Global Master of Business Administration
Awarded by: Abertay University, UK
Programme Objectives
The programme aims to provide students with:
- the knowledge, understanding and opportunity to develop strategic leadership and decision making capabilities in the complex and changing global work environment, through engagement with theory, practice and exposure to real business challenges
- the skills and knowledge to develop your career in business and management at a professional level
- the confidence to effectively participate in and manage teams comprising diverse and global talent.
Assessment Methods
Based on assignments, exams, coursework/presentation.
Why Abertay University
Abertay University is top Scottish modern university in Scotland for student satisfaction in the national student survey (2023), which is the sector’s key measure on student satisfaction. Abertay is nationally recognised by the Guardian University Guide (2024) in the top 3 for teaching satisfaction and in the UK top 10 for overall student satisfaction.
Graduation
Students who successfully complete the programme will be awarded the Global Master of Business Administration by Abertay University
• Project Management
• Management Investigation
• Contemporary Issues in Marketing
• Global People Management
• Leadership in Changing Environment
• Strategy and Management
• Sustainable Business
• Budgeting and Financial Control
• Business Research Methods
• Data for Decision Making
• Research Proposal
The average lecturer/student ratio is 1 : 100 (lecture)
The average lecturer/student ratio is 1 : 20 (tutorial)
Click here to download profiles of lecturers.
Duration & Intakes
| Blended | ||
| Duration | Commencement | Completion |
| 12 months (Full-Time) | ||
| February 2026 | February 2027 | |
| September 2026 | September 2027 | |
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Blended |
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| Duration | Commencement | Completion |
| 18 months (Part-Time) | February 2026 | August 2027 |
| September 2026 | March 2028 | |
Fees & Structure
| Structure | Tuition Fees (inclusive of 9% GST) | Non-Tuition Fees (inclusive of 9% GST) |
| Full-time | S$16,350 | S$700.00 - S$1,700.00 |
| Part-time |
Application fees: S$163.50
Note:
# All application fees are non-refundable.
# All fees quoted are inclusive of GST at the prevailing rate.
# Local: Non-tuition fees for full-time programmes include MDIS membership entrance fee, membership subscription fees, MDIS experience workshop, academic writing workshop, medical insurance and fee protection scheme.
#Non-tuition fees for part-time programmes include MDIS membership entrance fee, membership subscription fees, MDIS experience workshop, academic writing workshop and fee protection scheme.
# International: Non-tuition fees for full-time programmes include MDIS membership entrance fee, membership subscription fees, MDIS experience workshop, academic writing workshop, medical insurance, medical examination and administrative fee.
# Non-tuition fees for international students may vary.
# Non-tuition fees are non-refundable, refer to MDIS refund policy for more details.
Entry Requirements
Applicants must be at least 20 years of age
Academic:
- Applicants should have a minimum of a lower second-class (2:2) honours degree and two years' minimum work experience in a supervisory role or above.
- Mature candidates 30 years old and above with 8 years of relevant work experience
Note: All applications are subject to University's approval.
English Language Requirements
IELTS score of 6.0 (with no element below 5.5)
OR
MDIS Professional Certificate in English (PCIE)
OR
Pass the MDIS English Placement Test
OR
Equivalent
Financial Assistance Scheme
Student loans from the organisations listed below are available to Singapore Citizens and Permanent Residents. Please contact the organisations directly to find out how you may benefit from their services.
Study Loans
| Organisation | Contact Number | Website |
| TCC Limited | +65 - 6319 3700 | http://www.tcc.org.sg |
| DBS Bank | 1800 111 1111 | http://www.dbs.com.sg |
| Maybank | 1800 629 2265 | http://www.maybank2u.com.sg |
0% INTEREST CREDIT CARD INSTALMENT PLANS
For All Programmes (Available in 6 or 12 months)
| Organisation | Contact Number | Website |
| Standard Chartered Bank | 1800 747 7000 | http://www.standardchartered.com.sg |
| Maybank | 1800 968 2265 | http://www.maybank.com.sg |
| UOB | 1800 226 6121 | http://www.uob.com.sg |
| OCBC | 1800 363 3333 | http://www.ocbc.com.sg |
| DBS | 1800 111 1111 | http://www.dbs.com |
| POSB | 1800 339 6666 | http://www.posb.com.sg |
Duration & Intakes
| Blended | ||
| Duration | Commencement | Completion |
| 12 months (Full-Time) | ||
| February 2026 | February 2027 | |
| September 2026 | September 2027 | |
Fees & Structure
| Structure | Tuition Fees (inclusive of 9% GST) | Non-Tuition Fees (inclusive of 9% GST) |
| Full-time | S$18,530 | S$700.00 - S$1,700.00 |
| Part-time |
Application fees: S$490.50
Note:
# All application fees are non-refundable.
# All fees quoted are inclusive of GST at the prevailing rate.
# Local: Non-tuition fees for full-time programmes include MDIS membership entrance fee, membership subscription fees, MDIS experience workshop, academic writing workshop, medical insurance and fee protection scheme.
#Non-tuition fees for part-time programmes include MDIS membership entrance fee, membership subscription fees, MDIS experience workshop, academic writing workshop and fee protection scheme.
# International: Non-tuition fees for full-time programmes include MDIS membership entrance fee, membership subscription fees, MDIS experience workshop, academic writing workshop, medical insurance, medical examination and administrative fee.
# Non-tuition fees for international students may vary.
# Non-tuition fees are non-refundable, refer to MDIS refund policy for more details.
Entry Requirements
Applicants must be at least 20 years of age
Academic:
- Applicants should have a minimum of a lower second-class (2:2) honours degree and two years' minimum work experience in a supervisory role or above.
- Mature candidates 30 years old and above with 8 years of relevant work experience
Note: All applications are subject to University's approval.
English Language Requirements
IELTS score of 6.0 (with no element below 5.5)
OR
MDIS Professional Certificate in English (PCIE)
OR
Pass the MDIS English Placement Test
OR
Equivalent
Student Pass Application
International students are required to apply for a student pass if he/she wishes to study full-time in Singapore. Please click here for detailed information.
For any programme enquiries, please contact our friendly consultants:
Office: 6247 9111 (Mon - Fri) | Email: etc@mdis.edu.sg
Quick Information
Duration of Course
Full-time: 12 Months
Part-time: 18 months
Mode of Delivery
Blended
Award
MASTERS
Commencement Dates
Full-time Programme
February 2026
September 2026
Part-time Programme
February 2026
September 2026
Contact Details
Local students:
+65 6247 9111
International students:
Main Hotline:
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+65 6796 7005
+65 6796 7009
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