新加坡管理學(xué)院

Developed, fully taught and awarded by Birmingham Business School, University of Birmingham, UK

Objectives

• 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 and practical skills in a written dissertation
• Develop specific transferable skills in research and analysis, critical thinking, problem solving, teamwork, management and leadership, as well as interpersonal skills
• Have choice and flexibility in tailoring the programme to match your interest and needs

The one-year programme is offered through Birmingham Business School, and it is suitable for those who have a Bachelor’s degree in business, management or economics, and who wish to build on their existing skills and knowledge to develop them to Master’s level.

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.

Reasons to study Birmingham’s postgraduate degrees at SIM

• Degrees are of the same standings and standards as those awarded in the UK
• Long tradition and established track record of teaching business and management
• Established international reputation of the University and the Business School
• Research led – cutting-edge research feeds directly into teaching
• International syllabus with a focus on the issues of globalisation
• Dedicated staff who provide continuous support for your studies
• Join the alumni community of more than 300,000 graduates. From television and sport to research and government, the University has outstanding alumni across all sectors.

Career Prospects

During course of study, an annual career workshop will be conducted to prepare students in their job search.

This programme supports a variety of careers, including consulting, public policy and research, management positions in the public sector, the private sector, small and medium enterprises, and large multinational corporations. Students undertaking the Entrepreneurship and Innovation pathway have the opportunity to come up with their own business plan and start their own business.

Opportunity for Further Study

Graduates may further their studies in PhD and doctoral programmes from universities around the world upon completion of this programme.

Mode of Delivery

Taught Modules

Taught modules are delivered on a block teaching basis by Birmingham academics who teach the same module on the University’s home campus to ensure equivalent academic inputs to the Singapore programme.

A 10-credit module is equivalent to one week of lectures. One to two modules are expected to be delivered monthly. The modules are conducted intensively on weekdays, typically 6 hours per day on SIM’s campus. Saturday classes may occasionally be scheduled if required.