Associate Provost, Postgraduate Professional Education

Dear SMU Masters Students,

Congratulations! After all the preparations and discovery process, we have now found each other. You wanted a place that would help you learn more about the world, pick up technical and professional skills, and build networks with similarly motivated, talented individuals. You decided that SMU is the place for your Masters education. Perhaps because you know SMU brings together theory, practice and immersion through its innovative curriculum and teaching excellence. Perhaps you love our city campus as much as we do. In any case, you found us.

Similarly, we found you. We want to be associated with people who can and want to change the world in small and large ways. We want to help make your dreams happen. We want to share our passion about our discipline and industry, our experiences and knowledge with you. We aim to broaden your perspective of business to deal with uncertainties and technological disruptions in a changing environment.  We want to equip you with the skills to manage the complexities of working with cross-cultural and diverse teams from different regions and countries. Tomorrow calls for a new generation of transformational leaders, entrepreneurs and professionals who can create a positive impact in the world. We think you will play in that tomorrow and we want to partner you for your tomorrow.

In the middle of us finding each other for a shared goal, the world is changing. A fast-rising Asia brings tremendous opportunities for economic development and prosperity.  It heralds an increasingly complex business environment that demands new knowledge, skills and expertise. Breakthrough ideas, leadership and an entrepreneurial spirit are necessary to create differentiation, innovation, cross-border competencies and sustainable relevance. 

After the COVID-19 pandemic and its many lingering effects, we continue to face challenging economic conditions, exacerbated by continuing political and geographic tensions. Your time here at SMU will help you be ready for these challenges. Welcome again to SMU, and all of us look forward to being a part of your journey in mastering your future!