Academic Year 2013 2014
The National University of Singapore () and HEC Paris are renowned institutions with over 200 years of heritage combined. When it comes to learning about business in Europe and Asia, both schools provide high quality infrastructure and the ideal learning environments with rich academic traditions, strong reputations, extensive links with the business and public sectors. Earning a double degree MBA from two reputable business schools in Europe and Asia will enhance your value and position you well to face global challenges. WHY THE -HEC PARIS DOUBLE DEGREE MBA? Graduate with 2 globally recognised MBAs from 2 premier educational institutions- Business School and HEC Paris. HEC Paris was ranked 18th and Business School was ranked 23rd by Financial Times (FT) Global MBA Rankings 2012. HEC Paris has been ranked the #1 European Business School since 2006 by FT MBA European Business School Rankings while the Business School came out tops in Asia and was ranked 4th among institutions outside US under the Best International 2-year MBA Programme category by Forbes in 2011. Immerse yourself in the rich culture of 2 of Europe s and Asia s most cosmopolitan cities while enhancing your career opportunities with the institutions extensive links with the private and public sectors. Learn from a world-renowned faculty with extensive teaching, research and consulting experience. Earn exclusive membership into two prestigious institutional and alumni networks.
EXCEED YOUR POTENTIAL The -HEC Paris Double Degree MBA National University of Singapore A leading global university centred in Asia, the National University of Singapore () is Singapore s flagship university which offers a global approach to education and research, with a focus on Asian perspectives and expertise. has 16 faculties and schools across three campuses. Its transformative education includes a broad-based curriculum underscored by multi-disciplinary courses and cross-faculty enrichment. Over 36,000 students from 100 countries enrich the community with their diverse social and cultural perspectives. Business School National University of Singapore Business School is known for providing management thought leadership from an Asian perspective, enabling its students and corporate partners to leverage global knowledge and Asian insights. The school has consistently received top rankings in the Asia-Pacific region by independent publications and agencies, such as The Financial Times, Economist Intelligence Unit, and QS Top MBA, in recognition of the quality of its programmes, faculty research and graduates. The school is accredited by AACSB International (Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business) and EQUIS (European Quality Improvement System), and is a member of the GMAC Council, Executive MBA Council, Partnership in Management (PIM) and CEMS (Community of European Management Schools) endorsements and affiliation with organisations of high repute in the education circle that the school has met the highest standards for business education. The school has more than 110 research faculty, over 2,500 BBA, MBA, Executive MBA, and PhD students; more than 2,000 annual participants in Executive Education programmes; and over 45,000 alumni in diverse organisations and positions of leadership throughout the world. HEC Paris Throughout its 125 years of history, HEC Paris has continually attracted a special kind of individual; highly capable, talented, innovative, entrepreneurial, ambitious and open-minded. HEC s aim is to train the world leaders of tomorrow. HEC is well-qualified to do so as they are backed by a world class faculty of over 105 fulltime professors, 35 visiting professors from partnering institutions, 20 affiliate professors and 450 adjunct lecturers, most of whom are business executives. Having received international acclaim for its superior programmes, groundbreaking research, and outstanding student body, The Financial Times has ranked HEC as the #1 European Business School since 2006. HEC MBA, one of the few international MBA programmes to receive triple accreditations from AACSB, EQUIS and AMBA, focuses on building leadership characteristics that empower. HEC s innovative pedagogical methods, such as the comprehensive Four Learning Processes, develop competitive skills in international leadership. The HEC MBA is designed to harness the drive, energy and passion to succeed with its 200 carefully selected participants from over 50 countries who are immersed in experiential learning and challenged by leading faculty and industry leaders. The success and reputation of the HEC MBA have established it as a leading source of talent for the international corporate world.
02 Deans message The global business community is fast becoming more integrated and there is a strong demand for individuals who are cross-culturally trained, possess the necessary managerial skills and personalities needed to lead global businesses. With the -HEC Paris Double Degree MBA, students will be given the best of education and experiences in Asia and Europe. HEC Paris is known for its academic rigour, extensive links with business and public sectors, and high quality education know-how and infrastructure. Business School is a management thought leader in Asia positioned as Asia s Global Business School. knows Asia best and she is able to offer a unique educational experience for her students. The MBAs from Business School and HEC Paris are consistently ranked highly in international mobility. The synergies in combining both Schools will ensure that our graduates will have a rewarding international career. As you graduate, I am confident that you will be ready to take on leadership positions in the global business landscape working alongside our illustrious alumni and industry networks of both Schools. Business School and HEC Paris are making history and I invite you to join us in this exceptional journey. Professor Bernard Yeung Dean & Stephen Riady Distinguished Professor Business School National University of Singapore HEC Paris core belief is that those who can transcend cultural boundaries and respond to different markets are the most soughtafter leaders. The -HEC Paris Double Degree MBA Programme provides many opportunities for high potential managers to experience global mobility, preparing them to be tomorrow s global leaders and part of an 85,000 strong combined alumni network. The HEC Paris and Business School partnership enhances the attractiveness of both programmes by giving students exposure to the heart of the European Community and a gateway to Asia. The fast changing and highly competitive Asian markets present new challenges to those unfamiliar with Asian best practices and business processes. By providing students with cross-cultural management experience, they will lead with confidence, in unfamiliar cultures and environments. Business School s programme excellence in areas such as finance and strategy, among others, will contribute towards a manager s success across industries. With this greater degree of confidence in quantitative skills these leaders will be one step closer towards achieving the bottom line. The excellence of Business School in research and its unique portfolio of business programmes with an Asia focus present a unique opportunity for HEC students looking to embark. Professor Bernard Ramanantsoa Dean HEC Paris
mba.nus.edu ENGAGE ENRICH EMPOWER 03 PROGRAMme STRUCTURE At HEC Paris, European Credit Transfer System (ECTS) is a standardised means of computing and transferring credits across programmes. At Business School, 1 Modular Credit (MC) is equivalent to 1.5 ECTS. Modular Credits required for HEC Paris - 40 MCs (60 ECTS) Modular Credits required for - 56 MCs (84 ECTS) Total Modular Credits (from HEC & ) - 96 MCs (144 ECTS) HEC Paris Core Modules A student shall commence the double degree at HEC and complete the core modules of the HEC MBA at HEC before coming to the Business School. Statistics Marketing Financial Markets Organisation Behaviour Supply Chain Management Human Resources Management Sustainable Business Strategy Business Economics Strategic Management Corporate Finance Decision Making Management Accounting & Control Financial Accounting & Statement Analysis Core Modules Macroeconomics in the Global Economy Leadership in Organisation Managing Operations Management Practicum or Independent Study Module Management Communication (non-credit) MBA SpecialiSations Students who choose to specialise at shall complete at least 24 MCs in a particular area whilst at. Students should not repeat electives that are substantially similar across the two MBA programmes. The MBA Specialisations are as follows: Finance Marketing Strategy & Organisation
PROGRAMME Schedule All -HEC Paris Double Degree MBA students must start their MBA programme at HEC Paris. For students starting at HEC Paris in September: Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Period 1 HEC PARIS Period 2 HEC PARIS Semester 3 Semester 4 Special Terms For students starting at HEC Paris in January: Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Period 1 HEC PARIS Period 2 HEC PARIS Semester 3 Semester 4 Special Terms
APPLICATION FOR ACADEMIC YEAR 2013-2014 The -HEC Paris Double Degree Entry Requirements Bachelor s degree Minimum 3 years of full-time post-university work experience Good GMAT score Good TOEFL/IELTS/PTE score (if medium of instruction during your undergraduate studies was not English) TOEFL: Minimum score of 260 for computer-based test, 620 for paper-based test and 100 for internet-based test IELTS: Minimum score of 6.5 PTE: Minimum score of 68 HOW SHOULD I SUBMIT MY APPLICATION? Applicants interested to apply for the -HEC Paris double degree MBA programme must complete both online application forms found at mba.nus.edu and mba.hec.edu for the Business School and HEC Paris respectively. Applicants applying for the -HEC Paris double degree programme have to fulfill the requirements set by the Business School as well as HEC Paris. Admission to this double degree programme is conditional on gaining admissions from both Schools. For the MBA, the following documents are to be scanned and uploaded online: Resume A copy of your degree scroll A copy of your undergraduate and postgraduate (if applicable) transcripts/marksheets. A copy of your official GMAT results A copy of your official TOEFL/ IELTS/PTE results (if medium of instruction during your undergraduate studies was not English) In addition, you are required to provide the contacts of two referees. Both referees should preferably be work-related. An email will be sent to your referees once you submit your application to inform them on how to submit the online referee report. Both Schools practise a rolling admission exercise. WHEN SHOULD I SUBMIT MY APPLICATION? The next intake is in August/ September 2013. The application windows are as follows: For Business School Application deadline: 15 October 2012 to 30 April 2013 Scholarship Qualifying Period: 15 October 2012 to 31 January 2013 For HEC Paris Please visit mba.hec.edu for more information. Note: Candidates may be pre-admitted to the double degree programme at the time of initial admission or during the first year of the HEC Paris programme. Access to the double degree is finalised by the student s first year academic result. The minimum GPA achieved for outgoing HEC students to be accepted is 3.5/4. WHAT ARE THE SCHOLARSHIPS AVAILABLE? At Business School, scholarships are available for fulltime students and are awarded by the school and various companies on a case-by-case basis. Scholarships are awarded to deserving individuals based on their grades, character and general performance. For more information on scholarships, please visit www. mba.hec.edu & mba.nus.edu. HOW MUCH ARE THE TUITION FEES?* Fees: S$40,000 HEC Fees: Euro 24,000 Total Fees: Acceptance Fee: HEC Paris Acceptance Fee S$78,000 (approximate) S$5,000 (non-refundable and will be credited towards the payment of The MBA tuition fees) Euro 6,000 (will be credited towards the payment of the HEC Paris tuition fees) * The Universities reserve the right to revise programme structure, schedule and tuition fees as appropriate. Information is correct at the time of printing. For more information, please visit imba.nus.edu or www.mba.hec.edu.
mba.nus.edu BUSINESS SCHOOL MBA PROGRAMMES OFFICE Mochtar Riady Building Level 4 15 Kent Ridge Drive Singapore 119245 T +65 6516 2068 F +65 6872 4423 E mba@nus.edu.sg HEC PARIS MBA HEC School of Management 1, rue de la Liberation 78351 Jouy-en-josas Cedex France T +33 (0)1 39 67 95 46 F +33 (0)1 39 67 74 65 E admissionmba@hec.fr