Why should you study in Singapore Institute of Management (SIM)?
Choosing a destination to study abroad can be quite a challenge. With so many countries offering excellent education, your decision may be based on affordability, safety, and cultural interest. Singapore, without a doubt, could be a prime option for any prospective international student.
Life in singapore
Singapore is a cultural hub in Southeast Asia, with excellent transportation links to Malaysia, Thailand, Vietnam, China, India, South Korea, Japan, and even Australia. Partly due to its excellent location and multicultural history, Singapore also has impressively attractive architecture, great cuisine, and a vibrant nightlife.
Singapore’s robust economy draws thousands of professionals from around the world to its soil every year. Singapore, one of the major financial centers in the Asia-Pacific region, has long built a reputation as one of the world’s leading economies. In 2017, Singapore was ranked the second most open economy in the world by the Heritage Foundation’s Index of Economic Freedom. In addition, it is also considered as one of the safest places in the world.
However, when it comes to choosing a place to study, the most important thing is the professional degree that you obtain. Luckily, the Singapore Institute of Management partners with universities in Australia, Europe, the United Kingdom, and the United States, so not only can you enjoy all the sights, sounds, and flavors of Southeast Asia (which are much more affordable than those of Australia, the United Kingdom or the United States), but you can also obtain a diploma that will be appreciated throughout the world.
The Singapore Institute of Management (SIM) is one of the largest private educational institutions in Singapore. The SIM annually hosts more than 17,000 students, among which 20% are international students from 40 countries around the world.
The SIM offers more than 80 academic programs ranging from the basic level to undergraduate and graduate programs. By fusing Asian practices with international perspectives, you get a truly global perspective, your programs will allow you to benefit from the best of each country. In addition, student life at SIM is dynamic thanks to the 1095 project, which aims to provide students with social skills through club activities and exchange programs.
The Singapore Institute of Management has academic alliances with prestigious universities around the world and we would like to highlight three of them:
- University of London (London, UK)
- RMIT University (Melbourne, Australia)
- University at Buffalo (New York, United States of America)
These degree programs are entirely taught in Singapore. In a shorter period of time and lower costs, now you have a cheaper and safer solution to continue your study trip.
United Kingdom
The University of London is one of the highest ranked universities in the world. However, you will likely encounter obstacles to study in London, one of the most relevant of which could be the cost. Studying at the Singapore Institute of Management can get you a world-class degree at a much more affordable price (while enjoying Singapore’s balmy weather).
Sam Yong, a first-class honours-award of SIM University London, believes his experience here, including Student Council and internships, had a major influence on his career at Data Operations.
“These were the highlights of my college life! At the Council, I had the opportunity to work with many different types of people and personalities, each brilliant in their own way. I also had countless opportunities to speak in front of large audiences, the which I think is an elementary skill of a leader.
My internship experience gave me the much-needed insight into how start-ups work and taught me how to spot the ones with potential. This allowed me to make a more informed decision about the type of companies I would want to start my career with.”
SIM will celebrate the 35th anniversary of its association with the University of London in 2021. During this time, the list of programs has grown significantly, currently offering programs in Accounting, Banking, Business, Business Analytics, Data Science, Innovation Digital, Economy, Finance, International Relations, Politics, Administration, Information Technology and Computer Science.
Australia
Australia has always been one of the most popular destinations among the international academic community. SIM’s alliance with RMIT University, one of Australia’s pioneering educational institutions, means you can aim for a more affordable tuition fee, as well as a wide range of programs in the fields of business, arts and sciences. social Sciences. RMIT has been ranked five stars by the QS World University Rankings for excellence in higher education, as well as the 21st best university in the world among universities under 50 (QS Top 50 Under 50 index 2019).
USA
The University at Buffalo (UB), the main campus of the State University of New York (SUNY), is one of the leading public research universities in the United States. A member of the esteemed Association of American Universities, the University at Buffalo was ranked 31st among public universities in the rankings of the best U.S. universities. News and World Report 2019. As with all Singapore Institute of Management partnerships, studying at a prestigious university in Buffalo while being able to enjoy all the wonders Singapore has to offer is a true honor.
