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1、,WELCOME NUS Business School MBA Orientation 2007 Profess Nitin Pangarkar Academic Director, MBA,My Job,As the Academic Director, I oversee all academic aspects of the MBA program For all academic matters, you can consult me I work closely with Yue Wen, Celia drinks are ok Dont surf the web/ chat on

2、 the web while discussions are going on Behave professionally as a guide, as you would in your job But do focus on your learning,Exams,We are very serious about tests and examinations In the recent past, there have been some instances of cheating strengthened our resolve to avoid these instances in

3、the future Make sure that you observe all the rules specified by the invigilator (examination administrator) in terms of materials that can be brought in, usage of communication equipment (handphones/ PDAs) and cross-talk Details are in the Student Handbook. Report any behavior that breaches rulespe

4、er policing is one of the best means to ensure that the rules are followed The minimum punishment for cheating is a 0 grade in the particular assessment; the maximum is expulsion from the program,Academic honesty,Academic integrity is becoming a key concern with the emergence of internet Lots of inf

5、ormation available on the web temptations Note the stiff penalties at NUS for plagiarismclaiming somebody elses work as your own (aka cut and paste) All students must complete an online module that clearly defines the rules about Academic Integrity .sg/ac/ Please treat the honor c

6、ode you will sign with the utmost seriousness,Exchange programs,We have a large portfolio of exchange partners around the world Going on exchange is one of the most enriching experience in the program There is a competitive process for awarding exchange places You should plan on an exchange in the n

7、ext semester It is possible to have exchanges in Semester 1 of your second year, but this may hinder placements Look out for “summer” exchanges, during Special terms While on exchange, you are ambassadors of the NUS Business School onus on you to enhance the reputation (academically as well as other

8、wise),Other Options,An MBA is more than classes, so explore all options on campus Within the school, overseas visits, local and overseas case competitions, industry visits and talks, and seminars are among many options Many opportunities to meet and work with alumni & industry leaders. Note the Mana

9、gement practicum. (More details later) Take on a leadership role in the MBA Club Many options in Singapore (beyond clubbing!),Other Issues,There will be many adjustments to the MBA program, NUS and Singapore. Our rules are designed to ensure fairness & equal opportunity to all students, on a merit basis. This may constrain us from responding to all individual circumstances Understand the environment & institutions in Singapore We will try to help, but please work with us As a first guide, refer to the Student Handbook, and to ,Questions?,Marketing