Programme at a Glance
Intake and Application
Overview
The National University of Singapore (NUS) Master of Science (Venture Creation) (MSc (Venture Creation)) is a multidisciplinary programme that draws from the expertise of:
It is an immersive graduate degree programme that combines experiential learning with the academic rigour of one of the top universities in Asia and the world.
Designed to transform mindsets and accelerate the translation of ideas into solutions, the programme targets aspiring entrepreneurs wanting to launch new ventures with success by providing mentorship in business development and access to NUS technologies, as well as opportunities to network for market access.
Gain exposure in hot topics such as Industry 4.0, digital supply chain, cybersecurity, biotechnology, medical technology and financial technology—just some of the courses offered by the six academic units and the entrepreneurial arm of NUS lending their weight to this programme.
The programme was previously marketed as the Master of Science (MSc) in Entrepreneurship.
Why This Programme?
Tap on more than 20 years of experience in nurturing entrepreneurship, with the expertise of NUS Enterprise, which spearheads such flagship initiatives as NUS Overseas Colleges and BLOCK71.
Deep dive into entrepreneurship with core/essential courses that provide all the guidance, skillsets and opportunities needed to transform ideas into viable businesses.
Build a strong technical foundation by harnessing the technical expertise of six academic departments to deepen skills and knowledge through a range of elective courses.
Application Period
An Academic Year (AY) at NUS consists of two semesters and a special term (which occurs during the Semester 2 Vacation, and is divided into two parts of six weeks duration each):
For the MSc (Venture Creation) programme, there is one application period for each AY:
| Programme | Intake | Application Dates |
|---|---|---|
| MSc (Venture Creation) | Semester 1 (Aug Intake) | 1 Nov of preceding year to 31 Jan of intake year |
Admission to the NUS MSc (Venture Creation) programme is granted on a competitive basis as places in the programme are limited. Applicants should possess the following minimum requirements:
| Academic | Bachelor's Degree (preferably with Honours) |
| Skill/Experience | Strong interest in entrepreneurship and innovation, including demonstrated involvement in entrepreneurial activities; or a background in Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM); or at least one year of working experience |
| English Language | Applicants whose native tongue is not English: Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) minimum score of 85 (Internet-based) and at least 22 for both the speaking and writing components; or, International English Language Testing System (IELTS) minimum Academic score of 6.0 and at least 6.0 for both the speaking and writing components Note: TOEFL / IELTS scores are valid for two years from the test date and should not have expired at point of application. Expired scores will not be considered for the application. |
| Other | Not Applicable |
Candidates may visit the official Educational Testing Service (ETS) website for scheduling of TOEFL/GRE tests.
Note: Resume and complete or current academic transcripts and degree scroll(s) will need to be submitted with an application. Applicants are responsible for ensuring that application information and all supporting documents are truthful and correct. NUS reserves the right to verify information provided as part of an application. False or misleading information in an application (including but not limited to test scores, resumes, certificates, transcripts, etc.) is grounds for admission rejection, revocation and/or dismissal from the University.
The NUS MSc (Venture Creation) programme is offered on the following basis (with estimated time to complete the programme indicated below):
| Full-time | 12–24 months |
| Part-time | 24–36 months |
Note: International applicants must be accepted into an approved full-time course in Singapore to apply for a Student’s Pass. For more information, refer to the Singapore Immigration & Checkpoints Authority (ICA) website.
The NUS MSc (Venture Creation) is a 40-Unit coursework-based Master’s Degree programme comprising:
Core/essential courses (28 Units), and
Elective courses (12 Units):
At least 8 Units from Specialised Electives, Up to 4 Units from General Electives.Core/Essential Courses
These courses are unique to the MSc (Venture Creation) programme. Each course may consist of pre-class readings, assignments, tests and/or projects, and online/face-to-face classes and seminars.
| Course Code | Course Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| ETP5311 | VentureX – Technopreneurship Studio | 12 |
| ETP5331 | Intellectual Property for High-Growth Ventures | 4 |
| ETP5341 | Money Matters: Finance for New Ventures | 4 |
| ETP5371 | From Garage to Growth: Managing People in Startups | 4 |
| BMS5502S | The Entrepreneur's Edge: Marketing for New Ventures | 4 |
Elective Courses
Students must complete 12 Units of elective courses, with at least 8 Units from Specialised Electives and up to 4 Units from General Electives (elective course offerings are subject to change and may not be offered every semester).
Specialised Electives
| Course Code | Course Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| ETP5322 | Agile Venture Leadership | 4 |
| ETP5381 | Carbon Market & Sustainable Financing | 4 |
| BMS5123S | Entrepreneurship Business Development | 4 |
| BMS5124S | Entrepreneurial Management | 4 |
| MT5027 | Embracing the Future: Entrepreneurship in Emerging Technologies | 4 |
| NMC5326 | Strategic Decision in Visual Storytelling | 4 |
General Electives
Business-Related
| Course Code | Course Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| BMS5117 | Game Theory for Managers | 4 |
| BMS5122 | Legal Fundamentals for Entrepreneurs & Managers | 4 |
| BMS5125 | Sustainability Strategy | 4 |
| BMS5205 | Business Analytics | 4 |
| BMS5313 | Empowering and Financing Positive Impact Creation | 4 |
| BMS5410 | Negotiation and Conflict Management | 4 |
| BMS5415 | Org 2.0: People Analytics for Organisations | 4 |
| BMS5416 | Managing Across Cultures | 4 |
| BMS5506 | Understanding & Influencing Consumers | 4 |
| BMS5515 | Personal Selling & Sales Management | 4 |
| BMS5519 | Services Marketing | 4 |
Management of Technology-Related
| Course Code | Course Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| MT5006 | Strategic & New Product Development | 4 |
| MT5007 | Management of Technological Innovation | 4 |
Technology-Related
| Course Code | Course Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| CS5228 | Knowledge Discovery and Data Mining | 4 |
| CS5242 | Neural Networks and Deep Learning | 4 |
| CS5322 | Database Security | 4 |
| CS5425 | Big Data Systems for Data Science | 4 |
| CS5439 | Software Security | 4 |
| DOS5021 | Managing the Digital Supply Chain | 4 |
| DOS5022 | Data Analytics for Smart Industries | 4 |
| DOS5024 | Strategic Procurement in a Digital World | 2 |
| IS5007 | Strategising for Global IT-enabled Business Success | 4 |
| IS5116 | Digital Entrepreneurship | 4 |
| IS5126 | Hands-on with Applied Analytics | 4 |
| IS5128 | Digital Innovation | 4 |
| MDG5236 | Pathways to Biomedical Innovation and Enterprise† | 2 |
| MDG5237 | Biomedical Innovation Capstone† | 2 |
| ST5227 | Applied Statistical Learning | 4 |
For more details about the courses (e.g. laboratory-based or not, subsidy status), please click here.
View study schedule.
Note: Courses are subject to change. For more information about the courses listed above (as well as other courses offered in the current academic year), please visit NUSMODS.
To graduate from the NUS MSc (Venture Creation) programme, students must meet the following requirements:
| Programme and/or Specialisation | Read and pass a total of 40 Units, comprising: 28 Units of core/essential courses, and 12 Units of elective courses: At least 8 Units from Specialised Electives, Up to 4 Units from General Electives. |
| Course and/or Qualification | Not Applicable |
| Grade Point Average (GPA) | Minimum 3.0 (out of maximum 5.0)
Please see also the University’s minimum standards for Continuation and Graduation Requirements. Specific programmes may implement stricter or additional requirements. |
| Other | Any other additional requirements that may be prescribed by the Programme Management Committee for MSc (Venture Creation), or the University. |
The University reserves all rights to review fees as necessary and adjust accordingly without prior notice.
| Tuition | S$60,000.00
(excluding GST) /
Note: The tuition fees for this programme are payable based on the number of Units taken in a semester. The amount stated above is for 40 Units. Students who are required to take more than 40 Units for programme completion may be subjected to additional tuition fees. |
| Application | S$150.00 (excluding GST) / S$163.50 (including 9% GST) Non-refundable and non-transferable |
| Acceptance | S$5,000.00 (excluding GST) / Payable upon acceptance of offer Non-refundable and non-transferable Will be credited towards tuition fees |
| Miscellaneous Student Fees | As published by Office of the University Registrar
Payable every regular semester |
Scholarships & Financial Assistance
Master of Science (Venture Creation) Scholarship
NUS Master's by Coursework Enhanced Tuition Fee Rebate
NUS Master's Degree by Coursework Tuition Fee Rebate
SkillsFuture Level-Up Programme
SkillsFuture Singapore (SSG) Tuition Fee Subsidies
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