RISE for Business is a digital upskilling programme by BCG designed to help SMEs and growth enterprises build future-ready capabilities within their workforce. The programme equips employees with in-demand business and digital skills—such as data analytics, digital marketing, and digital transformation—through a part-time, hands-on learning experience. Learners apply their skills to real business challenges from their own workplace, with guidance from BCG coaches, creating immediate impact while supporting long-term business growth and innovation.

Unlike most training programmes, RISE for Business lets learners bring real business challenges from their workplace and solve them with support from BCG coaches. This hands-on, tailored approach ensures learning is immediately applicable and delivers impact for both the employee and the organisation.

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RISE for Business equips your employees with future-ready digital and business capabilities that can be directly applied to their roles. Through a structured, part-time training experience, learners gain practical tools and frameworks in areas like data analytics, digital innovation, or omnichannel marketing—tailored to real use cases within your organisation.

However, it’s important to note that this is a learning programme—not a consulting engagement. The curriculum, group-based assessments, and coaching sessions follow a consistent structure and are not customised to individual business needs. The focus is on building your capabilities—so you take ownership of the challenge and grow through the process. By the end of the programme, you’ll be better prepared to lead digital initiatives, improve workflows, and contribute to your organisation’s transformation journey.

As a sponsored learner, you’ll be equipped with in-demand business and digital skills that allow you to expand your role and create greater impact at work. Whether it’s making data-driven decisions, improving team workflows, or reaching customers more effectively through digital marketing, you’ll gain practical skills you can apply immediately—even during the course. With support from industry experts and trainers, you’ll work on real business challenges from your day-to-day role, delivering quick wins while building long-term capabilities that strengthen your career growth.

There is no limit to the number of employees your organisation can enrol in RISE for Business. You’re welcome to nominate as many team members as needed to support your upskilling and transformation goals.

Choosing the right course depends on your current role, the skills you want to develop, and the role you’d like to grow into to create greater impact within your organisation. Whether you’re looking to work more effectively with data, lead digital initiatives, or engage customers more strategically, each RISE for Business course is designed to help you apply new skills directly to your work.

The course fee for RISE for Business is $28,000 before subsidies.

Yes. Eligible companies can receive up to 90% in training subsidies — 70% through SSG’s Course Fee Grant (CFG), with an additional 20% provided via either the Enhanced Training Support for SMEs (ETSS) or the Mid-Career Enhanced Subsidy (MCES), depending on eligibility. In addition, companies may qualify for Absentee Payroll funding, which helps defray manpower costs when employees attend training. Other government support schemes may also be available depending on eligibility.

After subsidies, companies typically pay 10% of the course fee, amounting to $2,800 per learner (before GST). This amount can be further reduced by up to 90% using the SkillsFuture Enterprise Credit (SFEC). In addition, companies can also claim Absentee Payroll funding to offset employee training-related costs even further.

Yes, Singapore-registered SMEs are eligible for enhanced subsidies up to 90% course fee under the SkillsFuture SG (SSG) Subsidy and Enhanced Training Support for SMEs (ETSS). This includes a 70% SkillsFuture course fee subsidy, plus an additional ETSS top-up, reducing the total out-of-pocket fee from $28,000 to just $2,800 per learner before GST. On top of that, companies can claim Absentee Payroll funding to further offset training-related costs.

To qualify for ETSS funding, companies must be declared as a SME. You can refer to the SME declaration guide here to assist you in your declaration.

Yes, non-SME companies are eligible for baseline subsidies under SkillsFuture Singapore (SSG) for Singapore Citizens and Permanent Residents. This includes a 70% course fee subsidy, reducing the cost from $28,000 to $8,400 per learner. For Singapore Citizens aged 40 and above, the Mid-Career Enhanced Subsidy (MCES) provides additional support—bringing the out-of-pocket fee down to $2,800 before GST. On top of that, companies can claim Absentee Payroll funding to further offset training-related costs.

Absentee Payroll (AP) funding is a grant provided by SkillsFuture Singapore (SSG) to help employers defray the manpower costs incurred when employees attend training during paid working hours. Eligible employers can receive $4.50 per training hour per employee, capped at $100,000 per enterprise per calendar year.

This funding is designed to support workforce development by making it easier for companies—especially SMEs—to send employees for upskilling without bearing the full cost of lost productivity. AP funding can be claimed in addition to course fee subsidies, further lowering the overall cost of training under programmes like RISE for Business.

All Absentee Payroll claims are administered directly by SSG. Employers are responsible for submitting the necessary documentation and working with SSG for claim processing and disbursement.

• For more information on Absentee Payroll (AP) funding, see here.

Once you have commenced the programme, only withdrawals due to valid reasons stipulated by BCG — such as a certifiable medical condition that prevents you from continuing the programme (with supporting documents), or resignation from your Sponsoring Company — may be eligible for refunds. In such cases, only the fees for modules not yet commenced will be refunded. You must notify BCG in writing within one week, complete the withdrawal process, and provide relevant documentation. If the reason is deemed invalid or the formal process is not completed, your Sponsoring Company may be subject to a penalty where no refund will be issued.

RISE for Business is open to employees who are nominated and sponsored by their Singapore-registered organisation, including SMEs and growth enterprises. Participants must be Singapore Citizens, Permanent Residents, or LTVP+ holders who are not currently residing overseas. They should also have basic computer literacy and be comfortable learning in English, as the programme is conducted entirely in English.

Your company must be registered and operating in Singapore. For enhanced subsidies, SMEs must meet the criteria set by SkillsFuture Singapore (SSG) under the Enhanced Training Support for SMEs (ETSS).

RISE for Business is intended for company-sponsored learners. If you’re an individual looking to upskill independently, you may consider applying for RISE 2.0 instead.

RISE 2.0 is for individuals looking to upskill and transition into digital roles, while RISE for Business is designed to help companies upskill their workforce and drive digital transformation.

Absolutely. RISE for Business courses are designed for learners of all backgrounds — whether you’re a beginner or an experienced professional. No prior experience is required, though for Data Analytics for Business (DAB), some familiarity can be an advantage.

Note: Our courses are intensive and hands-on, designed to stretch learners beyond theory and into practice. As many graduates have shared, what made the difference wasn’t prior knowledge, but mindset. With commitment and perseverance, many found the RISE experience both challenging and deeply rewarding.

RISE for Business classes are primarily conducted online, through a blend of live virtual lectures, interactive workshops, self-paced e-learning, and hands-on projects. Learners also benefit from one-to-one coaching, where they receive personalised guidance and support to apply what they’ve learned in the workplace.

RISE for Business courses typically span around 20 weeks, with some variation depending on the course.

Class schedule

• Every Mon & Wed, 2pm to 6pm

*Class timings may vary depending on the topic or other factors. Please refer to the official schedule shared with you by the RISE team during the enrolment process for the most accurate information.

All learners must have access to a laptop or desktop computer with a working webcam to fully participate in the course. This setup is essential for engaging in live Zoom sessions, accessing the learning platform, completing assignments, and collaborating effectively during virtual group work. Your webcam must remain on throughout all live online sessions as part of the mandatory condition for funding eligibility. A separate mobile device with the SingPass app installed is also required to take your attendance at the start of each session.

For learners enrolling in the Data Analytics for Business (DAB) course, additional software and technical specifications are required; see below.

Yes, you will receive a RISE by BCG U certificate upon completing the course, provided you meet the minimum attendance and assessment requirements. The certificate is OpenCert verifiable and can be shared on LinkedIn. In addition, digital badges are awarded to top-performing learners in projects, which can also be showcased on LinkedIn.