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Connecting Leaders Worldwide through the Global Network Week

Effective leadership today requires understanding global markets and cultures. The NUS Executive MBA (EMBA) program addresses this through Global Network Week, providing students with global exposure, peer engagement, and practical learning application.

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September 16, 2024
Connecting Leaders Worldwide through the Global Network Week

Effective leadership today requires understanding global markets and cultures. The NUS Executive MBA (EMBA) program addresses this through Global Network Week, providing students with global exposure, peer engagement, and practical learning application.

July 15, 2024
A Doctor’s Transformation Through Education and Community Service

UCLA-NUS EMBA student Elena Azzolini looks back at the healing power of healthcare and education.

February 29, 2024
Saving Earth with Recycled Plastic Waste

UCLA-NUS Executive MBA student Cassia Cameron is driving change for sustainability in the apparel industry.

January 3, 2024
Healing Hands, Touching Lives

Doctor William Hwang (UCLA-NUS EMBA, Class of 2022) reflects on his leadership journey from patient care to cancer research.

March 8, 2023
Celebrating International Women’s Day: Keep going and be inspired

We take the opportunity to showcase our NUS BIZ female members’ stories.

December 9, 2022
The NUS EMBA residential segment experience

Ever wondered what happens during a residential segment overseas? We travelled with our students to Ho Chin Minh City, Jakarta and Tokyo to give you a glimpse of the immersive learning experience - in the classroom, and out - and the fun bonding that takes place!

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August 26, 2024
Shaping the Future: Manuel Sguazzi’s Vision at Swagelok Singapore

Manuel Sguazzi, a 2023 NUS Executive MBA graduate and Vice President of Sales and Marketing at Swagelok Singapore, has a 15-year career spanning global markets. He excels in leadership, innovation, and strategy in technology and sustainability sectors.

July 30, 2024
Pioneering Digital Excellence across Different Cultures: Insights from Naohiro Yamaura , COO of Ayudante, Inc.

Mr. Naohiro Yamaura, COO of Ayudante, Inc. and NUS Executive MBA alumnus (Class of 2024), exemplifies leadership in digital marketing. Ayudante, a specialist in Google-centric solutions, expanded its regional presence by acquiring Southeast Asia data marketing firm Sparkline in June 2024.

April 2, 2024
Redefining Education: Insights from Jaydeep Saha, Founder of empwr.ed

Jaydeep Saha, founder of empwr.ed and a 2023 NUS Executive MBA graduate, leverages his technology leadership background to innovate in education. Through empwr.ed, he seeks to transform global access to and perception of education. His insights draw from a distinguished career across various sectors.

November 26, 2023
Tech for good: Championing mental health through purpose-driven entrepreneurship

Jeff and his team are championing mental wellness through Zoala. The mental health platform operates online and via a mobile phone app.  Users receive regular check-ins, virtual assisted therapies, and community access, ensuring a seamless continuity of care. Let’s find out how the team met during the EMBA(Singapore) program and how it helped develop their synergy to start Zoala.

June 12, 2023
From shampoo to skincare, he’s always up for more.

Koji Kobayashi embraces new experiences, marketing different products in India and Shanghai. After a decade, he seeks a new challenge and joins The NUS EMBA program in 2014. Now, he enjoys being an industry speaker on marketing analytics, sharing knowledge with MBA candidates and giving back to NUS BIZ. We interviewed Koji to hear his thoughts on the EMBA program.

May 9, 2023
Learning from diverse classmates boosts soft skills

Tan Yong Wah, NUS EMBA Class of 2000, retired as the Chief Information Officer of the Hong Kong Monetary Authority. He values the unique learning opportunities of the NUS EMBA, including diverse classmates and their knowledge-sharing over meals and drinks after class. Yong Wah believes that even an hour of post-class discussions can provide valuable nuggets of wisdom.

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February 22, 2023
Thought Leadership, Frameworks, Tools and Immersion

Dr. Prem Shamdasani, the academic director of NUS Executive MBA was interviewed by The European Business Review. He talked about a tough future in which the only constant is change awaits those who aspire to leadership in the world of business. The school's commitment to providing that Asian context and focus through networking and immersive learning has remained consistent and true to its proposition.

January 16, 2023
Student shares about their EMBA journey at in-person event

The physical info sessions have been resumed back since Covid. The academic director, Prof Shamdasani explained that the NUS Executive MBA is distinctive for offering the best global business knowledge with deep Asian insights, preparing participants to lead Asian businesses to international success and helping global businesses succeed in Asia.

November 25, 2022
Announcing exciting programme enhancements

The NUS Executive MBA program has reduced in-country days to 41 and added new electives to equip participants with skills to navigate emerging technologies and trends. The 2023 intake will have access to electives such as Service Management, Digital Assets & Blockchain, Asian Business, and Digital Transformation.