Online MBA Degree

Asia needs leaders and entrepreneurs. If you would like to be one, I recommend you consider the SMU MBA, the cornerstone postgraduate programme of Singapore Management University.

The SMU MBA is built on new ideas and research coupled with proven methods from leading global programmes. Our distinguished faculty comprises senior academics and industry experts who are familiar with the most current business concepts and are passionate about teaching. Through the MBA, we are committed to creating opportunities for participants to interact with top business leaders at our vibrant campus in Singapore’s city centre. Participants will also visit our corporate partners to better understand developments in a variety of industries. The ties between the business community and SMU are extensive and growing. Our MBA participants will have privileged access to the vast business network we have built.

The Flex-time and Full-time MBA programmes are designed to train participants in management and leadership so that they can make an impact on the global economy as an entrepreneur, the head of a Fortune 500 company or both. At SMU we believe an MBA should prepare participants for a career of growing responsibilities, not just the next job. Our general management-based curriculum balances functional and managerial knowledge. We provide career services from the start and support self-awareness training to prepare SMU MBAs for the long term.

Our MBA programme is unique in several ways. First, it emphasises management and leadership training. Such expertise is often cited as the most valuable training one can get from an MBA programme and sought by most companies but is often left in the shadow of MBA curricula. Second, to make the most of in-class time, basic finance and accounting concepts are studied prior to starting the programme. This ensures fuller in-class discussion and a solid basis to start this accelerated MBA. The full support we provide gets everyone up-to-speed before you begin.

As an MBA you become a part of the SMU community. Please come and visit our city campus. I look forward to seeing you soon.

Application Requirements

To be admitted into the SMU MBA, a student will have a minimum of 2 years experience (6-15 years recommended); proven academic ability; international interest or experience; leadership experience or potential; and community development.
Written essays
Two Recommendation Forms
GMAT (More information is contained on the Graduate Management Admission Test website. SMU’s GMAT institution code:
Flex-time MBA: F8D-7V-35
Full-time MBA: F8D-7V-17
Candidates may also be invited for an interview as part of their admission process
TOEFL (if the medium of instruction in the applicant’s undergraduate or postgraduate education was not in English). Visit the TOEFL website for more information. SMU’s institution code for TOEFL is 9014.

Exemptions

Certain core classes are not open for exemption such as Managing Ethical Dilemmas and Corporate Governance and Leading Teams and Organisations. Exemptions in other core classes where participants have deep knowledge are possible through examination prior to each term. Additional electives or independent projects are required in lieu of core courses that are exempted.

Tuition Fees

The current fees (inclusive of GST) for the SMU MBA are: Application:
S$100 non-refundable
(If you are using a credit card, please have it ready as the online application system only allows one-time log in for payment.)
Tuition*: S$53,800 (Flex-time)
S$49,800 (Full-time)

*Tuition fees are locked in once the student enters the programme. Singapore Management University reserves the right to alter tuition fees for new incoming cohorts when required.

How to Apply

Applying Online:
For New User
For Existing User

You need to first register for an account with SMU before you can submit an online application form. Click on “Create New Account” below to proceed.
If you have already created an account with SMU, please go directly to the Login page to continue with your application.

The Referee form can also be downloaded in two formats: PDF or WORD.

Applications must be submitted to the SMU MBA Office.

Flex-time (for the September 2008 class):
14 April 2008 (Application closed)

Flex-time (for the September 2009 class):
1 October 2008 (Round 1)
1 January 2009 (Round 2)
1 April 2009 (Round 3)

Full-time (for the January 2009 class):
1 August 2008

Full-time (for the January 2010 class):
1 January 2009 (Round 1)
1 April 2009 (Round 2)
1 August 2009 (Round 3)

Any documents not submitted online or in person should be mailed to:

Graduate Programmes Office (MBA)
Singapore Management University
Lee Kong Chian School of Business
50 Stamford Road #04-01
Singapore 178899

College of Business Administration at University of the Philippines

MS Finance Program

Financial institutions undertake the financial sector’s mobilization of resources. Crucial to the sector’s growth is its managerial manpower.

The effort in developing such managers had been through MBA programs that offer elective courses in financial management. However, MBA programs remain mainly oriented toward training generalist business managers. As a result, substantial resources are still expended in non-formal special training in finance.

Furthermore, the growing size and complexity of the Philippine finance sector has created the need for a specialized degree program in finance.

In accordance with UP’s mandate to be at the forefront of learning and advanced education, the University became convinced about the financial services industry’s need for a master’s program in finance.

In June 1995, with the strong representations from prospective students and finance practitioners, UP finance faculty members conceptualized and designed a master’s program in finance. This proposal was later refined by the faculty of the Department of Accounting, Finance, Economics and Law, and by the business community. The latter group included officers and members of the Financial Executives Institute of the Philippines (FINEX) and the Bankers Association of the Philippines (BAP). Visiting professors from US and Canadian universities with which UP has academic linkages further reviewed the proposed program. All these inputs, taken together, led to the final design of the “MS in Finance Program.”

In accordance with established processes in the University, the Program was approved by the faculty of the College of Business Administration (January 3, 1996), the University Council (April 15, 1996), and the Board of Regents (April 23, 1996).