SMU graduates are highly sought after by top employers locally and internationally. In the 2024 Joint Graduate Employment Survey (GES) conducted by SMU and the other Autonomous Universities, our graduates again emerged with stellar employment outcomes!

Average gross monthly (starting) salary of SMU graduates - highest across unis surveyed!

$5,057

Average gross monthly (starting) salary of SMU graduates  

SMU graduates secured employment within 6 months of their final exams - highest in Singapore!

9 in 10

SMU graduates secured employment within 6 months of their final exams

SMU graduates received 2 to 5 job offers.

1 in 2

SMU graduates received 2 to 5 job offers.

SMU graduates secured employment EVEN BEFORE graduation

6 in 10

SMU graduates secured employment EVEN BEFORE graduation.

How Smu Prepares You For Your Career

Industry Talks

Industry Talks

Deepen your understanding of various subjects with regular talks and lectures by industry leaders.

Internships

Internships

SMU encourages all students to get a taste of working in different industries to gauge your interest and aptitude in a particular career. All SMU students complete 1 ten-week internship before graduation.

Career Coaching

Career Coaching

SMU has a dedicated Career Centre, open five days a week, offering counselling and job matching services. Every student is paired with a career coach from day one. It’s never too early to start planning your career!