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The FlexiMasters in Sustainable Business Ecosystems is stackable to the Executive Master of Science (MSc) in Sustainability Management. Both programmes share the same application form:
https://www.applynbs.com/apply/
After you have successfully created an account / signed in to the Application Form, please select AY2025 > Executive MSc in Sustainability Management – Commences Aug 2025.
For those who are only applying for FlexiMasters programme, please select “FlexiMasters in Sustainability Business Ecosystem” within the form.
Admission will close on 31 Jan 2025.
For information about this course, please contact us at [email protected] | (65) 6790 5613
FlexiMasters in Sustainability Business Ecosystems Programme Overview
The urgent need for sustainability management expertise is clear, and it is only growing. In a world confronted by escalating environmental challenges, social inequalities, and economic uncertainties, the demand for individuals with a profound understanding of sustainability principles and effective management strategies has never been more critical.
The FlexiMasters in Sustainability Business Ecosystems course aims to instill practical skills that empower executives and professionals to lead their organizations through the complexities of sustainable business transformation. The seven modules will focus on key knowledge, skills and tools for corporate executives and professionals to transition their companies to operate within the green economy.
Credits earned in the FlexiMasters in Sustainability Business Ecosystems are transferable to the Executive Master of Science (MSc) in Sustainability Management.
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Corporate Sustainability: Strategies and Innovations | The negative impacts of the industrial sector on both society and the environment have triggered increasing demands from Non-Governmental Organisations (NGOs), the broader civil society, and various stakeholders to adopt more sustainable and socially responsible practices across their entire operation. From sourcing to distribution and even post-use management of products and packaging, such concerns about corporate sustainability and responsibility have become pivotal for board members, shareholders, and market regulators. While climate change remains one of humanity's foremost challenges, the United Nations, working alongside numerous stakeholders, has delineated 17 Sustainable Development Goals for companies to champion. Through innovative thinking and the adoption of appropriate technologies and methodologies, businesses can markedly reduce the adverse effects of their operations on both the environment and society at large. For business leaders, it's paramount to comprehend the primary challenges in sustainability and to gain insights into the strategies and innovations that can mitigate these issues. The course will also attempt to address contentious issues in corporate sustainability. What you will learn:
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Sustainability Reporting | The modern business landscape is witnessing an escalating demand for corporations to produce sustainability reports that are transparent, reliable, and comparable. Such reports are essential to address the needs of investors and other financial market players. This course offers learners a comprehensive understanding of the paramount sustainability reporting standards deployed for Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) concerns and climate-specific data. Central to our exploration are globally recognised frameworks including the Global Reporting Initiatives (GRI), Task Force on Climate-related Financial Disclosures (TCFD), Sustainability Reporting Standards Board (SASB), and International Sustainability Standard Board (ISSB). The course lays significant emphasis on elucidating how organisations can proficiently convey information about pivotal sustainability-related risks and opportunities, ensuring that it serves the primary users of financial reports in making informed decisions. Beyond presenting the salient features of sustainability reporting, learners will gain insights into the characteristics that define high-calibre sustainability-related disclosures. This module also ventures into the tangible challenges that organisations face while implementing and auditing these disclosures. What you will learn:
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Sustainability and Law | Our world stands at a pivotal juncture, with challenges like climate change, resource depletion, environmental degradation, overpopulation, deforestation, and rapid urbanisation threatening our very existence. To navigate these tumultuous waters, governments, businesses, non-governmental entities, and international organisations are pivoting towards sustainable development. Central to these efforts is the role of law, acting both as a regulator and a harmoniser. This course surveys the most pressing sustainability issues and the existing and emerging legal frameworks that may address them across various jurisdictions. While designed for a broad audience, it offers particular insights for individuals in leadership or decision-making roles, spanning both the private and public sectors. What you will learn:
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Nature-based Solutions | In the modern age, as our planet faces unprecedented challenges, the importance of nature-based solutions — sustainable strategies that harness and bolster ecosystems for the mutual benefit of both humanity and the environment — cannot be overstated. These approaches have gained global prominence as an answer to the pressing issues of climate change, biodiversity loss, and escalating socio-economic disparities. This course seeks to immerse learners in the world of nature-based solutions, spotlighting the pivotal role that the corporate sector can play. Given businesses' multifaceted relationship with the environment, from their impact through pollution and degradation to their reliance on ecosystems for resources, understanding these sustainable strategies is crucial. Learners will gain insights into the application of nature-based solutions across diverse sectors, including urban planning and water resource management. Armed with this knowledge, learners can critically evaluate the potential of such solutions within their respective industries. Central to our exploration are two foundational frameworks: the Standard for Nature-Based Solutions set out by the International Union for Conservation of Nature and the Science-Based Targets for Nature Guidance tailored for businesses. These will be contextualised with tangible, real-world examples, providing a robust understanding of the topic. What you will learn:
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Sustainable Finance | As sustainability takes centre stage in today's business landscape, the financial sector is no exception. This course offers a thorough exploration of sustainable finance principles and techniques, covering diverse topics ranging from carbon taxation and emissions trading systems to sustainable investment methodologies. Learners will be guided through the complexities of each subject, focusing on real-world challenges and the opportunities they present, as well as the practical solutions employed in the industry. What you will learn:
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Climate Systems and Climate Change | Climate change represents one of the most significant challenges our modern world grapples with, having profound implications for our global economy. For the global business arena, the rising costs and the sheer unpredictability of climate change risks make it an area of pressing concern. However, a lot of apprehension springs from a fundamental gap in understanding the science underlying climate change. For today's leaders, it's imperative to comprehend this science and strategise effectively to counteract and adapt to these risks. In this course, learners will embark on a comprehensive journey into the intricacies of the Earth's climate system, evaluating the profound effects humanity exerts upon it and the consequential shifts we instigate. Presenting cutting-edge research on historical climate changes and their relevance to present conditions, this module also provides insights into future climate trajectories. Learners will be armed with the knowledge to discern how various facets of climate change could impinge upon business operations. We will also showcase pioneering adaptation and mitigation strategies, illustrating how businesses can not only endure but indeed prosper in a climate-altered future. What you will learn:
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Greenhouse Gasses (GHG) Emissions: Measurement and Management
| In the contemporary business landscape, there's a palpable enthusiasm echoing throughout industries regarding green initiatives and the measures businesses are taking to mitigate their carbon footprints. Both governments and private entities are vocalising their commitments to net-zero objectives. This course is designed to endow learners with a deep understanding of the prevalent techniques of carbon accounting. Delving into the fundamentals, we will guide you through the process of delineating your organisational boundary and teach you how to categorise emissions using a standardised framework. Our approach will furnish you with the tools and methodologies to proficiently measure and manage greenhouse gas emissions within any organisation. What you will learn:
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- Provide you with better access to postgraduate-level training so you can personalise your learning pathway and upskill/reskill in a timely fashion.
- Enable you to build on your experience, transit and prepare for a career shift, and become future-ready in an ever-changing employment market.
- Earn credits that you can stack towards a postgraduate degree at Nanyang Business School, Singapore
1. Programme Structure: The FlexiMasters programme consists of seven advanced interdisciplinary courses, amounting to a total of 15 Academic Units (AUs).
2. Learning Experience:- Daytime sessions are reserved for classroom interaction,
- Some evenings may be used for guest lectures, projects, group work and networking opportunities.
- A minimum Grade Point Average (GPA) of 2.5, equivalent to a C+ grade, is required to earn the AU for each course.
- The default mode of instruction is in-person classes, with considerations for online classes when necessary.
- FlexiMasters Certificate: Awarded upon completing 15 AUs, with a minimum GPA of 2.5 (C+ grade) for each course.
- Graduate Certificate: Awarded upon completing 9 AUs, with a minimum GPA of 2.5 (C+ grade) for each course.
This flexible and practical approach is designed to equip professionals with advanced knowledge and hands-on experience in sustainability, ensuring they are well-prepared to tackle real-world challenges.
- While no pre-requisites are needed to enroll in the programme, participants with relevant professional experience and/or background may stand a higher chance for admission consideration.
The next intake for this programme will be in April 2025. (Apply here).
Application closing date for the April intake: 31 January 2025.
The FlexiMasters in Sustainable Business Ecosystems is stackable to the Executive Master of Science (MSc) in Sustainability Management.
Both programmes share the same application form: https://www.applynbs.com/apply/- After you have successfully created an account / signed in to the Application Form, please select AY2025 > Executive MSc in Sustainability Management – Commences Aug 2025.
- For those who are only applying for FlexiMasters programme, please select “FlexiMasters in Sustainability Business Ecosystems” within the form.
To cater to the demanding schedules of mid- to senior-level executives, the programme will be delivered in three academic blocks over three months, each lasting four to eight consecutive days including Saturday and Sunday.
| PROGRAMME CALENDAR (TENTATIVE DATES) | |||||
| Academic Block 1 8 - 15 April 2025 (8 days) | Academic Block 2 20 - 27 May 2025 (8 days) | Academic Block 3 1 - 4 July 2025 (4 days) | |||
The University reserves the right to adjust the schedule, venue, or mode of delivery due to unforeseen circumstances without prior notice.
Programme Attendance
- Participants are required to commit to the confirmed schedule communicated to the successful cohort.
- Courses are held on campus at Gaia, the largest building in Asia made of sustainable wood and the 8th zero-energy building of NTU.
- Each teaching day is 7.5 hours in duration, and classes are held at 9:00am – 6:00pm daily (includes a 1-hour lunch break and two 15-minute refreshment breaks).
- Daytime sessions are reserved for classroom interaction, while some evenings may be used for guest lectures, projects, group work and networking sessions.
- We do not offer make-up classes for absentees.
- We understand that work or personal exigencies can come up during the programme and participants may need to defer an Academic Block. The FlexiMasters programme provides participants with the flexibility to defer an Academic Block and take them with the next intake.
- Mandatory attendance is required for programme info session and details will be provided upon successful admittance into the programme.
- Nanyang Technological University reserves the right to adjust the date, time, venue, and mode of delivery of classes due to unforeseen circumstances or prevailing government advisory.
FlexiMasters in Sustainability Business Ecosystems can be stacked into the Executive Master of Science (MSc) in Sustainability Management and similarly accredited under the following conditions:
- Up to 15 Academic Units (AUs) from the FlexiMasters in Sustainability Business Ecosystem may be transferred to the Executive MSc in Sustainability Management.
- The academic units earned from FlexiMasters are valid for five (5) years for transfer of credits to the Executive MSc in Sustainability Management.
- Credit transfers are by application only and will be assessed and approved by the University. The Programme Owners may recommend a higher Grade Point for transfer of credits. Credit transfer is subject to a cap as per University Credit Transfer Policy.
Participants
who wish to progress to the Executive MSc programme upon attaining a
FlexiMasters must submit a separate application for admission and the criteria
for admission to the Master’s Programme would apply. Placement in the Executive
MSc is not guaranteed. Visit the Executive Master of Science (MSc) in Sustainability Management programme
page for more information.
| Course Fees in SGD | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Fees BEFORE funding & GST | Fees AFTER funding & 9% GST | ||
| Singapore Citizens (aged 21-39) / PR (aged ≥21) 70% Funding | $32,500.00 | $10,627.50 | |
| Singapore Citizens (aged ≥40) MCES1 - up to 90% | $32,500.00 | $4,127.50 | |
| SME-sponsored Singapore Citizens / PR ETSS2 - up to 90% | $32,500.00 | $4,127.50 | |
| NTU Alumni Fee payable after 70% SSG Funding and use of $1,600 **NTU Alumni Course Credits | $32,500.00 | $10,104.30 | |
1. For more information about the SkillsFuture Mid-career Enhanced Subsidy (MCES) scheme.
2. For more information
about the Enhanced Training Support for Small & Medium Enterprises (ETSS) scheme.
Singapore Citizens, aged 25 and above, and self-sponsored, may use their SkillsFuture Credit and SkillsFuture Credit Top-Up to defray part of the nett course fee.
Singapore Citizens, aged 40 and above, and self-sponsored, may use their NEW Top-up of $4,000 SkillsFuture Credit (Mid-Career) to defray full or part of the nett course fee.
You can submit your SkillsFuture Credit claims by logging into MySkillsFuture.sg. Please click here for “How do I submit a claim for SkillsFuture credit?” and other FAQs.
Funding Requirements
- You must achieve a minimum of 75% attendance for each module.
- You must complete and pass all assessment components.
You do not need to contact SkillsFuture for funding before course registration. NTU
will handle the funding paperwork for both self and company-sponsored applicants. You will be invoiced the nett amount after funding and GST.
Funding for courses is limited in duration and subject to the prevailing conditions of the funding agencies.
**NTU Alumni Course Credits
All NTU/NIE alumni may utilise their alumni credits of $1,600 to co-pay up to 50% of the nett fee (exclusive of prevailing GST) payable for courses offered by NTU-Continuing Education Training
(CET) Units. It is your responsibility to inform us if you wish to utilize alumni credits before the start of the programme. For more info, please click here.
1. What is the course schedule and duration of the FlexiMasters programme?
Please look under ‘Course Schedule & Venue’ for the schedule and duration of the classes.
2. Will I be able to pursue more than 1 FlexiMasters programme?
There are no restrictions but it’s advisable to take up 1 FlexiMasters at a time as the schedule might overlap. Eventually, all of the applications will be reviewed by the Selection Committee.
3. I’m only interested in one of the modules in the FlexiMasters Programme. Will I be able to pursue that module?
FlexiMasters is a bundled programme. When you apply for a FlexiMasters programme, it will be considered that you’re applying for all the modules.
4. How will the credits earned from the FlexiMasters contribute to a NBS Master’s programme?
FlexiMasters is a stackable programme where credits earned are eligible for credit transfer to a NBS Master’s programme. However, participants are required to meet the admission standards of their selected NBS Master’s programme. For more information about the corresponding NBS Master’s Programme, you may visit this link: https://www.ntu.edu.sg/business/admissions/NEE/Executive-Master-of-Science-in-Sustainability-Management/
5. What is the course assessment like?
Course assessment will differ from module to module. This will be determined by the respective teaching faculty. Assessment components will be shared upon successful admittance to the programme. Some of the assessment components may consist of Individual coursework, Group coursework, Quizzes and Class Participation.
6. When will the course outlines be made available?
Course outlines will be shared upon successful admittance to the FlexiMasters programme.
7. Can I still use my Alumni Credit? When does my Alumni Credit Expire? Can I check the balance of my Alumni Credit?
Kindly email to PACE regarding queries of your Alumni Credit: [email protected]
8. Can I get a rough idea of the difficulty level?
These are advanced graduate Business courses embedded with academic rigour necessary for the academic units in the programme. Due diligence is required to pass the modules in the programme.
9. If I do not pass the course or any of its components, would the funding still hold? Or would it be revoked?
In the event you do not pass a course, you will not be eligible for funding. Hence, you will have to pay for any outstanding fees thereafter.
10. Will there be more details available on the course curriculum, such as the types of software being used and the specific topics covered in each module?
Once you have successfully enrolled into the programme, more information will be given to you regarding the modules.
Find out about the FlexiMasters route, the various subsidies and more here.
- An administrative fee may be imposed and there will be no refund of course fee for participants who withdraw from the programme after successful admission.
- Nanyang Technological University reserves the right to change the date, time, venue, and mode of delivery of classes due to unforeseen circumstances or prevailing government advisory.
- All FlexiMasters programme registrations will be submitted to the NTU Academic Programme Admissions Committee. Registrants will be notified of their admission status prior to the start of the programme, and NTU will have the final decision on FlexiMasters programme admissions.
- Nanyang Technological University will have the final decision on the mode of delivery for the class (either in-person or online) and participants will be notified accordingly.
- There will be no make-up classes for absentees.
- Participants who wish to progress to a Master’s Programme upon attaining a Graduate Certificate or a FlexiMasters must submit a separate application for admission and the criteria for admission to the Master’s Programme would apply.
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