nus asia-pacific executive mba brochure 2010

NUS BUSINESS SCHOOL | AsiA’s GlobAl business school

national university of singaporeA leading global university centred in Asia, the national university of singapore (nus) is singapore’s

flagship university, with a history spanning over 100 years. nus offers a global approach to education

and research, with a focus on Asian perspectives and expertise. its transformative education includes a

broad-based curriculum underscored by multi-disciplinary courses and cross-faculty enrichment, as well

as special programmes which allow students to realize their potential. over 30,000 students from 100

countries further enrich the community with their diverse social and cultural perspectives, making

campus life vibrant and exciting.

nus business schoolestablished in 1965, nus business school is known for its focus in providing management thought

leadership from an Asian perspective, enabling our students and corporate partners to leverage on the

best global knowledge and deep Asian insights to drive business growth in Asia and around the world.

This combination of global knowledge and Asian insights is reflected in all aspects of its research,

teaching and industry outreach. As Asia’s Global business school, nus business school is a leading

authority on business in Asia.

The school has consistently received top rankings in the Asia-Pacific region by independent publications

and agencies, such as Financial Times, economist intelligence unit, and Qs Top MbA, in recognition of

the quality of its programmes, faculty’s research as well as graduates.

The school is accredited by AAcsb international (Association to Advance collegiate schools of

business) and eQuis (european Quality improvement system) - an endorsement that the school has met

the highest standards for business education. With the school being the first and only business school in

Asia to be a full academic of ceMs (community of european Management schools), a global alliance of

management education, this would be another attraction to students as academic institutions in the

ceMs network are reputed to provide the highest standards of teaching and research.

Mochtar Riady buildingAn Iconic New Home for Asia’s Global Business School

nus business school has moved into its new flagship building, the Mochtar Riady building, located on a prominent site overlooking the road intersection between heng Mui Keng Terrace and Kent Ridge Drive.

n Association to Advance collegiate schools of business (AAcsb)

n executive MbA council (eMbAc)

n Partnership in Management (PiM)

n european Foundation of Management Development (eFMD)

n Graduate Management Admissions council (GMAc)

n community of european Management schools and international companies (ceMs)

Membership

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The nus Asia-Pacific executive (APeX) MbAThe Asia-Pacific executive MbA is one of the region’s most established

executive MbAs, designed with a unique strategic focus on Asia-

Pacific business within a global economy. it provides senior executives

with a rigorous and relevant management learning platform which is

minimally disruptive to career responsibilities. The programme has a

wide Asian geographical footprint where classes are conducted in

6 countries - singapore, india, indonesia, Philippines, china and

Vietnam. The professional and cultural diversity of students also

provide valuable peer-to-peer learning and networking opportunities

that complement the quality international curriculum.

n nus business school ranked Top 3 by Global Recruiters for MbA

Recruitment, QS Global 200 Business Schools 2009

n nus business school ranked 2nd in Asia and 52nd Worldwide for

Research – Top 100 Business School Research Ranking by University

of Texas (UTD) Dallas 2009

n nus business school is first in Asia to be a full time member of ceMs

(community of european Management schools)

n nus ranked amongst Top 3 universities – QS Asian University

Rankings (AUR) 2010

n nus ranked amongst Top 30 universities Worldwide – QS World

University Rankings 2009

n nus scores Platinum as a trusted brand – Reader’s Digest Trusted

Brands Survey 2010

Ranked 11th eMBA Worldwide• Ranked 1st Worldwide in international Participants

• Ranked 8th Worldwide in international course experience

- Financial Times 2009

Accolades

“ Participation in the nus eMbA allowed me to work with and get close to very interesting, diverse and enriching people”

Norbert MeuserGerman

Vice President Asia, Viscom AG Managing Director, Viscom Machine Vision Pte Ltd

Proud to be a member of

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MessagesWith the global financial climate looking much brighter this upcoming year, the spotlight rests on Asia which is growing at an exponential rate. its increasingly wealthy population has been fuelling the world’s demand for consumer goods and commanding impressive innovations. Many have described the current times as “The Asian century”.

nus business school, nestled in the heart of Asia - singapore, is the ideal place to learn about doing business in the Asia-Pacific through a global curriculum. in addition to leveraging our location advantage, you will get to visit five other thriving key cities across Asia for a first-hand experience of the business, political, cultural and social environment.

The Asia-Pacific executive MbA provides the perfect platform for you to learn and network with other global business leaders. You can expect to forge tight knitted bonds with participants from over 25 nationalities and 25 industries in different functional areas. in this programme, you will be exposed to diverse perspectives, both globally and from Asia. learning in and out of the classroom is both as rigorous and dynamic – because like you, your peers are high potential individuals on the fast track. These individuals have lived or worked in Asia for many years and they bring their extensive and unique experiences to the classroom. Most of our 110-strong faculty come from the world’s top universities, possessing strong research and teaching capabilities and extensive consulting experiences, fusing the latest business knowledge coupled with real life applications. i am happy to welcome you to the Mochtar Riady building – the new home of nus business school. its state-of-the art facilities will provide a more conducive environment for you to learn from and with your peers.

The journey of a thousand miles starts with a step. You have boldly taken that first step to find out about the Asia-Pacific executive MbA and invest in the best talent that you know – yourself. congratulations!

Professor Bernard YeungDean and Stephen Riady Distinguished ProfessorNUS Business School

The Asia-Pacific executive (APeX) MbA is one of the region’s most established executive MbAs, a unique global programme with a strategic focus on Asia-Pacific business, now going into its 15th year. Ranked 11th eMbA Worldwide by the Financial Times in 2009, it boasts a distinguished and professionally diverse alumni network of over 400 senior executives from the Americas to Australasia, imparting peer-to-peer learning and networking opportunities enhanced by the quality and reputation of a distinguished international faculty from some of the leading PhD programmes in the world.

our executive MbA programme is designed with the busy executive in mind, providing an optimal learning platform with minimal disruptions to career responsibilities. The rich professional, gender and industry diversity of every incoming cohort provides a wonderful opportunity for cross-cultural sharing and engagement. The modules are taught in 2-week study segments every 3 months beginning in June and ending in october the following year, conducted in singapore and five additional countries - china, india, indonesia, Philippines and Vietnam. The strong Asia-Pacific geographic footprint is testimony of our commitment to meet global executives’ and entrepreneurs’ needs for a quality international curriculum that addresses the challenges of doing business in Asia. i invite you to a unique and rewarding learning journey with the APeX MbA, a programme that integrates the best of management theories and practices from east and West, designed for business leaders who embrace both globalization and glocalization, and who seek a particular focus on the Asia-Pacific region.

Associate Professor Prem ShamdasaniAcademic Director, Asia-Pacific Executive MBA ProgrammeAssociate Dean, Executive EducationNUS Business School

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The NUS ASiA-PAcific execUTive MBA

chairman

Mr S Dhanabalan

chairman, Temasek holdings (Pte) ltd

Member, council of Presidential Advisors

Member, Presidential council for Minority Rights

Alumni, nus

Deputy chairman

Mr Hsieh Fu Hua

President & executive Director, Temasek holdings (Pte) ltd

co-Founder & Adviser, PrimePartners Group of companies

Member, nus board of Trustees

board Member, Government of singapore investment corporation

Alumni, nus business school

Members (in alphabetical order)

Ms Euleen Goh

non-executive chairman, singapore international Foundation

independent director of several listed companies in singapore & the united Kingdom

Mr Hsieh Tsun Yan

special Advisor, McKinsey & co

Founder, McKinsey centre for Asian leadership

independent Director, sony corp

Mr Liew Mun Leong

President & ceo, capitaland Group

chairman, changi Airport Group (singapore) Pte ltd

Alumni, nus

Mr Tan Soo Jin

Partner & Director

Amrop hever Group/Gattie-Tan soo Jin Management consultants Pte ltd

Management Advisory boardComprising prominent business leaders, corporate chiefs and alumni, the Management Advisory Board provides strategic advice and guidance to the Dean and the leadership of NUS Business School.

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Insights for The FutureThe consequence of cross-continental economic expansion is an exponential growth of worldwide

technologies that creates a huge knowledge base, which, since it arises from a global fount, naturally bears distinctive and varying geographic characteristics.

NUS BUSINESS SCHOOL | AsIA’s GlobAl busIness school

This ever-evolving scenario naturally sees increasing differences in

the way businesses are conducted, calling for a bridging of these

variances. The Asia-Pacific executive MbA programme is thus an

effort to explicate actual, unique business experiences and practices,

broadening awareness and understanding of differing trends and

situations, to imbue an insightful grounding so that participants

may prepare to engage the future creatively.

Experience Six Residential Segments in Six Countries Across Asia

Programme Highlights Ranked 11th eMbA Worldwide by Financial Times eMbA

Ranking 2009

Member of the executive MbA council

Global curriculum, Asia-Pacific content

Diversity in nationalities & industries

Rich peer-to-peer learning

Wide geographical footprint with overseas residential segments

- singapore, India, Indonesia, Philippines, china, Vietnam

six intensive 2-week segments held 3 months apart over 16 months

Ideal for frequent travellers, optimal learning with minimal career

disruptions

Programme Details Provides the knowledge and skills to position leaders at the fore-

front of increasingly competitive business environments

The opportunity to connect and establish a strong international

network with top executives from a wide range of functions and

industries

First-hand contact and insights from business leaders on various

disciplines

exposure to an experienced faculty with strong expertise on

business in the Asia-Pacific

Direct exposure to business in six promising Asian economies

through overseas residential segments

China

Philippines

Vietnam

India

Indonesia

SINGAPORE

“I treasure APeX most for the peer-to-peer studying and sharing opportunities across a

diverse group of talented people from different backgrounds,

countries, and companies - be it sMes or Mncs.”

Eric TengSingaporean

CEO (Property) Straits Trading Company Ltd

Advisor, Tan Chin Tuan Foundation

16Average Work Experience

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cosmopolitan RefinementIn the ongoing evolution of world business, cosmopolitan refinement can only be brought about via cross-cultural perspectives, which positively encourage enlightened relationships. The contribution of our international seasoned business leaders grants wider exposure to diverse values and experiences, therein fostering a mature objectivity indispensible to sound, universal management.

40years years23%

Manufacturing 17%

Telecommunication & Information services 11%

healthcare & Pharmaceutical 9%

education 7%

Financial services 7%

energy Resources - Petroleum, Gas, Wind 6%

IT 5%

Government 5%

hospitality, Food & beverages 5%

electronics 5%

semiconductor 4%

Transportation & logistics 4%

others: 15%

• Aerospace

• biotechnology

• chemical

• construction

• Marine

• Media & Publishing

• Merger & Acquisitions

• Philantrophy

• Professional services

• Trading

Profile of Participants from Intake 16, 17, 18 and 19

Average Age Percentage of Female

41%Singapore

35%Asiabangladesh

brunei

china

India

Indonesia

Japan

Malaysia

Myanmar

Philippines

south Korea

Thailand

Vietnam

12%EuropeDenmark

France

Germany

holland

Ireland

Italy

norway

switzerland

united Kingdom

5%Oceania & AfricaAustralia

new Zealand

south Africa

7%AmericasArgentina

brazil

canada

Mexico

Peru

united states

Countries Represented Industries Represented (%)

Intake 18, from left to right:

Sandy Ogata, Peruvian, export Marketing Manager, siang May Pte ltd

Stanley S. Lee, Korean, ceo, stanley & Associates (hong Kong) limited

Lim Shio Hwi, singaporean, executive Director, builders hub Pte ltd

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clear Affirmation Our graduates’ personal experiences speak volumes for the wealth of knowledge they have acquired and rich networks they have developed in participating in this programme.

“ in pursuit of professional and

personal excellence and

fulfillment, this APeX voyage

has poised me well to navigate

uncharted waters ahead.

highly recommended!”

CindySim,Singaporean Assistant Director (HR) Maritime & Port Authority of Singapore

“ i was drawn towards taking up the

nus eMbA program because of its

academic reputation, ‘modular’

set-up and Asia Pacific focus. i had

a strong desire to learn the latest

business concepts, theories and

tools that would give me a com-

petitive edge in the workplace, all

of which i acquired after several

segments into the program.”

AlvicJosol,Filipino Regional Program Planner Shell Downstream One Project

“The bonus is that at the end

of the course not only are you

a ‘richer’ professional, but

you end up with a unique

assemblage of friends.”

SergioCravedi,ItalianVice President

Business Development (AP)DHL Global Mail

"indeed, while Academically

grounded, the programme

offered many Practical and

experiential opportunities to

make it a truly eXtraordinary

MbA experience for me.”

DrWongMunLoke,Singaporean

Deputy Director Youth Health Division

Health Promotion Board

“ The programme has widened my

network tremendously. it has just

the right mix of singaporean and

international participants, from

multinationals and sMes. As an

employee of a government agency

dealing with sMes, this experience

will prove invaluable when

designing or implementing

policies.”

EdwinChow,Singaporean Director, SPRING Singapore

“ The nus eMbA has equipped me

with much more than i had

anticipated before embarking on

the programme. The faculty’s

teachings have provided extremely

valuable and pertinent lessons

essential for successful navigation

of business issues within the Asia

Pacific region and beyond.”

MarkJenkinson,British Senior Legal Counsel (Asia Pacific) Petroleum Geo-Services

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“ it cannot be overstated the value of

meeting so many successful and

diverse individuals in one place on a

regular basis. i have learned as much

from my classmates as i have done

from the more formal teaching on

the course. The friends and

networks established during the

course will endure long after the

graduation ceremony.”

AlexBrigden,British Vice President Projects Teekay Petrojarl

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shared WisdomConsidering that the reality of a global economy requires varying yet appropriate responses to contrasting cultures and viewpoints,

the NUS Asia-Pacific Executive MBA programme fosters better understanding by gathering practical, real world business

know-how from experienced professionals across a spectrum of functions, disciplines and sectors. The programme’s curricular

enrichment ultimately elevates the benchmark for senior manage-ment in the scope of their academic and scholastic fulfillments.

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LeAderShiP & MANAgeriAL SkiLLS MANAgeMeNT & OrgANiSATiON

cOrPOrATe STrATegy

deciSiON & riSk ANALySiS LOgiSTicS & OPerATiONS MANAgeMeNT

The BUSiNeSS eNvirONMeNT iN ASiA

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AccOUNTiNg & MANAgeMeNT Of fiNANciAL reSOUrceS LegAL iSSUeS iN BUSiNeSS

Lawrence Wong (Singaporean)• PhD, university of

Michigan

Michael frese (german)• PhD, Technical university of berlin

chang Sea-Jin (korean)• PhD, Wharton school,

university of Pennsylvania

Jayanth Narayanan (indian)• PhD, london business school

Singfat chu-chun-Lin (Mauritian)• PhD, university of british columbia

hum Sin hoon (Singaporean)• PhD, university of california

ivan Png (Singaporean)• PhD, stanford Graduate school of business

Mark goh (Singaporean)• PhD, university of Adelaide

rachel davis (indian)• PhD, university of illinois at

urbana-champaign

Wong Poh kam (Singaporean)• PhD, Massachusetts institute of Technology

Andrew delios (canadian)• PhD, Richard ivey school of business,

university of Western ontario

Jochen Wirtz (german)• PhD, london business school

Prem Shamdasani (Singaporean)• PhD, university of southern california

Ashok charan (Singaporean)• MbA, indian institute of Management

(iiM) calcutta

ho yew kee (Singaporean)• PhD, carnegie Mellon university

Susanna Leong (Singaporean)• llM, university of london

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curriculumThe Asia-Pacific Executive MBA is a graduate programme, leading to the award of the degree of “Master of Business Administration”. The structure, format and content of the curriculum have been designed to meet the needs of senior executives.

BME 5001 Leadership & Managerial SkillsThis module combines comparative (east-West) sociological and

psychological perspectives on management. The integration of the

various perspectives for the participant's personal and leadership

development will be highlighted. The emphasis in this module is to

enable participants to understand and apply social knowledge and

skills needed to deliver their leadership roles and responsibilities at

the senior and top levels of the enterprise.

BME 5002 Corporate Strategycorporate strategy will focus on the work of the general manager

as the head of a business entity, corporation, business, division or

plant. The module concentrates on the skills and actions required of

the general manager for the development, communication and

implementation of strategic organisational choices in the context

of complex business situations. The module will focus on the

concept, development and implementation of business strategy in

organisations.

BME 5003 Decision & Risk AnalysisThe module promotes a scientific paradigm for complex

managerial decisions such as problem formulation, model building,

selection of analytical tools and formulation of managerial

initiatives ensuing from the results. Through this training highlight-

ing “system 2 thinking” , which is methodological, unemotional

and effortful over many applications, participants will be better

positioned to carry out and communicate business analyses on their

own as well as evaluate work undertaken by specialists, analysts

and consultants. Participants will gain intensive hands-on exposure

to contemporary software packages useful towards solving

problems in Decision and Risk Analysis (evaluation of strategies,

risks and payoffs), Data Mining (exploratory and analytical cRM),

Forecasting (adaptive estimation of trend and seasonal indices)

and optimisation (revenue management, cash flow, staffing,

marketing metrics and supply chain).

BME 5004 The Business Environment in AsiaThis module provides an economic foundation for the understand-

ing of the business environment. it begins with macroeconomic

indicators and their determinants; and then, the tools of macroeco-

nomic management (monetary, fiscal and exchange rate policies).

it follows with techniques of modern microeconomic analysis -

strategic thinking, asymmetric information and externalities - and

their application to managerial decision-making. The module next

focuses on economic modernisation in Asia with special attention

to associated political and social dynamics. concepts covered

include: Modernisation, industrialisation and economic

Development, economic Analysis and Measurement, Trade and

Foreign Direct investment, Demographics, urbanisation,

Government and Politics. These concepts are taught within a

framework which students apply toward country analysis.

BME 5005 International BusinessThis module provides an understanding of cross-border economic

activities, especially international trade and foreign direct invest-

ment. This part also examines how culture and politics influence the

processes and outcomes of international business, especially the

contemporary socio-political economy of trade and investment.

other topics include international monetary system, regional

economic integration and the strategy and structure of

multinational enterprises. The aim is to sensitise the student to a

wide array of concepts that, when taken together, explain the

phenomenon of globalisation.

BME 5006 Strategic Marketing & Brand ManagementThis unique and integrated marketing module which is taught in

two different countries at different stages of market development,

is designed for experienced, senior executives who not only wish to

learn about the latest conceptual frameworks and analytical tools

to better understand customers, markets and brands, but who also

value experiential learning opportunities from visits and dialogue

sessions with senior management from companies with regional

and global operations. A good mix of case studies from Asia-Pacific

and globally underpins the core objective of providing a strategic

and cross-cultural perspective to the challenges and opportunities

of successfully marketing and branding products/ services in global

and multi-media environments. This in turn is predicated on a

sound understanding of the basic marketing management

process that delivers superior customer value in diverse and

changing markets.

BME 5007 Accounting & Management of Financial ResourcesThis module presents an overview of the principles of both

accounting and financial management with a view to providing

executives, who may not possess prior accounting or financial

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“ The faculty refreshed my learnings and met my expectations on learning the best of east and west albeit some rather unconventional approaches in leadership. The relevant, well thought through curriculum has contributed positively to my career. in addition, the class was enriching with experienced classmates sharing their experience on doing business in Asia. i especially enjoyed the opportunity to see it working in real life on our visits to various Asian companies. Most memorable was seeing opportunities and challenges of emerging Asia unfold in real color on our trip to Thailand.”

Chun Kwong Chee Malaysian Director of Planning & Control Trend Micro Inc.

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training, with an understanding of accounting and financial

management concepts. Topics include: the uses and limitations of

accounting information for decision making and performance

evaluation; knowledge of financial resource management; the

role of managers in maximising the financial value of the firm; the

standard techniques of financial analysis and control; financial

markets and the environment in which businesses operate;

valuation and capital budgeting; capital structure and the cost of

capital; the choice of sources of financing; and the management of

current assets and liabilities of the firm.

BME 5008 Management & OrganisationThis module deals with the skills and responsibilities necessary for

successful management in 21st century organisations. The primary

emphasis is on designing and managing organisations and on

senior executive effectiveness. The module addresses how creating

a flexible, dynamic structure can aid in achieving organisational and

personal advantages through faster decision making, improved

interdepartmental and intercompany collaboration, and learning. it

focuses on the role of senior managers, the skills needed to be

successful leaders and the tools available to them to aid in this

effort. Paramount in the list of skills is effective negotiation. This

module will be largely experiential, providing participants with the

opportunity to develop their skills by engaging in case discussions,

negotiations, and integrating their experiences with the principles

presented in the assigned readings and course discussions. This

course is designed to foster learning through doing, and to explore

the student's own talents, skills, and abilities as a leader and as a

negotiator. some of the topics covered include: boundaryless

organisations, information sharing, training, reward systems,

distributive negotiations, thinking win-win, principles of influence,

persuasion and multi-party negotiations.

BME 5009 Logistics & Operations ManagementThe primary objectives of the module are to provide an introduction

to and an understanding of the substantive knowledge which has

developed over the years in the fields of logistics and operations

Management, and to highlight the current relevance and strategic

significance of the logistics and operations function in any given

enterprise, especially in the Asian context.

BME 5010 Management of Technology & InnovationModules offered under this heading address topics relating to the

management of technology in a wide range of contexts, based on a

broad conception of technology. While the specific choice of topics

may vary from one cohort to the next, typical topics include the

management of innovation and new product development;

managing technical professionals; corporate technology strategy;

management of advanced manufacturing technologies; manage-

ment of information technologies; managing entrepreneurship

and new venture development; management of R&D; economics

of technological change; technological assessment and forecast-

ing; international technology transfer; project management and

control; government science and technology policy analysis; and

management of software projects.

BME 5011 Contemporary Issues in Asian BusinessThis course will address one or more of a range of important topics

and issues in the management of Asian organisations. services

Marketing, creating and marketing value in today’s increasingly

service and knowledge-based economy, requires an understanding

of intangible assets, and the development and implementation of a

coherent service strategy to transform these assets into improved

business performance.

This module focuses on acquiring, serving and retaining customers

- the most important of these intangible assets. corporate

Governance (cG) has been defined as a set of relationships

between a company’s management, its board, shareholders, the

community at large as well as other stakeholders, providing the

structure through which the objectives for the company are set and

the means of attaining those objectives and monitoring perfor-

mance are determined. The objective of this course is to provide a

solid understanding of cG from an international perspective - with

a focus on Asia - drawing from the insights of academia, regulators

and practitioners.

BME 5012 Thinking Creatively & StrategicallyModules offered under this heading address the concerns and

developmental needs of senior executives with responsibility

for the overall success of their organisations. Typical topics

include: thinking creatively and strategically; global strategic

management; managing value-creation through strategy; the

strategic management of information technology; managing the

Government-Government interface; managing external relations;

and managing inter-firm relations and strategic alliances.

BME 5014 Legal Issues In BusinessThis module seeks to impart an understanding of how legal

considerations and implications affect the conduct of business

across national boundaries. it gives essential exposure to commer-

cial contracts and international sales as the agreed basis of doing

business and the vehicle for business planning and dispute

resolution, the applicable law and forum for cross-border disputes

and the most expedient and cost effective ways of resolving them.

Also included are topical issues in intellectual property and interna-

tional trade; competition law and market regulations. Throughout

the sessions, case studies will be extensively used to highlight real

world business problems, their resolution and the commercial

lessons that may be learnt.

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schedule of Residential segments The Asia-Pacific Executive MBA programme consists of 13 modules, conducted over six 2-week intensive overseas residential segments. Your commitment over the next 16 months (June 2011 to October 2012).

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SINgAPORE INDIA

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SINgAPORE INDONESIA

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SINgAPORE PhILIPPINES

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SINgAPORE ChINA

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Modules of Study• leadership & Managerial skills

• Decision & Risk Analysis

Modules of Study• The business environment in Asia

• Management & organization

Modules of Study• Accounting & Management of

Financial Resources• strategic Marketing &

brand Management

Modules of Study• corporate strategy

• legal issues in business• international business

Modules of Study• logistics & operations Management

• Management of Technology & innovation

Modules of Study• contemporary issues in

Asian business • Thinking creatively & strategically

intake 18, from top to bottom: Susan Chong, Malaysian, ceo, Greenpac (s) Pte ltd | Taizo Kawazoe, Japanese, customer Account Manager, Delphi Automotive systems Japan ltd | Gitanjali Gandhiok, indian, coo, egon Zehnder information & Research services (eZiRs)

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Admission Requirements and Application GuideAdmission Requirements Educational Background

A bachelor's degree or equivalent from a regionally accredited

institution

Working Experience

Minimum 10 years of full time work experience after first degree

holds senior position or has the potential to assume senior

managerial position in the near future

Admission Interview

shortlisted candidates may be invited to attend an interview

(in person or via telephone for overseas candidates)

Others

ToeFl | ielTs is required if the medium of instruction during

undergraduate studies was not in english

A good GMAT score may be required on a case-by-case basis

Admission to the nus eMbA will be subjected to an overall evalua-

tion of the participant's profile, including a medical examination

Programme Fee The Application Fee is s$200 (non-refundable)

The Tuition Fee is s$95,000 which covers instruction, study materials

and most meals during the residential segment. The Acceptance Fee

upon taking up our offer is s$10,000, and will be credited into your

tuition fee should you matriculate with us. The rest of the tuition fee

will be payable in four (4) installments.

Fees Amount Payment Date

Acceptance Fee $10,000 upon admission

Tuition Fee (1st payment) $30,000 by Apr 2011

Tuition Fee (2nd payment) $20,000 by oct 2011

Tuition Fee (3rd payment) $20,000 by Apr 2012

Tuition Fee (4th payment) $15,000 by Jun 2012

other expenses which are excluded from the tuition fee would be

for flight and accommodation borne by the participant estimated

at s$35,000

How to Apply online Application and Guidelines available at

www.apexe.nus.edu

supporting documents to be sent in by email | courier

Paper Application and Guidelines as per attached in this brochure

The entire package, including supporting documents, to be sent in

by email | courier

Continuous Admissions and Application DeadlineWe have a continuous admission process. Applications are reviewed

in the order received and admission offers are made on a continuous

basis.

Application deadline for receipt of all application materials:

31 March 2011

ChecklistTo be sent in ONE package:

completed Application Form & 2 essays

updated Resume

2 Referee Reports

(to be submitted directly to nus business school by your referees)

Academic Transcripts (copies sent by you + originals from your

university to be sent directly to nus business school), to be

translated and verified by notary public if not in english

Passport sized Photo (preferably white background - 35mm wide

by 45mm, minimum 300dpi if send via email)

copy of Passport (for singaporean, please include copy of nRic)

Application fee of s$200

business card

company corporate brochure (if available)

Recommendation letters (if available)

softcopy downloads of the application form can be obtained from

www.apexe.nus.edu

Payment can be made by:

credit card

cheque | bank Draft made out in favour of NATIONAL UNIVERSITY OF SINGAPORE

Please send your application package to:

NUS Business School

Asia-Pacific Executive MBA (English)

Mochtar Riady Building, Level 4, 15 Kent Ridge Drive, Singapore 119245

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THE NUS ASIA-PACIFIC ExECUTIVE MBA

“ With the growth in the Asian economies and the importance it will have in the world economy it has been important for me to develop professional and cultural skills for doing business in Asia. i have gained great insights from the varied experiences of my classmates and the networking opportunities. The nus eMbA has strengthen my academic foundation which i believe i will gain from. i expect to use my new skills and contacts in my career in europe.”

Tine Austvoll Jensen Norwegian Executive Modern Times Group Norway

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Roadshows and information sessionsWe would be glad to meet you personally at any of our roadshows and information sessions we conduct globally.

For updates, other details or to register for the events, please visit www.apexe.nus.edu

02 oct sat singapore

03 nov Wed Tokyo

11 nov Thu Taipei

16 nov Tue bangkok

18 nov Thu Manila

20 nov sat brunei

24 nov Wed ho chi Minh city

27 nov sat singapore

04 Dec sat Kuala lumpur

06 Dec Wed new Delhi

08 Dec Thu Mumbai

08 Jan sat singapore

22 Jan sat Jakarta

19 Feb sat singapore

10 Mar Thu singapore

26 Mar sat singapore

Application deadline: 31 Mar 2011* Please note that dates are subjected to change

2010

2011

“Asia is the continent where business is going to flourish over the next decades.

having my basic training in europe and from a european perspective, this nus

eMbA offered me the necessary insights and knowledge in doing business in Asia

and with Asia in order to prepare me better and to assure a further growth of lotus bakeries in this part of the world.

The unique formula of teaching and exchange of experiences amongst

high-level executive peers gives me the necessary insights and network for our future developments in Asia-Pacific.”

Bart BauwensBelgian

Director Export, Lotus Bakeries Intake 15

Class of 2008

For more informaition, visit apexe.nus.edu

“ Experience varsity life again – it’s even better this time round!”

PaulCourtneyIrish

Chief Operating Officer

Swiss Life PPLI

Intake 16

Class of 2009

NUS Business School Asia-Pacific Executive MBA (English)

Mochtar Riady Building, Level 4

15 Kent Ridge Drive

Singapore 119245

Tel : (65) 6516 7800

Fax : (65) 6775 9097

Email : [email protected]

apexe.nus.edu

AcAdemic QuAlificAtions

PersonAl Profile

Name as Per Passport (Underline Family Name, First & Middle Name):

_________________________________________________ Citizenship: _____________________ Singapore PR Yes No

Identification Number: __________________________ Passport Number: _________________________ Marital Status: ____________

Gender: Male Female Place of Birth: ___________________________ Date of Birth (DD/MM/YY): _____________

Main Email: ___________________________________________ Alternative Email: __________________________________________

Mobile: ( ) _____________________ Home: ( ) _________________________ Office: ( ) _______________________

Mailing Address: ________________________________________________________________________________________________

_______________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Permanent Address: ______________________________________________________________________________________________

_______________________________________________________________________________________________________________

In your opinion, did your university grades accurately reflect your abilities? If no, please explain

_______________________________________________________________________________________________________________

List Certificates, Professional Degrees & Memberships that you currently hold

_______________________________________________________________________________________________________________

List the most important educational institutions attended in reverse chronological order:

Start: (MM/YY) ________________ End: (MM/YY) ________________ Name of Institution: ___________________________________

City: _______________________ Qualification Obtained: ________________________ Major: _______________________________

Grade Obtained (GPA): ______________ Medium of Instruction: English Other (please specify): __________________

Start: (MM/YY) ________________ End: (MM/YY) ________________ Name of Institution: ___________________________________

City: _______________________ Qualification Obtained: ________________________ Major: _______________________________

Grade Obtained (GPA): ______________ Medium of Instruction: English Other (please specify): __________________

Application Form Softcopy of all forms can be downloaded from www.apexe.nus.edu.


(For shipment of course-related documents and materials)

others

Source of Financing for the NUS Executive MBA Programme : Self Finance Company Sponsorship ___________%

Others __________________________________________

Have you ever been suspended or dismissed from any university? YES NO

Have you ever been retrenched or fired from any company? YES NO

Do you have any special medical condition that may require specific assistance YES NO

from the university?

Have you ever been declared a bankrupt or convicted of any crime? YES NO

(If yes to any of the above, please explain on a separate sheet)

PersonAl AccolAdes

emPloyment history

List Achievements Attained, whether Academic, Professional or Personal, such as Scholarships, Awards, Publications & Other Honours

_______________________________________________________________________________________________________________

_______________________________________________________________________________________________________________

List Extracurricular & Community Activities that you were actively involved in, highlighting those in which you hold positions

_______________________________________________________________________________________________________________

_______________________________________________________________________________________________________________

current employment:

Total Full Time Work Experience (Yrs): _____________________ Total Managerial Experience (Yrs): ______________________

Start: (MM/YY) _______________ End: (MM/YY) _______________ Name of Company: ____________________________________

Industry: ________________________________________________ Designation: ___________________________________________

City: ___________________________________________________ Country: ______________________________________________

Annual Basic Compensation (US$): _________________________ Annual Performance | Sales Bonus (US$): __________________

Number of Direct Reports: ________________ Designation of the Individual to whom you report: ______________________________

Number of Employees in Company: _________ Annual Sales Volume (US$): ________________ Asset Value (US$): ________________

Listed Company (If yes, please name Stock Exchange): __________________________________________________________________

Job Responsibilities: ______________________________________________________________________________________________

International Exposure (Residence, Study or On-site Employment) in order of importance:

country Duration (Months) Activity

_______________________________________________________________________________________________________________

_______________________________________________________________________________________________________________

_______________________________________________________________________________________________________________

_______________________________________________________________________________________________________________


(Kindly include other relevant previous employment record in your resume)

feedbAcK

Past or Current NUS EMBA candidate –

Newspaper –

Magazine –

Advice of a Professor –

Friend at the University –

Colleague at work –

Business associate –

Promotional material mailed to me –

Others –

essAys

referees

Referee 1:

Name of Referee: ________________________________________________________________________________________________

Relationship of the referee to the applicant: ________________________________ __Duration known the applicant for (Yrs): __________

Name of Company: ______________________________________________________________________________________________

Designation: ___________________________________________________ Email: __________________________________________

Mobile: ( ) ____________________________________ Alternative Tel: ( ) ________________________________________

Referee 2:

Name of Referee: ________________________________________________________________________________________________

Relationship of the referee to the applicant: ________________________________ __Duration known the applicant for (Yrs): __________

Name of Company: ______________________________________________________________________________________________

Designation: ___________________________________________________ Email: __________________________________________

Mobile: ( ) ____________________________________ Alternative Tel: ( ) ________________________________________

Begin each essay on a separate sheet of paper. Essays must be typed and should be no longer than 500 words each.

How would you define yourself and what would you want to achieve as a leader?

Why did you decide to do an EMBA programme and what can you contribute to the class?


___________________________________________________

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___________________________________________________

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How did you first find out about the NUS Asia-Pacific Executive MBA Programme? Please specify

Have you attended our information session? YES NO If yes, which city? ________________________________

declArAtion

checKlist

I certify that all information in this application is accurate and that I authored the essays myself. I authorise all entities to provide relevant

information to the National University of Singapore for use in considering my application and waive any required notice to me. I under-

stand and agree that any misrepresentation or omission of facts from my application may justify denial of admission, its cancellation, or

expulsion from the NUS Executive MBA Programme.

Name: ____________________________________ Signature: _________________________________ Date: ____________________

All informAtion on this APPlicAtion is confidentiAl to the cAndidAte And nus business school

APPlicATioN DeADliNe: 31 March 2011

Application package to be sent by email | courier to:

NUS Business School asia-Pacific Executive MBa (English)

Mochtar Riady Building, level 4 15 Kent Ridge Drive, Singapore 119245

email : [email protected]


To be sent in ONE package:

Completed Application Form & 2 Essays

Updated Resume

2 Referee Reports (to be submitted directly to NUS Business School by your referees)

Academic Transcripts (copies sent by you + originals from your university to be sent directly to NUS Business School),

to be translated and verified by notary public if not in English

Passport Sized Photo (preferably white background - 35mm wide by 45mm, minimum 300dpi if send via email)

Copy of Passport (for Singaporean, please include copy of NRIC)

Application fee of S$200

Business Card

Company Corporate Brochure (if available)

Recommendation Letters (if available)

To The applicanT

To be compleTed by applicanT

Name of applicant: ______________________________________________________ Designation: ___________________________

Address: ______________________________________________________________________________________________________

______________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Tel No: ____________________________ Fax No: ______________________________ E-mail: _______________________________

Signature: ______________________________________________________________ Date: _________________________________

Name: _________________________________________________________________ Designation: ___________________________ (This must be the applicant’s CEO or Head of Human Resources)

Company’s Name: ______________________________________________________________________________________________

Address: ______________________________________________________________________________________________________

______________________________________________________________________________________________________________


What benefit to your organization would you ideally like to see arising from your sponsorship (financial or otherwise) of this applicant:

______________________________________________________________________________________________________________

______________________________________________________________________________________________________________

______________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Given the demands made by this graduate degree program on your time (12 weeks of mandatory attendance at residential segments,

combined with independent study), it is essential that you have the full support of your employer to pursue this program of study.

Please have the Chief Executive Officer or the Head of Human Resources of your organization complete this form, which will constitute

an undertaking by your employer that you will be relieved of all normal duties during the six residential segments of the NUS EMBA

Programme.

To be compleTed by applicanT’s ceo or head of human resources

On behalf of our organization, in which the above-named applicant is an employee, and in my capacity as an officer, I hereby support

this application. I confirm that our organization will grant him/ her relief from normal duties to attend classes, which I understand will

be held on an in-residence basis both in and outside Singapore, and to enable him/ her to fulfil any other academic requirements that

may be determined by The National University of Singapore.

Tuition Fee: None Partial Full (Please check one)

Travel and Accommodation: None Partial Full (Please check one)

Corporate Sponsorship


Referee ReportName of Applicant: ________________________________________________________________________________________

Company: ________________________________________________ Designation: ___________________________________

Email: ____________________________________________________ Mobile Number: ( ) _________________________

Programme: _______________________________________________ Intake: _______________________________________

To be completed by the referee:

1. Relationship of the referee to the applicant: _________________________________________________________________________

2. How long have you known the applicant? __________________________________________________________________________

The above mentioned applicant is applying for admission to the Asia-Pacific Executive Master of Business Administration programme at the National University of Singapore (NUS) which admits senior executives with a degree and at least 10 years of work experience. The Selection Committee would appreciate receiving your confidential evaluation of the applicant's managerial potential and preparation for postgraduate study. Note that you may be contacted to provide verifi-cation or clarification on your report.

3. How would you rate the applicant among executives at a similar level whom you have known in recent years? Please ( ✓ )

4. Please indicate with a ✓ your evaluation of this applicant on the following dimensions:

Unable to Judge Poor (Bottom 15%) Average (Middle 40%)

Good (Top 30%) Outstanding (Top 10%) Exceptional (Top 5%)

Intellectual Ability

Sense of Ethics & Integrity

Competency & Efficiency

Energy & Drive

Leadership Potential

Ability to work in a Team

Creativity & Imagination

Presentability & Communication Skills

Potential for Career Advancement

Poor Average Good VeryGood Excellent UnabletoObserve

5. In your opinion, what is the candidate’s potential career advancement or contributions in his organisation / industry / society in the

next five years?

____________________________________________________________________________________________________________

6. From what you understand of the applicant, what are his / her main motivations or interests in life?

____________________________________________________________________________________________________________

ThENUSASiA-PAcificExEcUTiVEMBA

7. The Selection Committee would appreciate your candid assessment and comments on the applicant’s strengths & weaknesses,

ability to complete a serious programme of graduate study and potential to become a responsible and successful industry leader

(you may attach a separate sheet).

____________________________________________________________________________________________________________

____________________________________________________________________________________________________________

____________________________________________________________________________________________________________

____________________________________________________________________________________________________________

____________________________________________________________________________________________________________

____________________________________________________________________________________________________________

8. Please ( ✓ )

I do not recommend I recommend with reservation I recommend I strongly recommend

that the above named be granted admission to the Asia-Pacific Executive MBA programme which leads to the degree of Master of

Business Administration from the National University of Singapore.

The applicant’s package will be deemed complete and ready for review only if two referee reports are sent in, complete with an application form and the required set of supporting documents. To help expedite this applicant’s package for review, we would appreciate that you com-plete this report and send it in as soon as possible. Thank you for your attention and time.

By Courier:NUS Business School

Asia-Pacific Executive MBA (English)

Mochtar Riady Building, Level 4

15 Kent Ridge Drive, Singapore 119245

By Email through the official work email address of

the referee: [email protected]

To the Referee:Please do not return this form to the applicant. Kindly attach your business card to the referee report.

After enclosing your report, please seal the envelope, sign across the seal and return your report to the office through

one of the following ways:

Name of Referee: ________________________________________________________________________________________________

Name of Company: _______________________________________________ Designation: ___________________________________

Email : __________________________________________________________ Mobile: ( ) _________________________________

Alternative Tel: ( ) _________________________________________________________ Kindly attach your business card

ThENUSASiA-PAcificExEcUTiVEMBA

To The RegisTRaR/officeR-in-chaRge

To The applicanT

Please complete this section of the form and send it to the Registrar (or relevant person-in-charge) of the University from which you are

requesting your transcripts.

Name of applicant: _________________________________________________________________ Date of Birth: ________________

Address: ______________________________________________________________________________________________________

______________________________________________________________________________________________________________


University: ____________________________________ Date of enrolment: From ___________________ to ___________________

Degree and date of conferment: ___________________________________________________________________________________

1. The person whose name appears above is applying for admission to our higher degree programme.

2. The application cannot be considered without an official transcript of academic records submitted by your university. This transcript

must bear the stamp of your university and the name and signature of the Registrar or another authorised person.

3. Subject to the rules governing your university, the transcript should include:

a. Date of enrolment d. Rank in class

b. A list of all subjects or courses taken (with date), e. Interpretation or explanation of the grades,

and the grades obtained in each subject/course marks or scores

c. Title of degree or diploma awarded and date of conferment

4. If the transcript is in a language other than english, please provide an official translation.

5. Do noT ReTURn To applicanT. Please send the official transcript together with this form to:

6. We would appreciate receiving the transcript before 31 March 2011.

(for intake 20 commencing on June 2011)

Transcript Request Form

NUS Business School Asia-Pacific Executive MBA (English)

Mochtar Riady Building, Level 4 15 Kent Ridge Drive, Singapore 119245

Email : [email protected] | Tel: (65) 6516 7800

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