SMU Postgraduate Professional Programmes Coffee Sessions (Manila, Philippines)
Alumni
Hourly Sessions: Tuesday, 12 May 2026
5pm - 8pm
Wednesday, 13 May 2026
12pm - 8pm. RSVP: . Reserve a seat: https://calendly.com/smupgpp/smu-consultation-manila-may2026. Event Details: Join us for an insightful session to discover how our programmes, with a strong focus on leadership and management can support your personal and professional aspirations.
Our Admissions Advisor will speak with you directly to provide detailed guidance on the application process and to discuss the financial aid and scholarship opportunities that may be available to you.
For a pre-application assessment, please bring along a copy of your resume for a personalised review. Kindl… Contact: mitb@smu.edu.sg. Type: Information Sessions. Subject: Business. Economics. Finance & Financial Markets. Innovation & Entrepreneurship. Leadership. Operations Management. Organisational Behaviour. Analytics for Business, Consumer & Social Insights. Strategic Management. Audience: Prospective Student. Public.
Tuesday, May 12, 2026, 5:00 PM – Wednesday, May 13, 2026, 8:00 PM.
Fairmont Makati
1, Raffles Drive, Makati Ave, Makati City,
1224 Metro Manila, Philippines.
SMU Female Founders Learning Exchange
We heard you loud and clear. You value mentoring that shows up as community and practical business lessons, and it’s with this intent that we are shaping our programme.
We’re excited to launch the first in a series of Learning Exchange: small, intimate, dynamic sessions designed to tackle real business challenges with a focus on female entrepreneurs.
The theme for our first Learning Exchange is “Empowering Growth: Navigating Opportunities Together.”
Overall Host: Kashmira Chawak (MCM 2016), Founder, Storyboard Strategic Communications
We will have 3 breakout sessions:
1. Government Grants and Support Featured Host: Lynn Kee (BBM 2008) Founder, DrBags, supported by Joanna Teo (BSc ISM 2007 & MITB 2024) Founder, Attribute Data.
2. Pathways for Expanding Overseas Featured Host: Joy Lim (BAcc & BBM 2006) Founder and CEO, Tomal Global.
3. Secrets to Hiring and Managing a Distributed Team across Indonesia, Malaysia, and the Philippines Featured Host: Lisa Ti (MPA 2024) Founder, Clean Concience, supported by Tizi…
Contact: fabianchong@smu.edu.sg. RSVP: . Type: Seminars & Workshops. Talks & Forums. Subject: Leadership. Audience: Alumni. Interest/Affinity Group: SMU Founders Alumni Group.
Thursday, May 14, 2026, 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
SMU ALCove.
SMU Leadership PowerUP: An Exclusive Conversation with Edmund Lin
Strategy in a Time of Uncertainty: How Leaders Make Big Bets in Unpredictable Times, The leaders who shape industries don't wait for certainty. They act on conviction. PowerUP at an exclusive session with Edmund Lin, Chairman at Bain & Company and SMU Trustee, as he unpacks how the world's most consequential organisations make bold decisions when the path forward is anything but clear. With over three decades advising the world's leading financial institutions on growth strategy, transformation, and M&A across Asia, Europe, and the United States, Edmund brings unparalleled authority to one of leadership's hardest questions: how do you commit to a bold direction when the future is unpredictable? This is not a theoretical conversation. It is frontline experience, hard-won conviction, and strategic clarity from one of the most respected figures in global financial services consulting. Drawing out the best of Edmund's insights is Ho Shyn Yee (BBM 2004), SMU alumna and seasoned leader across hospitality,…
Contact: fabianchong@smu.edu.sg. RSVP: By Invitation Only. Type: Conferences & Symposiums. Subject: Economics. Leadership. International. Audience: Alumni.
Thursday, May 14, 2026, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
SMU Mentoring Navigator 2026: Mentoring Evening
Contact: zaccheng@smu.edu.sg. RSVP: . Type: Social & Networking. Subject: University Events. Audience: Alumni. Current Student.
Wednesday, May 20, 2026, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Connecting Talents 2026
Do you remember that one piece of advice—or that one unexpected connection—that helped shape your career after graduation? Now is your chance to be that connection for our current students. On behalf of the Dato Kho Hui Meng Career Center Postgraduate team (DKHMCC-PG), we are delighted to invite you to our annual CONNECTING TALENTS Networking Event. ✨ Why join us?
🌟 Inspire and guide students through your real-world experiences
🤝 Build meaningful connections within your alumni community
💼 Exchange perspectives across industries and career paths, Let’s come together to strengthen our alumni network and empower the next generation of talent. Please select the session you are interested in. Eligible alumni are welcome to sign up for both events.
Contact: fabianchong@smu.edu.sg. RSVP: . Type: Seminars & Workshops. Subject: Business. Communication & Marketing. Leadership. Learning & Professional Development. University Events. Audience: Alumni. SMU Faculty & Staff. Public.
Friday, May 22, 2026, 6:30 PM – 9:00 PM.
SMU Li Ka Shing Library, Quiet Area, Level 5.
SMU Alumni Gathering in Seoul
RSVP: . Type: Social & Networking. Subject: University Events. Audience: Alumni.
Friday, May 29, 2026, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
South Korea, Seoul.
SMU Mentoring Pinnacle with DBS 2026: Mentee Briefing & Networking
Contact: jasmineler@smu.edu.sg. RSVP: . Type: Social & Networking. Subject: University Events. Audience: Alumni.
Monday, July 13, 2026, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
SMU Mentoring Pinnacle with DBS 2026: Kickoff
Contact: jasmineler@smu.edu.sg. RSVP: . Type: Social & Networking. Subject: University Events. Audience: Alumni. Current Student.
Thursday, July 23, 2026, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
SMU Mentoring Navigator 2026: Closing
Contact: zaccheng@smu.edu.sg. RSVP: . Type: Social & Networking. Subject: University Events. Audience: Alumni. Current Student.
Wednesday, July 29, 2026, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM.