Are you looking for the latest education on thought leadership practices and equipment to face the challenges in the future? You know that globalization is increasing rapidly and so is the complexity of today’s competitive business environment. Therefore, the need to enhance management education among the leading executives is in high demand. And UCLA NUS Singapore Executive MBA program delivers the same for you.
To transform your career with a truly global perspective on leadership and management, the two world-renowned universities (UCLA Anderson School of Management and NUS Business School) have come together as partners to offer you the best EMBA program. This part-time intense program aspires to train its participants for C-level management in organizations across the board. The participants will be awarded an MBA degree from two of the world’s most respected business organizations, UCLA Anderson School of Management and NUS Business School.
This partnership between UCLA Anderson School of Management and NUS Business School for the global EMBA program was brought up to capitalize on the enormous resources of two conciliatory bootstrapper business schools. This, in turn, addresses the future needs of organizational management and undertakes a demanding and intellectually refreshing journey.
As the outcome of this partnership, the UCLA NUS Singapore Executive MBA program is invariably leading and is ranked as one of the top global EMBA programs worldwide. The course is held in the highest honour, therefore, it increases the admiration of the institutions which come up to offer it.
Rankings:
Ranked #2 by The Economist in the year 2018
Ranked #6 by QS Global Rankings in the year 2018
Overview:
The UCLA NUS Singapore Executive MBA program consists of a visionary structure with 6 divisions for two weeks each spanning 15 months which enables the participants to adjust to the necessary schedule of busy executives irrespective of their location (they might be located in any geographic area) due to which sometimes they cannot attend the local-based programs.
The core module is six cities in 4 countries across the board. The distribution of modulus is as follows:
Singapore- 2
Los Angeles- 2
Shanghai- 1
Shenzhen- 1
Bangalore- 1
New Mumbai- 1
The Desire of adding richness to the classroom component day 6 cities from four different countries have been specially selected to facilitate the primary experience of these self-starter economies.
Class profile:
A typical class of the UCLA NUS Singapore Executive MBA program has approximately 45 students. Each participant shares a distinct personality with special traits, aptitudes, and global outlooks. The board of admission carefully evaluates every participant before selecting, based on their overall skills and the significant value they can contribute to the classroom as well as their academic voyage.
The UCLA NUS Singapore Executive MBA program is seeking executives who have an international perspective and you are currently working in a diverse plus Global atmosphere. This is so because not only is the program diverse in culture and nationality but also it has a vast industrial extent and functional background.
The average age of participants: 45
The average work experience required: 15 years
Nationalities: 5+
Program curriculum:
Spread over 2-week 6 residential segments, the UCLA NUS Singapore Executive MBA program curriculum consists of 18 modules spanning 15 months. The modules are listed below:
- CORPORATE GOVERNANCE
- DATA ANALYSIS & MANAGEMENT DECISIONS
- ECONOMIC ANALYSIS FOR MANAGERS
- ENTREPRENEURSHIP AND VENTURE INITIATION
- FINANCIAL ACCOUNTING
- LEADERSHIP AND MANAGERIAL SKILLS
- LOGISTICS AND OPERATIONS MANAGEMENT
- MACROECONOMICS AND INTERNATIONAL FINANCE
- MANAGEMENT PRACTICUM
- MANAGEMENT OF TECHNOLOGY & INNOVATION
- MARKETING STRATEGY
- NEGOTIATIONS BEHAVIOR
- STRATEGIC LEADERSHIP & STRATEGY IMPLEMENTATION
Eligibility Criteria:
Every applicant willing to enroll for UCLA NUS Singapore Executive MBA program must satisfy the eligibility criteria of both UCLA Anderson School of Management and NUS Business School, which are as follows:
- Work Experience: The applicant must possess a minimum of 10 years of professional work experience and a bachelor’s degree in business background. Plus the applicant must currently be working with high-level managerial responsibilities.
- Bachelor’s degree: The applicant must hold a bachelor’s degree or an equivalent of at least 4 years (full time) from a recognized + regionally accredited Institution/Organization. Also, the participant must score an average of grade B or above in the undergraduate program + any post-baccalaureate degree. A three-year bachelor’s degree is only acceptable if acquired from Singapore or the UK.
- English proficiency: The applicant is compelled to submit the credit reports of the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) or the International English Language Testing System (IELTS) only if the primary language – of the University he/she graduated from – was not English or if the native language of their region is not English. However, if the applicant has completed a full-time 2-year course in the English Language or if their native language/language of their community was English then they’re exempt from this compulsion.
- GMAT OR EA: It is not mandatory to submit the Graduate Management Admission Test (GMAT) or Executive Assessment (EA) test reports. Nevertheless, it is recommended to attach the reports of the same in case the applicant’s academic reports are not satisfactory or not up to the mark (that is, the reports don’t prove your quantitative or intellectual capabilities + logical reasoning potentials).
Application process:
The rolling admissions process of the UCLA NUS Singapore Executive MBA program enables the applicants to receive decisions within 4 weeks of complete submission. It is recommended you understand the preparation beforehand as it guarantees a steady application process. To understand the steps, go through the points listed below:
Step 1:
Complete the UCLA NUS Singapore Executive MBA program’s online application.
The application should be complete in all aspects. Updated documents with detailed information are expected.
Step 2:
Submit two Letters of Recommendation.
Two letters of recommendation are to be submitted compulsorily through the online portal of UCLA only.
Step 3:
Official transcripts of Universities/Colleges or other academic records to be attached.
Official + authorized transcripts from every academic organization, attended throughout graduation, to be submitted.
Step 4:
Test score reports of Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) or International English Language Testing System (IELTS).
The reports of English proficiency tests to be submitted if applicable according to the University norms of UCLA Anderson School of Management or NUS Business School.
Step 5:
Application fees payment.
The application fee for the UCLA NUS Singapore Executive MBA program is USD 200. It needs to be submitted at the time of applying and it is non-refundable.
Please note- The application fees should be submitted through UCLA online portal only.
The UCLA NUS Singapore Executive MBA program office may contact you to invite you to an interview after the complete submission of your application in case your application is successfully approved by the admissions board. The interview serves as an opportunity for the applicants by allowing them to elaborate their personalities and demonstrate their skills + prove why they are a perfect fit for the program. It is recommended that you start collecting the documents in advance as the universities prefer to review applications in the order of their submission and the final decisions are made accordingly. Therefore, it is always better to be prepared before time.
Fees/Financing:
The total tuition fees for the UCLA NUS Singapore Executive MBA program is USD125,000 and this is equally paid to UCLA Anderson School of Management and NUS Business School.
The fees include the following expenditures:
- Recommended textbooks + teaching material.
- Almost every meal for residential segments.
Cost of travel and accommodation, as well as miscellaneous expenses, are not included in this fee structure.
NOTE: Scholarships or loans are not granted by the UCLA NUS Singapore Executive MBA program. However, you’re free to explore for sponsorship from your company.
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