(Pictured above) 30 participants from mid-to-senior level government officials from 23 countries such as Bhutan, Cambodia, Fiji, Malta, Indonesia, Soloman Islands, Seychelles, and Vietnam together with IPOS International staff [Photo courtesy of MFA]

Together with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MFA), IPOS International conducted an in-person training programme under the auspices of the SCP Training Award (SCPTA). The training programme explores the evolving innovation landscape, the transformative and disruptive potential of new technology developments, and Singapore's strategy for harnessing innovation for sustainable economic growth in a knowledge-based economy.

Participants get perspectives on Industry 4.0 and innovation management from our in-house experts, local academia and leading industry practitioners. Learning journeys to multinational companies were incorporated to create a holistic learning experience for the participants. 

Programme participants attending the training session at IPOS International.

Programme participants at the Mastercard Experience Center (Singapore).

Course title

Industry 4.0 and Innovation Management

Date

11 – 15 March 2024 (In-person)

Objectives

The training programme explores the evolving innovation landscape, the transformative and disruptive potential of new technology developments, and Singapore's strategy for harnessing innovation for sustainable economic growth in a knowledge-based economy.

Participant’s Profile

 The programme was attended by 30 participants, mid-to-senior level government officials from 23 countries such as Bhutan, Cambodia, Fiji, Malta, Indonesia, Soloman Islands, Seychelles, and Vietnam who are involved in innovation management and policymaking about industry and workforce development in their country. 

About the engagement

This is the 3rd time MFA has engaged IPOS International to run the Industry 4.0 and Innovation Management training programme for mid-to senior-level government officials.

About the training programme

The programme offers a comprehensive exploration of carefully selected topics aimed at delivering invaluable insights into the dynamic landscape of innovation. Participants gain a comprehensive overview of Singapore's evolution towards Industry 4.0, as well as expert insights into strategies for fostering innovation and managing intellectual property operations in a knowledge-driven economy, delivered by our esteemed faculty from IPOS International.

Local university academia further enriches the curriculum by delving into the fundamentals of Industry 4.0, including its driving forces, associated challenges, regulatory considerations, and the evolving landscape of financial technology and digital inclusion. Additionally, the application of artificial intelligence in advancing Industry 4.0 is explored in depth. Industry practitioners offer practical perspectives and case studies on principles and applications of data analytics within a knowledge-based economy.

To deepen participants' understanding, the program incorporates immersive learning journeys to prominent institutions such as Google Singapore, the Mastercard Experience Center, and the Singapore City Gallery. These site visits provide firsthand exposure to innovative practices and technologies, enhancing participants' grasp of the subject matter.

Programme participants at the Singapore City Gallery [Photos courtesy of MFA].

Programme participants at the Google Singapore office.

About Singapore Cooperation Programme (SCP)

Singapore has provided technical assistance to other developing countries since the 1960s. As a country whose only resource is its people, Singapore believes that human resource development is vital for economic and social progress. Singapore itself has benefited from training provided by other countries and international organisations. 

In 1992, the Singapore Cooperation Programme (SCP) was established to bring together under one framework the various technical assistance programmes offered by Singapore. Through the SCP, the range and number of training programmes were increased to share Singapore’s development experience with other developing countries. Working with more than 50 local and international partners, we have shared our development experiences with close to 150,000 government officials from 180 countries, territories and intergovernmental organisations. The SCP is managed by the Technical Cooperation Directorate of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Singapore. 

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