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Calling all NUS Singapore MBA Applicants: (2019 Intake) Class of 2021

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Welcome everyone to the NUS 2019 Intake applicants discussion. Let's use this platform to know each other, exchange ideas/information, discuss application strategies, share interview/school visit experiences, and boost each other's morale to face the tough admission process. Happy networking!

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Application Deadlines

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Round I: 1 August 2018 – 31 January 2019 (Scholarship Qualifying Period)
Round II: 1 February 2019 – 31 March 2019

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The application window: 1 August 2018 – 15 May 2019.

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Avg GMAT: 669
Avg WE: 72 Months
Age: 30 Years
International Students: 88%
Women: 34%

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When does NUS start interviews? I understand it's a rolling process, so around when were the early interview invites sent last year? In the application-deadline page, they haven't yet updated the dates.

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Hi Narenn,

I am planning to apply in R1. I can't understand one thing - Why all forums related to Singapore schools so silent? As per FT rankings, both these schools are doing pretty good. I can't understand why there is not much craze about these schools on GMAT Club. In fact the information about these schools on internet is also much lesser as compared to other schools of similar ranking.

I do understand that R1 deadline is still few months away but historically there hasn't been much following of both NUS and NTU. Will be great if you can shed some light.

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Who's applying in R1?

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Who's applying in R1?

I m planning to apply in R1

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Who's applying in R1?

I m planning to apply in R1

Like wise. Did you start?

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Who's applying in R1?

I m planning to apply in R1

Like wise. Did you start?

No, I have to start. Probably will start in Oct 1st week.

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Who's applying in R1?

I m planning to apply in R1

Like wise. Did you start?

Hi,
Are you aware by when can we expect a decision if we submit the NUS application in October? NTU's 1st round decision is mentioned in December, however, am not able to find any such details for NUS. I am confused if I should apply in two simultaneously.

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Hey there, all i know is that NUS has rolling applications so you could expect a call by December if you are targeting both the schools

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When are the application deadlines exactly?

I can't seem to find it.

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When are the application deadlines exactly?

I can't seem to find it.

Surprisingly, they haven't updated the dates on the website yet.
But they are mentioned on the application page-

Submit your COMPLETED application by :

Round 1 (31 Jan 2019) - $50 (50% waiver for early submission)
Round 2 (1 Feb - 31 Mar 2019) - $100

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Bump!
It'll be really helpful if somebody can shed some light. Is the job scenario really difficult for international students?

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When are the application deadlines exactly?

I can't seem to find it.

Thanks a ton. I'm trying to set up my account online. What did you select for this drop down? Are these the only two options? :

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When are the application deadlines exactly?

I can't seem to find it.

Thanks a ton. I'm trying to set up my account online. What did you select for this drop down? Are these the only two options? :

Even I got confused about this. We have to select only if we want to apply for either of these.
Otherwise, for marketing, finance etc we have to leave it blank. I'll have to search the link where it's mentioned. But am sure as I recently read that.

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I am planning to apply in R1. I can't understand one thing - Why all forums related to Singapore schools so silent? As per FT rankings, both these schools are doing pretty good. I can't understand why there is not much craze about these schools on GMAT Club. In fact the information about these schools on internet is also much lesser as compared to other schools of similar ranking.

I do understand that R1 deadline is still few months away but historically there hasn't been much following of both NUS and NTU. Will be great if you can shed some light.

Bump!
It'll be really helpful if somebody can shed some light. Is the job scenario really difficult for international students?

Placement scenario, according to FT rankings, at both NUS and NTU is really good - 96% of NUS graduates attained jobs within 3 months of graduations. And frankly I would refrain from relating the activity on a specific business school forum to the employment scenario in that school. Now, why Singapore school forums are so silent, if you look at the previous discussions closely, activity in these forums generally start from the 1st/2nd week of Oct. It's probably the time when applicants start focussing on their apps.

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Can anybody please share the recommendation questions?

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So this is one of my target schools. I am planning to set up a WhatsApp group to interact with other applicants on the admissions process as we approach the deadline.

Do send me a DM with your number and we can get connected.

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Who's applying in R1?

I m planning to apply in R1

Me too!

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I have just started with the Application, made an account today.
Following are the Essay topics for 2019 intake

1. Briefly describe your immediate post-MBA career goal including your industry, function and country of choice and how have your prior experiences motivated and prepared you to pursue these goals? (300 words)

2. Name one current issue (economic / social / political) that Asia is facing and identify a couple of strategies that you think may address the issue. (300 words)

3. Define what success means to you. (300 words)

4. In 300 words, describe how you have demonstrated leadership and overcame obstacles in your professional, social, or family life. [OPTIONAL]

5. Please provide an update on any new aspects of your professional, international, academic or personal profile that would not have been included in your previous application. Please also explain your motivation for re-applying to NUS. (Max. 300 words)[ONLY FOR RE-APPLICANTS]

How are you guys planning to go ahead ?