What is NBS’ holistic approach to teaching that equips our accountancy and business undergraduates with a positive, can-do mindset?

What enables NBS undergraduates to go forward and innovate for the future, forge new paths, and become globally-minded leaders?

Hear from our distinguished speakers on how NBS combines first-class research with an internationally-recognised undergraduate education in accountancy and business.

Get ahead with our NBS Advantage.

• Full Playlist of Recordings
• Welcome Address by Professor Christina Soh, Dean, College of Business (Nanyang Business School)
• Opening Address by A/P Lum Kit Wye, Associate Dean (Undergraduate Student Life), College of Business (Nanyang Business School)
• Alumni Sharing by Goh Duo Geng, Double Degree, Class of 2018, Nanyang Business School
• Alumni Sharing by Edward Yee, Double Degree, Class of 2019, Nanyang Business School
• Fireside Chat with Nanyang Business School: Panel Discussion

Interested to join the exciting merging world of Data Science/Artificial Intelligence and Accounting? Curious about the career prospects of the new Double Degree in Accountancy and Data Science and Artificial Intelligence (ACDA) graduates? Watch the video below and you will be able to:

• Understand the exciting trend in the merging of Accounting and Data Science & Artificial Intelligence (DSAI).
• Know more about the new Double Degree in Accountancy and DSAI.
• Learn from senior students their experiences in the Accountancy degree and the DSAI degree.

Thinking of pursuing a double degree such as the Bachelor of Accountancy & Bachelor of Science in Data Science and Artificial Intelligence? Or perhaps a second major in Entrepreneurship or a Minor in International Trading to integrate knowledge, skills and insights from different disciplines? Learn about the options available to NBS students. Learn how NBS helps you to achieve your goals and aspirations. In NBS, we take into account students' passions, interests and strengths. We welcome all students with exceptional talents and achievements. We look beyond academic competence.

• NBS Virtual Open House 2021 Session 1
• NBS Virtual Open House 2021 Session 2

Are you having a hard time choosing an undergraduate degree? Accountancy vs Business : Which should you study?
What are the qualities that NBS looks for in students? What’s a day in the life of an NBS student?
Our students are here to share their experiences and tell you all about life at NBS.

• NBS Virtual Open House 2021 - Meet the students

NBS offers the best Accountancy programme and Business specialisation options for our students, opening doors to many opportunities and career pathways. Passionate about Accountancy, Business but not sure which one is the right one for you?

• Accountancy
• Actuarial Science
• Banking and Finance
• Banking and Finance (International Trading Programme)
• Business Analytics
• Human Resource Consulting
• Marketing
• Risk Management and Insurance

• Accountancy
• Actuarial Science
• Banking and Finance
• Banking and Finance (International Trading Programme)
• Business Analytics
• Human Resource Consulting
• Marketing
• Risk Management and Insurance

• Q: Are there any prerequisites for the Double Degree in Accountancy and Data Science & Artificial Intelligence?
  A: No pre-requisites are required and we welcome all to apply
• Q: Do you need to have knowledge about business before you apply for this course?
  A: No, you do not need to have any to apply for our Business programme.
• Q: I study in a CBSE curriculum and my final exams have been postponed because of Covid-19 so I'll will be getting my results only during mid-July. Will there be any extension for the admission offer deadlines?
  A: You may proceed to apply during the next application cycle. As for Indian Standard 12 students, application is open until 19 March 2021. However, do remember to submit your actual Indian Standard 12 results within 3 days of release of results in July. You will be informed of your outcome in July upon receipt of your results.
• Q: What is Aptitude-based Admisisons (ABA)?
  A: At NBS, we embrace diversity and look out for students with achievements outside of the classroom (a more holistic approach). We look beyond grades and will take into account your talents, passion and commitment to the society.
• Q: What are some examples of special talents or accomplishments?
  A: Achievements and proven track records in certain areas outside of the classroom related to your CCAs, etc. This includes talents such as being a national athlete and passion such as being active in the Singapore Arts scene. Other than these, we also welcome students who are actively giving back to the community and voluntarily participating and contributing back to the society. Entrepreneurs are also welcomed!
• Q: Can people below IGP get a chance to be in NTU admissions?
  A: Yes, even if you are below the IGP, we welcome you because we look beyond your grades. You can apply through the Aptitude-based Admissions.
• Q: Is it possible to submit the application without the Aptitude-based application?
  A: Yes, it is possible but we will encourage all students to apply with ABA because it is always better to cast a wider net. This will also allow you to be considered based on your other achievements and passion.
• Q: Do the school looks at the University Admission Score (UAS) or Indicative Grade Profiles (IGP) for enrolment?
  A: We consider both UAS as well as other achievements under our Aptitude-based Admission process.
• Q: Is application based on Rank Points or is it based on certain H2 subjects?
  A: It will be based on Rank Points.
• Q: If I have 70 rank points, is there a good chance of admission?
  A: We do not just look at academic grades. We also consider your other talents and achievements under our Aptitude-based Admissions. If you are interested in NBS, we are interested to hear from you - so just apply!
• Q: What kind of admission test is there for polytechnic graduates?
  A: There is no admission test specifically for polytechnic students.
• Q: Is there a quota to the polytechnic cohort that NBS takes in?
  A: No. NBS has taken in a lot more polytechnic graduates as we embrace the diversity the perspectives from our polytechnic graduates.
• Q: For student pursuing IB, is there a minimum score they need to be eligible for admissions?
  A: The grade cut-offs differ from year to year. In addition, we will also consider other non-academic achievements.
• Q: Will Scholastic Assessment Test (SAT) be required or considered for admissions in 2022 for students pursuing IB in Singapore?
  A: There is no such requirement.
• Q: Should I apply to NBS if my grades do not meet the cut-off grade?
  A: Yes, we consider student applications beyond grades and adopt a holistic approach. We embrace aptitude-based admissions and  have brought in students who demonstrated excellence outside of the classroom.
• Q: Is there a first choice bonus point?
  A: No. At NTU, we do not penalise any choices based on ranking.
• Q: Does indicating your interest for a scholarship diminishes your chances of getting into the course, if your grades may not be good enough for scholarships?
  A: No, it will not diminish your chances.
• Q: Will I lose out on my second choice (Single Degree) if I have placed the Double Degree as my first choice but I end up not being qualified for it?
  A: You will be considered for your second choice alongside with someone else who has put the Single Degree as his first choice. However, you may receive your application outcome in a longer period of time.
• Q: What are the programme options that I can take?
  A: Other than the primary degree programme, NBS also offers different combinations of double degree programmes to choose from. On top of that, students can choose to take up a second major or a minor programme. For more details, please visit our website.
• Q: When do I apply for the double degree programme/minors?
  A: For Double degree programmes, you will have to apply during the application window period. Whereas for minors and 2nd majors, you have the flexibility to take them up during your time in NBS.
• Q: When will we know our application outcome?
  A: You will know the outcome before the end of May. For more information, please visit our Admissions application page.
• Q: Do we have to submit our scholarship appraisal after the scholarship application closes?
  A: Please submit all the supporting documents together with your application before the deadline.
• Q: Is it okay to submit the appraisal after application have closed?
  A: It is be preferred if they can be submitted together, or as soon as possible if otherwise.
• Q: Do applicants need to go through interviews?
  A: After reviewing all applications submitted, Interviews are conducted at a selected basis.
• Q: Do I have to choose the International Trading (ITP) specialisation upon admission?
  A: No, you do not have to. You are only able to select your specialization in your second year be it for business degree or a 2nd major in business.
• Q: Is it necessary to state the specialisation in the 5 choices?
  A: No, it is not necessary as you are not required to select your specialisation upfront.

• Q: Are there any exemptions for polytechnic students who took a business-related diploma?
  A: Yes, polytechnic students will enjoy an exemption from a first-year related course.
• Q: Why are the courses in NBS shorter than the other universities? Is the quality of the programme affected?
  A: The single degree programmes offered by NBS are designed to be a 3-year programme such that our students are able to accomplish more in a shorter duration of time. The programme does not short-change our students as shown by the results of the professional examination for chartered accountant administered by Singapore Accountancy Commission. Our accountancy students have consistently outperformed the national level in terms of the passing rate.
• Q: Does that means the programme is fast paced and hence stressful?
  A: No, we keep the workload manageable with only 16 to 18 acadamic units (AUs) each semester, which translates to 16 to 18 hours of lessons per week. Our students usually have time to take up other activities outside the class to hone their leadership skills.
• Q: Can you give us an overview of your programmes?
  A: Please visit our website for information.
• Q: Can you explain more about the new Double Degree in Accountancy and Data Science & Artificial Intelligence?
  A: Please visit our website for information.
• Q: I am interested in (applied) wealth management in banking and finance but also marketing. Is it possible to do both?
  A: No, students are only able to choose one specialisation. However, students can use their Unrestricted Electives (UEs) to pursue the courses that they are interested in.
• Q: For actuarial science, what is the difference between the NBS actuarial science specialisation and the business analytics track in the Mathematical Science course?
  A: Actuarial science and business analytics are two different disciplines. Actuarial science is a professional and specialised qualification. Students in this programme will usually go into the insurance, risk, underwriting roles.
• Q: How does the school assist the student to choose their specialisation?
  A: Our year one students in NBS will be exposed to a set of foundation modules under all the specialisation (i.e., Financial Management module is an introductory module to the banking and finance specialisation). You will have the opportunity to talk to your seniors to find out more about the specialisation and we do organise a lot of alumni events for students to network with NBS alumni.
• Q: Is the actuarial science intake very small?
  A: On average, we only take in about 50 per batch because this is a very niche specialisation that is accredited by the Institute and Faculty of Actuaries (IFOA). Students who have completed this program will be exempted from 8 professional papers from IFOA.
• Q: I am offered business and I want to do the specialisation in business analytics. How do I get priority into the specialisation? I hear that this specialisation is also available in the work-study programme (WSP). What is the difference and how do I apply for this?
  A: Selection of business analytics specialisation takes place after students have received their year one results. The selection is based on their GPA and we do not offer priority to any student.WSP is open to all year two business analytics students. It is a 35-weeks long internship that allows students to earn up to 18 AUs. Students will graduate at the same time as non-WSP students. The selection of WSP starts in semester 2 of year 2 where students send in their CVs to the selection panel. Employer will then decide on suitability of students. The internship starts at the end of semester 2 of year 2.
• Q: How does NBS promote entrepreneurship?
  A: NBS has a wide range of programmes to equip our students with the entrepreneurial mindset. All of our students will go through a career and entrepreneurial course in year one. Thereafter, students who are interested may opt for a minor in entrepreneurship. This year, NBS has newly launched a new program which offers a second major in entrepreneurship.
• Q: I am aware that there are multiple specialisations under the major in entrepreneurship, is it possible to have more than one specialisation?
  A: You are only required to take one business specialisation. If you are interested in other areas, you can take minors in those areas.
• Q: Can I take up non-standard combinations such as major in Finance along with second major/minor in psychology?
  A: Yes, you can use your electives to customise a set of courses aligned with your interests and aspirations.
• Q: I heard that SMU allows students to choose their second major freely. Does NTU adopts the same approach or is it based on our Rank points/grades for the choice?
  A: At NBS, we help our students to structure the curriculum realistically, to ensure that they are able to graduate with the majors that they have chosen to undertake. By shortlisting those majors that fall within this category, we make sure that students' expectations are not disappointed.
• Q: How many minors are there available in NTU?
  A: In NTU, we have more than 50 minors available for our students to take up.
• Q: How do I qualify for programmes with minors?
  A: There are no minimum requirements for qualification so please feel free to apply.
• Q: Can I take a minor from another faculty, e.g., psychology?
  A: Yes, you are able to take a minor from other faculties. Please visit our website for information.
• Q: Why are some minors only available for Bachelor of Accountancy and not for Bachelor of Business?
  A: There is only one such minor, which is the minor in Digitalisation and Data Analytics. This minor is not available for Business students because this would be covered by the Business Analytics under the business specialisation.
• Q: I have chosen to take up a minor in my application to NTU. Will I be able to drop it in year one if I wish to do so?
  A: Yes, you can drop your minors any time.
• Q: Does NBS offers many internships and opportunities to help students create good portfolios? Does NBS also help the students to connect with big companies? How did the school helped students to achieve high employment outcomes?
  A: Yes, we have a dedicated Undergraduate Career Services team in Nanyang Business School. We have a wide network of alumni and industry partners who work closely with us to help our students.
• Q: Why is internships made compulsory for all year one students?
  A: This is to aid students in self-discovery and specialisation decision making. Through the internships, students can discover what are their aspiration and future pathways. This will help our students get used to the social and corporate norms.
• Q: Will students be prepared to take up internship in year one since it is compulsory?
  A: We will prepare you through our year one modules (i.e. career foundations) and teach you how to network (virtually or physically), with the industry leaders and practitioners. Through these networking sessions, students might then be able to be offered internship opportunities. NBS career office will also invite C-suites and get students to interact with the directors for them to be accustomed to a real-life setting.
• Q: Do students have to source for their own internship?
  A: Yes, but NBS will assist to get every student an internship to pass the mandatory requirement of one internship before graduation.
• Q: How many internships can I choose to go for?
  A: As many as you like. You may choose to take up full time (winter or summer) internships, or part time internships. You many also opt to take a LOA for a semester long internship.
• Q: Is it true that Big 4 companies does not take in year one students for internship?
  A: That is not true. The Big 4 companies (Deloitte, PWC, KPMG and EY) do welcomes internships from year one students.
• Q: What happens if I am not able find any internship due to Covid-19?
  A: At NBS, with our wide industrial network, we are committed to help you in searching for an internship that fits you no matter how the industry is doing.
• Q: What if I am not able to find any internship? Does that means that I am not able to graduate?
  A: Please be rest assured that the school will do our best to help you secure an internship so that you can graduate. You will be glad to learn that so far none of our students were unable to graduate because they could not secure an internship.
• Q: How are classes affected by Covid-19?
  A: We have shifted some classes online to keep the number of students on campus low. Most of our classes are conducted as usual on campus with safety measures put up to ensure that our students can learn in a safe environment. The safe measures include spacing out of the tables, restricting the number of students per table, wiping down of tables after each class and we also ensure that all students and lecturers keep their masks on.
• Q: How are classes conducted?
  A: Students are expected to complete certain readings and online activities before they come to class. With the basic knowledge from these activities, students are assigned to small teams where they will engage in discussion facilitated by the professor. Students are encouraged to volunteer to present their answers to the class.
• Q: What is the ratio of seminars to lectures for a Human Resource student?
  A: Most of our classes are conducted in a seminar (only 3 out of 100 courses have lectures). For Human Resource students, all the courses are conducted in the seminar format.
• Q: What is class participation?
  A: Students are expected to speak up in class and participate actively in the class discussion. Class participation constitutes asking relevant questions or answering questions posted by the lecturer.
• Q: Is class participation going to be different when being conducted online?
  A: It is still the same as you will have to speak up in during the session.

• Q: What is the potential starting salary of a NBS student?
  A: The Straits Times has just published the graduate employment survey and here are the results: (median gross salary)
  - Accountancy and Business $4,405
  - Business $3,800
  - Accountancy $3,000
  - Business and Computing $5,400
  For more information about NBS students' salary, please watch our video recap NBS Virtual Open House 2021 Session 1
• Q: What is the starting salary for last year's graduates?
  A: Depending on the degree types that our students take, the median gross starting salary ranges from $3,000 to $5,400.
• Q: What kind of job prospect will I have when I graduate from NBS?
  A: Our graduates are offered jobs across various industry sectors such as Financial Institutes, Public Administration, Business and Management Consultancy, Technology firms etc.
• Q: For a graduate with a double degree in business and accountancy, what are the likely job scope and prospects?
  A: According to GES 2020, the salary is one of the highest amongst the business school graduates. The prospects are boundless. With the two degrees, you have the flexibility and skillsets to join diverse industries from financial institutions to technology companies.
• Q: What are some of the job prospects in the hospitality and tourism industry? Would it be advisable to join NBS?
  A: The Hospitality and Tourism industry do take in people from various backgrounds (accounting marketing, etc).

• Q: Will there be any physical orientation conducted for NBS this year?
  A: At the moment, it is a hybrid of physical and online orientation. However, this is subjected to any changes in the Covid-19 situation.
• Q: Is the tuition fee for the double degree twice of that of the single degree?
  A: No. For more information on tuition Fees, please refer to Programme.