• Human Capital

Build a future-ready manufacturing workforce

From shop floor to leadership, SMF helps manufacturers upskill, reskill, and retain the talent driving Industry 4.0 transformation.

Aligned with Singapore's national agenda to future-proof our workforce.

As industries evolve with advancements in technology and global trends, continuous investment in people is no longer optional. SMF’s Human Capital Programmes help companies stay competitive by equipping their workforce with the skills and knowledge needed for the future of work.

We support Singapore’s broader goals of enhancing productivity, driving digital transformation, and fostering innovation.

Programmes for Future-ready Manufacturers

Advanced Manufacturing Training Academy (AMTA)

AMTA helps manufacturers build future-ready skills for advanced manufacturing.

Supported by Enterprise Singapore and SkillsFuture Singapore, AMTA provides a one-stop platform to identify workforce capability needs, access relevant training programmes, and connect with suitable training partners.

Training areas include AI, robotics and automation, digitalisation, data analytics, sustainability, smart manufacturing technologies and transformation leadership.

How AMTA Supports Manufacturers:

Workforce Capability Advisory

Identify workforce capability gaps, skills requirements and transformation priorities.

Training Pathway Recommendation

Identify suitable training pathways that support workforce upskilling, reskilling and development.

Curated Training Programme Access

Connect companies with relevant programmes from IHLs, A*STAR and industry training providers across key advanced manufacturing fields.

Capability Development and Adoption

Explore opportunities for hands-on learning, capability validation and potential proof-of-concept projects with relevant ecosystem partners.

Industry Partnership and Programme Development

Work with ecosystem partners to identify training gaps and support the development of new or enhanced programmes that address industry needs.

SMF Centre for Corporate Learning (CCL)

SMF Centre for Corporate Learning (CCL) supports organisations and individuals in developing skills for the future of work through a range of upskilling programmes. Our courses cover areas such as Artificial Intelligence (AI), digitalisation, productivity improvement, manufacturing skills, leadership development, and personal effectiveness, helping to strengthen both operational and people capabilities.

By working closely with government agencies, industry partners, and enterprises, CCL ensures its programmes remain aligned with evolving industry needs. Through practical and relevant training, learners are better equipped to address skills gaps, improve performance, and support growth in an increasingly competitive environment.

Training Focus Areas:

AI & Digitalisation

Productivity Improvement

Manufacturing Skills

Leadership Development

Personal Effectiveness

Workforce Transformation

Practical Learning

Industry-Relevant Training

Learning Needs Analysis 

Workforce Performance Improvement

Get more from your workforce, Join SMF.

SMF members get preferential access to training, member-only events, and the wider network behind AMTA and CCL. Join us and connect with manufacturers shaping the future of the sector.