The SMU MWM is committed to building a pipeline of mid-career financial professionals from private banks. The MWM Talent Development Scholarship is awarded to eligible individuals of any nationality who are currently working in a private bank or related financial institution, with at least five years of experience in financial or wealth management, and who are either company-sponsored or SMU alumni.

MWM Tuition fees: S$68,000 (before GST)^[1] ; S$74,120 (after GST)
MWMTD Scholarship quantum: S$18,000 (inclusive of GST)

Terms & Conditions of the Scholarship:

• Bond free
• All application documents must be submitted to Singapore Management University by the application deadline, and successful candidates must matriculate and start the MWM in the same applied intake.
• No deferment, withdrawal, leave of absence during the one-year study is allowed.

Candidates are automatically submitted for consideration for MWMTD scholarship upon meeting the scholarship and application criteria. Scholarship is awarded on a highly selective and competitive basis.

^[1] Exclude accommodation, airfare and living expenses during the 2-week overseas study block in Switzerland and USA.
Estimated SGD$5,000 (inclusive of GST) required for these expenses.
 

Fees Illustration (Based on AY2024 Tuition Fees)

* If 2 or more company-sponsored (fully / partially) candidates from the same organisation are enrolling in the same intake, each will enjoy a S$12,000 discount.
** If a company which has previously sponsored (fully/partially) an employee, and the same company is sponsoring (fully/partially) another employee into the programme at a subsequent intake, that employee will enjoy a S$9,000 discount off the total tuition fee.​

IBF-STS funding will range from S$17,000 to S$19,000 for Singapore Citizens and Singapore PRs who have successfully completed the SMU MWM programme. Eligible students will receive the funding as a reduction to their second billing of tuition fees.​ Please note that the fees are subjected to prevailing conditions and requirements as set by Institute of Banking and Finance. Singapore Management University reserves the right to amend as deem appropriate.​ 

The SMU MWM will offer the Academic Excellence Award to high-quality candidates with exceptional academic performance. Awards are based on academic merit, final grades and admissions test score. Awardees must have achieved an excellent admissions test score (equivalent to GMAT score of 700 and above) and have demonstrated outstanding academic achievement.

The SMU MWM programme is committed to crafting a very diverse and global academic environment that will contribute to your personal and professional journey.

The Global Awareness Award is given to individuals who will contribute to classroom diversity and enrich the learning experience of students by way of their cultural, personal or professional backgrounds.

With the Leadership Award, the SMU MWM programme recognises individuals with strong leadership capabilities who have exhibited outstanding leadership capabilities and potential during their studies, community or organisation. Applicants must demonstrate strong leadership potential in personal and professional instances.

The Admissions Scholarship Committee will assess the following:

1. Interview Performance
2. Essay: “Please explain in 500 words why you consider yourself a leader"
3. Leadership quality recognition such as:
   • In the workplace: demonstrated career progression, line management progression, professional recognition such as awards, project success and team leadership
   • Leadership qualities during student days: e.g. Chairperson of an interest group, class representation, etc.
   • Attainment of any non-academic awards and scholarships.

The SMU MWM is creating a significant impact in Singapore, extending now to Asia. We look forward to welcoming students who can demonstrate achievements in their professional, social and personal life that have created an impact on Asia, such as:

• Professional development or personal projects that have contributed positively to Asian regions or companies.
• Entrepreneurial projects with an Asian focus.
• Increased the awareness of Asia in other locations.

The Admissions Scholarship Committee will assess the following:

1. Interview Performance
2. Essay: “Please explain in 500 words the professional development, entrepreneurial or personal projects of an Asian focus, that have contributed positively to Asian regions or companies or have increased awareness of Asia in other locations."
3. Impact: reach of impact, entrepreneurial projects, awards and helping the increased awareness of Asia will be taken into consideration.

With the Women in Business Award, the SMU MWM aims to recognise exceptional women who have demonstrated outstanding leadership capabilities or potential in their professional or personal endeavours. Applicants must have successfully received an admissions offer.

The Admissions Scholarship Committee will assess the following:

1. Interview Performance
2. Essay: “Please explain in 500 words why you should be awarded with the Women in Business Scholarship”.
3. Leadership quality recognition such as:
   • In the workplace: demonstrated career progression, line management progression, professional recognition such as awards, project success and team leadership.
   • Leadership qualities during student days: e.g. Chairperson of an interest group, class representation, etc.
   • Attainment of any non-academic awards and scholarships.

The SMU MWM nurtures keen minds profoundly committed to leaving a positive impact on the community. The Community Impact Award recognises candidates who have contributed to society through outstanding community work (e.g. volunteerism, social and non-paid work, etc.), and through their actions, have impacted members of the community/society in a positive manner.

The Admissions Scholarship Committee will assess the following:

1. Interview Performance
2. Essay: “Please share an example of how you have impacted your greater community and what you think is the best way to serve society."
3. Impact of Community Work: frequency and reach. Awards and recognition will be considered.

Established in honour of Singapore's former Prime Minister Mr Lee Kuan Yew, this Scholarship is Admissions - Scholarships synonymous with prestige and a commitment to serve Singapore. It recognises outstanding individuals with strong academic aptitude and the inclination to serve and contribute to the Singapore society at large.

Eligibility criteria:

1. A Singapore citizen with at least a Second Upper Honours Degree or equivalent Degree
2. Excellent track record of leadership and service within or beyond applicant's profession

You have the option to pursue a Master's or PhD Programme at local or overseas universities. There is no restriction on the course of study.

The curriculum is designed in consultation with the wealth management industry. A number of companies and private banks regularly provide invaluable professional advice and input. SMU is responsible for the academic content, teaching, facilities, resources and quality of the MSc in Wealth Management for the Singapore components; while eminent unversities in Switzerland and USA manage the overseas study blocks.

The delivery methods include case studies, pre-course assignments, computer-aided learning and simulations, as well as evening talks, site visits and field trips. There are overseas study blocks conducted by eminent unversities in Switzerland and USA. There will be site visits and field trips to private banks.

Beyond the classroom, there are internship opportunities with asset management firms or private banks where participants will gain practical exposure to the wealth management industry.

This is an academic programme with ample professional content. To ensure there is breadth and depth, the faculty will comprise academically-competent teachers from SMU who have had exposure to professional investment management, and industry professionals with an academic bent.

A typical class has participants from China, Hong Kong, India, Indonesia, Japan, Korea, Malaysia, Thailand, US and Europe.