National University of Singapore - Business School

Started as the Department of Business Administration back in 1965, the same year as when Singapore gained independence, NUS Business School has come a long way in a short time. With a full-time staff strength of four then, we now have more than 130 faculty members, and more than 3,000 students.

The NUS Business School MBA is designed for professionals seeking advanced leadership and management skills in a global business context. 

MBA requirements typically include a strong academic background, relevant work experience, and competitive test results, with the GMAT score considered as part of the admissions process. 

NUS Business School offers flexible study options, including formats with online learning components, though it is not a fully online MBA. 

MBA cost varies by programme type and intake, reflecting the school’s global standing and resources.

There are three research centres at the NUS Business School which specialise in topics that relate to their key expertise.

• Centre on AI Technology for Humankind (AiTH): To advance the understanding of AI technology for the improvement of the human condition through innovative research, education and policy-making

• Centre for Behavioural Economics (CBE): To be a leading research hub that studies economic decisions and their effects on market behaviours
• Centre for Governance, Institutions & Organisations (CGIO): To provide thought leadership in areas of governance, institutions and organisations

Graduates benefit from strong MBA career outcomes, with many securing leadership roles across consulting, finance, technology, and multinational corporations. 

NUS Business School alumni in business are highly represented in senior positions across Asia and globally. 

Career development is supported through employer engagement, networking opportunities, and a powerful alumni network, helping graduates achieve long-term professional growth and international mobility.