Economy and Business of Singapore

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Open to Stern students only – Sophomores and up. Learn how Singapore jumped from an emerging to a developed country in a generation. It is now a sought out location serving as the headquarters for many global companies and a hub for business across Southeast Asia. How did Singapore manage this feat? Learn firsthand: What are the key strengths of the country from a business perspective? What are the social and economic challenges the country is facing? What are the management issues for executives in Singapore and the greater southeast Asian region today? How has the government managed economic and foreign policy challenges it faces from the rise of China and regional tensions to COVID? This course and trip are designed to equip you to understand, invest and work in this dynamic country and region. This class includes a trip to Singapore in January. Attending or viewing an Info Session is required before enrolling in this course. Must be enrolled at Stern in New York City during the semester you take the course. Important Note: Seniors who plan to graduate in January - the final grade for this course will not be available until after the January trip. View the website for more details about this class and trip: www.stern.nyu.edu/singapore