Government Grants for Leadership Development in Singapore
Introduction
Support for Building Future-Ready Leaders
In Singapore, leadership development is recognised as a national priority. Government funding helps organisations strengthen leadership pipelines, build resilient teams, and prepare for the future of work.
At The Clarity Practice, we design coaching and development programs that can align with government funding schemes, so your organisation can invest in leadership growth while maximising available support.
Why Grants Matter for Leadership Development
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Reduce costs: Eligible companies can defray a significant portion of program costs under selected schemes.
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Future-proof leaders: Funding supports areas such as transformation, digital adoption, and leadership alignment — central to TCP’s Three-Pillar Clarity Method™.
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Enable access: From SMEs to large corporates, subsidies make high-quality leadership coaching more accessible and scalable.
Key Schemes Relevant to Leadership & Coaching
1. Enterprise Development Grant (EDG)
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Administered by Enterprise Singapore.
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Supports projects in three areas: Core Capabilities, Innovation & Productivity, and Market Access.
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Leadership and human capital development projects can be funded under Core Capabilities, especially where linked to strategy, transformation, or organisational alignment.
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Funding support levels (as of 2025):
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SMEs: up to 50% of qualifying project costs.
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Non-SMEs: up to 30%.
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TCP relevance: Our Leadership Alignment, Responsible AI Leadership, and Strategic Clarity programs map closely to EDG objectives.
2. SkillsFuture Credits (Individual)
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Singaporeans aged 25 and above receive SkillsFuture credits to offset approved course fees.
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Credits can be applied to a wide range of SSG-approved courses.
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TCP relevance: While our core focus is corporate programs, individuals may apply credits if specific modules are SkillsFuture-eligible.
3. Enhanced Training Support for SMEs (ETSS)
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Provides up to 70% subsidies for eligible SMEs on SSG-supported courses.
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Often paired with the SkillsFuture Enterprise Credit (SFEC), which provides an additional one-off credit of up to $10,000 to cover out-of-pocket expenses.
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TCP relevance: SME clients accessing SSG-approved programs can benefit from higher support levels, making leadership development more affordable.
Process for Organisations
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Check eligibility → Confirm if your company qualifies for EDG or SSG support.
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Program scoping → TCP designs a program aligned to grant criteria and your objectives.
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Application submission → Your HR/L&D team submits the grant application (TCP provides supporting details).
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Delivery & impact → TCP delivers the program with clear milestones and outcomes.
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Funding disbursement → Government agency reimburses after approval of claims.
Important Disclaimer
The Clarity Practice is not a grant administrator. We provide leadership programs that may be eligible for government support.
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All applications must be submitted by the company to the relevant agency (e.g. Enterprise Singapore, SkillsFuture Singapore).
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Funding support levels and scheme eligibility are subject to change and determined by the respective agencies.
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Information on this page is accurate as of 2025. Organisations should always verify current details with the official Enterprise Singapore and SkillsFuture websites before applying.
Useful Links (Official Sources)
#faqs
Frequently Asked Questions
Have Question? We are here to help
Can leadership coaching be funded under the Enterprise Development Grant (EDG)?
Yes. Under EDG’s Core Capabilities pillar, projects that build organisational capacity — including leadership and human capital development — may be supported. The level of support depends on your company’s size (up to 50% for SMEs, up to 30% for non-SMEs).
Does The Clarity Practice apply for grants on behalf of companies?
No. The grant application must always be submitted by your company. The Clarity Practice provides the necessary program details and documentation to support your application.
What is the difference between EDG funding and SkillsFuture subsidies?
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EDG supports strategic projects such as leadership alignment, digital transformation, or organisational development.
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SkillsFuture subsidies apply to specific training courses. SMEs may qualify for up to 70% subsidies through Enhanced Training Support.
Can individuals use SkillsFuture Credits for coaching?
SkillsFuture Credits are meant for SSG-approved courses. While most of The Clarity Practice programs are designed for corporations.
What costs are typically covered by these grants?
EDG covers qualifying project costs such as coaching program fees, consultancy, and facilitation linked to leadership development. SkillsFuture subsidies cover eligible course fees. Travel, hospitality, and unrelated expenses are not supported.
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