Double Degree
Two MBA degrees from two top-ranked B-Schools in Europe and Asia and access to two outstanding alumni and corporate networks: All in 14 months
The University of St.Gallen and Singapore's Nanyang Technological University have joined forces by offering an MBA double degree programme.
The 14 month programme is taught both in Switzerland and Singapore and is an optional addition to the St.Gallen MBA. Students from around the world will now have the unique opportunity to participate in a truly international double degree MBA programme studying on location in Switzerland and Singapore, ranked the 1st and 5th most competitive economies in the World (World Economic Forum, Global Competitiveness Report 2006-2007).
Participants on the programme will benefit from an enhanced MBA experience, under the guidance of two leading MBA faculties and learning from some of the top industry specialists in Europe and Asia. Graduates will also enjoy access to two exclusive alumni networks, providing unrivalled access to contacts and potential employment opportunities in both Europe and Asia.
Details
The total study time frame for the Double degree is 14 months from September until the following November.
The Singapore based study must include 2 trimesters of study including at least 8 modules and a Business Study Mission (may be substituted for an additional 2 modules).
All participants are required to attend graduation in person in St.Gallen.
Tuition fees
St.Gallen: CHF 50,000 (approx. SG$ 70,400*)
Nanyang: SG$ 27,500 (approx. CHF 19,400*) - For actual price please consult NTU website
Total Cost: CHF 69,400 (SG$ 97,900*)
*exchange rates as of Oct 2011
Participants will be charged on a trimester basis in Nanyang for two trimesters plus the enrolment deposit of 1,000 SGD. Fees may increase in future years and applicants should confirm the actual cost of study with Nanyang at the time of application.
The loan programme offered to St.Gallen MBA participants would also extend to those participants that choose to do the double degree, however only covering the cost of study in St.Gallen. For more details on the loan programme for double degree participants, please contact our Admission Manager at mba@unisg.ch.
Additional Costs
The above costs include only the cost of tuition at both institutions. Participants are responsible for all additional travel and living costs incurred in the programme. We recommend that participants allow for an additional CHF 25,000 to other costs (including flights) for the 14-month programme.
Nanyang Technological University (NTU)
NTU's Nanyang Business School is the rising star among Asian business schools recently being ranked 2nd and 3rd in Asia respectively by the Financial Times and the Economist Intelligence Unit. In less than 10 years, the school's business programs have earned worldwide recognition, with graduates accepted by the global business community and its degrees recognized by reputable overseas universities.
Application Process
In order to gain admission to the Double MBA Degree, a full online application must be submitted to both institutions. In order to guarantee a place on the Double Degree, we recommend that you submit both applications before accepting a place. If you are undecided about whether to take the Double Degree option, we recommend waiting until you arrive in St.Gallen in September to talk to our staff before submitting an application to the Double Degree.