Diploma in Business Management

Master essential business competencies like analytics and user-centred design. This is the only business diploma offering dual specialisations from Year 2, with new tracks in Business Psychology and AI & Business Digitalisation.

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Where business leaders are made.

Net Aggregate Range

ELR2B2-B (2026 JAE) 5 to 14 points

ELMAB3 (2026 PFP) 3 to 8 points

diploma

Stand out with dual specialisations and global-ready skills

Widest range of specialisations

The only business diploma that lets you pursue dual specialisations in year 2 – including Business Psychology, AI & Business Digitalisation, and International Business.

Get industry-recognised before you graduate

Attain industry-recognised certificates from big names like Alibaba, Institute for Human Resource Professionals (IHRP), and more while studying at NYP.

Go global

Gain a global edge with internships, study exchanges, and overseas trips in over 20 countries with more than 65 partner universities in Switzerland, Germany, and South Korea.

Learn to navigate a dynamic, technology-driven business world, and build your business acumen through our dual-track programme.

You will become professionals who are:

Agile. Enterprising. Multidisciplinary.

Develop fundamental business competencies and critical skills such as analytics and user-centred design. Excel in the digital age – and on the global stage.

With dual specialisations in your second year of education, boost your versatility across industries:

First Specialisation (Core)	Second Specialisation (Cross-Function)
E-Commerce & Retail Management Human Capital Management Supply Chain & Logistics Management Marketing & Digital Communication	Business Psychology ^NEW Artificial Intelligence (AI) & Business Digitalisation ^NEW International Business Management

At the end of this diploma course, you’ll gain these four core course competencies on top of your dual specialisations:

Business Collaboration
Business Communication & Innovation
Business Intelligence & Data Science
Business Operations & Resource Management

23 Competency Units
Within each Competency Unit, the skills and knowledge of different disciplines are integrated and taught holistically. This enables learners to fulfil specific work tasks upon completion.
6 Course Competencies
Each Course Competency consists of a collection of Competency Units that develop specific learning outcomes and competencies.
2 Competency Canvases
Each Competency Canvas consists of a collection of Competency Units and a Work-Integration Unit (WIU), which is a workplace-contextualised project. Competency Canvases help learners develop and demonstrate their abilities to perform work tasks at a higher proficiency.
1 Teaching Enterprise Project
1 Internship Programme
6 - 11 LifePRO Units ^NEW
These learning units will support your holistic development beyond your domain-specific studies.

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Course Curriculum

This course adopts the new Professional Competency Model. Every student will gain additional certifications from Alibaba, Institute of Human Resource Professionals (IHRP), Oracle, SHOPLINE, and Workato.

Learning Units

Application of Business Fundamentals Applied Economics for Business Applied Statistics for Business Business IT & Spreadsheet Modelling Financial Accounting & Interpretation International Business Analysis Marketing Professional Business Communication Strategic Business Communication User-Centred Design

WIU
Learning Units

Data Science Fundamentals and Analytics Financial Management & Analysis People & Team Management Stakeholder Relationship Management

WIU

Specialisation Competency Units

You will take the following units based on your first specialisation.

E-commerce & Retail Management
Omnichannel Management & Analytics Retail Buying & Category Management Retail Management & Visual Merchandising Retail Strategy & Sustainability ProjectWIU

Human Capital Management
HR Planning & Practices ProjectWIU Performance & Rewards Management Talent Attraction & Employee Relations Talent Development & Management

Supply Chain & Logistics Management
International Freight Management Supply Chain Solutioning ProjectWIU Supply Chain Technologies & Operations Warehouse Management & Analytics

Marketing & Digital Communication
Brand Management Digital Marketing & Analytics Public Relations & Communication Integrated Marketing Communication ProjectWIU

WIU

You will take the following units based on your second specialisation.

AI & Business Digitalisation ^NEW
Business App Development with Low Code Responsible AI for Sustainability

Business Psychology ^NEW
Essentials of Business Psychology Consumer Behaviour & Psychology

International Business Management
Global Citizenry & Cultural Intelligence International Operations Management

WIU
Learning Units

Innovation & Entrepreneurship ProjectWIU Innovation & Viable Business Development Internship ProgrammeWIU Teaching Enterprise Project (Practicum)WIU

WIU

Specialisation Competency Units

You will take the following units based on your first specialisation.

E-Commerce & Retail Management
Social Commerce

Human Capital Management
HR Digitalisation & Analytics

Supply Chain & Logistics Management
Purchasing & Global Sourcing

Marketing & Digital Communication
Market Research & Consumer Insights

WIU

You will take the following units based on your second specialisation.

AI & Business Digitalisation ^NEW
E-Business App Development Predictive Analytics & Forecasting

Business Psychology ^NEW
Applied Psychology in User Experience (UX) Organisational Psychology & Change Management

International Business Management
International Business Strategy Trade Governance & Compliance

WIU
As part of your three‑year diploma journey at NYP, you will take LifePRO Units (LPUs)^NEWalongside your course learning units for a well‑rounded experience. Through a mix of prescribed and elective LPUs, you will build life skills beyond your discipline and prepare for work and life after graduation.

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Year 1

Year 2

You will take the following units based on your first specialisation.

You will take the following units based on your second specialisation.

Year 3

You will take the following units based on your first specialisation.

You will take the following units based on your second specialisation.

LifePRO Units

As part of your three‑year diploma journey at NYP, you will take LifePRO Units (LPUs)^NEWalongside your course learning units for a well‑rounded experience. Through a mix of prescribed and elective LPUs, you will build life skills beyond your discipline and prepare for work and life after graduation.

See LPU descriptions

OPPORTUNITIES

Nurturing you to be future-ready

University Pathway Programme

Fast-track your university journey with our pathways to Singapore Management University (SMU) and Nanyang Technological University (NTU). Earn credit exemptions when you complete two (2) university modules in your final year, under SMU School of Accountancy or NTU Nanyang Business School. This enables you to take fewer modules at SMU or NTU, and graduate with one of the following degrees in under three years:

SMU Bachelor of Accountancy
NTU Bachelor of Business (Single Major)
NTU Bachelor of Business (Double Major)
NTU Bachelor of Accountancy
NTU Bachelor of Accountancy (Sustainability Management and Analytics)
NTU Bachelor of Applied Computing in Finance
NTU Bachelor of Business (Single Major) with Second Major in Entrepreneurship
NTU Bachelor of Business (Single Major) with Second Major in Sustainability
NTU Bachelor of Accountancy with Second Major in Entrepreneurship
NTU Bachelor of Accountancy with Second Major in Sustainability
NTU Bachelor of Accountancy with a Minor in Digitalisation and Data Analytics
NTU Double Degree in Accountancy and Business
NTU Double Degree in Accountancy and Business with Second Major in Entrepreneurship
NTU Double Degree in Business and Computer Science
NTU Double Degree in Business and Computer Engineering
NTU Double Degree in Accountancy & Data Science and Artificial Intelligence

Overseas Programmes

Expand your global horizons during our overseas study exchanges and educational trips, which range from 1 week to 1 semester. Explore diverse business landscapes, stay at the forefront of international trends, and connect with international peers and industry partners.

Under NYP's Overseas Student Exchange Programme (OSEP), study abroad for one semester in one of 66 University partners in over 20 countries, such as France, Germany, Switzerland, Finland, South Korea, Japan, and more.
Participate in overseas internships with reputable companies such as Hong Kong Disneyland, Walt Disney World Resort (Orlando), The Ritz-Carlton Hong Kong, and Xpressflower Philippines.
Join our annual overseas learning programme to Osaka & Kyoto, Japan! Embark on a business field study & research and develop unique business ideas and strategies. You'll also get to immerse in Japanese culture through cross-cultural interaction and workshops.

Catch the experiences of our 2023 batch of globetrotters here.

DBM student Kua Ming Searn participating in community service together with other international students during OSEP at Tama University, Japan in 2023.

A DBM student takes the stage alongside Rakugo performer Sayoshime, bringing endless laughter to the audience with traditional Japanese verbal comedy!

DBM students and Vietnamese FPT University students co-presenting and exchanging views on business, people & culture. They also enjoyed basket boat rides at the UNESCO World Heritage site of Hoi An Ancient City!

Industry Collaborations

We forge partnerships with industry leaders for you to acquire business competencies and bring lessons to life. With every professional industry encounter, you will build your network, glimpse future trends, acquire the practical skills you need to thrive, and prepare for the future of work.

Look forward to opportunities like our Teaching Enterprise Programme (TEP), where you will work with industry leaders such as Amazon, Alibaba, DBS, FedEx, Raffles Hotel, and more – for a chance to learn from the best.

Students enjoyed an industry sharing session by Alibaba.

MILO Brand Challenge 2025

Our Marketing students conceptualised a campaign for Nestlé’s Milo Boost Up, a coffee-infused Milo variant. The groups developed creative marketing strategies tailored to the brand’s objectives, and our top teams pitched directly to Nestlé’s Senior Brand Manager at SBM@L.IvE 2025.

Besides strengthening their skills in campaign planning, professional pitching, and brand storytelling, our students learn to manage client expectations and the dynamic demands of the marketing industry.

Our top teams presented their campaign concept to Nestlé’s Senior Brand Manager and received some special Milo merchandise for their efforts!

CAG Service Innovation Challenge 2025

At the Changi Airport Group (CAG) Service Innovation Challenge 2025, our Year 2 DBM learners specialising in Customer Experience & Relationship Management gained authentic experience in delivering client-facing projects.

They tackled real-world problems using service management principles, analysed operational pain points, mapped existing service processes, and proposed innovative and feasible enhancements to improve the overall airport experience. Our top five groups even presented their solutions directly to CAG at their corporate office!

Our Top 5 finalist teams of the Changi Airport Group (CAG) Service Innovation Challenge 2025 presented their service improvement proposals to Changi Airport Group (CAG) management.

Sustainability in Business

Sustainability is a key business concern today, and we are committed to nurturing leaders who understand its importance and are equipped to drive positive change. You will learn how to integrate sustainability considerations into business models and collaborate to drive eco-friendly initiatives.

Our service-learning initiatives, such as the Joint Poly-ITE Retail Seminar & Career Fair 2024, allow you to apply this knowledge for social impact while cultivating a spirit of empathy, teamwork, and leadership – essential skills for modern businesses.

NYP’s student representative, Chen Lee Ling Chloe, with her peers from different polytechnics and ITEs sharing their perspectives in a panel discussion at the Joint Poly-ITE Retail Seminar & Career Fair 2024.

“We got to hear insightful and meaningful information about sustainability and how companies and individuals could do their parts. My favourite segment was the panel discussion where students from each poly and ITE shared their views on sustainability and how each individual could make a difference. I am very glad to have been able to participate and attend the retail seminar!” - Shernise Quek Rui En (E-Commerce & Retail Management and Event Management)

Competitions

Validate your business expertise and boost your confidence. Connect with like-minded peers to foster lifelong friendships through collaboration and competition.

Supported by a faculty with deep industry experience, you will have the opportunity to make your mark in local and international competitions such as WorldSkills.

WorldSkills Singapore 2025

At WorldSkills Singapore 2025, Lucas Phang and Huang Ting (Specialisation in Supply Chain Management) demonstrated professionalism and precision as they tackled real-world logistics challenges, such as completing freight documentation under strict requirements. Their outstanding performance earned them a Medallion of Excellence, a mark of world-class competence in global freight operations.

Huang Ting and Lucas in action tackling real-world freight challenges during WorldSkills 2025 - Freight Forwarding Challenge.

Huang Ting and Lucas tackled real-world freight challenges during WorldSkills 2025 - Freight Forwarding Challenge and won the Medallion for Excellence.

SUSS Brand Challenge 2025

Three DBM learners specialising in Marketing and Digital Communications emerged as champions at the SUSS Brand Challenge 2025 and earned provisional offers to pursue a Bachelor of Science in Marketing with Minor at the Singapore University of Social Sciences (SUSS)!

The team applied their Brand Management knowledge for NKF’s kidney health campaign. From conducting brand audits and refining positioning strategies to conceptualising creative campaigns, the team proposed the "Don’t NEY-glect the KID!" campaign, targeting both youth and adults through a mascot, escape room, social media, themed MRT cabins, and posters.

Jolin Chua, Deonna Lim, Eden Tay (center) with NYP lecturers at the SUSS Brand Challenge 2025.

SHRI HR Hackathon 2025

Learners from both School of Business and Design & Media teamed up to compete in this Singapore Human Resource Institute’s HR Hackathon 2025. Together, they walked away with both the champion and first runner-up positions.

The champion team, HR Hustlers, created the CARE+ system and an app to tackle various HR challenges for nurses. The first runner-up team, Workforce Wizards, created 5Bites – an app for quick service restaurants to provide HR solutions for F&B service crew.

Our champion team (Rachel Wong, Leong Jia Xuan, Trisha Seah, Remus Lim, Jazel Wong) receiving their award from SHRI CEO Alvin Aloysius Goh.

Group photo of Team NYP with SHRI President Low Peck Kem and fellow IHL competitors.

Heartland Innovation Challenge 2025

Through our meaningful collaboration with the Federation of Merchants’ Associations Singapore (FMAS), 28 student teams from the School of Business Management and School of Design & Media joined the Heartland Innovation Challenge 2025 – where they co-create business solutions for 14 heartland enterprises to attract younger consumers.

Two teams stood out with their innovative and enterprising solutions:

refreshed the heartland business’s identity with a cool, youthful vibe that connects with younger audiences, and reimagined how products or services are experienced to deliver unique, memorable, and emotionally engaging interactions.
leveraged trending social platforms to position a heartland business as a social media sensation.

Besides uplifting heartland businesses, this initiative gave students the opportunity to apply their knowledge and develop solutions that give back to society.

Learners from Business Management and Design & Media with the owner of TS Yong Trading. List of students: Glen Ng Wei Xiang, Illysha Andriana Binte Izzhar, Koey Xian Wei, Ong Shi Lin, Francine Tan Jing Yin, Leong Yu Feng, Darius, Ng Jia Hui, Sharvin S/O Narayanasamy Naidu, Wang Xinzhe (Credit: Lian He Zao Bao)

Our winning teams receiving the Fresh Brand Vibes and Social Media Buzz Awards for the Heartland Innovative Challenge 2025. (Photo credit/left: Lian He Zao Bao)

Supply Chain Challenge++ 2025 

DBM students in the Supply Chain & Logistics Management specialisation clinched 2nd and 3rd runner-up awards at the Supply Chain Challenge (SCC++) 2025. Through showcasing their analytical acumen, creative problem-solving abilities, and effective presentation skills, our young professionals have exemplified their talents and tenacity.

Our Supply Chain Challenge 2025 winners with lecturer Mr Herry Zulfahdly (back). (Photo credit/left: Lian He Zao Bao)

Internships

Gain hands-on experience, build professional networks, and receive mentorship from industry experts. Appreciate organisational dynamics, refine your problem-solving abilities, and make informed career decisions. Your internships will provide you with a competitive edge, preparing you for leadership roles and advancing your career prospects in the business world.

Distinguish yourself to future employers and gain a competitive edge in the business world with reputable companies such as:

Changi Airport Group
Commonwealth Capital Pte Ltd
DBS Bank
DHL Global Forwarding (Singapore) Pte Ltd
Mapletree Investments Pte Ltd

Nike Global Trading Pte Ltd
PERSOLKELLY Singapore Pte Ltd
ST Microelectronics Asia Pacific
South Beach International Hotel Management Pte Ltd

Plus, catapult your career when you excel in your 24-week internship programme with reputable names like Raffles Hotel and Wing Tai Holdings.

As part of SBM’s exclusive Accelerated Management Trainee Programme (AMTP), you will get to master business management skills through a specially-curated career progression pathway. This programme is designed to fast-track you into management roles with higher starting salaries.

Nur Qistina (first from right) acquired both industry work experience and life skills at SMRT.

"Success should not just be about climbing the corporate ladder but about uplifting those around us. Find purpose in your career, reshape it, and leave the organisation stronger than you found it." – Nur Qistina, Class of 2025. Learn more about her experience.

University Foundation Programme

From critical thinking and professional writing to pre-university subjects, build the knowledge and skills you will need to help prepare for your university matriculation.

You’ll have multiple pathways after graduation

Pursue a degree

Get advanced standing for courses at local and overseas universities. Our graduates have pursued degrees at:

Nanyang Technological University
National University of Singapore
Singapore Management University
Singapore Institute of Technology
Singapore University of Social Sciences

Kickstart your career

Our graduates are highly sought after in dynamic industries, with rewarding careers in E-Commerce & Retail Management, Marketing, Supply Chain, Customer Experience & Relationship Management, and more.

Advance your diploma

Pursue post-diploma opportunities, including specialist diplomas, industry-recognised certifications, and work-study programmes.

PARTNERS

Who's on board with us

The new PCM-based course will strengthen the curriculum and equip business graduates with the knowledge and skills the retail industry will need. By developing crucial retail strategy skills, with further focus on sustainability and the use of Big Data to improve the buying process, graduates of this course will be skilled to meet the demands of the industry. Read more

Jayne Koh

Director, IORA Group

We are happy to share on the successful completion of our Employer Branding project with CareerLink, a Teaching Enterprise Project (TEP) Centre under the School of Business Management. Their unwavering commitment, and relentless pursuit of excellence have been instrumental in making this collaboration a success. The students' motivation and enthusiasm further highlighted the school's ability to inspire and nurture talent. We look forward to our continued partnerships with NYP and are confident that their exceptional approach will consistently deliver outstanding results for any project they undertake. Read more

Wendy Lian

Manager, Human Resources, SMRT Corporation Ltd

Thank you for this partnership. I have learnt from the project team, and I like the work the team delivered. The analysis is very useful for my current recruitment campaign, where I can make the marketing dollar work harder with a targeted marketing message to reach out to the specific groups of audience. The team has also impressed me with your very professional presentation and survey questionnaire, and your creativity in reaching out to the potential respondents. Kudos to the team! Read more

Cecilia Ching

Senior Vice President, Community Development and Partnership, DBS Bank Ltd

We are happy to work with Nanyang Polytechnic (NYP) to provide cloud computing and AI education, we aim to provide students not only with cutting-edge insights but also with the hands-on experience necessary to fuel tomorrow's innovations. This endeavour highlights Alibaba Cloud's unwavering dedication and investment in cultivating digital talent globally. Read more

Choong Hon Keat

Country Manager, Alibaba Cloud Intelligence Group (Singapore)

I have worked with NYP for several years and have always been impressed by the students' creativity and drive. We engaged NYP to develop an interactive e-learning solution for one of our mandatory training programmes, and the team delivered an innovative product incorporating a mix of technology and fresh ideas. It has been a pleasure working with NYP, and I look forward to future collaborations. Read more

Audrey Chin

HR Business Partner Leader, FairPrice Group

Mohammed Aizam Bin Abdul Rahman

Class of 2022 • Specialisation in E-Commerce & Retail Management and International Business Class of 2022 • Specialisation in E-Commerce & Retail Management and International Business

I benefitted a lot from many exciting workshops such as Youth Mental Wellness Workshops, Exam Preparation Talk, and learning journeys. I had an enriching final-year internship at a Shanghai start-up, and also served as President of NYP’s Community Service Club. I was also thrilled to be awarded the prestigious NYP Scholarship during my studies at NYP. Thank you, NYP!

A Public Service Commission scholar, Aizam is currently pursuing a degree in Liberal Arts at Northwestern University (USA). He joined NYP via the Early Admissions Exercise (ITE Pathway).
Robin Goh

Class of 2013 • Diploma in Business Management (Retail Management) Class of 2013 • Diploma in Business Management (Retail Management)

NYP built the entrepreneurial mindset that gave me the confidence to start and sustain multiple businesses across different industries. Besides gaining a strong foundation that continues to guide how I build and scale my businesses today, I learnt to develop new business models, think critically, and execute ideas fast.

Robin won the Entrepreneur of the Year Award for Business Resilience in 2022. The multi-business owner leads JNR Entertainment, SGCarDeals, SGEscapeRoom.com and other ventures in Singapore and the UAE.
Gwyneth Koh

Class of 2025 • Specialisation in Supply Chain & Logistics Management + International Business Management Class of 2025 • Specialisation in Supply Chain & Logistics Management + International Business Management

NYP has built my resilience, leadership, and adaptability – from leading community service projects to representing NYP at WorldSkills Singapore. My eye-opening overseas exchange in South Korea broadened my global perspective and taught me how to engage with diverse cultures. These experiences have not only deepened my academic interest but also prepared me to approach challenges with a broader worldview, ready to contribute meaningfully to my university life and beyond.

Gwyneth received the Mapletree Investments Award Silver Medal for her stellar academic performance. She is an undergraduate studying Business Administration at the National University of Singapore (NUS).

TESTIMONIALS

Real experiences, real results

Get the inside scoop – students’ insights, experiences, and stories! Learn about the heartbeat of student life at NYP in their own words.

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Connect, create & celebrate innovation & entrepreneurship

Join more than 800 students in our annual flagship event - SBM@L.IvE (stylised from "alive"), where students share fresh ideas, explore possibilities, and show what they can do.

Empowering learners to grow, explore, and thrive

Since 2023, SBM@L.IvE has brought students together to tackle business challenges. Our dare-dreamers and go-getters sharpen their skills, build networks, and learn collaboratively.

A space to Connect, Create & Collaborate

Students are welcome to explore business ideas, even after graduation! Here, our Alumni Elson Kee and design student Shelby Teo teamed up to create tote bags and t-shirt designs.

Showcase of Innovation

Through interactions at SBM@L.IvE, our enterprising learners also get to validate their ideas, test their business models, and improve their go-to-market strategies.

Gain invaluable insights and tips to take on the business world!

Alumni and industry partners in leading fields were also invited to share their experiences – from global trends, startup insights and innovation in today’s digital world.

Encouraging Green shopping at the Retail Entrepreneurship Fair 2023

More than 100 students took on the role of inspiring future retail leaders. They captured sustainability principles through creative store set-ups and innovative products.

“Live” action

Through live streaming, viewers were introduced to eco-friendly products and the ‘behind the scenes’ of the event set-up. This amplified the fair’s impact beyond its physical compound at the Atrium.

Sustainability and style meet more than 2,000 participants

Those who attended the physical event browsed and shopped for eco-conscious and creative designs, ranging from phone cases made from repurposed denim to sustainable resin coasters.

Facilities

Explore. Learn. Grow.

Business Research and Services Centre

From market research to customer analytics, the BRSC provides a comprehensive platform for students to understand consumer behaviour and insights through industry projects.

CareerLink

Students provide a suite of HR services for industry partners in this campus-based centre – including employer branding and workplace learning.

Customer Experience and Analytics Centre

At CEAC, students collaborate with industry leaders in sectors from electronics to wealth management to develop strategies that improve customer experience.

Omni Channel Retail Centre (OCRC)

With an online store, AI-enabled unmanned store and e-commerce lab, OCRC allows students to work with industry to nail the essentials of omnichannel retail.