The MITB Programme Master of IT

The definitive Master of IT in Business (MITB)

programme will give you an unparalleled
edge with the knowledge of data, processes,
Up-to-Date Curriculum Capstone Project/Internship in Business
technologies and management strategies. Constant revision and addition of Students can apply and integrate what
With three unique specialisation tracks to new course units into the curriculum they have learnt and gain real-world Leading Intelligent
choose from, you will be poised to lead the keeps us in sync with market trends, working experience. Business Transformation
industry in a time of transformation. technology and practices.

MITB

MASTERS
Industry Partners World-Class Faculty
Financial Artificial Strong industry partners provide Programmes are delivered by well-
Technology & Intelligence feedback on our curriculum, besides qualified and experienced faculty
Analytics offering our students networking and members from diverse industries who
Analytics internship opportunities and industry- provide real-world scenario learning.
related seminars.

Students’ Academic Background

Engineering Business/ Computing Arts & Science

Finance Social Sciences

31% 25 % 18% 15 % 11%

Data: Based on MITB 2019 cohort, i.e. January 2019 & August 2019 intakes.

Graduates’ Employability and Class Profile

~90% Typical Age

Range
Average
GMAT
International
Students
Typical Years
of Work Experience
Student
Nationalities

24-35 4 yrs 9
employed within

6 months upon
graduation
650 63%
Class Profile Data: Based on MITB 2019 cohort, i.e. January 2019 & August 2019 intakes.
Graduates’ employability data is based on a survey conducted for MITB students who filed for graduation in January 2019.

Singapore Management University

School of Information Systems
80 Stamford Road, Singapore 178902

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Master of IT in Business
Jordan Lim
ST smu.edu.sg/mitb [email protected] (65) 6828 0921 / 0878 /mitbsmu /showcase/smumitb MITB (Financial Technology & Analytics)

Ranking and Accreditations

Consultant, Oliver Wyman

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Message from the Associate Dean The MITB Curriculum
FINANCIAL
• Digital Banking & FinTech • Analytics in Financial Services • Corporate Banking & Blockchain Application Details Programme Fees
TECHNOLOGY • Digital Transformation in • Financial Markets Systems • Digital Payments & Innovations There are two intakes each year, in August and January. The current fees for the programme are:
(FINTECH) Retail Banking Technology & Technology
Application Period Intake Fees Amount

• Analytics Framework • Data Management • Data Analytics Lab January to May August Application S$100 (inclusive of GST)
We will not rest on our laurels & Business Context
June to October January the following year Singapore Citizens & Permanent Residents S$400
and will continue to innovate based on ANALYTICS
TECHNOLOGY &
• Applied Statistical Analysis with R • Python for Data Science • Customer Analytics & Applications*
(inclusive of GST)
Registration
our fullest understanding of the types APPLICATIONS
(ANALYTICS)
• Operations Analytics & Applications • Big Data: Tools & Techniques • Visual Analytics & Applications To apply, please submit an online application at www.smu.edu.sg/mitb
Foreigners S$500 (inclusive of GST)
• Process Analytics using Simulation
of IT professionals that businesses in • Text Analytics & Applications • Social Analytics & Applications
Scholarships and Financial Assistance Please refer to the programme website for the prevailing
• Applied Machine Learning*
various industries yearn for. We have a variety of scholarships and awards which cater to different tracks of
Tuition* tuition fees.
https://smu.sg/MITBFees
the MITB programme.
• Algorithm Design & Implementation • Introduction to Artificial Intelligence* • Applied Machine Learning* * Tuition fees are locked in once the student enters the programme.
For more information, please visit: SMU reserves the right to alter tuition fees for new incoming cohorts when required.
ARTIFICIAL • Deep Learning for Visual Recognition* †
• Natural Language Processing • Recommender Systems* †
https://smu.sg/MITBScholarships
INTELLIGENCE &
for Smart Assistants*
APPLICATIONS (AI)
• AI Planning & Decision Making*† • Multi-Agent Systems*† • AI Translational
Research Seminar (without credit)

INFORMATION • Cybersecurity Technology & Applications • Spreadsheet Modelling for Tech • IT Project & Vendor Management
The SMU Masters Advantage
The School of Information Systems (SIS) at SMU, with our distinctive practical internships and capstone project opportunities with our TECHNOLOGY & Ops Decisions
blend of practice, research and education, leads the way in the industry partners, our state-of-the-art research labs constantly
MANAGEMENT
• Global Sourcing of Technology & Processes • IoT: Technology & Applications • Digital Transformation Strategy
GLOBAL RECOGNITION
(TECH)
areas of Financial Services Technology, Operations, Processes & provide cutting-edge research topics for our curriculum, so that our SMU is globally recognised as one of the best specialised universities in Asia and the world. Its research rankings, programme rankings,
Systems (TOPS), and Business, Consumer & Social Analytics. students are not only trained for the present, but also the future. GENERAL accreditations and professional recognition are testament to its achievements and standing.
• Financial Accounting (0.5 CU) • Management Accounting (0.5 CU)
MANAGEMENT
FOR TECHNOLOGY
The launch of the Master of IT in Business (MITB) programme with Over the years, the MITB programme has grown from strength & OPERATIONS
• Strategy & Organisation • Finance for Tech & Ops Managers INTERACTIVE PEDAGOGY
specialisation in Financial Services (FS) in August 2007 marked the to strength. We will not rest on our laurels but continue to (GENERALMGT)
SMU’s interactive, seminar-style pedagogy brings you stimulating, multidisciplinary learning under the mentorship
birth of a unique programme. This programme focuses on training innovate, exploiting our fullest understanding of the types of IT of the thought leaders and subject experts who make up our faculty. You will hone your analytical skills, teamwork and
IT professionals in TOPS in different banking businesses. The recent professionals that businesses in various industries yearn for. PRACTICUM • Internship (2 CUs) • Capstone Project (2 CUs) communication skills.
growth of interest in Financial Technology (FinTech) and Analytics We welcome you to join an exciting programme that will heighten
reaffirms our belief that our Financial Technology & Analytics (FTA) your potential. * A compulsory pre-requisite course is required.

track will train talents to bring the banking industry to new heights.
† These courses cannot be taken in students’ first term of study. As a result, some full-time students may need to extend to their fourth term of study in order to read these courses. Only students with special exemptions can be allowed to read these courses in their first term of study.
Course modules listed are subjected to change.
INNOVATIVE CURRICULUM
Graduation Requirements Stay relevant with courses that combine cutting-edge research and up-to-date knowledge with best business practices.
Our Analytics track launched in January 2011 is the first in Asia. Michelle Cheong Lee Fong SMU’s Professional Development Series and award-winning Asian case studies help you approach topics from different
Students must complete and pass a total of 13 Course Units (CUs) in order to graduate with the MITB degree. practical perspectives for greater insights.
It develops a new breed of IT professionals with the skills and Professor of Information Systems (Education)
in-depth knowledge for industries ranging from retail, healthcare, Associate Dean, SIS Postgraduate Professional Education ANALYTICS TRACK (AT) FINANCIAL TECHNOLOGY & ANALYTICS TRACK (FTA) ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE TRACK (AI)
logistics and government, to telecommunications, transport School of Information Systems (SIS) NETWORKING AND CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
COMPULSORY COURSES (3 CUs) COMPULSORY COURSES (5 CUs) COMPULSORY COURSES (3 CUs)
and banking. Our new track in Artificial Intelligence (AI) goes Singapore Management University TECH Spreadsheet Modelling for TECH Spreadsheet Modelling TECH Spreadsheet Modelling for SMU has a diverse student population from many different countries, bringing equally diverse personal and professional
even further, training students who are able to build AI tools and Tech & Ops Decisions for Tech & Ops Decisions Tech & Ops Decisions experience into your network. Take advantage of comprehensive guidance from our dedicated career services to aid your career transition
implement algorithms to solve business problems. Apart from or advancement.
ANALYTICS Data Analytics Lab ANALYTICS Data Analytics Lab AI Introduction to AI
ANALYTICS Applied Statistical Analysis ANALYTICS Applied Statistical Analysis with R AI Applied Machine Learning
with R CITY CAMPUS
SMU – Right in the Heart of Asia’s Hub, Singapore
FINTECH Analytics in Financial Services AI AI Translational Research Seminar
FINTECH Digital Banking & FinTech (without credit) SMU is nestled within the arts and heritage precincts, right next to the Central Business District, with unrivalled
TRACK ELECTIVES (5 CUs) connectivity for public transport and multiple amenities around campus. Discover how life beyond the classroom is as enriching as within.
TECH TRACK ELECTIVES (6 CUs)
Choose any 2 CUs TRACK ELECTIVES (4 CUs)
In the dynamic, cosmopolitan hub that is Singapore, you will GENERALMGT TECH TECH
Choose any 2 CUs

What Makes SMU MITB Special?

find a vibrant city-state that pulses with the diversity of both East ANALYTICS Choose any 3 CUs Choose any 2 CUs GENERALMGT
GENERALMGT
and West. Situated at the cross-roads of the world, Singapore
ANALYTICS Choose either: Big Data: Tools &
ANALYTICS Choose any 1 CU
is home to multinational companies and thousands of small OPEN ELECTIVES (5 CUs) Techniques or Data Management
Option 1 Capstone Project/Internship + FINTECH Choose any 1 CU
and medium-sized enterprises flourishing in a smart city AI Choose any 3 CUs
3 CUs from any course series
renowned for its business excellence and connectivity. With its OPEN ELECTIVES (4 CUs)
strong infrastructure, political stability and respect for intellectual Option 2 5 CUs from any course series
Option 1 Capstone Project/Internship + OPEN ELECTIVES (4 CUs)
property rights, this City in a Garden offers you unique 2 CUs from any course series Option 1 Capstone Project/Internship +
MITB is one of the best analytics programmes that can be pursued in Asia. It not
opportunities to develop as a global citizen. 2 CUs from any course series Debasish Behera only gave me the flexibility to choose the subjects of my interest, but also the option of doing
Option 2 4 CUs from any course series MITB (Analytics)
Option 2 4 CUs from any course series
an internship which was a great learning experience. The faculty and up-to-date curriculum
Class of 2018
Tapping into the energy of the city is a university with a R&D Scientist are top-notch which can rarely be seen in other programmes. My key takeaway from MITB
difference – the Singapore Management University. Our six schools: Admissions Criteria Procter and Gamble (P&G) was its curriculum which focuses on learning by doing.
the School of Accountancy, Lee Kong Chian School of Business,
School of Economics, School of Information Systems, School of • Applicants from all degrees are encouraged to apply, while degrees • IELTS/UKVI (Academic)/TOEFL is required for applicants whose
from Computing, Engineering, Mathematics and related technical Bachelor’s/Master’s/PhD Degree programme was not taught in English.
Law, and School of Social Sciences form the country’s only city
fields are preferred.
campus, perfectly sited to foster strategic links with businesses and
the community. • For AI Track applicants, coding artefacts must be submitted • A valid GMAT/GRE score The MITB curriculum is holistic and diverse, designed to be practice-based Fu Yi
together with the application. (SMU’s GMAT Code: F8D-Z4-61 & GRE Code: 2861). and placed in the context of real world examples and case studies. Not only has MITB (Financial Services Analytics)
Modelled after the University of Pennsylvania’s Wharton School, Class of 2019
MITB strengthened me in deep thinking and strategy, it has also trained me in finding Product Delivery Lead
SMU generates leading-edge research with global impact and • Preferably 2 years work experience in IT and/or operations • Bachelor’s/Master’s/PhD Degree graduates from the four local
related work experience in any industry; Analytical and universities (SMU, SUTD, NTU, NUS) may take the SMU Admission Test innovative solutions to break through business bottlenecks.” Leading Multinational Bank
produces broad-based, creative and entrepreneurial leaders for a in place of GMAT/GRE.
Mathematically inclined.
knowledge-based economy. Discover a multi-faceted lifestyle right
here at SMU, in the heart of Singapore.
Message from the Associate Dean The MITB Curriculum
FINANCIAL
• Digital Banking & FinTech • Analytics in Financial Services • Corporate Banking & Blockchain Application Details Programme Fees
TECHNOLOGY • Digital Transformation in • Financial Markets Systems • Digital Payments & Innovations There are two intakes each year, in August and January. The current fees for the programme are:
(FINTECH) Retail Banking Technology & Technology
Application Period Intake Fees Amount

• Analytics Framework • Data Management • Data Analytics Lab January to May August Application S$100 (inclusive of GST)
We will not rest on our laurels & Business Context
June to October January the following year Singapore Citizens & Permanent Residents S$400
and will continue to innovate based on ANALYTICS
TECHNOLOGY &
• Applied Statistical Analysis with R • Python for Data Science • Customer Analytics & Applications*
(inclusive of GST)
Registration
our fullest understanding of the types APPLICATIONS
(ANALYTICS)
• Operations Analytics & Applications • Big Data: Tools & Techniques • Visual Analytics & Applications To apply, please submit an online application at www.smu.edu.sg/mitb
Foreigners S$500 (inclusive of GST)
• Process Analytics using Simulation
of IT professionals that businesses in • Text Analytics & Applications • Social Analytics & Applications
Scholarships and Financial Assistance Please refer to the programme website for the prevailing
• Applied Machine Learning*
various industries yearn for. We have a variety of scholarships and awards which cater to different tracks of
Tuition* tuition fees.
https://smu.sg/MITBFees
the MITB programme.
• Algorithm Design & Implementation • Introduction to Artificial Intelligence* • Applied Machine Learning* * Tuition fees are locked in once the student enters the programme.
For more information, please visit: SMU reserves the right to alter tuition fees for new incoming cohorts when required.
ARTIFICIAL • Deep Learning for Visual Recognition* †
• Natural Language Processing • Recommender Systems* †
https://smu.sg/MITBScholarships
INTELLIGENCE &
for Smart Assistants*
APPLICATIONS (AI)
• AI Planning & Decision Making*† • Multi-Agent Systems*† • AI Translational
Research Seminar (without credit)

INFORMATION • Cybersecurity Technology & Applications • Spreadsheet Modelling for Tech • IT Project & Vendor Management
The SMU Masters Advantage
The School of Information Systems (SIS) at SMU, with our distinctive practical internships and capstone project opportunities with our TECHNOLOGY & Ops Decisions
blend of practice, research and education, leads the way in the industry partners, our state-of-the-art research labs constantly
MANAGEMENT
• Global Sourcing of Technology & Processes • IoT: Technology & Applications • Digital Transformation Strategy
GLOBAL RECOGNITION
(TECH)
areas of Financial Services Technology, Operations, Processes & provide cutting-edge research topics for our curriculum, so that our SMU is globally recognised as one of the best specialised universities in Asia and the world. Its research rankings, programme rankings,
Systems (TOPS), and Business, Consumer & Social Analytics. students are not only trained for the present, but also the future. GENERAL accreditations and professional recognition are testament to its achievements and standing.
• Financial Accounting (0.5 CU) • Management Accounting (0.5 CU)
MANAGEMENT
FOR TECHNOLOGY
The launch of the Master of IT in Business (MITB) programme with Over the years, the MITB programme has grown from strength & OPERATIONS
• Strategy & Organisation • Finance for Tech & Ops Managers INTERACTIVE PEDAGOGY
specialisation in Financial Services (FS) in August 2007 marked the to strength. We will not rest on our laurels but continue to (GENERALMGT)
SMU’s interactive, seminar-style pedagogy brings you stimulating, multidisciplinary learning under the mentorship
birth of a unique programme. This programme focuses on training innovate, exploiting our fullest understanding of the types of IT of the thought leaders and subject experts who make up our faculty. You will hone your analytical skills, teamwork and
IT professionals in TOPS in different banking businesses. The recent professionals that businesses in various industries yearn for. PRACTICUM • Internship (2 CUs) • Capstone Project (2 CUs) communication skills.
growth of interest in Financial Technology (FinTech) and Analytics We welcome you to join an exciting programme that will heighten
reaffirms our belief that our Financial Technology & Analytics (FTA) your potential. * A compulsory pre-requisite course is required.

track will train talents to bring the banking industry to new heights.
† These courses cannot be taken in students’ first term of study. As a result, some full-time students may need to extend to their fourth term of study in order to read these courses. Only students with special exemptions can be allowed to read these courses in their first term of study.
Course modules listed are subjected to change.
INNOVATIVE CURRICULUM
Graduation Requirements Stay relevant with courses that combine cutting-edge research and up-to-date knowledge with best business practices.
Our Analytics track launched in January 2011 is the first in Asia. Michelle Cheong Lee Fong SMU’s Professional Development Series and award-winning Asian case studies help you approach topics from different
Students must complete and pass a total of 13 Course Units (CUs) in order to graduate with the MITB degree. practical perspectives for greater insights.
It develops a new breed of IT professionals with the skills and Professor of Information Systems (Education)
in-depth knowledge for industries ranging from retail, healthcare, Associate Dean, SIS Postgraduate Professional Education ANALYTICS TRACK (AT) FINANCIAL TECHNOLOGY & ANALYTICS TRACK (FTA) ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE TRACK (AI)
logistics and government, to telecommunications, transport School of Information Systems (SIS) NETWORKING AND CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
COMPULSORY COURSES (3 CUs) COMPULSORY COURSES (5 CUs) COMPULSORY COURSES (3 CUs)
and banking. Our new track in Artificial Intelligence (AI) goes Singapore Management University TECH Spreadsheet Modelling for TECH Spreadsheet Modelling TECH Spreadsheet Modelling for SMU has a diverse student population from many different countries, bringing equally diverse personal and professional
even further, training students who are able to build AI tools and Tech & Ops Decisions for Tech & Ops Decisions Tech & Ops Decisions experience into your network. Take advantage of comprehensive guidance from our dedicated career services to aid your career transition
implement algorithms to solve business problems. Apart from or advancement.
ANALYTICS Data Analytics Lab ANALYTICS Data Analytics Lab AI Introduction to AI
ANALYTICS Applied Statistical Analysis ANALYTICS Applied Statistical Analysis with R AI Applied Machine Learning
with R CITY CAMPUS
SMU – Right in the Heart of Asia’s Hub, Singapore
FINTECH Analytics in Financial Services AI AI Translational Research Seminar
FINTECH Digital Banking & FinTech (without credit) SMU is nestled within the arts and heritage precincts, right next to the Central Business District, with unrivalled
TRACK ELECTIVES (5 CUs) connectivity for public transport and multiple amenities around campus. Discover how life beyond the classroom is as enriching as within.
TECH TRACK ELECTIVES (6 CUs)
Choose any 2 CUs TRACK ELECTIVES (4 CUs)
In the dynamic, cosmopolitan hub that is Singapore, you will GENERALMGT TECH TECH
Choose any 2 CUs

What Makes SMU MITB Special?

find a vibrant city-state that pulses with the diversity of both East ANALYTICS Choose any 3 CUs Choose any 2 CUs GENERALMGT
GENERALMGT
and West. Situated at the cross-roads of the world, Singapore
ANALYTICS Choose either: Big Data: Tools &
ANALYTICS Choose any 1 CU
is home to multinational companies and thousands of small OPEN ELECTIVES (5 CUs) Techniques or Data Management
Option 1 Capstone Project/Internship + FINTECH Choose any 1 CU
and medium-sized enterprises flourishing in a smart city AI Choose any 3 CUs
3 CUs from any course series
renowned for its business excellence and connectivity. With its OPEN ELECTIVES (4 CUs)
strong infrastructure, political stability and respect for intellectual Option 2 5 CUs from any course series
Option 1 Capstone Project/Internship + OPEN ELECTIVES (4 CUs)
property rights, this City in a Garden offers you unique 2 CUs from any course series Option 1 Capstone Project/Internship +
MITB is one of the best analytics programmes that can be pursued in Asia. It not
opportunities to develop as a global citizen. 2 CUs from any course series Debasish Behera only gave me the flexibility to choose the subjects of my interest, but also the option of doing
Option 2 4 CUs from any course series MITB (Analytics)
Option 2 4 CUs from any course series
an internship which was a great learning experience. The faculty and up-to-date curriculum
Class of 2018
Tapping into the energy of the city is a university with a R&D Scientist are top-notch which can rarely be seen in other programmes. My key takeaway from MITB
difference – the Singapore Management University. Our six schools: Admissions Criteria Procter and Gamble (P&G) was its curriculum which focuses on learning by doing.
the School of Accountancy, Lee Kong Chian School of Business,
School of Economics, School of Information Systems, School of • Applicants from all degrees are encouraged to apply, while degrees • IELTS/UKVI (Academic)/TOEFL is required for applicants whose
from Computing, Engineering, Mathematics and related technical Bachelor’s/Master’s/PhD Degree programme was not taught in English.
Law, and School of Social Sciences form the country’s only city
fields are preferred.
campus, perfectly sited to foster strategic links with businesses and
the community. • For AI Track applicants, coding artefacts must be submitted • A valid GMAT/GRE score The MITB curriculum is holistic and diverse, designed to be practice-based Fu Yi
together with the application. (SMU’s GMAT Code: F8D-Z4-61 & GRE Code: 2861). and placed in the context of real world examples and case studies. Not only has MITB (Financial Services Analytics)
Modelled after the University of Pennsylvania’s Wharton School, Class of 2019
MITB strengthened me in deep thinking and strategy, it has also trained me in finding Product Delivery Lead
SMU generates leading-edge research with global impact and • Preferably 2 years work experience in IT and/or operations • Bachelor’s/Master’s/PhD Degree graduates from the four local
related work experience in any industry; Analytical and universities (SMU, SUTD, NTU, NUS) may take the SMU Admission Test innovative solutions to break through business bottlenecks.” Leading Multinational Bank
produces broad-based, creative and entrepreneurial leaders for a in place of GMAT/GRE.
Mathematically inclined.
knowledge-based economy. Discover a multi-faceted lifestyle right
here at SMU, in the heart of Singapore.
Message from the Associate Dean The MITB Curriculum
FINANCIAL
• Digital Banking & FinTech • Analytics in Financial Services • Corporate Banking & Blockchain Application Details Programme Fees
TECHNOLOGY • Digital Transformation in • Financial Markets Systems • Digital Payments & Innovations There are two intakes each year, in August and January. The current fees for the programme are:
(FINTECH) Retail Banking Technology & Technology
Application Period Intake Fees Amount

• Analytics Framework • Data Management • Data Analytics Lab January to May August Application S$100 (inclusive of GST)
We will not rest on our laurels & Business Context
June to October January the following year Singapore Citizens & Permanent Residents S$400
and will continue to innovate based on ANALYTICS
TECHNOLOGY &
• Applied Statistical Analysis with R • Python for Data Science • Customer Analytics & Applications*
(inclusive of GST)
Registration
our fullest understanding of the types APPLICATIONS
(ANALYTICS)
• Operations Analytics & Applications • Big Data: Tools & Techniques • Visual Analytics & Applications To apply, please submit an online application at www.smu.edu.sg/mitb
Foreigners S$500 (inclusive of GST)
• Process Analytics using Simulation
of IT professionals that businesses in • Text Analytics & Applications • Social Analytics & Applications
Scholarships and Financial Assistance Please refer to the programme website for the prevailing
• Applied Machine Learning*
various industries yearn for. We have a variety of scholarships and awards which cater to different tracks of
Tuition* tuition fees.
https://smu.sg/MITBFees
the MITB programme.
• Algorithm Design & Implementation • Introduction to Artificial Intelligence* • Applied Machine Learning* * Tuition fees are locked in once the student enters the programme.
For more information, please visit: SMU reserves the right to alter tuition fees for new incoming cohorts when required.
ARTIFICIAL • Deep Learning for Visual Recognition* †
• Natural Language Processing • Recommender Systems* †
https://smu.sg/MITBScholarships
INTELLIGENCE &
for Smart Assistants*
APPLICATIONS (AI)
• AI Planning & Decision Making*† • Multi-Agent Systems*† • AI Translational
Research Seminar (without credit)

INFORMATION • Cybersecurity Technology & Applications • Spreadsheet Modelling for Tech • IT Project & Vendor Management
The SMU Masters Advantage
The School of Information Systems (SIS) at SMU, with our distinctive practical internships and capstone project opportunities with our TECHNOLOGY & Ops Decisions
blend of practice, research and education, leads the way in the industry partners, our state-of-the-art research labs constantly
MANAGEMENT
• Global Sourcing of Technology & Processes • IoT: Technology & Applications • Digital Transformation Strategy
GLOBAL RECOGNITION
(TECH)
areas of Financial Services Technology, Operations, Processes & provide cutting-edge research topics for our curriculum, so that our SMU is globally recognised as one of the best specialised universities in Asia and the world. Its research rankings, programme rankings,
Systems (TOPS), and Business, Consumer & Social Analytics. students are not only trained for the present, but also the future. GENERAL accreditations and professional recognition are testament to its achievements and standing.
• Financial Accounting (0.5 CU) • Management Accounting (0.5 CU)
MANAGEMENT
FOR TECHNOLOGY
The launch of the Master of IT in Business (MITB) programme with Over the years, the MITB programme has grown from strength & OPERATIONS
• Strategy & Organisation • Finance for Tech & Ops Managers INTERACTIVE PEDAGOGY
specialisation in Financial Services (FS) in August 2007 marked the to strength. We will not rest on our laurels but continue to (GENERALMGT)
SMU’s interactive, seminar-style pedagogy brings you stimulating, multidisciplinary learning under the mentorship
birth of a unique programme. This programme focuses on training innovate, exploiting our fullest understanding of the types of IT of the thought leaders and subject experts who make up our faculty. You will hone your analytical skills, teamwork and
IT professionals in TOPS in different banking businesses. The recent professionals that businesses in various industries yearn for. PRACTICUM • Internship (2 CUs) • Capstone Project (2 CUs) communication skills.
growth of interest in Financial Technology (FinTech) and Analytics We welcome you to join an exciting programme that will heighten
reaffirms our belief that our Financial Technology & Analytics (FTA) your potential. * A compulsory pre-requisite course is required.

track will train talents to bring the banking industry to new heights.
† These courses cannot be taken in students’ first term of study. As a result, some full-time students may need to extend to their fourth term of study in order to read these courses. Only students with special exemptions can be allowed to read these courses in their first term of study.
Course modules listed are subjected to change.
INNOVATIVE CURRICULUM
Graduation Requirements Stay relevant with courses that combine cutting-edge research and up-to-date knowledge with best business practices.
Our Analytics track launched in January 2011 is the first in Asia. Michelle Cheong Lee Fong SMU’s Professional Development Series and award-winning Asian case studies help you approach topics from different
Students must complete and pass a total of 13 Course Units (CUs) in order to graduate with the MITB degree. practical perspectives for greater insights.
It develops a new breed of IT professionals with the skills and Professor of Information Systems (Education)
in-depth knowledge for industries ranging from retail, healthcare, Associate Dean, SIS Postgraduate Professional Education ANALYTICS TRACK (AT) FINANCIAL TECHNOLOGY & ANALYTICS TRACK (FTA) ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE TRACK (AI)
logistics and government, to telecommunications, transport School of Information Systems (SIS) NETWORKING AND CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
COMPULSORY COURSES (3 CUs) COMPULSORY COURSES (5 CUs) COMPULSORY COURSES (3 CUs)
and banking. Our new track in Artificial Intelligence (AI) goes Singapore Management University TECH Spreadsheet Modelling for TECH Spreadsheet Modelling TECH Spreadsheet Modelling for SMU has a diverse student population from many different countries, bringing equally diverse personal and professional
even further, training students who are able to build AI tools and Tech & Ops Decisions for Tech & Ops Decisions Tech & Ops Decisions experience into your network. Take advantage of comprehensive guidance from our dedicated career services to aid your career transition
implement algorithms to solve business problems. Apart from or advancement.
ANALYTICS Data Analytics Lab ANALYTICS Data Analytics Lab AI Introduction to AI
ANALYTICS Applied Statistical Analysis ANALYTICS Applied Statistical Analysis with R AI Applied Machine Learning
with R CITY CAMPUS
SMU – Right in the Heart of Asia’s Hub, Singapore
FINTECH Analytics in Financial Services AI AI Translational Research Seminar
FINTECH Digital Banking & FinTech (without credit) SMU is nestled within the arts and heritage precincts, right next to the Central Business District, with unrivalled
TRACK ELECTIVES (5 CUs) connectivity for public transport and multiple amenities around campus. Discover how life beyond the classroom is as enriching as within.
TECH TRACK ELECTIVES (6 CUs)
Choose any 2 CUs TRACK ELECTIVES (4 CUs)
In the dynamic, cosmopolitan hub that is Singapore, you will GENERALMGT TECH TECH
Choose any 2 CUs

What Makes SMU MITB Special?

find a vibrant city-state that pulses with the diversity of both East ANALYTICS Choose any 3 CUs Choose any 2 CUs GENERALMGT
GENERALMGT
and West. Situated at the cross-roads of the world, Singapore
ANALYTICS Choose either: Big Data: Tools &
ANALYTICS Choose any 1 CU
is home to multinational companies and thousands of small OPEN ELECTIVES (5 CUs) Techniques or Data Management
Option 1 Capstone Project/Internship + FINTECH Choose any 1 CU
and medium-sized enterprises flourishing in a smart city AI Choose any 3 CUs
3 CUs from any course series
renowned for its business excellence and connectivity. With its OPEN ELECTIVES (4 CUs)
strong infrastructure, political stability and respect for intellectual Option 2 5 CUs from any course series
Option 1 Capstone Project/Internship + OPEN ELECTIVES (4 CUs)
property rights, this City in a Garden offers you unique 2 CUs from any course series Option 1 Capstone Project/Internship +
MITB is one of the best analytics programmes that can be pursued in Asia. It not
opportunities to develop as a global citizen. 2 CUs from any course series Debasish Behera only gave me the flexibility to choose the subjects of my interest, but also the option of doing
Option 2 4 CUs from any course series MITB (Analytics)
Option 2 4 CUs from any course series
an internship which was a great learning experience. The faculty and up-to-date curriculum
Class of 2018
Tapping into the energy of the city is a university with a R&D Scientist are top-notch which can rarely be seen in other programmes. My key takeaway from MITB
difference – the Singapore Management University. Our six schools: Admissions Criteria Procter and Gamble (P&G) was its curriculum which focuses on learning by doing.
the School of Accountancy, Lee Kong Chian School of Business,
School of Economics, School of Information Systems, School of • Applicants from all degrees are encouraged to apply, while degrees • IELTS/UKVI (Academic)/TOEFL is required for applicants whose
from Computing, Engineering, Mathematics and related technical Bachelor’s/Master’s/PhD Degree programme was not taught in English.
Law, and School of Social Sciences form the country’s only city
fields are preferred.
campus, perfectly sited to foster strategic links with businesses and
the community. • For AI Track applicants, coding artefacts must be submitted • A valid GMAT/GRE score The MITB curriculum is holistic and diverse, designed to be practice-based Fu Yi
together with the application. (SMU’s GMAT Code: F8D-Z4-61 & GRE Code: 2861). and placed in the context of real world examples and case studies. Not only has MITB (Financial Services Analytics)
Modelled after the University of Pennsylvania’s Wharton School, Class of 2019
MITB strengthened me in deep thinking and strategy, it has also trained me in finding Product Delivery Lead
SMU generates leading-edge research with global impact and • Preferably 2 years work experience in IT and/or operations • Bachelor’s/Master’s/PhD Degree graduates from the four local
related work experience in any industry; Analytical and universities (SMU, SUTD, NTU, NUS) may take the SMU Admission Test innovative solutions to break through business bottlenecks.” Leading Multinational Bank
produces broad-based, creative and entrepreneurial leaders for a in place of GMAT/GRE.
Mathematically inclined.
knowledge-based economy. Discover a multi-faceted lifestyle right
here at SMU, in the heart of Singapore.
The MITB Programme Master of IT
The definitive Master of IT in Business (MITB)
programme will give you an unparalleled
edge with the knowledge of data, processes,
Up-to-Date Curriculum Capstone Project/Internship in Business
technologies and management strategies. Constant revision and addition of Students can apply and integrate what
With three unique specialisation tracks to new course units into the curriculum they have learnt and gain real-world Leading Intelligent
choose from, you will be poised to lead the keeps us in sync with market trends, working experience. Business Transformation
industry in a time of transformation. technology and practices.

MITB

MASTERS
Industry Partners World-Class Faculty
Financial Artificial Strong industry partners provide Programmes are delivered by well-
Technology & Intelligence feedback on our curriculum, besides qualified and experienced faculty
Analytics offering our students networking and members from diverse industries who
Analytics internship opportunities and industry- provide real-world scenario learning.
related seminars.

Students’ Academic Background

Engineering Business/ Computing Arts & Science

Finance Social Sciences

31% 25 % 18% 15 % 11%

Data: Based on MITB 2019 cohort, i.e. January 2019 & August 2019 intakes.

Graduates’ Employability and Class Profile

~90% Typical Age

Range
Average
GMAT
International
Students
Typical Years
of Work Experience
Student
Nationalities

24-35 4 yrs 9
employed within

6 months upon
graduation
650 63%
Class Profile Data: Based on MITB 2019 cohort, i.e. January 2019 & August 2019 intakes.
Graduates’ employability data is based on a survey conducted for MITB students who filed for graduation in January 2019.

Singapore Management University

School of Information Systems
80 Stamford Road, Singapore 178902

1
Master of IT in Business
Jordan Lim
ST smu.edu.sg/mitb [email protected] (65) 6828 0921 / 0878 /mitbsmu /showcase/smumitb MITB (Financial Technology & Analytics)

Ranking and Accreditations

Consultant, Oliver Wyman

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The MITB Programme Master of IT
The definitive Master of IT in Business (MITB)
programme will give you an unparalleled
edge with the knowledge of data, processes,
Up-to-Date Curriculum Capstone Project/Internship in Business
technologies and management strategies. Constant revision and addition of Students can apply and integrate what
With three unique specialisation tracks to new course units into the curriculum they have learnt and gain real-world Leading Intelligent
choose from, you will be poised to lead the keeps us in sync with market trends, working experience. Business Transformation
industry in a time of transformation. technology and practices.

MITB

MASTERS
Industry Partners World-Class Faculty
Financial Artificial Strong industry partners provide Programmes are delivered by well-
Technology & Intelligence feedback on our curriculum, besides qualified and experienced faculty
Analytics offering our students networking and members from diverse industries who
Analytics internship opportunities and industry- provide real-world scenario learning.
related seminars.

Students’ Academic Background

Engineering Business/ Computing Arts & Science

Finance Social Sciences

31% 25 % 18% 15 % 11%

Data: Based on MITB 2019 cohort, i.e. January 2019 & August 2019 intakes.

Graduates’ Employability and Class Profile

~90% Typical Age

Range
Average
GMAT
International
Students
Typical Years
of Work Experience
Student
Nationalities

24-35 4 yrs 9
employed within

6 months upon
graduation
650 63%
Class Profile Data: Based on MITB 2019 cohort, i.e. January 2019 & August 2019 intakes.
Graduates’ employability data is based on a survey conducted for MITB students who filed for graduation in January 2019.

Singapore Management University

School of Information Systems
80 Stamford Road, Singapore 178902

1
Master of IT in Business
Jordan Lim
ST smu.edu.sg/mitb [email protected] (65) 6828 0921 / 0878 /mitbsmu /showcase/smumitb MITB (Financial Technology & Analytics)

Ranking and Accreditations

Consultant, Oliver Wyman

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For a full listing of SMU Masters programmes, visit smu.edu.sg/masters
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SCHOOL OF
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