Vertical Institute Blog
Explore industry insights, practical guides, and the latest digital and AI skills trends to support your upskilling and career growth.
Thought Leadership
Perspectives on Digital Skills, AI and the Future of Work
Insights from VI representatives, instructors, and partners on digital skills, AI adoption, workforce transformation, and the future of learning.
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SkillsFuture Enterprise Credit
SkillsFuture Enterprise Credit in 2026: What Employers Need to Know
A practical breakdown of how to claim SkillsFuture Enterprise Credit, plus the 30 November 2026 deadline employers should not miss.
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Generative AI
21 UTAP-Approved AI Tools in Singapore You Can Subscribe to With NTUC Subsidy (2026)
From ChatGPT to Canva, here is the full list of 21 AI tools NTUC members can subscribe to with UTAP support.
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Career Insights
SkillsFuture Festival 2026: Vertical Institute Event Guide
SkillsFuture Festival 2026, themed "Career Health in the Age of AI," features eight Vertical Institute events running from 16 September to 28 October.
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Popular Articles
Do PRs Have SkillsFuture Credit? What PRs Can Claim in 2026
If you’re a Permanent Resident in Singapore, you’ve probably asked yourself one thing: does PR have SkillsFuture Credit in Singapore? The short answer? No. SkillsFuture Credit only applies to Singapore citizens aged 25 and above. But that does not mean PRs are left behind. You can still access SkillsFuture-approved training with course fee subsidies. These […]
5 Reasons Why You Should Learn UX Design
User Experience (UX) Design is crucial to our digital world. It shapes how users interact with websites, mobile apps, and other digital products, ensuring they are intuitive, efficient, and enjoyable. Companies today invest heavily in UX design to improve customer satisfaction and retention. As a result, UX designers are in high demand, with job opportunities […]
Top Platforms for Data Analytics and Data Science Datasets
Have you ever had the plan but needed the platform when ideating for your next data project? Whether you’re a beginner building your portfolio, a seasoned professional sharpening your skills, or a student embarking on your first data-driven endeavour, having access to suitable datasets is crucial. To demonstrate your data analytics and data science skills, […]
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How to Build Resilience in the Workplace and Why It Matters?
You’ve got emails piling up, meetings dragging on, and it’s clear you need to build resilience in the workplace. It’s 3.30pm, your brain is still stuck on that awkward conversation with your manager from this morning, your shoulders are tense, and your focus is long gone. Now picture someone a few desks down. Same deadlines, […]
12 Practical Tips to Improve Your Corporate Presentation and Storytelling Skills
You’ve probably sat through a corporate presentation that felt more like a chore than a conversation: packed slides, scattered points, and no clear takeaway. In today’s workplace, that’s more than awkward. It’s risky and costly. Poor presentation skills, from unclear messaging to a lack of structure or story, can derail ideas and damage your professional […]
Benefits of Effective People Management for Teams in Singapore
Effective people management often decides whether someone stays on a team or quietly starts looking elsewhere. It shapes daily decisions more than any policy on paper: how feedback lands, whether a bad week gets noticed, and whether someone feels safe raising a concern. Most managers assume they are doing this well. Few actually check. In […]
What Is AI Workflow Automation and How It Makes Work More Efficient
AI workflow helps people handle repetitive work tasks with less manual effort. Many teams spend time copying information, waiting for approvals, or repeating the same steps across different tools. These processes slow work down, even though they follow predictable patterns. AI workflow automation supports these processes by assisting with routine steps, moving tasks along, or […]
What Is Critical Thinking and Problem-Solving, and Why It Matter at Work
If you’ve ever wondered what is critical thinking and problem-solving in real life are, it often shows up in messy work situations. Ever faced a scenario where no one agrees on the problem, much less the solution? Moments like these test how well you think, not how quickly you react. In a world where AI […]
How to Manage Conflict in the Workplace: 15 Best Practices for Professionals
POV: You’re leading a project team, deadlines pile up, and two team members begin clashing during each meeting. What was a routine check-in becomes tense. The project stalls, and your manager asks what went wrong. Many professionals face situations like this more often than they admit. In fact, a 2023 survey found that 55% of […]
How to Lead Diverse Teams in Singapore’s Multicultural Workplace
Leading diverse teams in Singapore often means managing people with different cultures, languages, experiences, and ways of working. These differences can shape how employees communicate, respond to feedback, or participate in decisions. Yet, they do not automatically create conflict. The real challenge is knowing when differences matter and how you should respond as a leader. […]
SkillsFuture AI Subscription: How to Get 6 Months of Free Premium AI Tools
The SkillsFuture AI Subscription gives eligible Singaporeans six months of complimentary access to selected premium AI tools. Wondering whether you qualify? Or which course do you need to attend before you can claim it? Launched on 16 September 2026, the initiative helps learners continue practising AI after attending eligible training. It forms part of Singapore’s […]
What Are Professional Skills and How to Improve Them?
Professional skills can shape how well you perform today, but will the same skills still matter in five years? As AI changes everyday work, should you focus on technical expertise, human capabilities, or both? The World Economic Forum expects 39% of workers’ existing skill sets to change or become outdated by 2030. AI and big […]