Bachelor of Arts
• Communication
• Psychology
• Economics
• Sociology
• International Trade
Bachelor of Science (Business Administration)
Double Degree - Bachelor of Science and Bachelor of Arts
Double Major - Bachelor of Arts
Russell Chander
Graduate, Class of 2013
Bachelor of Arts (Communication and Psychology)
University at Buffalo,
The State University of New York, U.S.
The programs are developed and awarded by University at Buffalo, The State University of New York, U.S.
www.simge.edu.sg
University at Buffalo Campus
Contents
University at Buffalo, The State University of New York
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UB Undergraduate Degrees – Your Passport to the Future
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Academic Requirements
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General Education Requirements
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Minors for Non-Business Majors
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Bachelor of Arts (Communication)
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Bachelor of Arts (Economics)
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Bachelor of Arts (International Trade)
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Bachelor of Arts (Psychology)
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Bachelor of Arts (Sociology)
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Bachelor of Science (Business Administration)
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Double Major18
Double Degree18
Module Descriptions
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Selection Criteria
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Application & Admission
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Singapore Institute of Management (SIM Group)
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SIM Student Life 31
VIBES - Why Study At SIM Global Education
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University at Buffalo
The State University of New York
Founded in 1846, the University at Buffalo (UB), The State University of New York (SUNY) is one of the leading public universities
in the U.S. Within the 64-campus SUNY system, UB is the flagship campus. As the largest and most comprehensive university
center, UB offers more than 375 undergraduate and graduate programs — the most in any SUNY campus — and has an
enrollment of more than 29,000 students.
Notably, UB is the first public member in New York and New England of the prestigious 61-member Association of American
Universities (AAU). In the 2016 U.S. News and World Report Best Colleges rankings, UB placed 45th among public universities
(up from 48th in 2015). Moreover, UB broke into the “top 100” ranking for national (both public and private) universities, earning the
99th spot. The U.S. News and World Report rankings are based on an assessment of 1,400 four-year colleges and universities in
the U.S.
UB campus, Buffalo
UB is reputed for its outstanding faculty.
Among its approximately 4,000 full-time and
affiliated faculty, 95 percent hold a doctorate
or equivalent. UB faculty have been the
recipients of numerous prestigious national
and international awards including the Nobel
Prize, the National Medal of Science and the
Pulitzer as well as MacArthur, Guggenheim
and Rockefeller Foundation grants. Along
with these accomplishments, UB faculty
are at home in the classroom. SUNY has
recognized more distinguished professors
and distinguished teaching professors at UB
than at any other SUNY unit. More than 150
of UB’s faculty have received the Chancellor’s
Award for Excellence in Teaching--again, the
largest representation of any unit in the SUNY
system.
UB is ranked among the top 50 U.S. public
and private research universities according to
an authoritative 2010 report published by the
Arizona State University. The university ranks
among the top 30 U.S. public research
universities in terms of total research dollars,
with total research expenditures of more than
$350 million (U.S.) in fiscal year 2010. The
first cancer research center in the world was
established at UB in 1898. Today there are
more than 90 organized research centers
and institutes at UB, including the Center
for Computational Research; the Great
Lakes Program; the Regional Institute; the
National Center for Geographic Information
and Analysis; the Institute for Lasers,
Photonics and Biophotonics; the Electronic
Poetry Center; the Multidisciplinary Center
for Earthquake Engineering Research; the
Center of Excellence for Document Analysis
and Recognition; and the New York Center
of Excellence in Bioinformatics and Life
Sciences. UB also has numerous joint
research partnerships with Roswell Park
Cancer Institute and Hauptman-Woodward
Medical Research Institute.
In terms of international education, UB is a
model institution, ranking No.19* among all
institutions hosting international students
in the U.S. It enrolls more than 6,000
international students from more than 110
countries. Among its 230,000 strong alumni
in 130 countries are such luminaries as:
Li Yanhong (Robin) - co-founder of Baidu.com.
largest Chinese search engine and secondlargest independent search engine in the
world
Harvey Weinstein - co-founder of Miramax
Films
Wolf Blitzer - an award-winning journalist
for CNN
Tom Toles - the Pulitzer Prize-Winning
cartoonist at the Washington Post
* “Open Doors 2015” report published by the Institute of International
Education (IIE).
UB campus, Buffalo
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Milestones
“Now in their second decade, our highly successful
collaborative undergraduate programs with SIM have
demonstrated value for all our stakeholders our students, faculty, alumni and their employers.
We are proud of our longstanding partnership
with SIM, the outstanding quality of the programs
we deliver together, and the remarkable
success of our alumni. Our programs remain the
standard bearer for a first-rate, fully accredited
American undergraduate education in Singapore.”
Professor Stephen C Dunnett
Vice Provost for International Education
University at Buffalo
March 1996
• Established the first U.S.-accredited Executive Master of
Business Administration (EMBA) program in Singapore in
partnership with the UB School of Management.
June 2004
• Start of SIM’s first full-time American undergraduate degree program with UB’s School of Management - Bachelor of
Science (Business Administration) with concentrations in International Business and Marketing.
May 2005
• First intake of the Bachelor of Arts (Communication) with UB’s College of Arts and Sciences.
• Collaboration with UB and Konan University, Japan to offer the six–week Singapore Summer Asian Business Program.
May 2006
• A new concentration in Financial Analysis was made available in the Bachelor of Science (Business Administration) program.
May 2007
• First intake of the Bachelor of Arts (Psychology) with UB’s College of Arts and Sciences.
• Introduction of the Double Degree - Bachelor of Science (Business Administration) and Bachelor of Arts (Psychology).
• Introduction of the Double Major - Bachelor of Arts (Communication and Psychology).
May 2009
• First intake of the Bachelor of Arts (Sociology) with UB’s College of Arts and Sciences.
May 2011
• First intake of the Bachelor of Arts (Economics) with UB’s College of Arts and Sciences.
• Introduction of the Double Major - Bachelor of Arts (Communication and Sociology).
• Introduction of the Double Major - Bachelor of Arts (Psychology and Sociology).
Accreditations
UB is accredited by the following associations:
• Middle States Commission on Higher Education
• New York State Board of Regents
In addition, the School of Management is accredited by AACSB
International – The Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of
Business.
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UB Undergraduate
Degrees - Your
Passport to the Future
Secure a Prestigious U.S. Degree
January 2013
• Introduction of the Bachelor of Arts (International Trade) with
UB’s College of Arts and Sciences.
• Introduction of the Double Degree - Bachelor of Science
(Business Administration) and Bachelor of Arts (Economics).
• Introduction of the Double Degree - Bachelor of Science
(Business Administration) and Bachelor of Arts (International
Trade).
• Introduction of the Double Major - Bachelor of Arts (Economics
and Psychology).
• Introduction of the Double Major - Bachelor of Arts
(International Trade and Psychology).
July 2014
• SIM-UB celebrates 10 years of collaboration
August 2015
• A new concentration in Operations and Supply Chain Management was made available in the Bachelor of Science (Business Administration) program
October 2015
• Introduction of the Double Degree - Bachelor of Science
(Business Administration) and Bachelor of Arts
(Communication)
• Introduction of the Double Degree - Bachelor of Science
(Business Administration) and Bachelor of Arts (Sociology)
• Introduction of the Double Major - Bachelor of Arts
(Communication and Economics)
• Introduction of the Double Major - Bachelor of Arts
(Communication and International Trade)
• Introduction of the Double Major - Bachelor of Arts (Economics
and International Trade)
• Introduction of the Double Major - Bachelor of Arts (Economics
and Sociology)
• Introduction of the Double Major - Bachelor of Arts
(International Trade and Sociology)
A U.S. degree is widely considered to be superior in today’s
economy. With a focus on general education, you will learn a broad
spectrum of skills and knowledge pertinent to the real world, as well
as be exposed to a wide range of real issues at the modern workplace.
In terms of international enrollment, UB ranks 19th among the leading
universities in the U.S. The hallmark of UB undergraduate programs
is the concept of the interactive classroom, with project-oriented
assignments and meaningful hands-on learning. Flexibility is also key,
with a choice in degree majors and concentrations.
Accelerate Your Learning Path
Time is precious and the quicker you graduate with a reputed degree,
the faster you can enter the corporate world and hit the ground
running. UB allows you to complete your degree in an accelerated
mode of only three years, as compared to four years for most other
U.S. undergraduate programs.
Get More for Less
Getting a world-class degree doesn’t have to immerse you in debt.
The UB undergraduate programs offered at SIM are identical in
curriculum, standards and degree recognition to those in the U.S.,
but cost lesser than the equivalent programs in the U.S.
Highly Qualified Faculty
UB is renowned for its exemplary faculty, many of whom are recipients
of esteemed national and international awards. Within SUNY, more
than 150 of UB’s faculty have received the Chancellor’s Award for
Excellence in Teaching.
UB faculty publish in leading academic and professional journals in
record numbers. Their research and expertise has been the basis for
articles in The Wall Street Journal, The New York Times, Money,
BusinessWeek, Fortune and other national and international publications.
More than 50 percent of the undergraduate courses are taught by
UB faculty. All other faculty members have to undergo approval by
academic departments at UB before they are able to take up teaching
positions for the UB undergraduate programs.
This ensures that you will only learn from and interact with the best in
the field.
Membership
Excellent Rankings
UB is a member of the following associations:
• Association of American Universities
• American Council on Education
• Association of American Colleges and Universities
• Association of Colleges and Universities of the State of New York
• Association of Public and Land-Grant Universities
When you pursue a UB undergraduate program, you can be assured
of a top-quality education that has enjoyed consistently high rankings
among programs in the U.S.
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Academic Requirements
Duration
All programs are offered full-time. The academic year is divided into
three semesters. Each semester is typically 12 to 15 weeks in length.
A single degree can be completed within a period of 3 years (9
semesters). Double majors or double degrees can be completed
within 4 years (12 semesters). Students with credit exemptions and
transfer credits typically can complete the program earlier.
Minimum Number of Students Required for Class
Commencement
For a class to commence, there must be minimum of 25 students.
In the event that the class cannot commence due to low take up
rate, the students will be informed at least one month prior to class
commencement.
Minimum Academic Average
The maximum allowed period for a student to complete a single
degree program would be 6 years and a double major or double
degree program would be 8 years. If a student fails to complete the
course within the candidature period, they will not be entitled to any
recourse or refund.
To graduate from a UB undergraduate program, students must have
a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.0, both overall and at UB. In the
computation of the overall average, all attempted coursework at UB
will be used, including transfer credit. In computing a student’s
average for work completed at another accredited institution, GPAs
will be computed in accordance with UB’s grading policies (e.g. all
attempted hours, including “F”s, will be used to determine the GPA).
Program Calendar
Students cannot graduate with an incomplete “I” grade on their record.
Candidature Period
Spring
Semester
Summer
Semester
Fall Semester
Semester
Classes
January - May
May - August
August - December
Exam
End April to
early May
End June and
early August
End November to
early December
Result
Release
Within a month after the exam period
Semester
Break
Mid May
Mid August
Mid December to
mid January
Mode of Delivery
Lectures, discussions, presentations, activities and consultations.
Each lesson is three hours.
Assessment
Continuous assessment comprises tests, quizzes, assignments,
projects, presentations, participations and activities which are
scheduled throughout the semester.
The final examination is held during the two weeks after the semester
ends. The detailed assessment schedules can be found in the
individual course syllabi accessible by the students via the Students’
Portal or UBLearns once they are in the program.
Teaching Faculty
To ensure parity in standards, rigors of the program, integrity of the
UB degree, and to comply with U.S. accreditation requirements,
more than 50% of the modules are taught by UB faculty and the
remaining modules will be taught by qualified local faculty who must
be approved by UB.
Average teacher-student ratio = 1:16.
Minimum Number of Credits
Candidates for bachelor’s degrees must complete a minimum of 120
credits. One credit equals 12.5 contact hours of classroom study.
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Major Requirement
To qualify for an undergraduate degree, matriculated students must
be enrolled in a degree program and satisfactorily complete the
requirements of their fields of study, as well as those of the university.
This include all major requirements and general education requirements.
Academic Progress
The normal load for students is 12 to 15 credits per semester.
Students may register for modules and make changes to their class
schedule. Students who choose to drop or resign from any module, are
on official leave of absence or have to repeat any failed module, may
take more than the normal program duration to complete their studies.
Students are allowed to progress through each semester till they
satisfactorily complete the graduation requirements.
Attendance Requirements
SIM requires all students (both local and international) to attend all
scheduled lessons and activities unless they have valid reasons
supported by document such as medical certificates. Under this policy,
all full-time local students are required to attain a minimum attendance
rate as stipulated by UB or 75%, whichever is higher. For all international
students, the minimum attendance requirement is 90% as mandated by
the Immigration and Checkpoints Authority of Singapore (ICA).
Double Degrees
The double degree is the concurrent awarding of two different
baccalaureate degree types (BA and BS). Students pursuing two
majors in two different degree types are expected to have the full
range of skills, competencies, and experience as students graduating
from each of the programs individually. Thus, students must meet all
requirements for each major. In no circumstance may the coursework
in the second degree be fewer than 30 credits. For a double degree,
a minimum of 150 credits or 30 credits beyond the full requirements
of the degree with the larger number of required undergraduate
credits must be earned, whichever is greater. Because the two
degrees must be in significantly different fields of study, no more than
two 300- and 400- modules taken as requirements for one major in
one degree can also be counted as part of the required modules for
the other major in the other degree, including required elective credits.
Double Majors
A double major is the awarding of one degree with two majors (e.g. a
student earns one BA degree with a double major of communication
and psychology). Students must be accepted into each major and
fulfil all requirements of each major in addition to satisfying all university
requirements. This may be completed within the usual 120-credit
minimum. Following conferral of the degree, the student’s transcript
will note one baccalaureate degree with two majors.
A final evaluation of general education and university degree
requirements will be completed by a degree auditor in Academic
Processing Services. Each academic department determines if
academic major requirements have been met.
When a degree is conferred, it is noted on the student’s academic
record (transcript) and diploma. Diplomas are mailed to SIM within
six weeks after the conferral date. Grades will not be changed after
degree conferral except when errors in the transcript occur.
Subsequent Degrees
Some students may decide to return to their studies after they have
received their first undergraduate degree. Once a degree is conferred,
the modules and credits from that degree cannot be used in
subsequent degrees, and some students may not return to add
a minor or concentration to the conferred degree. In order to take
a subsequent degree, the student who has previously earned a
baccalaureate degree from UB or an accredited U.S. institution must
be accepted to UB as a matriculated student and be accepted into
the new major. If you are pursuing a second bachelor’s degree, you
must have the full range of skills, competencies, and experience in
the major as students who complete the requirements for the regular
degree program. Thus, students must meet all requirements for
the major. In no circumstance may the coursework in the second
degree program be fewer than 30 credits after the conferral of the
first degree. The two degrees must be in significantly different fields
of study; therefore 300- and 400- level coursework completed for
the first bachelor’s degree will not count toward completing the major
requirements of the second degree.
Latin Honors
Students earning baccalaureate degrees are eligible to receive Latin
Honors based on their UB cumulative GPA on the following scale:
Average (based on 4.0 = A)
• 3.20 cum laude (Distinction)
• 3.50 magna cum laude (High Distinction)
• 3.75 summa cum laude (Highest Distinction)
To qualify for Latin Honors, students must present a minimum of 60
credits of UB undergraduate coursework, at least 54 of which must
be graded credits (i.e. not satisfactory or unsatisfactory [grades of ‘S’
or ‘U’]).
Graduation
Application for Degree
Students must file an Application for Degree Form prior to the
deadlines which will be published in the student portal.
Complete Studies
Conferral Date
Spring (May)
June 1
Summer (August)
September 1
Fall (December)
February 1
Students are encouraged to file their applications well before
the deadlines. Degree forms received after the deadlines will be
processed for the next conferral date.
Award of Degree
Students who successfully complete all the requirements of the
programs will be awarded the following degrees by the University at
Buffalo, The State University of New York, U.S.:
Single Degree
• Bachelor of Arts (Communication)
• Bachelor of Arts (Economics)
• Bachelor of Arts (International Trade)
• Bachelor of Arts (Psychology)
• Bachelor of Arts (Sociology)
• Bachelor of Science (Business Administration)
Double Degree
• Double Degree - Bachelor of Science (Business Administration) and Bachelor of Arts (Communication)
• Double Degree - Bachelor of Science (Business Administration) and Bachelor of Arts (Economics)
• Double Degree - Bachelor of Science (Business Administration) and Bachelor of Arts (International Trade)
• Double Degree - Bachelor of Science (Business Administration) and Bachelor of Arts (Psychology)
• Double Degree - Bachelor of Science (Business Administration) and Bachelor of Arts (Sociology)
Double Major
• Double Major - Bachelor of Arts (Communication and Economics)
• Double Major - Bachelor of Arts (Communication and International Trade)
• Double Major - Bachelor of Arts (Communication and Psychology)
• Double Major - Bachelor of Arts (Communication and Sociology)
• Double Major - Bachelor of Arts (Economics and International Trade)
• Double Major - Bachelor of Arts (Economics and Psychology)
• Double Major - Bachelor of Arts (Economics and Sociology)
• Double Major - Bachelor of Arts (International Trade and Psychology)
• Double Major - Bachelor of Arts (International Trade and Sociology)
• Double Major - Bachelor of Arts (Psychology and Sociology)
Settlement of Obligations
All outstanding fees must be paid in order to receive diplomas or
transcript services, including information about the student’s program
completion in any form.
Commencement
A formal commencement ceremony is held at SIM each July. All
students who have graduated the previous September or February, as
well as students who have applied for June degree conferral, are eligible
to participate in the ceremony. Information regarding commencement
activities will be available a month before the ceremony.
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General Education Requirements#
General education focuses
on a broad array of skills,
knowledge and issues that
are considered to be
particularly important for all
college graduates.
The program is intended to
help students prepare for
success and fulfillment in a
continually changing world.
General education
complements the
departmental major.
The major provides depth of
study in a particular area of
specialization and prepares
students for particular
careers or for
advanced study.
Writing
ESL 407
ESL 408
Written English I (3 credits)
Written English II (3 credits)
Library Skills
Successfully complete the Library Skills Workbook.
Mathematical Sciences (complete one module)
CSE 111
MTH 115
MTH 121 MTH 122 MTH 131
MGQ 301
PSY 207 SOC 294 Great Ideas in Computer Science (4 credits)
Survey of Algebra and Trigonometry (4 credits)
Survey of Calculus and Its Applications I (4 credits)
Survey of Calculus and Its Applications II (4 credits)
Mathematical Analysis for Management (4 credits)
Statistical Decisions in Management (3 credits)
Psychological Statistics (4 credits)
Basic Statistics for Social Sciences (3 credits)
World Civilizations
UGC 111 World Civilizations I (3 credits)
UGC 112 World Civilizations II (3 credits)
Natural Sciences
Students must complete a two-module sequence, including at least one semester
of laboratory.
NTR 108 Human Nutrition (3 credits)
NTR 109 Nutrition in Practice (3 credits)
NTR 110 Nutrition in Practice Lab (1 credit)
American Pluralism
UGC 211 American Pluralism and the Search for Equality (3 credits)
Social and Behavioral Sciences*
Complete one 3-credit module offered by COM, ECO, GEO, PSY or SOC.
Language Requirement (Not required unless International Business
Concentration is chosen)
Complete a two-semester module sequence in a foreign language, or demonstrate
proficiency in a language other than English equivalent to completion of a first-year,
second-semester module.
Humanities (complete one module)*
PHI 101
PHI 107
PHI 115
Introduction to Philosophy (3 credits)
Ethics (3 credits)
Critical Thinking (3 credits)
Arts (complete one module)*
MUS 113Music and Society (3 credits)
MUS 115Understanding Music (3 credits)
MUS 116Theory of Music for Nonmajors (3 credits)
MUS 264World Music (3 credits)
Depth Requirement*
An additional module from the listing of Mathematical Sciences modules.
Note: Students who entered UB with 24 or more transferable credits from an institution
of higher education other than UB are exempted from the World Civilizations, American
Pluralism, and Arts requirements. These credits must have been earned prior to enrollment
at UB.
* Modules used to satisfy any other general education requirement are excluded.
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Please refer to SIMGE website for the modules applicable for each program.
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Minors for Non-Business Majors
Each minor is designed to enhance particular majors and provide
additional knowledge for students planning to pursue MBA degrees.
Students can receive a bachelor’s degree if they are enrolled in a
major program and a minor program, but cannot receive a bachelor’s
degree if they are enrolled in a minor program and not enrolled in major
program.
Management Minor
The management minor provides a broad foundation in the basic
elements and principles of business. Students learn to speak the
language of business while gaining an understanding of functional
areas, such as accounting, human resources, information systems,
marketing, and finance. A management minor would benefit students
in any major. Those who are considering pursuing an MBA at any time
in their careers are especially encouraged to complete this minor.
Prerequisite Modules
• MGG 150 Business and Society (3 credits)
• MGA 201 Introduction to Accounting I (3 credits)
• MGQ 201 Introduction to Computers and Statistics (4 credits)
• PSY 101 Introductory Psychology (3 credits)
Required Modules
• MGB 301 Organizational Behavior and Administration (3 credits)
Electives
Choose three of the following:
• MGA 202 Introduction to Accounting II (3 credits)
• MGF 301 Corporation Finance (requires at least concurrent
registration in MGQ 301) (3 credits)
• MGM 301 Principles of Marketing (requires ECO 182) (3 credits)
• MGO 302 Production and Operations Management (3 credits)
• MGQ 301 Statistical Decisions for Management (3 credits)
• MGS 351 Introduction to Management Information Systems
(4 credits)
Marketing Minor
The marketing minor provides a focused view of marketing for
the student with little or no background in business. While the
requirements and prerequisites make it a viable option for most
students, it may be especially helpful for those seeking an
understanding of the marketing function in businesses. Modules
address issues such as identifying and selecting the right consumers,
understanding the interaction between these consumers and
businesses, and being able to translate consumer needs and wants
into products and services. The marketing minor may be particularly
attractive to students majoring in communication.
Prerequisite Modules
Choose one of the following:
• MGQ 201 Introduction to Computers and Statistics (4 credits)
PSY 207 Psychological Statistics (4 credits)
Choose one of the following:
• ECO 182 Introduction to Microeconomics (4 credits)
MTH 131 Mathematical Analysis for Management (4 credits)
PSY 101 Introductory Psychology (3 credits)
Required Modules
• MGG 150 Business and Society (3 credits)
• MGM 301 Principles of Marketing (3 credits)
• MGM 403 Marketing Research (3 credits)
• MGM 404 Consumer Behavior (3 credits)
Electives
Choose one of the following:
• MGM 402 Selling and Sales Force Management (3 credits)
MGM 406 Product and Brand Management (3 credits)
MGM 409 Advertising and Promotion (3 credits)
“SIM provided me with the option of having an
American-styled education through the SIM-UB
program. The emphasis on students obtaining
knowledge from a wide variety of subjects beyond
one’s major greatly appealed to me and the freedom to
select elective modules that aligned with my interests
further enhanced my motivation to learn.” (2015)
Benjamin Chew
PhD Candidate at UCL
Graduate, Class of 2012, Bachelor of Arts (Psychology)
Benjamin is a recipient of the SIM-You Poh Seng Scholarship Award. He is now
pursuing his PhD in Cognitive Neuroscience at the Wellcome Trust Centre for
Neuroimaging, University College London.
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The hallmark of UB undergraduate programs is the
concept of the interactive classroom, with projectoriented assignments and meaningful hands-on
learning. Flexibility is also key, with options to
pursue double majors or double degrees, and an
opportunity to spend a semester of study at the
Buffalo home campus.
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Bachelor of Arts (Communication)
Established in 1964, the Bachelor of Arts degree in Communication is ranked among the top 25 programs by the National Communication
Association for its intercultural communication, organizational communication, communication technology and health communication programs.
The Department of Communication at UB seeks to educate the next generation of information professionals, knowledge workers and
communication and information practitioners. The principle that information serves the purposes of human communication and is enhanced
by technological systems is at the core of our curriculum. The course is designed to provide students with a comprehensive knowledge of
the nature of human communication, its media, and its effects. Students will be introduced to the finer points of interpersonal communication;
challenged to apply critical thinking to their consumption of mass media; exposed to the complexity of delivering information in organizational
and mediated communication situations; and, encourage to broaden their horizons through the study of international and intercultural
communication.
Why Study Communication?
Students will learn how to analyze, interpret, and research the process by which human beings relate to one another. The study of
communication embraces the most fundamental aspect of human interaction—from the subtleties of interpersonal communication, the
influences and effects of mass media, the most effective distribution of information through organizations, to the cutting edge of new
communication technologies and information studies.
Job Prospects/Opportunity for Further Study after Graduation
Strong communication skills are prerequisite for positions in all organizations today. Employment opportunities exist in public relations and
advertising agencies, media and technology centers, sales and marketing agencies, the mass media, civil and social agencies and other
professions. Graduates have also gone on to graduate school for further studies (e.g., Ph.D.).
Acceptance Criteria into Major
• Successful completion of the five prerequisite modules with a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.5 (COM 101, two other COM modules listed under prerequisite modules, CSE 111 and SOC 294).
• Completion of SOC 294 with a minimum grade of ‘C’.
• Completion of the university’s writing skills requirement.
• Minimum completion of 45 credits.
Prerequisite Modules
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COM 101 Principles of Communication (3 credits)1
COM 217 Communication in Organizations (3 credits)
COM 225 Interpersonal Communication (3 credits)
COM 240 Survey of Mass Communication (3 credits)
COM 337 Communication Theory (3 credits)
CSE 111 Great Ideas in Computer Science (4 credits)1
SOC 294 Basic Statistics for Social Sciences (3 credits)1
Required Modules
• COM 125 Introduction to the Internet (3 credits)
• COM 205 Research Methods (3 credits) or
• SOC 293 Social Research Methods (3 credits)
• COM 300 Written Communication (3 credits)
• PSY 101 Introductory Psychology (3 credits)1
• PSY 323 Community Psychology (3 credits) or
• PSY 331 Social Psychology (3 credits) or
• PSY 333 Psychology of Work in Organizations (3 credits) or
• PSY 341 Cognitive Psychology (3 credits) or
• PSY 342 Introduction to Cognitive Science: Concepts of
the Mind (3 credits) or
• SOC 371 Individual and Society (3 credits)
• SOC 101 Introduction to Sociology (3 credits)1
• 8 Communication Electives (24 credits)
Credits Required for Major
64
Credits Required for General Education
28
Credits Required for Free Electives
28
TOTAL CREDITS REQUIRED FOR DEGREE
120
General Education (refer to page 6 for details)
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Writing (6 credits)
Mathematical Sciences (4 credits)
World Civilizations (6 credits)3
Natural Sciences (7 credits)2
American Pluralism (3 credits)3
Humanities (3 credits)
Arts (3 credits)3
Free Electives (from any major)
28 credits
Graduation Criteria
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Minimum completion of 120 credits.
Minimum GPA of 2.0, both overall and at UB.
Minimum GPA of 2.5 in Communication modules at UB.
Meet major and general education requirements.
1. Meet general education requirements.
2. These are online modules. Local resource persons may conduct weekly sessions for selected module.
3. Students who entered UB with 24 or more transferable credit hours from an institution of higher education other than UB are exempted from the World Civilizations, American Pluralism, and Arts requirements. These credits must have been earned prior to enrollment at UB.
Note: The modules offered are subject to change.
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Bachelor of Arts (Economics)
The Bachelor of Arts degree program in Economics comprises a comprehensive curriculum, integrating economic theory with applied topics.
A wide array of courses are offered including micro- and macro-economics, international trade, private and public finance, econometrics,
education, growth and development, monetary economics, labor economics, urban and regional economics, and industrial organization.
Courses offer an understanding of behavior by consumers and producers, the performance of markets, investment and savings, employment
and unemployment, money and banking, and government taxation and spending.
Why Study Economics?
Economics is the study of the allocation of scarce resources and its implications for efficient production and investment decisions which affect
the performance of the economy, its prospects of growth and development, and the welfare of individuals and society as a whole. The study
of economics equips students with the knowledge and tools to collect and analyze relevant economic data and perform cost-benefit analysis
that enable corporations and public agencies to meet private and social goals. This provides a wide gamut of employment opportunities for
economics majors in both the private and public sectors of the economy. The study of economics also helps students develop logical and
critical thinking skills which benefits them throughout their personal life.
Job Prospects/Opportunity for Further Study after Graduation
The demand for economists has increased steadily in recent decades, with the transition of economics into an applied science. Economics
graduates offer employers analytic insights and knowledge in applications of cost-benefit analysis that are relevant for their objectives.
Employment opportunities exist in various areas including investment and retail banks and other financial service institutions, consulting
firms, international organizations, insurance companies, and government agencies. Economics graduates are also well equipped to pursue
graduate studies in their areas of interest.
Acceptance Criteria into Major
General Education (refer to page 6 for details)
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Successful completion of the prerequisite modules.
Successful completion of two or more Economics modules with a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.0.
Minimum GPA of 2.0 overall.
Minimum completion of 30 credits.
Prerequisite Modules
• ECO 181 Introduction to Macroeconomics (4 credits)1
• ECO 182 Introduction to Microeconomics (4 credits)1
• MTH 121 Survey of Calculus and Its Applications I (4 credits)1
Writing (6 credits)
Mathematical Sciences (4 credits)
World Civilizations (6 credits)3
Natural Sciences (7 credits)2
American Pluralism (3 credits)3
Humanities (3 credits)
Arts (3 credits)3
Free Electives (from any major)
47 credits
Required Modules
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Graduation Criteria
ECO 405 Microeconomic Theory (3 credits)
ECO 407 Macroeconomic Theory (3 credits)
ECO 480 Econometrics I (4 credits)
MTH 122 Survey of Calculus and Its Applications II (4 credits)1
300/400-level Course 1 - 4 (12 credits)
Economics Elective at any level (3 credits)
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Credits Required for Major
41
Credits Required for General Education
32
Credits Required for Free Electives
47
TOTAL CREDITS REQUIRED FOR DEGREE
120
Minimum completion of 120 credits.
Minimum GPA of 2.0, both overall and at UB.
Minimum GPA of 2.0 in Economics modules at UB.
Meet major and general education requirements.
1. Meet general education requirements.
2. These are online modules. Local resource persons may conduct weekly sessions for selected module.
3. Students who entered UB with 24 or more transferable credit hours from an institution of higher education other than UB are exempted from the World Civilizations, American Pluralism, and Arts requirements. These credits must have been earned prior to enrollment at UB.
Note: The modules offered are subject to change.
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Bachelor of Arts (International Trade)
The Bachelor of Arts (International Trade) prepares students to critically assess the process of globalization operating in the world today, including
the growth of multinationals and foreign direct investment, international trade, the internationalization of capital and financial markets, new
international divisions of labor, and the rapid development of technology and innovations. These changes are resulting in global restructuring and
new patterns of uneven development. Critical social, economic, and environmental challenges are being faced by corporate decision-makers,
government policy makers, and non-governmental organizations. Students will be exposed to a wide-range of perspectives on the global
economy, and will develop important skills in policy and data analysis at various geographic scales.
Why Study International Trade?
The program prepares students for a professional and/or academic career in this challenging and exciting world of international business and
trade. They will be exposed to a wide-range of perspectives on the global economy, and will develop important skills in policy and data analysis
at various geographic scales.
Job Prospects/Opportunity for Further Study After Graduation
The wide variety of careers will include organizations such as local investment and trade promotion agencies, trade and location consulting firms,
governmental agencies, and a variety of international service providers (e.g. freight forwarders, customs brokers, international banks, transport
carriers, and international trade management companies). Graduates have also gone on to graduate schools for further studies.
Acceptance Criteria into Major
• Successful completion of any two Geography or Management modules with a minimum GPA of 2.0.
• Minimum GPA of 2.0, both overall and at UB.
Prerequisite Modules
• Any two Geography or Management modules
Required Modules
• ECO 181 Introduction to Macroeconomics (4 credits)
• ECO 182 Introduction to Microeconomics (4 credits)
• GEO 100 Geographic Perspectives and World Issues (3 credits)
• GEO 103 Geography of Economic Systems (3 credits)
• GEO 120 Maps: Earth from Above (3 credits)
• GEO 211 Univariate Statistics in Geography (4 credits)
• GEO 330 Dynamics of International Business (3 credits)
• GEO 333 Bases of World Commerce (3 credits)
• GEO 334 International Environments and Commercial
Problems (3 credits)
• GEO 425 Industrial/ Business Geography (3 credits)
• GEO 460 Geography of Development (3 credits)
• MGQ 201 Introduction to Computers and Statistics (4 credits)
• 3 300/400-level Geography Electives (9 credits)
Credits Required for Major
49
Credits Required for General Education
32
Credits Required for Free Electives
39
TOTAL CREDITS REQUIRED FOR DEGREE
120
General Education (refer to page 6 for details)
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Writing (6 credits)
Mathematical Sciences (4 credits)
World Civilizations (6 credits)3
Natural Sciences (7 credits)2
American Pluralism (3 credits)3
Humanities (3 credits)
Arts (3 credits)3
Free Electives (from any major)
39 credits
Graduation Criteria
• Minimum completion of 120 credits.
• Minimum GPA of 2.0, both overall and at UB.
• Meet major and general education requirements.
1. Meet general education requirements.
2. These are online modules. Local resource persons may conduct weekly sessions for selected module.
3. Students who entered UB with 24 or more transferable credit hours from an institution of higher education other than UB are exempted from the World Civilizations, American Pluralism, and Arts requirements. These credits must have been earned prior to enrollment at UB.
Note: The modules offered are subject to change.
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Bachelor of Arts (Psychology)
Psychology is the scientific study of the mind and behavior. UB’s Department of Psychology reflects a commitment to cutting-edge research and
outstanding training of students in psychological science.
Why Study Psychology?
Quite simply, because it’s fascinating. Psychology is among the most diverse of all of the sciences, focusing on all aspects of behavior, from
biological bases to environmental, social, and cultural influences.
Psychology majors develop an essential, transferable, and in-demand skill set that includes:
• An understanding of the scientific method and of psychological principles
• Proficiency in critical analysis, problem solving, evaluation of evidence, statistical analysis, and scientific writing
The Psychology Major at UB
UB’s undergraduate program in psychology provides an understanding of basic processes of sensation, perception, learning, cognition,
development, and personality along with principles of social psychology, clinical psychology, and behavioral neuroscience.
The requirements for the psychology major are designed to provide students with a basic overview of the field (PSY 101) and foundational
skills in statistics (PSY 207) and scientific methods (PSY 250) that are necessary for subsequent coursework in psychology. The additional
requirements for the psychology major are intended to introduce students to the great breadth and depth of psychology as a scientific discipline;
therefore, students are required to complete courses in four complementary areas of psychology (behavioral neuroscience, clinical, cognitive,
and social) as well as upper-level special topics courses.
Job Prospects/Opportunity for Further Study After Graduation
The undergraduate degree in psychology does not make students psychologists or professional counselors. It does, however, provide students
with an excellent liberal arts background and is valuable for almost any type of work focused on people. Majoring in psychology helps to build a
foundation for the workforce or continued education, such as:
• Jobs in public affairs, education, business, sales, service industries, health, the biological sciences, and information technology
• Graduate degree programs in psychology (M.A., Ph.D., Ed.D., Psy.D.) or related fields (medicine, dentistry, law, education, social work, business)
Acceptance Criteria into Major
• Successful completion of the four prerequisite modules with a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.5.
• Minimum GPA of 2.0, both overall and at UB.
Prerequisite Modules
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MTH 115 Survey of Algebra and Trigonometry (4 credits)1
PSY 101 Introductory Psychology (3 credits)1
PSY 207 Psychological Statistics (4 credits)1
PSY 250 Scientific Inquiry in Psychology (3 credits)
Required Modules
• 300-level Course 1 - Clinical (3 credits)
This module may include: Psychology of Personality, Abnormal Psychology, Community Psychology, Clinical Psychology or Health Psychology
• 300-level Course 2 - Social (3 credits)
This module may include: Social Psychology, Social Conflict and Its Resolution, Psychology of Work in Organizations or
Developmental Psychology.
• 300-level Course 3 - Cognitive (3 credits)
This module may include: Cognitive Psychology, Introduction to Cognitive Science: Concepts of the Mind or Sensory Processes
and Perception.
• 300-level Course 4 - Behavioral Neuroscience (3 credits)
This module may include: Biopsychology².
• 3 400-level psychology modules (9 credits)
Credits Required for Major
35
Credits Required for General Education
28
Credits Required for Free Electives
57
TOTAL CREDITS REQUIRED FOR DEGREE
General Education (refer to page 6 for details)
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Writing (6 credits)
Mathematical Sciences (4 credits)
World Civilizations (6 credits)3
Natural Sciences (7 credits)2
American Pluralism (3 credits) 3
Humanities (3 credits)
Arts (3 credits)3
Free Electives (from any major)
57 credits
Graduation Criteria
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Minimum completion of 120 credits.
Minimum GPA of 2.0, both overall and at UB.
Minimum GPA of 2.0 in Psychology modules at UB.
Meet major and general education requirements.
1. Meet general education requirements.
2. These are online modules. Local resource persons may conduct weekly sessions for selected module.
3. Students who entered UB with 24 or more transferable credit hours from an
institution of higher education other than UB are exempted from the World
Civilizations, American Pluralism, and Arts requirements. These credits must have
been earned prior to enrollment at UB.
Note: The modules offered are subject to change.
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Bachelor of Arts (Sociology)
The Department of Sociology in UB is a member of the American Sociological Society. The undergraduate Sociology program was founded
in 1920’s and more than 3,000 undergraduate students have graduated with the major since 1975. Sociology examines the causes,
characteristics, changes, and consequences of human behavior in groups, and provides an understanding of the structure and dynamics
of social systems and issues. It emphasizes the study of individuals, social groups, and social systems as they relate to each other and to
important societal issues, such as community, education, family, gender, social class, culture, law, health, environment, and war. Students are
introduced to the history of social thought and to the applied and theoretical methods used to study these diverse topics. Training in sociology
prepares students for a wide variety of professional careers and for active, enlightened participation in local, national, and world affairs.
What is Sociology?
The most comprehensive of the social sciences, Sociology is the scientific study of social life. In particular, sociology examines how membership
in different groups and interactions with social structures and social institutions affect our daily lives. The University at Buffalo Department of
Sociology offers courses related to a wide variety of social issues and institutions including: family, gender, race, social class, ageing, law, crime,
neighborhoods, health, organizations, social policy, and the environment.
Why Study Sociology?
An undergraduate degree in sociology provides students with the technical and analytic tools, critical thinking skills, and the global perspective
needed to navigate the 21st century successfully and to thrive in many careers. The jobs current students apply for after graduation may not even
exist yet, which makes critical thinking and data analysis skills essential preparation for future knowledge-based employment. UB Sociology offers
specializations in Health & Society; Global Sociology; Crime, Law, & Justice, and (from 2015) Applied Social Research.
Job Prospects/Opportunity for Further Study After Graduation
To keep up with a rapidly changing world, sociology majors acquire background knowledge about a rapidly changing social world, plus the tools
to critically analyze that world and their place within it. They also learn the practical skills they need to succeed, ranging from data management
and analysis to effective communication. Graduates apply their knowledge and analytic skills across a wide variety of occupations and
professions including medical and health services, recreation and leisure, business, law and law enforcement, education, urban planning, social
policy, and social services. They are also prepared for graduate and professional school programs in areas such as sociology, medicine, health
professions, law, public policy, business, social work, and other social sciences.
Acceptance Criteria into Major
General Education (refer to page 6 for details)
• Minimum GPA of 2.0, both overall and at UB.
• SOC 101 with a grade of ‘C’ or better.
• Two other Sociology modules with a grade of ‘C’ or better.
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Prerequisite Modules
• SOC 101 Introduction to Sociology (3 credits)1
Writing (6 credits)
Mathematical Sciences (4 credits)
World Civilizations (6 credits)3
Natural Sciences (7 credits)2
American Pluralism (3 credits)3
Humanities (3 credits)
Arts (3 credits)3
Required Modules
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Free Electives (from any major)
SOC 293 Social Research Methods (3 credits)
SOC 294 Basic Statistics for Social Sciences (3 credits)1
SOC 349 Classical Sociological Theory (3 credits)
8 Sociology Electives (24 credits)
52 credits
Graduation Criteria
Credits Required for Major
36
Credits Required for General Education
32
Credits Required for Free Electives
52
TOTAL CREDITS REQUIRED FOR DEGREE
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Minimum completion of 120 credits.
Minimum GPA of 2.0, both overall and at UB.
Minimum grade of ‘C’ is required in SOC 293, SOC 294 and
SOC 349.
Meet major and general education requirements.
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1. Meet general education requirements.
2. These are online modules. Local resource persons may conduct weekly sessions for selected module.
3. Students who entered UB with 24 or more transferable credit hours from an institution of higher education other than UB are exempted from the World Civilizations, American Pluralism, and Arts requirements. These credits must have been earned prior to enrollment at UB.
Note: The modules offered are subject to change.
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Bachelor of Science (Business Administration)
The Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration was founded in 1923 and is offered by the UB School of Management*. The curriculum
pays particular attention to understanding the role of the business firm in society; the management functions of planning and control; the behavior
of organizations; the tools of modern management, including accounting, economics, and statistics; and the ways in which managers perform
functions such as production, marketing, finance, and industrial relations.
*All academic programs of the UB School of Management are accredited by the prestigious AACSB International - The Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business.
Accreditation by AACSB is considered to be the hallmark of management education. The AACSB International standards mandate that an undergraduate curriculum should have a
general education component that makes up at least 50 percent of the student’s program. Up to 9 credit hours of economics and up to 6 credit hours of statistics may be counted
toward AACSB’s 50 percent rule.
Job Prospects/Opportunity for Further Study After Graduation
Employment opportunities exist in the private and public sectors. Majority of our graduates work in the private sector engaging in accounting and
finance, education and training, human resource management, international business, sales and marketing, administration and other managerial
roles. Graduates have also gone on to graduate schools for further studies.
Acceptance Criteria into Major
Required Modules
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• MGB 301 Organizational Behavior and Administration (3 credits)
• MGE 302 Applied Economics (3 credits)4
• MGF 301 Corporation Finance (3 credits)4
• MGG 300 Career Strategies, Planning and Management (2 credits)
• MGI 301 Human Resources Management and Labor Relations
for Managers (3 credits)
• MGM 301 Principles of Marketing (3 credits)
• MGO 302 Production and Operations Management (3 credits)4
• MGO 403 Fundamentals of Strategic Management (3 credits)
• MGQ 301 Statistical Decisions in Management (3 credits)1
• MGS 351 Introduction to Management Information Systems (4 credits)4
• MGT 401 Public Policy, Law and Management (3 credits)
Successful completion of the seven management prerequisite
modules with a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.75.
Minimum GPA of 2.5, both overall and at UB.
For transfer student, a minimum transfer GPA of 2.5 at entry to UB.
Minimum completion of 50 credits.
Prerequisite Modules
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ECO 181 Introduction to Macroeconomics (4 credits)1
ECO 182 Introduction to Microeconomics (4 credits)1
MGA 201 Introduction to Accounting I (3 credits)
MGA 202 Introduction to Accounting II (3 credits)
MGQ 201 Introduction to Computers and Statistics (4 credits)4
MTH 131 Mathematical Analysis for Management (4 credits)1
PSY 101 Introductory Psychology (3 credits)1
Credits Required for Major
58
Credits Required for General Education
32
Concentration (non-MG modules)
9-12
Credits Required for Free Electives
18-21
TOTAL CREDITS REQUIRED FOR DEGREE
University at Buffalo Campus
14
120
General Education (refer to page 6 for details)
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Writing (6 credits)
Mathematical Sciences (4 credits)
World Civilizations (6 credits)3
Natural Sciences (7 credits)2
American Pluralism (3 credits)3
Humanities (3 credits)
Arts (3 credits)3
Concentrations (choose one)
Financial Analysis
• MGA 306 Financial Reporting and Analysis (3 credits)
• MGF 402 Investment Management (3 credits)
• MGF 403 International Financial Management (3 credits)
• MGF 405 Advanced Corporate Finance (3 credits)
International Business5
Choose three of the following:
• GEO 330 Dynamics of International Business (3 credits)1
• GEO 333 Bases of World Commerce (3 credits)1
• GEO 334 International Environments and Commercial Problems
(3 credits)1
• MGF 403 International Financial Management (3 credits)
Marketing
• MGM 403 Marketing Research (3 credits)
• MGM 404 Consumer Behavior (3 credits)
Choose one of the following:
• MGM 402 Selling and Sales Force Management (3 credits)
• MGM 406 Product and Brand Management (3 credits)
• MGM 409 Advertising and Promotion (3 credits)
Operations and Supply Chain Management
• MGO 303 Supply Chain And Logistics Management (3 credits)
• MGO 304 Service Operations & Extreme Events Management
(3 credits)
Choose one of the following:
• MGO 330 Entrepreneurship And Small Business (3 credits)
• MGO 450 Business Forecasting (3 credits)
Free Electives (from other majors)
18 - 21 credits (non-MG modules)
Graduation Criteria
• Minimum completion of 120 credits.
• Minimum GPA of 2.0, both overall and at UB.
• Meet major and general education requirements.
1. Meet general education requirements.
2. These are online modules. Local resource persons may conduct weekly sessions for selected module.
3. Students who entered UB with 24 or more transferable credit hours from an institution of higher education other than UB are exempted from the World Civilizations, American Pluralism, and Arts requirements. These credits must have been earned prior to enrollment at UB.
4. These are digital access modules. “Digital Access” is the phrase used by UB School of Management to designate what is known generically as an electronic platform (EP) module. EP module delivery refers to a technological platform through which existing lecture-based modules are distributed to a wider constituency of students. The actual delivery of the class is captured on digital video as it happens, and the resulting Windows Media Player file is immediately posted to UBLearns. Students use the internet to access lectures and print module materials at times convenient to their individual schedules.
5. Students must complete a two-semester module sequence in a foreign language, or demonstrate proficiency in a language other than English equivalent to completion of a
first-year, second-semester module.
Note: The modules offered are subject to change.
“The program contributed positively
to my children’s personal and
professional development. They are
able to plan their schedules better,
think out of the box and have better
team work and leadership skills.
Also, both of them have become
involved outside the classroom in
extra-curricular and community
service activities.” (2015)
Rangarajan Krishnamurthy
Parent
Mr Krishnamurthy’s elder daughter, Sunayna is
currently spending her final year in the Buffalo
campus, pursuing a Double Degree in Business
Administration and Economics. The younger brother,
Sujay also started his UB education in Fall 2015.
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“The habitual memorization and presentation
of facts are relegated to being of secondary
importance. Instead, I found myself having to
think about the questions I was being asked;
and I was also encouraged to ask many
questions. I realized learning could be fun
too.” (2015)
Vinay Kumar
PhD Candidate at UB
Graduate, Class of 2013, Bachelor of Arts (Sociology)
After completing his Bachelor’s, Vinay went on to do his
Master’s in NTU. He is now doing his PhD in Buffalo home
campus.
“Real-life application on project-based
modules were definitely key takeaways from
this program. Most of the senior-level modules
tugged on topics that the working world
would present and higher level discussions
and evaluations brought on many insights
from peers and professors.” (2015)
Francesca Khor
Senior Client Account Manager,
Appco Group Asia
Graduate, Class of 2007, Bachelor of Science
(Business Administration)
“My SIM-UB education has helped me to
develop critical thinking skills and
confidence in expressing my opinions.
A huge part of the education is building
communication and presentation skills
as well as self-directed learning. I felt I
was often challenged to venture out of
my comfort zone.” (2015)
Rowena Chin
Research Officer, Institute of Mental Health
Graduate, Class of 2013, Bachelor of Arts
(Psychology)
After completing her Bachelor’s, Rowena went on to
do her Master’s and graduated with a MSc in
Cognitive Neuroscience (Distinction) from the
University College London, UK. She is now working in
Institute of Mental Health.
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“The UB program offers flexibility. The wide array of modules
offer a broad-based education and the UB culture encourages
learning in a friendly and approachable environment. The
active classroom discussions allow for articulation and
exchange of ideas, which helps develop my sons’ confidence
in public speaking, debate and reasoning - useful lifelong
skills for the future workplace.” (2015)
Chia Seng Jiang, Parent
Mr Chia’s two sons are in the UB program – Bryan, who is pursuing the
business administration program, is currently in Buffalo, NY for his last
semester while James is pursuing a psychology degree.
“UB’s holistic approach to teaching
has equipped me with solid
fundamentals to tackle today’s
workplace challenges. The biggest
value-add to my professional life
stems from the school’s education
philosophy. Their emphasis on
developing self-learning capabilities
within collaborative environments
has moulded me into a more
proficient and valuable team
player.” (2015)
Ken Tham
Senior Account Executive, LEWIS PR
Graduate, Class of 2013, Bachelor of Arts
(Communication)
“The American-styled education is great
because it develops one’s oratorical skills, and
the accessibility to tenured American
academics in a small classroom setting meant
deep learning for everyone in class. Being
taught by academics from another country
forces one to adopt a comparative perspective
in class, which is especially relevant in the
workplace today.” (2015)
Andrew Yeo
Research Assistant, Institute of Policy Studies
Graduate, Class of 2013, Bachelor of Arts (Sociology)
After completing his Bachelor’s, Andrew went on to do his
Master’s. He has a MSc in Social Policy from the London
School of Economics and Political Science (LSE).
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Double Major
Completing a double major enhances students’ career potential since they gain expertise in two distinct fields. A double major is the awarding
of one degree with two majors (e.g. in Communication and Psychology) within one degree (B.A.). Students must be accepted into each major
and fulfill all requirements for each major in addition to satisfying all university requirements. This may be completed within the usual 120-credit
minimum. Double majors must be between programs leading to the same degree (B.A. or B.S.). Our streamlined double-major programs
typically allow students to complete both majors in three years.
Candidates with outstanding academic results may apply directly to the double major program at the point of application. Students who are
enrolled in a single major program and have done well at the end of one year of study are also eligible to apply to the double major program.
Double Major Program Offerings
(Bachelor of Arts)
Credits Required Credits Required for
Free Electives
for Majors
General Education
TOTAL
Communication & Economics
105
32
0
137
Communication & International Trade
113
28
0
141
Communication & Psychology
87
28
5
120
Communication & Sociology
91
28
1
120
Economics & International Trade
82
32
6
120
Economics & Psychology
76
28
16
120
Economics & Sociology
77
32
11
120
International Trade & Psychology
84
28
8
120
International Trade & Sociology
85
28
7
120
Psychology & Sociology
71
28
21
120
For more details about the acceptance and graduation criteria of each major, please refer to the major-specific listings on pages 9-15.
Double Degree
Completing a double degree gives students two credentials at graduation, the Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) and the Bachelor of Science (B.S.). The
additional credential enhances students’ career potential and affords them more professional opportunities. To fulfill all the requirements for
the Bachelor of Science Degree (Business Administration) and the Bachelor of Arts Degree (Communication, Economics, International Trade,
Psychology or Sociology), students typically complete a minimum of 150 credits within four years. Students pursuing a double degree are
expected to have the full range of skills, competencies, and experiences as students graduating from each of the programs individually.
Highly motivated candidates with outstanding academic results may apply directly to the double degree program at the point of application.
Students who are enrolled in a single degree program and have done well at the end of one year of study are also eligible to apply to the double
degree program.
Double Degree Program Offerings
(Bachelor of Science & Bachelor of Arts)
Credits Required Credits Required
for Majors1
for General Education
Business Administration & Communication
125-128
32
0
157-160
92-95
32
23-26
150
95
32
23
150
99-102
32
16-19
150
103-106
32
12-15
150
Business Administration & Economics
Business Administration & International Trade
Business Administration & Psychology
Business Administration & Sociology
Free Electives
TOTAL
For more details about the acceptance and graduation criteria of each major, please refer to the major-specific listings on pages 9-15.
1. The range given only accounts for a completion of one concentration in the Business Administration program. Students completing a double degree program in Business Administration and International trade will automatically satisfy the course requirements for an International Business concentration.
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Module Descriptions
COM 101 Principles of Communication (3 credits)
ECO 181 Introduction to Macroeconomics (4 credits)
Introduces the study of communication in interpersonal, smallgroup, organizational, mass, and intercultural contexts; covers basic
communication models, theory, and research methods used in
communication.
Covers principles of employment, inflation, business cycles, and
growth; also considers policies for economic stabilization and full
employment.
ECO 182 Introduction to Microeconomics (4 credits)
COM 125 Introduction to the Internet (3 credits)
Prerequisite: COM 101
Provides a comprehensive, non-technical, hands-on overview of
computer mediated communication on the information superhighway,
focusing on the Internet. Teaches the origins, growth and evolution of
the Internet, and provides a thorough introduction to the constituent
services of the Internet.
Covers principles of price determination, creation of value, distribution
of income, competition, and principles of international trade.
ECO 405 Microeconomic Theory (3 credits)
Prerequisites: MTH 121 or MTH 131, MTH 122
Examines economic theory dealing with the economics of price
determination, value, distribution, and competition.
COM 205 Research Methods (3 credits)
ECO 407 Macroeconomic Theory (3 credits)
Introduces the scientific methods used by communication scholars
to examine interpersonal, small group, organizational, international/
intercultural, telecommunications, and mass communication
processes. Introduces students to content analysis, network analysis,
social surveys, and experiments, as well as the logic and procedures
of scientific inquiry and the use of the library for research.
Prerequisites: MTH 121 or MTH 131, MTH 122
COM 217 Communication in Organizations (3 credits)
Provides a practical introduction to principles of organizational
communication, including basic theories, methods, and applications
of organizational communication.
COM 225 Interpersonal Communication (3 credits)
Conducts an in-depth analysis of psychological and sociological
processes involved in interpersonal communication.
COM 240 Survey of Mass Communication (3 credits)
Considers formal organization, functions, and development of mass
media; communication as a social process; audience characteristics;
structured networks; and communication in bureaucracies.
COM 300 Written Communication (3 credits)
Covers the theory and practice of written communication; and
emphasizes basic writing skills, the relationship between clear writing
and clear thinking, and the process of effective writing.
COM 337 Communication Theory (3 credits)
Introduces the process of communication, including factors
affecting communication and its results, and their relationship to the
communicative process.
CSE 111 Great Ideas in Computer Science (4 credits)
Students study algorithmic problem-solving techniques and gain an
appreciation for some of the most interesting and significant results of
computer science, as well as its intellectual and social significance.
Uses economic theory to explain the causes of inflation, business
fluctuations, unemployment, and economic growth.
ECO 480 Econometrics I (4 credits)
Prerequisites: MTH 121 or MTH 131
Covers measures of central tendency and spread in economic data,
probability, binomial and normal distributions, estimation, confidence
intervals, testing of hypotheses, and analysis of variance. Also
introduces and applies simple two-variable regression to real-world
data using computer software.
ESL 407 Written English I (3 credits)
Introduction to academic writing. Covers various methods of
organizing paragraphs and essays, effective use of grammatical
structures, editing and revising, and strategies for efficient reading.
ESL 408 Written English II (3 credits)
Prerequisite: ESL 407
Continues the development of academic writing. Covers rhetorical
patterns in formal writing, critical reading, paraphrasing, citation, and
the completion of a library research paper.
GEO 100 Geographic Perspectives and World Issues
(3 credits)
Examines the geography of the emerging global village, especially the
stress between the increasing globalization of human societies and
natural habitats, and their idiosyncratic traits. Deeply rooted in today’s
changing world, the course surveys regions of the world and the
contemporary issues facing them.
GEO 103 Geography of Economic Systems (3 credits)
Examines the diverse economic systems that characterize a world
economy in rapid transition. Highlights the complex processes
of globalization and its impact on regions, cities, and countries.
Examines the organization of economic activities and resources in the
global economy.
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GEO 120 Maps: Earth from Above (3 credits)
GEO 419: Transportation and Society (3 credits)
Provides the knowledge required to be an intelligent map user. It is
also designed to prepare students for further studies in geography,
cartography, and geospatial technologies. Topics include map making
and coordinate systems, issues regarding map scale and projections,
navigation and way finding using maps, techniques of thematic
mapping, introductions to remote sensing and geographic information
systems, emerging mapping technologies and applications, and using
internet mapping services.
Prerequisites: GEO 410, GEO 102 or GEO 103
GEO 211 (formerly 410) Univariate Statistics in Geography
(4 credits)
This course first introduces probability as a measure of uncertainty.
It then addresses the use of such measures of uncertainty for
describing data, and for making inferences about large populations
from small samples. These descriptive and inferential aspects of
statistics are illustrated using geographic examples from a wide variety
of different fields.
GEO 330 Dynamics of International Business (3 credits)
Examines the rapidly changing dynamics of the international business
environment and its impact on corporate strategies and patterns of
international trade, investment and development.
GEO 333 Bases of World Commerce (3 credits)
Involves a theoretical and empirical study of the spatial aspects
of commodity flows among countries and regions; also examines
conditions leading to trade, and to barriers to the movement of goods.
GEO 334 International Environments and Commercial
Problems (3 credits)
Introduces students to the interconnections among culture, social
expectations, and international business. Covers cross-cultural
communication and negotiation, cross-cultural management
and alliance formation, and corporate social and environmental
responsibility.
GEO 425 Industrial/Business Geography (3 credits)
Studies evolution of the U.S. transportation system. Examines
contemporary transportation problems; including provision of
transportation, transport networks, transport flows, urban
transportation, logistics, and information technologies. Also considers
transport and urban forms.
MGA 201 Introduction to Accounting I (3 credits)
Study the concepts and standards of corporate financial statements,
cost behavior, product costing, budgeting profitability analysis, and
performance evaluation.
MGA 202 Introduction to Accounting II (3 credits)
Prerequisite: MGA 201
Study the concepts and standards of corporate financial statements,
cost behavior, product costing, budgeting profitability analysis, and
performance evaluation.
MGA 306 Financial Reporting and Analysis (3 credits)
Prerequisites: MGA 201 – 202
Includes the format and content of financial statements, currently
accepted accounting principles, problems in disclosure and income
measurement, and analysis of financial statements.
MGB 301 Organizational Behavior and Administration
(3 credits)
Prerequisite: PSY 101
Explores the systematic interrelation of economic, technological,
psychological, and sociological variables useful in observing,
predicting, and influencing organizational behavior.
MGE 302 Applied Economics (3 credits)
Prerequisites: ECO 181 – 182, MGQ 201, mathematics requirement,
business major
Considers the methods, concepts, and techniques employed in
applying economic constructs and principles to managerial decision
making in private and public enterprises.
Prerequisites: GEO 330
MGF 301 Corporation Finance (3 credits)
Industry dynamics and regional change in a globalized world. In
understanding the relationship between the firm and the region, the
activities of other agents of regional development (e.g. universities,
government, non-government sectors, labor markets) will also be
taken into consideration.
Prerequisites: MGA 201 – 202, completion of or concurrent registration in
MGQ 301, business major
GEO 460 Geography of Development (3 credits)
Prerequisites: GEO 103 or GEO 330 or GEO 333
Examines how regions, cities, and countries are engaged in
economic, political, and institutional strategies in order to tackle
problems related to poverty, underdevelopment, economic decline,
and/or economic stagnation. Attention is given to the influences of
local and global forces, actors, and policies on regional and national
competition and development.
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Introduces the scope and objectives of financial management, along
with the concept of the risk-return trade-off. Also considers financial
planning with special emphasis on evaluating capital projects and
managing working capital, methods employed to obtain funds, costs
associated with each alternative.
MGF 402 Investment Management (3 credits)
Prerequisites: MGF 301, business major
Discusses techniques of analyzing various companies and industries,
as well as recent research on security markets, portfolio theory, and
the measurements of investment performance.
MGF 403 International Financial Management (3 credits)
MGM 406 Product and Brand Management (3 credits)
Prerequisites: MGF 301, business major
Prerequisites: MGM 301, business major
Provides the conceptual framework necessary for financial decision
making in an international context. Focuses on implementing analytical
tools and theory through problems and analysis of real-world global
decision making.
Discusses new product development, brand and pricing strategies for
existing products, and the design of promotional campaigns.
MGM 409 Advertising and Promotion (3 credits)
Prerequisites: MGM 301, business major
MGF 405 Advanced Corporate Finance (3 credits)
Prerequisites: MGF 301, MGQ 301, business major
Discusses the theory and practice of financial decision making under
uncertainty. In particular, considers in depth the problems of working
capital management, capital budgeting, cost of capital, dividend
policy, and merger analysis.
Understanding the various promotional choices including advertising,
sales promotions, direct marketing, personal selling, and public
relations and how these strategies need to work in tandem to achieve
the greatest impact are among the objectives of this module.
MGO 302 Production and Operations Management
(3 credits)
MGG 150 Business And Society (3 credits)
Prerequisites: MGQ 201, business major
Comprehensively provides a broad understanding of business,
including various functions and their interrelationships; terminology;
management fundamentals and competitive factors; legal and ethical
issues; and consideration of various external elements, including
society at large.
Introduces the process, tools, and techniques of production and
operations management. Develops sufficient skills in the use of
financial, quantitative, statistical, and computer-based tools and
techniques as they apply to operations management and control
problems in business, industrial, service, and governmental settings.
MGG 300 Career Strategies, Planning, and Management
(2 credits)
MGO 303 Supply Chain and Logistics Management
(3 credits)
Introduces a strategic approach to career planning and job search.
Topics/activities cover the job market, job-search resources,
developing a personal marketing strategy, researching potential
employers, networking, interviewing, and writing skills.
MGI 301 Human Resources Management and Labor
Relations for Managers (3 credits)
Focuses on the systems and practices required to implement
such HR functions as selection, development, compensation, and
performance appraisal.
MGM 301 Principles of Marketing (3 credits)
Prerequisites: ECO 182, PSY 101
Examines the distribution of goods by marketing agencies. Considers
the nature and scope of marketing problems, behavior of industrial
buyers and consumers, channels of distribution, pricing, selling,
marketing costs, efficiency, and governmental regulations.
MGM 402 Selling and Sales Force Management (3 credits)
Prerequisite: MGQ201
Deals with design and management of supply chains and logistics for
competing effectively in global markets. The management of specific
functions within supply chains such as manufacturing, procurement,
logistics and inter-organizational information and coordination are
covered. The topics covered include qualitative & quantitative
techniques for optimum configuration of supply chain and logistics,
principles of postponement in design, processes and logistics,
mass customization, global location factors for offices, plants and
distribution centers, collaboration and coordination among various
players in supply networks, vendor managed inventory (VMI), strategic
alliances & partnering, purchasing and buyer-supplier relationships.
Given the increasing importance of logistics and retail sectors in
employment generation, logistics management topics such as
warehousing, transportation and third party logistics service providers
are also covered.
MGO 304 Service Operations & Extreme Events
Management (3 credits)
Prerequisites: MGM 301, business major
Prerequisite: MGQ 201
Explores roles of the sales force and sales management team in
a firm’s marketing strategy. Studies selling techniques, territory
management, sales force selection, sales training for improved
performance, compensation schemes, and performance evaluation.
This module imparts an understanding of service operations
management. The service sector is the largest sector in terms
of contributions to GDP as well as employment. This course is
designed to cover unique aspects of service operations and
complexities involved in a wide range of service organizations such
as health care, management of quick-response services (such as
fast food restaurants), education, retail, government, and non-profit
organizations. The planning and control mechanisms for a variety of
service situations, and ways and means to lower the costs, improve
the efficiency and customer service organizations will be analyzed
through many quantitative models such as queuing theory, design of
service delivery systems and qualitative methods. In addition, given
the growing turbulence in social and economic spheres in recent
years, additional emphasis is placed on service business processes
involved in emergency management systems, extreme events and
MGM 403 Marketing Research (3 credits)
Prerequisites: MGM 301, business major
Investigates marketing research as a tool of market management.
Analyzes the role of research in planning and controlling market
activities and the techniques of marketing research, and illustrates the
application to marketing problems.
MGM 404 Consumer Behavior (3 credits)
Prerequisites: MGM 301, business major
Discusses pertinent theoretical and empirical findings about the
behavior of consumers and industrial and institutional buyers.
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rapid execution of service logistics processes. These include the four
sectors of: 1) management of organizations such as fire, health care,
police protection; 2) disaster management techniques (hurricanes,
earthquakes, and other natural events), 3) emergency response to
unanticipated shortages of critical materials such as blood, vaccines;
and 4) handling and transportation of toxic materials, etc.
MGS 351 Introduction to Management Information
Systems (4 credits)
Prerequisites: MGQ 201, business major
Introduces the basic concepts of management information systems
from the managerial perspective.
MGT 401 Public Policy, Law and Management (3 credits)
MGO 330 Entrepreneurship And Small Business (3 credits)
Prerequisite: Business major
What’s your big idea? Dreaming about starting a company, but not
sure where to start? Whether your interest lies in solving the world’s
biggest problems, creating the next commercial success or starting
a non-profit venture, this course will give you the tools to test your
ideas in the real world. Learn about the key ingredients that drive
success in entrepreneurial ventures. Learn what makes entrepreneurs
entrepreneurial, and how they bring new ideas to market. In this
course, you will gain valuable insights into how entrepreneurs start
and grow companies. We will explore how to identify customers
for your new venture, how to build a business model around those
customers, and how to obtain financing to support your efforts.
Through engaging lectures and hands-on projects, you will discover
tools practiced by successful entrepreneurs. By the end of the course
you will have an understanding of the entrepreneurial mindset and
what it takes to thrive in your own venture.
Focuses on the regulatory and policy implications of the interaction
between government and private business entities, including
corporations, partnerships and other business forms; help students
understand the legal environment in which business organizations
operate; examines the role of ethics in business decision-making and
the distinction between ethical and legal constraints.
MTH 115 Survey of Algebra and Trigonometry (4 credits)
MGO 403 Fundamentals of Strategic Management
(3 credits)
Limits, continuity, differentiation of algebraic and exponential functions;
applications; introduces integration.
Prerequisites: MGB 301, MGS 351, MGF 301, MGM 301, MGO 302, and
MGE 302; or prior completion of at least three of the six, and concurrent
registration in the other three, business major
A pre-calculus course; covers topics such as: order, absolute value,
inequalities, exponents, radicals, polynomials, rational expressions,
solving systems of linear equations, quadratic equations and
inequalities, functions (rational, logarithmic, exponential, trigonometric),
graphing, trigonometric identities.
MTH 121 Survey of Calculus and its Applications I (4 credits)
Prerequisite: MTH 115
MTH 122 Survey of Calculus and Its Applications II (4 credits)
Prerequisites: MTH 121 or MTH 131
Surveys general management processes for planning and controlling
the operations of the firm in order to compete effective in the global
marketplace. Gives special attention to the strategic and operations
planning process, and the integration of marketing, production,
and financial planning concepts and practices. Case studies and a
computer-based management game are part of the course.
Continuation of MTH 121. Maximization of functions of several
variables using both calculus and elementary linear programming
techniques. Elementary integration, simple differential equations,
matrix algebra.
MGO 450 Business Forecasting (3 credits)
Limits, continuity, differentiation of algebraic and exponential functions,
applications, partial derivatives and applications and integration.
Prerequisite: MGQ 301 and MGE 302
Examines forecasting for business purposes in the fact of uncertainty.
Designed to familiarize students with various forecasting techniques
and their practical applications in business, including projections of
retail sales, real estate loans, tool shipments, costs, revenues, stock
prices, inflation rates, and other micro and macro level variables.
Numerous case studies were used.
MGQ 201 Introduction to Computers and Statistics
(4 credits)
Familiarizes students with computers and computer software
packages relevant to business and management, and introduces
students to basic concepts in accounting (modeled around
spreadsheets) and statistics (modeled around descriptive statistics).
MGQ 301 Statistical Decisions in Management (3 credits)
Prerequisites: MGQ 201, business major
Strengthens skills in the use of statistical methods for decision making
and in the interpretation of computer output.
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MTH 131 Mathematical Analysis for Management (4 credits)
Prerequisite: MTH 115
MUS 113 Music and Society (3 credits)
The relationship between music and twentieth-century American
society. Examines art, folk, and commercial music in an attempt to
uncover musical meaning, both as a reflection of and stimulus for
social change. Requires no prior experience or training.
MUS 115 Understanding Music (3 credits)
History of musical style from the Renaissance to the present day.
Examines selected masterpieces of Western music as well as such
recent phenomena as serialism, minimalism, electronic, and computer
music; requires no previous formal training in music.
MUS 116 Theory of Music for Nonmajors (3 credits)
Elements of writing music; melody, rhythm, intervals, chords, harmony,
tone color, styles of musical expression, music signs and symbols;
and traditional language of “tonal” music.
MUS 264 World Music (3 credits)
PSY 250 Scientific Inquiry in Psychology (3 credits)
Introduces the student to music from all over the world, and expands
concepts of music in the process. Students learn about different
instruments from other cultures and how they influence the music they
produce, and explore common features of Asian, European, African,
American, and Oceanic music. Students also learn different ways of
listening. Designed for non-majors. Requires no musical background.
Prerequisites: PSY 101, PSY 207
NTR 108 Human Nutrition (3 credits)
Emphasizes metabolic and physiologic principles underlying digestion
and absorption of nutrients, chemical structure and metabolic rate of
nutrients, the biochemical role of nutrients in maintaining health, and
the effects of over- and under-nutrition on disease pathogenesis.
NTR 109 Nutrition in Practice (3 credits)
The research process; observational, correlational and survey,
experimental techniques; hypothesis testing and empirical data;
scientific knowledge and its applications.
PSY 321 Psychology of Personality (3 credits)
Theory, research, and measurement related to the description,
development, and dynamics of the normal personality.
PSY 322 Abnormal Psychology (3 credits)
Theory and description of the major behavior disorders and the
psychopathology of everyday life; causes and treatment of these
disorders.
Prerequisite: NTR 108, Corequisite: NTR 110
PSY 323 Community Psychology (3 credits)
Emphasizes individual, clinical, social, and applied aspects of nutrition,
including food labeling, diet analysis, pseudo-vitamins, and food
allergies.
Introduces theoretical concepts and developing practices in
community psychology and community mental health.
PSY 324 Clinical Psychology (3 credits)
NTR 110 Nutrition in Practice Lab (1 credit)
Prerequisite: NTR 108, Corequisite: NTR 109
Lab course for NTR 109. Students will investigate their own dietary
practices using dietary assessment tools. Students will also visit,
analyse and report on observations made in the community and
industry-based food systems, food purchasing facilities and cultural
food markets.
Introduces clinical psychology. Methods of assessing abnormal
behavior, modes of intervention, theories of treatment, and ethical
issues.
PSY 325 Health Psychology (3 credits)
Introduces the scientific study of the behavioral and social aspects of
health.
PHI 101 Introduction to Philosophy (3 credits)
PSY 331 Social Psychology (3 credits)
Examines general topics in various areas of philosophy showing
different sides of issues; develops critical thought and philosophical
method.
Behavior of individuals and their relations with others; aggression;
attraction; attitude formation and change; conformity; obedience;
helping; stereotypes; group processes.
PHI 107 Ethics (3 credits)
PSY 332 Social Conflict and Its Resolution (3 credits)
Introduces value theory, good and bad, justification of obligations to
others, relationship of free choice and determinism, and contemporary
moral problems analyzed by ethical principles.
Overview of social conflict theory and of conflict resolution practice.
Topics include the nature and cause of conflict, strategic choice
in conflict, escalation, negotiation, and third-party intervention.
Emphasizes psychological approaches, but is not limited to them.
PHI 115 Critical Thinking (3 credits)
Examines techniques of problem solving, decision making, and
evaluating pros and cons of an issue; organizing data; forming
strategies and giving reasons; perceptual, cultural, emotional,
intellectual, and expressive blocks to thinking; and simple inductive
reasoning and statistical fallacies.
PSY 101 Introductory Psychology (3 credits)
General survey of perception; learning and memory; cognitive,
developmental, personality, abnormal, and social psychology; and
behavioral neuroscience. Requires participation in research or a short
paper.
PSY 207 Psychological Statistics (4 credits)
Prerequisite: MTH 115
Graphs; permutations; combinations; probability; regression;
correlation; analysis of variance; descriptive and inferential statistics;
parametric and nonparametric tests appropriate to psychological
research.
PSY 333 Psychology of Work in Organizations (3 credits)
Theory, research, and practices of organizational psychologists;
behavior of individuals within organizations; principles of industrial
psychology.
PSY 336 Developmental Psychology (3 credits)
Major developmental changes in areas of human behavior, cognition,
personality, and social life from the perspective of current theories
about development.
PSY 341 Cognitive Psychology (3 credits)
Information-processing approach to human behavior; how people
interpret and understand the environment; recognition; memory;
language.
PSY 342 Introduction to Cognitive Science: Concepts of
the Mind (3 credits)
An interdisciplinary approach to the understanding of knowledge
and mind, guided by principles of formal systems and computation.
Concepts and approaches from psychology, philosophy, artificial
intelligence, linguistics, and neuroscience.
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PSY 343 Sensory Processes and Perception (3 credits)
SOC 371 Individual and Society (3 credits)
Surveys experimental data and theories of perception. Perceptual
organization and neurophysiology of brain systems, and neural
and computational representations involved in vision, hearing, and
cutaneous and chemical senses.
Prerequisite: Completion of SOC 101 is encouraged
PSY 351 Biopsychology (3 credits)
Physiological studies, mainly on the nervous system, relevant to
selected theoretical issues in perception, learning, motivation, and
problem solving.
SOC 101 Introduction to Sociology (3 credits)
Introduces fundamental ideas and concepts of sociology, including
culture, norms, status, role, socialization, stratification, industrialization,
urbanization, and bureaucratization.
SOC 293 Social Research Methods (3 credits)
Prerequisite: Completion of SOC 101 is encouraged
Examines content analysis, unobtrusive measures, participant
observation, surveys, field experiments, the relationship of methods to
social theory development, ethical implications of the methods, and
the use of research findings for designing social programs.
SOC 294 Basic Statistics for Social Sciences (3 credits)
Prerequisite: Completion of SOC 101 is encouraged
Provides a foundation in the mathematics underlying statistical
techniques for interpreting quantitative social data.
SOC 349 Classical Sociological Theory (3 credits)
Prerequisite: Completion of SOC 101 is encouraged
Explores the development of sociological theory and the forerunners
of sociological thought.
“With SIM-UB, I am equipped with a more global
perspective and can understand how larger forces
around the world shape and affect Singapore’s
decisions, economy, and social environment. My
social circle grew too for the lessons were highly
engaging and require students to work together,
building friendships as a result” (2015)
Ong Hui Yin
Industrial Relations Officer, NTUC
Graduate, Class of 2015, Bachelor of Arts (Communication and
Sociology)
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Studies the relation between the individual and society. Examines
major theoretical problems, such as human nature; communication
and language; perception; socialization; role playing; and the
interdependence of values, ideologies, and social structures.
UGC 111 World Civilizations I (3 credits)
Introduces students to the development of world civilizations from
prehistory to about 1500, and concerns the peoples, forces, and
ideas that have shaped the way individuals have experienced (and still
do experience) the world.
UGC 112 World Civilizations II (3 credits)
Introduces students to the continuing development of world
civilizations from about 1500 to the present, and concerns the
peoples, forces, and ideas that have shaped the way individuals have
experienced (and still do experience) the world.
UGC 211 American Pluralism and the Search for Equality
(3 credits)
Prerequisites: Completion of UGC 111 – 112 is encouraged.
Focuses on the changing nature of American society, examining the
rich diversity of cultural experiences in America and issues associated
with diversity. Introduces students to five important areas of American
experience and culture: race, gender, ethnicity, class, and religious
sectarianism.
Selection Criteria
UB welcomes students who are prepared to face the challenges and take advantage of the opportunities
offered by a top-quality public research university. Students are admitted to UB on a competitive basis.
Admission requirements for the programs are the same as for UB undergraduate programs based in Buffalo.
Many factors are considered in a holistic application review process, in consultation with admissions officers
based in Buffalo.
Freshmen
Admission to the freshmen class is selective and is based in part on
the quality of the applicant’s secondary school academic record and
the number of places available. Applicants should have an above
average academic record at least equivalent to a ‘B’ average (3.00
out of 4.00). A freshman student is one who is entering university with
no post-secondary coursework completed. The criteria below are
required for consideration and are subject to change without notice:
Singapore Citizens and Permanent Residents
• Singapore-Cambridge General Certificate of Education Advanced Level (A-Level)
• Polytechnic Diploma
The above qualifications may be considered for admission with advanced
standing credits. Singapore Citizens and Permanent Residents who
have had at least 10 years of their primary and secondary education in
Singapore in an English-medium government school, and completed
their GCE ‘O’ level with a grade of ‘C’ (6 or better) in the English
Language, are exempted from the English Language proficiency
requirement.
Others
Qualifications equivalent to a U.S. high school diploma. Average grade
of ‘B’ or better
International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma
Most recent 3 years of high school grade of ‘B’ equivalent to IB score
of 4.5. IB Diploma holders can expect up to 30 credit exemptions with
a minimum of 30 total scores.
International General Certificate of Secondary Education (IGCSE)
Minimum of five credit passes (grade ‘C’ or better) with suitable
academic preparation for the intended major
International Students
• Australia – Most recent 3 years of high school grades with a minimum average grade of ‘B’ (e.g. a minimum ENTER score of 70 or higher for Victoria state).
• China – Most recent 3 years of high school grades with a minimum average grade of 80 or higher.
• Cambodia – Most recent 3 years of high school grades with a minimum average grade of ‘B’.
•
Bangladesh, India and Pakistan – Most recent 3 years of high school grades and examination results with a minimum average grade of 70% or higher, and Grade X and Grade XII state or national secondary
school board examination results (i.e. Statement of Results).
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Hong Kong - Most recent 3 years of annual class marks / grades with equivalent of a “B” average and, in order to finalize admission present an official copy of the HKDSE Examination results (with 4 core subjects and at least 1 elective subject with no grade below 3 in at least five of those subjects) and the HKDSE certificate.
• Indonesia - Most recent 3 years of high school grades with a minimum average grade of 7 or higher (on a 10-point scale).
• Japan - Most recent 3 years of annual class marks / grades and
Upper Secondary School Leaving Certificate (Kotogakko
Sotsugyo Shomeisho) Average B grades
• Kazakhstan - High School Graduation is noted with the “Attestation of Complete Secondary Education” (showing at least 12 years of education). Overall grade average of at least 3.75 (out of 5).
• Korea - Senior high school transcript showing graduation;
minimum average grade of ‘B’.
• Laos – Upper Secondary School Diploma. Most recent 3 years of high school grade with a minimum average of ‘B’ or equivalent.
• Malaysia – SPM/UEC with minimum of five credit passes (6 or
better); advanced standing credit may be granted to students with STPM results.
• Myanmar (Burma) - Basic Education High School Examination
(BEHS) [‘A’ (university) stream only] with 70% average or higher.
•Nepal
(1) Class marks for most recent 3 years of high school and the Proficiency Certificate with a minimum average grade of 65%, or
(2) Most recent 3 years of high school grades and Grade X and
Grade XII national secondary school board examination results (i.e. Statement of Results).
• Nigeria – West African Senior School Certificate Examination
(WASSCE) results showing at least five (5) subjects passed (grades
of ‘C’ or higher). WAEC Direct scratch card required for verification.
• Philippines - High school diploma (earned after 10 or 11 years) with a minimum average grade of ‘B’ (85%).
• Russia - High School Certificate. Most recent 3 years of high school grade with a minimum 4 (out of 5) or ‘Good’ (Xopowo) or equivalent.
• Sri Lanka
(1) Minimum five Sri Lankan ‘O’ level passes in core academic subjects, or
(2) Combination of five ‘O’ level and ‘A’ level passes in core academic subjects, or
(3) Minimum three ‘A’ level passes in core academic subjects.
Note: Advanced standing credit may be awarded for ‘A’ level
subject passes if certificate was issued in 2000 or later. UB does
not award credit for Sri Lankan ‘A’ level prior to 2000examinations.
• Taiwan (R.O.C.) – Most recent 3 years of high school grades with a minimum average grade of 70% or higher.
• Thailand - High school completion certificate from at least Mathayom
Suksa 6 (M6) with a minimum average grade of 75% or better (or
a 3.0 out of 4.0 if on the 4-point scale).
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• United Arab Emirates - Secondary School Certificate. Most recent 3
years of high school grade with a minimum 80% or ‘B’ or equivalent.
• Vietnam - Most recent 3 years of high school grades with a minimum average grade of 7 or higher (also need the Bang Tot Nghiep Pho Thong certificate or Bang Tu Tai).
English Language Proficiency
• All applicants must demonstrate proficiency in English in one of the following ways:
Test
Minimum Score
Paper-based TOEFL
550
Internet-based TOEFL
79 (no section score below 15)
IELTS
6.5 (no subsection score below 6.0)
PTE Academic
55 (no subsection score below 50)
SAT I (Critical Reading section) 500
ACT (English AND Reading
sections)
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International Baccalaureate (IB)
Diploma Higher Level English
A1 or A2
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• Only scores from tests taken within two years prior to the time of
enrollment are acceptable. An official test score must be sent from
the testing agency. Certified true copies must be submitted to SIM.
• The UB school code for TOEFL/SAT is 2925 or St. U. of NY, Center at Buffalo (U.).
• For more information and registration details, please refer to
TOEFL’s website at www.toefl.org
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Applicants who have had at least 10 years of their primary and
secondary education in Singapore in an English-medium
government school, and completed their GCE ‘O’ level with a
grade of ‘C6’ or better in English as a first language, are exempted
from the English Language proficiency requirement.
•
If your country of birth is not in Singapore, please provide proof of
ten (10) years of studies in Singapore (eg. Report books from
Primary 1 - 6 and Secondary 1 - 4 and/or certification letter from
MOE or school)
•
IELTS/TOEFL/SAT 1 is required if you do not have all your primary
and secondary education in Singapore in an English-medium
government school, and GCE ‘O’ level (with a grade of ‘C6’ or
better) in English as first language. Only scores from tests taken
within two years prior to the time of enrolment are acceptable.
Application Deadlines
(Please check website for exact dates)
Admission
International Applicants Singapore Citizens / PR
Spring
September
October
Summer
January
March
Fall
May
May
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No person, in whatever relationship with UB, shall be subject to
discrimination on the basis of age, creed, color, handicap, national
origin, race, religion, sex, or marital or veteran status.
Transfer Students
A transfer student is one who started post-secondary studies in one
college or university and then chooses to move to a different college
or university. If you have completed secondary school and studied
one or more subjects at the college or university level and now want
to move to UB, then you are a transfer student. Admission to the
transfer class is selective and is based on previous post-secondary
academic performance and the number of places available. Students
with less than one full year of post-secondary study are required to
submit their secondary school transcripts; if one year or more of postsecondary study has been completed, secondary school grades are
not considered.
Pre-evaluations are not possible. Credits cannot be evaluated for
transfer before the applicant has submitted an application. A subjectby-subject evaluation and articulation with UB subjects is done after
your acceptance of place. In many cases, a final evaluation takes
several weeks and will only be completed towards the end of the
first semester. Students should expect that not all transfer credits will
match exactly with UB subjects. Some credits accepted for transfer
will be categorized as elective and count as extra credits above and
beyond the minimum requirements of the university and the academic
department.
Note for All Applicants
a.
Applicants will be assessed based on ALL the qualifications which they have submitted i.e. the holistic academic experience. Meeting the minimum academic requirement does not mean automatic admission.
b. Please submit official original academic transcripts (compulsory for applicants with qualifications from universities in Singapore
and outside Singapore) or certified true copies of academic records (mark sheets, examination results, certificates, diplomas,
etc) for all secondary and post-secondary coursework.
c. Prior to the application, should you have any gap after the last school attended in the Educational Qualification section, please provide details.
Please submit your latest transcript for work completed to date and should you have any work in progress, please send the final documents before enrollment.
Before completing the final year of school, applicants must
indicate their expected graduation date while submitting transcript.
Documents that are not in English must be accompanied by
exact, certified transcripts.
Withholding information requested or giving false information may
make you ineligible for admission or subject to dismissal.
d. SIM will only consider each applicant for one program. If you have submitted more than one application, only
the first application submitted will be considered.
Applicants who qualify for admission into a particular
UB program qualify for all other UB programs with similar requirements.
Course Fees
S$577.80 per credit (inclusive of 7% GST)
The fees do not include textbooks.
Fees are charged based on the number of credits taken during the
semester.
First semester course fees are payable prior to commencement of
semester. Subsequent semester course fees are billed after the
commencement of semester. Each semester typically has 4-5
modules (12 to 15 credits).
Credit exemptions / transfer credits table
Category
No. of credits expected to do in UB
Open to Singapore citizens, permanent residents and international
students, the scholarships are tenable for the minimum period
required to complete the full/remaining course of study, as stipulated
by the program. The award covers tuition fees, examination fees,
a fixed book allowance and other compulsory fees. The scholarship
does not cover repeat fees and there is no bond attached to the
scholarship. Application is in March and September. Visit
www.simge.edu.sg/ge/scholarship for more information.
SIM-UB Scholarship
The scholarship allows two deserving students at SIM to spend one
semester at the UB’s New York campus. This merit-based award
covers tuition fees, lodging, and a roundtrip air-ticket.
This scholarship is offered twice per academic year for the Fall and
Spring semesters.
Single Degree
/ Double Major
(Minimum 120
credits)
Double Degree
(Minimum 150
credits)
Polytechnic Diploma
holders with transfer
credits
60 – 96 credits
90 – 126 credits
A-Level students
with advanced
standing credits
70 - 100 credits
100 – 130 credits
Maybank
Tel: 1800 629 2265 | Website: www.maybank2u.com.sg
Students with no
credit exemption
120 – 141 credits
150 – 160 credits
POSB
Tel: 6333 0033 | Website: www.posb.com.sg
Course Fees
(include GST)
Study Loans
Students may obtain study loans from these banks and institutions
under a course financing scheme (subject to approval).
Course Fees and Semester Guideline based on number of
credits to complete
No. of
credits
Terms and conditions apply.
Approximate no. of semesters
to complete
Note: One academic year = 3 semesters
All loan enquiries and applications are to be dealt with the banks and
institutions directly. For more information, please call:
RHB Bank Berhad
Tel: 1800 323 0100 | Website: www.rhbbank.com.sg
CIMB Bank
Tel: 6333 7777 | Website: www.cimbbank.com.sg Interest-Free Installment Plans
60
S$34,668
5
80
S$46,224
7
When you charge above S$500 to your Citibank or OCBC Visa/
MasterCard, you can enjoy interest-free installments of six or
twelve-months. Terms and conditions apply.
100
S$57,780
8
For more information, please call:
120
S$69,336
9
150
S$86,670
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Citibank
Tel: 6225 5225 | Website: www.citibank.com.sg
Note: Advanced standing and transfer credits granted are subjected to
final approval by UB. UB reserves the right to change credit articulations
at any time.
OCBC
Tel: 1800 363 3333 | Website: www.ocbc.com.sg
Please refer to SIM GE website for the latest course fees.
Classes will be held at SIM Headquarters, 461 Clementi Road,
Singapore 599491.
Venue
SIM Global Education Scholarship
New or existing students enrolling for Bachelor’s degree programs
under SIM GE may apply for the SIM Global Education Scholarship.
Awards are granted to students with exemplary academic results or
achievements in sports and arts.
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Application & Admission
COURSE FEES PAYMENT
How to Apply
For first payment of course fees only
Application
Apply at www.simge.edu.sg/ge/apply before the closing date.
Before application, ensure you have met the academic and English Language
requirements for the programme. Have the scanned copies of all supporting
documents (in PDF format) on hand for uploading and entry in the e-application
form.
Applications with incomplete, inaccurate information and not accompanied by
supporting documents will NOT be processed and considered.
For an international applicant applying to a full-time programme, you must
submit an online Student’s Pass (STP) application form. Your Student’s Pass
application is subjected to approval of the Singapore Immigration &
Checkpoints Authority (ICA).
Supporting documents
1.
Educational certificates (e.g. ‘O’ and ‘A’ level certificates, diplomas, exam
transcripts). Translated and notarised copies are required if documents are
not in English. By the application closing date, you must have attained the
minimum qualification required for the programme.
2. NRIC or FIN/passport (for international applicants).
3. Passport-sized photograph. Your photo must be taken in the last 3
months. It is to be in JPEG format, 400 by 514 pixels, and file size of
around 60KB.
You may make payment at the payment counters in SIM Headquarters or via
E-payment.
Payment Counters in SIM HQ
The modes of payment available are cash, cheque, Nets, cash card, Visa/
MasterCard and/or Cashier/Money/Postal order. We accept up to 4 different
modes of payment combination. All payments are to be in Singapore dollars.
For cheque payment, the cheque must be crossed, and made payable to
“Singapore Institute of Management Pte Ltd”. It should not be post-dated.
For Nets payment, the daily limit is $2,000 or $3,000, depending on the bank
and your personal limit.
For credit card payment, the limit is subjected to your available balance at the
point of payment.
E-payment
Please login to SIMConnect website.
Please note that you need to submit duly completed and signed Form 12 and
PEI-Student Contract before payment can be made. All payments need to be
made before the stipulated deadline.
If you encounter any problem during e-payment, please contact Student
Services at students@sim.edu.sg for assistance.
Verification of documents
If you’re living in Singapore, bring your original documents for verification at Student
Recruitment Centre, SIM HQ Block A, Level 2, within 7 days of submitting your
application, or before the closing date, whichever is earlier.
For international applicants, please mail in the original notarised documents to SIM
for verification.
Application fees
An application fee is payable for each application form that is submitted. This fee
(inclusive of 7% GST) is non-refundable and non-transferable. The fee will be
refunded fully only if the intake does not commence. Unpaid applications will not
be processed. MasterCard / Visa credit card or eNETS can be used to pay
application fee.
Local applicants: S$96.30.
International applicants: S$321.00*
*This does not include all fees related to Student’s Pass application.
Application outcome & Acceptance of offer
Applicants will be informed by e-mail of the application outcome within one
month before the course starts. When you have received the offer, you must
go online to confirm the offer and accept the student contract document.
Application on paper forms
Paper-based application forms are only for the postgraduate programmes of
the University of Warwick and University of Birmingham. To apply for
these universities’ programmes, download a copy of the application form from
SIM GE’s web site. Fill in the form and submit with supporting documents and
application fees by hand to SIM or by mail.
Singapore Institute of Management Pte Ltd
ATTN: HE 3 Department
SIM Headquarters (Block A), 461 Clementi Road
Singapore 599491
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Private Education Act
Under the new Private Education Act, legislated in December 2009, a Council
for Private Education (CPE) was set up to regulate the private education
industry in Singapore. All Private Education Institutions (PEIs) are required to
comply with the regulations under the Act in order to continue operations.
Following are the requirements which Singapore Institute of Management Pte
Ltd (SIM PL) has put in place:
PEI-Student Contract
CPE, in aiming to enhance the confidence of students and their parents in
the quality of education in Singapore, has stipulated that all PEIs must sign
a PEI-Student Contract with students. The contract sets out the terms and
conditions governing the relationship between the student and PEI. SIM PL
will honour all terms and conditions in the contract and in all communication
materials.
Students may request for a copy of the PEI-Student Contract from SIM PL or
view it on the CPE website (www.cpe.gov.sg).
Cooling-Off Period
There will be a cooling-off period of 7 working days after signing the PEI-Student
Contract. Students have the right to cancel the contract within the 7 working
days and be refunded the highest percentage of the fees already paid if the
students submit written notice of withdrawal to SIM PL within the cooling off
period (refer to Clause 2.3 of PEI-Student Contract). After the cooling-off
period, SIM PL’s refund policy will apply.
Fee Protection Scheme
SIM PL adopts a compulsory Fee Protection Scheme (FPS) to protect the paid
fees of both local and international students. The FPS serves to protect the
student’s fees in the event that the PEI is unable to continue operations due to
insolvency, and/or regulatory closure. In addition, the FPS protects the student
if the PEI fails to pay penalties or return fees to the student arising from
judgments made against it by the Singapore courts.
SIM PL has appointed Etiqa Insurance Pte. Ltd., Lonpac Insurance Bhd and
Tokio Marine Insurance Singapore Ltd as our FPS insurance providers. Under
the FPS insurance scheme, students’ fees will be insured by the insurer
pre-assigned by SIM PL. In case of events as stated above, students will be
able to claim their paid fees from the respective FPS insurance provider.
More details of the FPS can also be found in the FPS Instruction Manual,
available at www.cpe.gov.sg.
NOTES
1. Application fee for courses is non-refundable and non-transferable.
2.
Requests for refunds arising from withdrawal and change of programme must be accompanied with an original fully completed hardcopy Student Request Form (downloadable from the SIM GE website) and supported with relevant documentary proof, where applicable.
3. Refunds (if any) will be processed within 7 working days upon:
Where transfer/withdrawal is initiated by student
a. Full submission of transfer/withdrawal request via the self-service function in SIMConnect or upon receipt of the original fully completed hardcopy Student Request Form with relevant supporting documentary proof; and
b. The approval of requests by SIM PL or Partner University.
Requests that are received after 12.00 noon would be considered as submission on the next working day.
Where withdrawal is initiated by SIM PL or due to visa permit rejection
a. The date of notification from SIM PL to students.
Medical Insurance
SIM PL has in place a group medical insurance scheme for all its students.
This medical insurance scheme will have a minimum coverage as follows: an
annual coverage limit of S$20,000 per student, covers up to B2 ward in
government and restructured hospitals and provides for 24 hours coverage in
Singapore and overseas (if student is involved in SIM PL-related activities)
throughout the course duration.
Transfer/Withdrawal Policy
For more information on medical insurance, visit
www.simge.edu.sg/ge/medicalinsurance
NOTES
Change of Programme (Transfer)
Refund Policy
Withdrawal due to non-delivery of course
SIM PL shall refund the entire Course Fees and Miscellaneous Fees already
paid by the Student if:
1. It does not commence the Course on the Course Commencement Date;
2. It terminates the Course before the Course Commencement Date;
3. It does not complete the Course by the Course Completion Date;
4. It terminates the Course before the Course Completion Date;
5. It has not ensured that the student meets the course entry or matriculation requirement as stated in Schedule A of the PEI-Student Contract within any stipulated timeline set by CPE; or
6. The Student’s Pass application (exclude renewal of student’s pass) is rejected by Immigration & Checkpoints Authority of Singapore (ICA).
Withdrawals due to other reasons
In the event that the students withdraw due to any reasons other than those
stated above, refund to students will be an amount based on the table below.
Percentage of aggregate
amount of the course fees and
where applicable, the
miscellaneous fees paid
If student’s fully completed request for
withdrawal is received:
95% Refund
More than 14 days before the course
commencement date
75% Refund
Within 14 days before the course
commencement date OR within 7 days
after the course commencement date
0% Refund
More than 7 days after the course
commencement date
Students are to put up their request for change of programme (transfer)/
withdrawal via the appropriate forms/platforms. SIM PL will acknowledge the
students’ requests in 3 working days and advise students on the final outcome
within a reasonable time frame (not more than 4 weeks).
1. Approval for change of programme will be granted on a case-by-case basis and subject to each individual meeting the course admission requirements.
2. A transfer fee may be applicable for some programmes.
3. A fresh PEI-Student Contract shall be executed between the Student and SIM PL when the change of programme request has been approved.
4. Students are deemed to have withdrawn from the original programme when the application for change of programme is approved; the refund percentage as indicated in the refund table shall apply.
5. International students who wish to change to another programme offered by SIM PL will need to submit their Student’s Pass application to Immigration and Checkpoints Authority of Singapore (ICA) for approval.
Withdrawal
1.
Transferring to another institution is deemed as a withdrawal from SIM PL. As
such, for international students who transfer to another institution, their International Student’s Pass will be cancelled. These students will have to submit photocopies of their Passport and International Student’s Pass at the Student Services Centre (SIM HQ, Blk B) within 3 working days of the transfer.
Attendance record and other relevant documentation to facilitate the transfer will be provided upon request.
Confidentiality Clause
SIM PL is committed to maintaining the confidentiality of the student’s personal
information and undertakes not to divulge any of the student’s personal
information to any third party without the prior written consent of the student
SUBJECT TO the obligation of SIM PL to disclose to any Singapore
government authority any information relating to the student in compliance with
the law and/or to the organisation conferring/awarding the qualification.
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Singapore Institute of Management (SIM Group)
Our Vision
To be the centre of excellence in education, management
development and lifelong learning
Our Mission
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Spearhead management development
Be the preferred strategic partner of corporations in optimising
human capital effectiveness
Be the choice provider of education and training
Expand SIM beyond Singapore
Our Purpose
• To open doors in life through education opportunities
Our Core Values
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Trust and Respect for the Individual
Teamwork
Open and Timely Communication
Performance Excellence
Spirit of Innovative Adventure
Our Culture
An open culture where staff trust and respect each other; embrace
change and seek ways to innovate; learn and work together as a team.
Our Commitment
To our Members
We care for our members, recognise their importance, and strive
to raise the prestige of their membership.
To our Customers
We value our customers and commit ourselves to be relevant
through continuous improvements in our products and services.
To our Employees
We care for our people by creating a conducive work environment,
helping them to balance family and work commitments, recognising
their contributions, and developing them to their full potential.
To our Community
We honour our social obligations and pledge to be a good corporate
citizen by always acting professionally and ethically in all matters.
Our Quality Policy
Quality and excellence have always been the driving force behind SIM.
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The Singapore Institute of Management (SIM Group)
is the leading private provider of higher education and professional training
in Singapore, known for its philosophy of lifelong learning and the quality of
its programmes.
Founded in 1964 on the initiative of the Economic Development Board
to support Singapore’s industrialisation, we are today a diverse and
vibrant organisation with a wide range of programmes, activities and
services.
A professional society, SIM has nearly 50,000 individual and corporate
members who enjoy a raft of learning courses, published resources and
networking events.
The SIM Group offers its services through three educational brands:
SIM University
SIM University (UniSIM) is Singapore’s only private university and its
mission is to create excellence in lifelong education through a uniquelydesigned learning experience that equips learners for a better future.
Home to more than 14,000 students, SIM University adopts a flexible
and practice-focused learning approach and offers more than 60
academic programmes in various disciplines. Eligible students taking
SIM University’s undergraduate programmes enjoy government
subsidies and access to government bursaries, tuition fee and study
loans. SIM University is a not-for-profit university and the SIM University
Education Fund has been an ‘Institution of a Public Character’ (IPC)
since September 2005.
SIM Global Education
SIM Global Education’s (SIM GE) dedication to a holistic and rigorous
education with a global perspective has established it as a leading
private education institution in Singapore. It offers over 70 tertiary
programmes ranging from its own diploma and graduate diploma
courses to Bachelor’s and Master’s programmes awarded by top
ranking and reputable universities and institutions from around the
world, including the United Kingdom, United States and Australia. Its
enrolment stands at 22,000 of full-time and part-time students and
adult learners from over 40 countries.
SIM Professional Development
SIM Professional Development (SIM PD) offers a vast selection of short
executive training programmes for individuals to hone their skills and
stay current and relevant in the fast changing world. Over 11,000
professionals benefit annually from these programmes. SIM PD’s
customised in-company training programmes have also helped
companies optimise organisational effectiveness in various fields of
management and human resource development.
SIM Student Life
24 hours in 1 day... 365 days in 1 year... 1095 days in 3 years...
Make the most of your time in SIM.
Global Learning
Student Care
Global Learning offers a full spectrum of opportunities to gain overseas
exposure. From the intellectual vibrancy of world-class academic
exchanges, to examining the economic development of global cities, to
understanding the complexities of social change; we present platforms
for you to be at the centre of global engagement.
Healthy, balanced and effective individuals are more likely to do well in
life. Student Care regularly organises programmes on healthy living,
wellness, time management, stress management and a range of other
soft skills that will boost your well-being.
Internship and Career Services
Internships bridge students and graduates into the realities of the
working world. A professional internship allows you to understand
better if your skill sets and beliefs match the culture and values of the
organisation you intend to join by offering the opportunity to test your
abilities against real-world scenarios. Gain insights into your intended
field of work in ways that will contribute value to your career in the long
run.
Career Services helps you to make the transition from academic life to
a career of choice by identifying your core strengths and interests, and
matching these to an appropriate profession. Gain insights into what
different jobs and industries offer and require through job fairs, company
visits and industry-related talks.
You can also drop in to the Student Wellness Centre to relax and
interact with SIM Peer Mentors and check out wellness resource
materials.
Student Development
Student Development supports the leadership and personal
development, artistic and athletic pursuits of our students. We believe
that these initiatives instill values, inspire creativity and expression, and
builds resilence and teamwork as key qualities for life. With more than
70 student councils and clubs, we provide ample opportunities for you
to take on leadership roles to contribute to the vibrancy of our campus.
SIM GE students posing at high element structures
Summer abroad at Korea University
SIM Job Fair 2015
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VIBES - Why Study At SIM Global Education
VIBES@SIM – The promise of a holistic learning experience that ensures success
At SIM GE, we know that it takes more than classroom excellence to inspire our students to succeed. Our approach towards
an all-rounded and holistic education experience is captured in VIBES@SIM.
Vibrancy of Student Life
Brace yourself for an exciting campus life beyond the classroom.
With almost a quarter of our students coming from over 40 countries
from around the world, our campus offers a diverse and vibrant
melting pot of talents, ideas and experiences.
In addition, round-the-year student activities from more than 70 student
clubs offer you ample opportunities to pursue your extra-curricular
interests in arts, culture, and sports and develop personal skills in
communication and leadership, at the same time helping you to build
community bonds and networks that will benefit you later in life.
Infrastructure + Technology
When it comes to equipping you for success, SIM GE ensures that
the student-centric campuses are outfitted with the latest in technology
and facilities to enhance your learning experience. SIM campuses are
enabled with high-speed wireless internet access and the latest in
technology connecting you to a wealth of information and online
services.
SIM HQ Campus
The SIM Headquarters (SIM HQ) along Clementi Road is SIM’s main
and largest campus.
IIn 2014, the expansion of SIM HQ was completed with the final
phase of the SIM Campus Development Master Plan, bringing the
total campus size to 110,000 square metres.
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Facilities include 254 lecture theatres, seminar rooms and computer
laboratories, as well as a sports hall, performing arts theatre,
multi-purpose halls, a financial training centre and a management
library. Also on campus is a student activity hub which provides a
focal point for students’ social interaction and recreation, and a
student care and wellness centre that organises programmes that
promote healthy and optimal living.
SIM Management House
Set in the tranquil residential estate of Namly Avenue, the SIM
Management House has over 20 lecture theatres and seminar rooms,
a members’ lounge and business centre that cater to membership
activities and executive development courses. It is also equipped with
a management library containing one of the most complete collections
of management-related publications in Singapore.
Blend of Culture
With a blend of 40 nationalities from across the globe, SIM GE’s
remarkable global mix of cultural diversities continues to grow.
Providing an excellent platform for cultural exchange and knowledge
sharing, a diverse student population is your gateway to
understanding how the world thinks and relates. Experience a
world-class education and a global mindset in a location that is the
epicentre of buzzing Asia.
Education Options
SIM GE offers over 70 full-time and part-time academic programmes
through more than 10 partner universities at master’s, bachelor’s,
graduate diploma and diploma levels – in areas such as arts,
business, communication, design, finance, information technology,
hospitality, management, nursing, social sciences and more.
The SIM Education Abroad Programme will enable you to experience
vibrant cross-cultural exchanges and broaden your horizons through
international industry practices, whilst grooming you to become
global-minded executives. You will also be able to sharpen your
employability by honing your soft skills in leadership and personal
effectiveness through workshops.
The promise of VIBES@SIM ensures students’ well-being and a
holistic education. Committed to the welfare of every student, SIM PL
extends support to all its students, from financial assistance schemes
to counselling services and structured processes for grievance
resolution. SIM PL also provides a 24-hour medical insurance
coverage for all its students both in Singapore, and overseas
(if students are involved in SIM-related activities) throughout the
course duration.
Information on student support services is available at
http://www.simge.edu.sg/ge/support
Stability
With a heritage in education for more than 50 years, over 149,500
strong alumni, student enrolment of over 36,000 and more than
2,000 top-notch faculty, the SIM Group is the premier organisation for
higher education and lifelong learning in Singapore and the region.
Backed by its rich history, strong reputation, global network with
reputable universities, diversity of programmes, competent faculty and
superb infrastructure, SIM GE is the premier organisation for higher
education and lifelong learning in Singapore and the region.
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Singapore Institute of Management Pte Ltd
461 Clementi Road
Singapore 599491
Tel: +65 6248 9746
Fax: +65 6462 9411
Email: study@sim.edu.sg
www.simge.edu.sg
Photo Credits
Inside front cover, Pages 1, 8, 14 and 16: Photos of UB Campus, courtesy of University at Buffalo, The State University of New York, U.S.
This brochure contains key information, accurate as at time of print on 18 January 2016.
For the most updated and complete program information, refer to our website at www.simge.edu.sg
SIM and University at Buffalo, The State University of New York reserve the right to change the information, including fees, herein at any time.
Members of The SIM Group