FAQs
1. What students is SMU-Peeli looking out for?
We are looking for students from any of the Singapore universities, who have at least one semester of study after the summer of 2019. They should have a strong interest in China’s business, innovation & entrepreneurship (I&E) landscape, and a passion for I&E. The latter can be demonstrated through attending start-up events, participating in student entrepreneurship clubs, and working for or on a start-up. Applicants are also expected to be proficient in Mandarin, as many of the classes will be conducted in Mandarin.
2. How much will the programme cost?
There will be a co-payment of $500 per student for the entire programme, which covers flights to and accommodations in China, course expenses, and selected meals. At the end of the programme, participants who perform well will be awarded a scholarship to defray the cost of their co-payment.
3. What is the selection process like?
Applications will be open from 12 Feb – 3 March 2019; interested students should submit a 1-page resume and 3 slides explaining their motivations and qualifications for participating in SMU-Peeli. Shortlisted candidates will be invited to IIE for interviews before the final cohort is selected.
4. If selected, what do I have to settle individually?
All major travel and logistical arrangements will be settled by the organizers. Participants will be mainly expected to fully commit to and participate in (i) the preparations leading up to the programme and (ii) both the China and Singapore legs of the programme.
5. What is the time commitment for this programme?
1 full week in May (Tentatively 3 to 9 May 2019), and 4 full weeks in July/August (Tentatively 6 July to 3 August 2019). Given the time commitment for this programme, students will not be able to hold down an internship during those weeks.
6. Which parts of China will the programme visit?
Zhenjiang, Nanjing, and Shanghai.
7. What type of business ideas can I work on as part of this programme?
You will be able to work in groups on business ideas in any vertical, guided by experienced mentors from the Singapore I&E ecosystem. Alumni of the SMU-PEELI programme have founded many start-ups, including Bei Bei Bang, an online tuition platform.
8. Will I be able to claim any course or internship credit for this programme?
Unfortunately not.
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