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NUS Singapore MBA Program Guide 2026

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The NUS Business School at the National University of Singapore, founded in 1965, offers a globally recognized MBA and executive programs. With ~2,000 students, it emphasizes innovation, leadership, and Asia-focused business insights, leveraging Singapore’s hub status for strong industry connections
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The NUS Business School at the National University of Singapore, founded in 1965, offers a globally recognized MBA and executive programs. With ~2,000 students, it emphasizes innovation, leadership, and Asia-focused business insights, leveraging Singapore’s hub status for strong industry connections
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NUS Singapore Class Profile

NUS Singapore Class Profile
Average GPA:
Average Work Experience:
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Applicants:
Class Size:
Acceptance Rate:
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Yield Rate:
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NUS Singapore Deadlines

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School
Status
Round
Year
GMAT GRE
GPA
YOE
Years of Experiance
Location
Date
NUS Singapore
Full Time MBA
Waitlisted without Interview
Round 2 2026 655 GMAT Focus 5 India
03 May 2026 09:17 PM
NUS Singapore
Full Time MBA
Denied without Interview
Round 2 2026 595 GMAT Focus
655 GMAT Focus
7.3 5 India
23 Mar 2026 10:10 AM
NUS Singapore
Full Time MBA
Denied without Interview
Round 2 2026 332 GRE 7.7 4 India
18 Mar 2026 04:20 AM
NUS Singapore
Full Time MBA
Waitlisted without Interview
Round 3 2026 575 GMAT Focus
575 GMAT Focus
316 GRE
8.3 5 India
23 Feb 2026 07:09 AM
NUS Singapore
Master in Management
Admitted
2027 3.5 1 India
15 Feb 2026 10:26 AM
NUS Singapore
Full Time MBA
Waitlisted without Interview
Round 2 2026 655 GMAT Focus 4 5 India
12 Feb 2026 06:29 PM
NUS Singapore
Full Time MBA
Admitted
Round 2 2026 675 GMAT Focus 4 China
10 Feb 2026 07:18 AM
NUS Singapore
Full Time MBA
Admitted, ($)
Round 2 2026 655 GMAT Focus 8.6 6 India
10 Feb 2026 06:08 AM
NUS Singapore
Full Time MBA
Admitted
Round 2 2026 595 GMAT Focus 3 4 Indonesia
03 Feb 2026 09:50 AM
NUS Singapore
Full Time MBA
Admitted
Round 1 2026 3 India
20 Jan 2026 05:46 PM
NUS Singapore
Full Time MBA
Denied without Interview
Round 1 2026 315 GRE
324 GRE
3.3 9 India
26 Dec 2025 02:52 AM
NUS Singapore
Full Time MBA
Admitted, ($)
Round 1 2026 605 GMAT Focus 3.6 4 Philippines
26 Nov 2025 06:53 PM
NUS Singapore
Full Time MBA
Admitted
Round 1 2026 595 GMAT Focus
322 GRE
8.3 4 India
21 Nov 2025 05:21 AM
NUS Singapore
Full Time MBA
Denied without Interview
R1 2018 740 GMAT Classic 3.5 15 India
06 Oct 2025 06:23 AM
NUS Singapore
Full Time MBA
Admitted
Round 1 2026 695 GMAT Focus 8 8 India
04 Oct 2025 10:54 AM
NUS Singapore
Full Time MBA
Admitted, ($)
Round 2 2025 615 GMAT Focus 2.7 6 India
30 Sep 2025 09:56 PM
NUS Singapore
Full Time MBA
Admitted
Round 1 2026 635 GMAT Focus 3 5 Viet Nam
27 Sep 2025 09:43 AM
NUS Singapore
Full Time MBA
Admitted
Round 3 2025 715 GMAT Focus 4.8 5 Singapore
25 Apr 2025 08:41 AM
NUS Singapore
Full Time MBA
Admitted
Round 3 2025 635 GMAT Focus 3.5 4 Indonesia
21 Apr 2025 07:28 PM
NUS Singapore
Full Time MBA
Admitted, ($)
Round 2 2025 645 GMAT Focus 5 Thailand
11 Apr 2025 08:11 PM
Full Time MBA
Posted:   Feb 10, 2026 08:02
Status:
Online with Adcom
Interviewed on:
Feb 10, 2026
Final Decision:
Interviewed
I have collected some NUS Singapore Video Essay Questions (although they are not too many) from NUS ... Read More
I have collected some NUS Singapore Video Essay Questions (although they are not too many) from NUS admission discussion 2026. 1. What legacy you want to leave behind? 2. What does a typical Sunday look like to you? 3. What is your plan A and plan B post-MBA? 4. Tell me who you are beyond your professional life? 5. Tell us about a time when you failed.? 6. Why MBA Is important to you? Read Less
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India
Full Time MBA
Posted:   Feb 9, 2026 12:02
Status:
Online with Adcom
Interviewed on:
Jan 21, 2026
Final Decision:
Admitted
I applied to NUS FTMBA in R1 on Oct 31 and waited for almost 2.5 months for an interview invite. I r... Read More
I applied to NUS FTMBA in R1 on Oct 31 and waited for almost 2.5 months for an interview invite. I received an interview invite on 19 jan and gave my interview on Jan 21. I just got an admit from admissions team. 1) tell us about yourself. (Reflecting more on your professional background) 2) why MBA and why now 3) why NUS 4) More follow up questions on my MBA goals and if I was open to exchange program, etc 5) if I had to give a tedx kinda talk what would I talk about 6) Back up plan on my MBA goals Read Less
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Posted Privately
India
Full Time MBA
Posted:   Jan 25, 2026 08:01
Status:
Online with Adcom
Interviewed on:
Jan 21, 2026
Final Decision:
Admitted
The interview session last 30-45 minutes and was pretty corvesational, they gave me a lot of advices... Read More
The interview session last 30-45 minutes and was pretty corvesational, they gave me a lot of advices on how should I act in NUS MBA to fully optimizes the NUS MBA resources. I would like to share my interview questions that was asked to me in the session to help other candidates prepare and can picture the interview phase. Here are my questions: 1. Can you tell us about yourself? 2. ⁠Why NUS MBA? 3. ⁠Your industry is very niche (construction), how do you plan to utilize NUS resources? 4. ⁠How NUS MBA can support you goals? 5. ⁠Challenges in career? 6. ⁠In what stage are you applying for that Government Scholarship (I'm an awardee)? 7. ⁠What are the selection criterias in that scholarship tracks? 8. ⁠Have you worked with international clients? 9. ⁠I see you write writing as your hobby, can you give me a quick description on what are you writing and what is the last thing you wrote? 10. ⁠I heard that your scholarship policy has been changed, does it still require you to go back directly to indonesia? Do you have to go back to your fambiz immediately after graduation? 11. How do you plan to go to singapore and attend the NUS if you’re admitted 12. What is the biggest challenge for you if you’re admitted to MBA? 13. Do you applied to any other schools? 14. ⁠Do you plan to have an internship when you’re admitted? Godspeed to other applicants! Read Less
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Indonesia
NUS MSc in Finance
Posted:   Jan 23, 2026 12:01
Status:
Off Campus with Student
Interviewed on:
Jan 22, 2026
Final Decision:
Denied with Interview
Profile: Score: 675 Background: B.Com (Hons) DU, 8.0 CGPA Work/Internship: Deloitte Offer Letter ... Read More
Profile: Score: 675 Background: B.Com (Hons) DU, 8.0 CGPA Work/Internship: Deloitte Offer Letter Other: 99.3 CAT Percentile Interview Experience: Interviewer: Current Student (2nd Year) Duration: 25–30 minutes Tone: Conversational but rigorous on "Why NUS?" Questions Asked: > 1. Walk me through your resume. 2. Why did you choose Finance over management (given the CAT score)? 3. What is your Plan B if you don't land a job in Singapore? 4. How will you contribute to the NUS student community? Reflections: I felt the interview went well, but in hindsight, my answers on "Plan B" might have been too focused on returning to India, which may have signaled a lack of commitment to the Singapore market. Next Steps for You Request Feedback: While NUS rarely gives individual feedback, a polite email to the admissions office thanking them and asking for "general areas of improvement" occasionally yields a one-sentence hint. Focus on ISB: Given your background, you are a prime candidate for the ISB Young Leaders Program (YLP). ISB tends to value high CAT/GMAT scores more heavily than NUS, which places a massive premium on "Singapore job-market readiness." Read Less
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India
Full Time MBA
Posted:   Apr 25, 2025 09:04
Status:
Online with Adcom
Interviewed on:
Apr 17, 2025
Final Decision:
Interviewed
Interview was conducted over zoom for ~30 minutes with NUS's assistant dean and another alumni from ... Read More
Interview was conducted over zoom for ~30 minutes with NUS's assistant dean and another alumni from China who previously has a NUS MBA scholarship. It felt slightly harder than the typical MBA interview as there were a few gotcha questions that required thinking on the feet and some wittiness. Questions asked: 1) Tell me more about yourself - I was prompted to describe more than just my professional experience but also who I was outside of work 2) Why MBA and how it related to your goals? - I said I forsaw myself being a CTO/CPO in a consumer technology company 3) Have you researched into what a CTO does? 4) Can you describe some innovative product in the market and what problem did it solve? (I was asked this question due to my background in design) - I talked about the Apple Vision Pro and Japanese Shinkansen 5) However, the Apple Vision pro is not selling well, as a product manager, how would you deal with that? 6) How do you view Linkedin as a platform that is declining in relevance? - I mentioned about social anxiety and potential toxicity by aggrieved/unfairly retrenched employees 7) You listed empathy in your essay as a core value, can you name a global leader that epitomizes this trait? - I got stuck a bit here as most modern global leaders don't really show this side of them in public but in hindsight, there are past servant leaders like JFK, MLK Jr 8) Using 3 words, describe yourself - I chose analytical, empathetic and excellent 9) Would you describe Elon Musk as an empathetic leader? 10) What about Donald Trump? Do you think his decisions are good? 11) Do you have any questions for us? I rate my performance 7/10, questions were asked in a rather pushy tone at the start but gradually became more casual. Read Less
Singapore
Full Time MBA
Posted:   Mar 7, 2025 06:03
Status:
Online with Adcom
Interviewed on:
Jan 16, 2025
Final Decision:
Admitted from WL
Hey Folks! I wanted to take a moment to highlight the invaluable support and guidance I received fro... Read More
Hey Folks! I wanted to take a moment to highlight the invaluable support and guidance I received from my admissions counsellor, Mrs. Shreekala from CrackVerbal. Throughout the entire application and interview-preparation process, she demonstrated a remarkable level of expertise, patience, and dedication that truly made a difference in my candidacy. From the very first meeting, her encouragement and structured approach helped me identify my strengths, refine my personal narratives, and develop clarity on my career goals. She invested time in understanding my background and aspirations, tailoring her advice specifically to my profile. Whether it involved discussing essay topics, preparing thoughtful responses to potential interview questions, or providing constructive feedback on my performance, she was always thorough, insightful, and supportive. Additionally, I appreciated her ability to present honest critique while maintaining a positive and motivating environment. This balance of clear guidance and unwavering confidence in my potential helped me stay focused and motivated, even during the more challenging phases of the application. Her responsiveness and willingness to accommodate my schedule for practice sessions and consultations were nothing short of exceptional. Overall, working with Mrs. Shreekala from CrackVerbal was a transformative experience. She not only helped me present the best version of myself as a candidate but also offered me invaluable lessons on communication, self-reflection, and goal-setting that I will carry forward. I am truly grateful for her professionalism, expertise, and personal touch. If you need to get in touch with her, do reach out to her at +91 9008166800 Read Less
India
Full Time MBA
Posted:   Jan 27, 2025 09:01
Status:
Online with Adcom
Interviewed on:
Jan 24, 2025
Final Decision:
Interviewed
Here's a debrief! It was with 1 alumnus and 1 adcom. 30 minutes in length. 1. They had me introduc... Read More
Here's a debrief! It was with 1 alumnus and 1 adcom. 30 minutes in length. 1. They had me introduce myself, explain my career thus far, etc. 2. Why NUS, why Singapore (since I'm from the US) 3. What I plan to do post MBA 4. Other schools I applied to, what would I do if I was accepted to all of them 5. Mentioned one of my essays, explored that a bit 6. On a scale of 1-10 how opposed or have an affinity for risks 7. On a scale of 1-10 how much do I believe in luck/karma vs self actualization 8. Books I've read recently, how I get my news 9. 3 problems I see in the world 10. Questions for them. We ended up spending the full 30 minutes. I actually really enjoyed my conversation with them. They were warm and amicable! Read Less
Full Time MBA
Posted:   Jan 27, 2025 09:01
Status:
Online with Adcom
Interviewed on:
Dec 24, 2024
My interview was around 25 minutes. It was pretty conversational. Below are the questions I was aske... Read More
My interview was around 25 minutes. It was pretty conversational. Below are the questions I was asked- 1. Post MBA goals 2. Backup plan 3. What locations you are considering post your MBA. 4. Since I mentioned about working in the energy sector, there were questions around what research I had done around the work in this sector in Singapore and NUS. 5. What am I doing to prepare myself for my goals. 6. Why did I leave my previous job. 7. Challenges in leadership. 8. Any other schools you applied to 9. Any questions for us. Read Less
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Full Time MBA
Posted:   Jan 27, 2025 09:01
Status:
Online with Adcom
Interviewed on:
Dec 13, 2024
Final Decision:
Interviewed
Very short interview. 25 mins. Standard questions. Tell me about yourself Why mba Why NUS Why not co... Read More
Very short interview. 25 mins. Standard questions. Tell me about yourself Why mba Why NUS Why not continue at your current job? (I work for an MBB) Leadership experience, style, obstacle Read Less
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Full Time MBA
Posted:   Dec 11, 2024 11:12
Status:
Online with Adcom
Interviewed on:
Dec 2, 2024
My Interview Very short interview. 25 mins. Standard questions. Tell me about yourself Why mba Why ... Read More
My Interview Very short interview. 25 mins. Standard questions. Tell me about yourself Why mba Why NUS Why not continue at your current job? (I work for an MBB) Leadership experience, style, obstacle Read Less

NUS Singapore MBA Employment Report

Full-time graduates:
Full-time graduates known to be seeking employment:
Full-time graduates employed at graduation:
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Full-time graduates employed three months after graduation:
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Average base salary:
Average signing bonus:

NUS Singapore Recommendation Questions

Full NUS Singapore Recommendation Form
How long have you known the applicant and in what capacity/context? (1000 Characters)

In your opinion, what is the candidate’s leadership potential for the next five years? (1000 Characters)

Please provide three memorable achievements the applicant attained in your company. (1000 Characters)

Kindly provide an instance when the applicant exhibited any one of the following qualities. (a) Entrepreneurship (b) Leadership (c) Exceptional work performance (1000 Characters)

From what you understand of the applicant, what are his/her main motivations or interests in life? (1000 Characters)

NUS Singapore MBA Essay Questions

Essay 1:
How have people, events, and/or situations in your life influenced who you are today? (Maximum 250 words/3500 characters)

Essay 2:
How do you plan to spend your time on The NUS MBA to transform yourself personally & professionally? Briefly describe your experience to date, and how this and The NUS MBA can help you achieve your mid and long-term career goals. (Maximum 350 words/3500 characters)

Optional Essay
Is there any additional information relevant to your application that you'd like to share with the Admissions Committee? (Maximum 200 words/3500 characters)

NUS Singapore MBA Program Cost

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NUS Singapore MBA Application Deadlines 2026

Official NUS Singapore Application
Submit by:
Interview Invite by:
Decision by:
Full Time MBA
Posted:   Feb 10, 2026 08:02
Status:
Online with Adcom
Interviewed on:
Feb 10, 2026
Final Decision:
Interviewed
I have collected some NUS Singapore Video Essay Questions (although they are not too many) from NUS ... Read More
I have collected some NUS Singapore Video Essay Questions (although they are not too many) from NUS admission discussion 2026. 1. What legacy you want to leave behind? 2. What does a typical Sunday look like to you? 3. What is your plan A and plan B post-MBA? 4. Tell me who you are beyond your professional life? 5. Tell us about a time when you failed.? 6. Why MBA Is important to you? Read Less
User avatar
Posted Privately
India
Full Time MBA
Posted:   Feb 9, 2026 12:02
Status:
Online with Adcom
Interviewed on:
Jan 21, 2026
Final Decision:
Admitted
I applied to NUS FTMBA in R1 on Oct 31 and waited for almost 2.5 months for an interview invite. I r... Read More
I applied to NUS FTMBA in R1 on Oct 31 and waited for almost 2.5 months for an interview invite. I received an interview invite on 19 jan and gave my interview on Jan 21. I just got an admit from admissions team. 1) tell us about yourself. (Reflecting more on your professional background) 2) why MBA and why now 3) why NUS 4) More follow up questions on my MBA goals and if I was open to exchange program, etc 5) if I had to give a tedx kinda talk what would I talk about 6) Back up plan on my MBA goals Read Less
User avatar
Posted Privately
India
Full Time MBA
Posted:   Jan 25, 2026 08:01
Status:
Online with Adcom
Interviewed on:
Jan 21, 2026
Final Decision:
Admitted
The interview session last 30-45 minutes and was pretty corvesational, they gave me a lot of advices... Read More
The interview session last 30-45 minutes and was pretty corvesational, they gave me a lot of advices on how should I act in NUS MBA to fully optimizes the NUS MBA resources. I would like to share my interview questions that was asked to me in the session to help other candidates prepare and can picture the interview phase. Here are my questions: 1. Can you tell us about yourself? 2. ⁠Why NUS MBA? 3. ⁠Your industry is very niche (construction), how do you plan to utilize NUS resources? 4. ⁠How NUS MBA can support you goals? 5. ⁠Challenges in career? 6. ⁠In what stage are you applying for that Government Scholarship (I'm an awardee)? 7. ⁠What are the selection criterias in that scholarship tracks? 8. ⁠Have you worked with international clients? 9. ⁠I see you write writing as your hobby, can you give me a quick description on what are you writing and what is the last thing you wrote? 10. ⁠I heard that your scholarship policy has been changed, does it still require you to go back directly to indonesia? Do you have to go back to your fambiz immediately after graduation? 11. How do you plan to go to singapore and attend the NUS if you’re admitted 12. What is the biggest challenge for you if you’re admitted to MBA? 13. Do you applied to any other schools? 14. ⁠Do you plan to have an internship when you’re admitted? Godspeed to other applicants! Read Less
User avatar
Posted Privately
Indonesia
NUS MSc in Finance
Posted:   Jan 23, 2026 12:01
Status:
Off Campus with Student
Interviewed on:
Jan 22, 2026
Final Decision:
Denied with Interview
Profile: Score: 675 Background: B.Com (Hons) DU, 8.0 CGPA Work/Internship: Deloitte Offer Letter ... Read More
Profile: Score: 675 Background: B.Com (Hons) DU, 8.0 CGPA Work/Internship: Deloitte Offer Letter Other: 99.3 CAT Percentile Interview Experience: Interviewer: Current Student (2nd Year) Duration: 25–30 minutes Tone: Conversational but rigorous on "Why NUS?" Questions Asked: > 1. Walk me through your resume. 2. Why did you choose Finance over management (given the CAT score)? 3. What is your Plan B if you don't land a job in Singapore? 4. How will you contribute to the NUS student community? Reflections: I felt the interview went well, but in hindsight, my answers on "Plan B" might have been too focused on returning to India, which may have signaled a lack of commitment to the Singapore market. Next Steps for You Request Feedback: While NUS rarely gives individual feedback, a polite email to the admissions office thanking them and asking for "general areas of improvement" occasionally yields a one-sentence hint. Focus on ISB: Given your background, you are a prime candidate for the ISB Young Leaders Program (YLP). ISB tends to value high CAT/GMAT scores more heavily than NUS, which places a massive premium on "Singapore job-market readiness." Read Less
User avatar
Posted Privately
India
Full Time MBA
Posted:   Apr 25, 2025 09:04
Status:
Online with Adcom
Interviewed on:
Apr 17, 2025
Final Decision:
Interviewed
Interview was conducted over zoom for ~30 minutes with NUS's assistant dean and another alumni from ... Read More
Interview was conducted over zoom for ~30 minutes with NUS's assistant dean and another alumni from China who previously has a NUS MBA scholarship. It felt slightly harder than the typical MBA interview as there were a few gotcha questions that required thinking on the feet and some wittiness. Questions asked: 1) Tell me more about yourself - I was prompted to describe more than just my professional experience but also who I was outside of work 2) Why MBA and how it related to your goals? - I said I forsaw myself being a CTO/CPO in a consumer technology company 3) Have you researched into what a CTO does? 4) Can you describe some innovative product in the market and what problem did it solve? (I was asked this question due to my background in design) - I talked about the Apple Vision Pro and Japanese Shinkansen 5) However, the Apple Vision pro is not selling well, as a product manager, how would you deal with that? 6) How do you view Linkedin as a platform that is declining in relevance? - I mentioned about social anxiety and potential toxicity by aggrieved/unfairly retrenched employees 7) You listed empathy in your essay as a core value, can you name a global leader that epitomizes this trait? - I got stuck a bit here as most modern global leaders don't really show this side of them in public but in hindsight, there are past servant leaders like JFK, MLK Jr 8) Using 3 words, describe yourself - I chose analytical, empathetic and excellent 9) Would you describe Elon Musk as an empathetic leader? 10) What about Donald Trump? Do you think his decisions are good? 11) Do you have any questions for us? I rate my performance 7/10, questions were asked in a rather pushy tone at the start but gradually became more casual. Read Less
Singapore
Full Time MBA
Posted:   Mar 7, 2025 06:03
Status:
Online with Adcom
Interviewed on:
Jan 16, 2025
Final Decision:
Admitted from WL
Hey Folks! I wanted to take a moment to highlight the invaluable support and guidance I received fro... Read More
Hey Folks! I wanted to take a moment to highlight the invaluable support and guidance I received from my admissions counsellor, Mrs. Shreekala from CrackVerbal. Throughout the entire application and interview-preparation process, she demonstrated a remarkable level of expertise, patience, and dedication that truly made a difference in my candidacy. From the very first meeting, her encouragement and structured approach helped me identify my strengths, refine my personal narratives, and develop clarity on my career goals. She invested time in understanding my background and aspirations, tailoring her advice specifically to my profile. Whether it involved discussing essay topics, preparing thoughtful responses to potential interview questions, or providing constructive feedback on my performance, she was always thorough, insightful, and supportive. Additionally, I appreciated her ability to present honest critique while maintaining a positive and motivating environment. This balance of clear guidance and unwavering confidence in my potential helped me stay focused and motivated, even during the more challenging phases of the application. Her responsiveness and willingness to accommodate my schedule for practice sessions and consultations were nothing short of exceptional. Overall, working with Mrs. Shreekala from CrackVerbal was a transformative experience. She not only helped me present the best version of myself as a candidate but also offered me invaluable lessons on communication, self-reflection, and goal-setting that I will carry forward. I am truly grateful for her professionalism, expertise, and personal touch. If you need to get in touch with her, do reach out to her at +91 9008166800 Read Less
India
Full Time MBA
Posted:   Jan 27, 2025 09:01
Status:
Online with Adcom
Interviewed on:
Jan 24, 2025
Final Decision:
Interviewed
Here's a debrief! It was with 1 alumnus and 1 adcom. 30 minutes in length. 1. They had me introduc... Read More
Here's a debrief! It was with 1 alumnus and 1 adcom. 30 minutes in length. 1. They had me introduce myself, explain my career thus far, etc. 2. Why NUS, why Singapore (since I'm from the US) 3. What I plan to do post MBA 4. Other schools I applied to, what would I do if I was accepted to all of them 5. Mentioned one of my essays, explored that a bit 6. On a scale of 1-10 how opposed or have an affinity for risks 7. On a scale of 1-10 how much do I believe in luck/karma vs self actualization 8. Books I've read recently, how I get my news 9. 3 problems I see in the world 10. Questions for them. We ended up spending the full 30 minutes. I actually really enjoyed my conversation with them. They were warm and amicable! Read Less
Full Time MBA
Posted:   Jan 27, 2025 09:01
Status:
Online with Adcom
Interviewed on:
Dec 24, 2024
My interview was around 25 minutes. It was pretty conversational. Below are the questions I was aske... Read More
My interview was around 25 minutes. It was pretty conversational. Below are the questions I was asked- 1. Post MBA goals 2. Backup plan 3. What locations you are considering post your MBA. 4. Since I mentioned about working in the energy sector, there were questions around what research I had done around the work in this sector in Singapore and NUS. 5. What am I doing to prepare myself for my goals. 6. Why did I leave my previous job. 7. Challenges in leadership. 8. Any other schools you applied to 9. Any questions for us. Read Less
User avatar
Posted Privately
Full Time MBA
Posted:   Jan 27, 2025 09:01
Status:
Online with Adcom
Interviewed on:
Dec 13, 2024
Final Decision:
Interviewed
Very short interview. 25 mins. Standard questions. Tell me about yourself Why mba Why NUS Why not co... Read More
Very short interview. 25 mins. Standard questions. Tell me about yourself Why mba Why NUS Why not continue at your current job? (I work for an MBB) Leadership experience, style, obstacle Read Less
User avatar
Posted Privately
Full Time MBA
Posted:   Dec 11, 2024 11:12
Status:
Online with Adcom
Interviewed on:
Dec 2, 2024
My Interview Very short interview. 25 mins. Standard questions. Tell me about yourself Why mba Why ... Read More
My Interview Very short interview. 25 mins. Standard questions. Tell me about yourself Why mba Why NUS Why not continue at your current job? (I work for an MBB) Leadership experience, style, obstacle Read Less

NUS Singapore MBA Essay Questions

Essay 1:
How have people, events, and/or situations in your life influenced who you are today? (Maximum 250 words/3500 characters)

Essay 2:
How do you plan to spend your time on The NUS MBA to transform yourself personally & professionally? Briefly describe your experience to date, and how this and The NUS MBA can help you achieve your mid and long-term career goals. (Maximum 350 words/3500 characters)

Optional Essay
Is there any additional information relevant to your application that you'd like to share with the Admissions Committee? (Maximum 200 words/3500 characters)

NUS Singapore Recommendation Questions

Full NUS Singapore Recommendation Form
How long have you known the applicant and in what capacity/context? (1000 Characters)

In your opinion, what is the candidate’s leadership potential for the next five years? (1000 Characters)

Please provide three memorable achievements the applicant attained in your company. (1000 Characters)

Kindly provide an instance when the applicant exhibited any one of the following qualities. (a) Entrepreneurship (b) Leadership (c) Exceptional work performance (1000 Characters)

From what you understand of the applicant, what are his/her main motivations or interests in life? (1000 Characters)

FAQ

What GMAT score do I need for NUS Singapore?

The average GMAT score for NUS Singapore is around 670 (Classic) / 615 (Focus Equivalent) for the latest incoming class. As score is just one component of the application it does not mean that you can get in with 740 and someone will get dinged with 700.
Here is what you can use as a guide:
1) Are you from an over-represented demography? If yes, add 30 points to the average to arrive at a competitive score for your peer group.
2) Are you from a unique background or disadvantaged group such as a refugee or first-time college grad? You can subtract 30 points from the average and still get in.

What is the average GRE score for NUS Singapore?

NUS Singapore average GRE score for the latest incoming class is 320. The dynamics for most schools with GRE admissions is that a great profile with a lower-caliber GRE score seems to be acceptable but a below average profile will usually not be able to get in with above-average GRE score. As the result, the average GRE score may look very tenable but it may not result into an Admit. This is just an average score and schools admit a spectrum of applicants.

Does NUS Singapore accept without GRE or GMAT?

GMAT/GRE Test waiver are available to only part time MBA program Part-time MBA applicants with more than 7 years of full-time work experience may attempt an application without a GMAT, GRE or EA score. However, waivers are granted on an exceptional basis, typically to candidates with more than 10 years of work experience, possess strong academic and career track records, and who excel at the admissions interview. Therefore, candidates may be asked to furnish a reasonable GMAT, GRE or EA score at any stage of the admissions process. As such, it is highly recommended to provide an EA score along with your application.

What GPA do you need to get into NUS Singapore?

When is NUS Singapore application deadline?

NUS Singapore has 3 application deadlines:
Round 1 is 30 October 2025
Round 2 is 15 January 2026 (Last round to be considered for scholarships)
Round 3 is 02 April 2026 Round 1 is best for admissions and scholarships. Round 2 tends to be the most competitive. Round 3 is not for friendly for most applicants and has the least chances of financial aid.

How long is the FT MBA program at NUS Singapore?

NUS Singapore Full Time MBA program is 24 months long.

Does NUS Singapore have a Part Time MBA program?

In addition to Full Time MBA program, NUS Singapore also has A competitive Part time MBA program

How much is NUS Singapore MBA tuition?

MBA is expensive! NUS Singapore MBA Program costs $87,000. In addition, you will need an additional $25,000 per year for room and board (living expenses).

How many years of work experience do you need to get into NUS Singapore Business School?

NUS Singapore Requires at least 2 years of work experience for their Full Time MBA program. Two years is minimum and the recommended / ideal work experience is 5-6 years, which gives you more content for the application and is more likely to result into admission. More experience also offers a stronger resume and better chances for recruiting.
Keep in mind that having too much work experience such as 10 or more years, is often detrimental to your chances.

What is the starting salary for MBA from NUS Singapore?

Average starting salary for NUS Singapore is $77,109 per year. In addition, many qualify for annual incentive, retention, or performance bonuses up to 20% of their annual pay.