with application to real-world problems in a variety of industries and contexts.

CORE FOCUS

HOW WILL YOU BENEFIT?

•

Strategy Frameworks: Key Analytical Tools in Strategy Formulation

Through discussions, group breakout and presentations, case studies and sharing of best practices, you will:

•

Analysing Strategies & Competition in Various Industries

•

•

Managing Global Strategy & Market Entry

Acquire an in-depth understanding of the key analytical tools used in strategy formulation

•

Balanced Scorecard: Designing, Diagnostics & Implementation

•

Benefit from a holistic decision-making and creative thinking process

•

Global and Regional Environment & Perspectives

•

Understand the application of the strategic analysis tools to the problems and issues faced within industries

•

Strategies for Growth: Alliance & Joint Venture

•

Be exposed to diverse perspectives for analysing strategic problems

WHO SHOULD ATTEND?

•

Experienced senior-level managers who currently hold or will hold responsibility for strategic planning and decision-making in their organisations, including:

Gain an insight into the best practices in strategy formulation and implementation

•

Experience a visible impact in terms of creative and breakthrough strategies

•

Vice Presidents

•

General Managers

•

Corporate and Business Planners

•

Directors of functional areas in marketing, operations, and finance

PROGRAMME DIRECTOR

DR NITIN PANGARKAR • Associate Professor of Business Policy, NUS Business School • PhD, University of Michigan

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Contextualised to the Asia Pacific business environment, it explores and discusses a variety of analytical tools and strategic initiatives that address issues of organisational performance. >>

Dr Pangarkar teaches strategy and international business courses in the BBA, MBA and Executive MBA programmes at the National University of Singapore. He has been a faculty member in several executive development programmes at NUS including the General Management Programme, the Strategic Management Programme and the Commonwealth Top Managers Programme. Recognised by both students and fellow faculty for his excellent work, Dr Pangarkar has been the recipient of several awards for superior teaching and service. He has also been an invited speaker for several managerial conferences as well as a consultant to many companies such as Alliant Tecsystems, DuPont, IBC Asia, IQPC Worldwide and Vidarbha Chamber of Commerce.

TYPICAL CLASS PROFILE

Australia Bhutan China Denmark Hong kong India Japan Kuwait Maldives Philippines Saudi Arabia Singapore Sri Lanka

His research interests lie in strategic management and international business - specifically cross-border strategic alliances, mode of entry and global strategy. Dr Pangarkar's research has been published in the form of several international journal articles, conference proceedings, cases, and book chapters. >>

DATES & FEES

Participants are strongly encouraged to apply at least two months in advance. Applications received after deadline will be considered on space availability.

• 20 - 24 April 2009 • 14 - 18 September 2009 S$ 5,880 per participant (subject to prevailing GST)

Application deadline : One month before commencement of programme

"The programme has helped me to understand fundamental financial concepts and has enabled me to perform effective financial analysis. The mix of participants from different professions and countries adds depth and provides a practical perspective".

Accounting and Finance for Non-Financial Managers UNDERSTANDING THE ESSENTIALS OF FINANCE Increasingly, managers in every functional area need to understand the basic principles of finance in order to improve the effectiveness of their operations and strategy.

Mr Kenneth Lim Senior Vice President, Market Operations, IT Energy Market Company Singapore

By empowering non-financial managers with a framework of essential financial terminology, concepts and applications, this programme will enable you to analyse and interpret commonly used financial information in making business decisions and working more effectively with the financial managers of your organisation. As the emphasis is on the application and understanding of financial information rather than its preparation, the programme will enable you to communicate finance related matters more effectively, understand the performance metrics of the organisation, read and use company reports, and

CORE FOCUS

WHO SHOULD ATTEND?

Appraise corporate investments

Executives who make or contribute to decisions with significant financial implications, including:

Internal Rate of Return

•

Net Present Value

•

Payback

•

Managers with profit-and-loss responsibility

•

Managers in marketing, operations, human resources, and engineering

•

No background in finance is required

Equity valuation •

Balance Sheet Models

•

Price Earning Ratios

Benchmarks

•

Performance Measures

Short-term financing •

Accruals

•

Secured & Unsecured Loans

•

Trade Credit

Understand and interpret financial statements: •

Accounting for Key Financial Statement Items

•

Balance Sheet, Income Statement & Cash Flow Statement

•

Creative Accounting

•

Ratio Analysis

Use cost information for decision-making and performance evaluation •

Breakeven Analysis

•

Overhead Allocation Issues

•

Types of Performance Measure

Dr Tan teaches business finance, personal finance, corporate finance, and financial markets. She received the Faculty Outstanding Educator Award in 2003, and Recognition for Excellence as Outstanding Educator in 2004. She was also listed as an excellent teacher in the "The NUS Undergraduate Student Feedback 2002/2003".

HOW WILL YOU BENEFIT? The curriculum is designed to enable you to: •

Understand fundamental financial terminology and concepts

•

Understand and use the information contained in balance sheets, income statements, and cash-flow statements

•

Identify and apply relevant costing information

•

Learn how to perform fundamental financial analysis

Her research interests include privatisation and policy risk, mergers and acquisitions and seasoned equity

•

Grasp the essentials of budgeting and performance assessment

•

Acquire the financial acumen for effective decision-making and working with financial managers

offerings. Dr Tan's research articles have been published in numerous international academic and professional journals. She frequently serves as a reviewer for international journals and was the Associate Editor of the Asian Case Research Journal from 1997 to 2003. >>

Evaluate performance of managers and employees •

RUTH TAN Associate Professor of Finance, NUS Business School PhD (Finance), University of Washington Certified Public Accountant

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DR • • •

grasp other managerial accounting aspects. >>

•

PROGRAMME DIRECTOR

She is currently serving on the Board of Management of the NUS Academic Staff Provident Fund. In 2002, she held the post of Vice Dean of Finance and Administration in the School. She also does consulting and conducts in-house training programmes for various multinational organisations.

TYPICAL CLASS PROFILE

Australia Netherlands France Indonesia Maldives Mexico Philippines Saudi Arabia Singapore

DATES & FEES

Participants are strongly encouraged to apply at least two months in advance. Applications received after deadline will be considered on space availability.

• 18 - 22 May 2009 • 2 - 6 November 2009 S$ 4,800 per participant (subject to prevailing GST)

Application deadline : One month before commencement of programme

"The programme has helped me to understand fundamental financial concepts and has enabled me to perform effective financial analysis. The mix of participants from different professions and countries adds depth and provides a practical perspective".

Accounting and Finance for Non-Financial Managers UNDERSTANDING THE ESSENTIALS OF FINANCE Increasingly, managers in every functional area need to understand the basic principles of finance in order to improve the effectiveness of their operations and strategy.

Mr Kenneth Lim Senior Vice President, Market Operations, IT Energy Market Company Singapore

By empowering non-financial managers with a framework of essential financial terminology, concepts and applications, this programme will enable you to analyse and interpret commonly used financial information in making business decisions and working more effectively with the financial managers of your organisation. As the emphasis is on the application and understanding of financial information rather than its preparation, the programme will enable you to communicate finance related matters more effectively, understand the performance metrics of the organisation, read and use company reports, and

CORE FOCUS

WHO SHOULD ATTEND?

Appraise corporate investments

Executives who make or contribute to decisions with significant financial implications, including:

Internal Rate of Return

•

Net Present Value

•

Payback

•

Managers with profit-and-loss responsibility

•

Managers in marketing, operations, human resources, and engineering

•

No background in finance is required

Equity valuation •

Balance Sheet Models

•

Price Earning Ratios

Benchmarks

•

Performance Measures

Short-term financing •

Accruals

•

Secured & Unsecured Loans

•

Trade Credit

Understand and interpret financial statements: •

Accounting for Key Financial Statement Items

•

Balance Sheet, Income Statement & Cash Flow Statement

•

Creative Accounting

•

Ratio Analysis

Use cost information for decision-making and performance evaluation •

Breakeven Analysis

•

Overhead Allocation Issues

•

Types of Performance Measure

Dr Tan teaches business finance, personal finance, corporate finance, and financial markets. She received the Faculty Outstanding Educator Award in 2003, and Recognition for Excellence as Outstanding Educator in 2004. She was also listed as an excellent teacher in the "The NUS Undergraduate Student Feedback 2002/2003".

HOW WILL YOU BENEFIT? The curriculum is designed to enable you to: •

Understand fundamental financial terminology and concepts

•

Understand and use the information contained in balance sheets, income statements, and cash-flow statements

•

Identify and apply relevant costing information

•

Learn how to perform fundamental financial analysis

Her research interests include privatisation and policy risk, mergers and acquisitions and seasoned equity

•

Grasp the essentials of budgeting and performance assessment

•

Acquire the financial acumen for effective decision-making and working with financial managers

offerings. Dr Tan's research articles have been published in numerous international academic and professional journals. She frequently serves as a reviewer for international journals and was the Associate Editor of the Asian Case Research Journal from 1997 to 2003. >>

Evaluate performance of managers and employees •

RUTH TAN Associate Professor of Finance, NUS Business School PhD (Finance), University of Washington Certified Public Accountant

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DR • • •

grasp other managerial accounting aspects. >>

•

PROGRAMME DIRECTOR

She is currently serving on the Board of Management of the NUS Academic Staff Provident Fund. In 2002, she held the post of Vice Dean of Finance and Administration in the School. She also does consulting and conducts in-house training programmes for various multinational organisations.

TYPICAL CLASS PROFILE

Australia Netherlands France Indonesia Maldives Mexico Philippines Saudi Arabia Singapore

DATES & FEES

Participants are strongly encouraged to apply at least two months in advance. Applications received after deadline will be considered on space availability.

• 18 - 22 May 2009 • 2 - 6 November 2009 S$ 4,800 per participant (subject to prevailing GST)

Application deadline : One month before commencement of programme

"The case studies presented were appropriate and relevant. I now understand better the current trends and issues in managing human capital in a knowledge-intensive economy. Through the interactive sessions with the professors and a diverse group of participants, I gained new insights on the best HR practitioners from different industries. I am definitely a fan of NUS Business School!"

Strategic Human Resource Management MANAGING HUMAN CAPITAL TO DRIVE BUSINESS STRATEGY Managers today must juggle the tasks of monitoring current performance, managing incremental innovation, and leading revolutionary or discontinuous change efforts. A clear understanding of the drivers of performance, innovation and change

Mr Shahriar Akbar Chowdhury Head of HR Development Grameenphone Ltd India

is required to manage human capital in today's competitive environment. This programme defines the means of ensuring this delicate balance that aligns human resource strategy with the overall

multiple impacts upon the role of every class of manager in the organisation, not least of which is the human resource professional. >>

CORE FOCUS

HOW WILL YOU BENEFIT?

•

Competitive Strategy & HRM Models

In this intensive five-day programme, you will:

•

Current Trends & Issues in Human Capital Management

•

•

Human Capital Management

Learn to develop human resource practices that are consonant with the organisation's corporate and business strategy

•

Leadership, Change & Knowledge Management

•

•

Performance Management Systems & Approaches

•

Planning & Strategising Training

Acquire knowledge of frameworks and conceptual tools that will enable you to strategically manage human capital in your company

•

Talent Management: Issues & Challenges

WHO SHOULD ATTEND? Individuals from organisations of any size and in any industry, including: •

Human Resource Professionals

•

General Managers

•

Other functional executives with management experience and an interest in human capital management

•

Learn about best practices from the professors and fellow participants

•

Engage with professors and participants in intellectuallychallenging discussions over issues and challenges in managing human capital in a knowledge-intensive economy

TYPICAL CLASS PROFILE

PROGRAMME DIRECTOR

MR LOWE JOO YONG • Lecturer, Human Resource Management Unit, NUS Business School

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business strategy. As human capital moves to assume a pivotal role in helping organisations achieve competitive advantage in the knowledge-based economy, the human resource function is increasingly being called upon to assume a more strategic orientation to drive success. This re-orientation of the human resource function toward corporate and business strategy has

Mr Lowe teaches human resource management, employee management, career management and talent management at different levels, including in various leadership and executive programmes that are popular with public sector organisations as well as leading private sector companies. Prior to joining NUS Business School, Mr Lowe had a distinguished career in a variety of industries including stock broking, reinsurance, engineering, and hospitality. The highlight of his career was the opportunity to travel extensively in the region, conducting executive courses for managers in the hospitality industry for organisations such as the Malaysian Association of Hotels, Hotel & Restaurant Association of the Philippines, Myanmar's Ministry of Hotels & Tourism, Services of Tourism in Ho Chi Minh City, Thailand's Dusit Thani College, and Indonesia's Acacia Group of Hotels. >>

China Hong Kong Indonesia Malaysia Maldives Singapore Sri Lanka

DATES & FEES Participants are strongly encouraged to apply at least two months in advance. Applications received after deadline will be considered on space availability.

29 June - 4 July 2009 S$ 4,800 per participant (subject to prevailing GST)

Application deadline : 29 May 2009

"The case studies presented were appropriate and relevant. I now understand better the current trends and issues in managing human capital in a knowledge-intensive economy. Through the interactive sessions with the professors and a diverse group of participants, I gained new insights on the best HR practitioners from different industries. I am definitely a fan of NUS Business School!"

Strategic Human Resource Management MANAGING HUMAN CAPITAL TO DRIVE BUSINESS STRATEGY Managers today must juggle the tasks of monitoring current performance, managing incremental innovation, and leading revolutionary or discontinuous change efforts. A clear understanding of the drivers of performance, innovation and change

Mr Shahriar Akbar Chowdhury Head of HR Development Grameenphone Ltd India

is required to manage human capital in today's competitive environment. This programme defines the means of ensuring this delicate balance that aligns human resource strategy with the overall

multiple impacts upon the role of every class of manager in the organisation, not least of which is the human resource professional. >>

CORE FOCUS

HOW WILL YOU BENEFIT?

•

Competitive Strategy & HRM Models

In this intensive five-day programme, you will:

•

Current Trends & Issues in Human Capital Management

•

•

Human Capital Management

Learn to develop human resource practices that are consonant with the organisation's corporate and business strategy

•

Leadership, Change & Knowledge Management

•

•

Performance Management Systems & Approaches

•

Planning & Strategising Training

Acquire knowledge of frameworks and conceptual tools that will enable you to strategically manage human capital in your company

•

Talent Management: Issues & Challenges

WHO SHOULD ATTEND? Individuals from organisations of any size and in any industry, including: •

Human Resource Professionals

•

General Managers

•

Other functional executives with management experience and an interest in human capital management

•

Learn about best practices from the professors and fellow participants

•

Engage with professors and participants in intellectuallychallenging discussions over issues and challenges in managing human capital in a knowledge-intensive economy

TYPICAL CLASS PROFILE

PROGRAMME DIRECTOR

MR LOWE JOO YONG • Lecturer, Human Resource Management Unit, NUS Business School

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business strategy. As human capital moves to assume a pivotal role in helping organisations achieve competitive advantage in the knowledge-based economy, the human resource function is increasingly being called upon to assume a more strategic orientation to drive success. This re-orientation of the human resource function toward corporate and business strategy has

Mr Lowe teaches human resource management, employee management, career management and talent management at different levels, including in various leadership and executive programmes that are popular with public sector organisations as well as leading private sector companies. Prior to joining NUS Business School, Mr Lowe had a distinguished career in a variety of industries including stock broking, reinsurance, engineering, and hospitality. The highlight of his career was the opportunity to travel extensively in the region, conducting executive courses for managers in the hospitality industry for organisations such as the Malaysian Association of Hotels, Hotel & Restaurant Association of the Philippines, Myanmar's Ministry of Hotels & Tourism, Services of Tourism in Ho Chi Minh City, Thailand's Dusit Thani College, and Indonesia's Acacia Group of Hotels. >>

China Hong Kong Indonesia Malaysia Maldives Singapore Sri Lanka

DATES & FEES Participants are strongly encouraged to apply at least two months in advance. Applications received after deadline will be considered on space availability.

29 June - 4 July 2009 S$ 4,800 per participant (subject to prevailing GST)

Application deadline : 29 May 2009

Negotiation and Influence

"The curriculum is very well structured. I can relate every single topic and session to the industry and day-to-day work that I do. So I really appreciate the programme. I will highly recommend it to anyone of my peers and colleagues."

NAVIGATING THE INTRICACIES OF NEGOTIATIONS Negotiation is the art and science of securing agreement and creating value between two or more parties. In today's global and cross-cultural marketplace, negotiation and influence plays a critical role in managing interdependent relationships,

Mr Yu Yang Chief Representative - China Grosvenor Limited China

securing successful business deals, and ensuring informed decision making. Although people negotiate all the time, understanding the strategy and psychology of effective negotiations is an invaluable asset in a globally interdependent environment. PROGRAMME DIRECTOR This innovative programme brings together the models developed by Harvard and Kellogg. This blend consists of understanding the process of negotiations and influencing, the cultural and behavioural aspects that parties bring to the process that defines

CORE FOCUS •

Negotiating to Create Value

•

Negotiation Strategies and Skills

•

Negotiation - The Interest-Based Approach

•

Experience the negotiation process, learning how to evaluate costs and benefits from alternative actions

•

Improve your analytical abilities and capacity to understand and predict the behaviour of individuals, groups and organisations in a competitive process

•

Develop a toolkit of useful and practical negotiation skills, strategies and approaches

•

Develop an understanding of the dynamics of negotiations in Asia

WHO SHOULD ATTEND? Senior executives and professionals actively engaged in key activities, such as: •

Senior Procurement Managers

•

CEOs of Start Ups

•

Human Resource Directors

•

Country Managers of Asian Subsidiaries

•

Legal Directors

HOW WILL YOU BENEFIT? This programme will enable you to: •

Negotiate, build and sustain effective deals and working relationships

•

Enhance your mental effectiveness by learning the keys to rational thinking, as well as the barriers that keep you from optimal decision-making

•

Develop confidence in the negotiation process as an effective means for resolving conflict

•

Understand the nature of negotiations and gain a broad intellectual understanding of the central concepts in negotiation

TYPICAL CLASS PROFILE Indonesia Maldives Papua New Guinea Philippines Singapore Switzerland

DR CHIA HO BENG • Senior Lecturer, NUS Business School • PhD, University of British Columbia

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the dynamics of a negotiation. Through lectures, discussions, analysis and multi-party negotiation exercises, you will acquire the conceptual framework and tools to refine your critical thinking, negotiation skills and decision making. >>

Dr Chia teaches leadership, coaching for change, creative problem solving, human resource management, negotiations, mediation, and conflict resolution at all levels. He was awarded the Outstanding Educator Award in 2001 and 2002 and made the list of the top six percent of educators at NUS in 2003. Dr Chia is also an adjunct feedback coach with the Center of Creative Leadership, and serves on various mediation and dispute resolution committees in Singapore. He is part of a research group at the Singapore Mediation Centre, and served on the management committee of the Centre for Corporate Social Responsibility. In 2006, Dr Chia was awarded the Outstanding Community Service Award by NUS Business School. Prior to his academic career, he worked in both the financial and manufacturing sectors. His work experience includes managing corporate accounts, turnaround management, managing in merger transitions, and problem loans management. Dr Chia brings to the classroom a blend of theory and practical experience. >>

DATES & FEES

Participants are strongly encouraged to apply at least two months in advance. Applications received after deadline will be considered on space availability.

• 29 - 31 July 2009 • 21 - 23 October 2009 S$ 3,800 per participant (subject to prevailing GST)

Application deadline : One month before commencement of programme

Negotiation and Influence

"The curriculum is very well structured. I can relate every single topic and session to the industry and day-to-day work that I do. So I really appreciate the programme. I will highly recommend it to anyone of my peers and colleagues."

NAVIGATING THE INTRICACIES OF NEGOTIATIONS Negotiation is the art and science of securing agreement and creating value between two or more parties. In today's global and cross-cultural marketplace, negotiation and influence plays a critical role in managing interdependent relationships,

Mr Yu Yang Chief Representative - China Grosvenor Limited China

securing successful business deals, and ensuring informed decision making. Although people negotiate all the time, understanding the strategy and psychology of effective negotiations is an invaluable asset in a globally interdependent environment. PROGRAMME DIRECTOR This innovative programme brings together the models developed by Harvard and Kellogg. This blend consists of understanding the process of negotiations and influencing, the cultural and behavioural aspects that parties bring to the process that defines

CORE FOCUS •

Negotiating to Create Value

•

Negotiation Strategies and Skills

•

Negotiation - The Interest-Based Approach

•

Experience the negotiation process, learning how to evaluate costs and benefits from alternative actions

•

Improve your analytical abilities and capacity to understand and predict the behaviour of individuals, groups and organisations in a competitive process

•

Develop a toolkit of useful and practical negotiation skills, strategies and approaches

•

Develop an understanding of the dynamics of negotiations in Asia

WHO SHOULD ATTEND? Senior executives and professionals actively engaged in key activities, such as: •

Senior Procurement Managers

•

CEOs of Start Ups

•

Human Resource Directors

•

Country Managers of Asian Subsidiaries

•

Legal Directors

HOW WILL YOU BENEFIT? This programme will enable you to: •

Negotiate, build and sustain effective deals and working relationships

•

Enhance your mental effectiveness by learning the keys to rational thinking, as well as the barriers that keep you from optimal decision-making

•

Develop confidence in the negotiation process as an effective means for resolving conflict

•

Understand the nature of negotiations and gain a broad intellectual understanding of the central concepts in negotiation

TYPICAL CLASS PROFILE Indonesia Maldives Papua New Guinea Philippines Singapore Switzerland

DR CHIA HO BENG • Senior Lecturer, NUS Business School • PhD, University of British Columbia

26

the dynamics of a negotiation. Through lectures, discussions, analysis and multi-party negotiation exercises, you will acquire the conceptual framework and tools to refine your critical thinking, negotiation skills and decision making. >>

Dr Chia teaches leadership, coaching for change, creative problem solving, human resource management, negotiations, mediation, and conflict resolution at all levels. He was awarded the Outstanding Educator Award in 2001 and 2002 and made the list of the top six percent of educators at NUS in 2003. Dr Chia is also an adjunct feedback coach with the Center of Creative Leadership, and serves on various mediation and dispute resolution committees in Singapore. He is part of a research group at the Singapore Mediation Centre, and served on the management committee of the Centre for Corporate Social Responsibility. In 2006, Dr Chia was awarded the Outstanding Community Service Award by NUS Business School. Prior to his academic career, he worked in both the financial and manufacturing sectors. His work experience includes managing corporate accounts, turnaround management, managing in merger transitions, and problem loans management. Dr Chia brings to the classroom a blend of theory and practical experience. >>

DATES & FEES

Participants are strongly encouraged to apply at least two months in advance. Applications received after deadline will be considered on space availability.

• 29 - 31 July 2009 • 21 - 23 October 2009 S$ 3,800 per participant (subject to prevailing GST)

Application deadline : One month before commencement of programme

"NUS Business School was able to incorporate our business philosophy and unique corporate issues into the content of the programme, thereby making learning aligned to our operational needs and corporate culture. I enjoyed working with the Professors and staff of NUS Business School. Their professionalism and positive attitude is very commendable. "

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Mr Lim Chee Hoo General Manager Panasonic Regional Training Center Panasonic Asia Pacific Singapore

Customised Management Programmes NUS Business School's mission is to shape leaders through strengthening their managerial knowledge and skills to effectively handle real management challenges. Our customised Executive Education programmes are designed and delivered with our client's objectives and goals in mind. We aim to create a more targeted learning process that directly impacts individuals, teams and the organisation as a whole. From design to delivery, our customised programmes are grounded in the world-class expertise of NUS Business School's faculty. As educators, consultants and researchers based in Asia, our international faculty harness the best management practices in the West, and offer innovative solutions of how these practices are adapted and applied in the Asian context with the specific organisation and industry in mind. This wealth of international experience has enabled us to deliver tailored programmes to blue-chip global companies from across the globe and Asia, and in cities such as Singapore, Kuala Lumpur, Bangkok, Jakarta, Manila, Colombo, Shanghai, Beijing, Tokyo, Sydney, Wellington and Bangalore. Participants benefit from the most relevant research and consulting about the new models driving today's business value.

Our instructional design process begins with acquiring an in-depth knowledge of the corporation's organisation and culture, business objectives and strategic direction. With this understanding, we develop a customised curriculum to meet specific learning objectives for sustained impact. We utilise case studies, experiential exercises, group projects, cross-cultural sharing, lectures, assessment tools, and external facilitators to add varying dimensions to the learning experience and sustain impact. The content addresses the current marketplace realities as well as future requirements and trends that can affect competitive advantage.

As an integrated learning partner, NUS Business School will work with you to transfer knowledge across your businesses to enhance your capabilities, and enable your organisation to leverage on cutting edge management practices to scale new heights. >> THE MAIN FOCUS AREAS OF OUR PROGRAMMES CAN INCLUDE: • • •

Leadership and Building Teams in a Globalised Economy Innovation as an Organisational Competence Management of Technology

•

Change Management

• • • •

Strategy Decision Making Negotiation & Influencing Skills Performance Management & Talent Development

• • •

Strategic Branding Paradigms Services Marketing & Management Cash-Flow, Valuation & Risk Management

• • • •

Mergers & Acquisitions International Project & Investment Analysis Supply Chain & Strategic Operations Wealth Management

•

Coaching 360 ˚ Assessment Tools

"NUS Business School was able to incorporate our business philosophy and unique corporate issues into the content of the programme, thereby making learning aligned to our operational needs and corporate culture. I enjoyed working with the Professors and staff of NUS Business School. Their professionalism and positive attitude is very commendable. "

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Mr Lim Chee Hoo General Manager Panasonic Regional Training Center Panasonic Asia Pacific Singapore

Customised Management Programmes NUS Business School's mission is to shape leaders through strengthening their managerial knowledge and skills to effectively handle real management challenges. Our customised Executive Education programmes are designed and delivered with our client's objectives and goals in mind. We aim to create a more targeted learning process that directly impacts individuals, teams and the organisation as a whole. From design to delivery, our customised programmes are grounded in the world-class expertise of NUS Business School's faculty. As educators, consultants and researchers based in Asia, our international faculty harness the best management practices in the West, and offer innovative solutions of how these practices are adapted and applied in the Asian context with the specific organisation and industry in mind. This wealth of international experience has enabled us to deliver tailored programmes to blue-chip global companies from across the globe and Asia, and in cities such as Singapore, Kuala Lumpur, Bangkok, Jakarta, Manila, Colombo, Shanghai, Beijing, Tokyo, Sydney, Wellington and Bangalore. Participants benefit from the most relevant research and consulting about the new models driving today's business value.

Our instructional design process begins with acquiring an in-depth knowledge of the corporation's organisation and culture, business objectives and strategic direction. With this understanding, we develop a customised curriculum to meet specific learning objectives for sustained impact. We utilise case studies, experiential exercises, group projects, cross-cultural sharing, lectures, assessment tools, and external facilitators to add varying dimensions to the learning experience and sustain impact. The content addresses the current marketplace realities as well as future requirements and trends that can affect competitive advantage.

As an integrated learning partner, NUS Business School will work with you to transfer knowledge across your businesses to enhance your capabilities, and enable your organisation to leverage on cutting edge management practices to scale new heights. >> THE MAIN FOCUS AREAS OF OUR PROGRAMMES CAN INCLUDE: • • •

Leadership and Building Teams in a Globalised Economy Innovation as an Organisational Competence Management of Technology

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Change Management

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Strategy Decision Making Negotiation & Influencing Skills Performance Management & Talent Development

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Strategic Branding Paradigms Services Marketing & Management Cash-Flow, Valuation & Risk Management

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Mergers & Acquisitions International Project & Investment Analysis Supply Chain & Strategic Operations Wealth Management

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Coaching 360 ˚ Assessment Tools

APPLICATION FOR ADMISSIONS 2009

Participating Companies NUS Business School's Executive Education programmes attract senior executives across a diverse range of countries, industries and organisations. Our participants are from leading global corporations’ government bodies and international organisations, including:

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Adelaide Bank (Australia) Agilent Technologies (USA, Taiwan) Al-Khafji Joint Operations (Saudi Arabia) Al-Rajhi Bank (Saudi Arabia) American Express (Singapore) AP Moller-Maersk (Denmark) Arab Bank (Australia, South Korea, Singapore)

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Asahi Glass (Japan) Asian Development Bank (Philippines)

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Astra International (Indonesia) Baker Norton Asia (Hong Kong) BP (China, Malaysia, Singapore) Bhutan Power Corporation (Bhutan)

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Caltex (Philippines) Colgate-Palmolive (Hong Kong, Malaysia)

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Coopers Brewery (Australia)

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Datacraft (India, Singapore) David Pieris Motor (Sri Lanka) Deutsche Bank AG (Singapore) Dow Corning (Japan)

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DPSC (India) Employers' Federation of Ceylon (Sri Lanka)

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First Atlantic Merchant Bank (Ghana) Fujitsu (Japan) Hewlett-Packard (Singapore, Malaysia, Germany, USA, China) Hong Kong Housing Authority (Hong Kong) Land Transport Authority (Singapore) Indus Motor Company (Pakistan) Intel Products (Indonesia) Johnson & Johnson K.K. Consumer (Japan) Kuwait Petroleum Corporation (Kuwait) Land Transport Authority (Singapore) Lucent Technologies (China, Singapore, Taiwan) MAS Holdings (Sri Lanka) Mattel Asia Pacific (Hong Kong) Ministry of Health (New Zealand) Motorola (Singapore) National Semiconductor (Korea, Japan, Singapore, Hong Kong) National Social Security Fund (Tanzania) National Sun Yat-Sen University (Taiwan)

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PETRONAS (Malaysia) PFIZER (India) Philips Electronics (Singapore)

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Pico Art International (Singapore) Samsung Asia (South Korea) SK Group (South Korea)

1 . Any alumni of NUS will be entitled to a 10% discount on course fees.

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Saudi ORIX Leasing Company (Saudi Arabia) Seagate Technology (Singapore) Siemens (Germany, Singapore, China)

2 . For every five participants from an organisation enrolled in

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Sinclair Knight Merz (New Zealand) Singapore Technologies (Singapore) Sumitomo Corporation (Japan) Telstra Corporation (Australia)

NOTE: Scheme 1 and 2 DO NOT apply in conjunction and they

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Texas Instruments (Taiwan, Korea, Philippines) Texmaco Group (Indonesia)

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The Boeing Company (USA) Union Bank of Nigeria (Nigeria) United Overseas Bank (Singapore) Worldbank (Thailand)

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General Information HOW TO APPLY Applicants may send in the attached application form via email, fax or mail, or apply online at execed.nus.edu Applicants are encouraged to send in their applications as early as two months before the start of the programme. An Admission Committee reviews the applications to ensure quality participants in terms of professional background and expectations, in order to provide a fulfilling and rewarding educational experience. Final admission is subject to the approval of the Admissions Committee. To achieve maximum benefit from a programme, applicants should be fluent in the language of instruction. Applicants will receive an acknowledgement on their application within five working days. Admission status will be sent to applicants within one month.

DISCOUNT SCHEMES

the same programme, the organisation will be entitled to one free enrollment in the same programme run or one of lesser value. This offer must be utilised within the same year.

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are NOT applicable to the following programmes: Stanford-NUS Executive Programme in International Management Advanced Management Programme

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PAYMENT PROCEDURES Payment is due upon notification of acceptance into the programme from our office. The programme fees include tuition, course materials, books (if any), lunches, refreshments and some dinners. Accommodation is not included. Payment can be made by: • Cheque or Bank draft • Visa / Master Card • Telegraphic Transfer

CANCELLATION / WITHDRAWAL The cancellation charges are as follows: - 45 to 15 days notice: 50% of programme fee - 14 days or less: 100% of programme fee - Non-attendance: 100% of programme fee Note: - Programme dates and fees listed in programme brochures and calendars, and the Office of Executive Education website are subject to change. - NUS Business School reserves the right to postpone or cancel a programme by giving at least 21 days notice. - Upon acceptance into the programme, payment is due within 30 days of the date the invoice is issued. - All cancellations, substitutions, transfers and postponements must be confirmed in writing via email, fax or mail. - Cancellations must be made in writing more than 45 days before the start of the programme to receive a full refund. - Qualified substitutes can replace participants who are unable to attend, and requests for substitutions must be made in writing. - Postponed registrants are still required to make payment within 30 days of the invoice date. Postponed registrants must attend the next available programme, failing which the tuition fees will be forfeited. Postponed registrants are required to pay fee increases, if any. - The date of the cancellation will be taken as the date of receipt by the Office of Executive Education, and will be acknowledged in writing within five working days.

H. EDUCATION: College / University

Degree Granted / Majors

Year Granted

2009 OPEN ENROLLMENT PROGRAMMES I. PROFESSIONAL EDUCATION:

(other schools and programmes attended)

Name Of Institution

Date of Attendance FEB

J. PLEASE INDICATE HOW YOU LEARNT ABOUT THIS PROGRAMME:

APR

MAY

JUN

JUL

STANFORD-NUS EXECUTIVE PROGRAMME IN INTERNATIONAL MANAGEMENT

AUG

SEP

OCT

NOV

AUG 15 - 29

Please tick as appropriate.

1.NEWSPAPERS:

NOV 2 - 13

ADVANCED MANAGEMENT PROGRAMME

Asian Wall Street Journal

Financial Times

The Edge (Singapore)

Business Times (Singapore)

L' Express (Mauritius)

The Edge (Malaysia)

Wall Street Journal Europe

South China Morning Post (Hong Kong)

Business India

China Daily (China)

Straits Times (Singapore)

International Herald Tribune

China Post (Taiwan)

Sunday Observer (Sri Lanka)

Others (please specify)

Alumnus

CFO Asia

The Graduate

Asia Inc

Fortune Asia

Top Execed Guide

Business Week (Asia Edition)

The Economist

Newsweek Asia

Business Week (Atlantic Edition)

Human Resources Magazine

Others (please specify)

ACCOUNTING AND FINANCE FOR NON-FINANCIAL MANAGERS

Google

Newsweek Showcase Online

Political Perspective

NUS B-School Website

Newsweek.com

Others (please specify)

STRATEGIC HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT PROGRAMME

GENERAL MANAGEMENT PROGRAMME

FEB 16 - 27

JUN 1 - 12

LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT PROGRAMME

OCT 19 - 30

JUL 13 - 17

2.MAGAZINES

3.ONLINE RESOURCES

STRATEGIC MANAGEMENT PROGRAMME

APR 20 - 24

SEP 14 - 18

MAY 18 - 22

NOV 2-6

29 JUN - 3 JUL

HR Magazine Online Site NEGOTIATION AND INFLUENCE

4. OTHER SOURCES: Through Company's HR Dept

Through one of our Past Participant(s)

NUS B-School Direct Email

Colleague / Friend

NUS B-School e-Advertisement

NUS B-School Direct Mail

JUL 29 - 31

OCT 21 - 23

The following must be dated and signed in order to validate application. I confirm that all information provided is accurate and complete and that I have read and accepted NUS Business School Office of Executive Education's cancellation policy.

NUS Business School's Executive Education programmes, please contact:

Name of Applicant Date

Signature of Applicant

I confirm that my organisation is sponsoring the above named executive for the programme indicated in the application form. I also confirm that I have read and accepted NUS Business School Office of Executive Education's cancellation policy.

Name of HR Personnel Date

For more information on

Company Stamp / Signature of HR Personnel

Selection of participants is based upon years of significant management experience, level within organisation, and industrial and geographical diversity. Thank you for your participation. We will get in touch with you shortly.

OFFICE OF EXECUTIVE EDUCATION NUS BUSINESS SCHOOL BIZ 2 Building National University of Singapore 1 Business Link Tel: (65) 6516 7872 Fax: (65) 6872 0041 Email: [email protected] Website: execed.nus.edu

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"We had an excellent session in Singapore with people coming from diversified backgrounds and plenty of opportunities to share our experiences with each other. The content of the programme and the faculty were exceptional!" Mr Imran Mahmood Head, Manufacturing Business Descon Engineering Ltd Pakistan

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