The university of Dubuque MBA is one of Singapore's Pioneer US MBA with over 500 alumni across Asia. Learn more about this highly respected MBA program. 12 months part-time in Singapore

1. Master of Business
Administration (MBA)
1 YEAR AMERICAN
The Diamond University

2. Why an American MBA?
Harvard offer the 1st MBA
in the world in 1908
(Harvard Business School)
US MBA is the No 1 Choice
for students in Asia
(Graduate Management Admission
Council Report 2017)
Top 10 Global MBA are all
from US Universities
(The Economist MBA Ranking 2017)
The Birthplace of MBA
Nearly 9 in 10
Companies Plan to Hire
MBA Graduates in 2017
(GMAC MBA Research 2017)
MBA graduate salaries
increase by record amount
(Financial Times 2017)
MBA Degree gives the
Best ROI
(QS Job & Salary Trends Report 2018)

3. Welcome Message
The University of Dubuque is recognized in the United States
as a “College of Distinction.” where we demonstrate excellent
and innovative learning experiences. A key part of UD’s
distinctiveness is our emphasis on the development of strong
moral character. Our goal is to graduate individuals of
integrity, justice, and compassion who will lead the business
organizations of tomorrow.
When you embark on your MBA from the University of
Dubuque, you will be joining over 500 alumni in Singapore
who serve in senior level positions in business, government,
and nonprofit sectors. We look forward to helping you achieve
the next step in your development as a business professional.
Professor Mark Ward
Vice President for Academic Affairs
Ph.D. in Business, University of Illinois

4. University of Dubuque -
Over 160 Years of Proud
Academic Heritage
 Founded in 1852
 Recognized in the United States as a “College of
Distinction” – Professor Mark Ward
 Accredited by the Higher Learning Commission (HLC)
and is recognized by the US Government – hlcommission.org

5. The Diamond University
Achieving Excellence at the University of Dubuque

6. University of Dubuque, USA
•Located in the State of Iowa, UNESCO Cities of Literature
in the U.S.
• BEST state to live in by American Institute for Economic Research
• 6th best state under CNBC’s list of “Top States for Business”
• Ranked 1st when it came to the “Cost of Doing Business”
• Ranked 10th in “Economy”
• Ranked 16th in “Education”

7. State of Iowa
The Data Centres of Global Tech Giants such as Apple
Microsoft, Facebook, and Google invested billions in Data
and Network Technology Infrastructure in Iowa

8. • Top 14% university nationwide (US News and World Report)
• Top 50% university for the most diverse colleges in Iowa
• Ranked 25% of management programs in the United States
• Ranked 109 in the Best Colleges in Regional Universities
Midwest 2018
• Ranked 18 in the Military Times Best 2018
Global Ranking &
Accolades

9. Accreditation
The Higher Learning Commission (HLC) is one of six
regional institutional accreditors in the United States
and accredits degree-granting educational institutions
in the North Central region across 19 states in America.
University of Dubuque has been accredited by Higher
Learning Commission (HCL) since 1939.

10. MBA Program Director
Professor Patrick Chan (PhD, NTU, MBA
Dubuque)
A proud alumni of Dubuque MBA program, Dr Patrick Chan
subsequently earned his PhD in Behavioral Finance with
Nanyang Technological University (NTU) and served as a faculty
at Nanyang Technological University
Professor Chan also sits on the boards of various professional
bodies and non-profit organization including the Asia-Pacific
Risk and Insurance Association, Risk and Insurance Management
of Singapore (RIMAS). He is also the director of Synergi
Consulting and an Accredited Mediator, Supreme Court
Singapore

11. MBA Program Structure
• BUS 616 Organizational Behavior and
Leadership
• BUS 602 Managerial Finance
• BUS 617 Strategic Human Capital Management
• BUS 622 Global Communications
• BUS 624 Marketing Management
• BUS 650 Financial and Managerial Accounting
• BUS 651 Financial Management
• BUS 652 Problem Solving and Crisis
Management
• BUS 655 Business Simulation
• BUS 681 Technology and Operations
Management
• BUS 690 Business Strategy and Innovation
• BUS 693 Business Capstone Project
12 modules over 12 Months Part-time

12. MBA Delivery Structure
1 YEAR 12 Modules
100%
Coursework
• 12 Months Part-time
• Modular Delivery
• Each module support with 2 Weekend Blocks

13. 100% Coursework
Focused
Case study encourages you to explore and apply what you have learn to
real business challenges, enhancing your judgement, analytical , critical
thinking and problem solving skills
LEARNING IN PRACTICE AND NOT ACADEMIC DISSERTATION
“THE MORE WE DISCUSS ABOUT A CASE, THE MORE EVERYBODY GETS
OUT OF IT.”

14. Global Faculty & Experts
DU MBA program is taught by a team of dedicated international
faculty from across US, Europe and Asia. Thought leaders whom
are passionate to impart you with critical knowledge across
business innovation, strategy and leadership
Professor Dan Levin
(PhD, Wharton)
Professor Luis Hall
(PhD, New York U)
Professor Patrick Chan
(PhD, NTU)
Professor Malick Sy
(PhD, Louvain Belgium)
Dr Chris Fong
(DPS, Australia)

15. 500+ Alumni Across Asia
• Senior Manager
• Director
• Deputy General Manager
• Regional Director
• VP Finance
• Chief Operating Officer

16. Alumni Success Stories
The UD MBA program is very
comprehensive & it provided us the
international exposure from the
faculty. Yes, I will recommend this
program to my peers because of its
curriculum & faculty.
Francis Goh
CEO
Hehsed Consulting
The University of Dubuque MBA has
taught me the essentials of
management, particularly so because
it was the formal training in the area.
The program also covers the basics of
management well. It is a practical
course of what needs to be known.
Rajaram Ramasubban
Senior Director
National University Of Singapore
(NUS)
“ “
The tools and methodologies I
learned in the MBA has helped in my
daily work. Amongst the selection of
MBA available, I choose UD MBA as it
was more practical than the other
MBAs offered here. The topics was
very useful and relevant. Yes I will
recommend this MBA to my peers
and colleagues.
Gary Lai
Principal Consultant
Rainlake and Gray
“

17. Alumni Success Stories
The University of Dubuque MBA has
honed my analytical skills. It has
prepared me to be more pro-active
and adaptable. Hence, I was able to
succeed very well in Yangon,
Myanmar as an “expat”. I will
definitely recommend this MBA to
any prospective students as this
program has added great value to my
life and career.
Jenny Ho
Associate Director
RV International
I choose The University of Dubuque
MBA because the program schedule
and timings suited my work
commitments. I am grateful that the
UD program had opened doors in my
career. I will certainly recommend
this MBA program to my peers and
will be happy to share with potential
students my experience.
Aileen Tan
Associate Director
Genriver Financial
“ “
The University of Dubuque MBA has
benefitted me by exposing me to the
US and US culture of doing business.
I appreciate the Flexibility of the
Program.
David Lim Chew Thong
Director
ALBankz
“

18. “The University of Dubuque MBA has
benefitted me in my career, personal
development, knowledge and network.
I will recommend this MBA for its good
reputation and experience. I also believe
it is value for money.”
Dr Thomas Koo
Institute of Technical Education (ITE) Singapore

19. Same
Degree as
Awarded
on Campus

20. Your Choice to
Graduate in
Singapore or
in USA

21. Admission Criteria
• A recognized Bachelor’s Degree
• 3 years working experience
• Mature candidates with significant work or managerial
experience may be considered for admission on a case to
case basis (subjected to university approval)

22. WHAT ARE
YOU WAITING
FOR?
Its now or never!
Next Intake
Commence:
Sept 2020