I. Program Name
2024 Nanyang Technological University Summer Exchange Program in Sustainable Finance
II. Partner Institution
Nanyang Technological University, Singapore
III. Introduction to Partner Institution
Nanyang Technological University (NTU), is a leading world-class comprehensive research university in Singapore and is also one of the most research-intensive universities in the country, with one of the top ten most beautiful campuses globally. NTU is a member of the Association of Pacific Rim Universities, the Global Alliance of New Engineering Education, a founding member of the Global Alliance of Universities on Artificial Intelligence, an AACSB-accredited institution, a member of the Association of Professional Schools of International Affairs, and a founding member of the Global Alliance of Technological Universities. NTU is renowned for its research in many fields and is a comprehensive university with a strong emphasis on both engineering and business.
IV. Program Schedule
Program Duration: August 5 - August 11, 2024
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| Morning | Afternoon |
Day 1 | China travels to Singapore |
Day2 | Nanyang Technological University Welcome Ceremony - Opening remarks - Project tours Nanyang Technological University Course 1: - Overall trends in ESG/CSR and sustainable finance) | Nanyang Technological University campus visit - Visit the NTU campus, including the Chinese American Building, the HIVE Building, the Lee Wai Nan Library, and the Student Center NTU students have a dialogue to exchange their experience of studying and living in Singapore |
Day 3 | Nanyang Technological University Course 2: - Theoretical framework for ESG/CSR and sustainable finance | Visit to Prudential's corporate headquarters - Visit Prudential's headquarters in Singapore - Learn actuarial science - Actuarial Practical Practice |
Day 4 | Nanyang Technological University Course 3: - Sustainable development of financial institutions | Visit to the Monetary Authority of Singapore Gallery - Visit exhibitions under the Monetary Authority of Singapore - Understand the history of Singapore's financial evolution |
Day 5 | Nanyang Technological University Course 4: - Finance as a driver of ESG/CSR and sustainability practices | Campus visit to the National University of Singapore - Visit the NUS campus, including the library, UTown Learning Centre, and more - NUS students have a dialogue to exchange their experiences of studying and living in Singapore - Visit the National University of Singapore Museum |
Day 6 | Nanyang Technological University Course 5: - Closure and reporting（Project presentation） | Visit to Singapore's business hub CBD - Understand the history of business in Singapore |
Day 7 | Singapore returns to China |
V. Program Cost
18,000 CNY per person (including university course fees, company visit exchange fees, accommodation, and overseas bus fees)
VI. Program Highlights
1. University Courses: Participants will engage in modular classroom learning at Nanyang Technological University (NTU). The courses are taught by senior faculty members of NTU and are carefully selected. Upon completion of the course, each participant will receive an official program completion certificate from NTU, and outstanding students may receive letters of recommendation from professors.
2. Student Interaction: In addition to intensive learning, participants will visit the campuses of the world-class universities, the National University of Singapore and Nanyang Technological University, to better understand various aspects of Singapore's elite education.
3. Corporate Visits: During the project, participants will visit well-known companies and institutions in Singapore (such as Prudential Singapore and the Monetary Authority of Singapore Gallery). These visits will provide a deeper understanding of Singapore's development as a financial hub in various fields.
4. Cultural Exploration: In their free time, participants will be organized to visit iconic locations in Singapore, experiencing the unique culture and customs of Singapore firsthand.
5. Final Competition: Participants will work in teams to compete in a final competition, presenting their solutions. The competition will be judged by the host organization/professors, who will question and comment on the participants' proposals. The best-performing teams and individuals will receive letters of recommendation.
VII. Funding Policy
University Funding: Up to 5,000 CNY per student for the Asia region;
Note: Each student can only receive funding for one winter or summer vacation project within a calendar year.
College Funding: 5,000 CNY per student for the School of Management; students from other colleges should consult their respective college administrators.
VIII. Registration Method
1. Fill in the attachment: "Northwestern Polytechnical University 2024 Outbound (Overseas) Short-term Exchange Program Student Information Statistics Form" and send it to Teacher Quan's email: mtzquan@nwpu.edu.cn
2. Refer to the diagram below to log in to the "Aoxiang Portal - Foreign Affairs System" to complete the online procedures.
IX. Program Contact
School of Management, Teacher Quan
Phone: 88431129
Email: mtzquan@nwpu.edu.cn
