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SMU Day, Bangalore (Thurs, 23 Apr 2026)

Infosessions Join us for a full-day event designed to help you explore SMU’s Master’s programmes and fast-track your application. The day includes: •    The GMAT Explained: Insights from GMACTM - the makers of the Exam. •    Resume & Essay Workshop to strengthen your application. •    Small Group Admission Consultations: Receive tailored advice. •    On-the-Spot Interviews: Shortlisted candidates to interview in person. •    AI Workshop: AI as co-thinker - not just a Co-pilot. •    Ask-Me-Anything: Session with SMU Alumni. All attendees will receive an application fee waiver.   You will be able to expedite your application and be guided through the process by the Admissions Team. Eligible candidates* would be shortlisted for an interview with the admission committee.  You are welcome to bring a friend with you.  *Shortlisted candidates will be contacted to confirm their registration status. RSVP: . Type: Information Sessions. Subject: University Events. Audience: Prospective Student. Public. Professionals. Thursday, April 23, 2026, 11:30 AM – 7:15 PM. Ritz-Carlton, 99, Residency Rd, Shanthala Nagar, Ashok Nagar, Bengaluru, Karnataka 560025 Bangalore.

23 Apr 2026 MST Panel Discussion - CLOSING THE LOOP — CROCS’ CIRCULAR ECONOMY JOURNEY. FROM SINGAPORE TO SOUTHEAST ASIA.

Infosessions Singapore is becoming an ideal launchpad for circular innovation in Southeast Asia, and this panel explores how international and local organisations are turning ambition into action. The city state’s Go Green SG 2026 aims to make circular habits part of everyday life, supporting the SG Green Plan’s goal of educating consumers on reducing waste and recycling more effectively. Join the session and hear how policy is translated into public participation, what Crocs’ programme shows about consumer engagement, and how circular initiatives can be modelled across Southeast Asia, while highlighting the emotional connection brands can build through sustainability.   Be part of the conversation and help to close the loop. RSVP: . Event Details: Moderator: Sonny Rosenthal Associate Professor of Sustainability Communication Sonny Rosenthal is an Associate Professor of Sustainability Communication at the College of Integrative Studies at Singapore Management University. He earned his Ph.D. in advertising from The University of Texas at Austin. His research focuses on environmental communication, media effects, and public understanding of science. He is particularly interested in how various media forms influence perceptions of climate change a… Type: Information Sessions. Social & Networking. Webinar & Online Learning. Subject: Urban Management & Sustainability. Social Sciences & Humanities. University Events. Audience: Academic Community. Alumni. Current Student. Incoming Freshmen. Incoming PG Students. Incoming Students. Professionals. Prospective Student. Public. SMU Faculty & Staff. Thursday, April 23, 2026, 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM. This is a hybrid event. In-person Session: Classroom 3-4, Level 3, SMU School of Social Sciences & College of Integrative Studies, 10 Canning Rise, Singapore 179873 Virtual Session: The virtual session will be conducted on Zoom. For security reasons, t. For more info visit smumst.smu.edu.sg.

SMU Masters Coffee Sessions (Jakarta, Indonesia)

Infosessions Hourly Sessions: 10.00am - 8.00pm (Indonesia Time) half-hourly sessions from 10pm – 2pm & 4pm – 8pm. RSVP: . Reserve a seat: https://postgraduate.smu.edu.sg/acton/fs/blocks/showLandingPage/a/11522/p/p-03c1/t/page/fm/1. Event Details: Join us for an insightful session to ​​discover ​​how ​​our SMU Master programmes ​​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. Kindly note that sessions may be conducted in a group settin… Contact: lkcsbpg.admissions@smu.edu.sg. Type: Information Sessions. Subject: Business. Finance & Financial Markets. Audience: Prospective Student. Public. Friday, April 24, 2026, 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM. We will contact you via email to confirm your attendance. The venue details will be shared upon confirmation.

SMU Day, Mumbai (Sat, 25 Apr)

Infosessions Join us for a full-day event designed to help you explore SMU’s Master’s programmes and fast-track your application. The day includes: •    The GMAT Explained: Insights from GMACTM - the makers of the Exam. •    Resume & Essay Workshop to strengthen your application. •    Small Group Admission Consultations: Receive tailored advice. •    On-the-Spot Interviews: Shortlisted candidates to interview in person. •    AI Workshop: AI as co-thinker - not just a Co-pilot. •    Ask-Me-Anything: Session with SMU Alumni. All attendees will receive an application fee waiver.  Read More About the SMU Masters Programmes : here You will be able to expedite your application and be guided through the process by the Admissions Team. Eligible candidates* would be shortlisted for an interview with the admission committee.    *Shortlisted candidates will be contacted to confirm their registration status. RSVP: . Type: Information Sessions. Subject: University Events. Audience: Prospective Student. Public. Professionals. Saturday, April 25, 2026, 11:30 AM – 5:00 PM. Novotel International Airport Hotel, Metro Station, next to Airport, Bori Colony, Marol, Andheri East, Mumbai, Maharashtra 400059.

SMU Day, Delhi (Sun, 26 Apr)

Infosessions Join us for a full-day event designed to help you explore SMU’s Master’s programmes and fast-track your application. The day includes: •    The GMAT Explained: Insights from GMACTM - the makers of the Exam. •    Resume & Essay Workshop to strengthen your application. •    Small Group Admission Consultations: Receive tailored advice. •    On-the-Spot Interviews: Shortlisted candidates to interview in person. •    AI Workshop: AI as co-thinker - not just a Co-pilot. •    Ask-Me-Anything: Session with SMU Alumni. All attendees will receive an application fee waiver.  One Lucky attendee gets a GMAT Official Guide from GMAC.  Read More About the SMU Masters Programmes.  You will be able to expedite your application and be guided through the process by the Admissions Team. Eligible candidates* would be shortlisted for an interview with the admission committee.  You are welcome to bring a friend with you. *Shortlisted candidates will be contacted to confirm their registration status. RSVP: . Type: Information Sessions. Subject: University Events. Audience: Prospective Student. Public. Professionals. Sunday, April 26, 2026, 11:30 AM – 5:15 PM. The Lalit Delhi, Fire Brigade Lane, Barakhamba, New Delhi, Delhi 110001.

SMU Masters Coffee Sessions (Manila, Philippines)

Infosessions Hourly Sessions: 7.00pm - 8.30pm (Philippine Time) (Half-hourly sessions). RSVP: . Reserve a seat: https://postgraduate.smu.edu.sg/acton/fs/blocks/showLandingPage/a/11522/p/p-03c2/t/page/fm/1. Event Details: Join us for an insightful session to ​​discover ​​how ​​our SMU Master programmes ​​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. Kindly note that sessions may be conducted in a group settin… Contact: lkcsbpg.admissions@smu.edu.sg. Type: Information Sessions. Subject: Business. Finance & Financial Markets. Audience: Prospective Student. Public. Tuesday, April 28, 2026, 7:30 PM – 8:30 PM. We will contact you via email to confirm your attendance. The venue details will be shared upon confirmation.

SOSS Seminar | Why Staging Matters in Global Diplomacy: Reflections on the Bandung Conference of 1955

In 2014, I published an article in Modern Asian Studies, my first iteration on the framework of 'diplomacy as theatre’ which uses the theatre analogy to deconstruct diplomatic events. In this seminar, I will revisit the original framework and share with the group how the application of such an analytical framework on the Bandung Conference of 1955 (Konperensi Asia-Afrika) came to have an impact on the way we think about symbolic meanings embedded in such an event. By focusing on the ‘staging’ of the Bandung Conference — we will consider methodological questions such as how do we study the ‘staging’ of a diplomatic event, what are the historical sources we need, and how do interpret them? As ‘staging’ privileges the ‘place’ where diplomacy takes place, it opens up new perspectives which prompt us to consider a wider range of actors, spaces, and practices in understanding global diplomacy. Crucially, what are the pros and cons of these approaches? How does studying aspects such as the staging of the conference… Contact: socsc_seminar@smu.edu.sg. Speaker Details: SPEAKER , Naoko Shimazu Professor and Deputy Director University of Tokyo Naoko Shimazu is Professor and Deputy Director at Tokyo College, Institute of Advanced Study, University of Tokyo since August 2023. She is a global historian of Asia, with interests in the cultural history of global diplomacy. She is completing a range of work on the cultural history of global diplomacy, including Cold War Asia: A Visual History of Global Diplomacy, edited with Matthew Phillips (Cambridge University Press,… RSVP: . Reserve a seat: https://forms.office.com/r/dX5qtC7gFt. Type: Seminars & Workshops. Subject: Social Sciences & Humanities. Audience: Public. Academic Community. Alumni. Current Student. SMU Faculty & Staff. Thursday, April 30, 2026, 4:00 PM – 5:30 PM. SMU School of Social Sciences & College of Integrative Studies Seminar Room 1-3, Level 1 10 Canning Rise, Singapore 179873. For more info visit forms.office.com.

MST Sample Class: From Algorithms to Action: The promises and perils of AI for environmental impact

Infosessions This class introduces students to the practical use of Large Language Models (LLMs) and agentic AI systems for addressing real-world sustainability challenges. You will explore how AI is increasingly used in sustainability reporting and risk disclosure. Through guided demonstrations, we will estimate CO₂ emissions using both manual and AI-assisted approaches. Moving beyond compliance-driven disclosure, the class also frames sustainability management as a strategic business edge that helps firms reduce costs, strengthen supply-chain visibility, and differentiate products.   Crucially, you will also learn about AI’s own footprint. Responsible use of AI entails understanding the energy, water, and social impacts associated with the embodied and operational demands of data centers. Dive into the intersection of planetary boundaries, human flourishing, and responsible innovation. RSVP: . Event Details: Speaker: Andrew Koh, Senior Lecturer, SMU Andrew Koh is a Senior Lecturer of Computer Science in the College of Integrative Studies at Singapore Management University, where he mentors students in developing individualized majors. His current teaching focuses on applying generative AI to sustainability management and broader societal challenges. Drawing on experience across the non-profit, corporate, and governmental sectors, he brings an integrative perspective that he seeks to instil in his stude… Type: Seminars & Workshops. Talks & Forums. Webinar & Online Learning. Information Sessions. Subject: Urban Management & Sustainability. Information Technology & Systems. Audience: Academic Community. Alumni. Current Student. Incoming Freshmen. Prospective Student. Professionals. Partners. Incoming Students. Incoming PG Students. SMU Faculty & Staff. Public. Thursday, April 30, 2026, 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM. This is a hybrid event. In-person Session: Seminar Room 3-1, Level 3, SMU School of Social Sciences & College of Integrative Studies, 10 Canning Rise, Singapore 179873 Virtual Session: The virtual session will be conducted on Zoom. For more info visit smumst.smu.edu.sg.

14 May 2026 MST Virtual Information Session

Infosessions In a world where sustainability has transcended trends to become a global imperative, your passion and insight can find a higher purpose. Inspired by the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), SMU proudly introduces the groundbreaking Master of Sustainability (MST). The MST stands as a pioneer, weaving together the robust research and educational expertise of SMU, offering an inter-disciplinary postgraduate curriculum that addresses the ever-evolving landscape of sustainability roles across diverse sectors. Our goal is clear: to empower you with the skills and insights needed to become a true leader in sustainability.  Don't miss this opportunity to embark on a transformative journey. Join our upcoming information session on the Master of Sustainability, taking place on 14 May 2026. Discover more about the programme, gain valuable insights, and learn how to embark on this exciting path towards a sustainable future. RSVP: . Reserve a seat: https://smumst.smu.edu.sg/acton/media/45772/AO-IS-LP-Virtual-Information-Session-May-2026. Contact: mst@smu.edu.sg. Type: Information Sessions. Talks & Forums. Webinar & Online Learning. Subject: Urban Management & Sustainability. Audience: Alumni. Current Student. Prospective Student. Professionals. Incoming PG Students. Public. SMU Faculty & Staff. Thursday, May 14, 2026, 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM. This is a virtual session and it will be conducted on Zoom. For security reasons, the login details will be shared 2 days before the session.