About the program

JMSB students can spend a month in Singapore, the perfect 'soft landing' in the heart of the fast-developing Asia-Pacific region. This short-term exchange program provides you the opportunity to earn 6 Concordia transfer credits and gain Gain new insights and perspectives on Asia, Digital Intelligence and Sustainability from SMU faculty. 

Eligibility Requirements

To be eligible to participate in the SMU Global Summer Program, you must meet the following criteria.

• Be enrolled in a Bachelor’s degree program in JMSB.
• Have a minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA (CGPA).
• Completed at a minimum of 24 credits toward your current degree program by the time you leave for the program.
• Meet the eligibility requirements for Short-term study abroad programs outlined within the John Molson Visiting & Exchange website.
• Must complete prerequisite courses prior to departure.

Placement Fee

Once you accept your Partner Summer Program offer, you are required to pay a $75 CAD placement fee.

• The placement fee is non-refundable

• Payment is required to confirm and secure your offer 

• Detailed payment instructions will be provided after you accept your offer

Please ensure you are fully committed to participating in the Partner Summer Program before accepting your offer.

Program Dates

Session 1: 29 June, 2026 - 24 July, 2026

Session 2: 13 July, 2026 - 7 August, 2026

Program courses

Students maximum of two courses in the same session (session 1 or 2), with the first from the morning courses and the second from the afternoon courses, to avoid a timetable clash. 

Students must must meet the above-mentioned eligibility requirements. Permission to take courses is granted by John Molson. Courses taken without John Molson’s approval will not be transferred to Concordia. All courses taken abroad must pertain to a student’s degree program requirements. Students must complete prerequisite courses prior to departure.

Session 1:

• Asia Pacific Business (AM)- IBUS B
• Economic Globalisation and Asia (AM)- IBUS B
• Arts Enterpreneurship and Public Engagement in Southeast Asia (PM)- GENL
• Designing Communication for Behavioural Changes (PM)- GENL
• AI for Social Transformation (AM)- GENL
• Business Data Management (AM)- BTM 382
• Internet of Things: Innovations for Driving Business Growth (PM)- GENL
• Innovation for Asia's Smart Cities (AM)- GENL
• The Business of Fun: Developing Systainable Tourism Destinations through Interdisciplinarity(AM)- GENL
• Digital Technologies for Environmental Sustainability- GENL
• Sustainable Entrepreneurship(PM)- GENL
• Urban Development and Green Transitions in Asia (PM)- GENL

Session 2:

• Arts Enterpreneurship and Public Engagement in Southeast Asia (AM)- GENL
• Entrepreneurship and Business Creation (AM)- COMM 320
• Managing Customer Relations with Analytics: Asian Insights (AM)- IBUS B
• Asia Pacific Business (PM)- IBUS B
• Entrepreneurial Finance (PM)- MANA 482
• Group Dynamics in Organisations (PM)- COMM 227
• Managing Strategic Change and Digital Transformation (AM)-MANAB
• Doing Business with Artificial Intelligence (PM)- GENL
• Quantum Computing in Financial Services (PM)- GENL
• Statistical Learning (PM)- GENL
• Digital Technologies for Environmental Sustainability (AM)- GENL
• The Business of Fun: Developing Sustainable Toursim Destinations through Interdisciplinarity (PM)- GENL

Estimated costs & bursary

Host institution fees:

Application Fee:$150 SGD (approximately 160$ in CAD)

Tuition: Tution is waived for Concordia students

Miscellaneous: $230 SGD covers IT services, matriculation fee and SMU student's medical insurance. (approximately 248.40$ in CAD)

Concordia tuition: 6 credits of Concordia tuition to be paid to Concordia University. Get an estimate of tuition fees.

Additional costs: Program fee quoted above does not include airfare and airport taxes; local transportation costs; travel insurance; visas; meals; personal expenses or on-campus accommodation. Participants are responsible for paying these.

Quebec Mobility Bursary

To help with the costs of going abroad, Concordia offers a $1,950 CAD Quebec Mobility Bursary to students.

To qualify, you must be a Concordia student enrolled in a bachelor’s, master’s or doctoral degree program and approved to participate in the summer school program. 

Important to note: 

• Summer school program applicants do not need to submit a bursary application as it is part of the on-line summer school program application, and you will automatically be considered for the Quebec Mobility Bursary.
• Approved students will receive the bursary payment upon arrival and reception of the mandatory Confirmation of Arrival form.
• Details on the payment of the bursary will be sent to successful applicants.  

Contact Concordia International if you have any questions about the Quebec Mobility Bursary. 

Accommodations

The SMU campus is situated near City Hall, Bras Basah and Bencoolen MRT (subway) stations. There are many housing options that are within walking distance and the university is well-served by Singapore’s public transportation network, eg. Trains and buses.

While students are responsible for sourcing and arranging for their own accommodation, SMU may have arrangements with off-campus accommodation providers to cater to students’ needs. However, rooms are limited and are subject to availability. Please see below.

Students may also wish to explore other housing options in Singapore. However, please note that students should not be renting rooms or houses from private residential properties. According to the Singapore Urban Redevelopment Authority's (URA), private residential properties may not be used for short-term rentals and must be rented out for at least three consecutive months.

Students are advised to read and understand all terms and conditions of any housing agreement before committing. SMU does not represent any party if there are any disputes.

Campus by The Assembly Place

Campus by The Assembly Place is a vibrant student community where affordability meets premium living. More details can be found here.

For assistance, contact Mr. Sam or Mr. Wei Chao by completing this form.

ibis budget Singapore

ibis budget Singapore features practical rooms and essential amenities in strategic locations, catering to travellers seeking convenience while embracing a sense of adventure.

For more information, please contact houman@gphl.com.sg and booking@gphl.com.sg.

Kinn Capsules/Kinn Habitat

KINN Habitat is a premium capsule experience offering restful retreats and thoughtfully designed spaces to recharge. It caters to travellers who value privacy, comfort, and smart, minimalist design.

For more information, please contact Ms Cheryl Xu at cheryl.xu@staywithkinn.com.

lyf @ Funan

Enjoy co living in Singapore with this apartment hotel in Funan. Gain access to well-designed shared spaces and plug into a diverse and dynamic community of like-minded travellers and locals! lyF’s shared spaces range from open working spaces, a fully equipped community kitchen, to a fun but functional gym. 

More details can be found here.