Master
Course Overview
The Master in Boundary-Crossing Learning and Leadership (MBX) is a novel, transdisciplinary-focused, cutting-edge, and innovative post-graduate programme that was created with focus on cross-boundary change, leadership, learning, and innovation.
It is based on the understanding of the dynamic and rapidly evolving external environment where the constant and disruptive shifts in the global environment and the changing nature of work demands an equally rapid and in-depth up-skilling to handle such a context.
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Note: This is a Part-Time Programme.
Why Choose this Programme?
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Flexibility in time management
Complete 2 core GCs and 2 elective GCs within eight semesters, or four years
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Industry mentorship
Work with industry mentors to enhance practice applicability and extend your industry links and networks
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Adult Learner-Centered Teaching and Learning
You will participate in learning and pedagogical innovation developed by IAL.
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Stand-Alone Qualifications at Multiple Exit Points
On successful completion of the courses in each graduate certificate, you will receive the graduate certificate for the subject domain covered. You may continue with the MBX or exit the programme early, armed with the graduate certificate qualification you have achieved
Who is MBX Suitable for?
This Master's programme targets the following:
- People managers and developers in leadership positions within enterprises
- Organisational Development professionals
- Learning and Development professionals
- Training and Adult Education professionals, especially the middle management tier of leaders
- Faculty and leaders of Institutes of Higher Learning
who play a direct or concurrent role as organisational Change-makers, to strategise, lead and cope with a highly disruptive world.
What Does MBX Cover?
Ignite your sense of purpose and professional growth with the Master in Boundary-Crossing Learning and Leadership (MBX) programme at the Institute for Adult Learning (IAL). This structured and flexible educational pathway is designed to equip you with the skills and mindset needed to lead across disciplines and drive meaningful change.
The MBX qualification comprises 60 credit units (cu), beginning with two core compulsory Graduate Certificates (15 cu each), completed sequentially. From there, learners choose between two specialised tracks:
- Learning, Innovation and Enterprise Leadership Track
- Adult Learning Track
Each track includes two elective Graduate Certificates (15 cu each). Learners who pursue the Adult Learning Track will also earn a Graduate Diploma in Adult Learning (GDALL) as part of their journey.
Explore the infographic below for a visual breakdown of the MBX structure and pathways.
Graduate Certificate Pathway
The Graduate Certificates within the Master in Boundary Crossing Learning and Leadership are open for application as individual Graduate Certificates, offering a flexible pathway with the opportunity to stack the Graduate Certificates towards the Master qualification as well.
Entry Requirements
Prerequisites
An undergraduate degree or equivalent qualification from a recognised university
Have at least 2 years of working experience
Applicants will be required to provide a full CV detailing their work experience
Applicants are also required to submit a personal statement of interest and reasons for choosing this programme in Word Document format (1 Page)
This programme is currently unable to take in international students, i.e., you must be a Singapore citizen, permanent resident or a resident in Singapore (e.g., Employment Pass holder) in order to apply for admission.
Please note that all applications are still subject to School review and approval, and that entry is not automatically guaranteed even if one meets the programme's prerequisites.
Skills
Effective verbal and written communication skills that meets the English Language Proficiency Requirements (ELPR)* if your undergraduate degree is not awarded by an English-medium university, or your undergraduate degree is awarded by an English-medium university but the language of instruction was not English
* at least an IELTS (Academic) score of 6.5, or a TOEFL score of 580 (paper-based) or 85 (internet-based), or a PTE Academic score of 58, or C1 Advanced score of 180 [score must be obtained within the last 2 years at point of application].
Refer here for SUSS's Graduate Studies Admissions Requirements.
Fees and Fundings
The fee is inclusive of prevailing GST and subject to changes.
Nett Fee (Singapore Citizens <40 & PRs) 
Nett Fee (Singapore Citizens ≥40)
*With effect from July 2024 intake, a non-refundable deposit of S$2,000 (inclusive of prevailing GST) will be required upon acceptance of the Final Offer from SUSS. The deposit will be used to offset the course fees for the first semester’s billing. Please refer here for more details.
^SkillsFuture Funding and SkillsFuture Mid-Career Enhanced Subsidy (MCES)
- For each module, you must achieve at least 75% attendance, and successfully attain a ‘Competent’ (C) grading for the final assessment result.
- For more information on MCES, click here.
Mandatory e-Attendance via Singpass App from 1 October 2023
- Singaporean Citizens/Permanent Residents are required to set up your Singpass account and download the Singpass App prior to course commencement.
- Learners will have to submit a reschedule request, with an applicable fee, if they are unable to do so.
- Please be present in class (physical and online) 15 minutes before the scheduled lesson time on the actual day and have the following ready:
- Smart device (e.g., smartphone or iPad) with a functioning camera.
- Singpass mobile app installed on the smart device.
- Login credentials for the Singpass App.