NP X UOB FinLab (SME Sustainability Programme)
Empower Your Business with Sustainable Business Practices
Singapore’s transition to a low-carbon economy presents exciting opportunities for SMEs ready to lead the change.
Whether you’re just starting your sustainability journey or looking to deepen your impact, our curated courses equip you with the essential skills and tools to take meaningful action—today. This programme series is brought to you by Ngee Ann Polytechnic and UOB FinLab.
4 Sustainability Courses in 2 Weeks This October.
Why Enrol?
- Curated for SME owners, managers & sustainability leads
- Applicable strategies you can use right away
- Delivered by industry and academic experts
- Supported by SkillsFuture funding and subsidies
In just 2 weeks, gain practical knowledge and actionable insights to jumpstart your company’s journey toward a greener future. These courses are designed specifically for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in Singapore.
Mentorship Support Grant
Get guided mentorship support, we will help you apply what you’ve learnt to your business and more, turning insights into action
SMEs can tap on the Mentorship Support Grant to receive funding for your sustainability projects, which will be guided by experienced mentors, who are domain experts in the areas of Sustainability.
Ready to Register or Find Out More? Here’s How.
Simply click on the register interest button to secure spots for you and your team. Our team will reach out to you when applications open. You can tap your company’s Enterprise Credit or SkillsFuture Credit to fund this programme. More details on our sustainability series:
Course 1: Carbon Management for SMEs
Build a practical carbon reduction plan for your business.
Learn how to identify emissions hotspots, measure your carbon footprint, and implement low-carbon strategies tailored for SMEs. Perfect for businesses looking to future-proof their operations and meet emerging sustainability regulations.
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Course 2: Sustainability Reporting Essentials for SMEs
Communicate your sustainability performance with confidence.
This course simplifies the reporting process by guiding you through key frameworks and how to disclose sustainability efforts effectively. Ideal for SMEs starting their first sustainability report or enhancing transparency with stakeholders.
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Course 3: Zero Waste Essentials: Strategies for Sustainable Operations
Cut waste, improve efficiency, and go circular.
Discover how zero-waste strategies can drive business value. Learn to identify resource inefficiencies, implement waste reduction initiatives, and unlock long-term cost savings through circular practices.
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Course 4: Sustainable Future: Navigating Risks, Social Impact and Financing
Build resilience and unlock sustainable growth.
Explore how sustainability intersects with financial health, social responsibility, and risk management. Gain the insights you need to attract green financing and align your business with global ESG trends.
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Meet Your Trainers
Melvin Gan
Senior Lecturer, Ngee Ann Polytechnic
Melvin Gan is a senior lecturer at Ngee Ann Polytechnic’s School of Business and Accountancy, where he specialises in sustainability in business management, ESG reporting, digital marketing, consumer insights, and human-centered design thinking. A founding member of the Sustainability Module Team, he has been instrumental in developing specialised curricula such as Corporate Governance and Reporting for Sustainable Business and has contributed to the growth of the Business Sustainability and Digitalisation specialisation.
Joyce Goh
Consultant & Trainer, CSO Centre
- Singapore Institute of Banking & Finance (IBF) accredited trainer.
- Ngee Ann Polytechnic associate lecturer.
- Featured in a book on carbon trading (碳交易的28堂课) published by Taiwan Central News Agency in 2024.
Joyce was former Commercial Director at Climate Impact Exchange (CIX), a global carbon solutions provider established by Temasek Holdings, Singapore Exchange, DBS Bank & Standard Chartered in Singapore. She was hired as part of the founding team and represented CIX in multiple public forums on decarbonisation, market development and green finance. Joyce has close to 20 years of experience in the financial industry.
Lance Ng
Consultant & Trainer, CSO Centre
- Singapore Institute of Banking & Finance (IBF) accredited trainer.
- Ngee Ann Polytechnic associate lecturer.
- Founder of CSO Centre.
Lance is an FSA Credential Holder and GRI Certified Sustainability Professional. Throughout his corporate career, he has worked at JPMorgan, Citibank and Singapore Exchange. As a marketing and corporate communications consultant, his clients have included DBS, Singtel, UOB, Bank of Singapore as well as many other government organisations, SMEs and startups.
He currently specializes in helping corporates with ESG and sustainability reporting as a trainer and consultant. His courses have been taken by individuals and companies from all over the world and accredited by the Institute of Banking & Finance (Singapore). He is also an associate lecturer with Ngee Ann Polytechnic for various sustainability-related courses.
Start Your Sustainability Journey Today
Transform your business for the future. Enrol in one—or all—of these impactful programmes and be part of Singapore’s green economy.
Need help deciding? Contact us at EnquiryCET@np.edu.sg to learn more about course bundles and support schemes.
About UOB FinLab
Established in 2015, UOB FinLab is the strategic community enabler of UOB, dedicated to driving SME growth across ASEAN through AI, digitalisation and sustainability. With a regional presence in Singapore, Malaysia, Thailand, Indonesia and Vietnam, UOB FinLab has supported more than 33,000 SMEs across 48 countries, helping businesses to transform and thrive in the digital economy.
Its signature programmes include the UOB SME Elevate Programme, AI Ready Programme, Sustainability Innovation Programme, GreenTech Accelerator and Womenpreneur Digitalisation Programme, each designed to foster innovation, build capabilities, and promote inclusive growth.
More about UOB FinLab here:https://thefinlab.com/