Webinar: Aquaculture - A Rising Industry Generating Employment Opportunities

*Complimentary* WEBINAR: Aquaculture - A Rising Industry Generating Employment Opportunities

Join us to uncover the untapped potential of aquaculture as a catalyst for job market expansion and a sustainable future.

This talk delves into the dynamic landscape of aquaculture pertaining to Singapore and its pivotal role in the contemporary job market. As the demand for sustainable and diverse food sources escalates, aquaculture emerges as a key player, offering a plethora of employment opportunities.

This discussion will explore the growth trajectory of the aquaculture industry, examining its economic impact and the myriad of career prospects it presents. From fish farming to ecosystem management and adjacent/supporting industries, attendees will gain insights into the diverse roles within this burgeoning sector and the potential for both skilled and unskilled workforce. Moreover, the talk will address the industry's challenges, sustainability practices, emphasising the importance of responsible and knowledge-based aquaculture in securing long-term employment and fostering environmental stewardship.

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Learning Objectives:

• Highlight Industry Growth: Explore data on the expansion of aquaculture industry, emphasizing its increasing importance in meeting global food demands and contributing to economic growth;

• Showcase Job Opportunities: Shed light on the diverse array of employment opportunities within the aquaculture sector, ranging from skilled positions in fisheries management and aquaculture technology to project management and unskilled labour roles;

• Examine Economic Impact: Analyse the economic impact of the aquaculture industry, demonstrating its potential to stimulate job creation, foster entrepreneurship, and contribute to local and global economies;

• Inspire Engagement: Motivate and inspire attendees to consider aquaculture as a viable and rewarding career path, encouraging a deeper understanding of the sector's potential for professional development and job market diversification.

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Presentation and Discussion Method:

• Participants are encouraged to ask questions or share insights throughout the session

• Zoom will be used in this webinar. Please ensure that you have INSTALLED Zoom in your computer and login via the app, not through web browser. You can download the Zoom application here

• For an optimum experience, consider securing a stable internet connection

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About the Speaker:

Dr Lee Chee Wee (LinkedIn)

Dr Lee Chee Wee, an academia and technopreneur, has more than 25 years of dynamic, hands-on experience and networking in providing technological innovation and solutions to enterprises across the globe.  He received his BSc and MSc from McGill University, Canada, and PhD from the University of Alberta, Canada. He was a recipient of the Alberta Heritage Foundation Scholarship for Medical Research. Dr Lee had carried out his Post-doctoral Fellowship at Yale University School of Medicine, USA, before pursuing his academic career at the School of Medicine, National University of Singapore, where he is currently an Adjunct Associate Professor. He is an honoree of Singapore Spirit of Enterprise and a graduate of GMP Harvard Business School. He also serves as Scientific Advisor or Consultant to many life science companies and organisations.

 

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Event Particulars

Date: Wednesday, 27 March 2024

Time (SGT): 7.00 pm to 8.30 pm (Click here for a timezone converter)

Virtual Venue: Zoom. Access details will be included in the registration confirmation email. If you didn't receive them after checking your spam/junk folder, please contact us. 

PDUs: 1.5 = 0.5 Ways of Working + 1 Business Acumen (where applicable, PMI ID to be included with registration)

Registration deadline: Registration closes at event start or when capacity is reached.

 

 

 

 

Disclaimers:  Registration is final, non-refundable, non-transferrable. By registering for this event, you give permission to PMI Singapore Chapter to contact you with details of how to participate in this event. You will also be included in future communications from the PMI Singapore Chapter, from which it is easy to unsubscribe by following instructions at the bottom of a mailer. Recordings, videography and photography may take place and imaging used later for communications. Further terms and conditions can be found on our website.

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