MASTER
OFSCIENCE
Economics
International Economics
Investments
International Business
Management
Management: Entrepreneurship and Innovation
Management: Organisational Leadership and Change
Management: Strategy
www.simge.edu.sg
The programmes are developed, fully taught and awarded by Birmingham Business School,
University of Birmingham, UK
CONTENTS
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Welcome
Messages
Postgraduate
Programmes
SIM
Group
Application
and Admission
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Network for
Greater Success
08
University of
Birmingham
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WELCOME
MESSAGES
Welcome to SIM Global Education
(SIM GE) – A global campus with
10 top ranking international
universities from the UK, the US
and Australia. As a premier institution
of higher learning, we are a gateway
to the world with a wide range of
academic programmes to choose
your ideal learning pathways from.
Gain a Global
Edge at SIM GE
for the global
workplace in the
future economy
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SIM GE is the global education
arm of the Singapore Institute of
Management (SIM Group) which is
an initiative of the Economic
Development Board to support
Singapore’s industrialisation. As
one of the largest and leading
private educational institutions in
Singapore, we take pride in our
reputation for quality academic
standards and a vibrant student
experience.
At SIM GE, we are committed to
delivering a holistic education to
empower individuals in their
respective fields and communities.
We also aim to inspire passion in
them to excel and to strive for
bigger goals.
In today’s fast-changing world, the
ability to adapt and evolve will give
you an edge. With our multicultural
learning environment and diverse
campus life, you will gain the skills,
knowledge and insights you need,
to be career ready. These will
enable you to gain a Global Edge
as you make your mark in the
global workplace of the future.
I invite you to come and be a
member of our community, and
discover how, like them, you can
fulfil your aspirations by embarking
on an exciting educational journey
with us.
Dr Lee Kwok Cheong
Chief Executive Officer
SIM Global Education
The University of Birmingham
(Birmingham) pioneered business
education in the UK, establishing
the first Chairs of Commerce and
of Accounting in the country in
1902. Today, the Business School
has over 180 faculty and over
4,860 students; with students
from over 110 different countries
studying our programmes in the
UK and Singapore, we are a truly
global School.
We are very
proud of the
success we have
had through our
partnership with
SIM GE
Our partnership with the SIM Global
Education (SIM GE) underpins the
delivery of a range of leading
degree programmes for
undergraduate and postgraduate
students in Business, Management,
Accountancy, Economics and
Finance.
The alliance combines our
professors’ cutting-edge
knowledge and Birmingham’s
brand and teaching quality with
SIM GE's unique support services
and knowledge of regional market
needs.
Birmingham Business School is
benchmarked for the
employability of its graduates. Our
programmes provide you with a
rigorous academic training,
practical relevance and careerreadiness. As a result, our
students are in strong demand
from employers.
We encourage you to make the
most of your time with us, and to
take the opportunity to gain the
experiences, skills and qualities
vital to your future development.
My colleagues and I look forward
to welcoming you to our
programmes in Singapore.
Professor Glyn Watson
Dean
Birmingham Business School
University of Birmingham
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SIM
GROUP
SIM Global Education
A leading private education
institution
SIM Global Education is the global
education arm of the Singapore
Institute of Management (SIM
Group). Founded in 1964 on the
initiative of the Economic
Development Board to support
Singapore’s industrialisation, the
SIM Group is today a diverse and
vibrant organisation with a wide
range of programmes, activities
and services.
SIM Global Education (SIM GE)
offers quality overseas academic
programmes awarded by top
ranking and reputable universities
from the United Kingdom,
the United States and Australia.
SIM GE’s approach towards a
holistic education is to develop
students with a global edge for
the global workplace with ability
and adaptability for employability
in the future economy. With
142,000 alumni and about 20,000
students from over 40 countries,
SIM GE is a leading private
education institution in Singapore.
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COUNTRIES
142,000
ALUMNI
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international
universities,
one global
campus
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Why Study at SIM GE?
AWARD-WINNING INSTITUTION
Top 3 Best Private Institute for
eight consecutive years in the
annual AsiaOne People’s Choice
Awards.
STUDENT-CENTRIC CAMPUS
Wi-Fi enabled campus with
comprehensive facilities for
students’ academic and recreation
needs.
BOND-FREE SCHOLARSHIP &
BURSARY
Scholarships are available to
students who excel in academics,
sports or arts.
THROUGH-TRAIN PATHWAY
Over 80 full-time and part-time
academic programmes through
10 partner universities at diploma,
undergraduate and postgraduate
levels.
VIBRANT STUDENT LIFE
Participate in over 70 student
clubs with year-round activities in
arts, culture and sports.
NETWORK FOR SUCCESS
A multitude of learning resources and
networking events for students and
graduates o­ffered through SIM GE
platforms and SIM Membership.
GLOBAL PERSPECTIVES &
INSIGHTS
Exposure to diverse cultures and a
global network of faculty and
peers bring broader perspectives
to learning.
DEDICATED STUDENT SUPPORT
Support services include
academic support at Student
Learning Centre, a dedicated
Student Services Centre, Student
Wellness Centre, and initiatives
such as financial assistance
schemes and counselling services.
ALUMNI ENGAGEMENT
Stay connected even after
graduation – benefit from events
organised by SIM GE Alumni
Office or volunteer your time
through initiatives such as
Structured Alumni Mentorship.
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NETWORK FOR
GREATER SUCCESS
With a blend of 40 nationalities
from across the globe, SIM GE’s
remarkable global mix of cultural
diversities provides an excellent
platform for cultural exchange and
knowledge sharing. A diverse
student population, coupled with
international faculty, is your
gateway to a learning experience
with a global mindset.
Tap into the rich resource pools
offered by our membership
activities and stay plugged into the
latest industry trends through 12
professional Interest Groups. Connect
with other like-minded professionals
for sharing of best practices and
experiences. With a community
boasting about 41,000 individual and
corporate members, you can leverage
our networks for greater success.
Your relationship with us continues
even after you graduate. The SIM
GE Alumni Family will help you
develop and expand your network
as you further your career aspirations.
You can look forward to privileges
and preferential access to
professional development courses.
Take advantage of our unparalleled
networking opportunities such as
Industry Forums, Networking
Sessions, CEO Dialogue, annual
Homecoming dinners, and Overseas
Alumni Chapter events. Be updated
on our calendar of events through
SIM GE and SIM Membership
newsletters and publications.
Embark on your journey with us to
build meaningful connections as a
student, a graduate and a
professional.
Homecoming
Networking Session
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SIM GE Industry Forum
Interact and
build rapport
with industry
experts through
our networking
platforms
CEO Dialogue
"SIM Membership has
expanded my personal
and professional
network with great
opportunities to learn,
share and meet people
from various industries
and professions."
(2016)
Harold Kwan
SIM GE Alumnus
Overseas Alumni Chapter
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UNIVERSITY
OF BIRMINGHAM
The University of Birmingham
(Birmingham) was founded in
1900 and is now one of the largest
in the UK, offering degrees across
a wide range of disciplines. It is a
major centre of research and
academic study with an
established international
reputation for excellence and
numbers 11 Nobel Prize winners
among its staff and alumni.
Why choose the University of
Birmingham?
University of the Year for
Graduate Employment in The
Times and Sunday Times Good
University Guide 2016
As the Guardian newspaper puts
it: “The University of Birmingham
is Britain’s quintessential ‘redbrick’ university, and a prestigious
one at that.”
The University is located in the
leafy suburb of Edgbaston, four
kilometres from the city centre.
Birmingham is a campus
university with practically all its
academic buildings and extensive
academic and social facilities on a
single parkland site – one of the
UK’s finest urban campuses.
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Ranked 15th in the UK by the
Guardian University Guide 2018
Ranked 84th in the world (QS
World University Rankings 2018)
A member of the prestigious
Russell Group of 24 UK researchintensive universities
A member of the Universitas 21
global network of top universities
around the world
Top 20 universities in the UK for
Accounting and Finance, Business
and Management Studies, and
Economics (The Complete
University Guide 2018)
More than 81% of all research
carried out by the University is
rated as ‘world leading’ or
‘internationally excellent’ in terms
of its originality, significance and
rigour (Research Excellence
Framework 2014)
We put people at the
heart of business
and business at the
heart of society
Birmingham Business School has
been a major player in business
education for more than a century
and it is one of the oldest university
business schools in England.
The School enjoys an international
reputation and provides a wide
variety of highly regarded
programmes across a range of
business disciplines through rigorous
academic training, practical
relevance and career-readiness.
The wide-ranging research of its
staff means that the latest thinking
in business education can be
immediately fed into teaching,
providing the insight, ambition and
skills for new generation business
leaders to shape advanced and
sustainable business strategies.
The Faculty Members
Many of the school’s faculty are
experts in their fields and their
research contributes to academic
debates worldwide. Some of the
academic staff play advisory roles
to both businesses and public
sector organisations.
Industry Links & Employability
Birmingham Business School thrives
on strong links with industry and
employers. Our Advisory Board,
chaired by Lord Digby Jones of
Birmingham, consists of high-level
executives selected for their
exceptional stature. At Birmingham
Business School, we create business
degree courses which academically
and personally prepare you for the
working world. Your degree is
evidence of your ability to succeed
in a demanding academic
environment. Employers target our
students for their key employability
skills developed during the degree
programmes. Our graduate
employability statistics are
significantly above national trends.
Birmingham Business School’s
graduates are sought after by
employers, with recent graduates
being recruited by Procter &
Gamble, IBM, HSBC, Barclays
Capital and Dow Chemical Pacific.
Thanks to SIM’s network of business
contacts in Singapore, the
University’s partnership with SIM
and its alumni network will ensure
that this close relationship with
industry is maintained in Singapore.
Like their counterparts in the UK,
students will get the exposure
necessary to attain real world
expertise required by today’s
employers.
Accreditation
Birmingham Business School is
accredited by all three international
bodies – the Association to
Advance Collegiate Schools of
Business (AACSB International),
the Association of MBAs (AMBA)
and the European Quality
Improvement System (EQUIS).
Centre of Excellence
Birmingham Business School’s
Departments of Accounting and
Finance is recognised by the
Chartered Institute for Securities &
Investment (CISI) as a Centre of
Excellence in finance teaching.
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MASTER OF SCIENCE
(ECONOMICS)
Overview
A deep understanding of economics
is key to our continuing function
as a global economy to establish
successful trade, monetary and
welfare policies across nations.
The Master of Science (MSc)
(Economics) degree provides an
advanced training in core areas of
economics that are widely used in
economics-based professions. You
will receive specialist training in
areas of relevance and take options
in other areas of your interest to
meet the growing demands for
economics to address and solve
real-world problems. This degree
will give you a clear understanding
and application of economics
theory and techniques to modern
businesses in emerging and
developing countries.
Objectives
The MSc (Economics) degree will
allow you to:
•appreciate contemporary
economic thinking in modern
businesses
•develop an appreciation and
understanding of mainstream
theoretical and applied
techniques to help you prepare
for or enhance your career
•apply theoretical knowledge,
practical skills, tools and
techniques in a written dissertation
•develop specific transferable
skills in research and analysis,
abstract and simplify, numeracy
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and IT, strategic thinking,
evaluation and inferences, as well
as interpersonal skills
Duration and Intake
Programme Duration
1 Year Full-time
2 Years Part-time
Intake
October
Pre-sessional Courses
Students will attend compulsory
pre-sessional courses in Statistics
and Mathematics. The courses are
designed to enhance students’
knowledge and understanding in
preparation for their academic
studies in the programme. There
are no exams and no additional
charges incurred to the
programme fee.
Modules
• Microeconomics
• Macroeconomics
• Econometrics
• Game Theory
• Dissertation
Optional Modules (choose 3)
• Economics of Financial Markets
• International Trade Policy
• Monetary Policy
• Risk, Uncertainty and Information
Mode of Delivery
Classroom learning comprising:
•Lectures
•Software training
Lessons are typically 3 to 8 hours
per day on weekdays and weekends,
and they are delivered on a modular
basis by Birmingham academics.
Assessment
•Assignments/ Projects
•Written Exams
Assessment is subject to change
by the University.
Candidature Period
Full-time : 1 year
Part-time: 2 years
There will not be any refund or
recourse should student fail to
complete the programme within
the candidature period.
Minimum Class Size: 20
In the event that the class cannot
commence due to low take-up
rate, applicants will be informed
within one month before
programme commencement.
Career Prospects
Graduates can develop a career in
academia, actuary, advertising,
audit, commerce, financial services,
industry, investment banking,
journalism, consultancy, marketing,
media, politics, research, tax, the
public sector, or in any other
profession that requires the
valuable transferable skills and
insights obtained from this degree.
Those with existing careers may
opt to accelerate their career path
with existing employers, or create
potential for change.
Admission Criteria
•Bachelor’s degree in Economics
or a related discipline (Upper
2nd Class Honours degree or
equivalent); or
•Bachelor’s degree in nonEconomics fields of study
(Upper 2nd Class Honours
degree or equivalent) and have
a background in Statistics and/
or Calculus at least at GCE ‘A’
level or polytechnic diploma
level subject to the successful
completion of a 3-month
SIM Preparatory Course in
Economics; and
•a minimum C6 pass in English as
First Language at GCE 'O' level.
• All other qualifications will be assessed on individual merits.
Other Requirements
These are required to be
submitted with your application:
•Two satisfactory references of
which one must be academic
related; and
•a letter of academic interest
and objective in undertaking
postgraduate study.
All admissions are based on merit
and are subject to the final approval
of the Programme Director.
Applicants may be interviewed
prior to acceptance into the
programme. No exemptions will
be granted.
Applicants with a work permit or
employment pass can be
considered for admission into the
Part-time programme.
Please visit SIM GE website for full
details on programme admission
criteria including English proficiency.
Programme Fees
Total
S$26,964
Per 10 Credits Fee
S$2,247
Per 60 Credits Fee
S$13,482
Full-time: Payable in two instalments of
60 credits each
Part-time: Payable on a per taught
module basis
Fees are inclusive of prevailing GST
and do not include textbooks. Fees
are payable before semester/module
commencement. Please refer to SIM GE
website for the latest fees.
Note: Taught modules are denoted in
10, 20 or 30 credits respectively
Preparatory Course in Economics
(if applicable)
Applicants with a non-Economics
related Bachelor’s degree and
have a background in Statistics
and/or Calculus at least at GCE 'A'
level or polytechnic diploma level
are required to complete and pass
a 3-month Preparatory Course in
Economics for entry into the
Master of Science (Economics)
programme.
The preparatory course is
developed and awarded by
Singapore Institute of Management,
Singapore. It comprises three
modules in Econometrics,
Macroeconomics and
Microeconomics, assessed either
by written exams, coursework or a
combination of both.
University of Birmingham may
require students to complete a
minimum of one and up to a
maximum of three modules, per
intake.
Duration and Intake
Programme Duration
Intake
3 Months
Full-time & Part-time
June/July
Certification
A certificate of completion will be
awarded upon successfully
passing the Preparatory Course in
Economics.
Programme Fee
Programme
Fee
Preparatory Course in
Economics
S$749 per module
Fees are inclusive of prevailing GST
and are payable in full before course
commencement. Fees do not include
textbooks. Please refer to SIM GE
website for the latest fees.
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MASTER OF SCIENCE
(INTERNATIONAL
ECONOMICS)
Overview
Globalisation of the world’s
economy means that international
economics plays a fundamental
role in a wide variety of careers.
The Master of Science (MSc)
(International Economics) degree
provides specialised and
advanced training in international
economics. You will receive
specialist training in areas of
relevance and take options in
other areas of your interest to
meet the growing demands for
economics to address and solve
global issues. This degree will
expose you to various theoretical
constructs and empirical analyses,
equipping you with the analytical
and quantitative skills essential to
examine developments in the
global economy, particularly those
with implications for policy.
Objectives
The MSc (International Economics)
degree will allow you to:
•appreciate contemporary
economic thinking relevant
to global trade, policy and
businesses
•develop an appreciation and
understanding of mainstream
theoretical and applied
techniques to help you prepare
for or enhance your career
•apply theoretical knowledge,
practical skills, tools and
techniques in a written
dissertation
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•develop specific transferable
skills in research and analysis,
abstract and simplify, numeracy
and IT, strategic thinking,
evaluation and inferences, as well
as interpersonal skills
Duration and Intake
Programme Duration
1 Year Full-time
2 Years Part-time
Intake
October
Pre-sessional Courses
Students will attend compulsory
pre-sessional courses in Statistics
and Mathematics. The courses are
designed to enhance students’
knowledge and understanding in
preparation for their academic
studies in the programme.
There are no exams and no
additional charges incurred to the
programme fee.
Modules
• Microeconomics
• Macroeconomics
• Econometrics with Trade
Applications
• International Trade Theory
• International Trade Policy
• Dissertation
Optional Modules (choose 2)
• Economics of Financial Markets
• Monetary Policy
• Risk, Uncertainty and Information
Mode of Delivery
Classroom learning comprising:
•Lectures
•Software training
Lessons are typically 3 to 8 hours
per day on weekdays and weekends,
and they are delivered on a
modular basis by Birmingham
academics.
Assessment
•Assignments/ Projects
•Written Exams
Assessment is subject to change
by the University.
Candidature Period
Full-time : 1 year
Part-time: 2 years
There will not be any refund or
recourse should student fail to
complete the programme within
the candidature period.
Minimum Class Size: 20
In the event that the class cannot
commence due to low take-up
rate, applicants will be informed
within one month before
programme commencement.
Career Prospects
Graduates can develop a career in
academia, actuary, advertising,
audit, commerce, financial services,
industry, investment banking,
journalism, consultancy, marketing,
media, politics, research, tax, the
public sector, or in any other
profession that requires the valuable
transferable skills and insights
“Our MSc programmes in Economics are structured
to allow students to understand the foundations of
economics and develop the economic modelling
skills for an in-depth understanding of the global
economic environment.” (2016)
Dr Marco Barassi
Director of MSc (Economics) and MSc (International Economics),
Singapore
Birmingham Business School
obtained from this degree. Those
with existing careers may opt to
accelerate their career path with
existing employers, or create
potential for change.
Admission Criteria
•Bachelor’s degree in Economics
or a related discipline (Upper
2nd Class Honours degree or
equivalent); or
•Bachelor’s degree in nonEconomics fields of study
(Upper 2nd Class Honours
degree or equivalent) and have
a background in Statistics and/
or Calculus at least at GCE ‘A’
level or polytechnic diploma
level subject to the successful
completion of a 3-month
SIM Preparatory Course in
Economics; and
•a minimum C6 pass in English as
First Language at GCE 'O' level.
• All other qualifications will be
assessed on individual merits.
Other Requirements
These are required to be
submitted with your application:
•Two satisfactory references of
which one must be academic
related; and
•a letter of academic interest
and objective in undertaking
postgraduate study.
All admissions are based on merit
and are subject to the final
approval of the Programme
Director.
Applicants may be interviewed
prior to acceptance into the
programme. No exemptions will
be granted.
Applicants with a work permit or
employment pass can be
considered for admission into the
Part-time programme.
Please visit SIM GE website for full
details on programme admission
criteria including English proficiency.
Programme Fees
Total
S$26,964
Per 10 Credits Fee
S$2,247
Per 60 Credits Fee
S$13,482
Full-time: Payable in two instalments of
60 credits each
Part-time: Payable on a per taught
module basis
Fees are inclusive of prevailing GST
and do not include textbooks. Fees
are payable before semester/module
commencement. Please refer to SIM GE
website for the latest fees.
Note: Taught modules are denoted in
10, 20 or 30 credits respectively
Preparatory Course in Economics
(if applicable)
Applicants with a non-Economics
related Bachelor’s degree and
have a background in Statistics
and/or Calculus at least at GCE 'A'
level or polytechnic diploma level
are required to complete and pass
a 3-month Preparatory Course in
Economics for entry into the
Master of Science (International
Economics) programme.
The preparatory course is
developed and awarded by
Singapore Institute of Management,
Singapore. It comprises three
modules in Econometrics,
Macroeconomics and
Microeconomics, assessed either
by written exams, coursework or a
combination of both.
University of Birmingham may
require students to complete a
minimum of one and up to a
maximum of three modules, per
intake.
Duration and Intake
Programme Duration
Intake
3 Months
Full-time & Part-time
June/July
Certification
A certificate of completion will be
awarded upon successfully
passing the Preparatory Course in
Economics.
Programme Fee
Programme
Fee
Preparatory Course in
Economics
S$749 per module
Fees are inclusive of prevailing GST
and are payable in full before course
commencement. Fees do not include
textbooks. Please refer to SIM GE
website for the latest fees.
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Reasons to study Birmingham's postgraduate degrees at SIM
The degrees are of the same
standings and standards as
those awarded in the UK
Established international
reputation of University and
the Business School
International syllabus with a
focus on the issues of
globalisation
Long tradition and established
track record of teaching
business and management
Research led – cutting-edge
research feeds directly into
teaching
Dedicated staff who provide
continuous support for your
studies
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MASTER OF SCIENCE
INVESTMENTS
Overview
Trading and investing offers an
exciting career path, but also
demands a high level of theoretical
knowledge and technical skill.
The Master of Science (MSc)
Investments degree will equip you
with the skills and knowledge that
you need to function as an
investment specialist in domestic
and international markets.
University academic experts teach
theory and technique, whilst their
application is taught by professional
traders with years of experience in
the industry and first-hand
knowledge of current market
regulations, trading techniques,
customs and practices. You will
also have access to simulated
dealing room, where a range of
trading techniques can be practised.
CFA Recognition
The MSc Investments programme
has been acknowledged as
incorporating at least 70% of the
CFA Program Candidate Body of
Knowledge (CBOK) and placing
emphasis on the CFA Institute
Code of Ethics and Standards of
Practice within the programme.
This programme positions students
well to obtain the Chartered
Financial Analyst® designation,
which has become one of the most
respected and recognised
investment credentials globally.
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Objectives
The MSc Investments degree will
allow you to:
•appreciate and critically analyse
current global macro factors
affecting today’s financial
markets
•demonstrate comprehensive
knowledge and understanding
of the theoretical and empirical
literatures on investments and
risk management in domestic
and international contexts
•acquire a range of tools and
techniques to manage portfolios,
financial securities, risk and
the valuation of corporate
finance, equity research,
fund management, strategy
consulting, etc
•apply theoretical knowledge,
practical skills, tools and
techniques in a written
dissertation
•develop specific transferable
skills in financial modelling,
research design, financial
analysis, investment decision
making, trading and teamwork
Duration and Intake
Programme Duration
1 Year Full-time
2 Years Part-time
Intake
October
Modules
•Financial Modelling and
Forecasting Techniques
•Financial Statement Analysis for
Investors
•Foreign Exchange and
International Money Markets
•Fund Management
•Investment Mathematics,
Concepts and Markets
•Portfolio Theory and Investment
Analysis
•Private Equity and Venture
Finance
•Risk Management
•Security Analysis and Valuation
•Trading Techniques
•Dissertation
Students have to complete 10 taught
modules and a dissertation.
The choice of modules is subject
to change and will follow changes
according to the programme in the UK.
Mode of Delivery
Classroom learning comprising:
•Lectures
•Computer simulation
Lessons are typically 3 to 8 hours
per day on weekdays and
weekends, and they are delivered
on a modular basis by Birmingham
academics and industry specialists.
Assessment
•Assignments/ Projects
•Written Exams
Assessment is subject to change
by the University.
Candidature Period
Full-time :1 year
Part-time :2 years
There will not be any refund or
recourse should the student fail to
complete the programme within
the candidature period.
Minimum Class Size: 25
In the event that the class cannot
commence due to low take-up
rate, applicants will be informed
within one month before
programme commencement.
Career Prospects
This programme offers you a
springboard into employment with
an investment institution, or as an
investment specialist or manager.
Graduates from the UK programme
have gone on to work in a wide
range of industries such as
automotive, consumer goods,
professional services in audit,
advisory, consulting and tax, retail,
and a whole host of smaller
companies and public sector
organisations.
Admission Criteria
•Bachelor’s degree (Upper
2nd Class Honours degree or
equivalent); and
•applicants must have obtained
good grades (Upper 2nd Class
Honours grade or equivalent) in
mathematical related modules at
undergraduate level; and
•a minimum C6 pass in English as
First Language at GCE ‘O’ Level.
•All other qualifications will be
assessed on individual merits.
Other Requirements
These are required to be
submitted with your application:
•Two satisfactory references of
which one must be academic
related; and
•a letter of academic interest
and objective in undertaking
postgraduate study.
Programme Fees
Total
Per 10 Credits Fee
S$29,660.40
S$2,471.70
Full-time: Payable in instalments based
on the number of taught module credits
undertaken in a term
Part-time: Payable on a per taught
module basis
Fees are inclusive of prevailing GST
and do not include textbooks. Fees are
payable before term/ taught module
commencement. Please refer to SIM GE
website for the latest fees.
Note: Taught modules are denoted in 10
or 20 credits respectively
All admissions are based on merit
and are subject to the final approval
of the Programme Director.
Applicants may be interviewed
prior to acceptance into the
programme. No exemptions will
be granted.
Applicants with a work permit or
employment pass can be
considered for admission into the
Part-time programme.
Please visit SIM GE website for full
details on programme admission
criteria including English proficiency.
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MASTER OF SCIENCE
INTERNATIONAL
BUSINESS
Overview
Business today is global and no
company can be confident of
surviving unless it appreciates this
fact and understands its
implications.
For graduates wishing to develop
a career in international business,
a wide range of opportunities exist.
Multinational corporations are very
short of managers from countries
other than their domestic base,
who have the understanding to
operate comfortably in different
countries. Small and medium-sized
firms with strong niche positions
are also increasingly looking for
talented and well-trained staff to
help them undertake international
expansion. In major emerging
economies such as Brazil, China
and India, successful domestic
firms are poised to become
multinational through overseas
expansion. They too welcome
graduates with the appropriate
knowledge with regard to
conducting business internationally.
The Master of Science (MSc)
International Business degree draws
on the talents of internationally
respected scholars and highly
respected teachers. Their expertise
covers globalisation, the
international aspects of strategic
management, accounting and
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finance, corporate governance,
e-commerce, international human
resource management, innovation,
marketing, organisation of
multinational corporations,
operations and procurement,
cross cultural communication, etc.
Objectives
The MSc International Business
degree will allow you to:
•appreciate the global nature
of business from different
international perspectives
•develop an appreciation and
understanding of relevant and
current international issues in
order to develop your career
anywhere in the world
•demonstrate comprehensive
knowledge and understanding
in key areas of international
business
•apply theoretical knowledge,
practical skills, tools and
techniques in a written dissertation
•develop specific transferable
skills in research, data
processing, critical analysis,
problem solving, strategic
decision making, as well as
interpersonal skills
Duration and Intake
Programme Duration
Intake
1 Year Full-time
October
Modules
• Corporate Governance and Organisation
•Cross Cultural Management
•Global Shift
•International Business Simulation
•International Business Strategy
•International Finance and
Accounting
•International Human Resource
Management
•International Marketing
•International Operations and
Procurement
•Issues in Management
•Knowledge and Innovation
Systems
•Research Methods in
International Business
•Dissertation: MSc International Business
Mode of Delivery
Classroom learning comprising:
•Lectures
Lessons are typically 6 hours per
day, and they are delivered on a
modular basis by Birmingham
academics.
Assessment
•Assignments/ Projects
•Written Exams
Assessment is subject to change
by the University.
“The MSc International Business
(Singapore) is for those who
wish to develop a career in
international business. You will
learn from highly respected
academic staff from Birmingham
Business School who travel to
Singapore to deliver each of
the modules and, enhance your
analytical skill and confidence
to know what it takes to
internationalise business in
modern organisations.” (2016)
Students from 2016 April and
October intakes, Singapore
Candidature Period: 1 year
There will not be any refund or
recourse should the student fail to
complete the programme within
the candidature period.
Minimum Class Size: 25
In the event that the class cannot
commence due to low take-up
rate, applicants will be informed
within one month before
programme commencement.
Career Prospects
There will be an annual career
workshop to prepare students in
their job search.
Graduates may find themselves
taking a major step towards
developing an international or
strategic focus within their
careers. While some will
accelerate their careers with
existing employers, others can
create potential for change. Major
directions include jobs in business
analysis and development,
banking, management and
strategy consulting, corporate
finance and investment, human
resource management and
marketing, etc.
Nick Potter
Director of MSc International
Business, Singapore
Birmingham Business School
Admission Criteria
•Bachelor’s degree (Upper
2nd Class Honours degree or
equivalent); and
•a minimum C6 pass in English as
First Language at GCE ‘O’ level.
•All other qualifications will be
assessed on individual merits.
Other Requirements
These are required to be
submitted with your application:
•Two satisfactory references of
which one must be academic
related; and
•a letter of academic interest
and objective in undertaking
postgraduate study.
All admissions are based on merit
and are subject to the final approval
of the Programme Director.
Programme Fees
Total
S$26,964
Per Semester Fee
S$13,482
Fees are inclusive of prevailing GST and
are payable in two instalments. Fees do
not include textbooks. Please refer to
SIM GE website for the latest fees.
IE Singapore: SkillsFuture Study
Award
This programme is a supported
course under the SkillsFuture
Study Award for International
Business. Please refer to SIM GE
website for more information.
Applicable to Singapore citizens
only.
Applicants may be interviewed
prior to acceptance into the
programme. No exemptions will
be granted.
Please visit SIM GE website for full
details on programme admission
criteria including English
proficiency.
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“The MSc International Business allowed
me to discover my expertise and work
with people from different backgrounds,
setting me up well for the actual business
environment. The staff and teachers are
very passionate in helping students to
achieve their goals. SIM has great modern
facilities which promote great learning
environment.” (2016)
Shruti Sudarshan
Analyst, Morgan Stanley (India)
Indian Graduate, MSc International Business
“The programme provides a rigorous
curriculum on modern business practices.
Coupled with projects and a written
dissertation on a related topic of my choice,
the course equips me with the knowledge
and skillset that enables me to confront
global challenges.” (2017)
Nick (Zin Win Htet)
Myanmar Student, MSc International Business
“I chose the programme because University
of Birmingham is one of the leading, triplecrown accredited universities in the UK.
Through the interaction and exchange of
ideas with lecturers and peers, the study
experience in SIM was enriching and it has
allowed me to adopt an innovative mindset
towards international business practices.”
(2017)
Luke Soekwanto
Indonesian Student, MSc International Business
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MANAGEMENT
PROGRAMMES
Overview
Master of Science Management
Every organisation demands
high-level management in order to
run smoothly and efficiently. From
strategy and policy to development
and innovation, strong managers
lead successful businesses, driving
them forward and raising their
profile, profits and reputation. This
programme allows a mixed pathway
where students can study elective
modules from any of the areas in
Entrepreneurship and Innovation,
Organisational Leadership and
Change and Strategy.
Master of Science Management:
Organisational Leadership and
Change
Organisations have competitors
attempting to appropriate their
market share, regulations governing
what they can do and cannot do,
operations and projects that often
involve risky activities and
unexpected events and changes.
On this pathway, you will master
skills such as sustainable
leadership, crisis management,
develop resilience and reliability in
the face of emerging organisational
issues and environmental threats.
Master of Science Management:
Entrepreneurship and Innovation
Entrepreneurship is at the heart of
successful business, driving forward
innovation and constantly pursuing
new achievements and ambitions.
In this role, you will be responsible
for some of the most exciting,
dynamic and inspiring
developments across a range of
industries.
Master of Science Management:
Strategy
Strategic management and
leadership are what drive successful
companies forward, shaping their
decision making and helping them
achieve their ambitions. Without a
strong strategic plan, organisations
cannot function at a competitive
level, so you will be a key player in
your company’s success.
Objectives
The Management programmes will
allow you to:
•gain an overview of the current
debates, issues, controversies
and emerging phenomena in
the practice of business and
management
•understand advanced
management concepts
through a combination of core
foundation subjects and elective
modules
•apply theoretical knowledge,
practical skills, tools and
techniques in a written
dissertation
•develop specific transferable
skills in research and analysis,
critical thinking, problem
solving, teamwork, management
and leadership, as well as
interpersonal skill
•have choice and flexibility in
tailoring the programme to
match your interest and needs
Duration and Intake
Programme Duration
Intake
1 Year Full-time
October
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Modules
Master of Science
Module
Management
Management:
Entrepreneurship
and Innovation
Management:
Organisational
Leadership and
Change
Management:
Strategy
Contemporary Issues in
Management
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Environment of Business
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Operations Management
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Organisational Behaviour
√
√
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√
Research Methods
√
√
√
√
Strategic Management
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Advanced Strategy
√
International Business
Strategy
√
Strategic Leadership
√
Leading and Managing
Change and Crisis
√
Organisational Reliability
and Resilience
√
Entrepreneurship:
Advanced Topics
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Entrepreneurship:
Business Start-Up
√
Innovation Management
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Value Chains, Outsourcing
and Procurement
Dissertation
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√ Compulsory module
The programmes will require students to complete 12 taught modules and a dissertation.
Students on the MSc Management programme will cover 6 compulsory taught modules, 6 taught elective modules and a
dissertation. On the other three programmes, students will need to cover 9 compulsory taught modules, 3 taught elective
modules and a dissertation.
The choice of modules is subject to change and will follow changes according to the programmes in the UK.
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Mode of Delivery
Classroom learning comprising:
•Lectures
Lessons are typically 6 hours per
day, and they are delivered on a
block teaching basis by
Birmingham academics.
Assessment
•Assignments/ Projects
•Written Exams
Assessment is subject to change
by the University.
Candidature Period: 1 year
There will not be any refund or
recourse should the student fail to
complete the programme within
the candidature period.
Minimum Class Size: 25
In the event that the class cannot
commence due to low take-up
rate, applicants will be informed
within one month before
programme commencement.
Career Prospects
There will be an annual career
workshop to prepare students in
their job search.
Admission Criteria
•Bachelor’s degree in business,
management or economics
(Upper 2nd Class Honours
degree or equivalent); and
•a minimum C6 pass in English as
First Language at GCE ‘O’ Level.
•All other qualifications will be
assessed on individual merits.
Programme Fees
Total
S$26,964
Per Semester Fee
S$13,482
Fees are inclusive of prevailing GST and
are payable in two instalments. Fees do
not include textbooks. Please refer to
SIM GE website for the latest fees.
Other Requirements
These are required to be
submitted with your application:
•Two satisfactory references of
which one must be academic
related; and
•a letter of academic interest
and objective in undertaking
postgraduate study.
All admissions are based on merit
and are subject to the final approval
of the Programme Director.
Applicants may be interviewed
prior to acceptance into the
programme. No exemptions will
be granted.
Please visit SIM GE website for full
details on programme admission
criteria including English
proficiency.
The programmes support a variety
of careers, including consulting,
public policy and research,
management positions in small
and medium enterprises, large
multinational corporations, or the
public sector. Students undertaking
the Entrepreneurship and
Innovation pathway have the
opportunity to come up with their
own business plan and start their
own business.
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Your education with
Birmingham will prepare
you for a career that
has no geographical
boundaries
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APPLICATION AND ADMISSION
How to Apply
Visit www.simge.edu.sg/ge/how-to-apply
for the application process, list of
required supporting documents,
documents verification process and
more information.
For an international applicant
applying to a full-time programme,
you must submit an online Student’s
Pass (STP) application form.
Your Student’s Pass application
is subjected to approval of
the Singapore Immigration &
Checkpoints Authority (ICA).
Application Fees
An application fee is payable
for each application form that is
submitted. This fee (inclusive of the
prevailing GST) is non-refundable
and non-transferable. The fee will be
fully refunded only if the intake does
not commence. Unpaid applications
will not be processed.
Payment Mode: MasterCard/Visa
credit cards or eNETS
Application
Fees
Local
applicants
International
applicants
S$96.30
S$321.00*
*This does not include all fees related to
Student's Pass application.
Private Education Act
Under the Private Education Act,
legislated in December 2009, a
Council for Private Education (CPE)
was set up to regulate the private
education industry in Singapore.
From 03 October 2016, the Council
for Private Education became
part of a new statutory board SkillsFuture Singapore (SSG). Under
the new structure, the SSG Board
appointed the Committee for Private
Education (CPE) to carry out its
functions and powers relating to
private education under the Private
Education Act.
All Private Education Institutions
(PEIs) are required to comply with
the regulations under the Act in
order to continue operations.
Following are the requirements
which Singapore Institute of
Management Pte Ltd (SIM PL) has
put in place:
PEI-Student Contract
CPE, in aiming to enhance the
confidence of students and their
parents in the quality of education
in Singapore, has stipulated that
all PEIs must sign a PEI-Student
Contract with students. The contract
sets out the terms and conditions
governing the relationship
between the student and PEI.
SIM PL will honour all terms and
conditions in the contract and in all
communication materials.
Students may request for a copy of
the PEI-Student Contract from SIM
PL or view it on the CPE website
(www.cpe.gov.sg).
Cooling-Off Period
There will be a cooling-off period of
7 working days after signing the PEIStudent Contract. Students have the
right to cancel the contract within
the 7 working days and be refunded
the highest percentage of the fees
already paid if the students submit
written notice of withdrawal to SIM
PL within the cooling off period
(refer to Clause 2.3 of PEI-Student
Contract). After the cooling-off
period, SIM PL’s refund policy will
apply.
Fee Protection Scheme
SIM PL adopts a compulsory Fee
Protection Scheme (FPS) to protect
the paid fees of both local and
international students. The FPS
serves to protect the student’s
fees in the event that the PEI is
unable to continue operations due
to insolvency, and/or regulatory
closure. In addition, the FPS protects
the student if the PEI fails to pay
penalties or return fees to the
student arising from judgments
made against it by the Singapore
courts.
SIM PL has appointed Etiqa Insurance
Pte. Ltd. and Lonpac Insurance Bhd
as our FPS insurance providers. Under
the FPS insurance scheme, students’
fees will be insured by the insurer preassigned by SIM PL. In case of events
as stated above, students will be
able to claim their paid fees from the
respective FPS insurance provider.
More details of the FPS can also be
found in the FPS Instruction Manual,
available at www.cpe.gov.sg.
Medical Insurance
SIM PL has in place a group medical
insurance scheme for all its students.
This medical insurance scheme
will have a minimum coverage as
follows: an annual coverage limit
of S$20,000 per student, covers
up to B2 ward in government and
restructured hospitals and provides
for 24 hours coverage in Singapore
and overseas (if student is involved
in SIM PL-related activities)
throughout the course duration.
For more information on medical
insurance, visit:
www.simge.edu.sg/ge/medicalinsurance.
Refund and Transfer/Withdrawal
Policies
For refund and transfer/withdrawal
policies, please refer to
www.simge.edu.sg/ge/refund.
Confidentiality
SIM PL is committed to maintaining
the confidentiality of the student's
personal information and undertakes
not to divulge any of the student's
personal information to any third
party without the prior written
consent of the student SUBJECT TO
the obligation of SIM PL to disclose
to any Singapore government
authority any information relating
to the student in compliance with
the law and/or to the organisation
conferring/awarding the qualification.
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