GRADUATE
The SMU MSc in Applied Finance programme is intensive and rigorous. To me, the value of the programme has been that it has not only provided me a strong foundation in finance but also a platform to further understand issues surrounding this ever-evolving industry. In the course of my participation in the programme, I had benefitted tremendously from the insights and knowledge of both the teaching staff and my fellow classmates as well. In addition, what is impressive about this programme is that it is extremely relevant to the real world, and the skills which I have learnt have been very applicable to my work.
Chong Joo Meng Edwin
Assistant Vice President
Hong Leong Finance Limited
The turbulence in the financial markets brought the real economy to its knees. Instead of feeling fear and risk-averse, the SMU's MAF programme provided a fantastic grounding for me to understand, learn and be able to capitalise on the opportunities arising in these uncertain times. I thoroughly enjoyed the holistic SMU experience, provided by excellent lecturers who delivered a fine education in investment theory with a strong dose of practical application of finance. For me, one of the best aspects of the programme was the highly interactive and passionate discussions with my classmates in the lecture hall and during group projects. We got on so well that even after finishing our course, we still keep in frequent contact. I can certainly see a strong MAF alumni coming along in the near future.
Rayner Woo Hin Leong
Assistant Director
UOB Asset Management Limited
In modern finance, we understand the level of interest rate we want to yield depends solely on 2 trade-off factors, either how well we want to eat (more risk & return) or how well we want to sleep at night.
At SMU, with the dedication of our professors & rigorous curriculum, every graduate is empowered with the knowledge & confidence to strive to overcome any challenges they face with the highest ethical standards.
Clearly, our education has challenged modern portfolio theory by giving us an insatiable appetite to achieve sustainable success & peace of mind to anyone who has met or is - a SMU student!
Jeremy Chan
Associate Director
UBS
We are entering a new paradigm or evolution in the banking/investment industry. Yes, it is going to be tough but large rewards will await those who excel and willing to take risks. The best investment you could make now is investing in yourself and there is no better Return on Investment than SMU Master of Science in Applied Finance. Verify it and welcome aboard.
Toto Tanuwidjaja
Assistant Vice President
OCBC Bank
PROFESSOR
Getting to the root cause seems to be the motto and culture of the graduate students that we had encountered in teaching the Hedge Fund Management course. The stimulating issues that the students raised and the relentless questioning brought back memories of seminars during our graduate school days when research findings were being presented. Unlike the traditional way of teaching where the lecturers led the students to the final points, we find that the SMU students were confident in dictating the pace and direction on many occasions. Their enthusiasm and sharpness would sometimes stump even the most well prepared lecturers.
Dr David Lee Kuo Chuen
Managing Director
Ferrell Asset Management Pte Ltd
The students were both diligent and committed. We were pleasantly surprised and delighted that our classroom sessions had been both liberating and challenging. The students posed excellent questions, which demonstrated their efforts in thinking through the important issues with an open and inquiring mind.
Dr Phoon Kok Fai
Practice Associate Professor of Finance
Lee Kong Chian School of Business
