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- Situated in the iconic heritage building of The Cathay, spanning over 28,000 square feet, this campus reinforces PSB Academy's presence in Singapore.
- The new campus will cater to the expansion of programme offerings and growing enrolment of Coventry University students in partnership with PSB Academy.
- This new establishment celebrates a decade of partnership between PSB Academy and Coventry University, underscoring PSB Academy's dedication to innovative and high-quality education.
SINGAPORE, Oct. 8, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- PSB Academy announces the establishment of its new Cathay Campus, strategically located in the iconic, historic building of The Cathay.
Spanning over 28,000 square feet, this new campus will be PSB Academy's third physical location in Singapore, following its two city campuses at Marina Square.
This development represents a significant milestone for PSB Academy as it celebrates its Diamond Jubilee Anniversary this year, while also commemorating a decade-long partnership with its UK university partner, Coventry University.
The Cathay Campus, set to commence operations in January 2025, subject to regulatory approval by SkillsFuture Singapore, arrives in time for Singapore's 60th celebration next year. Aligned with the national theme for #SG60 - "Building Our SG Together," this expansion reflects the spirit of collective resilience and progress. It creates a space where history and innovation converge in a sustainable, collaborative environment, inviting prospective students and industry partners to join the academy in shaping better futures together.
This expansion is a strategic response to the rising demand for quality higher education in Singapore and the surrounding region. The Cathay Campus will provide dedicated support services for students taking courses under our UK university partner, Coventry University. For better management of classrooms, the new campus will accommodate all of PSB Academy's courses in partnership with Coventry University while lessons which require larger lecture theatres, studios, and laboratories will still be held at PSB Academy's existing City Campuses at Marina Square.
With a storied history dating back to 1939, The Cathay shares a similar symbolic journey of rich heritage and legacy with PSB Academy's 60-year endeavour in the education landscape. A symbolic structure of resilience and transformation, The Cathay reflects a profound narrative of hope, resilience, and strength in the face of challenges – a philosophy that resonates deeply with PSB Academy that aims to inspire its students to view adversity as a catalyst for transformation and growth.
As Vice-Chancellor of Coventry University, Professor John Latham aptly stated, "Our partnership with PSB Academy is not just about providing education, but about transforming lives and empowering students to become resilient, future-ready leaders. This shared vision continues to shape the future of education at this new campus, where opportunities and inspiration flourish."
Inspired by the concepts of sustainability and collaboration, the Cathay Campus is designed for an optimal learning environment, fostering innovation and environmental responsibility. Within this vibrant hub, pockets of green spaces, such as the thoughtfully integrated Student Lounges, are woven around the teaching facilities. The Student Lounges are equipped with a variety of seating options to accommodate different learning styles: bar-counter type seating for self-study, round tables for small group discussions, and semi-private areas with whiteboards for project collaboration. These lounges serve as breakout spaces for students between classes and are essential to PSB Academy's pedagogy, where learning extends beyond the classroom.
The integration of green spaces, open collaborative areas, and contemporary amenities aims to provide a vibrant hub for students to engage, collaborate, and thrive together, embodying the spirit of the diverse community of learners at the academy.
"Our new Cathay Campus is a milestone for PSB Academy, showcasing our commitment to nurturing talent and innovation," said Derrick Chang, Chief Executive Officer of PSB Academy. "As we celebrate our 60th anniversary and ten years of partnership with Coventry University, this expansion symbolises our commitment to providing a resilient educational environment where students can thrive. Our collaboration with university partners such as Coventry University has been instrumental in shaping this vision."
As new chapters unfold, we invite prospective students and industry partners to join this journey in shaping better futures at Cathay Campus, where history meets innovation in a sustainable and vibrant innovative environment.
About PSB Academy:
As one of Singapore's leading private education institutions with 60-years heritage producing more than 200,000 learners, PSB Academy is committed to defining its identity as "Asia's Future Academy". Established in 1964, the Academy started under Singapore's Economic Development Board and later Productivity and Standards Board to upgrade the knowledge and skills of Singapore's workforce.
With an approach to education that focuses on what really matters: performance in the New Economy, PSB Academy provides quality education to shape and nurture future-ready graduates with the necessary skills and tools to stay relevant in a digitally driven economy.
The Academy's newly launched STEM Wing – an expansion of their City Campus, is an innovation hot house equipped with high-tech and industry approved labs and facilities, aimed to bolster STEM education for students. The learning spaces of the campus in the heart of the city connect students globally through a collaborative learning and networking environment that enables them to be agile innovators and contributors to society.
With a strong network of industry partners to prepare students for the workforce, PSB Academy today hosts over 17,000 students from more than 50 nationalities with its slate of certificate, diploma, degree, and short courses.
- Situated in the iconic heritage building of The Cathay, spanning over 28,000 square feet, this campus reinforces PSB Academy's presence in Singapore.
- The new campus will cater to the expansion of programme offerings and growing enrolment of Coventry University students in partnership with PSB Academy.
- This new establishment celebrates a decade of partnership between PSB Academy and Coventry University, underscoring PSB Academy's dedication to innovative and high-quality education.
SINGAPORE, Oct. 8, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- PSB Academy announces the establishment of its new Cathay Campus, strategically located in the iconic, historic building of The Cathay.
Spanning over 28,000 square feet, this new campus will be PSB Academy's third physical location in Singapore, following its two city campuses at Marina Square.
This development represents a significant milestone for PSB Academy as it celebrates its Diamond Jubilee Anniversary this year, while also commemorating a decade-long partnership with its UK university partner, Coventry University.
The Cathay Campus, set to commence operations in January 2025, subject to regulatory approval by SkillsFuture Singapore, arrives in time for Singapore's 60th celebration next year. Aligned with the national theme for #SG60 - "Building Our SG Together," this expansion reflects the spirit of collective resilience and progress. It creates a space where history and innovation converge in a sustainable, collaborative environment, inviting prospective students and industry partners to join the academy in shaping better futures together.
This expansion is a strategic response to the rising demand for quality higher education in Singapore and the surrounding region. The Cathay Campus will provide dedicated support services for students taking courses under our UK university partner, Coventry University. For better management of classrooms, the new campus will accommodate all of PSB Academy's courses in partnership with Coventry University while lessons which require larger lecture theatres, studios, and laboratories will still be held at PSB Academy's existing City Campuses at Marina Square.
With a storied history dating back to 1939, The Cathay shares a similar symbolic journey of rich heritage and legacy with PSB Academy's 60-year endeavour in the education landscape. A symbolic structure of resilience and transformation, The Cathay reflects a profound narrative of hope, resilience, and strength in the face of challenges – a philosophy that resonates deeply with PSB Academy that aims to inspire its students to view adversity as a catalyst for transformation and growth.
As Vice-Chancellor of Coventry University, Professor John Latham aptly stated, "Our partnership with PSB Academy is not just about providing education, but about transforming lives and empowering students to become resilient, future-ready leaders. This shared vision continues to shape the future of education at this new campus, where opportunities and inspiration flourish."
Inspired by the concepts of sustainability and collaboration, the Cathay Campus is designed for an optimal learning environment, fostering innovation and environmental responsibility. Within this vibrant hub, pockets of green spaces, such as the thoughtfully integrated Student Lounges, are woven around the teaching facilities. The Student Lounges are equipped with a variety of seating options to accommodate different learning styles: bar-counter type seating for self-study, round tables for small group discussions, and semi-private areas with whiteboards for project collaboration. These lounges serve as breakout spaces for students between classes and are essential to PSB Academy's pedagogy, where learning extends beyond the classroom.
The integration of green spaces, open collaborative areas, and contemporary amenities aims to provide a vibrant hub for students to engage, collaborate, and thrive together, embodying the spirit of the diverse community of learners at the academy.
"Our new Cathay Campus is a milestone for PSB Academy, showcasing our commitment to nurturing talent and innovation," said Derrick Chang, Chief Executive Officer of PSB Academy. "As we celebrate our 60th anniversary and ten years of partnership with Coventry University, this expansion symbolises our commitment to providing a resilient educational environment where students can thrive. Our collaboration with university partners such as Coventry University has been instrumental in shaping this vision."
As new chapters unfold, we invite prospective students and industry partners to join this journey in shaping better futures at Cathay Campus, where history meets innovation in a sustainable and vibrant innovative environment.
About PSB Academy:
As one of Singapore's leading private education institutions with 60-years heritage producing more than 200,000 learners, PSB Academy is committed to defining its identity as "Asia's Future Academy". Established in 1964, the Academy started under Singapore's Economic Development Board and later Productivity and Standards Board to upgrade the knowledge and skills of Singapore's workforce.
With an approach to education that focuses on what really matters: performance in the New Economy, PSB Academy provides quality education to shape and nurture future-ready graduates with the necessary skills and tools to stay relevant in a digitally driven economy.
The Academy's newly launched STEM Wing – an expansion of their City Campus, is an innovation hot house equipped with high-tech and industry approved labs and facilities, aimed to bolster STEM education for students. The learning spaces of the campus in the heart of the city connect students globally through a collaborative learning and networking environment that enables them to be agile innovators and contributors to society.
With a strong network of industry partners to prepare students for the workforce, PSB Academy today hosts over 17,000 students from more than 50 nationalities with its slate of certificate, diploma, degree, and short courses.
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PSB Academy Unveils Cathay Campus - Set For Operations In Celebration of SG60
- New framework brings together Aon's Risk Capital and Human Capital data with public sentiment analysis from Gallup to create a portfolio view of risk
- Creates further clarity into how risks compound across four megatrends, how resilience is built and activated and where targeted actions can most effectively influence performance
DUBLIN, Jan. 16, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Aon plc (NYSE: AON), a leading global professional services firm, announced today that it is releasing insights from a new, data-driven tool to help organizations build sustainable resilience and unlock growth: Aon's Resilience Quotient.
Developed in collaboration with Gallup, Aon's Resilience Quotient responds to a critical insight: in a time of increasing populism and fragmented sources of information, quantitative data alone is not enough to make long-term decisions. Combining public sentiment on global issues with risk and people data and analytics enables greater clarity and confidence to invest and grow amidst uncertainty and volatility.
By integrating Aon's proprietary Risk Capital and Human Capital analytics with the results of Gallup's World Poll covering 140 countries for more than 20 years, the firm's Resilience Quotient captures both objective conditions and subjective sentiment, revealing where sentiment signals hidden risks and potential opportunities to achieve greater resilience. This system-level view enables leaders to spot emerging risks sooner, prioritize resilience investments and move from reactive risk management to proactive decision-making.
"When making decisions around investment, workforce or managing geopolitical risk, a portfolio view is far superior to a siloed perspective," said Greg Case, president and CEO of Aon. "Understanding sentiment can be an opportunity signal or an early warning. Leaders who are limited to only some of the relevant metrics risk missing the signals that matter most. Aon's Resilience Quotient delivers an integrated view to help organizations act decisively, strengthen resilience and unlock sustainable growth."
Four interconnected megatrends – Trade, Technology, Weather and Workforce – are reshaping the global operating environment in ways that traditional models struggle to anticipate. Aon's Resilience Quotient provides a clearer view of the tradeoffs within these interactions: how trade volatility can amplify technology risk, how climate pressures influence workforce mobility and how sentiment can either reinforce resilience or heighten operational risk, even when the fundamentals appear strong.
To illustrate the insights from its Resilience Quotient, the firm published three case studies addressing some of the most relevant and urgent issues facing the 2026 global economy:
- Realizing the Opportunity of AI: Securing Data Center Growth
Data centers are the backbone of the digital economy and with nearly $1.3 trillion projected to be invested globally in data centers by 2030, their rapid expansion brings unprecedented risks. Aon's Resilience Quotient shows that resilience varies sharply at the sub-national level, often more than underlying risk. Within the U.S., Iowa emerges as the most resilient destination for data center development, combining very low overall risk with exceptionally strong trade and weather resilience. "Aon's Resilience Quotient shows that Iowa's resilience–risk balance is roughly twice the national median, demonstrating how governance quality, institutional confidence and preparedness materially shape long-term infrastructure outcomes," said Joe Peiser, CEO of Commercial Risk Solutions at Aon. "This underscores the opportunity for leaders who understand the combined effect of low risk, resilient trade and weather systems and a strong foundation of public trust — factors that ultimately determine where AI infrastructure can grow at scale."
DUBLIN, Jan. 16, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Aon plc (NYSE: AON), a leading global professional services firm, announced today that it is releasing insights from a new, data-driven tool to help organizations build sustainable resilience and unlock growth: Aon's Resilience Quotient.
Developed in collaboration with Gallup, Aon's Resilience Quotient responds to a critical insight: in a time of increasing populism and fragmented sources of information, quantitative data alone is not enough to make long-term decisions. Combining public sentiment on global issues with risk and people data and analytics enables greater clarity and confidence to invest and grow amidst uncertainty and volatility.
By integrating Aon's proprietary Risk Capital and Human Capital analytics with the results of Gallup's World Poll covering 140 countries for more than 20 years, the firm's Resilience Quotient captures both objective conditions and subjective sentiment, revealing where sentiment signals hidden risks and potential opportunities to achieve greater resilience. This system-level view enables leaders to spot emerging risks sooner, prioritize resilience investments and move from reactive risk management to proactive decision-making.
"When making decisions around investment, workforce or managing geopolitical risk, a portfolio view is far superior to a siloed perspective," said Greg Case, president and CEO of Aon. "Understanding sentiment can be an opportunity signal or an early warning. Leaders who are limited to only some of the relevant metrics risk missing the signals that matter most. Aon's Resilience Quotient delivers an integrated view to help organizations act decisively, strengthen resilience and unlock sustainable growth."
Four interconnected megatrends – Trade, Technology, Weather and Workforce – are reshaping the global operating environment in ways that traditional models struggle to anticipate. Aon's Resilience Quotient provides a clearer view of the tradeoffs within these interactions: how trade volatility can amplify technology risk, how climate pressures influence workforce mobility and how sentiment can either reinforce resilience or heighten operational risk, even when the fundamentals appear strong.
To illustrate the insights from its Resilience Quotient, the firm published three case studies addressing some of the most relevant and urgent issues facing the 2026 global economy:
"Aon's Resilience Quotient shows that Iowa's resilience–risk balance is roughly twice the national median, demonstrating how governance quality, institutional confidence and preparedness materially shape long-term infrastructure outcomes," said Joe Peiser, CEO of Commercial Risk Solutions at Aon. "This underscores the opportunity for leaders who understand the combined effect of low risk, resilient trade and weather systems and a strong foundation of public trust — factors that ultimately determine where AI infrastructure can grow at scale."
- Workforce Transformation: AI Adoption and the Next Generation Workforce
The acceleration of AI adoption is transforming the workforce, but most organizations face a critical gap between the demand for AI skills and their readiness to adapt. The Resilience Quotient highlights how workforce engagement, trust and institutional preparedness are essential to harnessing AI's potential, making resilience the key differentiator between organizations that thrive through change and those that risk falling behind. "Aon's Resilience Quotient equips leaders to navigate rapid AI change with confidence," said Lisa Stevens, chief administrative officer at Aon. "These insights help create the conditions for early‑career employees to build the skills and confidence they need — so instead of losing a generation of talent, we cultivate one that is more capable and resilient than ever."
"Aon's Resilience Quotient equips leaders to navigate rapid AI change with confidence," said Lisa Stevens, chief administrative officer at Aon. "These insights help create the conditions for early‑career employees to build the skills and confidence they need — so instead of losing a generation of talent, we cultivate one that is more capable and resilient than ever."
- Rethinking Humanitarian Finance: A New Approach to Forced Migration
Over 120 million people are currently displaced by conflict, climate and systemic crises, reshaping societies and economies worldwide. Aon's Resilience Quotient highlights Venezuela and Colombia to illustrate the tradeoffs between investing resources at the source of migration — supporting those facing institutional erosion, food insecurity and economic collapse — or directing investment to more stable countries like Colombia that are absorbing people fleeing unlivable conditions. "Forced displacement results from extreme weather and man-made disasters like conflict and economic failure," said Bridget Gainer, chief public affairs officer at Aon. "If we could leverage the forecasting and financial capability of insurance to better predict and more quickly mitigate the impact of this volatility, we could help create conditions that allow populations to remain and rebuild in their home countries."
"Forced displacement results from extreme weather and man-made disasters like conflict and economic failure," said Bridget Gainer, chief public affairs officer at Aon. "If we could leverage the forecasting and financial capability of insurance to better predict and more quickly mitigate the impact of this volatility, we could help create conditions that allow populations to remain and rebuild in their home countries."
"Resilience is not a single blueprint, it's the way systems mitigate, adapt and transform under pressure. Aon's Resilience Quotient functions as a pressure gauge, surfacing the trade‑offs and early signals that help leaders strengthen resilience where it matters most," said Joe Daly, managing partner at Gallup. "We're proud to collaborate with Aon to combine Gallup's global sentiment analytics with Aon's Risk Capital and Human Capital data, turning confidence into actionable insight."
New insights from Aon's Resilience Quotient suggest that going forward, resilience priorities will shift from static risk management to dynamic, localized strategies. As disruptions become more complex and frequent, organizations will need to tailor resilience investments to specific geographies, sectors and even sub-regional contexts. Aon's Resilience Quotient is supported with a real-time analytics and AI-enabled insights platform, built by Quantum Rise, providing deeper visibility into evolving risk and resilience signals as conditions change.
Aon and Gallup will join global decision-makers at the World Economic Forum Annual Meeting to advance these critical discussions on restoring confidence and unlocking sustainable growth.
Learn more about Aon's Resilience Quotient and explore the case studies here.
About Aon
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Aon's Resilience Quotient Cuts Through Uncertainty and Volatility to Help Businesses Move from Risk to Resilience and Growth
