SMU Academy

We are pleased to kick off the start of Academic Year 2026 with the 6th intake of Singapore Management University's Industry Practice Master of Digital Economy (IPMDE). This milestone marks another step forward for our growing IPMDE community.

As we welcome our newest learners, we also celebrate the continued progress of our existing cohorts, whose diverse experiences, ideas and contributions continue to enrich our learning community and shape the future of the digital economy.

With new connections, fresh perspectives and exciting opportunities ahead, we look forward to another meaningful year of learning and growth for the IPMDE community.

In today’s fast-changing business landscape, effective communication is about more than delivering a message. It’s about engaging audiences, influencing decisions and driving meaningful outcomes.

Join our upcoming info session with Clement Ng, Managing Director & Chief Training Officer at Wise Maven Consulting Group, as he introduces Persuasive Strategic Communication for Business Growth in the Digital Age and shares how storytelling can strengthen communication, engage audiences and influence decisions.

🗓️ 21 Sep 2026
⏱️ 6.30 - 7.30pm
📍 Online via Zoom

Register now to secure your spot: https://academy.smu.edu.sg/events/info-session-persuasive-strategic-communication-business-growth-digital-age

Join our upcoming info sessions to learn more about the Industry Practice Master of Digital Economy (IPMDE) and Industry Graduate Diploma (IGD)!

Hear from Professor Gary Pan, Associate Provost (Lifelong Learning), and discover how you can blend academic excellence with hands-on, industry-relevant learning

Enjoy up to 90% SWDA funding for SWDA-funded programmes, and further offset up to $4,000 with SkillsFuture Credit (Mid-Career) for modules in the IGD. T&Cs apply.

Join us on:

📅 3 Sep, 2, 15 & 29 Oct 2026
⏱️ 12 – 1.30pm
📍 Online via Zoom

We look forward to seeing you online!

Register now: https://academy.smu.edu.sg/events/info-session-industry-practice-master-digital-economy-and-industry-graduate-diploma

A warm welcome to our newest cohort for our Industry Practice Master of Digital Economy and Industry Graduate Diplomas!

We are heartened to see the continued growth of our learning community and the increasing interest from professionals looking to deepen their expertise and take the next step in their development.

We look forward to seeing the connections, perspectives and experiences they will build along the way. Here’s to a rewarding learning journey ahead.

We were honoured to partner with Bank of Maldives (BML) to deliver the SMU-BML Advancing Board Excellence: Impact Lab (Leadership, Transformation and Sustainable Impact) from 11–13 August.

Bringing together BML's Board of Directors and senior leaders, the programme featured expert-led dialogues, case discussions and learning visits focused on leadership, governance, strategic transformation, sustainability and stewardship to strengthen board effectiveness.

It was a privilege to welcome Mr Ahmed Ali Habeeb, Chairperson of BML, together with the Board and management.

Our sincere appreciation to our distinguished facilitators, Ms Joanne Flinn, Dr Fermin Diez and Mr Robin Speculand, as well as Mr Jack Lim, Executive Director of SMU Academy, for opening the programme.

We look forward to building on this partnership and supporting more leaders in driving organisational excellence and impact.

All smiles, cheers and Singapore spirit!

SMU Academy came together with our wider family to celebrate Singapore’s 61st birthday at our annual National Day Observance Ceremony 2026.

Happy 61st Birthday, Singapore! ❤️🇸🇬