Message from MAF Director

Dr Chan Soon Huat

Senior Lecturer of Finance
Academic Director, Master of Science in Applied Finance Programme
Singapore Management University

Welcome to the SMU Master of Science in Applied Finance (MAF) programme. Over the past decade, our SMU-MAF programme has successfully produced hundreds of graduates who have played vital roles as competent and qualified finance professionals in the vibrant and dynamic global financial hub of Singapore and abroad. As the Academic Director of the MAF programme, the full-time programme is designed for those who aspire to acquire the cutting edge financial theory and knowledge required by the industry and the necessary applied and practical skillsets and tools. The courses are taught by both full-time and adjunct professors with deep industry experience coupled with quality teaching. 

We invite you to contact us and learn more about what the MAF programme has to offer.

Dr John SEQUEIRA

Associate Professor of Finance
Academic Director, Master of Science in Applied Finance Programme (Part-time)
Singapore Management University

Thank you for taking the time to find out more about the MAF programme. We are proud of the many accolades that the MAF has achieved over the years. That was only made possible by the commitment and professionalism of a very strong SMU team that works together to welcome each and every MAF student as part of our SMU family. The well-being and progress of our students matters greatly to us, and so we would like to invite you to find out more and explore this exciting academic journey with us.

The financial sector is a dynamic and demanding field, yet offers a pathway to a greatly rewarding and fulfilling career. The MAF is carefully designed and masterfully crafted with professionals like you in mind. Changes are taking place constantly and the MAF is continually aligning with the demands of industry to ensure that we do our best to prepare you for what’s ahead.

The best is yet to come! We look forward to hearing from you.

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Lee Kong Chian School of Business
Postgraduate Admissions

Singapore Management University
Lee Kong Chian School of Business
Graduate Programmes Office, Level 4
50 Stamford Road, Singapore 178899

Tel: +65 6828 0882

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The Botanist Lounge & Bar
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JimBARan Lounge, Ayana Midplaza Jakarta
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