Studying in the B-schools of top 2 Asian Universities located in Singapore and offering MBA at an affordable cost is sure more attractive than running after the other expensive B-schools in UK or USA. This is what MBA abroad aspirants have been contemplating and making plans to get into the top B-schools in Singapore.
Top 2 Universities of Asia NUS Singapore and NTU Singapore have left behind many top rated universities of Europe and USA and have grabbed the top 2 positions in Asia and 12th and 13th ranks in the world as detailed in the QS Annual World University Rankings.
It is the right time to search for MBA abroad destinations as admission process for 2016 in Singapore B-schools is coming to close. MBA abroad aspirants while finalizing their search may not afford skipping Singapore which has more USPs than other countries and houses world’s top rated MBA colleges and Universities.;
Singapore has several competitive advantages that position it well as a global education hub. These include a strategic geographical location, reputation for educational excellence, a vibrant business hub and a safe and cosmopolitan environment. Over 80,000 international students including MBA abroad aspirants from almost 120 countries visit Singapore for their studies, creating a unique multicultural experience.
Admission open in top B-schools in Singapore
Following are the highly ranked and internally accredited B schools in Singapore. MBA abroad aspirant has a good option to choose one according to the preference.
National University of Singapore (NUS)
Globally ranked 12, NUS offers the best of global knowledge with Asian insights focusing on bringing Asian business to the forefront of world economy and prepares students for the same and help global businesses succeed in Asia. NUS boasts of a highly diverse student body of over 37,000 students from a wide variety of backgrounds on campus and a global network of over 177,000 alumni.
No Application fee: Round I closing January 31
Applying to NUS MBA does not engage any external agencies to undertake student recruitment on its behalf. Candidates interested in the NUS MBA must apply directly to the NUS Business School Graduate Studies Office and not through education agents. Only online applications will be accepted and there is No application fee
The application window for Round I closes on January 31, 2016. This is termed as Scholarship Qualifying period and you could be the one to get the scholarship and may solve your MBA funding problem also.
The Round-2 of application process will be from February 01, 2016 to March 31, 2016. But you may not be considered for the award of scholarship if you prefer to apply in Round 2.
NUS: Program Fee
The tuition fee of the full time MBA in NUS is SGD 58,000 (Rs. 28 lakhs appx) payable in 2 semesters. Candidates with the mission to do MBA abroad from a good B school at affordable cost would find it more suitable as top rated IIMs and private B schools in India have a fee structure of Rs.16 to 20 lakhs with average placement of Rs. 15-17 lakhs. Going by this standard the dream of pursuing MBA abroad from a highly ranked B school at a low cost may be fulfilled at NUS Singapore.
Nanyang Technological University-Nanyang Business School (NTU-NBS)
Ranked 2nd top University in Asia and top 13 in the World, Nanyang Business School is the business school of the Nanyang Technological University. Young and research-intensive, Nanyang Technological University (NTU Singapore) is the fastest-rising university in the world’s Top universities and is also placed 1st amongst the world’s best young universities.
NTU-MBA application deadlines
MBA session at NTU-Nanyang Business School, Singapore begins in the month of August. For MBA admission in 2016, the rounds of application deadlines by Nanyang have been fixed. Students seeking admission to MBA 2016 at Nanyang Business school of NTU can apply online, provided they fulfil the eligibility criteria.
Round-1 of the application at NTU was over on Dec 15, 2015. Round-2 will be closing on January 15, 2016 and Round-3 on March 31, 2016. For international applicants, it is advisable to apply by Round-2 deadline.
Programme Fees at NTU
The programme fee for the 12 month full time MBA programme is S$55,000 (Rs.26.46 lakhs appx). The application fee for submitting application is S$80 and the enrolment fee is S$5000. Fee does not include Goods and Service Tax (GST). Number of scholarships are available to Nanyang students. Merit based scholarships are also awarded to outstanding candidates on the basis of merit.
Singapore Management University (SMU)-Lee Kong Chian School of Business
The Lee Kong Chian School of Business of the Singapore Management University is a dynamic Asian business school with over a hundred full-time faculty and more than two thousand five hundred students and is ranked amongst the top schools for its Finance and Accounting programs.
MBA Jan 2017: Application process open
The application for MBA 2016 was closed on October 15, 2015. However the application process for MBA starting in January 2017 has started and the Round-1 for the same will close on February 28 and for Round-2 it will close on July 18, 2016 while the entire application process will finally close with Round-3 Deadline on October 15, 2016.
Programme Fee
Programme fee to pursue MBA at SMU Singapore is Singapore dollar S$ 62,209.80 including the Goods and Service tax.
INSEAD-Singapore
INSEAD is one of the world’s leading and largest graduate business schools. . In 2000, INSEAD opened its Asia campus in Singapore. The INSEAD MBA is renowned for its diverse classes and training students to work in a diverse environment. A wide variety of teaching styles and techniques is used to deliver world class education to the participants.
B-schools in Singapore offer management education with an Asian as well as a global perspective that opens up plenty of opportunities. Graduates get in-depth insight of the Asian economy as well as the western market and tradition. With such a global learning experience students can gain the best and current knowledge from across the globe.
Singapore has been ranked as one of the Best Student Cities due to its safe environment, affordability and the superiority of education. A diverse and young country, Singapore has many religions, languages and cultures. Host to highly ranked business schools like NUS and Nanyang which feature on top at the university league tables, Singapore has become the most preferred destination for MBA abroad aspirants especially from India. Not only do the B schools in Singapore offer quality education but they open doors to a global arena of opportunities.
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