Power your career with a Part-time MBA
If you’ve been thinking about pursuing a part-time MBA, we’re here to help. We understand that you may have questions about your eligibility and the application process.
Here, we’ve compiled all the information you need about the NUS MBA to help you make an informed decision.
What is the NUS MBA?
The NUS MBA is one of the most transformative MBA experiences in Asia, offered by the NUS Business School in Singapore. The programme duration affords participants with the ideal amount of time to fuel their personal and professional growth. You can choose between a full-time 17-month format or a part-time 24-30 month format, depending on your schedule and commitments. This programme is conducted on campus.
How will a Part-time MBA benefit my career?
A part-time MBA can be a smart investment in your career, providing you with the opportunity to broaden your business skills and knowledge, build your leadership skills, sharpen your critical thinking, and acquire new skills that are highly valued by employers. The NUS MBA offers a solid foundation with our dual academic and experiential core, and a wide range of more than 50 electives so you can tailor your MBA experience.
One of the key benefits of a part-time MBA is that you can continue working while studying, giving you the chance to apply your learning in real-time and make a larger impact at work, which could potentially lead to increased job satisfaction and promotions.
Additionally, the networking opportunities provided by an MBA programme can help you establish valuable connections with other professionals across various industries. The NUS MBA attracts a diverse cohort of students from more than 30 countries, bringing with them diverse experiences from analytics to marketing, cleantech to finance, healthcare to engineering, and with experience working in start-ups, MNCs, government and NGOs.
In essence, a part-time MBA enables you to embark on your MBA with minimal impact to your career trajectory. It prepares you for greater leadership responsibilities and broadens your career opportunities. Because both the NUS full-time and part-time MBA are essentially the same programme, you’re not getting any less just because you’re pursuing the MBA on a part-time basis. Part-time MBA students who wish to spread their courses across a longer period may choose the 30-month option.
Am I the right fit?
If you’re considering the part-time NUS MBA, it’s important to know that the programme is typically made up of established working professionals based in Singapore. Here’s the typical class profile:
What are the admission requirements and supporting documents needed?
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How can I join the August 2024 class?
The new application deadline for our part-time MBA is on 16 May 2024, and there is still sufficient time to submit your application if you meet the admission requirements. Other than the above supporting documents required, candidates are required to complete two compulsory essays (plus one optional scholarship essay) and nominate two professional referees. Your referees will be required to furnish their recommendations via an online report form which is easy to complete.
Can I apply for the NUS part-time MBA without a GMAT or GRE score?
If you’re concerned about the GMAT or GRE test score, don’t worry. Test waivers may be granted for outstanding part-time MBA applicants with ≥ 10 years of work experience who are able demonstrate a strong academic and career track record, and excellent admissions interview scores. Part-time candidates with ≥ 5 years of work experience are encouraged to take the Executive Assessment (EA) as an alternative. Compared to the GMAT/GMAT Focus Edition or GRE, the EA requires relatively lighter preparation, and the test is convenient to schedule in Singapore. While you’re required to submit your application by 16 May, the good news is you’ll have up till 5 June to provide your test scores to us.
How much are the NUS MBA tuition fees?
Part-time MBA payment schedule
| Upon Acceptance | S$10,900 |
| Semester 1 (2024) | S$20,982.50 |
| Semester 2 (2025) | S$20,982.50 |
| Semester 3 (2025) | S$20,982.50 |
| Semester 4 (2025) | S$20,982.50 |
| Total | S$94,830 |
Are there scholarships or grants available for part-time MBA applicants?
There are attractive scholarships available to part-time MBA candidates. Scholarships are awarded on a competitive and merit-basis, and typically covers 10-20% of the tuition fees. No separate scholarship application is required and all you need to do is to complete the scholarship essay within the online application form. Do note that a test score (GMAT/GMAT Focus Edition, GRE or EA) is a must for a candidate to be eligible for scholarship consideration.
NUS alumni who are successfully enrolled in the NUS MBA are eligible for a S$10,000 NUS Alumni Loyalty Grant. Alumni of any of these local Universities – NTU, SMU, SUTD, SUSS or SIT – will be eligible for a S$5,000 Local University Alumni Grant if they are successfully enrolled in the programme.
How do the part-time and full-time MBA differ?
The good news is that there is no difference in terms of the learning opportunities and resources available to students. Whether you’re doing a full-time MBA or part-time MBA, you’ll have access to all the same learning opportunities, specialisation tracks, global exchanges, global immersion programmes, and more. Plus, you’ll have the flexibility to switch once between formats during your candidature.
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