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Full-time students must enrol in courses consisting of a minimum 12 Units (maximum 20 Units) per semester. For each special term, they can enrol for courses up to 8 Units.

Part-time students must enrol in courses consisting of minimum 4 Units (maximum 12 Units) per semester. For each special term, they can enrol for courses up to 8 Units.

Each course (core or elective) is 4 Units.

Specialisations are optional. Students may select from any of the electives offered as long as 28 Units from the electives are attained.

Students in the NUS MBA can choose to specialise in up to two of the following:

  • Finance
  • Marketing
  • Strategy and Organization
  • Entrepreneurship & Innovation
  • Digital Business
  • Consulting
  • Analytics & Operations
  • Real Estate*
  • Healthcare Management*

Students need to fulfill a minimum of 20 Units and meet a Grade Point Average (GPA) of 3.5 in relevant courses to qualify for a specialisation.

*For specialisations in Real Estate and Healthcare Management, you need to indicate your choice at the time of application as these two programmes have distinct requirements.

The NUS MBA has one intake each year. The program begins with Orientation in late July, followed by Launch Your Transformation (LYT), a 5-day bootcamp held in early August. Classes officially begin in the second week of August.

The academic year comprises:

  • Semester 1: August–November
  • Semester 2: January–April
  • Special Term 1: May–June
  • Special Term 2: June–July

Please note: The LYT bootcamp runs for five consecutive full days. Part-time MBA students are required to make arrangements to be away from their work commitments during this period.

Yes. The NUS MBA is available in full-time and part-time formats. The part-time MBA offers two pathways — Part-time and Part-time (Flex) — with the same NUS MBA curriculum and degree. The Flex pathway offers a more concentrated schedule, with fewer weeknight classes and a combination of Friday-Saturday classes and intensive 5-day blocks, making it suitable for working professionals with demanding or regional schedules.

Class schedules vary by MBA format:

  • Full-time MBA: Classes are typically held on weekdays during the day, with electives offered on weekday evenings and weekends.
  • Part-time MBA: Core courses are typically held on weekday evenings (6:30pm–9:30pm), with electives generally held on Saturdays (9am–5pm). Part-time students are given priority for core courses offered in the evenings.
  • Part-time (Flex) MBA: Designed for working professionals who need greater flexibility, Flex has fewer weekday evening classes, with classes delivered through Friday-Saturday sessions and intensive 5-day blocks.

Yes. Full-time MBA students have the flexibility to fast-track their studies and may complete the program in as little as 12 months, depending on their course planning and availability of courses. Students who wish to pursue an accelerated timeline can work closely with the Program Management team to plan their course schedule and make the most of the available options.

Students may request to switch between the Full-time and Part-time/Part-time (Flex) MBA once during the program, subject to the eligibility requirements and approval from the MBA Office. Students requesting to switch to the Part-time MBA may be required to provide supporting documentation demonstrating their employment or residency in Singapore. Students should consult the Program Management team on the requirements and process before requesting a switch.

The NUS MBA is primarily in-person and campus-based. Classes are conducted at NUS Business School in Singapore. The program may include selected online learning components, but the MBA is not a fully online or hybrid programme.
Yes. NUS MBA students have opportunities to gain international exposure through the Global Business Immersion Programme (GBI), international exchange and other overseas learning opportunities. NUS Business School has partnerships with 60+ leading business schools worldwide, giving students opportunities to learn alongside peers from different markets and gain a broader global perspective.​

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Yes. GMAT or GRE is acceptable for the NUS MBA application.

Yes. Both Full-time and Part-time/Part-time (Flex) MBA applicants may submit an Executive Assessment (EA) score in place of the GMAT or GRE.

You may send your official scores using the following codes:

GMAT:
The NUS MBA Full-Time Programme - DRT-MK-35
The NUS MBA Part-Time Programme - DRT-MK-59
The NUS MBA Double Degree with Peking University - DRT-MK-50

GRE DI code: 7539

Executive Assessment (EA):
NUS Business School - The NUS MBA (Part-time) (DRT-MK-59)

TOEFL: 9082
IELTS: 0677

For students applying to the NUS MBA Double Degrees with the Lee Kuan Yew School of Public Policy and with HEC Paris, please send your scores to the NUS MBA Full-time or Part-time Programme.

Test scores (GMAT/GRE/EA/TOEFL/IELTS) must be valid at the point of application and should not expire less than one month from the date of your application submission.

Applicants are encouraged to submit a test score, as it can strengthen their application. Those with a strong academic and professional profile may request a test waiver, subject to the school’s discretion. Submit your waiver request in writing to the Admissions Team immediately after applying.

A TOEFL or IELTS score is required if the medium of instruction for your undergraduate or postgraduate degree was not fully in English. The minimum score is 100 for TOEFL and 7.0 for IELTS. Applicants who do not have an English-taught degree may request a waiver if they have at least five years of experience working in an English-speaking environment. Waivers requests are reviewed on a case-by-case basis.

We do not have a minimum or specific score for the GMAT, GRE or Executive Assessment, as test scores are considered as part of your overall profile. Please refer to our Class Profile page for the average scores of our recent cohort as a guide.

Yes, test scores from the new GMAT Focus and new GRE are acceptable for the NUS MBA application.

Yes, both in-person, as well as online GMAT or GRE test scores, are acceptable for The NUS MBA application.

Yes, the online TOEFL (TOEFL iBT Home Edition) is acceptable for The NUS MBA application.

Candidates need at least 2 years of full-time, post-bachelor's degree work experience to apply. Beyond this minimum, there is no fixed or ideal amount of work experience that determines whether you are ready for an MBA. We consider your professional experience alongside your career progression, achievements and overall profile. Candidates pursue an MBA at different stages of their careers, so we encourage you to apply when you feel ready to take the next step in your professional journey.
Candidates need at least 2 years of full-time, post-bachelor's degree work experience to apply. Beyond this minimum, there is no fixed or ideal amount of work experience that determines whether you are ready for an MBA. We consider your professional experience alongside your career progression, achievements and overall profile. Candidates pursue an MBA at different stages of their careers, so we encourage you to apply when you feel ready to take the next step in your professional journey.

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Please refer to our admissions requirements page.

All applications must be submitted online here within the application window for each intake. Please refer to our application deadlines, and admissions process page for the list of supporting documents required.
Applications are reviewed upon receiving a complete application. The process will take approximately 6 to 8 weeks.
No. NUS MBA programmes are not included in the NUS Masters Enhanced Tuition Fee Rebate scheme. For a list of programmes that are covered, visit here.
You will need to complete three compulsory essay questions in Stage 2 of the application. The essay questions will be available once you have submitted Stage 1. We recommend completing Stage 1 early so that you have sufficient time to review and complete your essays.​
Shortlisted candidates will be invited to an online admissions interview. The interview is an opportunity for us to learn more about your experiences, motivations and goals, and for you to learn more about the NUS MBA. Further details will be provided to shortlisted candidates.
Yes. As each application is assessed based on the information provided for that intake, reapplicants should highlight new experiences, achievements or developments since their previous application.
You should nominate one professional referee who knows you well in a professional capacity and can provide meaningful insights into your work experience, achievements and potential. Academic referees are not accepted.
Applicants who wish to be considered for NUS MBA scholarships must indicate their intent in the NUS Business School Supplementary Question section of the application. Scholarships are awarded on a rolling basis throughout the admissions cycle, so we encourage you to apply early. If you wish to be considered for the APEC or ADB-JSP scholarships, you must submit your application by the Round 2 deadline. Scholarship decisions may be communicated separately from admission decisions, and only successful candidates will be notified. Scholarship decisions are final.​

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Confirm your acceptance by completing an acceptance form together with a non-refundable acceptance fee of S$15,000 (incl. GST) , which will be credited towards your tuition fees.

In addition, please arrange for the following to be sent to the NUS MBA Programme Office:

  1. Official degree transcripts*;
  2. Attested university degree scroll*;
  3. Official GMAT/GRE/EA score report

*To be sent directly by your university/institution. E-copy version is also acceptable.

The Admissions Team will place a candidate on the waiting list if they are not willing to offer him/her a place outright, but consider him/her strong enough to potentially be given a place on the programme. Waiting list candidates will be re-assessed after more applications have been reviewed. No action is required from you, however please allow up to 8 weeks for the final decision to be made.
The waiting list is not numbered or ranked in order of merit. The Admissions Team may contact the waiting list candidates either via email or phone should they be re-assessed.
Candidates need not put up two separate applications. Please indicate your first and second choice of programme within the same online application form.
Yes. If you are made an offer for your second choice, the Admissions Team will make a final decision on your application. Any offer for your first choice will take precedence. It is not possible to hold more than one admission offer.

Scholarship consideration takes place alongside the admissions process. For some candidates, a scholarship award may be communicated together with the admission offer, while for others, the scholarship decision may follow separately.

Scholarship recipients will be notified by mid-May for Full-time MBA candidates and mid-June for Part-time/Part-time (Flex) MBA candidates at the latest.