Ranked 3rd in the world in the Financial Times (FT) Global Masters in Finance Post-experience Ranking 2015, the Lee Kong Chian School of Business (LKCSB) of Singapore Management University (SMU) Singapore is the only B-school in Asia and in Singapore ranked among top 5 B-schools placed just after London Business School and University of Cambridge’s Judge Business School.
LKCSB is also first B-school which is featured in both the Pre-experience and Post-experience rankings of Financial Times since it grabbed 2nd position in Asia and 34th position in the world in FT Global Masters in Finance Pre-experience Ranking 2015.
Accredited by AACSB and Equis LKCSB has the distinction of being one of the youngest schools in the world to be accredited.
The Lee Kong Chian School of Business of the Singapore Management University is a dynamic Asian business school with more than 100 full-time faculty and more than 3000 students. LKCSB was also ranked second in placement success. SMU’s Alumni experienced 69% increase in salary and draw currently US$85,899. The B school is ranked amongst the top business schools of the world for its Finance and Accounting programs.
MBA 2017: Deadlines to Apply
MBA 2017 course duration at LKCSB, SMU Singapore is of 12 months for full time programme and 18 months for part time programme. Classes For the MBA 2017 session are proposed to commence in January 2017. LKCSB- Singapore Management University has announced the deadlines to submit On-line application as well as the eligibility and other key requirements to apply for the programme.
There are 3 rounds of application deadlines at SMU Singapore. However, candidates are advised not to wait till the last date to ensure timely visa and immigration process. Below are given the round wise Application deadlines for MBA at SMU (Singapore Management University)
Round 1Deadline – February 28, 2016
Round 2Deadline – July 18, 2016
Final Round Deadline – October 15, 2016
Singapore Management University’s Lee Kong Chian School of Business sometimes pre pones the deadlines to apply for the MBA admission due to increasing number of applicants. It will be in your own interest to keep a watch on the application deadlines. For example the final round deadline to apply for MBA 2016 was preponed from Oct 30 to Oct 15, 2015 this year.
Admission requirements
A student must have a minimum 2 years work experience to seek admission to SMU MBA programme. You should Login to the SMU admission portal and upload following required documents with the online application form
1. Online Application Form
2. Resume
3. Academic qualification – transcripts and certificates
4. Two short essays
- Why do you want to earn an MBA and why are you choosing to apply to SMU? If you are selected how will you contribute to the SMU MBA programme? (500 words)
- Describe your greatest weakness and how have you tried to overcome it. (300 words)
5. Two recommendation forms (downloadable forms available at SMU website)
6. GMAT scores; SMU’s GMAT code for the full time MBA is F8D-7V-35
7. Application fee of S$100
TOEFL/IELTS scores are optional and are required if the applicant’s undergraduate degree was not conducted in English. SMU’s TOEFL code is 9014.
SMU Fee structure
Programme fee to pursue MBA at SMU Singapore is Singapore dollar S$ 62,209.80 including the Goods and Service tax.
Supporting Documents
Following supporting documents are needed from International students to apply for MBA at LKCSB - SMU Singapore 3
-- a copy of Passport for non-Singaporeans
-- 2 passport-size photographs
-- Official GMAT score report (school version)
-- short essays
-- Current CV
-- Official academic transcripts of all educational institutions attended
-- 2 referee reports, signed and sealed (if not sent directly by referee)
-- Proof of payment by credit card form or check/money order of $100 SGD
International students in SMU coming from India, China, ASEAN countries as well as further afield such as Europe, North America, Africa, the Middle East, Maldives, Japan and South Korea bring with them the richness of diversity and cultural vibrancy at SMU.
The learning environment at SMU is beyond geographical borders and introduces global perspectives. Smaller class sizes allow lively interaction and personalized attention from the faculties. Surrounded by museums, theatres, educational institutions, art galleries, cafés, restaurants and a range of retail outlets, the SMU life is a vibrant and diverse one.
Another important factor is the affordable fee and accommodation at Singapore in comparison to other countries like US, UK or Europe.
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