Fast-Track Leadership: Inside the 14-Month Waseda-Nanyang Double MBA Across Tokyo & Singapore

Thinking about an MBA that packs two world‑class degrees, an Asian business passport, and a lifetime network into just over a year? The Waseda‑Nanyang Double MBA does exactly that—moving you from Singapore’s global‑trade hub to Tokyo’s innovation capital in only 14 months. Below, we break down why this 1‑Year Master’s Program is a launch‑pad for globally minded professionals.

A One‑Year Sprint Across Two Powerhouses

The program starts at Nanyang Business School (NBS) in bustling Singapore and finishes at Waseda Business School (WBS) in the heart of Tokyo. In one academic year—three trimesters plus a summer study trip—you collect two accredited MBA diplomas without pressing pause on your career for two full years. This condensed timeline attracts mid‑career talent seeking rapid ROI and Asia‑Pacific exposure.

Tokyo meets Singapore

Studying in two economic hubs means you gain firsthand insight into supply‑chain resilience, smart‑city planning, and corporate governance cultures that differ yet complement each other. Classroom theory is reinforced with company visits ranging from Singapore’s fintech labs to Japan’s manufacturing icons.

Why a compact 14 months?

The accelerated structure saves roughly one year of opportunity cost compared with typical two‑year MBAs, while still meeting the 600+ contact‑hour benchmark for AACSB and EQUIS standards. For working professionals, that’s one extra year of post‑MBA earnings and advancement.

Curriculum & Format: Double the Insight

Trimester roadmap

You’ll spend two trimesters (nine months) at NBS building foundations in accounting, strategy, and data analytics, followed by one trimester (five months) at WBS focusing on technology management and Japanese business practice. An optional study trip to Silicon Valley or Shenzhen bridges theory with frontier innovation.

Signature projects

The capstone Strategy Projects @ Nanyang (SPAN) pairs you with multinationals on live consulting briefs, while the Waseda Technology & Innovation Challenge lets you prototype solutions for Japanese corporates keen on global expansion.

Snapshot	Details
Length	14 months (Aug ➜ Oct next year)
Study Locations	Singapore (9 mo.) + Tokyo (5 mo.)
Degrees Awarded	Nanyang MBA + Waseda MBA
Cohort Size	≈ 30 students (small‑cohort focus)
Tuition	約¥8,300,000 (≈ S$75,000) inclusive of Nanyang grant

Career Impact & Global Network

Regional reach

Graduates gain alumni status at both universities—more than 50,000 Waseda business alumni and 60,000+ Nanyang network members worldwide. That means coffee chats from Jakarta to Johannesburg are only a LinkedIn message away.

What the rankings say

Nanyang’s MBA climbed to #22 globally in the 2025 Financial Times ranking, while the latest QS Asia MBA league table puts it in the region’s top 3. Waseda consistently ranks among Japan’s top private universities for employer reputation, giving the double degree instant credibility in boardrooms.

Recent alumni stories—like the two siblings spotlighted on NTU’s Graduate Studies blog—showcase career jumps into consulting, tech strategy, and cross‑border M&A within six months of graduation.

Admissions & Financing Made Clear

Entry requirements

Applicants generally need a bachelor’s degree, a minimum GMAT 600 (or GRE equivalent), and at least two years of full‑time work experience. English‑language scores (TOEFL iBT 100 / IELTS 6.5) apply if your undergraduate program was not in English. Round‑1 applications typically close in early January for the August intake, so plan test dates accordingly.

Tuition, living costs & scholarships

The 2025 intake tuition remains at about ¥8.3 million, thanks to an automatic S$8,000 (~¥900,000) grant from NBS that aligns fees with its single MBA track. Budget roughly ¥120,000–¥170,000 per month for housing and everyday expenses in Singapore and Tokyo combined. Competitive merit scholarships can offset up to 50 % of tuition, while Japanese Government (MEXT) and Singapore‑based ASEAN grants offer additional funding avenues. Early applicants get first pick of financial aid—another reason to hit submit before Round 1.

Ready to fast‑track your leadership journey? Visit the official admissions pages and line up your application checklist—your cross‑border MBA adventure could start as soon as this August.