The SMU Office of Overseas Centres (OOC) is responsible for driving SMU's internationalization strategy in Asia to create vibrant eco-systems for knowledge-sharing and thought leadership through transformative education and cutting-edge research. OOC supports SMU’s Growth in Asia strategic priority as part of its Vision 2025. It plays an integrative role within SMU to leverage on its strengths in intellectual capital development for creating meaningful impact through the convergence of research, education and industry.
OOC MISSION
Driving SMU’s Internationalization Strategy in Asia
The Office of Overseas Centres (OOC) is responsible for driving SMU's internationalization strategy in Asia to create vibrant eco-systems for knowledge-sharing and thought leadership through transformative education and cutting-edge research.
OOC supports SMU’s Growth in Asia strategic priority as part of its Vision 2025. It plays an integrative role within SMU to leverage on its strengths in intellectual capital development for creating meaningful impact through the convergence of research, education and industry.
OOC also drives the planning and setup of overseas centres (OCs) that are embedded in the local economy and community of each location to deliver differentiated in-country solutions and programmes. We undertake all due diligence prior to setting up OCs in strategic markets, and have primary responsibility for and oversight of their establishment, development and good standing.
The Overseas Centres (OCs) are conceived as one-stop shops supporting students, faculty and partners through a single point of contact, enabling SMU to respond more quickly to opportunities and challenges in the selected locations.
As SMU’s embassies, OCs play an important role in enhancing SMU’s overseas presence and international reputation, as well as in strengthening partnerships that have economic and social impact to the local community.
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At Overseas Centre Ho Chi Minh City’s talk show 'Innovation and Entrepreneurship: Key Drivers of Economic and Social Promotion', Dr. Joshi shared case study-based innovation strategies, and Prof. Kotha shared insights on startup-driven innovation for sustainable business growth, offering practical strategies to unlock entrepreneurial potential.
'Research in Singapore' - Overseas Centre Ho Chi Minh City facilitated a discussion in Hanoi, bringing together leading academics to discuss Singapore's postgraduate research landscape and how PhD education can benefit Vietnam's economy and academic ecosystem.
Overseas Centre Jakarta celebrated International Women's Day 2025 with a panel on 'New Trends and Challenges in Financial Management’, featuring insights from two CFOs, including Ms. Yvonne Chan from SMU."
To celebrate International Women’s Day 2025, the Overseas Centre Bangkok hosted a Leadership in Tech event, spotlighting women in tech sector. Prof. Sun Sun Lim delivered a keynote on ‘AI Ethics and Data Governance in Asian Context’.
Massive Open Online Course (MOOC) Launch at the Overseas Centre Ho Chi Minh City, exploring sustainable development and sustainable finance, empowering Vietnamese business leaders and financial professionals to understand global trends.
Massive Open Online Course (MOOC) Launch at the Overseas Centre Jakarta - “Sustainability & Finance", a beginner-friendly course designed for leaders to learn about climate trends and sustainable finance.
Massive Open Online Course (MOOC) Launch, Introduction to Sustainability & Sustainable Finance at the Overseas Centre Bangkok, and sustainability panel, sharing Thailand's corporate sustainability insights and best practices.
The Office of Overseas Centres convened Singaporean IHLs to strategize on boosting overseas joint collaborations, addressing student mobility, faculty expertise, operational challenges, and strategic alignment.
'Navigating International Arbitration As General Counsel' at the Overseas Centre Bangkok offered practical insights from leading academic and legal experts, covering key arbitration topics.
Participants at the Overseas Chambers of Singapore-Singapore Management University MOU signing ceremony on 18 July 2023.
SMU MBA Students On A Visit to Bukalapak HQ in South Jakarta in March
SMU MBA Students with Dr Minsani Mariani and Dr Marko S. Hermawan (centre) from Binus University after their lecture on Indonesia's business culture.
Visiting historical and cultural sites at Kota Tua (Old City) is part of the UOB-SMU Asian Entrepreneurs Institute's OIP in Jakarta.
SMU MBA students visited Apple Academy @Binus BSD Digital Hub in Jakarta.
Professor Lim Sun Sun spoke on the critical importance women play within ASEAN during the OCJ IWD hybrid forum 'SMU Women On The Forefront of Sustainability'.
Prof Mandy Tham shared her insights on business families at a fireside chat on March 8 to celebrate International Women's Day.
SMU Alumni Members at the IWD Event.
NIDA’s visit strengthened ties with SMU.
SMU’s Vice President of Partnerships & Engagement, Professor Lim Sun Sun with NIDA’s President Professor Tippawan Lorsuwannarat.
NIDA's delegation on a guided tour of SMU campus in February 2023.
