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MBA in Singapore
What an MBA in Singapore involves for Indian professionals — schools, costs, entry requirements and work rights.
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Is an MBA in Singapore a good option for Indian students?
It suits professionals with 2–5 years' experience who want globally ranked universities close to India. Tuition is ≈ S$30,000 – 70,000 for a one-year master's for most master's programs, and MBA fees are usually at the higher end. After graduating: no post-study visa route; graduates apply for an Employment Pass or S Pass with a job offer.
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MBA in Singapore at a glance
- Typical length
- 1–2 years
- Tuition
- ≈ S$30,000 – 70,000 for a one-year master's
- Living costs
- ≈ S$1,500 – 2,500 per month
- Tests
- GMAT or GRE (some schools waive with experience)
- English
- IELTS or TOEFL (often waived for English-medium degrees at some universities)
- Work during study
- Up to 16 hours a week during term at approved institutions
- After graduation
- No post-study visa route; graduates apply for an Employment Pass or S Pass with a job offer
Why
Why an MBA in Singapore
Safe
Safe, English-speaking city
Asia hub for finance and tech
Asia hub for finance and tech
Universities
Business schools and universities in Singapore
Graduate business programs on our list; MBA fees can be higher than shown.
- Bachelor's degree in any field
- 2–5 years of full-time work experience (most schools)
- GMAT or GRE score (waivers exist)
- English: IELTS or TOEFL (often waived for English-medium degrees at some universities)
- Essays, résumé and recommendations
- Interview
- No automatic post-study work visa
- High rents
- Competitive admissions at NUS and NTU
FAQs
Frequently asked questions
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Most MBAs want 2+ years of experience. Without it, a Master's in Management (MiM) is usually the better fit.
Usually GMAT or GRE is asked; some schools waive it for strong experience or academic records.
Tuition is typically at the upper end of ≈ S$30,000 – 70,000 for a one-year master's, plus living costs of ≈ S$1,500 – 2,500 per month.
No post-study visa route; graduates apply for an Employment Pass or S Pass with a job offer.
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