FAQs 常见问题
Q1: Is an entrance examination required for admission? 申请入学是否需要参加考试?
Applicants are required to undergo a review of their application materials and a comprehensive interview assessment, with no written examination. The interview will be jointly conducted by professors from SMU and Fudan University, focusing on evaluating the applicant's management experience, research potential, and overall capabilities.
申请人需通过材料审核与综合面试评估,无需参加笔试。面试将由SMU和复旦大学的教授共同主持,重点考察申请人的管理经验、研究潜力及综合素质。
Q2: What is the class schedule like?上课安排是怎么样的?
The SMU-Fudan DBA(Tech) Programme has a duration of four years. The first two years consist of intensive classes held every three to six months for 3-4 days, while the third and fourth years focus primarily on doctoral dissertation research. The program adopts a dual-city teaching model, with classes held at the Fudan University School of Economics (Shanghai) and Singapore Management University (Singapore), integrating academic resources and practical advantages from both Eastern and Western contexts.
新加坡管理大学-复旦大学工商管理博士—科技专业DBA(Tech)项目课程学制为四年,前两年每三至六个月集中授课3-4天,第三、四年以博士论文研究为主。课程采用双城教学模式,授课地点分别为复旦大学经济学院(上海)和新加坡管理大学(新加坡),融合中西学术资源与实践优势。
Q3: What is the curriculum structure? 课程内容有哪些?
The SMU-Fudan DBA(Tech) Programme includes core courses, elective courses, and practical modules, covering topics such as AI, data science, Web3, data governance, cybersecurity, management theory, leadership and digital transformation, innovation in fintech, tech-driven financial markets. It is complemented by a module in research design & methods and competency workshops. (For more details, please refer to the course description.)
新加坡管理大学-复旦大学工商管理博士—科技专业DBA(Tech)项目课程包含核心课程、选修课程及实践模块,涵盖人工智能、数据科学、Web3、数据治理、网络安全、管理理论、领导力与数字化转型、金融科技创新、科技驱动的金融市场等主题。课程还辅以研究设计与方法模块及能力提升工作坊。(详情请参阅课程说明。)
Q4: What is the language of instruction and what are the English language proficiency criteria? 授课语言是什么,对英语水平有什么要求?
The SMU-Fudan DBA(Tech) Programme will be delivered in Chinese and English (accompanied by simultaneous interpretation). There are no special English language requirements.
新加坡管理大学-复旦大学工商管理博士—科技专业DBA(Tech)项目课程将使用中文与英语(配同声翻译)授课。对英语无特殊要求。
Q5: What certification is awarded upon completion of the SMU-Fudan DBA(Tech) Programme? 完成新加坡管理大学-复旦大学工商管理博士—科技专业DBA(Tech)项目学业后颁发什么证书?
Upon completion of the required credits and successful defense of the doctoral dissertation, students will be awarded the Doctor of Business Administration (Technology) conferred by Singapore Management University.
修满学分并通过博士论文答辩后,可获得由Doctor of Business Administration (Technology)学位。
Q6: What is included in the programme tuition fee?该课程的学费包含什么?
The tuition fee covers coursework instruction, teaching materials and handouts, dissertation supervision, and dissertation defense fees. Travel and accommodation expenses for overseas modules, as well as all personal expenses, are to be borne by the student. If translation service is required during dissertation defense, the student needs to pay for the service.
学费包含课程学习、教材讲义费、论文指导费、答辩费等。国外模块的差旅费用需自理。个人费用均自行负责。若在论文答辩期间需要翻译服务,学生需自行支付相关费用。
Q7: What is the policy if the dissertation is not completed within four years? 若4年内无法完成论文/毕业,该怎么处理?
If a student is unable to complete the dissertation or meet graduation requirements within the standard four-year period due to exceptional circumstances, an application for graduation extension up to six years may be submitted. The extension must be approved by the faculty, and the duration and associated fees will be governed by the programme's regulations. The faculty will continue to provide mentorship and resources to support the student in successfully completing their studies and meeting the graduation requirements.
若学生因特殊原因无法在4年内完成论文或满足毕业要求,可申请延期毕业最长至6年。延期需经学院审批,延长期限及相关费用将按照项目培养规定执行。学院将提供持续的导师指导与资源支持,帮助学生顺利完成学业并达到毕业标准。
Q8: What is the recognition or accreditation status of the Doctor of Business Administration (Technology) degree? Doctor of Business Administration (Technology) 学位的认可与认证状况如何
The degree is conferred by Singapore Management University (SMU), one of Asia’s leading institutions, renowned globally for its academic excellence and international outlook. The Doctor of Business Administration (Technology) degree awarded by SMU is widely recognized in both the global business and academic communities. Whether for senior executives seeking career advancement or for those aiming to pursue academic or research roles in universities and institutions, the degree serves as a highly valuable academic and professional credential.
该学位由新加坡管理大学(SMU)授予,作为亚洲顶尖学府之一,SMU以其卓越的学术声誉和国际化影响力享誉全球。其Doctor of Business Administration (Technology)学位在国际企业界和学术界均广受认可,无论是企业高管寻求职业突破,还是计划进入高校或研究机构深耕学术,该学位都将成为一份极具价值的学术与职业背书。