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NBS Knowledge Lab Webinar Series

Join our NBS Kno​wledge Lab webinars where our faculty and a panel of distinguished industry leaders share their insights on the key issues in business.


Conferences & Seminars

NBS Knowledge Lab Webinar: Climate Change: From Risk to Resilience

30 Nov 2022 04.00 PM - 05.00 PM Virtual

Past Webinars

In case you missed it, you can view past webinars here.

NBS Knowledge Lab Webinar: Transforming Businesses for the Digital Economy (Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam)

Hear our distinguished speakers share their perspectives on how businesses can transform themselves to harness the potential of digitalisation in Vietnam.

Hear our distinguished speakers share their perspectives on how businesses can transform themselves to harness the potential of digitalisation in Vietnam.

NBS Knowledge Lab Webinar: Transforming Businesses for the Digital Economy (Jakarta, Indonesia)

In this webinar, we bring together our expert panellists in Indonesia to share the latest developments and policy initiatives, critical barriers, challenges, and pitfalls in achieving digital transformation.

In this webinar, we bring together our expert panellists in Indonesia to share the latest developments and policy initiatives, critical barriers, challenges, and pitfalls in achieving digital transformation.
Leadership and Future of Banking

NBS Knowledge Lab Dean's Distinguished Speaker Series: Leadership and Future of Banking

Mr Piyush Gupta, Chief Executive Officer and Director of DBS Group, shared his leadership journey, key qualities to thrive in the new business environment, and his vision for the future of banking.

Mr Piyush Gupta, Chief Executive Officer and Director of DBS Group, shared his leadership journey, key qualities to thrive in the new business environment, and his vision for the future of banking.

NBS Knowledge Lab Webinar: The ESG Journey - Lessons From 3 Companies

In this webinar, we bring together business leaders and social entrepreneurs from TreeDots, WeShine, and DBS Sustainability Council who are at different stages of their ESG journey

NBS Knowledge Lab Webinar: Business Implications of the Russia-Ukraine Crisis

In this webinar, we invited three prominent business leaders to discuss risk mitigation strategies for businesses to consider in the face of this conflict

NBS Business Conference 2022

The inaugural NBS Business Conference 2022 took place on 15 March 2022 where leading academics from NTU, prominent industry leaders, and corporate partners engaged in conversations on the theme of corporate sustainability

The inaugural NBS Business Conference 2022 took place on 15 March 2022 where leading academics from NTU, prominent industry leaders, and corporate partners engaged in conversations on the theme of corporate sustainability

NBS Knowledge Lab Webinar: Empower Financial Services with Artificial Intelligence

AI has opened up new potential for financial industries to meet consumers’ rising expectations for smarter, safer, and more accessible financial services. Hear from industry experts and researchers from NTU who conduct research in this domain.

AI has opened up new potential for financial industries to meet consumers’ rising expectations for smarter, safer, and more accessible financial services. Hear from industry experts and researchers from NTU who conduct research in this domain.
Nanyang Business School Knowledge Lab webinar with guests from the IMF, moderated by Prof Yougesh Khatri

NBS Knowledge Lab Webinar: Transition to a Green Economy

Three experts from the International Monetary Fund discuss the role of sustainable finance in fostering the transition to a green economy.

Three experts from the International Monetary Fund discuss the role of sustainable finance in fostering the transition to a green economy.
NBS Knowledge Lab Webinar Interdisciplinary Distinguished Speaker Series, Living with Robots

NBS Knowledge Lab Webinar: Living with Robots: Fiction, Reality, or an Opportunity?

Professor David Hsu from the National University of Singapore shares his insights into the latest robot technology development, dispels some unrealistic expectations, and speculates on what lies ahead.

Professor David Hsu from the National University of Singapore shares his insights into the latest robot technology development, dispels some unrealistic expectations, and speculates on what lies ahead.
NBS Knowledge Lab Webinar, Digital Transformation in Finance

NBS Knowledge Lab Webinar: Digital Transformation in Finance

In this webinar, we bring together four experts from Singapore Fintech Association, JP Morgan, and Minterest as they unpack the implications of future trends for digital transformation in the financial industry.

In this webinar, we bring together four experts from Singapore Fintech Association, JP Morgan, and Minterest as they unpack the implications of future trends for digital transformation in the financial industry.
NBS Alumnus, Nicole Tan, President & CEO, Shiseido Asia Pacific speaking at the NBS Knowledge Lab Dean's Distinguished Speaker event

Webinar: Rising to the Challenge: Strategic Leadership at a Beauty Giant in Turbulent Times

NBS alumnus Nicole Tan, President & CEO, Shiseido Asia Pacific, shares her insights into the dynamics of the global beauty industry and leadership success factors in this time of change at the NBS Knowledge Lab Dean's Distinguished Speaker Series

NBS alumnus Nicole Tan, President & CEO, Shiseido Asia Pacific, shares her insights into the dynamics of the global beauty industry and leadership success factors in this time of change at the NBS Knowledge Lab Dean's Distinguished Speaker Series
NBS Knowledge Lab Webinar on Green Finance

Webinar: Green and Sustainable Finance (Investments, Banking, and FinTech)

We bring together experts from Monetary Authority of Singapore, GIC Pte Ltd, JP Morgan and #STACS to discuss key issues in green finance.

We bring together experts from Monetary Authority of Singapore, GIC Pte Ltd, JP Morgan and #STACS to discuss key issues in green finance.
NBS Knowledge Lab - Managing Emerging Risks for New Technologies (Cyber, Big Data, Ethics)

Webinar: Managing Emerging Risks for New Technologies (Cyber, Big Data, Ethics)

We bring together three experts with extensive experience from diverse sectors to share their insights into the management of risks associated with the emergence of new technology.

We bring together three experts with extensive experience from diverse sectors to share their insights into the management of risks associated with the emergence of new technology.

Webinar: Food Security: Beyond the Pandemic

Hear our panel of experts discuss the key issues of food security and the challenges and opportunities for Singapore.

Hear our panel of experts discuss the key issues of food security and the challenges and opportunities for Singapore.
NBS Knowledge Lab Webinar Triple AI

NBS Knowledge Lab Webinar: Triple AI: The way forward to lead organisations with AI

Professor De Cremer discusses the role that AI will play in how organisations of the future will be run, and the exact role of human leadership.

Professor De Cremer discusses the role that AI will play in how organisations of the future will be run, and the exact role of human leadership.
NBS Knowledge Lab: Blockchain & Cryptocurrencies: How will the pandemic affect progress?

Webinar: Blockchain & Cryptocurrencies: How will the pandemic affect progress?

Hear what our panel of experts had to say on blockchain and cryptocurrencies and the key trends that will shape its narrative in a post-pandemic world.

Hear what our panel of experts had to say on blockchain and cryptocurrencies and the key trends that will shape its narrative in a post-pandemic world.

Webinar: Global Economic and Financial Stability Outlook

Dr Stephan Danniger (Head of the IMF Singapore Training Institute) and Dr Phakawa Jeasakul (IMF Resident Representative in Hong Kong) share the insights from the IMF’s views on the global economic and financial stability outlook.

Dr Stephan Danniger (Head of the IMF Singapore Training Institute) and Dr Phakawa Jeasakul (IMF Resident Representative in Hong Kong) share the insights from the IMF’s views on the global economic and financial stability outlook.

Webinar: The Post-Pandemic Future of Global Value Chain

The COVID-19 pandemic and the continuing trade tensions between the US and China have exposed the vulnerabilities of the GVCs in Asia and beyond. In this webinar we explore what the post-pandemic future of GVCs would look like in the region

The COVID-19 pandemic and the continuing trade tensions between the US and China have exposed the vulnerabilities of the GVCs in Asia and beyond. In this webinar we explore what the post-pandemic future of GVCs would look like in the region

Webinar: Sea-level rise – A crisis for coastal communities

Professor Horton talks about his research at the Earth Observatory which shows that the amount of sea-level rise will vary from place to place. As such, each coastal city needs to invest in the science of sea-level rise

Professor Horton talks about his research at the Earth Observatory which shows that the amount of sea-level rise will vary from place to place. As such, each coastal city needs to invest in the science of sea-level rise

Webinar: Building Resiliency in Supply Chains

In this webinar, we get insights from the Supply Chain Officers/Directors from established organisations - McDonald’s, NTUC FairPrice and HP. We will then explore what they did to address these challenges.

In this webinar, we get insights from the Supply Chain Officers/Directors from established organisations - McDonald’s, NTUC FairPrice and HP. We will then explore what they did to address these challenges.

Webinar Write-ups

Read our post-webinar write-ups here.

Business Implications of the Russia-Ukraine Crisis

With uncertainties surrounding the conflict that are worsening supply chain disruptions and slowing down globally, is it all doom and gloom?

COVID-19: A Viral Disease with Viral Implications

After two years of living with COVID-19, we take a look at the impact of the virus and how we can better prepare ourselves for future pandemics

Transition to a Green Economy: Sustainable Private Finance

Leadership Challenges during the Pandemic

NBS Knowledge Lab: Dean’s Distinguished Speaker Series with Nicole Tan, President & CEO Asia Pacific, Shiseido. She shares her insights into the dynamics of the global beauty industry and leadership success factors in this time of change

Food Security: Beyond the Pandemic

The disruptions caused on the agricultural landscape and food supply chains have brought food security concerns. Our panellists discuss issues such as diversification, AI, and Singapore’s “30 by 30” aim to triple local food production by 2030.

The disruptions caused on the agricultural landscape and food supply chains have brought food security concerns. Our panellists discuss issues such as diversification, AI, and Singapore’s “30 by 30” aim to triple local food production by 2030.

Blockchain and Cryptocurrencies: How Will the Pandemic Affect Development and Progress

Bitcoin rose almost ten-fold in value the past year, leading to the world’s attention on blockchain and cryptocurrencies. How did this happen? In this article, industry experts share their insights.

360-Degree Leadership

The third instalment of "The Impact of Business Unusual" series saw HR experts sharing their experiences and insights on how individuals can overcome their workplace challenges and what it means to manage oneself, others and the business metrics.

​​​ ​Entrepreneurship in the Time of COVID-19

Speakers from the Singapore start-up scene were invited to share their thoughts on surviving, striving and finding entrepreneurial opportunities in the pandemic.

Responding, Reopening and Repositioning: The Hospitality Industry in the COVID-19 Crisis

Associate Professor Tan Joo Seng and a panel of speakers shared insights on what the future holds for the hospitality industry.

Winning at Working from Home: Insights from Industry Leaders

Working from home (WFH) has become the new norm. As companies adapt to these necessary changes, what factors contribute to successful transition from office to home?

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