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SCHOOL OF BUSINESS
Diploma
t Glanc
business studies grouping
• business (t01)
• logistics & operations
management (t01)
• marketing (t01)
accounting & finance (t02)
business information
technology (t36)
communications &
media management (t40)
culinary & catering
management (t18)
hospitality & tourism
management (t08)
law & management (t09)
leisure & events
management (t61)
retail management (t39)
Dir ctor 'Not
ont nt
Christian
Co Pepito
Diploma in Retail
Management
Year 1
2 10 HIGHLIGHTS
OF THE
SCHOOL OF
BUSINESS
Check out our
vibrant achievements
dear students,
Soon you will embark on a new journey, a
stepping stone towards your future careers.
In the School of Business, we strive to
cultivate your budding talent, build more
opportunities for collaboration and further
4 EMBRACE THE
drive your innovation spirit. With 11
diplomas, you will definitely find one that can
ignite your passion. Check out our course EXPERIENCE
guide to find out more about each diploma Phyllis
Poh Lay Suan
and it will help you with your decision. Diploma in Students and
Accounting teachers share about
At our polytechnic, you will be able to excel and Finance their internships,
Year 1
in your forte as well as gain new insights and attachments and visits!
skills. More students and adults are enrolling
in our courses thanks to our rigorous
curriculum and valued industry training.
You will be able to gain rich experience
5 PAVING YOUR WAY
through our courses and receive various
opportunities from our strong industry
collaborations, including internship
Find out how EAE and SkillsFuture
programmes that will prepare you for your
can enhance your education
career path.
We are also supportive of the SkillsFuture
6 COURSE GUIDE
initiatives to enable students to enrich their
learning journey in the School of Business.
One of the initiatives is the Earn and Learn Let me share more about Temasek’s Student Profile with you! Browse our exciting courses here
programme, where graduating students
can learn while on the job. This secures
them a position upon graduation, while
allowing them to continue their learning
within the organisation.
Lifelong Learners
Our courses encourage our students
Values-centered Leader
With the various opportunities that are
32 BIG SCREEN
BUZZ, BYOD
to become self-directed learners, who offered, students can choose to build Peep these must-watch flicks before
In this issue, find out what we have to offer remain competent despite any challenges on their leadership and communication you start school and check out these
by exploring stories from current students and resilient in the face of rapid changes. skills in and out of the classroom. Building cool gadgets!
and graduates. From internship experiences Armed with such skills and qualities, they character while possessing important
to overseas programmes and trips, read will move on to be lifelong learners after values and strong citizenship, they will
about what you can expect if you join the graduating from TP. learn to become collaborative both as Noorjan
School of Business. leaders and team mates. Begum
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Diploma in
We look forward to you discovering the heart
Marketing SCHOOL OF BUSINESS
of business at TP’s School of Business. Future-oriented Creator
Year 2
STARTER KIT
Pulsate to the vibrant beats as you embark
on a journey of self-discovery. You will grow At TP, we cultivate each student to be Director Start school right with these
both academically and professionally, and a future-oriented creator; using their School of Business essential pieces
find yourself with a strong business acumen informative digital know-how to innovate
when you graduate. and bring out the entrepreneur in them.
1
THE
TOP
andy sim kingston lim
6 CCM ALUMNI,
CLASS OF 2016
Ms Shannon Low,
Ms Kuah Chew Shian and
Mr Dwayne Cheong won
the Most Implementable
Solution Award at the
F&B Hackathon organised
Achievements and Accolades by the Restaurant
Association of Singapore.
1 Three Junior students
5 DIPLOMA IN
LOGISTICS AND
from the
Diploma in MARKETING 7
3 students from the
Diplomas in
OPERATIONS MANAGEMENT Seniors Andy Sim,
Kingston Lim Chun Kai
and Ng Jia Xing, Jolene,
Hospitality & Tourism
Management
emerged Winner in the
Standard Commercial Movie Leisure & Events Management
in the Supply Chain Challenge 2017, organised by the Category of the 11th Gatsby received the 2017 Pacific Asia Travel
Singapore Logistics Association and the Creative Awards organised
Association Award of Excellence for
the Singapore Temasek Polytechnic
Singapore University of Social Sciences. by the Mandom Corp! The team’s
video was also presented with a
Student Chapter!
3
The team of students consisting of Samuel Cheong Si En, special Character Award as well as
(The award recognises the student chapter
Geraldine Phoon Min Hui and Melody Tang Hing Ying, emerged that best exemplifies dedication to the
from over 80 submissions to be in the final four teams who
another award for sound and effects. development of the tourism industry.)
presented their case to the judges at the SUSS Cultural Centre
on 19 July 2017. Four BIT students
collaborated with students
from the School of Informatics
and IT and School of Design
to participate in the National On Sat 29 July,
8 two
Data Viz Video Challenge student teams from the
jaslyn
tan to produce a video on skills Diploma in Business
upgrading. The cross- (HRM elective cluster) participated in the
disciplinary team did well Singapore HR Challenge 2017
and went into the finals Grand Finals at Singapore Polytechnic.
Organised by SHRI and supported
of the competition! by HR practitioners as well as
SHRI Council
members. The event
serves to engage future
Five CMM Juniors and six MKG
4
Zachariah Mathias Chow,
a Culinary and Catering
leaders, people managers,
critical thinkers, and 9 seniors took part in the Global Brand
Planning Competition. They proposed
Management Diploma contributors of the new
2
and presented business branding plans before a panel
Congratulations to graduate, won three awards - Best Media workforce. Team Mayo
consisting of Kouki of marketing practitioners. Ashie Singh from CMM
Tan Lay Koon Jaslyn of Menu, Best Appetiser and Best Main won the Best Speaker award and both teams were
Seah, Stephanie Yee,
Course - and was overall champion in awarded the Sliver Award.
Diploma of Accounting Singapore Top Young Chef 2017!
Leon Tay, Kelvin Goh,
Christopher Wong and
and Finance for winning Raden Adriyan B Raden Azmi also took Jeslyn Khong took
the Outstanding Deaf Student home the award for Best Dessert. home the 3rd place
(Tertiary Education) 2016
Award! The award is conferred by On his internship at Iggy’s, a
position while Shu Min,
Joey Koh, Sarah Wong, 10
The Singapore Association local fine dining restaurant, Aulin Wan, Kah Wei,
for the Deaf to recognise the
achievement of hearing impaired
“Expectations at Iggy’s were very
high. Everyone was strict and we
Xia Xian of Team AOG,
clinched the 4th place. REWARDING LIVES
individuals in academic, vocational had to be proper and organised. OF OUR STUDENTS FROM
and tertiary education. That pushed me to be the same
way for competitions as well.”
WWW.FACEBOOK.COM/TPBIZSCHOOL
Zachariah Mathias Chow
@TPBIZSCHOOL
2 3
lisa chua
mbrac Th
Check out these students’ unique internship experiences overseas!
xp ri nc
A London-Style Eye Opener similarities and differences between informative visit at an International Law
Travelling the World with the
In March 2017, 35 LAW students went on the 2 systems. firm. Apart from learning opportunities, the
an Overseas Study Trip to the UK. The students were also given an opportunity Singapore Tourism Board
students visited the UK Courts and learnt The students also got to visit OPUS2, to watch the West End Musical, “Matilda” HTM Senior Lecturer Lisa Chua was in for
about the Judicial System in UK. Although a legal technology company, and learnt and visited the British Museum. Due to the an amazingly exciting learning journey after
Singapore adopted the UK Judicial System about how legal technology is changing the attacks on 22 March 2017, the students she was selected for a Strategic Industry
when she established her Judiciary, both way lawyers and judges work. In addition, could not visit the House of Parliament Engagement with the Singapore Tourism
jurisdictions have since evolved. It was an students were treated to lectures by Law and instead spent the day sightseeing at Board (STB)’s Regional Offices in Dubai
eye-opener for students to learn about the Schools to get a taste of UK Law and an St. Paul’s Cathedral and Borough Market. for a month and in London for 2 months.
The priceless opportunity led her to gain
various insights into the airline business,
tour business and marketing and branding
strategies for various market segments.
While in both countries, she also discussed Lisa’s all-rounded attachment diversified
During her stay in Dubai, she got to be a opportunities for student exchange her competency in tourism planning and
part of exciting experiences like STB trade programmes and developing them into development, enhanced her knowledge
events in the Middle East and Europe. educational trips with institutions such of the air transport business, and her
Throughout her stint, she experienced as the Emirates Academy of Hospitality newfound skills contributed to the STB
vibrant tourism activities in the UK and Management and University of Surrey. team’s technical capability in the travel
Europe, such as local markets and special The Jumeirah Group, which also owns the business marketing and air transport
interest tours, and how there was a lack of world-renowned luxury hotel Burj Al Arab, is business sectors. What an experience!
Singapore’s presence in the overseas tours also keen on student internships as they are
offered by tour operators in the UK. looking for bilingual candidates.
SkillsFuture
Skills Framework Paving Your Way
Education and Career
Guidance (ECG) Unsure of which career best Find out more about the
suits you? The Skills Framework Early Admissions Exercise
ECG equips you with the
provides career pathways, wage (EAE) and SkillsFuture
necessary knowledge to ensure
trends, desired skill sets of initiatives to ensure you start
you make informed decisions.
each identified occupation, and your journey in the School of
workforce profiles that guides you Business right!
Get involved in ECG-related
in your decision to becoming a
activities and lessons in TP!
professional in this sector.
Take the chance to explore Early Admissions
career options based on your Exercise (EAE)
interests and abilities, and
develop skills that will enable Young Talent Programme (YTP) If you’ve got strong aptitude
you to make the transition to or interest in a field related
Gain global exposure and
the workforce smoothly. to the diploma course you
market immersion experience!
Students who have been awarded are applying for, the EAE
Our faculty members were also programmes to engage different
allows you to apply and
audiences, and utilised social media funding for overseas immersion
given opportunities to go for Earn and Learn programmes such as internships receive conditional offers
and tasteful merchandising to draw Programme
Strategic Industrial Engagement younger audiences. may be eligible for co-funding for admission. For more
(SIE), aimed at strengthening The SkillsFuture Earn from International Enterprise (IE) information go to
and Learn Programme to cover daily expenses. www.tp.edu.sg/admissions
technical capability and building Clauderlene was attached to the
provides you with
niche capabilities. Gallery’s Education department from
opportunities, upon Modes of assessment:
May to July 2017 and was tasked to
graduation, to build on Portfolio, interviews and
pull together a survey and research
Putting A Fresh Spin the skills and knowledge Enhanced Internships aptitude tests, where
framework for the next 3-5 years.
on Experience This involved a review of its existing
you acquired in school, Enhanced Internships aim to make relevant and appropriate.
LEM lecturer, Clauderlene Tan, had the and better support the internship experience a more Participation in relevant
education programmes and survey
opportunity to put aside teaching for one your transition into the fulfilling one for students with CCAs, Advanced Elective
findings and recommending strategies
semester and return to the industry so that workforce. Head to clear learning outcomes, better Modules (AEMs) and Applied
to manage the learning experiences
she could observe emerging practices and www.skillsfuture.sg/ mentorship, and extended periods Graded Subjects (AGS).
at the Gallery.
study how the National Gallery Singapore earnandlearn to find out of internship.
tackles challenges unique to arts and how to apply. When you can apply:
As the Gallery engages agile talents for
cultural institutions. The attachment has refreshed Apply the knowledge you learn in EAE applications commence
its wide range of exhibitions, programmes
Clauderlene’s teaching in areas such school and improve your skills in in June/July every year, for
and events for schools and the public, this
Since its opening, the NGS has harnessed as curation of educational or public the workplace setting! Remember admission into polytechnics
presented an opportunity for Clauderlene
technology to enhance visitor experience, programmes and training staff who to discuss it with your supervisor or in the following year
to rub shoulders with people from diverse
developed a range of exciting public walks of life with other specialised skills. engages the public in learning experiences. lecturer if you are facing difficulties.
4 5
bsg exposes me to the BUSINESS
interesting world of STUDIES
business before i GROUPING
choose what i want
to concentrate on!
CELESTE GOH, YEAR 1
B us n DIPLOMA IN
BUSINESS
DIPLOMA IN LOGISTICS
& OPERATIONS
MANAGEMENT
DIPLOMA IN
MARKETING
anag m n t
M Do What You Love,
Where You Love. Secure Your Tertiary
When I was in Secondary 3 and 4,
)
Grouping I visited each polytechnic’s open
Education Through Early
Studies Admissions Exercise
(Business you best. house and discovered that Temasek
ourse that suits Polytechnic had the warmest, As the daughter of a single mother
de to find the c friendliest and most welcoming who raised three kids, I wanted to
sts and aptitu
your intere
atmosphere. I’ve always known pitch in financially as much as I can.
Discover that I want to own my own business To help the family, I hold two part-time
and become an Entrepreneur one jobs during the weekends and school
day, and I knew that Temasek holidays - one as a Changi Airport
Business Studies Grouping 2 You will have ample opportunities Polytechnic’s Business Studies Check-In Staff for Scoot, and another
(BSG) is a common first-year to discover your personal Grouping was the place for me. as an insurance promoter. The Early
course that offers you the unique strengths, aptitude and interests Despite my limited understanding Admissions Exercise (EAE) helped
before choosing the diploma of business initially, BSG has me to secure my tertiary education
opportunity to study various core equipped me with the relevant
course that best suits you. even before I took my O Levels.
business subjects in your first core business fundamentals
two semesters and to discover 3 In the first year, you can explore
that I will eventually need to
This gave me a chance to pursue
the career options and course my passion in my course of study
your personal strengths, aptitude, requirements of the three diploma begin my entrepreneurial while balancing my work-life. Doing
interests and career aspirations. courses before choosing your journey. My O Levels ELR2B2 my best at work grants me financial
During this time, you can explore preferred diploma course at the score of 8 offered me a flexible security while the hard work that I
the career opportunities and course end of the first year. choice of tertiary institutes to put in for my CCA and school work
continue my education, and Temasek gives me many opportunities to attain
requirements of the three diplomas 4 The only polytechnic business
Polytechnic has not disappointed!
course with a common foundation scholarships and bursaries, which also
before choosing one course. I’m loving my time in TP and I am
year leading to a choice in one of helped alleviate my mother’s financial
currently in the Business Studies concerns. Many questioned my choice
the three diploma courses.
Club subcommittee, TP Student to forgo a Junior College education, to
Why should you apply for BSG? Union subcommittee and the main which I would reply:
1 You will study various core business committee for charity initiative
subjects covering all aspects of Career Opportunities Smile-A-Wish. The wealth of events “I chose BSG because I get
and activities offered by Temasek
successful businesses. This will lay
The career opportunities will Polytechnic has allowed me to gain
to pick my specialisation
the foundation for wide-ranging career
opportunities to succeed in today’s be in line with the diploma more exposure while having a ton early in my tertiary education
global environment. that you choose. of fun in the process! and I’m happy to be able to
Benedict Poh
study what I love.”
2017 last aggregate score (las): 1 5 Shantel Lim
6 7
diplomas
t0 1
Learning Journey
to HP Enterprise
The classroom was brought to
the modules taught here life for 40 BUS seniors taking
really prove to be essential the elective subject "Product
Development & Innovation" from the
in shaping our foundation of Entrepreneurship cluster. Students
business knowledge. had been tasked to work on the
theme of “Smart City” for their
JUFRI B JAMIL, YEAR 2 group projects, which is in line with
Singapore’s Smart Nation initiative.
Students visited HP Enterprise's
new Asia Pacific and Japan (APJ)
office to learn about their latest
innovations. It was an eye-opening
experience for the students to get
live demos of various ‘Smart City’
projects developed by the HP
B u in
Enterprise team.
iness
in the a rea of bus
nowledge
ies and k
c ompetenc
Develo p c o re ma in Business!
m an ag em en t with the Diplo
and
The Diploma in Business Centre at TP and Structured Human
(BUS) provides a strong Resource Internship Programme with
broad-based foundation in business SNEF. Structured internship for students
pursuing Entrepreneurship elective
and management with three focus cluster through the collaboration with
areas in Human Resource Management, SMECentre@ASME and North East CDC
Entrepreneurship/Managing SMEs via the Business Innovation Programme.
HR Industry Manpower Plan development in enterprises, the Institute SkillsFuture Earn and
and International Business. Students (HRIMP) for Human Resource Professional ( iHRP), Learn Programme for
3 TP’s first Public Service Commission The new Human Resources Industry a professional body for HR was set up by Human Resource
will specialise in two business elective (PSC) scholar graduated from BUS. tripartite partners: Ministry of Manpower
Manpower Plan (HRIMP) was unveiled on The SkillsFuture Earn and Learn
clusters to meet industry needs. The (MOM), National Trades Union Congress
10 July 2017 to support the HR industry Programme (ELP) for Human Resource
flexible and relevant curriculum covers as a strategic enabler of our economy in (NTUC) and Singapore National Employers
(HR) is a structured work-study
the core knowledge and skills that Singapore. The launch saw the collaboration Federation (SNEF). iHRP is the only
programme designed in collaboration
supervisors and executives are expected Scholarships Available of the five polytechnics and two ITEs in professional body in Singapore authorised
with industry partners by the Human
to have in business and management. Singapore. To set the HR standards of to implement the national HR certification,
1 Crescendas Scholarship
known as the iHRP certification. Resource Sector Coordinating Team
excellence and enable human capital (HRSCT). It gives fresh graduates from
2 Kelly Services Scholarship
the Polytechnics and Institutes of
Why should you apply for BUS? Technical Education a head-start in HR.
1 Dual specialisation from six elective clusters The Innovator at Heart
such as Human Resource Management, Career Opportunities Karyl Janelle Hong (second “I have gained knowledge
Entrepreneurship, International Business, Students will be given opportunities from right) represented Temasek which is relevant and useful
Banking, Finance & Investment, and
in diverse areas such as human Polytechnic and Singapore in my work environment.
Tourism & Leisure Business.
resource, entrepreneurship, in global competitions such I am delighted to be able to
2 Industry relevant training for students international business, banking, as the PolyU Innovation & gain a specialist diploma
pursuing Human Resource elective finance and investment, and Entrepreneurship Global Student as well as valuable work
cluster through Kelly Services Career Challenge 2017. Working with
tourism & leisure business. experience.”
her friends from TP School of
Engineering, the 3rd year Diploma Cassandra Wong Chuting
2017 last aggregate score (las): 1 5 in Business student who is an 2017 Graduate
innovator at heart, has gained Specialised in Human Resource
considerable international Management & Finance
exposure in the world of ELP Trainee, Junior Associate,
entrepreneurship. HR & Talent at Group M.
8 9
diplomas
t0 1 don’t be afraid to be
yourself, take every
opportunity that comes
your way and know that
you can do it.
JONATHAN LIONG, YEAR 2
Cream of the Crop
Olivia Low graduated top of the LOM
course with a perfect cGPA of 4.0
and was accorded with the Singapore
Logistics Association Course Gold
Medal for her academic endeavours.
n t
Besides her outstanding academic
Manag m
performance, she was also selected
as the TP representative to participate
in the WorldSkills Singapore 2017 in
the Freight Forwarding Skills Category
where she displayed strong mastery
of logistics-related skills to emerge as
ment
s Manage
champion. A freight-focused internship
Seizing The Day
peration
istics & O
was also designed for her so that she
Log Spencer Ho attributed a lack of At TP, he became the President of
m the Diploma in focus and distractions for his lack of TP Band (Gold Award at National
could deepen her skills in this category.
aining fro For her efforts, she was also awarded
Receive tr grow ing logistics in
dustry. academic output during his secondary Competition) and President of Logistics
the inaugural TP Skills Mastery Award
to ex ce l in th e school days. He entered TP with & Operations Management Interest
2017. In October 2017, she represented
little expectations and ambitions. Group and organised many events.
Singapore to compete at the WorldSkills
Yet, beyond his wildest dreams, he Besides the All-Round Excellence
International Competition held in Abu
completed his extraordinary TP journey award, he also graduated as a Bronze
The Diploma in Logistics & 2 Broaden knowledge beyond classrooms through Dhabi where she emerged as the Overall
by winning the prestigious CapitaLand Medallist from the Diploma of LOM.
Champion in the Freight Forwarding
Operations Management company-based projects, field trips, overseas Award for All-Round Excellence 2017. His drive and hard work bore fruit
study trips, industry internships and more. Skills Category!
(LOM) provides you with a strong After he entered Business Studies as he won an NTU scholarship and
business foundation in the 1st year. 3 Enjoy bonding with lecturers and fellow students Grouping in TP Business School post will embark on a double degree
In the 2nd Year, you will develop in a close-knit course. O Levels, the seeds to pursue all-round (Economics & Public Policy) program
excellence were planted when he found after his National Service.
core competencies through 4 Vast Continued Education Training opportunities
available through Earn-and-Learn programs a highly motivating environment right
subjects such as Supply Chain
and more. from the beginning. From there, he “TP is where growth
Management & Technology, realised that if he put in the necessary opportunities are aplenty,
Operations Management, amount of work, results will show and one simply has to seize
Purchasing Principles & Practices, more doors will open.
Scholarships Available them as they come along.”
Distribution Centre Management,
Quantitative Analysis and Transport 1 NTUC FairPrice Spencer Ho, 2017 Graduate
Management. Senior Year subjects, 2 Port of Singapore Authority
such as Major Project and
Student Internship Program, are
application-based and designed to Career Opportunities “My managers supported me Lending A Helping Hand
consolidate learnings and sharpen Graduates have extensive career throughout the SkillsFuture In June 2017, approximately 60
skills. You can also select an opportunities in industries with logistics Earn & Learn Programme. students of the LOM Diploma took
elective out of Startup LaunchPad and supply chain operations such as part in an Overseas Community
freight forwarders, retailers, hospitals,
Now that I have successfully Service Programme in Bintan. During
(Entrepreneurship), Service completed the course, I can
banks and manufacturers. Entry-level the trip, they spent a full day at the Al
Excellence & Account Management understand the industry and
positions include business analyst, Khoir Orphanage carrying out basic
and Business Calculus. purchasing executive, customer the role better, and reaffirm reconstruction and refurbishment works
service executive, import/export that I am suited for this while interacting and playing with the
Why should you apply for LOM? coordinator, inventory controller, industry. Gaining relevant children. The gloomy weather which
operations executive, supply
1 The pioneer polytechnic diploma in chain analyst, transport /
work experience is a bonus brought intermittent showers failed to
dampen the spirits of the students while
logistics with the largest network of shipping executive and on top of the qualifications.” they were there; instead they continued
successful graduates. warehouse executive. with the work expected of them with
Amelia Tan Yan Neng, 2014 Graduate
Account Servicing Executive both joy and focus. The common
2017 last aggregate score (las): 1 5 ST Logistics, now Singpost experiences and bonds forged in the trip
were definitely one of the highlights in
their TP journey.
10 11
diplomas
t0 1 Lending a Helping Hand –
Overseas Community Programme
In June 2017, 19 students embarked on a journey
to learn more about social enterprises and visited
Cambodia to tackle a sustainable marketing
challenge, known as 'Marketing for Mamas', as
part of their Sustainable Community Development
you’ll get lots of module. The students, through a myriad of
opportunities to experience activities, experienced the intricate relationships
between the beneficiaries (Cambodian Kompheim
new things so take villagers under poverty), HUSK Cambodia (the
the chance to learn social enterprise), and customers (travel agents).
and enjoy! In-depth interviews were conducted with local
ANGELES SIR QYLE, YEAR 2 travel agents to gather insights on their buying
behaviour for corporate gifts. Students also
interacted with the founders of HUSK Cambodia
to understand their vision and motivation in
sustainable development for the Kompheim
villagers. Based on these experiences and
t ing
insights, the students created and presented their
k
marketing strategies to HUSK Cambodia, who
a r
were very pleased with the plans.
W
M
a n t to b e a creati
and branding?
Th
ve proble
e D ip lo m
m
a
-solver in
in Marketing w
the field
ill equip
of marketi
ng
you with all the skills you need to excel.
The Diploma in Marketing 2 Coursework-based and highly Industry Visits
(MKG) provides you with industry-driven to prepare you to Recently, 45 MKG students visited the new DBS Financial Hub at
a solid foundation in business be SkillsFuture ready. 45 Tras Street as part of their involvement in developing a marketing
campaign for the financial hub. The students were hosted by
knowledge and expertise. You 3)
3 Build competencies in emerging “As we look beyond our options, the true purpose of the DBS Financial Planning team who conducted a live demo on
will learn essential business areas of marketing such as digital education is to ultimately provide you with the right personal financial goals and assessments.
skills, develop functional marketing, marketing analytics kind of mind set, critical skills, and relevant knowledge
competencies in core marketing and cross-functional skills to to thrive in this competitive world. I believe TP has
and business areas, and prepare prepare you for the professional successfully infused these elements in the curriculum
for work through applied studies marketing environment. and that is what the future employers are looking for.”
in marketing analytics, digital
& social media marketing and Besides participating actively in various extra curriculum
marketing account management. Career Opportunities activities, 2017 graduate Andy Sim Meng Hwan took
part in numerous competitions and had won a number
A wide range of challenging and
of awards, such as top placement in an international
Why should you apply dynamic career options awaits you in
advertising competition organised by Gatsby and IPRS
areas such as branding, advertising,
for MKG? marketing communications, events PR student of the year.
1 Focus on 360° active learning marketing, public relations, trade and
consumer sales and marketing. After graduating from TP, he submitted an application
that provides you with real-life
for a temporary position at Singtel, the company
work exposure through industry
he interned at and was quickly offered a position in
partnerships, enabling you to be
their HR department. He was then offered the Singtel
Putting Their Skills to The Test
Critical, Creative and Confident. In June 2017, six MKG seniors, Mukmin Pitoyo, Darien Mark
Undergraduate Scholarship (Singtel UGS) after a
gruelling process of interviews and an aptitude test. Anonuevo, Chean Zhi Yin, Shanice Loh and Steffani Ang,
2017 last aggregate score (las): 1 5 represented the diploma in the Global Brand Planning Competition,
an annual branding competition that attracted teams from tertiary
“I am excited to move onto the next institutions from China, Singapore and Taiwan.
phase of education and elated to know
that my career progression is carefully The MKG students came up with an innovative business idea
taking shape.” offering pre-packed local food distributed for sale through vending
MKG Alumni Andy Sim Meng Hwan machines available 24/7. They put up a good show during the finals
Current SMU Undergraduate and took home the Silver Award.
12 13
diplomas
t0 2
this course
drives you to be more uSPRINT
independent and confident. The Diploma in Accounting & Finance
(A&F) collaborated with UOB Kay Hian to
LING BAO YI, YEAR 1 adopt their Utrade online trading platform,
allowing students to trade shares and
monitor portfolios with the aim of applying
what they’ve learnt in the Security
Analysis & Portfolio Management (SAPM)
subject – an elective under the Finance &
Investment Cluster. As part of the SAPM
Trading Game component of the subject,
A&F students were given the opportunity
t ng
to connect their education with the
n
A ou n
real world of stock trading via their
participation in UOB Kay Hian’s uSPRINT,
a stock trading competition.
na
Overseas Study Trip
From 4 to 10 April 2017, 26 A&F
students and 2 A&F staff went
to South Korea as a platform to
widen students’ understanding
and learning of related areas of the
ed,
try. Be a well-train diploma from a global perspective.
nce indus Through the trip, students gained
rative fina
s ig h t in to the luc a in Accounting
& Finance. first-hand experience and cross-
Gain in with th e D ip lo m cultural exposure to international
vy professional
financially-sav
business environment, processes
and practices. Among the places
visited were the Bank of Korea
Currency Museum, Korea Exchange,
Seeking employment in the ACCA (The Association of Chartered Certified KIA Motors manufacturing plant and
finance industry? The Diploma Accountants), CIMA (Chartered Institute of Korea University Business School.
in Accounting & Finance (A&F) is the Management Accountants), ICAEW (The Institute
first diploma course in Singapore to of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales),
ICSA (The Institute of Chartered Secretaries and
offer professional training in both Administrators) and CMFAS (Capital Markets and
accounting and financial know-how. Financial Advisory Services).
Outstanding Deaf Student skills. She was paired up with the Finance
Why should you apply for A&F? (Tertiary Education) Director of Singtel.
Scholarships Available 2016 Award
1 Dual specialisation for wider career She was interviewed by two companies and
opportunities in both the accountancy 1 ACCA Singapore Scholarship Tan Lay Koon Jaslyn’s story is one to was offered a position at both of them. She
profession and financial services industry. inspire. Despite being born with a hearing decided on the data analytics job in MOH
2 Accounting & Finance Scholarship by Schroders
impairment, she excelled and obtained
2 New pathway through the Earn and Investment Management (Singapore) Ltd
a Higher NITEC in Accounting/Business
Holdings Pte Ltd, earning a good grade for
Learn Programme leading to the her performance appraisal. Just like she
Advanced Diploma in Accountancy and
3 ISCA Scholarship Studies and qualified for the Diploma was in school, Jaslyn was commended for
in Accounting & Finance in TP. Friendly, her pleasant disposition and administrative
opportunity to embark on the Singapore
considerate and committed to her abilities by her supervisor.
QP (Qualification Programme) to attain
Career Opportunities education, Jaslyn is constantly praised for
the Singapore Chartered Accountant
her proactiveness in providing academic After completing her exams in TP, Jaslyn
designation. An exciting range of career help to her classmates. actively sent out resumes to apply for
3 Benefit from hands-on, industry relevant opportunities awaits you in the
jobs. She went for a number of interviews
curriculum taught by caring, experienced areas of accounting, audit, taxation, For her internship, Jaslyn worked with
and dedicated lecturers. and landed a 4-month contract job as an
finance, banking, investment, Elaine Phay, TP's Special Educational accounts assistant with Singapore Police
4 Gain exemptions from programmes insurance, stockbroking and Needs Officer, to explore opportunities with Force. She has also recently received
by professional organisations such as wealth management. SG Enable companies. Jaslyn participated a permanent job offer for the post of
in the RISE Mentorship, a 12-week Executive (Payroll & Claims) with Vital, the
work mentoring scheme where students
2017 last aggregate score (las): 1 2 shared services arm under the Ministry of
with disabilities from universities and Finance which delivers corporate shared
polytechnics are matched with business services to the different ministries. Jaslyn’s
managers for weekly mentoring sessions professional success is a testament
which include mock job interviews and to the strength of her character and
honing networking and resume-writing determination.
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it is the best of both worlds.
the business and information
technology modules equip me
to be both business-minded
and tech-savvy.
TEMUUJIN CHIAM, YEAR 1
A group of BIT students went
to Bangkok, Thailand for a
week-long study trip to learn
more about the entrepreneurial
in
spirit of the Thais.
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Weaving Business, Technology,
Entrepreneurship & Innovation Together
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The people of Thailand are well-known for their
creative and innovative spirits, and BIT students
aimed to inherit some of these positive traits during
their week-long trip to Thailand. They first visited
C-ASEAN, a social enterprise with a DreamOffice
gy
initiative that incubates and mentors startups;
l o
and made their rounds to various start-ups and
chno
companies including those in the engineering and
finance sector. The students learned how startups
were founded and operated without geographical
barriers and how technologies can be co-developed
by leveraging on the expertise of participants
from different countries. Thailand is truly a place
overflowing with creative people who gather to
th thro ugh co-create ideas for a good cause.
e c a ta ly st of grow
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rself to be
u e n v ision you Diploma in
If y o
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Business Information Technology wan kenneth
yeo peter
yeo
Jointly offered by TP 3 The BIT student team was the first ron teo
School of Business and polytechnic team to receive a grant from the
School of Informatics & IT, this Singapore-MIT Alliance for Research and emmy teo
Technology *(SMART) Innovation Centre.
course is perfect for those who
want to be business professionals
with an IT edge, or the next
Scholarships Available
Technopreneur. At the Diploma in
Business IT (BIT), you will learn Infocomm Polytechnic Scholarship
from the best of both worlds to
kick-start an exciting career of
transforming businesses. Career Opportunities
Armed with both business acumen
as well as a technological mindset, BIT FinTech-nologists
Why should you apply for BIT?
you can start your career as a The positive study environment, lecturers with dedication and unparalleled
1 Choose from six business domains to business analyst, data miner, ERP/ support in BIT prompted Peter Yeo to encourage his younger brother
enhance your career prospects and CRM analyst, pre-sales analyst, Kenneth Yeo to follow in his footsteps. Living by the motto, “The Sky’s the Sibling Technopreneurs
further education opportunities. project coordinator, account Limit”, Peter put forward creative initiatives such as the Entrepreneurship BIT graduates and founders of FASHORY, siblings
2 Opportunity to acquire professional executive, marketing executive, Club and the first BIT cyber LAN gaming competition in school. Years Emmy and Ron Teo recall how the fusion of Business
certifications such as SAP Certified customer service officer and more! later, younger brother Kenneth won the Colours Award recognition for with Technology groomed their technopreneurship skills.
Business Associate by the SAP representing Singapore at the World Cyber Games (WCG). The problem-solving methodology helped Emmy handle
University Alliance Programme. different projects, people and cultures as a CEO. For Ron,
After his internship, Peter became an IT consultant for a billion-dollar mega BIT taught him the importance of planning, managing
2017 last aggregate score (las): 16 project for Samsung Siltronic Silicon wafer plant. Kenneth graduated and projects and working in a team. Back in polytechnic, Ron
became a derivatives trader. Being a keen enabler of technology for finance, secured the Explorer Grant from Singapore-MIT Alliance for
Peter founded Cloudmining.sg and Selfremit.com and is now a partner of Research and Technology (SMART) with the support of the
WisemPay.com. Temasek Polytechnic BIT start-up programme.
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t4 0 An Unconventional Route
My poly life started out at another
business modules, internship
experience at Weber Shandwick
polytechnic pursuing a Diploma in and my final year Major Project
Aeronautical Engineering, because of have all helped me understand
my love for planes. But I eventually how to approach clients, prepare
realised what I truly wanted to do and for meetings and deliver effective
decided to change my career path presentations.
cmm gives me various entirely. I made the decision to finish
opportunities to learn from my national service first and applied
to enter CMM for it had a well-
What advice would you
give to students who are
industry professionals, rounded course that straddled both
considering joining CMM?
Media and Business.
we learn so much and gain Do it! Everyone I know from CMM
more confidence. CMM had the best diversity in the
has settled into different industries,
and moved into work that they
modules for me to educate myself
ASHIE SINGH , YEAR 2 enjoy, and it's all thanks to their
in the different skills in the industry
experience in CMM. The time spent
whilst understanding the business
here really helped us realise what
approach of these skills. Now, I
we've always wanted to do!
on
conceptualise, manage and produce
i ati
content for brands and work at a Phillson Rajan
ommun a
larger business management capacity 2016 Graduate
running digital content here. The
M d i nt
Rising to the Occasion How did you feel
With the aim of pursuing journalism when you found
as a career in mind, Phyllis decided out that you had
to enrol in CMM. During her won the award?
g m
Student Internship Programme,
na
During the first few months,
a
Phyllis joined The New Paper
M
my stories always ended
at Singapore Press Holdings
up being dropped due to
and found that journalism was
various reasons - that made
extremely fast-paced.Thankfully,
my self-esteem low and I
the journalism modules in CMM
thought I was faring poorly.
helped her to understand the
edia I was delighted to receive the
d ever-c hanging m basics, which enabled her to have
award, because I did work
xciting an more confidence.
al in an e hard on it and it made me
o n s p rofession agement!
ns & Media Man
a ti realise that I wasn’t doing
e a c o m munic om m un ic at io Much to her surprise, Phyllis
B C that bad of a job after all. I
the Diploma in
landscape with
received an SPH Newscom am thankful for my education
Monthly Award for Investigative at CMM as it helped to give
Reporting thanks to her article me a basic, solid foundation
“Otter nuisance at Sentosa”, which I could build my
The Diploma in 2 Multi-skilled graduates with the ability published on 6 August 2016. knowledge on.
Communications & Media to create and produce content for She beat other SPH veterans
Management (CMM) combines all media platforms in any media or from across the different Phyllis Lee
practical, hands-on training with media-related industry. publications to nab this prize. 2017 Graduate
conceptual and critical thinking
skills so that you will be able to
adapt to the rapidly changing Scholarships Available
media world. Regardless of the The University of Western Australia
medium chosen, you will be armed Updated on Social Media
with the fundamental journalistic, CMM Lecturer Kelvin Seah took
communication and design skills to Career Opportunities on an Associate Position with QED
be effective in your chosen fields. Consulting Pte Ltd for six months,
Be a digital content producer, marketing working one day a week with the
communications executive, news social media company. During his stint,
Why should you apply presenter, journalist, or reporter in the he was tasked to develop creative
for CMM? broadcast, publishing and marketing business solutions for clients and vet
communication industries. You can social media posts while familiarising
1 Articulate and confident graduates also be an entrepreneur – start and with strategic tools and interpreting the
who understand the business manage your own business. data collected. His fresh experience
behind the media industry. enabled him to augment the syllabus
in subjects like Media Management
2017 last aggregate score (las): 13 Principles and Web & Digital Media
Management to reflect contemporary
knowledge and newfound skills on
social media. Working there also gave
him the opportunity to forge new
Kelvin Seah (first from right) with QED Consulting Founder Ryan Lim and his team at a company luncheon. relations with the industry personnel.
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t1 8
at the temasek culinary
academy, i get to broaden
my knowledge, sharpen
my skills and gain The Temasek Culinary Academy
industry insights. (TCA) has a quick-service and a
full-service restaurant, individual
SABRINA HAM, YEAR 2 and production kitchens with
state-of-the-art equipment, a
ta ring
Wine Appreciation Studio, a
Cooking Demonstration Theatre
lu inary
and other accompanying facilities
to ensure students receive the
hands-on training they require to
be industry-ready.
Manag m n t hip of ind
ustry
mentors
under the
horizons
n d y o ur culinary l” to tackle the
Ex p a
de ve lo p yo ur “Chef Potentia
experts and
Food & Beverage industry.
The Diploma in Culinary 3 Gain insights to operate and manage your
& Catering Management own food & beverage business with an
(CCM) trains aspiring food and innovative and entrepreneurial mindset. Overseas Internship Singapore and their supervisors will
beverage professionals and
Opportunity usually have high expectations of
4 Receive training in five modern kitchens,
The Overseas Student Internship their skills and abilities. With practice, “There is definitely a lot of
entrepreneurs who want to two contemporary dining outlets, the supervision and feedback, students
pursue a career in the culinary Tasting Studio and a Culinary Theatre at
Programme (OSIP) spurs students to pressure working in a Michelin
can quickly learn on the job to
arts and food service industry. the Temasek Culinary Academy. gain new experiences and push their starred restaurant as high
own boundaries. For the Academic perform at the highest standards in
The course also trains students their given roles.
level of attention to detail is
year of 2017, the Diploma of Culinary necessary. But through my CCM
with a strong foundation & Catering Management sent out
in business management. Scholarships Available The students collectively agreed that training, I have learnt to be very
ten students for Overseas Student
Graduates will receive their OSIP experience is a treasured organised and tidy. These skills
1 Les Amis Group Internship Programme. Besides the
one as they were pushed to make enabled me to stay focused and
advanced standing in renowned language barrier, adapting to local
universities, including the
2 Jumbo Group of Restaurants
culture and customs is another important decisions under pressure get more things done.”
3 Crowne Plaza Changi Airport Scholarship difficulty to overcome. We have as well as handle the responsibilities
Culinary Institute of America. of living independently. Apart from
students working in France and Pursuing That Passion
4 La Compagnie des Mousquetaires d’Armagnac
Mauritius, where French is more improving their practical work-skills,
5 Paul Armstrong Scholarship by Skal students will also pick up important Foo Ai Jia, current CCM Year 3 student,
Why should you apply commonly spoken than English
has always been interested in the Food
International and the working culture is different. life skills which will serve them well
for CCM? & Beverage Industry.
The pace of work is different from beyond graduation.
1 Acquire diverse culinary, baking
and pastry skills to succeed in She was admitted to the Diploma course
a competitive restaurant. From Career Opportunities via the Direct Polytechnic Admissions, the
appetizers, main courses to Students will be trained to take on the food How to decide if you should apply for CCM? pre-cursor to the Early Admissions Exercise
desserts, you will learn the ropes and beverage industry with hotels, integrated Let our current students and graduates break down your decision-making process! (EAE). During her interview, she impressed
to become a professional chef. resorts, independent restaurants, caterers, and the panel with her research and knowledge
related enterprises such as distribution, on the industry.
2 Learn from the BEST – Students supply and purchasing. You may find yourself
will be trained by award-winning “I would advise getting
pursuing a career as a chef, restaurant some working experience “Students who find
faculty and Master Chefs from the “The trainers and Her drive and passion also secured her a
manager, sommeliers, event and catering in a restaurant prior to joy in cooking should
world renowned Culinary Institute chefs are amongst the apply for CCM. Chefs position with Bacchanalia, a 1- Michelin
sales managers or involved in food making the decision best in the country
of America. You will receive both in the industry have starred restaurant, where she did her Student
photography, styling, publicity, to pursue a culinary and are devoted to the
Culinary and Service training to be commented that CCM Internship Programme. Despite their high
journalism and marketing. education. Nothing beats students’ learning.”
a versatile hospitality professional. a personal experience!” internship students were standards, Ai Jia was given the opportunity to
Lilyan Baptist a cut above others.” perform different roles in the Kitchen, Service
Lisa Tang Year 2
2017 last aggregate score (las): 1 8 2015 Graduate Jeremy Tan and Administration. This gave her insights
Year 2 to the importance of each role and how they
contribute to overall restaurant operations.
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t0 8
my course has helped
me to have a better
understanding of
the different aspects
of the industry.
DENISE TAN, YEAR 2
Making The Best Out Of Every Situation
Glendon Oon shares his unique start in the hospitality
al i ty
industry and inspiring career path with us:
H o pi t
“Before I sat for the O Levels, my grandfather fell ill and
was hospitalised for a long time. I visited him every day
and was so inspired by the nurses there that I wanted to
apply for a nursing diploma. During course application,
ourimmnt
I realized that my color vision deficiency condition
would prevent me from applying for many of the science
and engineering courses, so I chose the Diploma in
Hospitality Tourism Management in TP because it
sounded the most interesting. I decided to make the
Manag
most of my time in TP. I took on my first waitering job at
a hotel before Year 1 started, which basically kickstarted
my career in the F&B/hospitality industry.
While studying in TP, I worked part-time at many F&B
establishments during my holidays and did my internship
d gain with the Singapore Tourism Board. Following graduation,
urism in dustry an I worked at various local establishments like the
lity and to
e hospita Swissotel and Fairmont Singapore.
s a s pects of th agement.
Explore th
e va ri o u
a in H os pi ta lit y & Tourism Man I decided to further my education at the University of
m
from the Diplo
valuable skills
New South Wales, Australia and graduated with a double
major in Marketing and Hospitality Management.
Before I returned to Singapore, I was offered a
One of TP's pioneer diplomas, example Four Seasons Hotels & Resorts, Lux* position at W Seoul Walkerhill and continued working
Hospitality and Tourism Resorts & Hotels, The Ascott Ltd, Daemyung in 5-star establishments in the region for 13 years
Management has an established Leisure Industry and Heritage Hotels in before coming back to Singapore to start my own
network of graduates throughout Mauritius, Maldives, Vietnam, Korea and New F&B consulting company GENSO.
Zealand respectively.
the industry. Students are offered an
extensive choice of overseas internship 4 MOUs signed with leading brands in three core Fuel That Passion Having a well-defined goal early in my career and the
areas of tourism: Singapore Airlines, National Having started her journey at TP through the Polytechnic attitude to always give my all has gotten me thus far
placements opportunities, study trips and I hope to inspire all our aspiring future leaders in
Association of Travel Agents Singapore & Foundation Programme, Year 3 HTM student Patricia B. Maronilla-
abroad, hands-on industry training and the hospitality and tourism industry!”
InterContinental Hotels Group. Seva is currently in her third year as a member of the Temasek
equipped with a broad foundation of Polytechnic Dance Ensemble (TPDE).
fundamental business knowledge.
Scholarships Available Patricia has been dancing for almost 12 years. She could not
List of Industry Partners
Why should you apply for HTM? 1 ASH (Association of Singapore Housekeepers)
resist joining TPDE and her experiences as an active member has
been nothing short of amazing; it has provided her with numerous Air Transportation:
1 Established and longstanding 2 Chan Brothers opportunities to fuel her passion and improve her leadership skills. • Cathay Pacific • Scoot
partnerships with leading companies in
the industry both locally and overseas
3 Les Amis Group She served as the club’s Vice President in 2015 & 2016 and was • JetStar • Singapore Airlines
4 Jumbo Group of Restaurants awarded the “Artist of the Year” at the 2017 Student Excellence
thus providing real and relevant industry Hospitality & Lodging Management:
Awards. These are just some of the highlights of her journey.
projects and collaborations. • Association of Singapore Housekeepers
2 Opportunities to be involved in tourism Career Opportunities Her dance team Viktorias emerged as champions in Super 24, • Four Seasons Hotels & Resorts
industry events such as the Singapore an annual national dance competition organised by well-known • InterContinental Hotels Group
Grand Prix (F1), Run for Hope and the Students can expect to apply dance company O School. • Les Amis Group
Asean Tourism Forum. knowledge and skills gained to • The Ascott Group
3
frontline and junior management “Dance is deeply rooted in my lifestyle and I
Bountiful local and overseas internship positions in the sectors of lodging Travel & Tourism:
opportunities with leading brands and am proud to be part of an institution that not • Chan Brothers
and accommodation, travel
companies spanning across different and tourism business, and only supports me in my pursuit for academic • Dynasty Travel
sectors and multiple countries, for airline business. excellence, but also provides me with a platform • Korean Tourism Organisation (KTO)
to further explore and develop my passions.” • National Association of Travel Agents
2017 last aggregate score (las): 16 Patricia B. Maronilla-Seva, Year 2
• Singapore (NATAS)
• Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA)
• Singapore Tourism Board
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t0 9 Audacious Alumnus
Sara Yang, 29, graduated in 2006 and
What made you want to pursue
a law degree after ten years of
was recently accepted into SUSS’s working in the legal industry?
Law school, much to her delight. We I have always wanted to be a lawyer which
chatted with her on her experience was why I chose LAW at TP, and going to law
choose a course after leaving TP! school was the natural step for me. My work
experience under Mr. Peter Low (of Peter Low
that you’re passionate Congratulations on LLC) has sustained my passion for law and
about – pick the industry completing the first semester
in Law School in SUSS! It must be
I thought that it was time for me to step out
from behind the shadows, stand up in court
that you can picture hard juggling full time work and and present my arguments myself.
yourself working in. studies, how do you manage it all?
Any advice for current students or
Thank you, I am very excited to be
SARAH NADIA, YEAR 2 back in school! I have to admit – recent graduates in TP?
balancing work, studies and family Do not be afraid to be different. It took me ten
Law
life is no easy task. At times, I do years to get into law school and I faced many
question my ability (and, sanity) to disappointments along the way (such as being
do it all. As such, I am thankful for rejected by the law schools of NUS and SMU)
the strong support I have from my but I have come to realize that my arduous
mother, husband and employer. Also, journey has equipped me with what I need
the programme at SUSS does cater to to succeed as a family and criminal lawyer:
n t
working adults. perseverance, patience and a lot of heart.
Manag m takes to u
phold la w and jus
tice
Photo: Vic Sent Pok
d what it
lw a y s wondere you
Have y o u a agement trains
Th e D ip lo m a in Law & Man
in Singapore?
to be part of an exciting industry!
Behind every successful Internship Opportunities
lawyer is a team of The Student Internship Programme is Dream Big, Aim High
paralegals who ensure the available at various law firms and legal Year 1 Law & Management student Lim Chia Yeh shares how
smooth running of a law office departments of private corporations such as: he picked up Speed Skating and juggles being on the national
team and his studies.
or legal department. Kick-start • ABN Amro Bank NV
a rewarding career with the • Hoh Law Corporation “I first stepped on the ice at the age of 14,
Diploma in Law & Managament • Legal Aid Bureau and fell in love with the feeling of gliding on ice.
• Ministry of Law
(LAW), where you will be I didn’t think of it as a sport, but rather a hobby.
• Rajah & Tann LLP
exposed to the multi-faceted
• Rodyk & Davidson LLP The adrenaline that speed skating gives me is
study of law with modules like • Sports Singapore something that I can never find in other sports”
criminal law, family law and law • State Courts
office management. • Supreme Court Fascinated by the national team’s speed skaters while he was at the
skating rink to destress before the O Levels in 2015, he plucked up the
courage to speak to a few of them. One of the skaters, now his team
Why should you apply captain, encouraged him to take up lessons in speed skating. After the
for LAW? Career Opportunities Customised Short Courses
O Levels, he had a lot more time and was picked by his coach to train
Graduates of this diploma enter the legal
1 It’s the only polytechnic diploma industry as paralegals (also called legal
together with the national team. Struggling to keep up at first, Chia Yeh In addition to its full time and part time diplomas, LAW also
course that prepares you for a eventually made it to the national development team and subsequently the runs many customised short courses to benefit various
executives). They are likely to work in
career in the legal industry. national team over the course of 2016. sectors of the Legal Industry.
local and foreign law firms, the Courts,
2 You will be highly sought-after the Attorney-General’s Chambers, various
in the legal industry as a Law & “Being a student and an athlete at the same time can be tricky, but it all The Certificate in Individual Insolvency is one such example
government departments and statutory
Management graduate. comes down to time management. For me, the most time-consuming activity of the collaboration between the Insolvency Office of the
boards and in the legal departments of
3 Gain a diploma that is recognised is commuting since I live in Jurong East. I usually try to catch up on my school Ministry of Law and the diploma, which has since completed
private local and international companies.
by many local and overseas work or on my sleep while commuting." In preparation for the SEA games, its fourth run in 2017.
Many also work in banks, insurance
universities for their law and Chia Yeh deferred his studies and travelled with the team to Korea to train for
companies, real estate companies and
non-law programmes. three months. Together, they clinched the Silver Medal at the games! Over the last three years, about 120 personnel from the
the Singapore Police Force.
Insolvency Office have attended the course at Temasek
“For now, my next goal is to achieve top three in an individual event for Polytechnic to upgrade themselves in terms of their legal
2017 last aggregate score (las): 1 2
regional competitions. For most athletes, their end goal is usually to do the knowledge and skills. The end of the course is marked with
country proud in major world events like the Olympics. That may or may not a certificate giving ceremony attended by Director of the
be possible for me as I also aim to get into law school. In any case, I will Insolvency Office Kalaselvi Rengasamy and the Course
definitely try my best to achieve both of these goals.” Manager of LAW.
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