Welcome to the Rapid & Immersive Skill Enhancement (RISE 2.0) programme!
Whether you're looking to upskill to land your dream role or pivot to a new industry, you can future-proof your career and unlock high-demand business and digital skills through our majority-funded BCG RISE program in collaboration with SkillsFuture.
~60-80% of early RISE learners achieved fulfilling digital careers within months of graduating!
Could you be next?
3 Specialized Pathways For Your Growth
All 3 pathways share a common foundational business and digital modules to provide a holistic learning experience.
Business & Data Analytics
Deliver direct business impact through hands-on problem solving with data analysis
Build business intelligence and data analytics capabilities to unlock new insights
Learning Outcomes
- Strengthen foundations of digital and business essentials via structured problem solving, digital use cases and business case development directly from BCG’s own toolkits
- Develop expertise across lifecycle of all things data, from data preparation, data analytics, data visualization to the essentials of machine learning
- Gain familiarity with the most widely used data analytics tools like Excel, SQL, PowerBI, Tableau and Python
- Embed and apply all your learning in a Capstone project, where you will solve a real business problem for an organization
- Prepare for a career in data analytics through mock technical interviews, industry projects, career counselling and mentoring!
Topics Covered
Business AND DIGITAL essentials
- Structured problem solving
- Business case development
- Business communication
- Digital and technology landscape
DATA PREPARATION AND ANALYTICS
- Excel foundations
- SQL foundations and expertise
- SQL function specific industry projects and technical/test interview preparation
DATA VISUALIZATION
- PowerBI foundations
- Adapt PowerBI skills to Tableau
- PowerBI function specific industry project
- PowerBI or Tableau technical/test interview preparation
Statistics and machine learning
- Intro to Stats
- Intro to Python
- Statistics and Python technical/test interview preparation
Machine learning
- Foundations of Machine Learning with Python
- Machine Learning industry project
Potential Job Placements
- Business Manager (with digital understanding), Researcher, Data Analyst, Business Insights Analyst, Data Visualization Analyst, Dashboard Developer
- Median Salary: S$5.5k - 6.5k
Course Duration
- Full-time: 14 weeks
- Part-time: 26 weeks
Digital Marketing & Ecommerce Accelerator
Unlock massive growth opportunities by leveraging the latest tools & channels
Learn how to generate above-market growth and reach new customer segments
Learning Outcomes
- Develop a business and digital-orientated mindset and skillset through structured problem solving, digital use cases, and how to build a business case directly from BCG’s own toolkits
- Understand the current digital & technology landscape (AI, Blockchain, Big Data, etc) and how it impacts business outcomes
- Learn how to leverage the latest digital marketing channels and strategies to reach new customer segments and maximize lead conversion
- Learn the fundamentals of e-commerce, market trends, and insights through case studies
- Create an effective digital presence for a business to drive e-commerce sales
- Apply pricing and promotion strategies
Topics Covered
Business essentials
- Structured problem solving (Learn from BCG’s toolkit)
- Build a business case
- Business communications
Digital essentials
- Digital transformation
- AI and data analytics
- Introduction to human-centered
design and user research - Journey mapping and ideation
Specialization
- Social Media Marketing
- SEO & SEM
- Display/Video Marketing
- Content/E-mail Marketing
- Marketing Plans & Managing Campaigns
- E-commerce fundamentals
- Pricing & Promotion
- Setting up an effective Lazada storefront
- DTC and alternate channels
Potential Job Placements
- E-commerce Executive and Digital Sales and Marketing Executive/Specialist, Digital Marketing Analyst/Associate, Digital Marketing Coordinator, Special Media Professional, Digital Marketing Strategist
- Average Salary: $4000
Course Duration
- Full-time: 12 weeks
- Part-time: 20 weeks
Digital Transformation & Change Management
Harness future-proof skills by turning digital laggards into digital champions
Understand what is the "art of possible" in a digital world and how to tangibly drive value
Learning Outcomes
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Develop a business and digital-orientated mindset and skillset through structured problem solving, digital use cases, and how to build a business case directly from BCG’s own toolkits
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Understand the current digital & technology landscape (AI, Blockchain, Big Data, etc) and how it impacts business outcomes
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Learn how to create a successful digital transformation strategy
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Understand what is the “art of possible” in a digital world and how to drive digital initiatives tangibly
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Learn how to leverage Agile and manage change
Topics Covered
Business essentials
- Structured problem solving (Learn from BCG’s toolkit)
- Build a business case
- Business communications
Digital essentials
- Digital transformation
- AI and data analytics
- Data visualization
- Introduction to human-centered
design and user research - Journey mapping and ideation
Specialization
- Digital transformation foundations and success factors
- Create integrated strategy with clear transformation goals
- Learn disruptive technologies & their applications; deep dive into Gen AI , cloud and RPA
- Setup PMO and manage change
- Agile methodology
Potential Job Placements
- Senior Business Manager, Internal Transformation Consultant, PMO Manager, Change Manager, Business Analyst,
- Average Salary: $6000
Course Duration
- Full-time: 12 weeks
- Part-time: 20 weeks
Cost shouldn't get in the way of education
RISE 2.0 is a unique SSG SCTP majority-funded digital skilling programme by BCG.
Enjoy up to 95% subsidy* which can be further offset by SkillsFuture credits (including the $4000 mid career credits), PSEA and UTAP of up to S$500!
95% subsidy
Estimated fee payable: S$1155^
• Singapore citizen; AND unemployed for 6 months or more
• OR recipients of ComCare, Short-to-Medium Term Assistance (SMTA) or Workfare Income Supplement (WIS),
• OR persons with disabilities
90% Subsidy
Estimated fee payable: S$1905*^
• Singapore Citizen; AND
aged 40 and above
70% Subsidy
Estimated fee payable: S$4905*^
• Singapore Citizen or Permanent
Resident
*Prices stated include GST
GST will be charged on the nett course fee after the base subsidy but before enhanced subsidies
(E.g.; Mid-career enhanced subsidy, Additional Funding Support subsidy)
^Prices may be subject to change
Are you struggling to remain relevant in the digital world?
Do you face any of the following challenges?
Declining relevance of your skillset in the current digital economy
Uncertainty over which skills to learn for your digital career
Lack of placement support to kickstart your digital career
“50% of the global workforce needs to be reskilled by 2025” - World Economic Forum
We're here to help
RISE stands for Rapid & Immersive Skill Enhancement, a unique subsidised programme designed to enhance employability by building high-demand business and digital skills. Created by the world renowned firm Boston Consulting Group, RISE leverages BCG’s industry experts who are at the top of their fields. Whether you are at the intermediate stages of your career or an experienced veteran looking to gain competency in relevant digital skills, this programme is designed to supercharge your employability through impactful learning and real work experience.
How does it work?
After registering and completing our enrolment procedure, you will nurture your digital skills through the T-shaped curriculum and gain support from our career services to launch yourself to the next career milestone!
1. Register for RISE 2.0
Register to enroll in the program! Course fees may be eligible for up to 95% subsidy and further offset with SkillsFuture credit
2. Develop your digital skills
Cultivate your skillset through one of three Specializations and be awarded the widely recognized professional certificate from BCG
3. Get placement assistance
During and after the program, you will have career transition support; CV analysis, interview preparation & recruitment events
Hear from our Past Learners on what they have to say
"RISE was able to provide the most up-to-date industry lens and skillsets needed to excel in the industry which has helped me in my new role"
- Elaine, Digital Sales & Marketing Graduate
"The learning process was intense but fun. RISE was very helpful in supporting my transition to a new industry"
- Kai, Digital Transformation & Change Management Graduate
"RISE has helped me gain business and data analytics skills to understand the technology industry and transition into it"
- Syazana, Business & Data Analytics Graduate
"The case studies, networks built and RISE career services were instrumental in helping me enter a new sector"
- Deniece, Digital Transformation & Change Management Graduate
Here's what Companies have to say about RISE
"Within this short program, it is very impressive that candidates are able to rise up to the occasion to build robust data models in combination with sound business recommendations"
"Capstone problem solving looks like professional consulting work… impressed by how learners have picked up such a good breadth of digital topics within a short period of time"
"The combination of business and digital skills picked up in RISE will really help our digitalization efforts. We’re looking forward to going down this new exciting path with our employee."
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can I enroll if I am employed?
Yes! RISE2.0 is open to fully employed and part-time employed individuals. Trainees will be enrolled under Track 2, which is specifically designed with a higher proportion of self-paced learning and live sessions outside of normal working hours to ensure compatibility with your existing working schedule.
What is the selection process like for RISE 2.0?
Minimum eligibility:
-Singapore citizen or PR
-Minimum diploma or degree
-Aged 21 and above
All eligible candidates will have their CV screened and take an aptitude test. Shortlisted candidates will be invited to take an interview and the final selection will be made.
What is the timeline from registering to commencement of the course?
Generally, we will require around 2-3 weeks to process applications. We encourage applicants to fill up the registration form, submit their documents and complete the relevant screening processes promptly to expedite their application.
What is the program fee?
The program cost is eligible for a 70% - 95% subsidy (for those who meet eligibility criteria) which would result in a fee of S$1155 - S$4905 after GST. In addition, unused SkillsFuture credits up to S$1500 and up to S$500 UTAP credits can also be applied to offset the program cost further!
Singapore citizens 40 and above can use the $4000 Skillsfuture (Mid-career) top up for all RISE 2.0 programs!
For more details, please navigate to the following URL to determine your eligible subsidies: https://rise.bcg.com/calculator/
If I was previously enrolled in an SGUnited training program, can I enroll in RISE 2.0?
Yes, you can still enroll in RISE 2.0 and will be eligible for funding!
What is the class schedule?
For more details, please fill in the form on this page, Thank you.
Part-Time Schedule:
RISE part time programs are 3 sessions per week (Total 9 to 12 hours)
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Weekdays (2 X ~3.5 hours after 7pm). Occasionally a 4 hour session may be scheduled, starting at 6:30pm
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Saturday (5-6 hours) in the AM or PM
Weekday evenings are typically scheduled on either Mondays and Wednesdays OR Tuesdays and Thursdays on a regular basis. Other weekdays may be scheduled as an alternative to the regular schedule as needed (e.g.: due to public holiday falling on regular schedule).
Optional sessions outside normal operating days may be scheduled (Not part of grading criteria).
Detailed timing on the cohort schedule will be provided towards the start of course.
Full-Time Schedule:
Generally, 8 x 3-hour sessions are scheduled each week, from 9am 12pm and 2pm 5pm on Monday to Thursdays.
Fridays may be scheduled as an alternative to the regular schedule as needed (e.g.: due to public holiday falling on regular schedule) and occasionally a 4-hour session may be scheduled on a weekday time slot based on curriculum needs.
Detailed timing on the cohort schedule will be provided towards the start of course.
What is the mode of learning?
RISE 2.0 will be conducted completely virtually through a combination of live lectures, workshops, interactive self-paced e-learnings, and real company projects.
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