Description
The Emerging Technologies and Entrepreneurship course, in collaboration with Rochester Institute of Technology (USA), offers students an in-depth understanding of the principles and attributes of Business 3.0 and Web 3.0. The programme is designed to equip students with the skills they need to navigate the emerging landscape of decentralized networks, blockchain technology, and the digital economy.
The course that provides students with a strong foundation in emerging technologies and the digital economy. The course covers topics such as blockchain technology, smart contracts, decentralized finance, digital assets, and Web3 protocols. Additionally, the module Circular Economy Entrepreneurship is in collaboration with Rochester Institute of Technology (USA), which gives students an added advantage in learning about the circular economy.
Using a combination of theoretical and practical learning approaches, the course provides students with opportunities to engage in hands-on projects and case studies, as well as simulations and real-world applications of Web3 technologies. Students will be equipped with the necessary knowledge and skills to analyze, design, implement, and evaluate Web3 and decentralized applications and digital assets, and to make informed decisions in a rapidly changing and complex digital environment. Assessment is based on assignments, individual and group projects, presentations, classroom participation and engagement, practical exercises, portfolios (where applicable), and other continuous assessment methods.
The course also focuses on developing critical thinking, problem-solving, and decision-making skills, enabling students to apply their knowledge of Emerging Technologies and skills in Entrepreneurship to real-world problems and opportunities. Students will work on projects and assignments that require them to think critically and creatively about how to solve problems in the digital economy, using emerging technologies and decentralized networks. By the end of the course, students will be prepared for success in the digital age, equipped with a strong foundation in emerging technologies and the knowledge to navigate the complexities of the digital economy.
To enhance their learning, students can also take up to 2 complementary electives from the other programmes in the Faculty of Management and Technology.
Current electives include:
- Introduction to Business
- Accounts and Finance
*The list of electives are provisional and will vary according to the needs of the students and curriculum.
Level Award
Diploma
Career Pathways
Upon successful completion of the course, students are eligible to progress to the Advanced Diploma Level
MINIMUM ENTRY REQUIREMENTS & COURSE STRUCTURE
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Teacher-Student Ratio
- Tutorial 1:25
- Lectural 1:80
Graduation Requirements:
- Attendance requirement
- Module Grade: minimum 50% for each module.
Fees
Total Tuition Fees: SGD$15,042 (inclusive of 9% GST)
excluding non-tuition fees and miscellaneous fees
– Payable over 2 installments
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