Singapore, 29 March 2004


Salem International University Accepts Mature Entry Students into Its MBA Programme

In an increasingly global marketplace, the need to qualify career and lifelong learning experiences becomes a necessary asset of an executive's portfoilio in order to remain competitive. Getting an American MBA is the dream of many professionals and businessmen. But for some, attaining that dream is more challenging as they do not have a bachelor degree.

An applicant who does not have a bachelor degree may be allowed into the MBA programme as a mature student. The applicant must be at least 25 years old and have worked as a supervisor or manager for three years or more.

Graduates will be trained in skills that will empower them to effectively deal with the managerial requirements of modern business practices. Students may carry on working so that the skills they have acquired can be used in on-the-job projects. The student can then better understand his particular work environment while increasing his worth to his company. Global marketplace issues make up a vital part of the programme and SIU ensures that students are competent to take part in this modern global business arena.

The SIU MBA programme places emphasis in theories of business practices, subject matter competence and thesis research. As an alternative to the traditional thesis, the MBA creates an immersion experience in an international work/internship experience. Students study how business and management function, and how they relate to the global arena. Students are also learn the functional activities of organisations, the use of analytical tools for decision-making and have an opportunity to apply them in an global setting.

To stay competitive in the global business environment, executives need only look toward the SIU MBA, American postgraduate degree with its modern business outlook.


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