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Unlocking Career Growth: SIM Academy Helps Working Adults Tap National Funding Schemes
SIM Academy, a long-standing professional learning arm of the Singapore Institute of Management (SIM), aligns its purpose to these national priorities, offering funded programmes and short courses that translate directly into workplace impact.
National funding that works for mid‑career learners
Singapore’s national funding schemes provide strong support for mid-career learners, making skills upgrading more affordable and accessible.
Two key pillars stand out: the SkillsFuture Mid-Career Enhanced Subsidy (MCES), which offers Singapore Citizens aged 40 and above up to 90% course-fee funding for SSG-supported certifiable courses[LY1] , significantly reducing the cost of training.
Complementing this is the SkillsFuture Credit, which allows individuals to offset eligible course fees listed on MySkillsFuture. Beyond the base tier credit, an additional mid-career credit was introduced to encourage learners to pursue employment-oriented pathways such as full qualifications and the SkillsFuture Career Transition Programme (SCTP).
According to SkillsFuture Singapore’s latest year-in-review, these initiatives are driving impact: participation in career-relevant training rose to 555,000 in 2024, with mid-career learners increasingly tapping the enhanced credit for substantive skills reboot programmes
SIM Academy’s SkillsFuture Career Transition Programme (SCTP)
For professionals contemplating a role switch, SIM Academy’s SCTP consolidates structured training (typically 3–6 months, full or part‑time)to facilitate this need..
The SIM SCTP catalogue includes pathways in Cybersecurity and Sustainability in the Built Environment, among others, developed with industry partners and supported by employer networks.
Funding is significant. Under MCES, eligible Singaporeans aged 40+ can receive up to 90% course‑fee subsidies, with SkillsFuture Credit applicable to the nett fees.
Digital marketing in the mobile‑first era: TikTok Masterclass (Singtel × SIM Academy)
For working adults in marketing, entrepreneurship, or content creation, SIM Academy’s TikTok Masterclass addresses the rise of social commerce and the need to build brand presence on short‑video platforms. The course covers content strategy, analytics, live selling, and TikTok Shop setup, and provides hands‑on access to the Singtel Creator House combining technical skills with applied practice.
Crucially, this Masterclass is supported by SkillsFuture, with eligible SME participants able to receive funding up to 90% according to Singtel’s programme announcement, an example of industry‑government collaboration to accelerate SMB digitalisation.
Other funded short courses for immediate workplace impact
SIM Academy complements its longer SkillsFuture Career Transition Programme (SCTP) pathways with a suite of funded short courses that deliver immediate workplace impact in areas such as compliance, data analytics, and resilience where the skills are highly valued by employers.
Courses include the Fundamentals of the Personal Data Protection Act (PDPA), a 3-day programme that equips learners with operational data-protection competencies like breach management and DPO responsibilities.
The Project Management Professional (PMP)® course, designed to meet the exam objectives set by Project Management Institute (PMI) based on PMBOK 7.0, prepares participants for predictive, agile, and hybrid project management approaches. Data Visualisation using Power BI, a two-day course that teaches learners to create interactive dashboards for data-driven decision-making.
Additionally, The Resilience Advantage focuses on mental well-being and workplace adaptability, reflecting the growing emphasis on mental wellness and sustainable performance. All these courses are SkillsFuture Credit-eligible and supported by SkillsFuture funding
SIM Academy is a Practical Choice for Working Adults
SIM Academy provides short, industry-relevant courses that focus on skills demanded by today’s job market. It offers flexible schedules, including part-time options for SCTPs, so working adults can learn without disrupting their careers. Job-search support is integrated into these programmes, helping learners apply new skills to real employment opportunities.
Affordability is another advantage. SIM Academy consolidates information on funding schemes such as SkillsFuture Credit and SSG subsidies on its website, making it easier for learners and employers to navigate cost-saving options.
At the national level, SkillsFuture Singapore reports strong participation among mid-career workers, with more learners enrolling in IT-related and employment-focused courses. This trend shows that funding initiatives are successfully guiding professionals toward skills that have strong market relevance.
References:
- SkillsFuture Movement – https://www.ssg.gov.sg/skills-development/skillsfuture-movement/
- SIM SCTP – https://sctp.pd.sim.edu.sg/about/
- SkillsFuture Mid-Career Enhanced Subsidy FAQ – https://www.skillsfuture.gov.sg/enhancedsubsidy-faq
- SkillsFuture Mid-Career Enhanced Subsidy – https://www.ssg.gov.sg/newsroom/skillsfuture-mid-career-enhanced-subsidy/
- SkillsFuture for Individuals – https://www.skillsfuture.gov.sg/initiatives/individuals
- SkillsFuture Year-In-Review 2024: Learners Shift to More Career-Relevant Training with the SkillsFuture Level-Up Programme – https://www.ssg.gov.sg/newsroom/skillsfuture-year-in-review-2024/
- SIM SCTP FAQ – https://sctp.pd.sim.edu.sg/faq/
- SCTP (JOMAN) Job of the Manager – https://sctp.pd.sim.edu.sg/sctp-job-of-manager-joman-for-sustainability-manager-in-built-environment/
- Singtel X SIM TikTok Masterclass – https://www.sim.edu.sg/professional-development/courses/course-listing/tiktok-masterclass-695cc6a0cac5ac4a68ce6a67d4f7f8f9
- Singtel launches TikTok Masterclass to help SMEs accelerate growth and strengthen brand presence in digital era – https://www.singtel.com/about-us/media-centre/news-releases/singtel-launches-tiktok-masterclass
- Upskill & unlock possibilities for your business. – https://www.singtel.com/business/smb/solutions/tiktok-masterclass
Hashtag: #SIMGlobalEducation #SIMGE #GlobalEducation #InternationalDegree #CareerReady #FutureSkills
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About SIM Academy
SIM Academy provides leading-edge professional development and enterprise solutions. SIM Academy offers over 300 executive and business programmes that help almost 10,000 professionals annually on average hone their competencies to drive business value and achieve peak personal and enterprise performance.
Our programmes encompass a comprehensive range of lifelong learning opportunities designed to empower professionals with the knowledge, skills, and competencies necessary to become effective change-makers and leaders in today’s volatile and uncertain business landscape.
For more information on SIM Academy, visit sim.edu.sg
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From PolyU Research to Geneva Global Debut: GOOD Vision oka³y! ™ Redefines Precision in Freeform Orthokeratology
Beyond Traditional Toric Lenses: The Future of Freeform Orthokeratology
With myopia expected to affect 50% of the world’s population by 2050, demand for effective management is high. While Ortho-K is a highly effective strategy, traditional symmetric and spherical/ toric designs often underestimate corneal shape complexity, causing lens decentration and poor visual outcomes.
The oka³y!™ freeform technology, incorporating the company’s proprietary FAST-360 and CORe Technology, surpasses traditional lens design. AI-based FAST-360 reconstructs missing corneal data for faster scans, while CORe ensures precise alignment with the visual axis, leading to 3.1 times greater stability.
Precision Myopia Correction and Control for High Astigmatism and Asymmetric Corneas
For optometrists and clinic owners, oka³y!™’s key benefit is improving workflow by automating complex mathematics, cutting chair time by 64%. This boosts myopia management capacity without extra staff or lengthy training. “As a registered optometrist in Hong Kong and a researcher in one of the world’s leading optometric institutes, I witnessed a growing gap between the number of patients seeking Ortho-K and the limited range of conventional products available to treat them,” says Dr. Kin Ho Chan, Ken, the lead inventor of oka³y!™. “By focusing on the ‘3A’: AI-guided, Astigmatism, and Asymmetry, and working alongside The Hong Kong Polytechnic University (Poly U), we have developed a design that not only delivers superior vision but also enhances safety by reducing corneal staining. We are turning a frustrating, manual trial-and-error process into a predictable one-click adjustment.”
From Niche Specialty to Global Enterprise: Scaling the Future of Eye Care
As myopia rates reach epidemic levels, GOOD Vision partners with PolyU, harnessing its research strengths and support from its startup ecosystem PolyVentures, to redefine primary eye care by transforming a niche specialty into a scalable global enterprise. By replacing manual OK lens design with oka³y!™, the company has created a technology bridging clinical complexity and scalability. This transition enables practitioners to manage myopia, high astigmatism, and asymmetrical cases precisely, removing barriers to modern refractive error management.
“By embedding and automating the complex mathematics of lens design, we provide clinicians with the tools to treat ‘difficult’ patients who were previously considered unsuitable for Ortho-K,” added Professor Chea-su Kee, Founder of GOOD Vision. “This is about elevating the global standard of care and ensuring that precision myopia management is accessible to the next generation on a global scale.”
Experience the Future of Myopia Control
GOOD Vision invites investors, distributors, and practitioners to a live demonstration of the oka³y!™ at the International Exhibition of Inventions Geneva:
- Location: PolyU Delegation Booth, Hall 2, Palexpo, CP 112, Route François-Peyrot 30, 1218 Le Grand-Saconnex, Geneva, Switzerland
- Dates: 11–15 March 2026
Hashtag: #GOODVision
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About GOOD Vision Technologies Co., Limited
GOOD Vision, a Hong Kong-based startup nurtured by PolyU, is dedicated to advancing the field of corneal reshaping technologies. With a focus on innovation, efficiency, and affordability, the company develops innovative solutions to empower eye practitioners and enhance the quality of eye care worldwide.
For additional details about GOOD Vision and their innovative offerings, please visit https://www.linkedin.com/company/goodvisiontech
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Tech Innovator Acquires Nexxus Building Trivium to Oversee Asset Management
Central Landmark Set for Revitalization with International Expertise
HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 9 March 2026 – In a vote of confidence in Hong Kong’s vibrant and enduring business environment, Nexxus Building, a landmark Grade‑A commercial property in Central’s prestigious CBD, has been acquired by a leading figure in the technology sector. Trivium Asset Management (“Trivium”), an Asian real estate investment and asset management firm, has been appointed as Nexxus Building’s Asset Manager (“AMC” or Asset Management Company), taking charge of the asset’s comprehensive management and operations.
Under new ownership, Nexxus Building is set to undergo a forward‑looking transformation integrating next‑generation technologies with world‑class professional management. The revitalization aims to redefine the building’s market positioning, enhance its tenant experience, and reinforce its status as an iconic and premier Grade‑A property in the heart of Hong Kong’s CBD.
Leveraging Trivium’s extensive expertise, the enhancement programme will incorporate smart‑building management systems and sustainability‑driven upgrades designed to meet the evolving needs of global tenants. The reimagined Nexxus Building aims to attract financial institutions, fintech platforms, and technology enterprises, reaffirming Central’s position as Asia’s dynamic financial and innovation hub.
Mr. Wilfred Ma, Managing Partner of Trivium Asset Management, said, “Trivium is honored to be entrusted with the role of Asset Manager (“AMC” or Asset Management Company) for Nexxus Building, one of Hong Kong’s most iconic commercial landmarks. Drawing on our track record in real estate investment and operations across Hong Kong and Japan, we are committed to implementing forward‑thinking strategies that enhance tenant value, optimize building performance, and unlock Nexxus Building’s full potential as a commercial anchor in the city’s core.”
Originally built in 1962 as the former headquarters of Hang Seng Bank, Nexxus Building has been a witness to Hong Kong’s rise as a global financial centre. Following a major renovation in 2008 and the addition of a direct footbridge to IFC and the Airport Express in 2020, the building continues to host multinational corporations, leading financial institutions and professional services firms, and premium retail tenants – including the iconic Hong Kong Bankers Club – reinforcing its status as one of Central’s most distinguished Grade‑A office towers.
Hashtag: #TriviumAssetManagement
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About Trivium Asset Management
Founded in 2022, Trivium Asset Management is a Hong Kong‑based real estate investment and asset management firm overseeing assets valued at over US$900 million across Asia. Trivium serves institutional investors, financial institutions, and family offices through integrated investment and asset management, value‑creation strategies, and technology integration. The firm’s mission is to maximize long‑term value and promote sustainable growth for clients and communities alike.
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HOFA Announces the Second Edition of the Digital Art Awards, in Collaboration with Exhibition Partner PhillipsX in Hong Kong, proudly backed by Lightyear
The awards ceremony will take place on 24 March 2026, featuring the four key categories of Still Image, Moving Image, Innovation and Experiential and followed by a private sale exhibition hosted by Phillips in Hong Kong, from 25–28 March 2026.
As a highlight of Hong Kong’s spring art calendar, the awards celebrate the growing cultural significance of digital art and spotlights the visionary artists redefining visual culture through cutting-edge technologies.
Thirty two international finalists will be selected for their work pushing the boundaries of digital creativity. Each of the four category winners will receive a $10,000 USDC commission towards a new artwork.
The thirty two finalists include several prominent figures in digital and generative art, such as Erick Calderon (Snowfro) Founder of Art Blocks, Botto, Sarah Meyohas, William Mapan, Sasha Stiles and Mario Klingemann – underscoring the calibre of talent the awards are already attracting with over two hundred applications across more than fifty countries.
Refik Anadol is nominated for the Honorary Career Award for Sense of Healing, an AI Data Sculpture that emerges from Refik Anadol Studio’s long-term research into creating meditative art based on neurological data.
Finalists and winners will be selected by a panel of leading experts in art, hospitality and technology, including Irini Mirena Papadimitriou, Exhibitions Director at Diriyah Art Futures, Thomas Heyne, Co-Founder and CEO at Scorpios, Dorothy di Stefano, Art Curator and Creative Strategist at Molten Immersive Art, Danielle So, Hong Kong Head of Auction, Modern & Contemporary Art, Phillips, Sebastien Borget, Co-Founder & Global of The Sandbox, SANDchain, President of Blockchain Game Alliance and Co-Founder of Artverse, Jean-Michel Pailhon, Co-Founder and Chief Investment Officer at Grailcapital, Simonida Pavicevic, Co-Founder and Curator at HOFA, Justin Gilanyi, Founder of WhereArt.Works and Curator at SILK, and Matt Zhang, Founder and Managing Partner at Hivemind Capital.
The Digital Art Awards are proudly backed by Lightyear, a subsidiary of Hivemind Digital Group. A full-stack digital culture partner, Lightyear provides infrastructure, liquidity and market expertise, and hands-on delivery for digital ownership and engagement across physical and digital experiences. Lightyear is committed to championing artists and organizations pushing the boundaries of digital culture.
Hashtag: #HOFA #PhillipsX
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