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AWARD CRITERIA

DOCUMENTS FOR FELLOWSHIP APPLICATION

AWARD DURATION

FELLOWSHIP AWARD

APPLICATION INFORMATION

PDF PAST YEAR'S WINNERS

IDF PAST YEAR'S WINNERS

Application for the AY2026 CGRS Fellowship Awards has commenced on 15 April 2026. A new Impact Doctoral Fellowship (ImDF) Award that aims to recognise doctoral research with real-world and societal impact will be launched this year and similar to the existing Presidential Doctoral Fellowship (PDF) and Interdisciplinary Doctoral Fellowship (IDF) Awards, ImDF Award recipients will receive a higher stipend for a year if they are eligible to receive a scholarship during the award duration, and a research trip that is worth $4,000.

With effect from AY2026, the PDF, IDF and ImDF Awards shall be collectively termed as the “CGRS Fellowship Awards”. These prestigious awards aim to recognise the academic achievements of outstanding PhD students who are the top performers of the PhD cohorts across SMU in the prior academic year. More information on the criteria for each award and the past years’ recipients can be found under the “Past Years’ Winners” buttons.

Award Criteria

Presidential Doctoral Fellowship (PDF)
This award recognises existing PhD students who have demonstrated sustained excellence in research within their respective fields. It carries no course requirements and is conferred solely based on the quality and significance of research outcomes achieved during the PhD programme.

Interdisciplinary Doctoral Fellowship (IDF)
This award recognises PhD students who demonstrate excellence in interdisciplinary research that transcends traditional disciplinary boundaries. Eligible research may span multiple disciplines across schools or integrate two or more research areas within a single school. Award recipients should show a clear ability to synthesise knowledge and methods across disciplines to advance fundamental understanding or generate solutions that could not be achieved within a single disciplinary framework. The award carries no course requirements and is conferred solely on the strength of research outcomes that demonstrate a coherent and impactful integration of approaches.

Impact Doctoral Fellowship (ImDF)
This award recognises existing PhD students who demonstrate strong research potential or impact in and/or beyond academia. It is conferred based on research contributions that have influenced, or show clear potential to influence, communities, industries, policies, learning ecosystems, or societal well-being, and/or have delivered demonstrable benefits to external stakeholders through research, educational innovation, or organisational initiatives. The award has no course requirements and is assessed solely in the quality and impact of research contributions across societal, cultural, economic, environmental, industry, or policy domains within the student’s field of study.

Documents for Fellowship Application

An updated copy of the PhD student’s resume.
A candidate statement that highlights the PhD student’s achievements and it should focus on the significance of his/her research outcomes. Other noteworthy achievements in the PhD candidature may also be considered.
A recommendation letter from the PhD student’s dissertation supervisor that explains how he/she meets the award criterion.

All supporting documents should be submitted in Adobe PDF format, following the below naming conventions:

Presidential Doctoral Fellowship (PDF)

AY2026_PDF_School_Programme_StudentName_Resume/Statement/Letter

e.g., AY2026_PDF_LKCSB_PhD MKT_Resume
AY2026_PDF_SOE_PhD Econs_Statement

Interdisciplinary Doctoral Fellowship (IDF)

AY2026_IDF_School_Programme_StudentName_Resume/Statement/Letter

e.g., AY2026_IDF_SCIS_PhD CS_Resume
AY2026_IDF_SOSS_PhD PSY_Letter

Impact Doctoral Fellowship (ImDF)

AY2026_ImDF_School_Programme_StudentName_Resume/Statement/Letter

e.g., AY2026_ImDF_SOA_PhD Acct_Resume
AY2026_ImDF_YPHSL_PhD LCT_Statement

If the PhD student is applying for more than one fellowship award, please ensure that the candidate statement and recommendation letter should contain a distinct elaboration on why he/she meets the award criteria for each of the award that he/she has applied for.
At the recommendation of the evaluation committee, each student may receive either the Presidential Doctoral Fellowship, the Interdisciplinary Doctoral Fellowship or the Impact Doctoral Fellowship.

Award Duration

1 August 2026 to 31 July 2027
At the end of the award term, recipients may be offered another fellowship or revert to the original scholarship scheme, if they are still eligible to receive a PhD scholarship.

Fellowship Award

A higher monthly stipend, according to the current citizenship of the PhD student.
Citizenship Monthly Stipend²
Singapore Citizen¹ $5,300
Singapore Permanent Resident $4,800
International Student $4,300
¹Singapore Citizens will be provided with 17% CPF contribution.
²Monthly Tier 1 stipend rates that are applicable to PhD students from all SMU Schools.
Caveat:
The higher monthly stipend will apply only to PhD students who have not exhausted the full 4-year of SMU PhD scholarship.
A research trip worth $4,000, which can be utilised within 2 years from the commencement of the award duration. The guidelines on ‘PhD Conference Funding’ will apply for the utilisation of the research trip.

Application Information

Application Link	Click here (Form will only accept submissions from SMU's email address of the PhD students)
Submission Deadline	Friday, 15 May 2026, 5pm
Award Notification	Friday, 10 July 2026

Do I need a Master’s degree to apply for a PhD?
- Generally, no. For most programmes, you only need at least a good Bachelor’s degree. While a Master’s degree is often described as "useful" or "recommended," it is not a strict requirement for admission into the Academic Research PhD programmes.
What are the standard admission requirements regarding standardized tests?
- Most programmes require GRE or GMAT results taken within the last five years. Additionally, if your medium of instruction at the university level was not English, you must submit TOEFL or IELTS scores taken within the last two years.
- You can find more information here.
Are there waivers available for GRE or GMAT requirements?
- Yes. For several programs, including Economics, Psychology, and Computer Science/Information Systems, GRE or GMAT requirements may be waived for graduates of Singapore’s autonomous universities (such as SMU, NUS, NTU, SUTD, SIT, and SUSS). However, some programs, like Psychology, still encourage submission if scores are available to enhance the application.
When are the application deadlines for the different intakes?
- For the August intake, applications typically open on August 1st of the prior year and close on December 31st or January 31st, depending on the specific programme. The PhD in Computer Science and Information Systems also has a January intake, with applications closing on June 30th of the prior year.
- You can find more information here.
What is the selection process after I submit my application?
- A selection committee in each school assesses the full application package. Shortlisted candidates are typically invited for an interview, which may be conducted face-to-face or virtually via web-conferencing.
What if I am interested in research but not yet ready to commit to a PhD?
- If you are undecided about a doctoral career, you can start with a Master by Research programme. This allows you to gain a head start on research work and determine if it is the right career path for you before committing to a full PhD.
Can I pursue my PhD on a part-time basis?
- Most PhD programs are strictly full-time. The primary exception is the PhD in Computer Science, which offers a part-time study option, but this is restricted to Singapore Citizens and Permanent Residents.
Is there an application fee?
- Yes, there is a one-time, non-refundable application fee of S$15 (inclusive of GST).

Are scholarships available, and do they come with a bond?
- Yes, SMU awards competitive Research Scholarships that cover registration and subsidised tuition fees while providing a monthly living stipend. Notably, there is no bond attached to these scholarships upon the completion of your studies.
What are the monthly living stipend rates for PhD students?
- Effective January 1, 2026, Tier 1 Scholarship recipients receive $5,300 (Singapore Citizens), $4,800 (Permanent Residents), or S$4,300 (International Students).
- Under Tier 2, stipends start lower but increase after passing the Qualifying Examination (QE):
  Singapore Citizens: $3,800(Before QE)/$4,300 (After QE)
  Permanent Residents: $3,400(Before QE)/$3,900 (After QE)
  International Students: $3,100(Before QE)/$3,600 (After QE)
- You can find more information here.
How long does the PhD programme and scholarship support last?
- The programmes are full-time, and students are expected to complete their candidature within five years. However, the standard scholarship is tenable for a maximum of four years, subject to satisfactory academic performance.
What financial support is available if I need a fifth year to finish?
- Since scholarship stipends cease after Year 4, students in their fifth year may receive continued support by working as a Research Assistant (RA), Senior Teaching Assistant (STA), or Graduate Instructor (GI). International students can work up to 16 hours per week on a part-time basis under these schemes.
Am I allowed to work outside the university during my PhD?
- No. Scholarship recipients are not allowed to engage in any other gainful employment or hold external sponsorships without prior written approval from the university.
Is there a service obligation for international students?
- Self-financing international students who choose to pay subsidised tuition fees are required to take up a three-year service obligation. This involves working in a Singapore-based company for three years upon graduation. Notably, the standard SMU Research Scholarship itself is typically bond-free.
Does the university provide funding for me to present research at conferences?
- Yes. The university provides generous conference funding to allow students to share their work with the international research community at peer-reviewed international conferences.
What are the residency requirements for scholarship holders?
- Scholars are required to reside in Singapore for the duration of their PhD candidature. They are expected to report to their school or supervisor regularly unless they have been granted official leave.
What happens if my academic performance is not satisfactory?
- Scholarships are renewed annually based on satisfactory progress. The university reserves the right to terminate a scholarship if a student fails to maintain a Cumulative Grade Point Average (CGPA) of at least 3.0 or fails to meet other program requirements.
Do I have to perform teaching or research duties as part of my scholarship?
- As part of their professional development, scholars may be required to perform graduate assistantship work, which can include teaching or research duties, without additional remuneration. Beyond these requirements, students may apply for paid part-time positions as Research or Teaching Assistants.

What is the difference between an Academic Research PhD and a Professional Doctorate?
- The Academic Research PhD is designed for fresh or recent graduates interested in creating new theories and pursuing careers in academia or R&D. In contrast, Professional Doctorates are for senior managers and working professionals who want to apply existing research to solve real-world practical challenges in industry.
- Academic PhDs are full-time and typically come with scholarship support, while Professional Doctorates are often self-funded.
- You can find out more information about our Academic Research Programmes here.
- You can find out more information about our Professional Doctorate Programmes here.
What PhD programmes are currently offered?
- The university offers PhD programmes in Accounting, Business (with various specializations), Economics, Psychology, Computer Science, Information Systems, Law, Commerce & Technology, and Asian Urbanisms.
- You can find out more information about our Academic Research Programmes here.
Am I allowed to work outside the university during my PhD?
- No. Scholarship recipients are not allowed to engage in any other gainful employment or hold external sponsorships without prior written approval from the university.
What if I am interested in research but not yet ready to commit to a PhD?
- If you are undecided about a doctoral career, you can start with a Master by Research programme. This allows you to gain a head start on research work and determine if it is the right career path for you before committing to a full PhD.
What are the key academic milestones I need to achieve?
- The PhD journey involves several critical stages: completing foundation and elective coursework, passing a Qualifying Examination (QE) (typically by the end of Year 2), submitting a dissertation proposal, conducting original research, and finally, a successful oral defense of the completed dissertation.
How much holiday leave am I entitled to?
- PhD scholars are eligible for 21 working days of paid holiday leave per calendar year. This excludes weekends and public holidays. However, students are generally not permitted to take leave during periods with classes or assigned teaching responsibilities.
Does the university provide funding for me to present research at conferences?
- Yes. The university provides generous conference funding to allow students to share their work with the international research community at peer-reviewed international conferences.
Can I pursue my PhD on a part-time basis?
- Most PhD programs are strictly full-time. The primary exception is the PhD in Computer Science, which offers a part-time study option, but this is restricted to Singapore Citizens and Permanent Residents.

ABOUT THE AWARD

AWARD ENTITLEMENT

ELIGIBLITY

NOMINATION

EVALUATION COMMITTEE

EVALUATION CRITERIA

SUBMISSION REQUIREMENTS

TIMELINE

PAST YEAR RECIPIENTS & NOMINEES

2025 RECIPIENTS & NOMINEES

2025 Recipients

CHENG Qiang
Lee Kong Chian Chair Professor of Accounting
School of Accountancy

Roy CHUA
Lee Kong Chian Professor of Organisational Behaviour & Human Resources
Lee Kong Chian School of Business

Tomoki FUJII
Professor of Economics
School of Economics

Norman LI
Professor of Psychology
School of Social Science

2025 Nominees

GENG Xuesong
Associate Professor of Strategic Management
Lee Kong Chian School of Business

LIANG Hao
Associate Professor of Finance
Lee Kong Chian School of Business

LIM Yung Fong
Lee Kong Chian Professor of Operations Management
Lee Kong Chian School of Business

Thomas MENKHOFF
Professor of Organisational Behaviour & Human Resources (Education)
Lee Kong Chian School of Business

Jochen REB
Professor of Organisational Behaviour & Human Resources
Lee Kong Chian School of Business

TAN Hwee Hoon
Associate Professor of Organisational Behaviour & Human Resources
Lee Kong Chian School of Business

JIANG Lingxiao
Professor of Computer Science
Director
School of Computing and Information Systems

Archan MISRA
Lee Kong Chian Professor of Computer Science
School of Computing and Information Systems

Chris POSKITT
Associate Professor of Computer Science (Education)
School of Computing and Information Systems

Lwin Khin SHAR
Associate Professor of Computer Science (Practice)
School of Computing and Information Systems

Pradeep Reddy VARAKANTHAM
Professor of Computer Science
School of Computing and Information Systems

WANG Zhaoxia
Associate Professor of Computer Science (Practice)
School of Computing and Information Systems

KIM Seonghoon
Associate Professor of Economics
School of Economics

LI Jia
Dean
Lee Kong Chian Professor of Economics
School of Economics

CHENG Chi-Ying
Associate Professor of Psychology
School of Social Science

Kenneth TAN
Assistant Professor of Psychology
School of Social Sciences

YANG Hwajin
Associate Professor of Psychology
School of Social Science

Read more about Singapore Rising Scholars Conference (SRSC)

Organised by the College of Graduate Research Studies (CGRS), the annual signature conference is an excellent opportunity to connect with fellow researchers and advance their academic journey.

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SMU's postgraduate research programmes have produced cohorts of well-equipped, established researchers and academics. For the full list from each of our Schools, click on any of the icons below to view the full list of graduates from our Academic Research PhD and Master by Research programmes:

Some of our Alumni

The Doctor of Business Administration programme was invigorating. The faculty members are knowledgeable and insightful, and the exchanges and debates that I had with my fellow coursemates were stimulating! The programme has shaped how I look at the industry that I am in, and what I can do about the challenges it faces. Though the programme was challenging, especially when I had to juggle between my full-time work and the programme, I have no regrets in embarking on this doctoral journey at SMU.

Kevin CHEONG
Doctor of Business Administration, 2019

The pursuit of the programme was more than an academic endeavour. It was transformative; challenging me intellectually, fostering personal growth in terms of resiliency and adapting to the demands of a dissertation commitee, most importantly, allowing me to contribute valuable concrete insight into making society better for all.

Leon QIU
PhD in Business (General Management), 2024

My doctoral experience was transformational; it pushed my boundaries of knowledge, critical thinking, resilience and self-discovery. The programme enhances my approach to solution development in the industry.

Nurul Asyikeen AZHAR
Doctor of Engineering, 2024

14 - 15 May 2026
SMU Li Ka Shing Library

About the Conference

Singapore Management University (SMU) College of Graduate Research Studies is organising its annual Singapore Rising Scholars Conference (SRSC) on 14 - 15 May 2026 in partnership with SMU Libraries and SAGE Publications.

The Conference which will be held at the SMU Li Ka Shing Library aims to provide a unique opportunity for doctoral students in management and the social sciences to present their latest research, receive constructive feedback from their fellow students, explore new research ideas in both disciplinary and interdisciplinary areas, and expand their professional and social network.

Registration for the conference has opened, we hope to see you there!

Conference Goals and Objectives

Facilitate cross-disciplinary exchange of research among doctoral students and promote new research ideas in both disciplinary and interdisciplinary areas.
Encourage doctoral students to grow their scholarly network and enhance doctoral student life.
Contribute to the research development process of emerging scholars.
Prepare doctoral students for a successful career in one of the top schools in Asia and beyond.

SRSC 2025 Highlights

Check out our 2025 Photos

Conference Fee and Pricing

Registration Type	2-days Conference (14 to 15 May 2026)
Non-SMU Student / Externals	SGD 100.00
SMU Student	SGD 100.00
SMU Faculty & Invited Guests	Referral Link provided

SMU PhD Students enrolled in the Academic Research Programmes can use their CGRS Conference PhD Funding (if there is a remaining balance) to claim for the registration fees after attending the conference.

Students can submit their claims through the Student E-Claims System (SES). A step-by-step submission guide on SES can be found here.

Refund Policy

Refund of registration fees (up to 4 May 2026):

100% refund for cancellations before 14 April 2026
50% refund for cancellations from 14 April to 4 May 2026.

Withdrawals after 4 May 2026 are non-refundable.

Call for Papers

Starting from 1st October, we welcome the submission of any original single-authored and co-authored unpublished, early-stage working papers or work-in-progress papers on the following topics of interest (but not limited to):

Accounting
Economics
Finance
Law
Marketing
Psychology
Operations Management
Management of Information Systems
Strategic Management and Entrepreneurship
Organisational Behaviour and Human Resource

We also welcome papers on interdisciplinary topics, including (but not limited to):

Sustainability
Urban Studies
Growth in Asia
Digital Transformation
Computational Social Sciences

Important Notes:

We ask that each student submit only one paper to present at the conference. This will give all applicants a fair chance at attending the conference. Submitting students may also be a co-author on another paper submitted by another student, but each student will only have one opportunity to present.

Presentations are divided into the subject areas and topics listed above. You can choose the area most relevant to your topic. If you are conducting research across multiple disciplines, you can either submit it to an interdisciplinary area, or one of the related disciplinary areas.

Accepted papers will be considered for Best Paper Awards, with a prize of SGD500 each.

Description	Dates
Call for Papers	1 October 2025 onwards
Initial Paper Submission Deadline	1 February 2026
Notification of Acceptance	15 March 2026
Confirmation of Attendance	22 March 2026
Conference	14–15 May 2026

Programme at a Glance (2026)

Detailed Programme will be shared in April 2026.

14 May 2026 (Thursday)

Time: 8:00AM - 5:00PM
Conference Venue: SMU Li Ka Shing Library [Map]

Time	Session
8:00AM - 9:00AM	Registration & Breakfast
9:00AM - 9:10AM	Opening & Welcome Address with Prof Lily Kong and Prof Heli Wang Room A
9:10AM - 10:00AM	UCLA Professor Christopher S. Tang Keynote Address and Q&A curated by Prof Fang Xin Room A
10:00AM - 10:15AM	Break
10:15AM - 11:45PM	Seminar 1: Academic Literature Review in the Age of AI and Large Language Models Room A Breakout Session 1.1 Room B Breakout Session 1.2 Room C Breakout Session 1.3 Room D
11:45AM - 12:45PM	Networking Lunch Room A Lounge Area
1:00PM - 2:30PM	Poster Presentation Breakout Session 2.1 Room B Breakout Session 2.2 Room C
2:45PM - 3:45PM	General Panel Session 1: Building Bridges: Academic–Industry Collaboration for Impactful Research Room A
3:45PM - 4:00PM	Break
3:30PM - 5:00PM	Seminar 2: Streamlined Workflow for Qualitative Data Analysis with Whisper and ATLAS.ti Room A Breakout Session 3.1 Room B Breakout Session 3.2 Room C Breakout Session 3.3 Room D

15 May 2026 (Friday)

Time: 8:00AM - 8:00PM
Conference Venue: SMU Li Ka Shing Library [Map]

Time	Session
8:00AM - 9:00AM	Registration & Breakfast
9:00AM - 10:30AM	Seminar 3: Getting Published and Enhancing Research Visibility with Visual Abstracts Room A Breakout Session 4.1 Room B Breakout Session 4.2 Room C
10:30AM - 10:45AM	Break
10:45AM - 12:15PM	Seminar 4: Text Analysis for PhD Research: An Introduction to No-Code and Code-Light Tools Room A Breakout Session 5.1 Room B Breakout Session 5.2 Room C
12:15PM - 1:15PM	Networking Lunch Room A Lounge Area
1:15PM - 2:45PM	Seminar 5: Strategic Publishing And Critical AI Use for Research Impact Room A Breakout Session 6.1 Room B Breakout Session 6.2 Room C
2:45PM - 3:00PM	Break
3:00PM - 4:30PM	General Panel Session 2: The PhD Journey: Common Challenges and Strategies for Success Room A
5:00PM - 7:00PM	Rising Scholars Awards Ceremony & Meet-the-Faculty Evening Reception The ALCove

Programme at a Glance (2025)

Detailed programme of the Singapore Rising Scholars Conference 2025.

15 May 2025 (Thursday)

Time: 8:00AM - 5:00PM
Conference Venue: SMU Li Ka Shing Library [Map]

Time	Session
8:00AM - 9:00AM	Registration & Breakfast
9:00AM - 9:10AM	Welcome & Opening Address Room A
9:10AM - 10:00AM	Keynote Address & Fireside Chat with SMU Provost Alan CHAN Room A
10:00AM - 10:30AM	Break
10:30AM - 12:00PM	Seminar 1 Academic Literature Review in the Age of AI and Large Language Models Room A Breakout Session 1.1 Digital Transformation, Innovation, and Entrepreneurship Room B Breakout Session 1.2 Asian Capital Markets and Corporate Reporting Room C Breakout Session 1.3 Urban Policy, Economy and Technology Room D
12:00PM - 1:30PM	Networking Lunch Room A
1:30PM - 3:00PM	Seminar 2 Streamlined Workflow for Qualitative Data Analysis with Whisper and ATLAS.ti Room A Breakout Session 2.1 Urban Development and Labour Market Room B Breakout Session 2.2 Innovative Approaches in Operations Management: Government Policy and Network Design Room C Breakout Session 2.3 Law, Regulation and Regional Development Room D
3:00PM - 3:30PM	Break
3:30PM - 5:00PM	Seminar 3 Getting Published and Enhancing Research Visibility with Visual Abstracts Room A Breakout Session 3.1 Sustainability, Corporate Social Responsibility and Governance Room B Breakout Session 3.2 Gender, Lifelong Learning, and Growth in Asia Room C Breakout Session 3.3 Urban Infrastructure, Environment and Society Room D

16 May 2025 (Friday)

Time: 8:00AM - 8:00PM
Conference Venue: SMU Li Ka Shing Library [Map]

Time	Session
8:00AM - 9:00AM	Registration & Breakfast
9:00AM - 10:30AM	General Panel Session 2 Comprehensive Applications of AI in Social Science: From Research Design to Data Analysis Room A Seminar 4 The Organised Academic: Essential Time Management Skills for Graduate Student Sanity Room C
10:30AM - 11:00AM	Break
11:00AM - 12:30PM	Seminar 5 From Thesis to Global Impact: Open Access and Maximising Research Visibility Room A Breakout Session 4.1 Consumer Perception and Online Influence in Marketing Room B Breakout Session 4.2 Government Regulations and Social Welfare Room C Breakout Session 4.3 AI, Labour and Information Environment Room D
12:30PM - 2:00PM	Networking Lunch Room A
2:00PM - 3:30PM	Seminar 6 Text Analysis for PhD Research: An Introduction to No-Code and Code-Light Tools Room A Breakout Session 5.1 Financial Intermediaries and Contracting Room B Breakout Session 5.2 Psychology, Identity and Adaptation Room C Breakout Session 5.3 Urban Growth, Degrowth and Sustainability Room D
3:30PM - 4:00PM	Break
4:00PM - 5:30PM	General Panel Session 3 The PhD Journey: Common Challenges and Strategies for Success Room A
5:30PM - 8:00PM	Rising Scholars Awards Ceremony & Meet-the-Faculty Dinner Reception Room A

Faculty Steering Committee

Professor WANG Heli

Dean, College of Graduate Research Studies
Janice Bellace Professor of Strategic Management
Lee Kong Chian School of Business
Singapore Management University

Associate Professor FANG Xin

Director, PhD Programmes, Lee Kong Chian School of Business
Associate Professor of Operations Management
MPA Research Fellow
Singapore Management University

Associate Professor LI Jing

Director and Programme Pillar Lead of SMU-PHBS Doctor of Business Administration, Urban Growth
Associate Professor of Economics
School of Economics
Singapore Management University

Associate Professor WANG Rencheng

Director of PhD in Accounting
Lee Kong Chian Fellow
Associate Professor of Accounting
School of Accounting
Singapore Management University

Conference Organising Committee

Overall Staff-in-charge: Esther FOO, College of Graduate Research Studies (CGRS)

Secretariat and Administration: Janis WONG, Rosanna Richard SAM (CGRS)

Marketing and Communication: LOH Hui Xian, Casey GRANT (CGRS)

Graduate Research Student Society Executive Committee 2025/26

Getting Here

Conference Venue

Li Ka Shing Library
70 Stamford Rd,
Singapore 178901 [Map]

Nearest Carpark

Lee Kong Chian School of Business,
50 Stamford Rd, Singapore 178899

Directions

Carpark access via Queen Street.
Take the lift to Level 1 to the bottom of Li Ka Shing Library.

Seminars

14th May 2026

15th May 2026

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Some of our Alumni

The PhD journey at SMU was a catalyst for my intellectual and professional growth. It honed my research skills, fostered a deep understanding of innovation in academia, and prepared me to contribute to the dynamic educational environment at Vin University.

Andrew LE Duy Dung
PhD in Computer Science, 2020

The Doctor of Business Administration programme was invigorating. The faculty members are knowledgeable and insightful, and the exchanges and debates that I had with my fellow coursemates were stimulating! The programme has shaped how I look at the industry that I am in, and what I can do about the challenges it faces. Though the programme was challenging, especially when I had to juggle between my full-time work and the programme, I have no regrets in embarking on this doctoral journey at SMU.

Kevin CHEONG
Doctor of Business Administration, 2019

SMU provided a rigorous and supportive research environment that laid the foundation for my academic career. The mentorship I received from faculty and the structured training in theory, methods, and teaching have been instrumental in preparing me for the multifaceted demands of an academic role.

Junqiu JIANG
PhD in Business (Marketing), 2023

The pursuit of the programme was more than an academic endeavour. It was transformative; challenging me intellectually, fostering personal growth in terms of resiliency and adapting to the demands of a dissertation commitee, most importantly, allowing me to contribute valuable concrete insight into making society better for all.

Leon QIU
PhD in Business (General Management), 2024

My doctoral experience was transformational; it pushed my boundaries of knowledge, critical thinking, resilience and self-discovery. The programme enhances my approach to solution development in the industry.

Nurul Asyikeen AZHAR
Doctor of Engineering, 2024

My PhD journey at SMU was enriched by exceptional research opportunities and the invaluable guidance of dedicated professors, which broadened my academic horizons and laid a solid foundation for my future career in research.

Xuanbo LI
PhD in Accountancy, 2024

My Ph.D. journey at SMU SOE was truly unforgettable, thanks to the supportive faculty members and dedicated staffs. It shaped my research and career path, and inspired me to carry forward the values and passion I found there.

LI Qiyuan
PhD in Economics, 2024

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The SMU PhD programmes provide opportunities to our students to deepen their research expertise by collaborating with academics from within and outside the SMU community. Over the years, our students have published papers which have contributed towards the pool of academic knowledge. Our students’ research has been listed according to their fields of specialisation. Some of their papers have achieved international recognition through awards.

School of Accountancy

PhD in Accounting

Publication Highlight

Corporate Disclosures for Green Supply Chains: Evidence from Scope 3 Emissions Disclosure

Yang Mengjie, Assistant Prof Kim, Jungbae; Associate Prof Cho, Young Jun; Associate Prof Holly Yang
Paper published on 2024 UTS Australian Summer Accounting Conference in 2024.

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Lee Kong Chian School of Business

PhD in Business

Publication Highlight

Corporate Disclosures for Green Supply Chains: Evidence from Scope 3 Emissions Disclosure

Yang Mengjie, Assistant Prof Kim, Jungbae; Associate Prof Cho, Young Jun; Associate Prof Holly Yang
Paper published on 2024 UTS Australian Summer Accounting Conference in 2024.

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VIEW ALL STUDENT ACHIEVEMENTS

Publication Highlight

Corporate Disclosures for Green Supply Chains: Evidence from Scope 3 Emissions Disclosure

Yang Mengjie, Assistant Prof Kim, Jungbae; Associate Prof Cho, Young Jun; Associate Prof Holly Yang
Paper published on 2024 UTS Australian Summer Accounting Conference in 2024.

View all research publications

View all student achievements

Publication Highlight

Corporate Disclosures for Green Supply Chains: Evidence from Scope 3 Emissions Disclosure

Yang Mengjie, Assistant Prof Kim, Jungbae; Associate Prof Cho, Young Jun; Associate Prof Holly Yang
Paper published on 2024 UTS Australian Summer Accounting Conference in 2024.

View all research publications

View all student achievements

Publication Highlight

Corporate Disclosures for Green Supply Chains: Evidence from Scope 3 Emissions Disclosure

Yang Mengjie, Assistant Prof Kim, Jungbae; Associate Prof Cho, Young Jun; Associate Prof Holly Yang
Paper published on 2024 UTS Australian Summer Accounting Conference in 2024.

View all research publications

View all student achievements

Publication Highlight

Corporate Disclosures for Green Supply Chains: Evidence from Scope 3 Emissions Disclosure

Yang Mengjie, Assistant Prof Kim, Jungbae; Associate Prof Cho, Young Jun; Associate Prof Holly Yang
Paper published on 2024 UTS Australian Summer Accounting Conference in 2024.

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VIEW ALL STUDENT ACHIEVEMENTS

School of Economics

PhD in Economics

Publication Highlight

Corporate Disclosures for Green Supply Chains: Evidence from Scope 3 Emissions Disclosure

Yang Mengjie, Assistant Prof Kim, Jungbae; Associate Prof Cho, Young Jun; Associate Prof Holly Yang
Paper published on 2024 UTS Australian Summer Accounting Conference in 2024.

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VIEW ALL STUDENT ACHIEVEMENTS

School of Social Sciences

PhD in Psychology

Publication Highlight

Corporate Disclosures for Green Supply Chains: Evidence from Scope 3 Emissions Disclosure

Yang Mengjie, Assistant Prof Kim, Jungbae; Associate Prof Cho, Young Jun; Associate Prof Holly Yang
Paper published on 2024 UTS Australian Summer Accounting Conference in 2024.

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School of Computing and Information Systems

PhD in Computer Science

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Corporate Disclosures for Green Supply Chains: Evidence from Scope 3 Emissions Disclosure

Yang Mengjie, Assistant Prof Kim, Jungbae; Associate Prof Cho, Young Jun; Associate Prof Holly Yang
Paper published on 2024 UTS Australian Summer Accounting Conference in 2024.

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School of Computing and Information Systems

PhD in Information Systems

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Corporate Disclosures for Green Supply Chains: Evidence from Scope 3 Emissions Disclosure

Yang Mengjie, Assistant Prof Kim, Jungbae; Associate Prof Cho, Young Jun; Associate Prof Holly Yang
Paper published on 2024 UTS Australian Summer Accounting Conference in 2024.

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Yung Pung How School of Law

PhD in Law, Commerce and Technology

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Corporate Disclosures for Green Supply Chains: Evidence from Scope 3 Emissions Disclosure

Yang Mengjie, Assistant Prof Kim, Jungbae; Associate Prof Cho, Young Jun; Associate Prof Holly Yang
Paper published on 2024 UTS Australian Summer Accounting Conference in 2024.

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College of Integrative Studies

PhD in Asian Urbanisms

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Corporate Disclosures for Green Supply Chains: Evidence from Scope 3 Emissions Disclosure

Yang Mengjie, Assistant Prof Kim, Jungbae; Associate Prof Cho, Young Jun; Associate Prof Holly Yang
Paper published on 2024 UTS Australian Summer Accounting Conference in 2024.

ABOUT THE PROGRAMME

PROGRAMME SCHEDULE

About the Event

Event Date: 11 October 2025, Saturday
Event Timing: 12pm to 5.45pm
Event Venue:Level 4, SMU Administration Building [Map]

Considering a PhD in management, the social sciences, information technology or Asian urbanisms? Join us at this year's SMU PhD Day to gain firsthand information and insights from programme directors and students' sharing. Discover the holistic SMU postgraduate research experience, and decide if it's right for you. We have invited the graduate colleges from National University of Singapore (NUS), Nanyang Technological University (NTU) Singapore and Singapore University of Technology and Design (SUTD) to participate as well, we hope to see you there!

Programme Schedule

Time/Room	Room A	Room B	Room C
12.00pm – 12.45pm	PhD in Economics	Doctor of Engineering
1.00pm – 1.45pm	PhD in Law, Commerce and Technology	PhD in Computer Science and Information Systems
2.00pm – 2.45pm	PhD in Accounting	PhD in Business (General Management) and Doctor of Business Administration
3.00pm – 3.45pm	NTU Info Session	NUS Info Session	SUTD Info Session
4.00pm – 4.45pm	PhD in Psychology	PhD in Business (until 5.30pm) i. Strategy & Entrepreneurship ii. Operations Managment iii. Organisational Behaviour & Human Resources iv. Marketing v. Finance
5.00pm – 5.45pm	PhD in Asian Urbanisms

* Accurate as of 12 August 2025

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This workshop gives postgraduate students the essential tools and proven techniques to deliver research pitches that truly stand out. Using the storyboard methodology, students will learn how to distil complex discoveries into clear and compelling narratives framed around the “Big Why–Why–What” approach, keeping the focus on what matters most to their audience.

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