Postgraduate Courses

On successful completion of the course, students will be able to:

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  Understand the reason for setting up family governance and the role of family governance.
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  Understand the key elements of the family governance structure.
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  Understand how cultural differences influence the design of family governance.
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  Understand how family governance could preserve family harmony and family values throughout generations.
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  Develop the skills to design and implement an effective family governance structure.
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  Understand the differences and relationships among family governance, corporate governance and family office governance.

On successful completion of the course, students will be able to:

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  Understand different types of legal structuring options available in setting up family office, family investment funds and family trusts.
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  Understand legal structuring options for philanthropic purposes and other succession planning tools.
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  Identify governance and internal compliance issues related to such structures and explain the factors that contribute to best practices.
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  Acquire basic knowledge in relevant trust laws, financial regulations and tax rules.
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  Apply the knowledge learnt in complex cross-border planning situations.

On successful completion of the course, students will be able to:

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  Understand the definition and importance of ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance).
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  Understand the tradeoff between financial and social returns in the context of family office.
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  Describe the trends in the asset management industry, family office, impact investing, and philanthropy.
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  Identify the channels through which impact investing and philanthropy improve sustainability.
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  Explain the relationship between ESG, impact investing and philanthropy, and firms’ performance.

On successful completion of the course, students will be able to:

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  Demonstrate proficiency in executing the complete wealth management process, encompassing personal profiling, risk profiling, goal setting, designing and implementing asset allocations, and effectively managing portfolios.
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  Deeply understand and carry out long-term strategic asset allocation and portfolio management, and internalize the concept of diversification in wealth and asset management, understanding its significance and application within the field.
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  Exhibit competence in initiating and maintaining client communications, while comprehensively understanding the Know Your Customer (KYC) process.
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  Develop a routine of monitoring and updating critical macroeconomic data, enabling the formulation of informed opinions on major economic trends so they are well-prepared for investment roles.

On successful completion of the course, students will be able to:

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  Understand the concepts and theories of Alternative Dispute Resolution.
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  Understand the emotional, legal, financial complexities as well as cultural and generational differences that disputes bring to the family setting.
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  Understand the factors that influence family members to resolve disputes in a harmonious manner.
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  Develop the soft skills to preserve relationships, protecting reputational risks, ensuring business continuity and above all ensuring compliance with regulatory and legal requirements.
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  Draft appropriate dispute resolution clauses/agreements to cater for different scenarios.

On successful completion of the course, students will be able to:

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  Demonstrate an understanding of intra-generational and trans-generational relationship dynamics in family businesses.
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  Integrate conflict resolution theories into analyzing and addressing interpersonal and generational conflicts.
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  Design and implement practical strategies to resolve family conflicts and foster collaboration.
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  Reflect on personal conflict styles and develop emotional intelligence to manage conflicts effectively.
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  Exhibit ethical and responsible decision-making in managing family relationships.
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  Communicate effectively and collaborate across generational and stakeholder groups.

On successful completion of the course, students will be able to:

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  Understand the building blocks of modern entrepreneurship in the context of family business.
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  Formulate one’s own view of bringing innovation into family legacy.
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  Understand and manage dynamics between family heritage and personal entrepreneurial initiatives.
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  Apprehend management leadership skills essential to take the helm.
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  Understand and practice ethics and morals in family business.
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  Develop creative and critical thinking skills and gain hands-on experience to champion business development through consulting and advising start-up business entity to achieve key milestones.

On successful completion of the course, students will be able to:

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  Analyze the role of art in branding, corporate identity, and fostering a collaborative, value-driven culture.
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  Apply artistic principles and strategies to drive innovation in products, services, and business problem-solving.
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  Evaluate art as an investment asset, exploring its potential for wealth preservation, diversification, and philanthropy.
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  Propose strategies for integrating art into Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiatives and community enrichment.
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  Develop approaches to enhance productivity, morale, and client loyalty through art-based programs in business and family enterprises.

On successful completion of the course, students will be able to:

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  Understand the significance of building a family collection.
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  Understand the development trends of the international collectibles market.
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  Master the basic appreciation and collection methods of mainstream collection items.
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  Experience firsthand the joy and value of appreciating and collecting art and luxury goods.
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  Establish connections with experts in mainstream collection projects.
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  Gain practical experience in collection-building operations through field trips and group reports.

On successful completion of the course, students will be able to:

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  Understand key themes in responsible and ethical leadership that leaders of family-run businesses should appreciate for effective leadership of their organizations.
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  Gain insight into the latest research on how concepts of ethical leadership are less well-embedded in family-run businesses today.
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  Learn key approaches to Individual Leadership that are important for generating performance in organizations and potentially challenging in the culture of a family-owned business.
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  Learn key approaches to Leadership of Teams that are important for generating performance in teams and potentially challenging in the culture of a family-owned business.

On successful completion of the course, students will be able to:

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  Understand how the Integral Approach could be used to address legal and other issues involved in family office and legal works.
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  Explain the dynamics of families as a system using Bowen Family Systems Theory.
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  Explain key concepts in Emotion-Focused Therapy and the significance of emotions in the context of family office.
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  Explain how spiritual and transpersonal approaches including Psychosynthesis and Intuitive Inquiry can benefit families.
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  Apply the knowledge learnt in understanding and improving dynamics of their own families and client families.

On successful completion of the course, students will be able to:

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  Describe the overall Alternative Investment (AI) ecosystem, including the various market participants and investment strategies.
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  Develop an Investment Policy Statement from the perspective of the different asset owners, including family offices.
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  Compare and contrast across the different AI strategies in terms of the relative risk and return profiles, strengths and weaknesses, and relevance for different market participants.
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  Describe the different methods for accessing, evaluating, and selecting different AI strategies and investment opportunities.
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  Develop, prepare, and present marketing materials for different investment strategies and products.
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  Promote a better understanding of the AI environment through case studies and other relevant real-life examples.

On successful completion of the course, students will be able to:

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  Gain a comprehensive understanding of family office and family business dynamics.
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  Apply theoretical knowledge and skills to analyze and solve real-life complex problems.
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  Identify opportunities and analyze operational challenges within family business and formulate effective strategies for improvement, considering the unique characteristics and complexities of family businesses.
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  Enhance project management capabilities in managing project timelines, resources and stakeholders.
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  Develop strong collaboration and teamwork skills to work with diverse perspectives effectively.

On successful completion of the course, students will be able to:

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  Apply theoretical knowledge and skills acquired throughout the program to real-world family office and family business scenarios.
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  Demonstrate effective problem-solving, critical thinking, and communication skills in a professional setting.
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  Understand the complexities and challenges faced in family offices and family businesses and develop strategies to address them.
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  Reflect on their internship experiences and identify areas of personal and professional growth.
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  Integrate academic knowledge with practical experiences in real family office and family business scenarios.