NUS MIM Overview
At NUS, the focus goes beyond learning facts. The MIM program is designed to develop future leaders who can analyze information, assess options, and make well-informed decisions. Through interactive case studies and lively classroom debates led by renowned faculty, students strengthen their critical thinking and decision-making skills—preparing them to lead with confidence and clarity.
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The NUS MSc in Management program offers an innovative, 12-month learning experience that combines Western business fundamentals with deep Asian insights. Structured over two semesters, the program is taught by distinguished faculty and brings together talented peers from over 20 countries. As part of the National University of Singapore, a globally recognized institution for academic excellence, students benefit from a strong reputation in education, research, and service. Graduates join a dynamic global network of over 38,000 business alumni and 300,000 university alumni, along with access to the prestigious CEMS alliance network.
NUS MIM Rankings & Accrediations
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NUS MIM Global Alumni Network
The National University of Singapore is globally recognized for its academic excellence in education, research, and service. Graduates of the NUS MSc in Management program become part of a vibrant network of over 38,000 business school alumni and 300,000 university alumni from a wide range of backgrounds and disciplines. In addition, they gain access to the prestigious CEMS alliance network, further expanding their global connections and career opportunities.
NUS MIM Student life
As a student in the MSc in Management program, the experience extends beyond the classroom. In addition to academic learning, students have access to a wide range of social, corporate, and enrichment activities, all designed to ensure a well-rounded and fulfilling time at NUS.
NUS MIM Corporate Engagement
Collaborating with various organizations adds a practical dimension to the learning experience, complementing the theories and knowledge gained in the classroom. These hands-on opportunities help simulate real-world working environments, preparing students for professional challenges
For more information on NUS MIM corporate engagement
NUS MIM Academics
The MSc in Management programme is a one year full-time programme and students are required to complete 10 courses (40 Units) by NUS Business School over two semesters.
NUS MIM Curriculum
Each semester, choose 5 electives from 15-20 courses—ranging from advanced, cutting-edge topics for students with a business background to foundational courses that build essential skills for those new to the field.
1st semester | Special semester | 2nd semester | 3rd semester (optional) |
Jan - May | May - July | Aug - Dec | Jan - May |
5 Elective Courses (20 Units) | Vacation Break | 5 Elective Courses (20 Units) | Experiential Learning* (4 Units) |
*Students have the option to extend their learning journey with an additional semester dedicated to experiential learning. Those who secure an internship may choose to complete a third semester, gaining hands-on experience in a professional setting.
This programme structure applies to the January 2026 intake and beyond. Students without a relevant background in the areas listed below may be required to take selected foundational courses. These courses form part of the programme workload and must be completed to meet graduation requirements.
1st Semester: Corporate Accounting (4 Units), Corporate Finance (4 Units), Marketing Strategy (4 Units)
2nd Semester: Business Economics (4 Units), Business Analytics (4 Units), Global Leadership (4 Units)
CEMS Double Degree Program: The above structure applies to students enrolled in the single degree MSc in Management programme.
For more information about double degree MSc in Management programme with CEMS MIM, click here.
Please click here for the NUS Academic Calendar.
NUS MIM Courses
Accounting & Finance
Corporate finance
Financial Analysis and ESG integration
Digital assets and blockchain in finance
Entrepreneurial finance
Fintech management
Measuring success in philanthropy and impact investing
Real estate finance
Analytics & Operations
Business analytics
Strategies for operational excellence
Management & Organisation
Designing organisations with data
Design thinking and business innovations
Global leadership (CEMS exclusive)
Judgement & decision making under uncertainty
Managing across cultures
Negotiation and influence
Management of technological innovation
Marketing
Customer centricity & brand alignment
Consumer behaviour
Digital marketing
Marketing analytics visualization & communication
Personal selling & sales management
Pricing
Product and brand management
Research for marketing insights
Services marketing
Understanding & influencing consumers
Strategy & Policy
Applied sustainability: A systems perspective
Asian business environments
Competing globally (CEMS exclusive)
Digital transformation: Planning and management
Entrepreneurial management
Entrepreneurship green venture business funding
Ethical leadership and corporate strategy
Game theory for managers
Global strategic management (CEMS exclusive)
Innovation & strategies for emerging market
Legal fundamentals for entrepreneurs and managers
Managerial economics
Sustainability strategy
For more details on NUS MIM courses
NUS MIM Completion and Graduation Requirements
To stay and complete the programme, you must maintain a Grade Point Average (GPA) of at least 3.2. In the event that you are unable to maintain a GPA of 3.2 and above, the following scenarios may occur:
If your GPA is less than 3.2 but more than 2.5, you will receive an initial warning. This will lead to dismissal from the programme should your GPA remain below 3.2 for the third consecutive semester.
If your GPA is 2.5 or below for two consecutive semesters, you will automatically be dropped from the programme.
NUS MIM Concurrent Degree Program
The MSc in Management programme is available to all eligible NUS undergraduate students through the Concurrent Degree Programme (CDP). NUS undergraduates may gain this master’s degree with one additional year of coursework study.
For non-business students, this programme prepares you for an additional career option in management. You will also enjoy all the rights and privileges of being an NUS Business School student, such as access to the NUS Business School Career Services.
NUS MIM Program Structure & curriculum
4 Level-1000 business courses or their equivalents (16 Units)
Accounting for Decision Makers
Principles of Marketing
Organisational Behaviour
Managerial Economics
2 Level-2000 business course or their equivalents (8 Units)
Programming for Business Analytics
Finance
At most 2 Level-3000 or 4000 business courses or their equivalents
At least 8 Level-5000 MSc in Management courses or their equivalents
A sample of the courses offered to MSc in Management students can be found
NUS MIM Application Process
Students can apply for the concurrent BBA and MSc in Management programmes through the centralised online application on the NUS Office of Admissions (OAM) website. Once admitted, they must maintain strong academic performance and can take graduate-level modules only after successfully completing an interview. Eligibility to take these modules begins after matriculation into NUS.
Admission
To establish eligibility to the programme, an NUS undergraduate must have:
Informed your original NUS faculty/school (for non-BBA students).
Completed at least 80 Units of your undergraduate programme with your original faculty/school. At least 40 of those completed Units must be from courses offered by your undergraduate department/faculty for students in your undergraduate major(s).
Completed at least 16 Units of BBA or Minor in Management programme courses, with an average grade point of at least 4.0 out of 5.0 for those completed courses. (Students enrolled in the University Scholars Programme (USP) need not complete the 16 Units of BBA programme courses.)
An overall Grade Point Average (GPA) of at least 4.0 out of 5.0.
A strong performance in the interview (conducted for shortlisted applicants only).
A Letter of Motivation of no more than 500 words outlining the reasons for which you want to complete the programme. The same Letter of Motivation can be used for the CEMS MIM application.
Provision for Grade-Free Semesters: For students who are admitted from AY2014/2015 onwards, a maximum of 4 Level-1000 and 2 Level-2000 (without prerequisites) courses graded on S/U basis will be allowed to be counted towards the DKR.
Although GMAT is not mandatory, candidates with good GMAT scores will be considered favourably for our NUS MSc in Management Study Awards.
Application procedure
Key dates:
1st November to 15th July | Application period |
February and August | Interviews for shortlisted applicants |
October | Notification of acceptance |
Please submit your complete application comprising of the following:
Resume
A copy of transcripts to support (2) to (4) of the eligibility requirements above
GMAT scores (if any). Our GMAT institution code is DRT-MK-19 (MSc in Management)
Proof of proficiency in any other foreign language declared for CEMS MIM (if applicable)
A Letter of Motivation
Students need to submit tehir complete application materials to NUS office:
MSc Programmes Office
Mochtar Riady Building, BIZ1 2-7
15 Kent Ridge DriveSingapore 119245
Only eligible students with complete application materials will be interviewed.
Fees
Fee type | Acceptance fee | 1st instalment | 2nd instalment | Miscellaneous student fees (each semester) |
Inclusive of 9% GST, with effect from 1 Jan 2024 | S$10,900.00 | S$22,345.00 | S$22,345.00 |
All fees paid are non-refundable.
Study awards
All applicants are automatically be considered for our NUS Master of Science (Management) Study Awards, which may cover all, or a portion of the programme fees. There is no need to submit a separate Study Award application.
Study Awards recipients are chosen based on merit, active participation in the Business School and/or NUS community, and projected success in the MSc in Management programme.
For information about NUS MIM partner programs
MSc In Management + CEMS MIM
The CEMS Master in International Management (MIM) is a strategic global alliance of leading business schools, multinational companies and non-governmental organisations coming together to offer a unique pre-experience master’s programme.
NUS Business School provides students exceptional international opportunities. This highly-ranked, global, one-year, pre-experience MIM programme emphasises and develops management and leadership competencies with an emphasis on internationalism and responsible leadership.
NUS MIM Program Benefits
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What CEMS MIM offers
Exclusive electives for NUS CEMS students
Competing Globally | Special Term 1 (4 Units)
This course explores key strategic issues faced by companies in international markets. As most businesses today operate globally to some extent, the course focuses on how firms can build and use competitive advantages to succeed worldwide. The emphasis is on competition strategies rather than internal management or organizational structures.
Competing Globally | Special Term 1 (4 Units)
This course explores key strategic issues faced by companies in international markets. As most businesses today operate globally to some extent, the course focuses on how firms can build and use competitive advantages to succeed worldwide. The emphasis is on competition strategies rather than internal management or organizational structures.
International exchange programme
You are required to spend one term each at two additional CEMS partner schools. Destinations for the terms abroad will depend on availability. Location and sequence preferences will be taken into consideration, but those with better academic standing (including good GMAT scores) may stand a higher chance of getting their preferred placement.
Language requirements
All CEMS MIM students graduate with competence in three languages, one of which must be English (Language 1). The second and third language can be any language. Please click here for the proficiency requirements of Language 2 and 3.
Block seminar
You will begin the CEMS MIM term with a mandatory intensive one-week Block Seminar that is an ideal start to the programme as it facilitates discussion of management topics from different cultural and academic perspectives.
Unique global courses
You will have to successfully complete exclusive CEMS courses such as Global Strategy, Global Leadership and Global Citizenship. The Global Citizenship Seminar is a two-day course that brings together representatives from corporate and / or social partners, professors and students to have the opportunity to engage with the UN Sustainable Development Goals through experiential learning.
Skill seminars
These shorter seminars provide training on a wide variety of essential and practical skills for an effective professional career. They are held throughout the two terms and are often in cooperation with corporate organisations.
CEMS business project
Adopting a consultancy-like approach, you will work in small teams and apply your skills and knowledge to solve a real business problem for an international organisation. Your student team will work independently and will be supervised and evaluated by both your faculty advisor and the corporate representatives. The Business Project will amount to about half of Semester 2’s workload.
International internship
The objective of this internship is to turn academic and theoretical knowledge into a professional and multi-cultural experience. Your internship can take place at a CEMS Corporate Partner, an international company, or a non-profit organisation, as long as the company operates in an international environment, and your work responsibilities correspond to that of a new graduate hire. You are responsible for finding your own internship and getting all official documents required for employment.
Global network
As part of the CEMS network, you will have the opportunity to interact with a truly international team, benefiting from the great diversity of your peers, our professors, and alumni.
NUS MIM Concurrent Double Degree Programme
CDP MSc in Management students can enroll in a double-master degree programme by choosing the additional CEMS Master’s in International Management (CEMS MIM) degree. This double-master degree programme may be completed in 1.5 years by a business undergraduate student, and 2 years by a non-business undergraduate student.
Applicants for the double-master programme with CEMS must be proficient in at least one additional language, other than English.
NUS MIM Application
Student must submit a CEMS application in CEMS.org between 1 November and 15 July when they are in year 3.Student will rank 15 host schools of their preference in the application form.
Following documents must be uploaded:
Curriculum Vitae (with photograph)
Letter of Motivation (not more than 500 words)
NUS Unofficial Transcript
Proof of proficiency in any foreign language (if any)
GMAT scores (if any)
NUS MIM Fees
Fee Type | Acceptance Fee | 1st Instalment | 2nd Instalment | Miscellaneous Student Fees (each semester) |
Inclusive of 9% GST, with effect from 1 Jan 2024 | S$10,900.00 | S$22,345.00 | S$31,065.00 Inclusive of CEMS MIM fee: S$8,720 |
NUS MIM Study Awards
Limited NUS CEMS MIM Study Awards covering all or a portion of the programme fees are available for outstanding students.
There is no need to submit a separate Study Award application.
NUS MIM Graduating Requirements
The CEMS MIM degree will only be granted upon successful completion of the MSc in Management programme.
To be considered for the CEMS graduation ceremony held usually in late November or early December, the CEMS student must have successfully completed all obligatory components for the CEMS MIM by July of that year:
Have spent at least two of the three MIM terms abroad
Have successfully graduated officially from the MSc in Management programme
No more than 15 ECTS in Elective and Skill Seminar credits may be taken outside the MIM year
A consecutive 8-week international internship at first-job level
Fulfilled CEMS language requirements
NUS MIM Admissions
NUS MIM Admission Requirements
Educational Background
English Language Requirement
Admission Interviews
Good GMAT/GRE will strengthen your application
Though it is not mandatory, candidates with good GMAT/GRE scores will be considered favourably for study awards. Double degree programme applicants also stand a higher chance of getting their preferred placement in CEMS host schools.
NUS MIM institution code for this programme:
GMAT institution code: DRT-MK-19 (MSc in Management).
GRE institution code: 4642 – NUS Business School MSc Programmes.
NUS MIM Application Process
Interested applicants must apply directly through the NUS Business School's online application system, as only online submissions are accepted. The school does not engage any external agencies for student recruitment.
The MSc in Management and the double-degree MSc in Management + CEMS MIM programmes have a single intake each year, which begins in January.
NUS MIM Key Dates
The key application dates for the January 2026 intake are:
The key application dates for the January 2027 intake are:
*Applications received on or before these dates will be reviewed after the respective cut-off dates. Please note that applications will only be reviewed if both the application form is submitted and the application fee is paid by the specified deadlines. Additionally, applications are valid for the immediate upcoming intake only and will be reviewed on a rolling basis over the entire application period.
** Submit additional application form
Review the requirements
NUS MIM Application Checklist
Letters of recommendation, reference letters and referee details are not required to be submitted.
| Your updated resume detailing your educational background, internship and work experience (if any), achievements, etc. |
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| Official transcripts and attested copy of degree scroll will be required after you are offered a place in the programme. Transcript Request Forms are available via this link. |
| Not more than 500 words |
| Financial supporting documents, reflecting sufficient amount, to finance your tuition fees and living expenses. The documents required for the respective financing options are as follows:
If you are not able to provide the above-mentioned documents at the time of your submission, please provide a letter to state your financing options and the reasons for not being able to provide the financial supporting documents. |
| GMAT: Please designate “National University of Singapore” (GMAT Code: DRT-MK-19 (MSc in Management) as your score recipient. GRE: Please designate “4642 – NUS Business School MSc Programmes” as your score recipient. |
| IELTS: Please upload a softcopy of your IELTS Test Report Form via the application portal. TOEFL: Please upload a softcopy of your TOEFL Score Report via the application portal and indicate the institution code – “0677 National University of Singapore”. |
Please upload these supporting documents as a PDF onto the Graduate Admission System. The total size of your uploaded documents should not exceed 10MB.
Documents not in English must be accompanied with certified copies of the English-translated version. Incomplete applications will not be considered. Applicants who fail to accurately provide complete and truthful information will be withdrawn from admissions.
Note: You do not need to mail any documents during the application stage.
NUS MIM New applicant
NUS MIM Returning applicant
NUS MIM Fees & Finance
For January 2025 intake (Academic year 2025/2026)
Fee Type | NUS MIM | NUS MIM + CEMS MIM | Payment Due |
Application Fee | S$100.00 | S$100.00 | Application submission |
Acceptance Fee | S$10,900.00 | S$10,900.00 | Upon acceptance of offer |
1st Instalment | S$22,345.00 | S$22,345.00 | Upon enrolment in January |
2nd Instalment | S$22,345.00 | S$31,065.00 Inclusive of CEMS MIM fee: S$8,720.00 | In August |
Miscellaneous Student Fees | Charged every semester | ||
Total | S$55,690.00 | S$64,410.00 |
For January 2026 intake (Academic year 2025/2026)
The programme fees for the single degree NUS MSc in Management:
Before GST | S$51,000.00 |
Inclusive of 9% GST | S$55,590.00 |
Programme fee for the double degree:
Before GST | S$59,000.00 |
Inclusive of 9% GST | S$64,310.00 |
Limited NUS Study Awards are available for outstanding applicants.
NUS MIM Tuition Fee Rebate
Starting AY24/25, all self-funded Singaporeans and Singapore PRs will receive a 40% tuition fee rebate. This does not apply to the CEMS MIM fee.
Starting AY24/25, NUS Alumni are eligible to receive a 20% tuition fee rebate across all NUS Business School Master of Science programmes.
Some additional expenses to be incurred while attending the CEMS MIM programme are:
Cost of living in the host countries
Visa and travel costs
Nominal fees for Block Seminar, Global Citizenship Seminar, Skill Seminars, language courses and testing (amount varies among host schools)
Student Registration and Handling Fee payable to CEMS Global Office
Participation costs for student events
Participation costs in the graduation ceremony: The CEMS MIM graduation ceremony is hosted annually by one of the CEMS schools
NUS MIM Study Awards
Limited Full Scholarship & study awards are available for selected outstanding applicants. Study awards will cover a portion of the programme fees.
There is no need to apply separately for the study awards and scholarships, but candidates must submit an application by the first cut-off date. Study award and scholarship recipients are chosen based on merit in the following categories:
NUS MIM Financial Aids
Prodigy Finance
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InCred
InCred is an India-based new-age financial services platform that leverages technology and data science to make lending quick and easy. Backed by a passionate team of experts with a track record of education lending, InCred has assisted thousands of Indian students to attend 700+ universities across 22+ countries in 3 years since its inception. InCred is proud to financially support Indian students to pursue their higher education dream in the world’s best schools, including the National University of Singapore.
Credenc.com
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NUS MIM Scholarships
NUS MIM Dhanabalan Scholarship
The Dhanabalan Scholarship aims to support exceptional Singapore Citizens and/or Singapore Permanent Residents who have financial needs, to pursue the NUS MSc in Management programme at NUS Business School.
One award worth S$20,000 will be available for each intake. There is no bond to this Scholarship.
NUS MIM Application process
Candidates seeking to apply for this Scholarship should submit their application by the 1st round of application cut-off deadline and received the offer to the NUS MSc in Management or MSc in Management + CEMS MIM programme to be eligible.
The student must meet the following requirements:
Singapore Citizen or Singapore Permanent Resident,
Demonstrated excellent academic and professional achievements, and an outstanding overall application profile,
Demonstrated financial needs, and
Ideally also demonstrated impact to the community
Instructions on the application process for the Scholarship will be communicated to eligible candidates only.
NUS MIM Expenses
The estimated monthly living expenses for an international student in Singapore are outlined below:
Accommodation
On-campus housing (subject to availability):
S$900 – S$1,800
Renting a room in a public housing apartment:
S$700 – S$1,000
Renting a room in a private apartment:
S$1,000 – S$2,000
Renting a 3-bedroom private apartment:
S$4,000 onward
Meals
S$300 – S$800
Transport (within Singapore)
S$80 – S$200 (buses and trains)
Healthcare
S$52 – S$112 per consultation with a General Practitioner
Personal expenses
S$200 – S$350
Mobile phone & broadband subscription
S$200 – S$350
