Singapore Institute of Management : Rankings, Fees & Courses Details

About Singapore Institute of Management

The Singapore Institute of Management (SIM) is one of the region’s leading education and lifelong learning institutions, recognised for empowering individuals and enterprises to thrive across life stages through learning. Seeded by the Singapore Economic Development Board in 1964, SIM has, for 60 years, been leading in the development of work and industry skills for Singapore’s growth. Through harnessing new knowledge, skills and technology, SIM provides skills-based learning experiences that enable students, professionals, and enterprises to Learn for Life and Thrive for Life.

SIM Global Education (SIM GE), the global education arm, offers more than 120 academic programmes ranging from diplomas and graduate diploma programmes, to Bachelor’s and Master’s degree programmes with some of the world’s most reputable universities from Australia, France, United Kingdom and the United States. SIM GE’s cohort is made up of close to 16,000 students, of which approximately 30% are international students hailing from over 50 countries. SIM GE’s holistic learning approach and culturally diverse learning environment aim to equip students with knowledge, industry skills and competencies, as well as a global perspective to succeed in a fast-changing, technologically driven world.

Singapore Institute of Management Pte Ltd, which offers programmes under SIM Global Education, is among the first private education institutions (PEIs) to be registered under the Committee for Private Education’s (CPE) Enhanced Registration Framework (ERF), a mandatory registration for all PEIs operating in and from Singapore.

SIM Global Education has also been awarded the EduTrust Certification by the CPE since May 2010. SIM GE has also attained the EduTrust Star award* in August 2022. This certification recognises PEIs that have put in place robust academic systems and processes, and have attained quality standards in the delivery of education.

For more information on ERF and EduTrust, please visit https://www.ssg.gov.sg/cpe/pei.html

*The EduTrust Star award is given to Private Education Institutions (PEIs) for attaining a commendable level of performance in managing their institutions and providing an outstanding quality of education and welfare for their students. This mark is a symbol of recognition for outstanding achievement.

About Singapore Institute of Management

The Singapore Institute of Management (SIM) is one of the region’s leading education and lifelong learning institutions, recognised for empowering individuals and enterprises to thrive across life stages through learning. Seeded by the Singapore Economic Development Board in 1964, SIM has, for 60 years, been leading in the development of work and industry skills for Singapore’s growth. Through harnessing new knowledge, skills and technology, SIM provides skills-based learning experiences that enable students, professionals, and enterprises to Learn for Life and Thrive for Life.

SIM Global Education (SIM GE), the global education arm, offers more than 120 academic programmes ranging from diplomas and graduate diploma programmes, to Bachelor’s and Master’s degree programmes with some of the world’s most reputable universities from Australia, France, United Kingdom and the United States. SIM GE’s cohort is made up of close to 16,000 students, of which approximately 30% are international students hailing from over 50 countries. SIM GE’s holistic learning approach and culturally diverse learning environment aim to equip students with knowledge, industry skills and competencies, as well as a global perspective to succeed in a fast-changing, technologically driven world.

Singapore Institute of Management Pte Ltd, which offers programmes under SIM Global Education, is among the first private education institutions (PEIs) to be registered under the Committee for Private Education’s (CPE) Enhanced Registration Framework (ERF), a mandatory registration for all PEIs operating in and from Singapore.

SIM Global Education has also been awarded the EduTrust Certification by the CPE since May 2010. SIM GE has also attained the EduTrust Star award* in August 2022. This certification recognises PEIs that have put in place robust academic systems and processes, and have attained quality standards in the delivery of education.

For more information on ERF and EduTrust, please visit https://www.ssg.gov.sg/cpe/pei.html

*The EduTrust Star award is given to Private Education Institutions (PEIs) for attaining a commendable level of performance in managing their institutions and providing an outstanding quality of education and welfare for their students. This mark is a symbol of recognition for outstanding achievement.

Available programs

SIM offers over 80 undergraduate courses in the areas of Arts and Social Sciences, Accounting, Banking and Finance, Business & Management, and Information Technology (including Data Science, Cyber Security, Game Development, and Digital System Security).

The usual entry requirements for undergraduate programmes are ‘A’ level, IB Diploma, or Year 12 of Senior High School. Applicants must also show proof of English proficiency.

The average tuition fees range from S$10,000 – S$23,000 per annum. The fee is dependent on the course and university awarding the qualification.

All undergraduate students at SIM pay full tuition fees. However, applicants with exemplary academic results may apply for the SIM Global Education Scholarship.

Undergraduate applications may be submitted online .

Arts and Humanities (6)

Bachelor of Applied Science (Construction Management) (Honours) (Top-up)

Bachelor of Design (Communication Design) (Top-up)

Bachelor of Science (Geographic Information Science)

Bachelor of Science (Geographic Information Science) and Bachelor of Arts (Communication)

Bachelor of Science (Geographic Information Science) and Bachelor of Arts (Economics)

Bachelor of Science (Geographic Information Science) and Bachelor of Arts (International Trade)

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Business and Management (6)

Bachelor in International Business (Top-up)

Bachelor of Arts (Honours) Events Management

Bachelor of Arts (Honours) Marketing

Bachelor of Business (Accountancy)

Bachelor of Business (Event Management) (Top-up)

Bachelor of Business (International Business)

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Engineering and Technology (6)

Bachelor of Applied Science (Aviation) (Top-up)

Bachelor of Business Information Systems

Bachelor of Computer Science (Big Data)

Bachelor of Computer Science (Cyber Security)

Bachelor of Computer Science (Digital Systems Security)

Bachelor of Computer Science (Game and Mobile Development)

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Life Sciences and Medicine (6)

Bachelor of Arts (Psychology and Sociology)

Bachelor of Arts (Psychology)

Bachelor of Nursing (Honours)

Bachelor of Nursing (Post-Registration)

Bachelor of Psychological Science

Others (6)

Bachelor of Science (Honours) International Business (Top-up)

Social Sciences and Management (6)

Bachelor of Arts (Communication and Economics)

Bachelor of Arts (Communication and International Trade)

Bachelor of Arts (Communication and Psychology)

Bachelor of Arts (Communication and Sociology)

Bachelor of Arts (Communication)

Bachelor of Arts (Economics and International Trade)

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There are 35 postgraduate courses offered ranging from postgraduate certificate to master’s degrees covering:

Accountancy
Business
Financial Management
Engineering Business Management
Project and Programme Management
Data Science and Artificial intelligence
Financial Technology
Fashion, Design and Luxury Management and many others.

The usual entry requirements include a bachelor’s degree (second class upper, or B average). Applicants will be required to submit proof of English proficiency or attend an interview with the programme director.

The average tuition fees range from S$28,000 to S$36,000 for a one-year and two-year postgraduate courses respectively.

All postgraduate students at SIM pay the full tuition fees.

Applications to postgraduate programmes may be submitted online . International students may submit academic documents for a complimentary pre-assessment through [email protected] .

Arts and Humanities (5)

MSc Fashion, Design and Luxury Management

Business and Management (5)

MSc Management in International Business

Master of Science Financial Management

Master of Science International Business

Master of Science Management

Master of Science in Professional Accountancy

Master of Science in Programme and Project Management

Engineering and Technology (5)

Master of Science in Cyber Security and Management

Master of Science in Data Science

Master of Science in Data Science and Artificial Intelligence

Master of Science in Data Science and Financial Technology

Master of Science in Engineering Business Management

Others (5)

MSc Finance (Top-up)

Master of Science in Accounting and Financial Management

Social Sciences and Management (5)

Master of Science in Supply Chain and Logistics Management

Part-Time MBA (1)

Master of Business Administration

General

IELTS

5+

TOEFL

79+

PTE Academic

42+

GPA

2+

Bachelor

International Baccalaureate

30+

IELTS

6+

TOEFL

79+

Master

Bachelor GPA

2+

IELTS

6+

TOEFL

88+

Tuition fee and scholarships

Tuition Fee
Scholarships

Domestic Students

Tuition Fee/year

10,000 SGD

Tuition Fee (Out of State)

-

International Students

Tuition Fee/year

10,000 SGD

Other Expenses

-

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