Overview
The Business (Operations Management) programme at Singapore Management University emphasises theoretical research with practical relevance.
Students are expected to complete rigorous coursework, collaborate closely with the Operations Management faculty members and attend regular research seminars.
Features
- Students will also have opportunities to interact with renowned visiting scholars from different parts of the world.
Programme Structure
Curriculum:
- Business
- Operations Management
Admission requirements
Academic requirements
We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
English requirements
TOEFL iBT: 93
Other requirements
General requirements
- Copy of Identity Card/Passport
- Cover Letter and Latest Curriculum Vitae with a recent photograph
- Copies of Degree Certificates and Transcripts
- Statement of Purpose (please include your purpose for getting a PhD in our programme and also list faculty members you are most interested in working with).
- Referee Reports
- Writing Samples
Fees and funding
Tuition Fees
- International (Non-residents): 28,160 AUD / year ≈ 25,100 SGD / year
- Domestic (Citizens or residents): 12,678 AUD / year ≈ 11,300 SGD / year
Living costs — Singapore
2,107-4,353 AUD / month
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Scholarships
Below you will find PhD's scholarship opportunities for Business (Operations Management).
Available Scholarships
- Fulbright U.S. Student Program — Grant: Various benefits; Deadline: 07 Oct 2026; Provider: U.S. government
- ServiceScape Scholarship — Grant: 1000 USD; Deadline: 30 Nov 2026; Provider: ServiceScape
- ACES Scholarships — Grant: 3500 USD; Deadline: 15 Nov 2026; Provider: ACES Education Fund
- Erasmus+ - Grants for study mobility — Grant: Various benefits; Deadline: Not specified; Merit-based; Provider: OeAD, Austria's Agency for Education and Internationalisation
- Voice Talent Online Scholarship — Grant: 1000 USD; Deadline: 01 Mar 2027; Provider: Voice Talent Online
- $1,500 Annual Video Contest Scholarship — Grant: 1000 USD; Deadline: 31 Oct 2026; Merit-based; Provider: IvyPanda
- Dream Chaser Scholarship — Grant: 1000 USD; Deadline: 13 Jan 2027; Merit-based; Provider: Salvado Law
- Scholarship for students with disabilities — Grant: 3000 USD; Deadline: 31 Dec 2026; Need-based; Provider: Anonymous Hope Fund
- The Annual IELTS from 6 to 9 Scholarship — Grant: 1500 USD; Deadline: Not specified; Provider: IELTS from 6 to 9
- Tobacco Harm Reduction Scholarship Programme — Grant: 12000 USD; Deadline: 11 Jan 2027; Provider: The Tobacco Harm Reduction Scholarship Programme
Key information
Duration
- Full-time: 60 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- Starting August 2027
- Apply before Dec 2026
Language
English — TOEFL iBT: 93
Delivered
On Campus
Campus Location
Singapore, Singapore
Disciplines
Operations and Quality Management