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Economics International Economics Investments International Business Management Management: Entrepreneurship and Innovation Management: Organisational Leadership and Change Management: Strategy

www.simge.edu.sgThe programmes are developed, fully taught and awarded by Birmingham Business School, University of Birmingham, UK

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WELCOME MESSAGES

Gain a Global Edge at SIM GE for the global workplace in the future economy

Welcome to SIM Global Education (SIM GE) – A global campus with over 10 top ranking international universities from the UK, the US, Europe 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.

SIM GE is the global education arm of the Singapore Institute of Management (SIM Group) which was an initiative started in 1964 by 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 amember of our community, anddiscover how, like them, you canfulfil your aspirations by embarking on an exciting educational journeywith us.

Dr Lee Kwok CheongChief Executive OfficerSIM Global Education

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We are very proud of the success we have had through our partnership with SIM GE

The University of 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 200 members of academic staff and over 5,000 students; with students from over 170 countries studying our programmes in the UK and Singapore, we are a truly global School. 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 with SIM GE combines our professors’ cutting-edge knowledge and the University’s brand and teaching quality with SIM GE's unique support services and knowledge of regional market needs.

Our programmes provide you with a rigorous academic training, practical relevance and career-readiness. We also seek to develop you as responsible business practitioners. Our students are in strong demand from employers and our graduate employability rates are high. 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 Catherine CassellDeanBirmingham Business School University of Birmingham

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SIM Global EducationA leading private education institution SIM Global Education is the globaleducation arm of the SingaporeInstitute of Management (SIMGroup). Founded in 1964 on theinitiative of the EconomicDevelopment Board to supportSingapore’s industrialisation, theSIM Group is today a diverse andvibrant organisation with a widerange of programmes, activitiesand services.

SIM Global Education (SIM GE)offers quality overseas academicprogrammes awarded by topranking and reputable universitiesfrom the United Kingdom, the United States, Europe and Australia.SIM GE’s approach towards aholistic education is to developstudents 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.142,000

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Over 10 international universities, 1 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.

THROUGH-TRAIN PATHWAY Over 80 full-time and part-time academic programmes through over 10 partner universities at diploma, undergraduate and postgraduate levels.

GLOBAL PERSPECTIVES & INSIGHTS Exposure to diverse cultures and a global network of faculty and peers bring broader perspectives to learning.

STUDENT-CENTRIC CAMPUS Wi-Fi enabled campus with comprehensive facilities for students’ academic and recreation needs.

VIBRANT STUDENT LIFE Participate in over 70 student clubs with year-round activities in arts, culture and sports.

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.

BOND-FREE SCHOLARSHIP & BURSARY Scholarships are available to students who excel in academics, sports or arts.

NETWORK FOR SUCCESSA multitude of learning resources and networking events for students and graduates o ffered through SIM GE platforms and SIM Membership.

ALUMNI ENGAGEMENTStay 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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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 37,000 individual and corporate members, you can leverage our networks for greater success.

Your relationship with us continues even after you graduate. The SIMGE Alumni Family will help youdevelop and expand your networkas 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.

Networking Session SIM GE Industry Forum

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Interact and build rapport with industry experts through our networking platforms

Homecoming CEO Dialogue

Overseas Alumni Chapter

"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 KwanSIM GE Alumnus

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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 with 11 Nobel Prize winners among its staff and alumni.

As the Guardian newspaper puts it: “The University of Birmingham is Britain’s quintessential ‘red-brick’ 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 buildings and extensive academic and social facilities on a large parkland site – one of the UK’s finest urban campuses.

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Why choose the University of Birmingham?

A gold-rated university for outstanding teaching and learning in the UK (Teaching Excellence Framework 2017-2020)

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 research-intensive 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)

University of the Year for Graduate Employment in The Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2016

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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 the skills for 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 MembersMany 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 & EmployabilityBirmingham 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.

Through a network of Business contacts in Singapore and worldwide, the University’s alliance with SIM GE, engaged alumni, and

industry leaders, we offer students a unique mix of real world experience and opportunities which open doors to the graduate job market.

Accreditation Birmingham Business School holds the prestigious triple-crown accreditation from leading bodies – the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB International), the Association of MBAs (AMBA) and the European Quality Improvement System (EQUIS).

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MASTER OF SCIENCE(ECONOMICS)

OverviewA 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.

ObjectivesThe 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

and IT, strategic thinking, evaluation and inferences, as well as interpersonal skills

Duration and Intake

Programme Duration Intake

1 Year Full-timeOctober

2 Years Part-time

Pre-sessional CoursesStudents 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

The modules listed here and on the University’s website may occasionally be subject to change. For example, as you will appreciate, key members of staff may leave the University and this might necessitate a review of the modules that are offered. Where a

module is no longer available, we will let you know as soon as we can and help you make other choices.

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 yearPart-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: 20In 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,

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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 non-Economics 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.

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


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


3 Months Full-time & Part-time

August

CertificationA 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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the MSc programmesin Economics

“The MSc (Economics) is a very well structured course. The lecturers make it a point to provide examples of real world applicability and the administration support from SIM GE ensures smooth delivery of the course. The interaction between the students, lecturers and administrators provides for a holistic learning experience and prepares us for career defining roles.” (2018)

Varun JainStudent from India, MSc (Economics)

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OverviewGlobalisation 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.

ObjectivesThe 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


• 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



2 Years Part-time

Pre-sessional CoursesStudents 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

The modules listed here and on the University’s website may occasionally be subject to change. For example,

as you will appreciate, key members of staff may leave the University and this might necessitate a review of the modules that are offered. Where a module is no longer available, we will let you know as soon as we can and help you make other choices.

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


Candidature Period Full-time : 1 yearPart-time : 2 years

There will not be any refund or recourse should student fail to complete the programme within the candidature period.


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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 non-Economics 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.






Programme Fees

Total S$26,964



Full-time: Payable in two instalments of 60 credits each


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


3 Months Full-time & Part-time

August

CertificationA 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.

“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.” (2018)

Dr Marco Barassi Director of MSc (Economics) and MSc (International Economics), SingaporeBirmingham Business School

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Reasons to study Birmingham's postgraduate degrees at SIMThe 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 withfocus on the issues of globalisation

Dedicated academics and staff who provide continuous support for your studies

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OverviewTrading 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 Institute University Affiliation ProgramThe MSc Investments programme has been acknowledged as incorporating at least 70 percent 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 recognized investment credential in the world.

Entry into the CFA Institute University Affiliation Program signals to potential students, employers, and the marketplace that the MSc Investments curriculum is closely tied to professional practice and is well-suited to preparing students to sit for the CFA examinations.

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


• develop specific transferable skills in financial modelling, research design, financial analysis, investment decision making, trading and teamwork

Duration and Intake



2 Years Part-time

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 modules listed here and on the University’s website may occasionally be subject to change. For example, as you will appreciate, key members of staff may leave the University and this might necessitate a review of the modules that are offered. Where a module is no longer available, we will let you know as soon as we can and help you make other choices.

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Mode of DeliveryClassroom 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


Candidature PeriodFull-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.


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.






Programme Fees

Total S$29,660.40

Per 10 Credits Fee S$2,471.70

Full-time: Payable in instalments based on the number of taught module credits undertaken in a term


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

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“The MSc Investments is designed to teach not only financial theories but also practical investment techniques. You will find the course intellectually stimulating and rewarding, learning the essential skills and knowledge to thrive in both the domestic and international financial markets, covering stock markets, bond markets and financial derivatives markets.” (2018)

Dr Thomas KuoDirector of MSc Investments, SingaporeBirmingham Business School

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OverviewBusiness 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

MASTER OF SCIENCEINTERNATIONAL BUSINESS

finance, corporate governance, e-commerce, international human resource management, innovation, marketing, organisation of multinational corporations, operations and procurement, cross cultural communication, etc.

ObjectivesThe 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


• develop specific transferable skills in research, data processing, critical analysis, problem solving, strategic decision making, as well as interpersonal skills

Duration and 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 DeliveryClassroom learning comprising:• Lectures

Lessons are typically 6 hours per day, and they are delivered on a modular basis by Birmingham academics.

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Assessment• Assignments/ Projects• Written Exams


Candidature Period: 1 yearThere will not be any refund or recourse should the student fail to complete the programme within the candidature period.


Career ProspectsThere 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.

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.





Programme Fees

Total S$27,772.92

Per 10 Credits Fee S$2,314.41

Fees are inclusive of prevailing GST and are payable in instalments based on the number of taught module credits undertaken in a term. Fees are payable before term commencement and do not include textbooks. Please refer to SIM GE website for the latest fees.

Note: Taught modules are denoted in 10 credits each

Students from 2016 April and October intakes, Singapore

“The MSc International Business 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.” (2018)Mr Nick PotterDirector of MSc International Business, SingaporeBirmingham Business School

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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.” (2018)

Shruti SudarshanAnalyst, Morgan Stanley (India)

Graduate from India, 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.” (2018)

Nick (Zin Win Htet)Director & Board Member, Myanmar Oriental Bank

Graduating Student from Myanmar, MSc International Business

“I chose the programme because University of Birmingham is one of the leading, triple-crown 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.” (2018)

Luke Soekwanto Graduate from Indonesia, MSc International Business

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OverviewMaster 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: Entrepreneurship and InnovationEntrepreneurship 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: Organisational Leadership and ChangeOrganisations 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 and developing resilience and reliability in the face of emerging organisational issues and environmental threats.

Master of Science Management: StrategyStrategic 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


• 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


1 Year Full-time October

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First intake students from MSc Management programmes.

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Modules

Master of Science

Module ManagementManagement:

Entrepreneurship and Innovation

Management: Organisational Leadership and

Change

Management: Strategy

Contemporary Issues in Management √ √ √ √

Environment of Business √ √ √ √

Operations Management √ √ √ √

Organisational Behaviour √ √ √ √

Research Methods √ √ √ √

Strategic Management √ √ √ √

Advanced Strategy √

International Business Strategy √

Strategic Leadership √ √

Leading and Managing Change and Crisis √

Organisational Reliability and Resilience √

Entrepreneurship: Advanced Topics √

Entrepreneurship: Business Start-Up √

Innovation Management √

Value Chains, Outsourcing and Procurement

Dissertation √ √ √ √

√ 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.


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Mode of DeliveryClassroom 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


Candidature Period: 1 year There will not be any refund or recourse should the student fail to complete the programme within the candidature period.


Career Prospects There will be an annual career workshop to prepare students in their job search.

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.

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.





Programme Fees

Total S$26,964


Fees are inclusive of prevailing GST and are payable in instalments based on the number of taught module credits undertaken in a term. Fees are payable before term commencement and do not include textbooks. Please refer to SIM GE website for the latest fees.

Note: Taught modules are denoted in 10 credits each

“The MSc Management pathways are for those who already have background knowledge of international business and who wish to develop their managerial experience and competence. The pathways offer the flexibility to either focus on particular subject areas or to take a broader, more varied, selection of modules. You will learn, enhance your skills and confidence, enabling you to thrive in modern organisations.” (2018)

Mr Nick PotterDirector of MSc Management Programmes, SingaporeBirmingham Business School

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Your education with Birmingham will prepare you for a career that has no geographical boundaries

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How to Apply Visit www.simge.edu.sg/ge/how-to-applyfor 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 FeesAn 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

ApplicationFees

Localapplicants

Internationalapplicants

S$96.30 S$321.00*

*This does not include all fees related to Student's Pass application.

Private Education ActUnder the Private Education Act, legislated in December 2009, a Council for Private Education 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 ContractCPE, 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 PEI-Student 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 mandatory 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 FPS insurance provider pre-assigned 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 InsuranceSIM 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, Course Transfer, Leave of Absence and Withdrawal Policies For refund, course transfer, leave of absence and withdrawal policies, please refer towww.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.

APPLICATION AND ADMISSION

This brochure contains key information, accurate as at time of print on 30 January 2018. For the most updated and complete corporate and programme information, refer to our website at www.simge.edu.sg. SIM and University of Birmingham reserve the right to change the information, including fees, herein at any time.

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Singapore 599491

Tel: +65 6248 9746

Fax: +65 6462 9411

Email: [email protected]

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As at 4 June 2018 Singapore Institute of Management Pte Ltd Page 1

Addendum to Master of Science brochure, printed on 30 January 2018.

This addendum is to be read together with the above mentioned hardcopy brochure. The information indicated herein, valid as at 4 June 2018, shall supersede the current contents indicated in the mentioned hardcopy brochure. On Page 18 – Modules for Master of Science International Business There is a change to one of the offered modules for the programme: Module No Longer Offered New Module Offered International Business Simulation International Business Negotiations

For the most updated and complete information, refer to our website at www.simge.edu.sg or contact us directly at +65 6248 9746 or [email protected] should you require assistance.

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