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

Jaydeep Saha, founder of empwr.ed and an alumnus of the NUS Executive MBA(Class of 2023), opens up a conversation about his innovative approach to learning. With a distinguished career spanning technology leadership in various sectors, Saha ventures into the educational field with empwr.ed. He aims to transform how people access and perceive education globally. We

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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!

November 28, 2022
Up Close With Private Chef Ashish Poddar

The UCLA-NUS EMBA alumnus discusses his entrepreneurial journey to the kitchen and beyond.

September 10, 2022
Building a Better Tomorrow

Investor and strategist Patricia Reed (UCLA - NUS EMBA 2012) talks about her passion for sustainability and how an EMBA has helped her contribute to a better future.

Featured Profiles

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

Jaydeep Saha, founder of empwr.ed and an alumnus of the NUS Executive MBA(Class of 2023), opens up a conversation about his innovative approach to learning. With a distinguished career spanning technology leadership in various sectors, Saha ventures into the educational field with empwr.ed. He aims to transform how people access and perceive education globally. We tapped into his vast experience to find out about empwr.ed, education and his thoughts on the NUS EMBA. 

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.

April 20, 2023
From East to West, she’s aced every role!

Lily Low is the CFO at Envision Digital International Pte Ltd and an independent director at Standard Chartered Bank Singapore. With experience in both the East and West, including 19 years with IBM and a CFO role in the renewables industry in China, Lily attributes her versatility as a leader to the wide range of management and corporate skills she acquired during her EMBA program.

March 13, 2023
Challenges? Nah, Thorsten sees the world holistically!

Thorsten Molitor holds the position of Executive Vice President at Karl Storz, where he oversees Global Sales & Marketing and Global R&D. His approach to business involves seeing the world in a holistic manner and concentrating on opportunities instead of challenges. He attributes his new perspective to the NUS EMBA program and frequently shares his leadership concepts on his LinkedIn page.

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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.