Events
Signing of MOU: Nanyang Institute of Management with Guangdong Polytechnic of Science and Trade
MOU signing at Nanyang Institute of Management, Vice-Principal of Guangdong Polytechnic of Science and Trade Liang Yanzhen,(left), Dr. Zhang Xuwei Principal of Nanyang Institute of Management (middle) and Professor Li Wenlong of Singapore AI Innoe Institute (right)
On 2 October 2026, Nanyang Institute of Management (NIM) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Guangdong Polytechnic of Science and Trade on a strategic cooperation signing and plaque unveiling ceremony held at NIM, Level 5, Somerset.
The MOU was signed by Vice-Principal Liang Yanzhen, from Guangdong Polytechnic of Science and Trade , Dr. Zhang Xuwei, President from Nanyang Institute of Management , and Professor Li Wenlong from Singapore AI Innoe Institute. Plaques was exchanged to mark a new partnership to form School of AI.
Vice-Principal of Guangdong Polytechnic of Science and Trade Liang Yanzhen,(left), Dr. Zhang Xuwei Principal of Nanyang Institute of Management (middle) and Professor Li Wenlong from Singapore AI Innoe Institute (right) at the plaque exchange
Applied AI in Education
After the signing, Dr. Zhang opened the speeches by addressing the audience on the importance of Applied AI in today’s education industry, and on the role institutions play in preparing learners for it.
Dr. Zhang Xuwei, President of Nanyang Institute Of Management, delivers his address
Opening the Exchange Programme
Liang Yanzhen, Vice-Principal of Guangdong Polytechnic of Science and Trade, followed with a warm address to the guests and hosts. The exchange programme then got under way with Professor Li Wenlong, who presented on AI.
Vice-Principal Liang Yanzhen and Professor Li Wenlong address the audience
Highlights from the Day
The signing ceremony ended with group photos from Guangdong Polytechnic of Science and Trade and the NIM team, on Level 5 and outside of the school building.
Group Photos taken at Nanyang Institute of Management
The partnership reflects Nanyang Institute of Management’s vision of advancing Applied AI through meaningful industry and international collaboration, while creating opportunities for students and educators to learn, connect and experience how AI can be applied in real-world contexts. Through initiatives such as these, Nanyang Institute of Management continues to nurture future-ready talent and bring its vision of “Nurturing Today for Tomorrow” to life.