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Singapore Management University
Singapore Management University, Singapore Singapore
# =585QS World University Rankings
10Undergraduate programs
41Postgraduate programs
24,600 USDTuition Fee/year
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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.
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.
Available programs
Bachelor UG
Master PG
PHD
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.
Business and Management (3)
Bachelor of Accountancy
Bachelor of Business Management
Engineering and Technology (3)
Bachelor of Science (Computer Science)
Bachelor of Science (Computing and Law)
Bachelor of Science (Information Systems)
Bachelor of Science (Software Engineering)
Social Sciences and Management (3)
Bachelor of Integrative Studies (Individualised Major)
Bachelor of Laws
Bachelor of Science (Economics)
Bachelor of Social Science
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.
Business and Management (4)
Executive MBA (EMBA)
Global Master of Finance Dual-Degree (GMF)
Master of Business Administration (MBA)
Master of Professional Accountancy (MPA)
Master of Science in Accounting (Data & Analytics)
Master of Science in Applied Finance (MAF)
Master of Science in CFO Leadership (MCFO)
Master of Science in Communication Management (MCM)
Master of Science in Entrepreneurship and Innovation (MEI)
Master of Science in Management (MiM)
Master of Science in Quantitative Finance (MQF)
Master of Science in Wealth Management (MWM)
Engineering and Technology (4)
MPhil in Information Systems
MSc in Computing
Master of IT in Business (MITB)
Life Sciences and Medicine (4)
MPhil in Psychology
Social Sciences and Management (4)
Juris Doctor Programme (JD)
MPhil in Asian Urbanisms
MPhil in Economics
Master of Human Capital Leadership (MHCL)
Master of Laws (LLM)
Master of Science in Economics (MSE)
Master of Science in Financial Economics (MSFE)
Business and Management (4)
CKGSB-SMU Doctor of Business Administration
Doctor of Business Administration
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)
SJTU-SMU Doctor of Business Administration
Engineering and Technology (4)
Doctor of Engineering
PhD in Computer Science
PhD in Information Systems
Life Sciences and Medicine (4)
PhD in Psychology
Social Sciences and Management (4)
PhD in Asian Urbanisms
PhD in Economics
PhD in Law, Commerce and Technology
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Singapore Management University is one of the top public universities in Singapore, Singapore. It is ranked #=585 in QS World University Rankings 2025.
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