FUNDED PROGRAMMES

The Career Conversion Programme for Retail Industry (CCP-RI) aims to help Professionals, Managers, Executives, and Technicians (PMETs) mid-career switchers undergo skills conversion to gain relevant competencies and take on new, exciting job functions in Retail Operations, Brand Management, Marketing, Merchandising or E-commerce (Omni-Channel).

Designed for intermediate to advanced learners, SIRS' Masterclasses & Workshops series equip learners with the required skillsets and knowledge to boost and optimise their sales and marketing efforts to enhance business revenue. Our masterclasses are conducted by leading experts and practitioners in the respective fields, transferring actionable knowledge to learners.

We all need someone who inspires us to do better than we know, and mentors do that with their wealth of experience and knowledge to shorten our learning curve and accelerate growth. Whether you are a business owner or an entrepreneur, having a mentor will benefit you tremendously on your journey to success.

Unlock the future of retail with WSQ-certified courses at SIRS. Learners gain a comprehensive understanding of modern retail best practices, seamlessly integrating digital components like omnichannel and e-commerce fronts for their companies. Designed for learners at various proficiency levels and seniorities, our programs delve into retail operations and digital technology.

The SkillsFuture Career Transition Programme (SCTP) is a train-and-place initiative by the SkillsFuture Singapore to support mid-career individuals in upskilling and reskilling themselves with industry-relevant skills and knowledge to boost their employability to take on new or enhanced job opportunities in the retail and new sectors. Trainees will receive advisory and employment facilitation by our team of qualified Career Advisors from SIRS at no cost.

Equip yourself for the digital economy with SIRS’s SkillsFuture for Digital Workplace 2.0 (SFDW 2.0). Focus on automation, cybersecurity risk, data analytics, and in-demand digital tools. Prepare for the evolving landscape and gain practical skills in AI, data analytics, and IoT. Enroll today!

The SkillsFuture Series is a curated list of short, industry-relevant training programmes that focus on emerging skillsets. Targeted at Singaporeans who are keen to either gain a basic understanding or deepen their skills, SIRS’ SkillsFuture Series comprises the following bite-sized courses to provide adult learners with skill proficiency and enable them to stay relevant and competitive in the retail sector.

The rapid introduction of new technologies has resulted in a shift of consumers' shopping behaviour. This has, in turn, resulted in a shift of the role of the traditional brick-and-mortar store, transforming it from just a sales channel into one that makes up part of the customer experience.

The SkillsFuture Work-Study Programme (WSP) provides opportunities for the Polytechnic or Institute of Technical Education (ITE) fresh graduates to gain industry-relevant experience and skills while pursuing a Certificate or Post-Diploma through a work-study arrangement. Get a head-start in your retail career as you deepen your skills and acquire relevant work experience while earning a competitive starting salary.