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Are you ready to lead as a CFO in the boardroom?

F-TEN® Asia is a powerful leadership development programme that has enabled me to reflect on my own career to date and reset my goals and objectives to plan for the next phase of my career. The programme has enabled me to connect with industry-leading CFO mentors, as well as cutting-edge academic facilitators to give me a far greater perspective than I would otherwise be able to achieve. I have also had the opportunity to network with people at similar stages in their career, and share perspectives and challenges for the here and now as CFOs. I would highly recommend this course for those looking to take the next step in their CFO careers. Andrew Frawley, Director, Regional Finance, Deutsche Bank

We are delighted to announce that ICAEW, in partnership with Singapore Management University (SMU) and Progress-U, will be launching this year’s F-TEN® Asia programme in Singapore in November. This powerful collaboration between world leaders in finance and accounting, executive development experts and executive coaching specialists throughout Asia, offers delegates an unrivalled development experience.

An elite network of finance leaders

F-TEN® Asia Graduates – Class of 2013

ABOUT F-TEN® ASIAF-TEN® is an elite leadership development, coaching, mentoring and networking programme. It was developed to support senior finance leaders and newly promoted CFOs in developing the boardroom leadership skills needed by today’s high-performing CFO. Launched in the UK in 2009 and in Asia in 2013, F-TEN® has a strong track record and is now one of the most sought-after development programmes for senior finance leaders.

IS F-TEN® ASIA FOR ME?F-TEN® has been successful for senior finance professionals who are either new to a CFO role, or aspiring towards a board-level group CFO or equivalent role. F-TEN® will suit motivated and intelligent finance leaders who have a clear idea of where they want their career to move to, but require a clear-cut map for success and support in developing the leadership skills needed today.

BENEFITS OF THE F-TEN® PROGRAMMECEOs, CFOs, HR directors and past delegates tell us that F-TEN® supports the long-term growth and performance of their business by supporting finance leaders in:

• developing superior boardroom leadership behaviours and the broad business skills needed by today’s CFO;

• providing focussed career development from a leading mentor;

• motivating, inspiring and empowering their finance teams and dealing credibly with internal and external stakeholders;

• creating a cross-industry network for senior leaders to develop external perspectives and new ideas to bring back to their business;

• supporting finance transformation programmes by positioning finance leaders at the forefront of organisational strategy and decision making;

• supporting organisational succession planning by ensuring that you retain and develop the next generation of CFOs.

CONTINUED SUPPORT On graduation from the programme, participants are awarded a certificate from ICAEW and SMU, and are invited to join the F-TEN® alumni.

This programme has been truly inspirational! Simon Wong, Regional CFO, ED&F Man Asia Pte Ltd

The F-TEN® Asia experience

F-TEN® Asia comprises of six key elements which run in parallel during the programme. This ensures participants have time to learn, reflect and apply knowledge and skills with support from fellow participants, a mentor and business sponsor. F-TEN® Asia will be hosted at SMU’s world-class Singapore campus, and participants will be partnered with a mentor in their local region.

F-TEN® ASIA: A BLENDED LEARNING JOURNEY

THE PROGRAMME INCLUDES:

ONLINE ICAEW BOARD-LEVEL 360° LEADERSHIP ASSESSMENT x2

This provides feedback from peers, direct reports, line managers and stakeholders on key leadership behaviours. The assessment is repeated at the end of the programme to measure progress and identify next steps.

NETWORKING DINNERS x4 (pre-workshop evening off campus)

Non-Executive Directors, CEOs, CFOs share their different perspectives and ‘lessons learned’ while leading a business at board level.

CFO LEADERSHIP WORKSHOPS x4 (1 day, on campus)

Delivered by SMU’s expert global management faculty. Participants will focus on fine-tuning and refreshing the skills needed to be credible in a boardroom environment in the CFO role.

PEER LEARNING GROUPS x4 (1/2 day on campus)

Participants work with an expert facilitator in small groups to apply the learning from the workshops using their current business and leadership challenges as case studies. These groups provide an excellent forum for developing external perspectives and new ideas.

EXECUTIVE ONE-TO-ONE COACHING SESSIONS x4 (45 mins via telephone)

The one-to-one coaching sessions will provide participants with a personal development opportunity and ensure learnings and experiences from the workshops and peer groups are taken back into the workplace.

BUSINESS MENTORING SESSIONS WITH LEADING NON-EXECUTIVE DIRECTORS, CEOs AND CFOs x6 (1.5 hours per session, local to you)

Participants are matched to a local mentor who will work with them on their individual career and business development needs.

November December January February March April May

360 degree Feedback

Harrison Assessment

F-TEN® Asia Induction & Mentee Training

Networking Dinner with Guest Speakers

CFO Leadership WorkshopsLeadership & BoardroomChallenge

Succeeding in the Trust Economy

The Strategy Cascade

Diversity & Virtual Teams

Peer Learning Groups*

Mentoring Sessions Sessions are booked directly with the mentor to work around your diary

One-to-One Coaching Sessions Sessions are booked directly with the coach to work around your diary

*Groups and timings will be allocated when the cohort is complete.

Paul Faulkner (Singapore)

Executive Vice President & Chief Financial Officer, MSIG Insurance (Singapore) Pte. Ltd.

Dato’ Yusli bin Mohamed Yusof (Malaysia)

Former Executive Director & Chief Executive Officer, Bursa Malaysia Berhad

Dato Mohammad Zainal bin Shaari (Malaysia)

Former President & Chief Operations Officer, Khazanah Nasional Berhad

Tan Sri Dato’ Seri Mohd Bakke Salleh (Malaysia)

President & Group Chief Executive Officer, Sime Darby Berhad

Sanjay Uppal (Singapore)

Chief Executive Officer, StraitsBridge Advisors Pte Ltd

F-TEN® Asia mentors

F-TEN® Asia gives participants the unique opportunity to be mentored by leading Chairmen, Non-Executive Directors, CEOs and CFOs based in their region. Research shows that having an external mentor is invaluable in supporting personal development, providing impartial guidance on practical business issues, and managing boardroom dynamics. Delegates are given the opportunity to choose from an exceptional pool of mentors who have extensive board-level experience in leading global companies. Our panel of mentors includes:

The appeal of the F-TEN® Asia programme is the huge opportunity to learn from fellow senior finance professionals, as well as the one-to-one mentoring sessions with experienced CFO’s. I have benefited greatly from these sessions as they provide terrific insight and offer different perspectives in developing one to be better in the CFO role and lead in the boardroom. Joseph Chia, Executive Vice President, Finance, Senoko Energy Pte Ltd

Goh Cheok Cheng (Singapore)

Executive Vice President & Chief Financial Officer, Prudential Assurance Company Singapore Ltd

A powerful collaboration

ICAEW: A WORLD LEADER IN THE FINANCE AND ACCOUNTANCY PROFESSION

Since 1880, ICAEW (Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales) has provided insight, leadership and development for accountancy, finance and business leaders.

With over 142,000 chartered accountants worldwide, our aim at ICAEW is to ensure finance functions in business, accountants in practice and all their counterparts, can act as champions of business growth, using their leadership and technical expertise to drive organisational performance.

Alongside our prestigious ACA qualification, ICAEW pioneered leadership development programmes that were specifically designed for finance specialists. Our suite of programmes caters for all career stages – from newly qualified to board member – and can be delivered as open programmes or tailored solutions, for members and non-members.

SINGAPORE MANAGEMENT UNIVERSITY (SMU)

Highly regarded for excellence in management practice, Singapore Management University (SMU) is one of Asia’s leading universities. SMU offers an unparalleled wealth of expertise in issues of business and management in Asia. The SMU city campus is a modern facility, enabling a technologically integrated learning experience right in the heart of the Singapore business district.

Uniquely, SMU represents a fusion of Western and Asian theory and practice, with a strong foundation in our own research of management and business practices in Asia. We pride ourselves on the publication of research papers, our extensive library of teaching case studies and the business relevance of our programmes and courses.

SMU emphasises an interactive and practice-driven approach to teaching, combining small class sizes (that are conducive for dialogues and discussions) with practical experience in which participants apply the knowledge gained. Known as a pioneer for the holistic approach to producing well-rounded, multi-talented programme graduates, SMU also seeks to incorporate leadership and team skills in all programmes.

PROGRESS-U

Progress-U is a leader in executive coaching in Asia. Established in 2002 in Hong Kong, we have offices in four key markets and over 60 employees and associates spread across the region. Progress-U prides itself on delivering high-quality executive coaching for individuals and teams and is currently the only coaching company in Singapore accredited by the Worldwide Association of Business Coaches™.

F-TEN® Asia has widened my perspectives on the Finance Director as a strategic enabler. It has given me fresh insight on how to manage my communication with both external and internal stakeholders from a position of leadership. This programme is unique with its combination of academic grounding from a leading business school, and practical application through mentorship and peer learning. I would highly recommend this to aspiring and seasoned CFOs and Finance Directors, and even COOs, to update their skill set. Wayne Law, Director of Finance, Dragon GeoPhysical Pte Ltd

To find out more about F-TEN® Asia, or to apply for the programme, please contact April Chiew, F-TEN® Asia Programme Manager. T +6012 7702728 E april.chiew@icaew.com

PARTICIPATING COMPANIES FROM 2013 INCLUDE:

Financial support may be available for organisations as follows:

Productivity and Innovation Credit – Singaporean companies may be eligible for a 400% tax credit or a 60% cashback pay-out for qualifying activities and investments including external course fees for employees. Please refer to the Inland Revenue of Singapore website for further information iras.gov.sg/irashome/PIcredit.aspx

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