Overview
(e-Certification Included) The AIM ASEAN Programme (AI for MSME Advancement in ASEAN) is a fully sponsored regional initiative designed specifically for startups, SMEs, and small business owners who want to understand, adopt, and apply AI responsibly in their organisations.
This is not a technical or coding course. It is a practical, business-focused programme built around real use cases and immediate application.
About AIM ASEAN
AIM ASEAN (AI for MSME Advancement in ASEAN) is a two-year regional initiative by the ASEAN Foundation, under the AI Opportunity Fund: Asia Pacific, in collaboration with AVPN and supported by Google.org and the Asian Development Bank. It aims to empower 100,000 MSMEs across all ten ASEAN Member States. Through practical, localised AI training, AIM ASEAN helps small business owners use digital tools to improve operations, expand markets, and build resilience. The programme also brings together policymakers and experts to strengthen the ecosystem that enables MSMEs to thrive in the digital age.
📅 Date: 8 April 2026 (Wednesday)
🕘 Time: 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM (including networking)
📍 Venue: 32 Carpenter St, Singapore 059911
🤝 In partnership with: SGInnovate & IES-INCA (ROUND 3)
Important Programme & Eligibility Notes
This session will cover Modules 1 to 4 of the AIM ASEAN Programme in a single, structured training session, combining guided learning, practical examples, and facilitated discussion.
Participants who complete the session and meet the programme requirements will receive an AIM ASEAN e-Certificate, which will be issued a few working days after the training.
After completion, participants will also receive continued access to the AIM ASEAN e-learning portal, where they can revisit content and explore supplementary learning materials to support ongoing application in their businesses.
Eligibility Requirements
To participate in this programme, attendees must be eligible under the AIM ASEAN Programme.
Eligible participants include:
• Singapore-registered MSMEs, including:
– Private Limited Companies
– Sole Proprietorships
– Partnerships, LPs, LLPs
• Priority will be given to entities that have not previously participated in the AIM ASEAN Programme.
An MSME is defined as an organisation with:
• Group revenue of up to S$100 million, or
• A maximum employment size of 200 employees
Participant Profile
To ensure meaningful application of the training, participants should:
• Be business owners, founders, or co-founders, or
• Hold decision-making or leadership roles within the organisation
This includes individuals who are able to evaluate, approve, or implement new workflows, processes, or AI tools within the business.
About This Programme
AI is no longer just for big tech companies. Today, small businesses are already using AI to improve productivity, marketing, operations, and decision-making — without hiring data scientists or investing heavily in technology.
The AIM ASEAN Programme (AI for MSME Advancement in ASEAN) is a fully sponsored regional initiative designed specifically for startups, SMEs, and small business owners who want to understand, adopt, and apply AI responsibly in their organisations.
This is not a technical or coding course. It is a practical, business-focused programme built around real use cases and immediate application.
What You’ll Learn
Across 4 short, focused modules, participants will learn:
• How AI can be applied across marketing, operations, finance, HR, and customer engagement
• How to identify relevant AI use cases (not hype-driven tools)
• How to begin an AI adoption journey safely and realistically
• Core principles of Responsible AI (ethics, governance, data protection)
• How small businesses can deploy AI with limited budget and manpower
Programme Structure (Full AIM ASEAN Programme)
Module 1: Artificial Intelligence (AI) – Basics & Business Use Cases
Module 2: The AI Adoption Journey – Steps for Business Owners
Module 3: Using AI Responsibly – Ethical & Governance Principles
Module 4: Key Considerations & Framework for Successful AI Deployment
Programme Highlights
100% sponsored (no course fees)
Beginner-friendly — no technical or coding background required
Short & time-efficient
Practical tools and real business examples
Certificate of Completion issued under AIM ASEAN
About AIM ASEAN
AIM ASEAN (AI for MSME Advancement in ASEAN) is a two-year regional initiative by the ASEAN Foundation, under the AI Opportunity Fund: Asia Pacific, in collaboration with AVPN and supported by Google.org and the Asian Development Bank. It aims to empower 100,000 MSMEs across all ten ASEAN Member States. Through practical, localised AI training, AIM ASEAN helps small business owners use digital tools to improve operations, expand markets, and build resilience. The programme also brings together policymakers and experts to strengthen the ecosystem that enables MSMEs to thrive in the digital age.
Learn more about AIM ASEAN Programme: https://projectasiadata.com/aim-asean/ If you prefer a a fully online learning mode, please sign up here: https://forms.gle/a6TSZ5tzCnuXgzBQ9
Schedule
Date: 08 Apr 2026, Wednesday
Time: 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM (GMT +8:00) Kuala Lumpur, Singapore
Location: 32 Carpenter Street, 059911
Speakers
Speaker's Profile:
Koo Ping Shung , Co-Founder, Project Asia Data
Koo Ping Shung has 20 years of relevant experience in Data Science and Artificial Intelligence. He has experiences from a wide variety of industries in how data and AI is being used. His experience also spans the data value chain, from data collection, data management, and data governance to insights & machine learning model implementation. He is an instructor, trainer, facilitator for various institutions and Career Conversion Program locally and has taught overseas participants. Besides conducting training, Koo is Data Science & Artificial Intelligence advisor to businesses and startups and has mentored many individuals, professionals and undergrads. His strong passion shines further with him co-founding DataScience SG, one of the largest interest groups/tech communities in the region.
