SIM Diploma and MFS
SIM Diploma and MFS
CERTIFICATE
Management Foundation Studies
www.simge.edu.sg
The programmes are developed and awarded by Singapore Institute of Management,
Singapore
CONTENTS
01 02 04
Welcome Message SIM Group Student Life
05 06 08
Student Learning Origins of Diploma
Centre SIM Diploma Programmes
16 18 19
Programme Management Certificate
Structure Foundation Studies in English
Language
21
Application and
Admission
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WELCOME
MESSAGE
Welcome to SIM Global Education respective fields and communities.
(SIM GE) – A global campus with We also aim to inspire passion
over 10 top ranking international in them to excel and to strive for
universities from the UK, the US, bigger goals.
Europe and Australia. As a premier
institution of higher learning, we are In today’s fast-changing world, the
a gateway to the world with a wide ability to adapt and evolve will give
range of academic programmes you an edge. With our multicultural
to choose your ideal learning learning environment and diverse
pathways from. campus life, you will gain the skills,
knowledge and insights you need,
SIM GE is the global education to be career ready. These will
arm of the Singapore Institute of enable you to gain a Global Edge
Management (SIM Group) which as you make your mark in the
is an initiative of the Economic global workplace of the future.
Development Board to support
Singapore’s industrialisation. As I invite you to come and be a
Gain a Global one of the largest and leading
private educational institutions in
member of our community, and
discover how, like them, you can
Edge at SIM GE Singapore, we take pride in our
reputation for quality academic
fulfil your aspirations by embarking
on an exciting educational journey
for the global standards and a vibrant student
experience.
with us.
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United States, Europe and
Australia.. SIM GE’s approach
towards a holistic education is to
develop students with a global
edge for the global workplace
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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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Support services include ALUMNI ENGAGEMENT
GLOBAL PERSPECTIVES & academic support at Student Stay connected even after
INSIGHTS Learning Centre, a dedicated graduation – benefit from events
Exposure to diverse cultures and Student Services Centre, Student organised by SIM GE Alumni
a global network of faculty and Wellness Centre, and initiatives Office or volunteer your time
peers bring broader perspectives such as financial assistance through initiatives such as
to learning. schemes and counselling services. Structured Alumni Mentorship.
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STUDENT
LIFE
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through industry internships or skills or pursue your passion in the
career-readiness initiatives like the arts and sports with more than 70
Talent Development Programme, student councils and clubs available.
days in 1 year... Career Chapters, Mentorship
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Connect. Boost your well-being in healthy
living and wellness programmes,
days in 3 years... GLOBAL LEARNING or learn more from peer mentors
Gain international exposure at our dedicated Student Wellness
through overseas academic Centre.
Seize the now. exchange programmes, study
trips, internships and workshops.
Make the most of your time
in SIM GE.
Grooming achievers outside the classroom Global exposure and learning opportunities Career fair offering internships and jobs
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STUDENT
LEARNING CENTRE
Peer-Assisted Learning (PAL) in session Digital Literacy Workshop Student Learning Centre
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ORIGINS OF
SIM DIPLOMA
Our History & Milestones education and develop leadership education, the DMS thus evolved
The inception of the Diploma to advance management and into a back-to-basics, Singapore-
in Management Studies (DMS) business in the cosmopolitan brand, full-time management
at SIM in 1973 was a significant context of enterprise in Singapore. programme of reputable quality
milestone in the history of It also provided these executives for both local and international
executive and management with a platform to form social students.
development in Singapore. networks, exchange ideas, and
recommend viable propositions Today, the full-time DMS has
Prior to 1973, no such formal for workplace improvement. Out enrolled over 50 intakes and
certified programmes were of the 500 applicants, 70 were produced 19,000 graduates at
available. Back then, SIM’s selected as the first DMS cohort. SIM. Among its student enrolment
main focus was to provide are students from Singapore,
complementary training to From Home Ground to Regional Indonesia, China, Myanmar,
develop the prerequisite Influence Vietnam and India.
managerial skills and talent What initially started as a part-
needed for our nation’s expanding time, post-experience evening A Revised Curriula, An Innovative
economy. programme soon turned into Spirit
a full-time DMS programme in Infusing a spirit of innovation and
Thus, the DMS was introduced at 2002 in response to the new entrepreneurship into the revised
an opportune time as a broad- demand by school-leavers DMS curricula ensures its modules
based management studies and budding executives for cater to the inherent needs of an
programme open to executives foundational tertiary level studies increasingly knowledge-based
and managers who had taken in management education. and global society.
important responsibilities in a
wide variety of companies. Its Premised upon maturity and The quality of the DMS is
forward-looking pedagogical insight in developmental learning constantly assessed with rigour
aim was to provide executive with a focus on continual by qualified academics, with
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SIM Diploma
open doors
to further
education
the development of appropriate economic and manpower cultivate a global outlook through
module specifications and course development landscape, we different perspectives.
materials, and the upholding continue to be rigorous, practical
of strict assessment and exam and student-centric. SIM has also signed a
standards. Our experienced Memorandum of Understanding
lecturers also deliver quality To this end, SIM offer our own (MOU) with the Chartered
teaching whilst the course programmes like the Diploma Institute of Management
administrators monitor learning in Accounting (DAC) in 2012, Accountants (CIMA) to allow
and provide a conducive culture followed by the Diploma in students from the SIM DAC to be
for learning. international Business (DIB), and granted credit exemptions for the
Diploma in Banking and Finance CIMA Diploma in Management
Today, the DMS enjoys articulation (DBF) programmes in 2014. Accounting. DAC graduates are
into the degree programmes of also granted exemptions from
reputable universities such as A Financial Training Centre other Accounting Professional
the University of London, RMIT (FTC) is established in order to bodies such as the ICAEW and
University, University at Buffalo, provide SIM DBF students with ACCA.
University of Birmingham, a virtual trading environment to
University of Wollongong and better experience the real-world
University of Stirling. simulation of trading activities in
areas such as foreign exchange,
Meeting the Needs of the securities and derivative
Industry instruments.
At SIM, we constantly calibrate
our programmes to meet real On the other hand, SIM DIB
needs and to fulfill our social students are introduced to forums
mission. In responding to the related to international issues
market gaps of a rapidly changing to widen their exposure, and
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DIPLOMA IN
ACCOUNTING
Objectives • Equips you with personal Career Prospects
The Diploma in Accounting (DAC) effectiveness and life skills such Ample employment opportunities
is designed to equip you with as analysis, problem-solving, in the private and public sectors
the skills, knowledge, expertise conflict-management and abound for diploma graduates.
and qualifications to practise in communication capabilities; and Attractive job prospects are
the accounting profession. As • Develops your global business available in industries like
a leading global accountancy perspectives, social responsibility accounting and corporate finance,
hub, the accounting sector of and leadership skills. banking, marketing and retail,
Singapore aims to develop a and manufacturing, as well as
stronger international orientation Modules in sectors like audit, business
through the adoption of best General Studies development, investment
practices in this financially- • Professional Self-Management management, and public services.
rewarding profession.
Broad Business Modules Professional Accounting
The DAC programme is offered • Business Accounting Qualifications
as a viable and attractive • Business Law Graduates may be granted
educational pathway for you to • Business Management and exemptions from professional
subsequently access degree-level Communications bodies. Refer to website for more
and professional programmes • Business Statistics details.
to qualify as professional • Economics for Managers • Institute of Chartered
accountants or to take on • Information Systems for Accountants in England and
accounting-related jobs. Business Wales (ICAEW)
• Managing Business Finance • Chartered Institute of
Outcomes • Managing Human Resources Management Accountants
• Equips you with skills and • Principles of Marketing (CIMA)
competencies in both commerce • Association of Chartered
and areas of accounting which Specialised Accounting Modules Certified Accountants (ACCA)
are needed in all levels of • Auditing and Assurance
management; • Company Law and Secretarial
• Provides you with a solid Practice
foundation in the study of • Cost and Management
accounting concepts, principles, Accounting
methodologies, and practices • Financial Accounting and
to gain entry into degree- Reporting
level studies and/or entry • Taxation
into professional accounting
qualifications;
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Further Education
With the Diploma, you can apply to the following:
Programmes Description
Awarded and developed by RMIT University, Australia
Bachelor of Applied Science (Aviation) (Top-up) 1 Preparatory Course module exemption
Bachelor of Business: 12 modules exemptions out of 24 modules
• Accountancy • Management
• Logistics and Supply Chain Management • Marketing
Bachelor of Business (Economics and Finance) 9 modules exemption out of 24 modules
Bachelor of Communication (Professional Communication) 2-year programme
Awarded and developed by University of Wollongong, Australia
Bachelor of Computer Science: 24 credits exemptions out of 144 credits
• Digital Systems Security • Multimedia and Game Development
Bachelor of Information Technology (Computing)
Awarded and developed by University of Birmingham, UK
Bachelor of Science (Honours): Average B grade for Direct entry to Year 2
• Accounting and Finance (Top-up) • Business Management with
• Business Management (Top-up) Communications (Top-up)
• Business Management with Industrial • International Business (Top-up)
Placement (Top-up)
Awarded and developed by University of London, UK
Bachelor of Science (Honours) in: 1.5 to 2.5 units exemption out of 12 units
• Accounting and Finance • Economics and Politics
• Banking and Finance • International Relations 3 to 4 units exemptions with grade B- in
SIM bridging courses
• Economics • Computing and Information Systems
• Economics and Finance • Creative Computing
• Economics and Management • Management and Digital Innovation
• Business and Management • Mathematics and Economics
Awarded and developed by University of Stirling, UK
Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in: 1 Preparatory Course module exemption,
• Sport Business Management (Top-up) • Sustainable Events Management (Top-up) applicants will be required to take 1
• Sports Studies and Marketing (Top-up) Preparatory Course module
Awarded and developed by University at Buffalo, The State University of New York, US
Bachelor of Science (Business Administration) Up to 19 credits exemption (for modules
with B grade) out of 120 credits
Bachelor of Arts: 40 to 44 credits exemption out of 120
• Communication • Psychology credits
• Economics • Sociology
• International Trade
Double Degree – Bachelor of Science and Bachelor of Arts 19 to 44 credits exemption (for modules
with B grade) out of 160 credits
Double Major – Bachelor of Arts 40 to 44 credits exemption out of 141
credits
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DIPLOMA IN BANKING
AND FINANCE
Objectives industry. It serves as a showcase Broad Business Modules
Singapore is a major financial training facility to promote real- • Business Accounting
centre serving the Asia-Pacific world learning to complement • Business Management and
region, and beyond. Leveraging your classroom curriculum. Communications
on our strategic location, strong • Business Statistics
infrastructure and well-trained Outcomes • Economics for Managers
workforce, many international • Provides you with the strong • Information Systems for
banks and financial institutions understanding, necessary Business
have established operations in knowledge and relevant skills to • Managing Human Resources
Singapore. work in the increasingly complex • Principles of Marketing
landscape of the banking and
To this end, the Diploma in financial services sector; Banking and Finance Modules
Banking and Finance (DBF) is • Provides you with a • Credit Risk Analysis and
designed to equip you with the comprehensive curriculum Management
fundamentals of banking, finance, to build a solid foundation in • Financial Markets and
insurance as well as exposure to banking and finance; Institutions
the financial trading environment • Develops your knowledge • Financial Trading
to meet the growing demands on business disciplines and • Investment
for skilled professionals in the cognitive skills to support you • Managing Business Finance
banking and financial sector. in making informed decisions in
banking and finance; and Career Prospects
Besides providing you with a solid • Equips you to understand the Graduates are equipped to
framework of banking and finance features, activities, operations, work as executives in the
fundamentals, the DBF ensures and importance of the thriving banking and financial
knowledge currency and job regulatory, accounting, legal and services sector or further their
market relevance by emphasising institutional framework in the qualifications in banking and
practical problem-solving and banking and financial sector. finance.
decision-making skills essential to
our knowledge-based economy. Modules
General Studies
In addition, the Financial Training • Business Mathematics
Centre (FTC) is established to • Negotiation and Inter-Cultural
enable you to experience real Management
time hands-on professional • Professional Self-Management
applications of the financial
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Further Education
With the Diploma, you can apply to the following:
Programmes Description
Awarded and developed by RMIT University, Australia
Bachelor of Business: 12 modules exemptions out of 24 modules
• Accountancy • Management
• Logistics and Supply Chain Management • Marketing
Bachelor of Business (Economics and Finance) 9 modules exemption out of 24 modules
Bachelor of Communication (Professional Communication) 2-year programme
Awarded and developed by University of Wollongong, Australia
Bachelor of Computer Science: Up to 24 credits exemptions
• Digital Systems Security • Multimedia and Game Development
Bachelor of Information Technology (Computing)
Awarded and developed by University of Birmingham, UK
Bachelor of Science (Honours) Accounting and Finance (Top-up) Average B grade for entry to Year 2 with
successful completion of 2 Preparatory
modules in the SIM Preparatory Course in
Accounting and Finance
Bachelor of Science (Honours): Average B grade for Direct entry to Year 2
• Business Management (Top-up) • Business Management with
• Business Management with Industrial Communications (Top-up)
Placement (Top-up) • International Business (Top-up)
Awarded and developed by University of London, UK
Bachelor of Science (Honours) in: 1.5 to 2.5 units exemption out of 12 units
• Accounting and Finance • Economics and Politics
• Banking and Finance • International Relations 3 to 4 units exemptions with grade B- in
SIM bridging courses
• Economics • Computing and Information Systems
• Economics and Finance • Creative Computing
• Economics and Management • Management and Digital Innovation
• Business and Management • Mathematics and Economics
Awarded and developed by University of Stirling, UK
Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in: 1 Preparatory Course module exemption,
• Sport Business Management (Top-up) • Sustainable Events Management (Top-up) applicants will be required to take 1
• Sports Studies and Marketing (Top-up) Preparatory Course module
Awarded and developed by University at Buffalo, The State University of New York, US
Bachelor of Science (Business Administration) Up to 12 credits exemption (for modules
with B grade) out of 120 credits
Bachelor of Arts: 40 to 44 credits exemption out of 120
• Communication • Psychology credits
• Economics • Sociology
• International Trade
Double Degree – Bachelor of Science and Bachelor of Arts 12 to 44 credits exemption (for modules
with B grade) out of 160 credits
Double Major – Bachelor of Arts 40 to 44 credits exemption out of 141
credits
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DIPLOMA IN
INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS
Objectives • Provides you with specialised • Business Statistics
The Diploma in International tools in marketing, accounting, • Cost and Management
Business (DIB) is designed to finance, and organisation Accounting
position graduates to cultivate management necessary to • Economics for Managers
a global outlook, cross-cultural understand the international • Managing Business Finance
emotional intelligence, and an dimensions of business; • Principles of Marketing
orientation towards collaboration • Develops your knowledge on
in global supply chains, emerging primary business disciplines Specialised International Business
economies and niches. To this end, and cognitive skills that enable Modules
you will be equipped to navigate you to make informed decisions • Export-Import Operations and
with confidence in globally- supportive of commerce and E-Commerce
connected enterprises. development; and • Global Supply Chain
• Exposes you to the basics • International Finance
The DIB ensures knowledge of exporting and importing • International HRM
currency and job market management, global • Negotiation and Inter-Cultural
relevance, with a unique entrepreneurial activity, Management
curriculum focus on issues that human resource management,
span the current and fundamental negotiation, accounting and Career Prospects
issues of international business financial operations. Graduates are qualified to work
and competitive advantage. as executives or specialists in
Modules international-related businesses
Outcomes General Studies and organisations. They will be
• Equips you with a strong • Business Mathematics well-versed in the operational
business understanding, • International Relations processes of enterprises and are
necessary knowledge, skills able to put ideas into practice.
and self-confidence to work Broad Business Modules
in national and international • Business Accounting
environments that are • Business Law
competitive, complex and • Business Management and
transformational; Communications
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Further Education
With the Diploma, you can apply to the following:
Programmes Description
Awarded and developed by RMIT University, Australia
Bachelor of Business: 12 modules exemptions out of 24 modules
• Accountancy • Management
• Logistics and Supply Chain Management • Marketing
Bachelor of Business (Economics and Finance) 9 modules exemption out of 24 modules
Bachelor of Communication (Professional Communication) 2-year programme
Awarded and developed by University of Wollongong, Australia
Bachelor of Computer Science: Up to 24 credits exemptions
• Digital Systems Security • Multimedia and Game Development
Bachelor of Information Technology (Computing)
Awarded and developed by University of Birmingham, UK
Bachelor of Science (Honours) Accounting and Finance (Top-up) Average B grade for entry to Year 2 with
successful completion of 2 Preparatory
modules in the SIM Preparatory Course in
Accounting and Finance
Bachelor of Science (Honours): Average B grade for Direct entry to Year 2
• Business Management (Top-up) • Business Management with
• Business Management with Industrial Communications (Top-up)
Placement (Top-up) • International Business (Top-up)
Awarded and developed by University of London, UK
Bachelor of Science (Honours) in: 1.5 to 2.5 unit exemption out of 12 unit
• Accounting and Finance • Economics and Politics
• Banking and Finance • International Relations 3 to 4 unit exemption with grade B- in
SIM bridging courses
• Economics • Computing and Information Systems
• Economics and Finance • Creative Computing
• Economics and Management • Management and Digital Innovation
• Business and Management • Mathematics and Economics
Awarded and developed by University of Stirling, UK
Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Retail Marketing (Top-up) Direct entry into 2-Year BA programme
Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in: 1 Preparatory Course module exemption,
• Sport Business Management (Top-up) • Sustainable Events Management (Top-up) applicants will be required to take 1
• Sports Studies and Marketing (Top-up) Preparatory Course module
Awarded and developed by University at Buffalo, The State University of New York, US
Bachelor of Science (Business Administration) Up to 12 credits exemption (for modules
with B grade) out of 120 credits
Bachelor of Arts: 40 to 44 credits exemption out of 120
• Communication • Psychology credits
• Economics • Sociology
• International Trade
Double Degree – Bachelor of Science and Bachelor of Arts 12 to 44 credits exemption (for modules
with B grade) out of 160 credits
Double Major – Bachelor of Arts 40 to 44 credits exemption out of 141
credits
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DIPLOMA IN
MANAGEMENT STUDIES
Objectives Outcomes • Macroeconomics
The Diploma in Management • Develops in you a strong • Managerial Accounting
Studies (DMS) is designed to understanding of business • Managing Human Resources
provide you with the vital fundamentals; • Managing People and
management knowledge and • Enables you to be proficient Organisations
skills requisite to business in the fields of management • Microeconomics
management. The programme finance, accountancy, • Operation Management
emphasises practical problem- marketing, economics, statistics, • Principles of Marketing
solving, critical thinking skills mathematics, and law and
and a people-centric approach information technology; Career Prospects
essential to our knowledge- • Equips you to effectively use There are many employment
based and fast-evolving global the tools of management opportunities in the private
environment. studies to study and reflect on and public sectors for diploma
organisational success; and graduates, such as in industries
In the DMS, you will develop a • Develops you to communicate like banking, marketing and
solid foundation in the dynamics effectively with confidence in retail, and manufacturing, and in
of effective management in the both verbal and written formats. sectors like business development,
organic and fluid environment of corporate investment, and public
real-world ‘living’ organisations. Modules services.
General Studies
It will equip you in two fields of • Business Communication
management studies. The first • Business Mathematics
covers the broad-based studies • English for Business
of communications, economics,
statistics, mathematics and law. Broad Business Modules
The second covers the functional • Business Finance
areas of accountancy and • Business Law
finance, marketing, people and • Business Statistics
human resource management, • Financial Accounting
information systems, and • Information Systems for
operations management. Business
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Further Education
With the Diploma, you can apply to the following:
Programmes Description
Awarded and developed by RMIT University, Australia
Bachelor of Applied Science (Aviation) (Top-up) 2 Preparatory Course module exemption
Bachelor of Business: 12 modules exemptions out of 24 modules
• Accountancy • Management
• Economics and Finance • Marketing
• Logistics and Supply Chain Management
Bachelor of Communication (Professional Communication) 2-year programme
Awarded and developed by University of Wollongong, Australia
Bachelor of Computer Science: 24 credits exemptions out of 144 credits
• Digital Systems Security • Multimedia and Game Development
Bachelor of Information Technology (Computing)
Awarded and developed by University of Birmingham, UK
Bachelor of Science (Honours) Accounting and Finance (Top-up) Average B grade for entry to Year 2 with
successful completion of 2 Preparatory
modules in the SIM Preparatory Course in
Accounting and Finance
Bachelor of Science (Honours): Average B grade for Direct entry to Year 2
• Business Management (Top-up) • Business Management with
• Business Management with Industrial Communications (Top-up)
Placement (Top-up) • International Business (Top-up)
Awarded and developed by University of London, UK
Bachelor of Science (Honours) in: 1.5 to 2.5 unit exemption out of 12 unit
• Accounting and Finance • Economics and Politics
• Banking and Finance • International Relations 3 to 4 unit exemption with grade B- in
SIM bridging courses
• Economics • Computing and Information Systems
• Economics and Finance • Creative Computing
• Economics and Management • Management and Digital Innovation
• Business and Management • Mathematics and Economics
Awarded and developed by University of Stirling, UK
Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Retail Marketing (Top-up) Direct entry into 2-Year BA programme
Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in: 1 Preparatory Course module exemption,
• Sport Business Management (Top-up) • Sustainable Events Management (Top-up) applicants will be required to take 1
• Sports Studies and Marketing (Top-up) Preparatory Course module
Awarded and developed by University at Buffalo, The State University of New York, US
Bachelor of Science (Business Administration) Up to 30 credits exemption (for modules
with B grade) out of 120 credits
Bachelor of Arts: 40 to 44 credits exemption out of 120
• Communication • Psychology credits
• Economics • Sociology
• International Trade
Double Degree – Bachelor of Science and Bachelor of Arts 30 to 44 credits exemption (for modules
with B grade) out of 160 credits
Double Major – Bachelor of Arts 40 to 44 credits exemption out of 141
credits
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PROGRAMME
STRUCTURE
Duration and Intakes 1 to 6) in English (as a first
language); or
Programmes Duration Intakes
• IELTS with an overall score of at
Diploma in Accounting April & October least 5.5; or
15 months • TOEFL score of at least 550
Diploma in Banking and Finance Full-time April & October
(paper-based) plus 4 in the Test
Diploma in International Business (5 terms. Each April & October of Written English (TWE) or 79
term is 3 months)
Diploma in Management Studies January, April, July & October
(iBT); or
• SAT1 score of at least 550
(critical reading and writing); or
Mode of Delivery Minimum Class Size: 25 • PTE Academic score of at least
Classroom learning may comprise: In the event that the class cannot 42/100; or
• Activities commence due to low take-up rate, • An equivalent English language
• Exercises applicants will be informed within qualification.
• Lab work one month before programme
• Lectures commencement. Applicants who do not meet the
• Online learning English language requirement
• Flip-Classroom Admission Criteria would need to undergo the
• Tutorials • At least 1 GCE 'A' level pass or 1 Certificate in English Language
H2 level pass; (CEL) programme prior to
Each lesson is typically three hours. • For Diploma in Accounting and enrolment in the MFS and Diploma
Diploma in Banking and Finance, programmes. The duration of
Assessment applicants must obtain a credit the CEL programme depends on
• Assignments/Projects pass (grade 1 to 6) in GCE 'O' the applicant’s English language
• Practical Exams level Mathematics; proficiency level. Applicants can
• Written Exams • Other qualifications will sit for an English Placement Test
• Continuous assessments such as: be assessed based on the conducted by SIM to determine
- Class participation equivalence to GCE ‘A’ level their English language proficiency
- Essays examinations. level. Please refer to the CEL
- Presentations programme section for details.
- Quizzes Applicants who do not meet the
- Tests academic requirements might Notes:
- Tutorial exercises be recommended to undergo a 1. IELTS or TOEFL or SAT1 or
6-month Management Foundation PTE Academic scores must be
Candidature Period: 2.5 years Studies (MFS) programme. Please less than two years at point of
There will not be any refund or refer to the MFS programme enrolment.
recourse should the student fail to section for details. 2. The SIM English Placement Test
results will be valid for one year
complete the programme within the from the date of the test.
candidature period. English Language Requirements
• GCE ‘O’ level credit pass (grade
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Programme Fees
Programmes Total
Diploma in Accounting
Diploma in Banking
and Finance
Diploma in Management
Studies
SkillsFuture Credit
Singaporeans aged 25 and above
can use their credit to offset the
programme fees.
Refer to www.skillsfuture.sg/credit
for more information.
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MANAGEMENT FOUNDATION
STUDIES (MFS)
Objectives Mode of Delivery Admission Criteria
This SIM programme is designed Classroom learning may comprise: • Minimum three GCE ‘O’ level
to provide a solid foundation for • Activities credit passes (grade 1 to 6); or
students who desire to understand • Exercises • Higher Nitec Certificate
the fundamentals of management • Lab work • For applicants with the intent
and business practice. It is a • Lectures to progress to Diploma in
bridging certificate programme for • Online learning Accounting and Diploma in
those of you who may not meet • Tutorials Banking and Finance, one of
the entry requirements to pursue the three GCE ‘O’ level credit
studies at the diploma level. Each lesson is typically three hours. passes (grade 1 to 6) must be
Mathematics; or
Developed and awarded by Assessment • Must pass the Mathematics
Singapore Institute of Management, • Assignments/Projects Placement Test conducted
Singapore, the MFS equips you • Practical Exams by SIM when applicants are
with the necessary knowledge • Written Exams admitted to Management
and confidence to pursue further • Continuous assessments such as: Foundation Studies;
studies at the diploma level. - Class participation • Other qualifications will
- Essays be assessed based on its
Upon successful completion of - Presentations equivalence to GCE ‘O’ level
this Certificate programme, you - Quizzes examinations.
can also apply for undergraduate - Tests
programmes (with no exemption) For English Language
awarded by the University at Candidature Period Requirements, refer to page 16 for
Buffalo, The State University of There is no repeat option for this details.
New York, US. programme. Students may opt to
re-take a supplementary exam if Programme Fees
they failed the main module exam. S$3,584.50
Duration Intakes
However, they are not entitled to
January, April, re-take the supplementary exams if Fees are inclusive of prevailing GST and
6 months Full-time payable prior to commencement date.
July & October they failed all main module exams.
Please refer to SIM GE website for the
latest fees.
Modules No refund or recourse should the
Module 1: Study Skills for Effective student fail to complete within the SkillsFuture Credit
Learning maximum period. Singaporeans aged 25 and above
Module 2: Introduction to can use their credit to offset the
Management Minimum Class Size: 20 programme fees.
Module 3: Elements of Economics In the event that the class cannot
Module 4: Principles of commence due to low take-up rate, Refer to www.skillsfuture.sg/credit
Accounting and Business Finance applicants will be informed within for more information.
Module 5: Sales and Marketing one month before programme
Management commencement.
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CERTIFICATE IN ENGLISH
LANGUAGE (CEL)
Selection into this SIM Candidature Period: 9 months Admission Criteria
programme is solely based There will be no refund or Depending on your English
upon recommendation by the recourse should the student fail to language proficiency, you may be
Admissions Committee for complete the programme within placed at Pre-Intermediate (Level
those who have applied for the the candidature period. 3) or Intermediate (Level 4) or
Management Foundation Studies Upper-Intermediate (Level 5).
(MFS) and/or Diploma programmes, Minimum Class Size: 20
but failed to meet the English In the event that the class Programme Fees
language requirements. cannot commence due to low S$2,461 per level
take-up rate, applicants will be
The Certificate in English informed within one month before Fees are inclusive of prevailing GST and
Language (CEL) programme is programme commencement. payable prior to commencement date.
developed and awarded by Please refer to SIM GE website for the
latest fees.
Singapore Institute of Management,
Singapore. It focuses on four
essential skills in language Entrance Requirements
learning – Listening, Reading,
TOEFL PTE
Speaking and Writing. It features CEL Level IELTS
three levels: Internet-based Paper + TWE Academic
• Pre-Intermediate (Level 3)
• Intermediate (Level 4) Pre-Intermediate
3.5 - 4 at least 32 400 plus TWE 2+ 29
• Upper-Intermediate (Level 5) CEL 3
Intermediate
Duration Intakes 4.5 63 450 plus TWE 2.5+ 30
CEL 4
3 months Full-time January, April,
(Each level) July & October Upper-Intermediate
5.0 72 500 plus TWE 3+ 36
CEL 5
Mode of Delivery
Classroom learning comprising: 1. If you sat for an IELTS or a TOEFL or PTE Academic test recently, you may
• Activities use that score for placement. IELTS or TOEFL or PTE Academic test scores
• Exercises must be less than two years at point of enrolment.
2. If you do not have IELTS or TOEFL or PTE Academic scores, you may be
• Lectures required to sit for an English Placement Test conducted by SIM to determine
your English language proficiency. The SIM English Placement Test results will
Each lesson is typically five hours. be valid for one year from the date of the test.
Assessment
• Written Exams
• Listening Exams
• Speaking Exams
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A team of SIM GE students competed in the
Business China Youth Showdown held on 13 July
2016. Teams had to present their research about
the challenges, opportunities and implications of
the sharing economy for Singapore. Up against
institutes like Hwa Chong Institute, National
Junior College, Temasek Polytechnic and
Singapore Polytechnic, SIM GE emerged as first
runner-up.
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APPLICATION AND ADMISSION
How to Apply Following are the requirements SIM PL has appointed Etiqa Insurance
Visit www.simge.edu.sg/ge/how-to-apply which Singapore Institute of Pte. Ltd. and Lonpac Insurance Bhd
for the application process, list of Management Pte Ltd (SIM PL) has as our FPS insurance providers. Under
required supporting documents, put in place: the FPS insurance scheme, students’
documents verification process and fees will be insured by the insurer pre-
more information. PEI-Student Contract assigned by SIM PL. In case of events
CPE, in aiming to enhance the as stated above, students will be
For an international applicant confidence of students and their able to claim their paid fees from the
applying to a full-time programme, parents in the quality of education respective FPS insurance provider.
you must submit an online Student’s in Singapore, has stipulated that
Pass (STP) application form. all PEIs must sign a PEI-Student More details of the FPS can also be
Your Student’s Pass application Contract with students. The contract found in the FPS Instruction Manual,
is subjected to approval of sets out the terms and conditions available at www.cpe.gov.sg.
the Singapore Immigration & governing the relationship
Checkpoints Authority (ICA). between the student and PEI. Medical Insurance
SIM PL will honour all terms and SIM PL has in place a group medical
Application Fees conditions in the contract and in all insurance scheme for all its students.
An application fee is payable communication materials. This medical insurance scheme
for each application form that is will have a minimum coverage as
submitted. This fee (inclusive of the Students may request for a copy of follows: an annual coverage limit
prevailing GST) is non-refundable the PEI-Student Contract from SIM of S$20,000 per student, covers
and non-transferable. The fee will be PL or view it on the CPE website up to B2 ward in government and
fully refunded only if the intake does (www.cpe.gov.sg). restructured hospitals and provides
not commence. Unpaid applications for 24 hours coverage in Singapore
will not be processed. Cooling-Off Period and overseas (if student is involved
There will be a cooling-off period of in SIM PL-related activities)
Payment Mode: MasterCard/Visa 7 working days after signing the PEI- throughout the course duration.
credit cards or eNETS Student Contract. Students have the
right to cancel the contract within For more information on medical
Local International
the 7 working days and be refunded insurance, visit:
Application applicants applicants the highest percentage of the fees www.simge.edu.sg/ge/medicalinsurance.
Fees already paid if the students submit
S$96.30 S$321.00* written notice of withdrawal to SIM
PL within the cooling off period Refund and Transfer/Withdrawal
*This does not include all fees related to (refer to Clause 2.3 of PEI-Student Policies
Student's Pass application. Contract). After the cooling-off For refund and transfer/withdrawal
period, SIM PL’s refund policy will policies, please refer to
Private Education Act apply. www.simge.edu.sg/ge/refund.
Under the Private Education Act,
legislated in December 2009, a Fee Protection Scheme Confidentiality
Council for Private Education (CPE) SIM PL adopts a compulsory Fee SIM PL is committed to maintaining
was set up to regulate the private Protection Scheme (FPS) to protect the confidentiality of the student's
education industry in Singapore. the paid fees of both local and personal information and undertakes
From 03 October 2016, the Council international students. The FPS not to divulge any of the student's
for Private Education became serves to protect the student’s personal information to any third
part of a new statutory board - fees in the event that the PEI is party without the prior written
SkillsFuture Singapore (SSG). Under unable to continue operations due consent of the student SUBJECT TO
the new structure, the SSG Board to insolvency, and/or regulatory the obligation of SIM PL to disclose
appointed the Committee for Private closure. In addition, the FPS protects to any Singapore government
Education (CPE) to carry out its the student if the PEI fails to pay authority any information relating
functions and powers relating to penalties or return fees to the to the student in compliance with
private education under the Private student arising from judgments the law and/or to the organisation
Education Act. made against it by the Singapore conferring/awarding the qualification.
courts.
All Private Education Institutions
(PEIs) are required to comply with
the regulations under the Act in
order to continue operations.
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www.simge.edu.sg
This addendum is to be read together with the above mentioned hardcopy brochure.
The information indicated herein, valid as at 28 February 2018, shall supersede the current
contents indicated in the mentioned hardcopy brochure.
On Page 9 – Diploma in Accounting
Further Education
With the Diploma, you can apply to the following:
Programmes Description
Awarded and developed by RMIT University, Australia
Bachelor of Applied Science (Aviation) (Top-up) 2 Preparatory Course modules exemption
Bachelor of Business: 12 modules exemption out of 24 modules
Accountancy / International Business / Logistics and Supply Chain Management /
Management / Marketing
Bachelor of Business (Economics and Finance) 9 modules exemption out of 24 modules
Bachelor of Communication (Professional Communication) Entry to 2-year programme
Awarded and developed by University of Wollongong, Australia
Bachelor of Computer Science: 0.5 year exemption
Big Data / Digital Systems Security / Game and Mobile Development
Bachelor of Information Technology
Bachelor of Business Information Systems 1 year exemption
Awarded and developed by University of Birmingham, UK
Bachelor of Science (Honours): Average B grade for Direct entry to Year 2
Accounting and Finance (Top-up) / Business Management (Top-up) / Business
Management with Communications (Top-up) / Business Management with
Communications and Year in Industry (Top-up) / Business Management with Industrial
Placement (Top-up) / International Business (Top-up)
Further Education
With the Diploma, you can apply to the following:
Programmes Description
Awarded and developed by RMIT University, Australia
Bachelor of Business: 12 modules exemption out of 24 modules
Accountancy / International Business / Logistics and Supply Chain Management /
Management / Marketing
Bachelor of Business (Economics and Finance) 11 modules exemption out of 24 modules
Further Education
With the Diploma, you can apply to the following:
Programmes Description
Awarded and developed by RMIT University, Australia
Bachelor of Business: 12 modules exemption out of 24 modules
Accountancy / International Business / Logistics and Supply Chain Management /
Management / Marketing
Bachelor of Arts:
Communication / Economics / International Trade / Psychology / Sociology Minimum B grade for each articulated subject in
Business Administration and Economics
Double Degree – Bachelor of Science and Bachelor of Arts modules.
Further Education
With the Diploma, you can apply to the following:
Programmes Description
Awarded and developed by RMIT University, Australia
Bachelor of Applied Science (Aviation) (Top-up) 2 Preparatory Course modules exemption
Bachelor of Business: 12 modules exemption out of 24 modules
Accountancy / Economics and Finance / International Business / Logistics and Supply Chain
Management / Management / Marketing
Bachelor of Communication (Professional Communication) Entry to 2-year programme
Awarded and developed by University of Wollongong, Australia
Bachelor of Computer Science: 0.5 year exemption
Big Data / Digital Systems Security / Game and Mobile Development
Bachelor of Information Technology
Bachelor of Business Information Systems 1 year exemption
Awarded and developed by University of Birmingham, UK
Bachelor of Science (Honours) Accounting and Finance (Top-up) Average B grade for entry to Year 2 with
successful completion of 2 Preparatory
modules in the SIM Preparatory Course in
Accounting and Finance
Bachelor of Science (Honours): Average B grade for direct entry to Year 2
Business Management (Top-up) / Business Management with Communications (Top-up) /
Business Management with Communications and Year in Industry (Top-up) / Business
Management with Industrial Placement (Top-up) / International Business (Top-up)
SkillsFuture Credit
All Singaporeans aged 25 and above can use their $500 SkillsFuture Credit from the government to pay for a wide range of approved skills-
related courses. Visit the SkillsFuture Credit website (www.skillsfuture.sg/credit) to choose from the courses available on the SkillsFuture
Credit course directory.
Assessment
Assignments / Projects, Written Exams, Listening Exams & Speaking Exams
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.