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Business schools in Singapore for EMBA

A part-time Executive MBA for experienced managers and leaders who study on weekends or in blocks while working full-time.

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Top schools
18–24 months, part-time
Typical length
S$80,000–S$130,000
Typical cost
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Overview

The best business schools in Singapore for a EMBA include NUS Business School. Singapore is the gateway to Asia-Pacific careers, home to INSEAD's Asia campus, NUS and NTU, with one-year programs and a pro-business environment that keeps the hiring market open to global talent. A EMBA here typically costs S$80,000–S$130,000 all-in, and post-study work is available: Employer-sponsored work passes in a pro-business hiring market.

Why study a EMBA in Singapore?

Singapore is the gateway to Asia-Pacific careers, home to INSEAD's Asia campus, NUS and NTU, with one-year programs and a pro-business environment that keeps the hiring market open to global talent.

  • Launchpad for Asia-Pacific careers
  • One-year programs at INSEAD, NUS, NTU
  • Pro-business hiring environment

Top business schools in Singapore for EMBA

NUS Business School
Singapore, Singapore · Typical GMAT ~670

Asia's top-ranked MBA with deep regional recruiting.

Leading gateway to Asian markets.

Admission requirements

A competitive EMBA application to a Singapore school generally needs a strong GMAT or GRE score, 8+ years of experience, managers, a clear career goal, essays, and recommendations. Aim for the upper end of each school's published score range rather than a single "cut-off" figure.

Test
GMAT / GRE
Experience
8+ years of experience, managers
Also assessed
Essays · Recs · Interview

Cost & scholarships

Plan for roughly S$80,000–S$130,000 all-in. Merit scholarships can significantly reduce this, and one-year formats save a full year of lost salary. Factor tuition, living costs, health insurance, and visa fees into your total budget.

Post-study work & visa

Employer-sponsored work passes in a pro-business hiring market. Work-visa certainty is often the biggest factor in whether a EMBA pays back, so weigh it alongside rankings and cost.

Career outcomes

Graduates from Singapore's top EMBA programs move into consulting, finance, technology and general management. Placement strength varies by school and by your target function — the schools above are strongest in finance, consulting, business analytics.

Frequently asked questions

Which are the best business schools in Singapore for a EMBA?

Top EMBA options in Singapore include NUS Business School. The right choice depends on your target career, budget and post-study work goals.

How much does a EMBA in Singapore cost?

Plan for roughly S$80,000–S$130,000 all-in. Scholarships can materially reduce this, and one-year formats lower total cost by cutting a year of lost salary.

Can international students work after a EMBA in Singapore?

Employer-sponsored work passes in a pro-business hiring market.

What are the admission requirements for a EMBA in Singapore?

Most programs expect a competitive GMAT or GRE, 8+ years of experience, managers, strong essays and recommendations, and a clear career goal. Top schools sit at the higher end of the score range.