SINGAPORE'S INFRASTRUCTURE & ACCESSIBILITY

Singapore is well connected via sea, air and telecommunications to all parts of the world. Singapore Changi Airport serves more than 60 airlines which fly to over 145 cities and has for many consecutive years been nominated as the best airport in the world. Singapore is also probably the most wired country in Asia, with an Internet penetration rate of 42%. Housing ownership is encouraged by the government to give citizens an asset in the country. About 85% of Singaporeans are living in government-built housing. Seamless accessibility to all parts of the island is available in this country, often recognised for its quality and efficient land transport system. The introduction of an EZ-link card - a contactless stored value card where consumers need only flash the card in front of a card reader that automatically deducts the required travel fare, is an example of the continuous commitment by the government to make travel faster and easier.

SINGAPORE'S STABLE ECONOMY

With a GDP of S$161 billion in 2003, the island state though small in size and population (4 million people) has become a reputable financial centre, a key regional trading centre, the world's busiest port, and a top location for investment. Often cited as a model for transparency, efficiency and political stability, Singapore has earned recognition from around the world. Singapore has been rated third among 145 countries in terms of ease of doing business, in World Bank's Doing Business 2005 report. The Swiss-based World Economic Forum (WEF) also rated Singapore as the most competitive economy possessing great innovative ability and a solid macro economy in the world. Even in the recent global battle against SARS, Singapore's diligent and hands-on approach has won recognition from the World Health Organisation.

Doing Medical Exam in Home Country

After students received In-Principle Approval (IPA), they can go to a Qualified Doctor to do a Medical Exam. Doctor's handwriting must be legible, student must bring the ORIGINAL Blood Test Report and X-Ray Report when they come to Singapore. Failing to do so, students need to re-do the medical examination in Singapore between a fee of S$40 to S$47. IPA letter from Immigration is only valid for 2 months. Hence do ensure that your students come ONE WEEK BEFORE the expiry date of the letter.

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UK Internship

Total fees: $6640
1) Agent Fee : S$6,000
2) UK Visa in Singapore $640
3) Must pay in full once acceptance by UK employer
4) Pre-Departure Responsibility: Nanyang Institute of Management will assist the students in the following:

a. The pre-departure travel advice and assistance with traveling arrangements
b. Keeping current the student’s records while on the 12 months attachment
c. The maintenance and assessment of the log book during the attachment
d. The final assessment of completion and awarding of the diploma
e. The dispatch of the diploma to the student’s required domicile

Please note that once the student takes up the 12-month UK attachment, the student is no longer entitled to the Singapore 8-month attachment offer, which is then deemed to have been superceded. Upon accepting the UK attachment, the student will be under the charge of the Service Provider while in the UK.

1. If the student is unsuccessful at the TWES visa stage the service provider’s immigration advisor will identify the reason and liaise with the UK Work Visa Office to resolve the issues. If it cannot be resolved then the service provider will inform the school and student and refund 1000 pounds. If the visa was rejected due to student’s fraudulent or misleading application information then no fees will be returned to the applicant

2. Students shall be responsible for their own valid passport whose expiry is at least one year from the end of attachment, pre-departure medical checkup and their internal travel expenses to and from their city of departure and work location in the UK and air ticket to the United Kingdom.

3. The UK Service Provider shall provide the following settlement services to the students upon their arrival in the UK:

a. Airport meet and greet
b. Accommodation arrangement as in clauses 4 d and clause 34
c. Bringing them to their host employer/host employer
d. Orientation guidance

4. The Service Provider shall assist with accommodation arrangements to the students:
Either by arranging accommodation with the hotels or helping find suitable accommodation.

Pictures of Our Students On Internship

Peiris' Video - Before He goes to Aust For Internship

Here's video of Peiris. We catch up with him before he went to Queensland, Australia to complete his internship.

Advanced Diploma in Tourism & Hospitality Mgt Awarded by Nanyang Institute of Management

This programme provides an in-depth study of the tourism and hospitality industry and is tailored for applicants who are keen on upgrading their professional competency in this trade. It provides an insight of the industry and designed to equip participants with managerial knowledge to embrace the challenges of the trade.

Duration
This 6-month advanced diploma consists of 8 modules for full- time study

Entry Requirements
· Nanyang General English Advance Level Certificate / IELTS 5.0 or equivalent and
· Nanyang Diploma in Tourism & Hospitality Management or
· Diploma in Tourism and / or Hospitality from other recognized local / overseas institutions or equivalent

Students who do not meet the minimum English requirement are required to sit for the English Proficiency Test

Tuition Fees : S$6,900 (before GST)

Modules
1 Tourism & Hospitality Marketing
2 Hospitality Accounting & Finance
3 Legal, Quality Assurance and Safety
4 HR Management & Leadership
5 Event Management
6 Resort & Leisure Management
7 Hospitality Operations Management II
8. Food & Beverage Management II

Diploma in Tourism and Hospitality Management (Casino Mgt) Awarded by Nanyang Institute of Management

This programme is a joint development by Nanyang Institute of Management (NIM) and International Club Games Training Centre (ICGTC) of Singapore. This first of its kind casino operations management education opportunity offers an ideal solution for those who seek to equip themselves with professional qualifications to seek employment in the Tourism & Hospitality industry, and more specifically lucrative jobs in Casino operations. It is one of the leading diplomas with critical component of 8 months Industrial Attachemnt. Student can choose to do a 12-month Internship in Star Cruise.

Duration
This 14-month diploma consists of 6 months Theory plus 8 months Internship for full- time study

Entry Requirements
· Nanyang General English Advanced Level Certificate / IELTS 5.0 or equivalent and
· NITEC in Accommodation Operations / Food & Beverage Operations or
· GCE ‘A’ level or
· Minimum 12 years of formal education (High School) or Any other equivalent qualifications subject to approval of NIM Academic Board

Students who do not meet the minimum English requirement are required to sit for the English Proficiency Test

Tuition Fees : S$8,950 (before GST)

1. Introduction To Tourism & Hospitality
2. Service Quality Management
3. Hospitality Operations Management I
4. HR Recruitment and Performance
5. Casino Games Operation Foundation I
6. Casino Games Operation Foundation II
7. Table Games Supervision
8. Pit Operations Management
9. Internship

Upon successful completion of the Diploma in Tourism & Hospitality (Casino Management), Students will received additional 3 Certificates

Awarded by ICGTC:
· Certificate in Table Games Supervision
· Certificate in Roulette Game
· Certificate in Baccarat Game

Bachelor of Management (Tourism) Awarded by University of Ballarat

This Bachelor of Management (Tourism) programme is designed for both students and professionals who intend to upgrade or promote their careers in the tourism sector. Its scope of management subjects with tourism focus, equips the student with exciting opportunities to gain employment in this most dynamic of industries. For the professionals, the completion of this rigorous programme will prepare them for an accelerated rise in the ranks of management. This combination of management and tourism subjects makes this one of the few innovative and truly rewarding degree programmes offered today

Duration
This 12months Bachelor programme consists of 12 modules for full-time study.

Entry Requirements
• Nanyang Advance Diploma in Tourism & Hospitality or equivalent

Tuition Fees : S$18,600
Modules
1. Management Principles
2. Introduction to Marketing
3. Fundamentals of Law
4. Introduction to Human Resource Management
5. Ethics, Governance & Corporate Citizenship
6. Managerial Skills
7. Managerial Research Methods
8. Tourism Impacts & Strategies
9. Tourism Planning & Development
10. Contemporary Tourism Issues
11. Event Industry Operations
12. International Travel Tourism

Bachelor of Hospitality (Management) awarded by University of Ballarat

This programme is an innovative degree that integrates vocational and academic learning. It has been developed to reflect he changing roles and responsibilities of senior hospitality manager this it incorporates hospitality industry skills and management concepts and theories.

Course Objectives
· To build and enhance students of their generic and managerial skills
· To prepare students for roles in business and entrepreneurial activities where the ability to solve business problems by application and integration of the various business disciplines I seen as critical

Duration
This 26-month programme comprise of 6 months Theory in Year 1, 6 months Theory plus 6 months Internship in Year 2 and 8 month Theory in Year 3 for full- time study

Entry Requirements
· Nanyang General English Advanced Level Certificate / IELTS 5.0 or equivalent and
· NITEC in Accommodation Operations / Food & Beverage Operations or
· GCE ‘A’ level or
· Minimum 12 years of formal education (High School) or Any other equivalent qualifications subject to approval of NIM Academic Board

Students who do not meet the minimum English requirement are required to sit for the English Proficiency Test

Tuition Fees : S$26,800 (before GST)

Year 1 – Diploma in Tourism & Hospitality Management
1. Introduction To Tourism & Hospitality
2. Service Quality Management
3. HR Recruitment & Performance
4. Tourism Operations Management
5. Global Distribution System (Amadeus)
6. Hotel Operations Management Applications (Fidelio)
7. Hospitality Operations Management I
8. Food & Beverage Management I

Year 2 – Advance Diploma in Tourism & Hospitality Management
1. Tourism & Hospitality Marketing
2. Hospitality Accounting & Finance
3. Legal, Quality Assurance and Safety
4. HR Management & Leadership
5. Event Management
6. Resort & Leisure Management
7. Hospitality Operations Management II
8. Food & Beverage Management II
9. Internship/ Integrated Project Work

Year 3 – Bachelor of Hospitality (Management)
1. International Business Management
2. Organisational Analysis
3. Organisational Change
4. Organisational Learning
5. Entrepreneurship in the Hospitality Industry
6. Project Management
7. Strategic Human Resource Management
8. Applied Hospitality Project

Strong Selling Points of Our Hospitality Programme

1. Student Pass for DTHM is issued straight for 14 months, not just the theoretical component.
Only PEO given EDB approval for Industrial Attachment.

Peace of mind for students, no hassle of converting Student Pass to Training Pass with Ministry of Manpower. Hotels are more than happy to engage our students as interns as there is NO need to go through the hassle of conversion, paperwork and fulfilling quota (ratio of local workers versus foreign workers) for Training Pass.

2. After completion of Bachelors and Masters programmes, students may apply for long term pass EPEC (Employment Pass Eligibility Certificate - 12 months) with Ministry of Manpower to stay in Singapore to seek for employment. To spend some time in Singapore to look for a job, you can apply for the Employment Pass Eligibility Certificate (EPEC). The EPEC is issued on a one-time basis and is strictly non-renewable.

3. Very strong network of 72 hotels and travel agencies, work with Top Brands (and International Chain Hotels)

4. Australian, UK and Singapore internships are your ENTRY to professional work experience in Australia, UK and Singapore.

5. Only PEO with government's equity.

6. Singapore Quality Class - . No security bond is required to be placed with the Immigration and quicker processing time for Student Pass Application (2-3 weeks)

7. Bachelors' programme can be completed in 24 months and MBA in 15-18 months, fully awarded by University of Ballarat, an Australian govt-funded University, qualifications are world-wide recognised.

8. Hospitality students from Nanyang are very well sought after by Hoteliers as we train our students well in Fidelio (room reservations system) and Amadeus (ticketing system). NIM sees the huge value in this software investments, our students can either choose to have a career in the Hotel industry or Travel industry.

Student Testimonials - Mr Maung Yan Thein Aung (Myanmar)

Mr Maung Yan Thein Aung (Myanmar)
Graduated from Diploma in Tourism & Hospitality Management
Industrial Attachment: One 15 Marina
Currently employed: The Sentosa Resort & Spa
Position: Conference Coordinator (S Pass)

The modules that Nanyang offered have greatly helped me in what I am doing right now. The module Tourism Operations Management has helped me to manage flight details and also provide me the skills of arranging and coordinating meetings and banquets. The lecturers also taught us how to handle the situations when dealing with difficult customers. As part of my job is to liaise with customers, I am glad Nanyang actually imparted that most important skill to me. When it was time for the industrial attachment, the lecturers would find out what we would like to work as. I have always wanted to work as a frontline officer because I enjoy communicating with the guests from all over the world. As such, Nanyang lecturers tried their best to fulfill our requirements. I am really grateful to them as I know some schools do not do that for the students. Nanyang has given me an opportunity to open my insight and fulfill my dreams. Thank you Nanyang!

Intake Dates for English Classes

2 FEB, 2 MAR, 30 MAR, 27 APR, 25 MAY, 22 JUN, 20 JUL, 17 AUG , 14 SEP, 12 OCT,
9 NOV, 14 DEC

Intake Dates for Business Mgt

2 FEB, 2 MAR, 27 APR, 25 MAY, 22 JUN, 20 JUL, 17 AUG, 14 SEP, 12 OCT, 9 NOV &
14 DEC

Intake Dates for Tourism and Hospitality

5 JAN, 2 MAR, 13 APR, 25 MAY, 1 JUL, 17 AUG, 28 SEP, 9 NOV

Budget Sharing Accommodation

ONE (1) MONTH CONTRACT / per person
Twin Sharing (2 in 1) : SGD $350.00
Quad Sharing (4 in 1) : SGD $220.00
THREE (3) MONTHS CONTRACT / per person
Twin Sharing (2 in 1) : SGD $ 300.00 per month
Quad Sharing (4 in 1) : SGD $ 175.00 per month
Ø Upon check-in: 3 month’s rental + 1 month deposit in cash or 1 month’s rental + 1 month deposit
Ø One-time admin & registration fee of SGD$30.00 per person is applicable
Ø Any other additional cost involve, is also payable upon check-in
Ø ALL rates are subject to the prevailing Goods & Services Tax (GST)
Ø Non-refundable rental upon confirmation of preferred contractual period at point of registration

Hence,

Total Amount Payable for Quad Sharing (One month's Contract)
$ 508.90 per person

Total Amount Payable for Quad Sharing (Three months' Contract)
$ 832.35 per person

FACILITIES for Students

A. Budget sharing accommodation room includes:
1. Central controlled air-conditioned (A/C) from 7pm - 7am
2. Double decker / bunk bed complete with mattress and pillow and a set of bedlinen
3. Ceiling fan
4. Common writing desk
5. Individual steel lockers
6. Electrical & Utilities charges

A1. Common facilities
a) Common pantry with cooking facilities & eating area
b) Common recreation room with television (TV) set
c) Instant Hot & Cold water dispenser with snacks & drinks machine
d) Self-Service coin-operated launderette @ $2.00 per wash / per dryer up to 7kg
e) Self-service clothes pressing facilities
f) Fully air-conditioned (A/C) study room
g) Hot & Cold bath / shower
h) Optional: wireless internet at an additional cost, if required
B. Partially furnished standard accommodation room includes:
1. 24 Hours air-conditioned (A/C) with individual controlled
2. Single bed with mattress and pillow with bedlinens
3. Writing desk
4. Individual steel lockers
5. Attached bathroom with hot & cold bath / shower
6. Weekly housekeeping with change of bedlinens
7. Electrical & Utilities charges
B1. Common facilities
a) Common pantry with cooking facilities & eating area
b) Instant Hot & Cold water dispenser with snacks & drinks machine
c) Common lounge / recreation room with television (TV) set
d) Self-Service coin-operated launderette @ $2.00 per wash / per dryer up to 7kg
e) Self-service clothes pressing facilities
f) Fully air-conditioned (A/C) study room
g) Optional: Wireless internet at an additional cost, if required
C. Fully furnished standard accommodation room includes:
1. 24 Hours air-conditioned (A/C) with individual controlled
2. Single bed with mattress and pillow with bedlinens
3. Writing desk
4. Wooden Wardrobe
5. Personal television (TV) set with local channels only
6. Attached bathroom with hot & cold bath / shower
7. Weekly housekeeping with change of bedlinens
8. Electrical & Utilities charges
C1. Common facilities
a) Common pantry with cooking facilities & eating area
b) Instant Hot & Cold water dispenser with snacks & drinks machine
c) Self-Service coin-operated launderette @ $2.00 per wash / per dryer up to 7kg
d) Self-service clothes pressing facilities
e) Outdoor tables & benches for study / group discussion
f) Optional: LAN cable internet service to individual room at an additional cost, if required
Recreational facilities available:
Basketball Court
Football field
YinYang TaiChi Quan
Shaolin Kung Fu
Additional features & other amenities within Hostel:
24-hour convenience store (7-11) & food stalls are within walking distance
Recently refurbishes Telok Kurau Park (300m away) provide residents with many healthy choices to rest and relax.
24-hour Emergency Medical Centre in East Shore hospital located near-by. For non-emergency medical needs, there are many general practitioner clinics in the vicinity.
Various places of worship easily accessible.
10 mins walk to Kembangan MRT station.
5 stops via bus No. 33 from East Shore Hospital’s bus stop to Kembangan MRT station
2 stops via bus No. 155 from Eunos MRT station to East Lodge (Alight at East Shore Hospital’s bus stop
15 mins walk to experience the unique culture of Singapore-Malay Village.
15 mins walk to East Coast Park
15 mins walk to Marine Parade Community Library.
15 mins bus ride (No.15) to Parkway Parade shopping center.

p/s : Advance Booking is required

p/p/s : Airport pickup costs S$45 per pax (do provide full flight details - flight number, arrival date and time)

Marina Bay Sands Resort Begins Massive Recruitment Exercise

Channel NewsAsia - Monday, October 20

SINGAPORE: The Marina Bay Sands Resort has announced a massive recruitment drive to start getting some of the 10,000 staff it will need, with priority given to locals.

And it has the help of local union movement and the Workforce Development Agency.
From food and beverage staff to security officers, to hotel room attendants, these are some of the posts that will filled when the Integrated Resort opens its doors for business at the end of next year.

Mr George Tanasijevich, General Manager and Vice President of Singapore Development, Marina Bay Sands Resort, said: "There will be all job types covering business categories included in the Integrated Resort, from basic entry level positions all the way through to senior management positions, but clearly this initiative with NTUC is focusing on rank—and—file positions."

And government agencies want to ensure that Singaporeans looking to re—enter the labour market such as housewives are equipped with the right skills.

Mr Zee Yoong Kang, CEO of Employment and Employability Institute, said: "It is timely that these jobs are coming on stream at a very difficult or potentially difficult time for the Singapore economy.

"Our job now is to make sure that these jobs are accessible to as many Singaporeans as possible so that in bad times they can look forward to filling these vacancies."

Marina Bay Sands Resort will first conduct a pre—employability exercise where potential employees receive one to two weeks of training. They are then interviewed and if hired, go through a proper training.

Mr Zee added: "Of course we want them to get into Sands but if they fail to get into Sands and choose to work elsewhere, we are very sure that the skills we give them will enable them to get into other jobs."

Singapore has an overall target of getting Singaporeans ready for the expected 60,000 jobs to be created in the overall tourism industry by 2010.

The first phase of Sands recruitment drive for non—gaming staff will kick off on Monday. — CNA/de

Documents Required for Application of Student Pass

1. Passport sized photo (in white background)
2. ESCROW form
3. IMM Form 16
4. IMM Form V36
5. Nanyang Application Form
6. Copy of Passport (must be valid for more than 6 months)
7. Copy of Birth Cert
8. ALL educational transcripts/marksheets and certificates
9. Work experience letter(s) if student is working
10. S$428 processing fees made payable to Nanyang Institute of Management Pte Ltd
11. Bank statement showing 5 lacs (for Indian nationals)

p/s : the onus lies with the student to provide full syllabi at point of application with unit descriptions if student wishes to apply for exemptions based on related previous studies. Exemptions will not be granted after commencement of studies

Star Programme - Diploma in Tourism and Hospitality Mgt

The Nanyang Diploma in Tourism and Hospitality Management is a 14-month programme comprising of 6 months study and 8 months industrial attachment where students are paid approximately SGD 600-800 per month.

Alternatively, our students have unique opportunity to complete 6 months internship with the paid of approximately USD 1200.00 - USD 1500.00 per month in Australia or United Kingdom (other than Singapore) upon successful interview with the employer from the respective countries and embassy. A professional fee is also required too.

The on-job training provides students with an opportunity to put in practice what they have learnt in school. Students also gain valuable work experience and confidence before completion of the course. Upon completion of the course, job opportunities are often offered to students who perform extremely well during the attachment.

The entry requirements for our Diploma in Tourism and Hospitality Management is Year 12 or equivalent and with band 5.0 of IELTS or score 500 of TOEFL or Nanyang English Proficiency Test. The total course fee for DTHM is SGD9879.10 (inclusive of 7% GST), which is inclusive of the tuition fee, examination fees, course materials, textbooks, administration and application fees, and Nanyang sponsorship fee. The tuition fees DO NOT INCLUDE: meals, accommodation and transport.


Upon completion of the course, students who are interested in further studies can proceed to our Advanced Diploma in Tourism and Hospitality Management (ADTHM) [Course Duration: 6 months]. Completion of ADTHM provides students with advanced standings to be eligible for the final year of Bachelor of Hospitality Management from University of Ballarat.

Next intake is 13th April 2009. Kindly please submit your application by 16th March 2009.