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Trainings and Workshops

The Student Leader Functional Competency Framework covers topic areas pertinent to student life activities of official student organisations on campus. Student leaders are encouraged to build up competencies outside of what is essential for their exco positions.

Out of the many trainings and workshops available, the following are essential for key appointment holders of student organisations:

Programme & Learning Outcomes 
This in-person training at the start of the academic year aims to provide key information and tools for new student leaders in navigating guidelines and policies pertaining to student life on campus, as well as to provide an avenue of connection to build community amongst fellow student leaders.  

Who Should Attend:
All official student organisations should complete this training.
Mandatory for:  President, Vice-President

Expected Training Date(s):
At the start of the academic year, typically mid-end September.

Programme & Learning Outcomes
This online course is designed to:

  • Equip students with the essential knowledge on financial processes and protocols.
  • Educate students on NUS regulations and procedures with regards to financial management.

*Please check Student Leader Functional Competency Framework to find path to document

Who Should Attend:
NUSSU and Clubs, Interest Groups with an NUS WBS.

Mandatory for:

  • President
  • Vice-President
  • Financial Secretaries/Treasurers
  • Deputy/Assistant Financial Secretaries and any other designation that deals with organization finances

Expected Training Date(s):
Available year-round on Canvas, searchable under “Finance & Procurement Training.” 

Programme & Learning Outcomes 

The Safety and Crisis Management Workshops are conducted by the Office of Risk Management and Compliance (ORMC) for all student organisations.

This workshop includes mitigation and management of risks, incidents and emergency management and risk management assessment.

Teams that are planning for these activities are recommended to attend the workshop:

  • Outdoor and sporting activities
  • Contact or physical games (not limited to indoor activities)
  • Camps (There will be specific sessions for FOP and RAG projects)
  • Overseas trips
Who Should Attend

All student organisations planning for high-risk activities should attend this workshop.  
Mandatory for: Project Directors and Safety Officers

Expected Training Date(s):

Once a semester- please check the workshop dates and sign up to attend before your event.

Programme & Learning Outcomes 

The Singapore Personal Data Protection Act 2012 (PDPA) is a law that governs the collection, use and disclosure of personal data. The Act has come into full effect on 2nd July 2014.

These trainings aim to address the key responsibilities of the Student Data Protection Representatives and highlight some of the common challenges and application of this Act on student activities.

*Student Leaders Resources > PDPA Learning Guides) on NUSync.

Who Should Attend:

All official student organisations should complete this training.

Mandatory for:

  • President
  • Vice-President
  • Student Data Protection Representatives (SDPR)
  • Other key leaders from your student organisation
Expected Training Date(s):

Available year-round on Canvas, searchable under “RMCPDP01 Personal Data Protection Training for NUS Students"

Programme & Learning Outcomes 

This clinic addresses the questions our student leaders face when managing their NUSync portal and CCA finances. 

Who Should Attend

Do sign up if you have any questions after reviewing the available resources.
Recommended for: NUSync Portal Administrators, General Secretaries, Treasurers

Expected Training Date(s):

Once per semester

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