A premier university in Asia, the Singapore Management University (SMU)is internationally recognised for its world-class research and distinguished teaching. Established in 2000, SMU’s mission is to generate leading-edge research with global impact and to produce broad-based, creative and entrepreneurial leaders for the knowledge-based economy. SMU’s education is known for its highly interactive, collaborative and project-based approach to learning.
Home to over 10,000 students across undergraduate, postgraduate professional and post-graduate research programmes, SMU, is comprised of six schools: School of Accountancy, Lee Kong Chian School of Business, School of Economics, School of Information Systems, School of Law, and School of Social Sciences. SMU offers a wide range of bachelors, masters and PhD degree programmes in the disciplinary areas associated with the six schools, as well as in multidisciplinary combinations of these areas.
SMU emphasises rigorous, high-impact, multi- and interdisciplinary research that addresses Asian issues of global relevance. SMU faculty members collaborate with leading international researchers and universities around the world, as well as with partners in the business community and public sector. SMU’s city campus is a modern facility located in the heart of downtown Singapore, fostering strategic linkages with business, government and the wider community.
A premier university in Asia, the Singapore Management University (SMU)is internationally recognised for its world-class research and distinguished teaching. Established in 2000, SMU’s mission is to generate leading-edge research with global impact and to produce broad-based, creative and entrepreneurial leaders for the knowledge-based economy. SMU’s education is known for its highly interactive, collaborative and project-based approach to learning.
Home to over 10,000 students across undergraduate, postgraduate professional and post-graduate research programmes, SMU, is comprised of six schools: School of Accountancy, Lee Kong Chian School of Business, School of Economics, School of Information Systems, School of Law, and School of Social Sciences. SMU offers a wide range of bachelors, masters and PhD degree programmes in the disciplinary areas associated with the six schools, as well as in multidisciplinary combinations of these areas.
SMU emphasises rigorous, high-impact, multi- and interdisciplinary research that addresses Asian issues of global relevance. SMU faculty members collaborate with leading international researchers and universities around the world, as well as with partners in the business community and public sector. SMU’s city campus is a modern facility located in the heart of downtown Singapore, fostering strategic linkages with business, government and the wider community.
One of the important factors when considering a master's degree is the cost of study. Luckily, there are many options available to help students fund their master's programme. Download your copy of the Scholarship Guide to find out which scholarships from around the world could be available to you, and how to apply for them.
Singapore Management University is one of the top public universities in Singapore, Singapore. It is ranked #561-570 in QS World University Rankings 2023.
A testament to our learning approach is our par excellence employabilitytrack record. Based on the Global Employment Survey (GES) in 2017, 94% of our students were employed within six months of graduation, with more than 50% of graduates receiving job offers before graduation.
Undergraduates have the choice to pursue specialised fields of study from our broad-based curriculum; with more than 300 possible combinations of double majors from any of the 44 majors across the six schools, 70% graduate with a double degree or second major. SMU is once again pioneering innovative learning with its SMU-X courses - an experiential, collaborative and interdisciplinary learning module to co-create solutions for meaningful, real-world projects through corporate partnerships.
The SMU education also features an unparalleled co-curriculum that nurtures our undergraduates holistically; on average, our students complete 145 community service hours each, well over the mandatory 80 hours towards improving the lives of others.
As an SMU student, you will have the chance to experience at least one form of global exposure through overseas exchange, study missions, internships, community service projects, academic and co-curricular activities and competitions, or business cultural study trips.
International Studentscoming to SMU can also expect a vibrant student life in our city campus and acclimatisation programmes to integrate with the student community. For any financial assistance, students can consider our range of scholarships, bursaries, study abroad loans, grants, subsidies and book allowances available.
These opportunities allow students to hone their hard knowledge skills, soft people skills and ‘heart’ skills. In fact, 99% of our graduates affirmed that the SMU educational experience has been impactful. Join us and Discover The SMU Difference.
As a globally-recognised premier university in Asia with an extensive partner network, we have continuously grown our suite of postgraduate programmes designed to develop a new generation of leaders for the knowledge-based economy. We are renowned for our unique pedagogical approach and recognised by major bodies and associations for our quality and research. You can capitalise on our intricately-linked partner network and be immersed in a truly global student experience.
SMU is ranked 41st globally in the 2019 QS Ranking by Subject (Business and Management). The School of Accountancy ranked first in Asia by Brigham Young University for Accounting Research. SMU Master of IT in Business ranked first in Asia for the second year running in the QS Masters in Business Analytics Rankings 2020. And the SMU Lee Kong Chian School of Business MBA ranked 10th among Asian business schools in Financial Times’ Global MBA Rankings 2019.
You can look forward to being mentored by outstanding faculty and leading industry practitioners.Through our interactive seminar-style pedagogy, your ‘hard’ critical and analytical skills will be sharpened and your ‘soft’ articulation, presentation and leadership skills honed. Our emphasis on your ‘heart’ skills also nurtures you to be a socially responsible leader.
SMU's postgraduate curricula is designed in consultation with corporate partners including renowned overseas schools; involving current and practical applications with industry-based learning approaches. Our students enjoy unparalleled networking and career opportunities. From workshops to employer matching, they receive comprehensive guidance on succeeding in their employment opportunities with the support of our dedicated career counsellors.
Studying in Singapore exposes our students to a unique experience as this country is a cultural melting pot where east meets west. SMU's world-class city campus is situated in the heart of Singapore's bustling central business district and the arts and heritage precincts, pulsating with the vibrancy of our diverse and international student body.
If you are interested in pursuing your postgraduate education further, SMU offers two types of Doctoral Programmes: Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) and Practice Research Doctorate programmes.
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A premier university in Asia, the Singapore Management University (SMU) is internationally recognised for its world-class research and distinguished teaching. Established in 2000, SMU’s mission is to generate leading-edge research with global impact and to produce broad-based, creative and entrepreneurial leaders for the knowledge-based economy. SMU’s education is known for its highly interactive, collaborative and project-based approach to learning.
Home to over 10,000 students across undergraduate, postgraduate professional and post-graduate research programmes, SMU, is comprised of six schools: School of Accountancy, Lee Kong Chian School of Business, School of Economics, School of Information Systems, School of Law, and School of Social Sciences. SMU offers a wide range of bachelors, masters and PhD degree programmes in the disciplinary areas associated with the six schools, as well as in multidisciplinary combinations of these areas.
SMU emphasises rigorous, high-impact, multi- and interdisciplinary research that addresses Asian issues of global relevance. SMU faculty members collaborate with leading international researchers and universities around the world, as well as with partners in the business community and public sector. SMU’s city campus is a modern facility located in the heart of downtown Singapore, fostering strategic linkages with business, government and the wider community.
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About Singapore Management University
A premier university in Asia, the Singapore Management University (SMU) is internationally recognised for its world-class research and distinguished teaching. Established in 2000, SMU’s mission is to generate leading-edge research with global impact and to produce broad-based, creative and entrepreneurial leaders for the knowledge-based economy. SMU’s education is known for its highly interactive, collaborative and project-based approach to learning.
Home to over 10,000 students across undergraduate, postgraduate professional and post-graduate research programmes, SMU, is comprised of six schools: School of Accountancy, Lee Kong Chian School of Business, School of Economics, School of Information Systems, School of Law, and School of Social Sciences. SMU offers a wide range of bachelors, masters and PhD degree programmes in the disciplinary areas associated with the six schools, as well as in multidisciplinary combinations of these areas.
SMU emphasises rigorous, high-impact, multi- and interdisciplinary research that addresses Asian issues of global relevance. SMU faculty members collaborate with leading international researchers and universities around the world, as well as with partners in the business community and public sector. SMU’s city campus is a modern facility located in the heart of downtown Singapore, fostering strategic linkages with business, government and the wider community.
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One of the important factors when considering a master's degree is the cost of study. Luckily, there are many options available to help students fund their master's programme. Download your copy of the Scholarship Guide to find out which scholarships from around the world could be available to you, and how to apply for them.
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Singapore Management University is one of the top public universities in Singapore, Singapore. It is ranked #561-570 in QS World University Rankings 2023.
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QS WUR Ranking By Subject
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Singapore Management University (SMU) offers a Bachelor degree for the following:
A testament to our learning approach is our par excellence employability track record. Based on the Global Employment Survey (GES) in 2017, 94% of our students were employed within six months of graduation, with more than 50% of graduates receiving job offers before graduation.
Undergraduates have the choice to pursue specialised fields of study from our broad-based curriculum; with more than 300 possible combinations of double majors from any of the 44 majors across the six schools, 70% graduate with a double degree or second major. SMU is once again pioneering innovative learning with its SMU-X courses - an experiential, collaborative and interdisciplinary learning module to co-create solutions for meaningful, real-world projects through corporate partnerships.
The SMU education also features an unparalleled co-curriculum that nurtures our undergraduates holistically; on average, our students complete 145 community service hours each, well over the mandatory 80 hours towards improving the lives of others.
As an SMU student, you will have the chance to experience at least one form of global exposure through overseas exchange, study missions, internships, community service projects, academic and co-curricular activities and competitions, or business cultural study trips.
International Students coming to SMU can also expect a vibrant student life in our city campus and acclimatisation programmes to integrate with the student community. For any financial assistance, students can consider our range of scholarships, bursaries, study abroad loans, grants, subsidies and book allowances available.
These opportunities allow students to hone their hard knowledge skills, soft people skills and ‘heart’ skills. In fact, 99% of our graduates affirmed that the SMU educational experience has been impactful. Join us and Discover The SMU Difference.
College of Integrative Studies (7)
Bachelor of Integrative Studies (Individualised Major)
Lee Kong Chian School of Business (LKCSB) (7)
Bachelor of Business Management
School of Accountancy (7)
Bachelor of Accountancy
School of Computing and Information Systems (SCIS) (7)
Bachelor of Science (Computer Science)
Bachelor of Science (Computing and Law)
Bachelor of Science (Information Systems)
Bachelor of Science (Software Engineering)
School of Economics (7)
Bachelor of Science (Economics)
School of Social Sciences (7)
Bachelor of Social Science
Yong Pung How School of Law (YPHSL) (7)
Bachelor of Laws
As a globally-recognised premier university in Asia with an extensive partner network, we have continuously grown our suite of postgraduate programmes designed to develop a new generation of leaders for the knowledge-based economy. We are renowned for our unique pedagogical approach and recognised by major bodies and associations for our quality and research. You can capitalise on our intricately-linked partner network and be immersed in a truly global student experience.
SMU is ranked 41st globally in the 2019 QS Ranking by Subject (Business and Management). The School of Accountancy ranked first in Asia by Brigham Young University for Accounting Research. SMU Master of IT in Business ranked first in Asia for the second year running in the QS Masters in Business Analytics Rankings 2020. And the SMU Lee Kong Chian School of Business MBA ranked 10th among Asian business schools in Financial Times’ Global MBA Rankings 2019.
You can look forward to being mentored by outstanding faculty and leading industry practitioners.Through our interactive seminar-style pedagogy, your ‘hard’ critical and analytical skills will be sharpened and your ‘soft’ articulation, presentation and leadership skills honed. Our emphasis on your ‘heart’ skills also nurtures you to be a socially responsible leader.
SMU's postgraduate curricula is designed in consultation with corporate partners including renowned overseas schools; involving current and practical applications with industry-based learning approaches. Our students enjoy unparalleled networking and career opportunities. From workshops to employer matching, they receive comprehensive guidance on succeeding in their employment opportunities with the support of our dedicated career counsellors.
Studying in Singapore exposes our students to a unique experience as this country is a cultural melting pot where east meets west. SMU's world-class city campus is situated in the heart of Singapore's bustling central business district and the arts and heritage precincts, pulsating with the vibrancy of our diverse and international student body.
If you are interested in pursuing your postgraduate education further, SMU offers two types of Doctoral Programmes: Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) and Practice Research Doctorate programmes.
College of Graduate Research Studies (8)
MPhil in Economics
MPhil in Information Systems
MPhil in Psychology
College of Integrative Studies / College of Graduate Research Studies (8)
MPhil in Asian Urbanisms
Lee Kong Chian School of Business (LKCSB) (8)
Executive MBA (EMBA)
Global Master of Finance Dual-Degree (GMF)
Master of Business Administration (MBA)
Master of Human Capital Leadership (MHCL)
Master of Science in Applied Finance (MAF)
Master of Science in Communication Management (MCM)
Master of Science in Innovation (MI)
Master of Science in Management (MiM)
Master of Science in Quantitative Finance (MQF)
Master of Science in Wealth Management (MWM)
School of Accountancy (8)
Master of Professional Accountancy (MPA)
Master of Science in Accounting (Data & Analytics)
Master of Science in CFO Leadership (MCFO)
School of Computing and Information Systems (SCIS) (8)
Master of IT in Business (MITB)
School of Computing and Information Systems (SCIS) / College of Graduate Research Studies (8)
MSc in Computing
School of Economics (8)
Master of Science in Economics (MSE)
Master of Science in Financial Economics (MSFE)
Yong Pung How School of Law (YPHSL) (8)
Juris Doctor Programme (JD)
Master of Laws (LLM)
College of Graduate Research Studies (2)
CKGSB-SMU Doctor of Business Administration
Doctor of Business Administration
Doctor of Engineering
MU-ZJU Doctor of Business Administration (Accounting & Finance)
PhD in Accounting
PhD in Business (Finance)
PhD in Business (General Management)
PhD in Business (Marketing)
PhD in Business (Operations Management)
PhD in Business (Organisational Behaviour & Human Resources)
PhD in Business (Strategic Management & Organisation)
PhD in Computer Science
PhD in Economics
PhD in Information Systems
PhD in Law, Commerce and Technology
PhD in Psychology
SJTU-SMU Doctor of Business Administration
College of Integrative Studies / College of Graduate Research Studies (2)
PhD in Asian Urbanisms
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