MoneyTree Singapore in Partnership with Global Entrepreneurship Week Hosted by NUS Enterprise & ACE.
Wednesday, 24 September 2008, Singapore
MoneyTree Singapore has joined the Global Entrepreneurship Week (GE Week) as a Partner. This international event will see events focusing on developing the Entrepreneurial spirit taking place around the globe. The event will run from 17 to 23 November 2008 will be jointly hosted by NUS Enterprise & Action Community for Entrepreneurship (ACE) in Singapore.
On Tuesday, 18 November 2008, MoneyTree Singapore will be running an Entrepreneurship Workshop on “Are You Too Young to Start Your Own Business?” This workshop seeks to promote and develop greater interest in Entrepreneurship during the GE Week and aims to assist 30 young adults to have a better understanding of starting their own business. Among topics covered would include examining the various financial assistance available in the market for start ups.
MoneyTree Singapore together with its Malaysian counterparts, MoneyTree Malaysia are both actively involved in the GE Week and have lined up activities in conjunction with this event.
Besides taking part in the GE Week, MoneyTree Singapore is also working with NUS Enterprise on a Business Plan Competition in Brunei. The first prize for this competition which is a $20,000 seed fund, is targeted at youths and adults.
Note to Editors
1. The MONEYTREE programme is a proprietary programme developed by Young Entrepreneurs’ Secrets (S) Pte. Ltd. with license from MoneyTree Asia Pacific Ltd. Further information can be obtained from:
Young Entrepreneurs’ Secrets (S) Pte. Ltd. – (MoneyTree Singapore) 158B Rochor Road Singapore 188433
2. MONEYTREE is currently being conducted in Singapore, Malaysia, Hong Kong with more centres opening soon in Brunei and Indonesia.
3. NUS Enterprise was established in 2001 as a University-level cluster to provide an enterprise dimension to NUS teaching and research involving the University’s students, staff and alumni. The functions of the Enterprise Cluster complement the academic cluster of the University to nurture talents with an entrepreneurial and global mindset. NUS Enterprise promotes the spirit of innovation and enterprise through Experiential Education, Industry Engagement and Partnerships and Entrepreneurship Support. Website: http://www.nus.edu.sg/enterprise
4. Action Community for Entrepreneurship (ACE) was launched in 26 May 2003 as a national effort to foster Singapore into a creative and entrepreneurial nation where innovation and enterprise can be translated into wealth creation and where diversity of ideas thrives. Entrepreneurship is a key pillar in strengthening Singapore’s economic competitiveness and complements our engines of growth in manufacturing and services. Website: www.ace.org.sg
5. Global Entrepreneurship Week (GE Week) is a celebration of innovation, entrepreneurship and creativity. The Week will bring together millions of young people across the globe through online and local activities and encourage them to think innovatively and unleash their ideas. Through a coordinated effort with many different countries, during one week every year, the world will celebrate the entrepreneurial spirit in hopes of inspiring a new generation of young entrepreneurs.
Warren Fernandez Sun, Apr 06, 2008 The Straits Times
It is ironic. Singaporeans who are uncomfortable with taking financial risks and who prefer to leave their cash untouched in savings deposits are in fact taking a big risk by not protecting themselves against inflation.
The continued rise in the cost of goods and services is a clear indication that inflation is creeping up on everyone and eroding the value of their money.
For instance, a movie ticket cost $1 in the early 1970s. Fast forward to today and a weekend movie outing will set you back by $10.
If you are one of those risk-averse investors whose money is mainly in bank deposits and you think you are ‘playing safe’, think again.
In the long run, your savings will actually shrink and you could become poorer, not richer, because of inflation…..
MoneyTree is comprised of 5 levels, Junior 1 , Junior 2, Apprentice 1, Apprentice 2 & Entrepreneur. Each level will also focus on different aspect of Financial Managment. […]
The Entire Money Tree programme is divided into several products: Face to Face Camps, E-Learning Courses, Portal, Young Entrepreneurs’ Start Up programme (YES)
We aim to prepare kids and adults for a challenging financial future - where loans and credit cards are easily available, and being in debt for a good part of life is an accepted norm. We plan to achieve this through the use of face to face sessions, simulations, an online follow up programme and e-learning courses - to ensure that the principles taught are understood & practiced.
The current high credit card debt amongst young adults and the high percentage of retirees whom are unable to meet their daily expenses, has made Governments across the region more aware of the need to educate the young on matters pertaining to Financial Management and Retirement Planning These factors provide for an excellent environment in which to launch the Money Tree programme, as a ready market is available.
MoneyTree was established to provide the financial skill and knowledge to youths aged 9 – 22 , which would be required to build a career or business, as well as plan for their financial freedom. It has been created to fill the void left by the education system and school curriculum and to explore the opportunities available worldwide to further the dissemination and propagation of high-quality e-learning programmes utilising state of the art technology, and to groom the next generation of entrepreneurs.