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The Master of Science in Asset and Wealth Management (MAWM) is a postgraduate degree programme issued by the Nanyang Technological University (NTU), Singapore. Jointly developed by the Wealth Management Institute (WMI) and Nanyang Business School (NBS) the programme was launched to cater to the growing demand for highly-trained expertise in the asset and wealth management sectors.
Designed to groom future-ready asset and wealth management professionals, this one year programme is aligned to the latest industry skills frameworks established by the Institute of Banking and Finance Singapore (IBF). Supported by WMI’s deep industry links and domain expertise in practice-based asset and wealth management education, along with the strength of a top ranking university, the MAWM presents a leading edge curriculum that stays relevant to current and future industry.
For full programme details, please refer to MSc Asset & Wealth Management.
Leading-Edge Curriculum
The MAWM is a first of its kind in Singapore specialising in asset management and wealth management. The programme is also cross-disciplinary, tapping NTU’s globally renowned strength in computing technology and mathematical sciences, as well as social science and psychology. The Master of Science in Asset & Wealth Management is taught by outstanding academics and leading practitioners, and curated to ensure you are future-ready for these industries.
The degree is issued by NTU Singapore, a research-intensive university consistently ranked among the top in the world.
Classes In Singapore, UK, And USA
The programme takes you from Singapore to UK and USA to attend specially curated lectures by global experts at our partner universities, Imperial College Business School (London) and Chicago Booth School of Business (Chicago). You will also have the opportunity to participate in corporate visits at top international firms in New York, giving you exposure that will deepen your learning and complement topics taught in class.
Unique Work-Study Format
Our unique work-study format is designed to allow you to work while concurrently taking on the challenge of this Master’s Degree. Classes are conducted on alternate weekends, enabling easy participation by working professionals, as well as the flexibility of year-round internship placement for interns. A minimum 3-month internship is structured as part of the Master’s degree to provide you with the necessary practice experience if you are not already in the industry.
You may choose to complete the programme in a 12 month period, with classes to be held in Singapore on alternate weekends, while the overseas modules conducted in UK and USA will run for 2 consecutive weeks. You may also prefer to space out your learning, taking the programme in modules and complete within a period of 2 years for Full-Time students and 3 years for Part-Time students.
Industry As Your Faculty
You will be taught not only by outstanding academics but also leading industry practitioners who are committed to imparting practical knowledge. WMI has also partnered with top financial institutions to host high impact learning visits that are integrated with the programme to provide a truly immersive learning experience.
Distinctive Cohort
The MAWM is designed to attract a diverse and distinct cohort of students from Singapore and from further afield, giving you the opportunity to convene and create lasting networks as you study alongside professionals from banks, asset management firms, regulatory institutions, central banks, and other financial institutions from Asia and around the world.
The admission requirements for the Master of Science in Asset & Wealth Management are:
- At least 2 years of working experience
- A good Bachelor’s degree in a relevant programme
- Competitive GMAT/GMAT Focus or GRE score
- TOEFL score: > 100 or IELTS score: > 6.5, if English was not the medium of instruction used at the undergraduate level
An admissions interview will be required for shortlisted candidates.
| Next Intake | Application Opens | Interview / Selection Process | Application Closes | Matriculation | Orientation |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| July 2025 | August 2024 | 1 January 2025 - 31 March 2025 | 15 April 2025 | June 2025 | June 2025 |
Disclaimer: Travel, accommodation and other incidental expenses are not provided for in the fees. The Wealth Management Institute reserves the rights to alter the fees or make any changes to the programme as appropriate.
The MAWM is a one year programme with a unique work-study format that incorporates two overseas learning modules. Classess are conducted on alternate weekends which enables easy participation by working professionals. Participants start the programme with a set of core modules after which they will then be given the option to select electives.
NURTURING FUTURE-READY LEADERS
- Compliance, Ethics and Leadership
- Data-Science and Fintech I
- Data-Science and FinTech II
- ESG for Asset Managers
- Investment Products and Advisory
- Portfolio Management
- Reserve Management
- Wealth Planning
- Quantitative Trading Strategies (Imperial College Business School)
- Alternative Investments (The University of Chicago Booth School of Business)
BUILDING A STRONG FINANCE CORE
- Corporate Finance
- Equity and Fixed Income Analysis
- Financial Statement Analysis
- Macroeconomics; Cycles, Crises and Bubbles
ELECTIVES
- Advanced Wealth Planning, Family Office and Business Succession
- Client Relationship Management
- Cross Banking
- Financial Modelling and Quantitative Methods for Investment
- Investment Systems, Operations and Marketing
INTERNSHIP
- Full-Time students will be required to complete a (minimally) 3-months internship
PROGRAMME FEE (Academic Year 2025)
| Programme Fee | International Students (W/GST) | Singaporeans under 40 & Permanent Residents (W/GST After IBF-STS Funding) | Singaporeans 40 and above (W/GST After IBF-STS Funding) |
|---|---|---|---|
Application Fee | S$100* | ||
Miscellaneous Fee | Up to S$540** | ||
Tuition Fee | S$81,750 | S$45,750*** | S$34,950*** |
Note :
Travel, accommodation and other incidental expenses are not provided for in the fees.
*A non-refundable application fee is required upon application.
**A one-time miscellaneous fee will be billed in the first trimester.
***Fees shown are after IBF-STS funding assuming students meet the minimum academic standards outlined by IBF and are physically based in Singapore. The fees are also subject to IBF accreditation approval for all modules. The fees listed are inclusive of 9% GST and are payable in instalments. The Wealth Management Institute and the Nanyang Technological University reserves the rights to alter the fees or make any changes to the programme as appropriate. The fees are also subjected to prevailing funding subsidies and accreditation status of the modules.
The information above is correct at the time of publication. The Wealth Management Institute and the Nanyang Technological University reserve the right to amend the fees and/or terms and conditions as appropriate.