Program Overview

Introduction to the NUS Master of Science (Venture Creation) Programme

The National University of Singapore (NUS) Master of Science (Venture Creation) (MSc (Venture Creation)) is a multidisciplinary programme that draws from the expertise of:

• NUS School of Continuing and Lifelong Education
• NUS Business School
• NUS College of Design and Engineering
• NUS School of Computing
• NUS Faculty of Science
• Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine
• NUS Enterprise

It is an immersive graduate degree programme that combines experiential learning with the academic rigour of one of the top universities in Asia and the world.

Programme Overview

Designed to transform mindsets and accelerate the translation of ideas into solutions, the programme targets aspiring entrepreneurs wanting to launch new ventures with success by providing mentorship in business development and access to NUS technologies, as well as opportunities to network for market access.

Gain exposure in hot topics such as Industry 4.0, digital supply chain, cybersecurity, biotechnology, medical technology, and financial technology—just some of the courses offered by the six academic units and the entrepreneurial arm of NUS lending their weight to this programme.

The programme was previously marketed as the Master of Science (MSc) in Entrepreneurship.

Why This Programme?

• Tap on more than 20 years of experience in nurturing entrepreneurship, with the expertise of NUS Enterprise, which spearheads such flagship initiatives as NUS Overseas Colleges and BLOCK71.
• Deep dive into entrepreneurship with core/essential courses that provide all the guidance, skillsets, and opportunities needed to transform ideas into viable businesses.
• Build a strong technical foundation by harnessing the technical expertise of six academic departments to deepen skills and knowledge through a range of elective courses.

Application for Admission

Application Period

An Academic Year (AY) at NUS consists of two semesters and a special term (which occurs during the Semester 2 Vacation, and is divided into two parts of six weeks duration each):

• Semester 1: Aug–Dec
• Semester 2: Jan–May
• Special Term (Part 1): May–Jun
• Special Term (Part 2): Jun–Jul

For the MSc (Venture Creation) programme, there is one application period for each AY:

• Programme | Intake | Application Dates
• ---|---|---
• MSc (Venture Creation) | Semester 1 (Aug Intake) | 1 Nov of preceding year to 31 Jan of intake year

Admission Requirements

Admission to the NUS MSc (Venture Creation) programme is granted on a competitive basis as places in the programme are limited. Applicants should possess the following minimum requirements:

• Academic: Bachelor's Degree (preferably with Honours)
• Skill/Experience: Strong interest in entrepreneurship and innovation, including demonstrated involvement in entrepreneurial activities; or a background in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM); or at least one year of working experience
• English Language: Applicants whose native tongue is not English:
  • Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) minimum score of 85 (Internet-based) and at least 22 for both the speaking and writing components; or,
  • International English Language Testing System (IELTS) minimum Academic score of 6.0 and at least 6.0 for both the speaking and writing components

Mode of Study and Programme Candidature

The NUS MSc (Venture Creation) programme is offered on the following basis (with estimated time to complete the programme indicated below):

• Full-time: 12–24 months
• Part-time: 24–36 months

Programme Structure

The NUS MSc (Venture Creation) is a 40-Unit coursework-based Master’s Degree programme comprising:

• Core/essential courses (28 Units), and
• Elective courses (12 Units):
  • At least 8 Units from Specialised Electives,
  • Up to 4 Units from General Electives.

Core/Essential Courses

These courses are unique to the MSc (Venture Creation) programme. Each course may consist of pre-class readings, assignments, tests, and/or projects, and online/face-to-face classes and seminars.

• Course Code | Course Title | Units
• ---|---|---
• ETP5311 | VentureX – Technopreneurship Studio | 12
• ETP5331 | Intellectual Property for High-Growth Ventures | 4
• ETP5341 | Money Matters: Finance for New Ventures | 4
• ETP5371 | From Garage to Growth: Managing People in Startups | 4
• BMS5502S | The Entrepreneur's Edge: Marketing for New Ventures | 4

Elective Courses

Students must complete 12 Units of elective courses, with at least 8 Units from Specialised Electives and up to 4 Units from General Electives (elective course offerings are subject to change and may not be offered every semester).

• Specialised Electives:
  • Course Code | Course Title | Units
  • ---|---|---
  • ETP5322 | Agile Venture Leadership | 4
  • ETP5381 | Carbon Market & Sustainable Financing | 4
  • BMS5123S | Entrepreneurship Business Development | 4
  • BMS5124S | Entrepreneurial Management | 4
  • MT5027 | Embracing the Future: Entrepreneurship in Emerging Technologies | 4
  • NMC5326 | Strategic Decision in Visual Storytelling | 4
• General Electives:
  • Business-related:
    • Course Code | Course Title | Units
    • ---|---|---
    • BMS5117 | Game Theory for Managers | 4
    • BMS5122 | Legal Fundamentals for Entrepreneurs & Managers | 4
    • BMS5125 | Sustainability Strategy | 4
    • BMS5205 | Business Analytics | 4
    • BMS5313 | Empowering and Financing Positive Impact Creation | 4
    • BMS5410 | Negotiation and Conflict Management | 4
    • BMS5415 | Designing Organisations with Data | 4
    • BMS5416 | Managing Across Cultures | 4
    • BMS5506 | Understanding & Influencing Consumers | 4
    • BMS5515 | Personal Selling & Sales Management | 4
    • BMS5519 | Services Marketing | 4
  • Management of Technology-related:
    • Course Code | Course Title | Units
    • ---|---|---
    • MT5006 | Strategic & New Product Development | 4
    • MT5007 | Management of Technological Innovation | 4
  • Technology-related:
    • Course Code | Course Title | Units
    • ---|---|---
    • CS5228 | Knowledge Discovery and Data Mining | 4
    • CS5242 | Neural Networks and Deep Learning | 4
    • CS5322 | Database Security | 4
    • CS5425 | Big Data Systems for Data Science | 4
    • CS5439 | Software Security | 4
    • DOS5021 | Managing the Digital Supply Chain | 4
    • DOS5022 | Data Analytics for Smart Industries | 4
    • DOS5024 | Strategic Procurement in a Digital World | 2
    • IS5007 | Strategising for Global IT-enabled Business Success | 4
    • IS5116 | Digital Entrepreneurship | 4
    • IS5126 | Hands-on with Applied Analytics | 4
    • IS5128 | Digital Innovation | 4
    • MDG5236 | Pathways to Biomedical Innovation and Enterprise | 2
    • MDG5237 | Biomedical Innovation Capstone | 2
    • ST5227 | Applied Statistical Learning | 4

Graduation Requirements

To graduate from the NUS MSc (Venture Creation) programme, students must meet the following requirements:

• Programme and/or Specialisation: Read and pass a total of 40 Units, comprising:
  • 28 Units of core/essential courses, and
  • 12 Units of elective courses:
    • At least 8 Units from Specialised Electives,
    • Up to 4 Units from Generalised Electives.
• Course and/or Qualification: Not applicable
• Grade Point Average (GPA): Minimum 3.0 (out of maximum 5.0)
• Other: Any other additional requirements that may be prescribed by the Programme Management Committee for MSc (Venture Creation), or the University.

Fees and Financial Assistance

The University reserves all rights to review fees as necessary and adjust accordingly without prior notice.

• Tuition Fee: S$60,000 (excluding GST) / S$65,400 (including 9% GST)
• Financial Assistance: Students in this programme may be eligible to receive funding support from some of the following scholarship and financial assistance schemes:
  • Master of Science (Venture Creation) Scholarship
  • NUS Master's by Coursework Enhanced Tuition Fee Rebate
  • NUS Master's Degree by Coursework Tuition Fee Rebate
  • SkillsFuture Level-Up Programme
  • SkillsFuture Singapore (SSG) Tuition Fee Subsidies
• Application Fee: S$150.00 (excluding GST) / S$163.50 (including 9% GST)
• Acceptance Fee: S$5,000.00 (excluding GST) / S$5,450.00 (including 9% GST)
• Miscellaneous Student Fees: As published by Office of the University Registrar

Programme at a Glance

• Upcoming Event(s): Watch this space for updates!
• Next Intake: AUG 2026
• Application Period: 1 Nov 2025–31 Jan 2026

Frequently Asked Questions

• Is work experience required for admission into the programme?
  • Work experience is not a pre-requisite for admission into the programme. However, because admission to the programme is on a competitive basis, applicants are encouraged to provide, along with their educational qualifications, details of any relevant work experience (including demonstrated involvement in entrepreneurial activities) so that their applications are more complete and representative of their achievements.
• Is a video personal statement compulsory for admission into this programme?
  • From AY2021/2022 intake onwards, video personal statement is no longer compulsory. Instead, shortlisted candidates may be required to complete timed video interview at a later stage.
• What support and funding is available to aspiring student entrepreneurs at NUS?
  • In this area, the MSc (Venture Creation) programme taps on the expertise of NUS Enterprise, which plays a pivotal role in fostering innovation and entrepreneurship among the NUS community, and developing Singapore’s start-up ecosystem. NUS Enterprise spearheads flagship initiatives such as the NUS Overseas College programme and BLOCK71.
• What career support services can NUS offer to graduates of the programme who prefer to enter the workforce instead of becoming entrepreneurs?
  • The Centre for Future-ready Graduates offers career resources that can be accessed by graduating students. The Centre aims to enhance students’ employability and ensure that they are career-ready upon graduation. Some of the support initiatives include career readiness programmes, campus recruitment talks, career fairs, and even one-on-one coaching with a certified career advisor.