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SUSS Master of Management + FHNW Master of Science in International Management

Dual Master’s Degree Programmes
(Postgraduate)

To prepare business executives with the skills and knowledge to contribute to the effective management of organisations.

SUSS Master of Management + FHNW Master of Science in International Management

Applications Open:  31 October 2023

Applications Close:  30 April 2024

Next Available Intake:  July 2024

Programme Type: Graduate

Fees: View More Details on Fees

Area of Interest: Management

School/Department: School of Business

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Overview

Overview of SUSS Master of Management

The Master of Management programme aims to prepare business executives with the skills and knowledge to contribute to the effective management of organisations. The programme equips learners with 21st century skills and knowledge such as problem-solving, critical thinking, digital literacy, communication skills, as well as leadership capabilities, while ensuring that the need for sustainability, social responsibility and ethical practices are met.


The curriculum builds on the core foundation of business management. By embracing complementarities and knowledge exchange with other emerging disciplines and fields, students can gain a deeper perspective of the best practices in a specialisation of their choice, depending on their career lifecycle and evolution. .

Unique Features of the Master of Management Programme
  • The programme offers an immersive learning experience where students can explore global best practices and apply practical solutions to business and management challenges at their workplace.
  • The variety of specialisations afford maximum flexibility in course selection according to the student's individual preferences and interests.
  • The programme is stackable and thus in line with the national emphasis on stackable credentials that facilitate lifelong learning. Students may graduate with a graduate certificate, graduate diploma or master's degree in management.
  • The teaching and learning strategy of using real-world case studies and guest speakers help to inject more relevant and updated business and management knowledge in classes.

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Overview of FHNW

The University of Applied Sciences and Arts Northwestern Switzerland (FHNW) is one of Switzerland’s leading universities of applied sciences and arts, actively involved in teaching, research, continuing education and service provision – both innovative and practice-oriented. The FHNW School of Business is AACSB accredited. Its mission is to educate innovative, responsible specialists and managers for an interconnected and ever-changing world.

Overview of FHNW Master of Science in International Management

The Master of Science in International Management programme is designed for students who are pursuing an international career in a corporation, non-profit organisation or public administration. The local and international elective modules offered in the programme allow students to customise an individual study portfolio. Students will also gain international experience through a variety of real-world applied learning trips.

Unique Features of the Master of Science in International Management Programme
  • The programme prepares students to manage the future of internationalisation and the sharing economy.
  • The programme equips students with the knowledge and skillsets to lead and operate in an international setting that is committed to the philosophy of cross-cultural management, organisational sustainability, customer engagement, and people management.
  • The programme provides students the opportunity to pursue a career in a globalised world by developing a creative mindset through personalised projects and intensive management research.
  • The programme is customisable, as each student is able to create a unique profile in their MSc in International Management degree programme.
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Admission Requirements

  • A recognised Bachelor's degree in disciplines such as business, management, economics, engineering management, business information systems/technology, finance, tourism, psychology or in a similar or related programme
  • Good linguistic abilities in English
    • Please submit your English score obtained within the last 2 years at point of application if your undergraduate degree is not awarded by an English-medium university, or your undergraduate degree is awarded by an English-medium university but the language of instruction was not in English.
    • At least an IELTS (Academic) score of 6.5, or a TOEFL score of 580 (paper-based) or 85 (internet-based), or a PTE Academic score of 58, or C1 Advanced score of 180.
  • Relevant work experience
  • Applicants with social outreach or volunteering experience have an added advantage

The number of places for this programme is limited. Shortlisted applicants are required to undergo two rounds of interviews and take some written admission tests.

All applications are considered individually based on merit, and the offer of admission is dependent on the number of places available in the individual programmes. Admission is solely at the discretion of SUSS and the decision is final and binding. SUSS reserves the right to refuse admission and is not obliged to offer an explanation for the non-admission of unsuccessful candidates.

This programme is open to Singapore citizens, permanent residents, as well as international students.

Programme Structure

SUSSFHNW
40 credit units (cu)
( 30 cu from courses + MGT599 (10 cu) )
30 ECTS*

* The European Credit Transfer and Accumulation System is a standard means for comparing academic credits, i.e., the "volume of learning based on the defined learning outcomes and their associated workload" for higher education across the European Union and other collaborating European countries.

SUSS (30 cu from the list below + 10 cu Management Consulting Project*)

*The 10-cu Management Consulting Project should be conducted in an International Context and in line with the Research Proposal to be completed at FHNW.

  • ANL552 Data Analytics for Managers
  • BUS557 Leading for Sustainability
  • BUS558 Corporate Governance and Corporate Social Responsibility
  • MGT561 Impactful Leadership
  • MGT562 Ecosystem Design
  • MGT564 Digital Transformation in Operations
  • MGT565 Accounting for Business Decisions
  • MGT566 Finance for Business Decisions
  • MGT551 The Future of Work*
  • MGT553 Leadership in Service Innovation*
  • MGT554 Customer Experience Management*
  • BUS554 Industry 4.0*
  • MGT552 Leading Through Digital Disruption*
  • MGT555 Innovation and Strategy*
  • MGT556 Human-Computer Interactions for Organisations*
  • MGT557 Leading the Company of the Future*
  • MGT563 Social Entrepreneurship and Corporate Venture Building*
  • MGT558 Fostering Happiness at Work#
  • MGT590 Global Industry Immersion (5 cu)

*offered as online synchronous modules
# offered as online synchronous modules and F2F

At SUSS, students need to complete the following modules**:

At least 5 CUs of these modules:

  • MGT552 Leading Through Digital Disruption (2.5 cu)
  • MGT553 Leadership in Service Innovation (2.5 cu)
  • MGT557 Leading the Company of the Future (2.5 cu)
  • MGT561 Impactful Leadership (2.5 cu)
and

At least 5 CUs of these modules:
  • MGT555 Innovation and Strategy (2.5 cu)
  • BUS557 Leading for Sustainability (2.5 cu)
  • BUS558 Corporate Governance and Corporate Social Responsibility (2.5 cu)
  • MGT562 Ecosystem Design (2.5 cu)
At FHNW, students need to complete the following modules**:
  • Strategic Financial Decision Making
  • International Management Research Methods
If any two of the following modules are completed before arriving at FHNW, then the student has the flexibility to choose another elective and in replacement of Strategic Financial Decision Making.
  • ANL552 Data Analytics for Managers (2.5 cu)
  • MGT565 Accounting for Business Decisions (2.5 cu)
  • MGT566 Finance for Business Decisions (2.5 cu)
** The curriculum might be updated from time to time at the sole discretion of both SUSS and FHNW.


The University of Applied Sciences and Arts Northwestern Switzerland (FHNW)

FHNW Campus Olten, Von Roll-Strasse 10, 4600 Olten

Core Modules24 ECTS*
Strategic Financial Decision Making

*option to replace this module with an elective if either two of the following modules are completed:
  • ANL552
  • MGT565
  • MGT566
6 ECTS
International Managerial Research Methods6 ECTS
Cooperative Learning Project6 ECTS
Research Proposal 6 ECTS
One Elective Module6 ECTS
Total30 ECTS

*The European Credit Transfer and Accumulation System is a standard means for comparing academic credits, i.e., the "volume of learning based on the defined learning outcomes and their associated workload" for higher education across the European Union and other collaborating European countries.

Please upload the following documents to the Application System:

  • Letter of Motivation (in English) Maximum 1,000 words
  • Curriculum Vitae
  • Certificate of employment / Proof of work (including internship)
A number of scholarships covering all the fees payable to FHNW are available for outstanding students.

To be considered for the scholarship, please submit a Personal Statement together with other required documents to the application system.
  1. How many intakes are there in a year for the SUSS Master of Management + FHNW Master of Science in International Management programme?
    There are two intakes per year that take place in January and July.

  2. How long does it take to complete the SUSS Master of Management + FHNW Master of Science in International Management programme?
    3. The minimum duration is 3 semesters (18 months) while the maximum is 8 semesters (four years).

  3. Is GMAT or GRE required for admission?
    4. No, GMAT or GRE score is not required for admission to the SUSS Master of Management + FHNW Master of Science in International Management programme.

  4. Is an interview required for admission?
    5. Shortlisted applicants will be required to undergo two interviews conducted by both universities. In addition, the applicant needs to prepare a 1,000-word letter of motivation.

  5. What are the assessment components for each course?
    6. The assessment comprises a mixture of pre-course quizzes, class participation, online discussion boards, individual assignments, group-based assignments, and examinations/end-of-course assessments. Students will need to achieve a Cumulative Grade Point Average (CGPA) of at least 3.0 (i.e., 60/100) to be awarded SUSS Master of Management + FHNW Master of Science in International Management.

  6. When are the lessons scheduled?
    7. At SUSS, classes are generally conducted on weekday evenings from 7pm to 10pm or weekends.

    At FHNW, classes are generally conducted on Thursdays, Fridays, and Saturdays.

    Core modules are taught on Fridays between 8:15am and 12:00noon, or 1:15pm and 5pm over a minimum of 12 weeks.

    Elective modules are taught on Thursdays or Saturdays from 8:15am to 5pm (lunch time is between 12noon and 1pm) for 6 weeks.

    Collaborative/joint modules with global universities or inter-schools within FHNW can take place on any day of the week and with an unusual scheduling depending on the collaborative partners’ time zone.

    There may be one-week intensive modules abroad which students can opt to take as an elective course. These modules will be conducted full-day daily over the one-week duration.

  7. Am I required to attend classes during the day on weekdays?
    8. Yes, at SUSS, only international students working on MGT599 Management Consulting Project will need to come back to campus on weekdays (daytime), to complete their 10-cu project.

    In addition, international students should schedule meetings with their project supervisor and conduct their research work for MGT599 Management Consulting Project in the day (i.e., during office hours).

    International students will be able to take MGT599 Management Consulting Project via unrestricted electives under the Specialisation track.

    International students must fulfil the daytime classes criteria. This rule will not apply for non-international students.

  8. Are there any attendance requirements?
    9. We encourage students to attend all the face-to-face seminars/course to maximise their learning as well as to receive in-class participation marks.

    At FHNW, most classes require face-to-face attendance and participation. There will be graded tasks during the classes.

  9. Can I apply for course exemption and recognition?
    10. Yes, credit recognition may be granted to applicants for courses completed in SUSS. Credit recognition shall follow SUSS's policy.

    No credit recognition will be granted for courses completed in other institutions or organisations.

  10. I am working full time. Will I be able to enrol in the programme?
    11. Yes, the SUSS part of the programme cater to full-time working professionals. However, to fulfil the one semester at FHNW, students will need to apply for leave to study in Switzerland as a full-time student.

  11. If I am an international student, do I need to apply for visa to come to Singapore?
    12. The university will provide the necessary information to facilitate the application of student pass. For more information, please click here.

  12. What happens if I do not complete the graduate programmes (e.g. Graduate Certificate, Graduate Diploma, Master) within the candidature period? Can I apply to take the remaining courses via CET pathway?
    Students who have not completed their graduate programmes within the stipulated candidature period will not be eligible for the award of the qualification for such graduate programmes. Such students however may apply to take, via the CET pathway, the remaining courses which they did not complete under their graduate programmes as part of their personal learning and development . Such application will be subjected to the CET admission requirement. However, as such students have exceeded the candidature period for their graduate programmes, they will not be awarded the qualification for such graduate programmes even after taking and completing the remaining courses via the CET pathway (“Condition”).

    PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS COURSE, IS ONE OF THE COURSES UNDER A GRADUATE PROGRAMME. THEREFORE, APPLICANTS FOR THIS COURSE ARE SUBJECT TO THE FOREGOING CONDITION. BY SUBMITTING AN APPLICATION FOR THIS COURSE, THE APPLICANT AGREES TO BE SUBJECT TO THE FOREGOING CONDITION.

SUSSFHNW
Singapore Citizens / Permanent Residents SGD 26,400 CHF 7,500
Other ResidentsSGD 31,680CHF 7,500


The University offers course fee concession for selected graduate programmes. Please click here for more details.

For information on other fees from FHNW please click here for more details.



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