Master of Science (Management of Technology and Innovation)
How do companies and organizations gain sustainable competitive advantage through technology and innovation? How do companies and organizations create, capture and deliver value through technology? These are the fundamental questions we seek to address in the Master of Science in Management of Technology and Innovation (MOTI) programme.
The MOTI programme is designed to provide engineers, scientists and business professionals having a background or interest in technology with the cutting edge knowledge, frameworks and tools of innovation and technology management. The emphasis is on the effective anticipation, creation, and use of technology to innovate products and processes to accomplish the strategic and operational objectives of an organization. The need for MOTI training at the postgraduate level has been well recognised by leading organizations and top universities around the world. Taught by world-class faculty and industry leaders, the topics covered include innovation and intellectual property management, disruption and evolution of technology, technology strategy and forecasting, new product development, venture creation, entrepreneurial strategy and finance, and many more.
For careers in research and development (R&D), the MSc MOTI will prepare you to be a proactive member of your R&D department and accelerate your development as an effective manager and leader. For non-R&D careers such as corporate development and planning, data analytics, finance, marketing, logistics, technology transfer, design and manufacturing, the programme will prepare you to be a future leader in a technology-enabled organization and open doors to new and exciting opportunities. For aspiring entrepreneurs, you will be able to learn how to create new ventures and use salient entrepreneurial and technology strategies in an immersive and interactive environment.
Domain-specific focus in the programme is also available if you wish to deepen your understanding in any of the following areas of specialisation:
- Innovation & Entrepreneurship (I&E)
- Data Analytics for Innovation Management (DAIM)
- Product Management and Digital Strategy (PMDS)
CurriculumÂ
| Degree Requirements | At least 40 units – typically ten courses | |
|---|---|---|
| Candidature | Full-time^ | minimum 1 year – maximum 2 years |
| Part-time | minimum 2 years – maximum 4 years | |
| Continuation Requirements | https://cde.nus.edu.sg/graduate/graduate-programmes-by-coursework/graduation-requirements/ | |
| Graduation Requirements | GPA#Â of at least 3.00 (equivalent to an average of B-) for a general MSc MOTI degree
GPA# of at least 3.50 (equivalent to an average of B) for a MSc MOTI degree with area of specialisation in I&E, DAIM or PMDS |
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^If you are an international applicant who does not have permanent residency in Singapore, you are eligible to apply only for the full-time programme; if offered admission, you will be registered as a full-time student.
#Grade Point Average (GPA) – students that obtain a GPA of less than 3.00 but at least 2.25 will receive a Graduate Diploma.
Area of Specialisation
To graduate with an Area of Specialisation (AOS), you will need to complete at least 16 units from core courses and at least 16 units from the AOS basket. You may double-count a course as fulfilling both core and AOS if they fall in both categories. The remaining units can be from the core or elective courses.
To be considered for the award of specialisation, a student must complete a minimum of 40 units with a graduating GPA of at least 3.50. Upon successful completion of the AOS, the specialisation will be reflected in your official transcript.
Innovation & Entrepreneurship (I&E)
- MT5008 Internal and Collaborative Corporate Entrepreneurship
- MT5023 Technology-Based Entrepreneurial Strategy
- MT5026 Experiential Learning: Applied Project
- MT5911 Venture Capital Funding for TechVenture
- MT5912 Frugal Innovation
- MT5913 Techlaunch – Experiential Entrepreneurship
- MT5920 Enterprise Development
- MT5027 Embracing the future: Entrepreneurship in Emerging Technologies
Data Analytics for Innovation Management (DAIM)
- IE5005 Data Analytics For Industrial Engineers (compulsory)
- MT5010 Technology Forecasting, Intelligence & Foresighting
- MT5024 Maximising Innovation Value through Patent Analytics
- IE5002 Applied Engineering Statistics
- IE5203 Decision Analysis
Product Management and Digital Strategy (PMDS)
- MT5006 Value Creation Through Product Development
- MT5020 Managing the Human Elements of Technology Management
- MT5021 Creativity and Problem-Solving Skills
- MT5022 Digital Disruption and Technology Strategy
- MT5026 Experiential Learning: Applied Project
- MT5027 Embracing the future: Entrepreneurship in Emerging Technologies
- MT5922 Concepts and Application of Engineering Leadership
- IE5121 Quality Planning and Management
- IE5213 Service Innovation and Management
Global Exposure
Exciting overseas opportunities await budding entrepreneurs through the NUS Overseas College (NOC) Short Programmes. Once selected, you will register for MT5966 and 2 other courses at the partner universities while interning at one of the overseas tech start-ups. For more information, please visit https://enterprise.nus.edu.sg/educate/nus-overseas-colleges/programmes.
Timetable
Courses are typically taught on weekday evenings from 6-9pm over 13 weeks. Exams may be held during working hours on weekdays.
Courses
Students have to complete at least 16 units from core courses. The remaining 24 units can be from the core or elective courses. All courses are 4 units unless otherwise indicated.
*Please take note not all courses will be offered.
AdmissionsÂ
| Eligibility | A Bachelor’s degree with 2nd class honours or its equivalent in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) or business discipline with relevant technology experience from an institution of recognised standing.  This is a minimum requirement which does not guarantee admission; selection is on a competitive basis. |
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| English Requirement | TOEFL (internet-based test)> 85 or IELTS (academic)> 6.0 is required if your first language is not English. You may be waived from this requirement if you have completed your degree programme taught entirely in English, situated in an English speaking country, for example (non-exhaustive list) Australia, Canada, Hong Kong, India, New Zealand, Philippines, Singapore, United Kingdom, USA. Â The TOEFL/IELTS result is only valid for 2 years after the test and should be valid at the beginning of the application period. |
| Work Experience | At least 1-2 years’ preferred. |
| Other Supporting Documents | A 1-page personal statement stating your interest and motivation to join the programme and how it can benefit your career and personal development. GMAT or GRE score is highly encouraged (but not required) to be attached with your application to receive priority consideration. |
| Intake Semester | August 2024 |
| Application Period | 01 October 2023 – 31 March 2024 |
| Outcome Release Date | Mid May 2024 Applicants who demonstrate outstanding credentials would be considered for early admission. |
| Application instructions | https://cde.nus.edu.sg/graduate/graduate-programmes-by-coursework/application-to-graduate-coursework-programmes/ |
Fees and Financial Information
The full programme fee for Academic Year (AY) 2024/25 is illustrated in the following table. Programme fees are reviewed yearly and thus subjected to revisions. Payment schedule, due on the first week of every semester, is as follows:
| Full Programme Fees
(inclusive of GST) |
Acceptance Fee
(inclusive of 9% GST) |
1st semester
(inclusive of 9% GST) |
2nd semester
(inclusive of 9% GST) |
3rd semester
(inclusive of 9% GST) |
4th semester
(inclusive of 9% GST) |
|
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Full-time Students | S$55,590.00 | S$5,450.00 | S$25,070.00 | S$25,070.00 | N.A. | N.A. |
| Part-Time Students | S$55,590.00 | S$5,450.00 | S$12,535.00 | S$12,535.00 | S$12,535.00 | S$12,535.00 |
- The fees listed are in Singapore Dollars (S$) and inclusive of 9% GST from 2024 onwards*
- A non-refundable application fee of S$109 (inclusive of 9% GST*) must accompany your online application.
- Payment of fees will be on an instalment basis, paid over 2 semesters for full-time students and (up to) 4 semesters for part-time students. Complete fee must be paid before a student can graduate from the programme.
- Students need to separately pay for Miscellaneous Student Fee (MSF) directly to the University on a semester basis. Fees are reviewed annually. For the latest Miscellaneous student fees, please refer to Office of the University Registrar’s website here.
- Acceptance Fee of S$5,450 (inclusive of 9% GST*) – which will be credited towards your programme fees – is payable upon acceptance into the programme. Fee is non-refundable and non-transferable.
- Students may utilise SkillsFuture Credit (SFC) to offset tuition fees:Â https://www.myskillsfuture.gov.sg/content/portal/en/training-exchange/course-directory/course-detail.html?courseReferenceNumber=TGS-2022011754
Refer to the SFC application guide here:Â https://www.nus.edu.sg/finance/students/student-finance-matters.html - Programme fee is for 40 units only. To graduate, a student has to complete 40 units. Students reading more than 40 units will incur additional prorated programme fees (without subsidy/rebate) at the prevailing rate of the Academic Year in which the course is read.
- Programme fees do not include the cost of recommended textbooks and readings.
- The cost of travel, accommodation and miscellaneous expenses are not included and are to be borne by the participant. For an estimated cost of living, please click here.
* Applicants who applied on and before 31 December 2023 will pay $108 and $5,400 (inclusive of 8% GST) for application and acceptance fee respectively
AY2024/2025 Fee Rebate
Fee rebates will be awarded to deserving applicants based on merit. Applicants will be notified of their awarded fee rebate quantum after they received their offer letter.
| Nationality | Fee Rebate |
|---|---|
| Singapore Citizen (SC) | Up to 65% of Programme Fees |
| Singapore Permanent Residents (SPR) | Up to 50% of Programme Fees |
| ASEAN | Up to 40% of Programme Fees, for top students |
| International | Up to 30% of Programme Fees, for top students |
# actual quantum of fee rebate depends on academic merit.
All NUS Alumni will receive a minimum 40% tuition fee rebate.
All Non-NUS Alumni SC and SPR will receive a minimum 40% tuition fee rebate.
Illustration of Programme Fees with fee rebates
| Programme Fees with fee rebate
(inclusive of GST) |
Acceptance Fee
(inclusive of 9% GST) |
1st semester
(inclusive of 9% GST) |
2nd semester
(inclusive of 9% GST) |
3rd semester
(inclusive of 9% GST) |
4th semester
(inclusive of 9% GST) |
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|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 65% fee rebate | Full-time Students | S$19,456.50 | S$5,450 | S$7,003.25 | S$7,003.25 | N.A. | N.A. |
| Part-Time Students | S$19,456.50 | S$5,450 | S$3,501.63 | S$3,501.63 | S$3,501.63 | S$3,501.63 | |
| 50% fee rebate | Full-time Students | S$27,795.00 | S$5,450 | S$11,172.50 | S$11,172.50 | N.A. | N.A. |
| Part-Time Students | S$27,795.00 | S$5,450 | S$5,586.25 | S$5,586.25 | S$5,586.25 | S$5,586.25 | |
| 40% fee rebate | Full-time Students | S$33,354.00 | S$5,450 | S$13,952.00 | S$13,952.00 | N.A. | N.A. |
| Part-Time Students | S$33,354.00 | S$5,450 | $6,976.00 | $6,976.00 | $6,976.00 | $6,976.00 | |
| 30% fee rebate | Full-time Students | S$38,913.00 | S$5,450 | S$16,731.50 | S$16,731.50 | N.A. | N.A. |
| Part-Time Students | S$38,913.00 | S$5,450 | S$8,365.75 | S$8,365.75 | S$8,365.75 | S$8,365.75 | |
Tuition Fees and Curriculum information for previous intakes
Qn: I do not have a 2nd class honours, can I still apply?
Yes, you may apply. Considerations will be given for relevant work experience. We may also call you for an interview if necessary.
Qn: What is the typical class profile?
Majority of our students are aged between 22 to 35.
Qn: What is the difference between full-time and part-time if all the classes are held in the evenings?
A full-time student can take up to 20 units (or typically 5 courses) per semester, hence, they will study one course per weekday. A part-time student is limited to half of a full-time student’s workload, and will only be able to study up to a maximum of 12 units (or typically up to 3 courses) per semester.
Qn: What are the job prospects after attaining this degree? Will NUS help with job placements?
Some of the common job prospects are technology and IP managers, management consultants, business and financial analysts, and promotion to middle or senior management job roles in a wide range of industries leveraging technology and innovation for competitive advantages. There will be career fairs organised by the NUS Centre for Future-ready Graduates to help you connect with potential employers.
Qn: Can I opt for more than 1 area of specialisation?
You may only graduate with 1 area of specialisation, hence it is important for you to choose the right one from the start so as not to delay your graduation.
Qn: Can I opt out of the specialisation after selecting it?
Yes, you may change or opt out of the specialisation at the start of every new semester during course registration exercise. However, it is important to select the correct specialisation in your graduating semester as it will affect your graduation eligibility.
Students who have completed 40 units and fulfilled the general MSc MOTI degree but not the AOS will have their AOS dropped and be graduated with the general MSc MOTI degree automatically.
Qn: How do I file for graduation?
Students will be automatically graduated once they have completed 40 units and fulfilled the general MSc MOTI degree or the AOS, whichever is earlier. There is no need to file for graduation. Conferment will be on either 31 January (end of semester 1) or 30 June (end of semester 2). You may refer to Registrar’s website on more details of conferment, student status letter, transcripts & scrolls, and other actions required upon conferment.
If you have any questions or require more information, please contact Mr Jeffrey Tng at pg_isem@nus.edu.sg.