Developed and Awarded by ²ÝÁñÉçÇø Institute of Management, ²ÝÁñÉçÇø
As the expectations on corporate responsibility increase, and as transparency becomes more prevalent, companies are recognizing the need to act on sustainability . This is an opportune time for SIM to provide conceptual, skills-based, and practical learning in the emerging field of sustainability through our Graduate Diploma in Business Sustainability.
Graduate Diploma in Business Sustainability (Full-Time)
Programme Overview
Academic Level
Postgraduate/Masters, single major
Awarded by
²ÝÁñÉçÇø Institute of Management, ²ÝÁñÉçÇø
Programme type
Full-time, 6 Months
Campus location
SIM Campus
Application Dates
23 August 2024 till 07 February 2025 (For International Applicants) 23 August 2024 till 14 February 2025 (Local Applicants)
Estimated Fees
(incl. GST)*
S$8,502.00 - S$8,938.00
* Exclude application fee, preparatory or bridging course fee, and other fees. Refer to the Fees & Financial Aid section for details.
Graduate Diploma in Business Sustainability, SIM Global Education
Programme Outline
Learning Outcomes
This post-graduate course of study enables you to:
• Enable students to recognise, understand, and apply the corporate sustainability concepts, trends, risks, opportunities, and frameworks• Enable students to acquire skills to assess and report an organisation’s sustainability efforts and carbon footprint • Enable students to develop competencies to implement strategic sustainability initiatives in organisations
Further Studies & Career Prospects
Graduates of this programme will be able to gain knowledge and competencies in sustainability concepts that value add to employment and career advancement opportunities in general business areas of Management, Marketing, Finance and Operations, for all industries
Hear from our students
RESSEC: Championing Long-Term Viability in Social Enterprises
Why study at SIM
SIM is the leading private education institution in ²ÝÁñÉçÇø.
Excellent value with lower tuition costs in SIM, with opportunities for overseas exchange and transfer.
Bond-Free Scholarship & Bursary - Scholarships are available to students who excel in academics, sports or arts.
Global Perspectives & Insights - Exposure to diverse cultures and a global network.
Intake Dates
There will be four intakes 1 year, in January, April, July, October.
January 2025
PROGRAMME DURATION
02 January 2025 - 30 June 2025
APPLICATION PERIOD
12 June 2024 till 29 October 2024 (For International Applicants)
12 June 2024 till 29 October 2024 (Local Applicants)
April 2025 Intake
PROGRAMME DURATION
01 April 2025 - 30 September 2025
APPLICATION PERIOD
23 August 2024 till 07 February 2025 (For International Applicants)
23 August 2024 till 14 February 2025 (Local Applicants)
July 2025 Intake
PROGRAMME DURATION
01 July 2025 - 31 December 2025
APPLICATION PERIOD
22 November 2024 till 09 May 2025 (For international Applicants)
22 November 2024 till 16 May 2025 (Local Applicants)
October 2025 Intake
PROGRAMME DURATION
1 October 2025 to 31 March 2026
APPLICATION PERIOD
21 February 2025 till 08 August 2025 (For International applicants)
21 February 2025 till 15 August 2025 (For Local Applicants)
Maximum allowed period to complete: 1 years.
No refund or recourse should the student fail to complete in the maximum period.
SIM reserves the right to recommend and withdraw a student who cannot cope with the demands of the programme.
Curriculum
Structure
- Lecturers are both academic and industry-based professionals with work experience and knowledge in their domain.
- Average teacher-student ratio is 1:50.
View a list of lecturers’ teaching modules (PDF 93 KB)
- The course is 100% face-to-face lecture-based learning. Coursework includes attendance at lectures, discussions of case studies, tests, presentations, and completion of group and individually written assignments.
- Contact hours: 39 hours per module, total 234 hours.
- 2 terms. Each term is a period of three months.
- Lectures at least 5 times a week (Mon-Sat).
- Each lesson: 3 hours.
- Additional classes and workshops provided to teach study skills, academic writing and presentation.
- Academic materials include module outlines, reading lists and handbooks on study strategies.
- Minimum class size: 25 students. Students will be informed within 30 days before class commences.
Assessment & Attendance
- Continuous assessment throughout the programme, e.g., individual assignment, group project, case study, quiz/class test, presentations, and class participation.
- In addition to continuous assessments, students are required to take a test or an exam for all modules.
- To attain a pass for each module, students must achieve overall minimum GPA of 1.0 (grade D).
- This is an intensive programme. All students are encouraged to attain a minimum attendance rate of 75%.
Requirements to Graduate
Students who pass all modules will be issued a transcript and awarded with a certificate from SIM upon graduation.
Modules
6-month programme (2 Terms) of 6 modules:
- Sustainability and Stakeholder Management
- Sustainable Marketing
- Sustainable Finance and Reporting
- Corporate Sustainability and Human Resource Management
- Strategies for Business Sustainability
- Sustainable Supply Chain for a Green Economy
Admission Criteria
Accepted Entry Qualifications
Applicants who complete the EoS series, which consists of six micro-credential (MC) courses and meet the admission criteria for Graduate Diploma in Business Sustainability, can progress to the following programmes with advanced standing.
The following qualifications are accepted:
- A degree from a recognised university; or
- Candidates (30 years old and above) who are Diploma holders or hold equivalent qualifications with a minimum of 8 years of working experience.
English Language Requirements
Applicants whose academic qualifications are not attained in the English medium are required to demonstrate proficiency in English in one of the following minimum test scores:
- Paper-based TOEFL 570
- Internet-based TOEFL 88
- IELTS 6.0
Note: TOEFL or IELTS test scores must be less than 2 years at point of enrolment.
Fees & Financial Aid
Programme fees are payable over 2 terms before class starts.
Payment to SIM can be made through SIMConnect using Credit Card (Visa or Master), PayNow, eNETS, OCBC Interest-free Instalment Plan (min. S$500) and cheques. 
Programme Fees
All fees inclusive of prevailing GST. The course fee does not include textbooks.
• Total: S$8,502.00
• Per module: S$1,417.00
GST Notes
Fees published are inclusive of current GST of 9%.
Mandatory Fees
All fees inclusive of prevailing GST.
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International Student Induction Fee A one-time fee payable by new full-time international students. This fee covers pre-arrival and arrival support, including activities to enhance the international student learning experience. As applicable, payable with the programme fees’ first instalment. |
S$436.00 |
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Application Fee Payable for each application form that is submitted. Fee is non-refundable and non-transferable. The fee will be refunded fully only if the intake does not commence. Unpaid applications will not be processed. |
Local applicants: S$109.00 International applicants: S$545.00 (not inclusive of Student’s Pass application) |
Scholarships & Bursaries
SIM GE Bursary
The SIM GE Bursary aims to provide financial assistance to needy students studying at SIM GE. This award is given based on our eligibility criteria, as well as the assessed level of neediness of the applicants.Learn more
SIM GE Bursary
SIM Alumni Grant
Graduates from SIM diploma, degree and postgraduate programmes are entitled to 10% deduction off course fees.Learn more
SIM Alumni Grant
