Singapore’s latest figures on income growth and mobility are reassuring — but sustaining inclusive growth will not be automatic.
In a Straits Times commentary, SMU Associate Professor of Economics (Education) Ho Kong Weng highlights structural pressures ahead — from AI-driven skill gaps to rising wealth inequality — and explains why housing, education and healthcare remain central to mobility.
📖 Read the full commentary to explore what inclusive growth must look like in Singapore’s next chapter: https://sgsmu.com/40fM3T5
In a Straits Times commentary, SMU Associate Professor of Economics (Education) Ho Kong Weng highlights structural pressures ahead — from AI-driven skill gaps to rising wealth inequality — and explains why housing, education and healthcare remain central to mobility.
📖 Read the full commentary to explore what inclusive growth must look like in Singapore’s next chapter: https://sgsmu.com/40fM3T5
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The new CPF life-cycle investment scheme marks a move towards guided, simplified investing.
In his CNA commentary, Professor of Finance (Education) Benedict Koh from SMU Lee Kong Chian School of Business explains how glide-path funds could address gaps in CPFIS — particularly for members who face too many choices but limited portfolio guidance — while underscoring the importance of fees, safeguards and risk calibration.
📖 Read more here: https://sgsmu.com/4rsOkWZ
In his CNA commentary, Professor of Finance (Education) Benedict Koh from SMU Lee Kong Chian School of Business explains how glide-path funds could address gaps in CPFIS — particularly for members who face too many choices but limited portfolio guidance — while underscoring the importance of fees, safeguards and risk calibration.
📖 Read more here: https://sgsmu.com/4rsOkWZ
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Work is being reshaped by AI, automation and evolving labour markets. How do we prepare individuals, organisations and society for what’s ahead?
In this reel, Interim Director Prof Archan Misra shares why ResWORK was established, what it aims to achieve, and how it will drive trans-disciplinary research across the Future of Work and Lifelong Learning.
▶️ Watch the reel either on Instagram or TikTok.
🔎 Find out more about ResWORK: https://sgsmu.com/4cLoh8X
In this reel, Interim Director Prof Archan Misra shares why ResWORK was established, what it aims to achieve, and how it will drive trans-disciplinary research across the Future of Work and Lifelong Learning.
▶️ Watch the reel either on Instagram or TikTok.
🔎 Find out more about ResWORK: https://sgsmu.com/4cLoh8X
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Resilience today is more than endurance — it’s about adapting and thriving.
At last week’s launch of the Social Science Research Council (SSRC) Ideas Festival 2026 (26 Feb–30 Mar), hosted by SMU, conversations centred on how societies can flourish amid rapid change.
Co-organised by seven universities in Singapore and supported by the SSRC, the Festival examines issues shaping our region — from AI and governance to social cohesion and the future of work.
🔗 Explore the programmes organised by SMU School of Social Sciences through 30 March: https://sgsmu.com/4b4jkWv
#SGSMU #IdeasFestival2026 #ReimaginingResilience
At last week’s launch of the Social Science Research Council (SSRC) Ideas Festival 2026 (26 Feb–30 Mar), hosted by SMU, conversations centred on how societies can flourish amid rapid change.
Co-organised by seven universities in Singapore and supported by the SSRC, the Festival examines issues shaping our region — from AI and governance to social cohesion and the future of work.
🔗 Explore the programmes organised by SMU School of Social Sciences through 30 March: https://sgsmu.com/4b4jkWv
#SGSMU #IdeasFestival2026 #ReimaginingResilience
SMU and Fudan University have launched the region’s first technology-focused Doctor of Business Administration (DBA) programme.
Designed for senior leaders, the joint programme integrates rigorous research with real-world application — equipping executives to navigate AI, digital transformation and emerging technologies with strategic clarity.
🔗 Find out more: https://sgsmu.com/4cmI6Dy
#SGSMU #FudanUniversity #DBA #DigitalTransformation
Designed for senior leaders, the joint programme integrates rigorous research with real-world application — equipping executives to navigate AI, digital transformation and emerging technologies with strategic clarity.
🔗 Find out more: https://sgsmu.com/4cmI6Dy
#SGSMU #FudanUniversity #DBA #DigitalTransformation
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SMU and Fudan Launch Region’s First Tech-Focused DBA
Singapore, 2 March 2026 – Singapore Management University (SMU) and Fudan University have jointly launched the SMU-Fudan Doctor of Business Administration (Technology), a programme that prepares senior leaders to navigate the complex intersection of business…
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From engaging sample classes and conversations with student ambassadors to performances, sports & pet-related showcases across Campus Green, thousands of visitors experienced the vibrant energy of the SMU community.
Thank you to our faculty, staff, student ambassadors and alumni who helped bring the weekend to life and welcomed prospective students to our city campus.
Click through the photos for a glimpse of the moments from Open House.
Thank you to our faculty, staff, student ambassadors and alumni who helped bring the weekend to life and welcomed prospective students to our city campus.
Click through the photos for a glimpse of the moments from Open House.
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