Graduate Stories
15 Jun 2017
Coming up with a business idea is not that toughest part – building up and maintaining a business is. Do you have what it takes to be an entrepreneur?
Coming up with a business idea is not that toughest part – building up and maintaining a business is. Do you have what it takes to be an entrepreneur?
30 May 2017
The Big Apple is certainly a “concrete jungle where dreams are made of”. A melting pot of the arts, dining, shopping and start-ups, it was no doubt a huge eye-opener for Cheyenne and fellow SMU students on their business study mission New York trip.
The Big Apple is certainly a “concrete jungle where dreams are made of”. A melting pot of the arts, dining, shopping and start-ups, it was no doubt a huge eye-opener for Cheyenne and fellow SMU students on their business study mission New York trip.
30 May 2017
The Politics, Law and Economics (PLE) major offered by SMU caused an instant sensation last year with its first intake 25 times oversubscribed. We find out from SMU Provost Prof Lily Kong and economics undergrad Ng Kok Yin what makes it so attractive.
The Politics, Law and Economics (PLE) major offered by SMU caused an instant sensation last year with its first intake 25 times oversubscribed. We find out from SMU Provost Prof Lily Kong and economics undergrad Ng Kok Yin what makes it so attractive.
30 May 2017
Our alumni clinch the ISCA Book Prize for their outstanding performance in the Singapore CA Qualification Programme Professional Examination. They received their prize at the ISCA New Member Ceremony in April 2017.
Our alumni clinch the ISCA Book Prize for their outstanding performance in the Singapore CA Qualification Programme Professional Examination. They received their prize at the ISCA New Member Ceremony in April 2017.
30 May 2017
Have you met Bus Uncle yet? SMU alumnus Abhilash Murthy shares more about this truly Singaporean chatbot innovation.
Have you met Bus Uncle yet? SMU alumnus Abhilash Murthy shares more about this truly Singaporean chatbot innovation.
30 May 2017
Most students get an adrenaline rush just before the all-crucial finals. But Yeo Jun Wei, forex research director of the SMU EYE Investment Club, gets his from taking strategic currency punts.
Most students get an adrenaline rush just before the all-crucial finals. But Yeo Jun Wei, forex research director of the SMU EYE Investment Club, gets his from taking strategic currency punts.
30 May 2017
Business undergraduate Asnawi Jufrie shares his experience at SMU and tips on how to make your university experience count.
Business undergraduate Asnawi Jufrie shares his experience at SMU and tips on how to make your university experience count.
30 May 2017
Think an economics major could only be an economist? It’s time to relook this hot degree, coveted by plenty of forward-thinking employers.
Think an economics major could only be an economist? It’s time to relook this hot degree, coveted by plenty of forward-thinking employers.
30 May 2017
When everything else from a status bag to a suit is bespoke, why not opt for personalised learning when it comes to higher education?
When everything else from a status bag to a suit is bespoke, why not opt for personalised learning when it comes to higher education?
30 May 2017
Accountancy was a foreign subject to Kai Yang when he first entered university. But knowing his strength in numbers, logic and systems, Kai Yang is thankful that he stuck to his guns.
Accountancy was a foreign subject to Kai Yang when he first entered university. But knowing his strength in numbers, logic and systems, Kai Yang is thankful that he stuck to his guns.
30 May 2017
Silence isn't always golden, especially if it stems from the fear of discrimination. Alex Chow breaks the silence on the stigma surrounding HIV and shares more about his volunteer experience with Action for AIDS Singapore.
Silence isn't always golden, especially if it stems from the fear of discrimination. Alex Chow breaks the silence on the stigma surrounding HIV and shares more about his volunteer experience with Action for AIDS Singapore.
30 May 2017
Justin Bay is definitely one for a challenge. A double degree in business management and accountancy, CCA activities, and even scoring a full-time position in the consulting firm he interned in.
Justin Bay is definitely one for a challenge. A double degree in business management and accountancy, CCA activities, and even scoring a full-time position in the consulting firm he interned in.
30 May 2017
Two SMU business alumni are taking India by storm with their appetite for disruption. Kaushal Dugar of Teabox and Raghav Somani of Headphone Zone – two names you'd want to keep your eyes on in the start-up world.
Two SMU business alumni are taking India by storm with their appetite for disruption. Kaushal Dugar of Teabox and Raghav Somani of Headphone Zone – two names you'd want to keep your eyes on in the start-up world.
22 May 2017
Professor Gary Pan is a man with a mission—to make a difference every time he steps into a classroom. It starts with the way he designs the courses that he teaches, courses to further develop that distinctive X-factor in SMU students which gives them an edge over other universities’ graduates.
Professor Gary Pan is a man with a mission—to make a difference every time he steps into a classroom. It starts with the way he designs the courses that he teaches, courses to further develop that distinctive X-factor in SMU students which gives them an edge over other universities’ graduates.
17 May 2017
Legal studies just got a makeover, thanks to the innovative teaching approaches of Associate Professor Goh Yihan—the youngest dean to head SMU School of Law.
Legal studies just got a makeover, thanks to the innovative teaching approaches of Associate Professor Goh Yihan—the youngest dean to head SMU School of Law.
17 May 2017
While her head is always filled with numbers, it’s her students who are at the heart of her teaching.
While her head is always filled with numbers, it’s her students who are at the heart of her teaching.
17 May 2017
They are highly acclaimed in their respective industries and active in their fields, but these educators are putting students first.
They are highly acclaimed in their respective industries and active in their fields, but these educators are putting students first.
21 Apr 2017
From supportive professors, inspirational books, an internship with Ernst & Young to aspirations of becoming a CXO — SMU information systems undergraduate, Jaren Lim, shares his journey to ICT.
From supportive professors, inspirational books, an internship with Ernst & Young to aspirations of becoming a CXO — SMU information systems undergraduate, Jaren Lim, shares his journey to ICT.
18 Apr 2017
Stats like average admission scores, percentage of applicants who actually gain admittance and – of course – the all-important school ranking might be the obvious criteria for forming your university shortlist. But when it comes to finding that uni match made in heaven, SMU’s top students reveal how to think outside the box.
Stats like average admission scores, percentage of applicants who actually gain admittance and – of course – the all-important school ranking might be the obvious criteria for forming your university shortlist. But when it comes to finding that uni match made in heaven, SMU’s top students reveal how to think outside the box.
18 Apr 2017
SMU students and alumni divulge their personal strategies for killing that crucial university admissions interview.
SMU students and alumni divulge their personal strategies for killing that crucial university admissions interview.
12 Apr 2017
After deciding on the university/universities to apply to, the next big question is how to get that golden ticket, and which offer should you eventually accept. While there are no guarantees, here are 5 tips to help give your application the added oomph.
After deciding on the university/universities to apply to, the next big question is how to get that golden ticket, and which offer should you eventually accept. While there are no guarantees, here are 5 tips to help give your application the added oomph.
12 Apr 2017
Farah Natalya, SMU undergraduate seeking a double degree in Economics and Finance, speaks to Value Penguin about her experience within her programme and what she's planning to do with her professional future. She is expecting to graduate in 2018.
Farah Natalya, SMU undergraduate seeking a double degree in Economics and Finance, speaks to Value Penguin about her experience within her programme and what she's planning to do with her professional future. She is expecting to graduate in 2018.
12 Apr 2017
When it comes to innovative social solutions, SMU School of Information Systems undergraduates are right on top of it. Here's what they are doing for the visually impaired and dementia patients.
When it comes to innovative social solutions, SMU School of Information Systems undergraduates are right on top of it. Here's what they are doing for the visually impaired and dementia patients.