Singapore: Singapore Management University

This program will be offered for Summer 2025

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Singapore is a large modern city with a diverse population of over 5 million inhabitants. You’ll experience a bustling real estate and financial hub, while its proximity to other Southeastern Asian countries lends itself to weekend excursions.

Singapore’s history dates back to the 11^th century. As a port city, Singapore has a history of being conquered. The Portuguese destroyed the city in the 1600’s, and the British took control in the early 1800’s. During World War II the island as occupied by the Japanese, then control reverted back to the British, then the Malay, and in 1965, Singapore gained independence. Singapore today has a highly developed free market economy and has been applauded for its visionary development.

At SMU, you’ll enjoy organized activities such as Orientation, Mix & Mingle and a Farewell Party. There will also be opportunities for company visits, networking and social/cultural activities.

Quick Facts & Links

GPA Requirement: 3.00
Program Options: Direct Enroll
Language of Instruction: English
Program Dates:
- Session 1: June 23 – July 18, 2025
- Session 2: July 7 – August 1, 2025
Visit the SMU Global Summer Programme website and view the SMU International Student Video for more information
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Accessibility Resources

Application Information

Apply for a Kenan-Flagler Global Program and Global Programs scholarship through the same application system using your Kenan-Flagler credentials. Click the Apply Now button below to learn more about application deadlines, requirements, and to start your application!

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Program Logistics

Academics

Please visit Global Academic Procedures for detailed credit and other academic information.

Students can choose to take 1 or 2 courses Singapore Management University during SMU Global Summer Program (GSP) Session 1 OR 2 . Each course is worth 3 UNC credit hours. If you choose to take two courses, you will select one course during the morning block, and one course in the afternoon block.

Courses approved for Business Elective credit hours in Summer 2024 are listed below. All other courses at SMU in Summer 2024 that are not on the list below are NOT approved for Business credit. To study abroad through Kenan-Flagler, you must take at least one business course while you are abroad, so if you choose to take a course that is not approved for business credit, you must take a second course for business credit:

Morning Block:

MGMT 351: An Introduction to Artificial Intelligence: Implications for Work and Business Models
IS466: Managing Customer Relations with Analytics: Asian Insights
MGMT 312: Asia Pacific Business
COR1306: Capital Markets in China

Afternoon Block:

IS452S: Blockchain Applications in Asia-Pacific’s Financial Services
ACCT431: Sustainability Accounting and Reporting

This program also fulfills the Experiential Education/High-Impact Experience requirement.

Courses taken at Singapore Management University will transfer back to UNC Pass (SMU grade of C and above)/Fail (SMU grade of C- and lower). Pass grades do not affect your UNC GPA. Fail grades transfer back to UNC as Fs, which will affect your UNC GPA. Though transfer credit for this program is Pass/Fail, future employers and graduate schools will also look at the SMU transcript, so grades are important. View the ‘Credit Hour Conversions’ accordion on the ‘Academics Procedures‘ page for information on credit hour conversion from SMU to UNC.

Housing

Program Cost

We suggest you create your study abroad budget using our budget worksheet (xlsx) to help you think about your costs on this program:

Populate the figures from the tables below into the left side costs of attendance
Input your financial resources on the right

Your customized budget sheet can help determine your current financial status, and help you understand what additional funding you may need to help make this an affordable program option.

Cashier Billed Expenses*
Expense	Estimated Amount
Global Programs Administrative Fee	$700
GeoBlue International Medical Insurance	$70

*Cashier Billed Expenses are those charges billed directly to your UNC ConnectCarolina account.

Out of Pocket Estimates**
Expense	Estimated Amount
SMU Tuition	$2,443 (Based on 1 course) $4,243 (Based on 2 courses) ( Subject to exchange rate fluctuation; discount to be offered at 10% for 1-5 enrollees and 15% for 6+ enrollees)
SMU Application Fee	$112 (subject to exchange rate fluctuation)
SMU Miscellaneous Fee (includes local insurance, ID card, student facilities, IT fee)	$175 (subject to exchange rate fluctuation)
International Airfare	$2,000
Housing	$1400 (Varies from $600-$1100, with fees from $40-140 and not including deposits from $200-$700; each cost component dependent on housing option.)
Meals	$500
Immigration Visa/Residence Permit	$60
Passport Application Fee	$165
Course Materials	$100
International Cell Phone Plan	$140
Personal Expenses
Travel Insurance	$200
Local Transportation	$100
Miscellaneous	$900


Other Personal Expenses*** (subject to exchange rate fluctuations)

Total Estimated Expenses (Direct Enroll):	$9,065 (1 course) $10,865 (2 courses)

Withdrawal Policy: Once a student accepts their offer/enrolls on a study abroad program, the spot will be considered filled and will not be offered to another student. Students who withdraw from UBP Global are responsible for non-recoverable costs including the Global Programs Administrative. Your student account will be assessed charges to cover any/all amounts that Kenan-Flagler UBP Global programs has committed or paid on your behalf and are non-recoverable at the time of withdrawal. Such costs include, housing, meals, transportation and any expenses that may be associated with faculty and support participation on your program (if applicable).

*This direct enroll tuition is reflected in US dollars at the current pre-summer 2024 exchange rate.

**Out of Pocket Estimates are based on the cost of the program, which is determined by combining the average costs our previous students have spent in each of these categories, along with the costs our partner provides to us as their averages. These estimates are subject to change based on exchange rate fluctuations, bank fees, and individual variances in costs of living.

***Other Expenses: our budget worksheet (xlsx) also has a place for you to input other expenses outside of the out-of-pocket estimates that you may incur, such as attending concerts or sporting events.

Funding your global program

Scholarships & Financial Aid

Travel Documents

Do you have a valid passport? If yes, check your passport’s expiration date to ensure that your passport is valid at least 6 months after your program’s scheduled end date. If not, you’ll need to submit a passport renewal application.

Do you need to apply for a passport (first time or renew)? If yes, we recommend that you get started on your passport application right away as you’ll need time to collect documents like your birth certificate to include as part of your application. For complete instructions click here.

Will I need immigration documents? U.S. citizens can enter Singapore visa-free for stays of up to 90 days. Even though this program is approximately 38 days in length, you will need to obtain a Student Pass permitting you to study in Singapore if you are accepted into this program. For the Student Pass application, you will need your passport along with other documentation from our office and the host university office. Please set up an appointment with your Global Programs Advisor to discuss.

Meet with an Advisor

UBP students can schedule a meeting with Sherri Carmichael to learn more about this and other Summer programs by clicking on the “Schedule Appointment” link below.

Schedule Appointment