Youth Programme #1: Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning Fundamentals

COURSE OBJECTIVES

This programme is specially curated for pre-university and high school students in Grades 10-12, to introduce Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning and their applications to the young generation of talents. AI and Machine Learning are the most disruptive technology of the future, since they can dramatically increase the operational performance of different businesses, as well as explore new areas and will change our society and business models. Therefore, knowing how they work and what they are is a must for the next generation of experts.

Over the course of these lectures, participants will gain an understanding of what AI and Machine Learning actually are, and the basic principles behind them. From these fundamentals, they will then be provided with an overview of the current AI/Machine Learning trends, and their applications in modern businesses.

At the end of the course, the participants will:

• Build a solid foundation to enable participants to further develop their AI skillset over the course of their training and careers.
• Equip themselves with the basic skills and knowledge to allow them to identify opportunities to improve their personal and business performance through AI.

Youth Programme #2: Entrepreneurship Camp

COURSE OBJECTIVES

This 1-week programme, specially curated for pre-university and high school students in Grades 10-12, is designed to empower participants with the fundamentals of entrepreneurship. From cultivating an entrepreneurial mindset to generating innovative business ideas, the course covers the full cycle of business innovation-evaluating opportunities, generating ideas, crafting robust business models, and effectively communicating business concepts. Throughout the program, participants will collaborate in groups to create a business model for a potential new venture.

At the end of the course, the participants will be able to:

• Understand the Fundamentals of Entrepreneurship: Grasp the entrepreneurial mindset, the significance of entrepreneurship in economic innovation, and the personal attributes required for entrepreneurial success.
• Generate and Identify Viable Business Ideas: Utilise creative thinking and ideation techniques to generate innovative business ideas and identify opportunities that address market needs and personal passions.
• Evaluate Entrepreneurial Opportunities: Apply critical analysis and evaluation frameworks to assess the viability, market potential, and competitive advantage of entrepreneurial ideas.
• Develop and Implement Business Models: Formulate comprehensive business models that outline the steps for turning entrepreneurial ideas into viable ventures, including strategies for resource allocation, market entry, and overcoming startup challenges.
• Present Business Models: Effectively communicate and present a well- developed business model for a new venture, demonstrating an ability to collaborate, receive feedback, and refine the business concept based on constructive critique.

🏆 Certificate of Completion

Successful participants who fulfill all program requirements—including meeting the minimum attendance and passing the assessment—will be awarded an e-Certificate of Completion and an Assessment Report issued by NUS SCALE.

🌟 Commendation Letter

Participants from the project team with the highest score for the group project will also receive a commendation letter, recognizing their outstanding performance.