NUS-ISS

The NUS-ISS, or the NUS Institute of Systems Science, is a technology school at the National University of Singapore.  The NUS-ISS offers specialised master's and Diploma courses across several popular domains, including Artificial Intelligence, Business Analytics, Digital Leadership, and Software Engineering, among others. 

Yes, NUS-ISS, Singapore is a better option than MDI Gurgaon, India for doing MBA as it falls in the 8th position globally and is considered to be among the leading universities of Asia. NUS-ISS is also known for ensuring better job placement in the Big 4 accounting firms as well as other multinational companies while MDI Gurgaon has better connections within the Indian landscape, which can provide better job opportunities in top Indian companies as opposed to the globally reputed ones. Finally, NUS-ISS allows you to experience better networking opportunities and exposure which is not the same for MDI Gurgaon.

The job opportunities after doing MS from NUS-ISS includes roles such as  software developers and maintainers, data scientists, researchers, artificial intelligence testers, entrepreneurs, consultants and business analysts as well. You can also run your own business or work as an entrepreneur based on your line of interest.

NUS ISS is ranked among the top ten universities of the world with a reputed MBA programme useful for those inclined towards business, operations and management. Moreover, NUS ISS is known for having strong expertise in the form of their faculty and research which is globally recognised and helps ensure a superior foundation as compared to the Kaplan Higher Education Academy, which is ranked among the top 250. Finally, NUS-ISS has shown an impressive record of placements in some of the world’s most reputed organizations such as Google, Microsoft and Salesforce.

Your campus life will be better residing as part of the National University of Singapore Housing, is known for having a very student-friendly environment where you will have an easier time settling down and enjoying the proximity and convenience of being near your classes. Moreover, you will be able to access amenities such as the library, gymnasium, sports facilities, and more while also being exposed to networking opportunities such as clubs and peer groups, which can positively contribute to your experience at NUS-ISS.

Your cost of tuition at NUS-ISS ranges around 30,000 to 35,000 Singapore dollars which is equivalent to somewhere around 17,00,000 to 22,00,000 INR for each academic year. In addition to this, your total expense is based on the cost of living including accommodation, commute, transport, lodging and more resulting in a total of 26,00,000 to 33,00,000 INR per annum.

No, NUS-ISS is not cheaper than Kaplan Higher Education Academy as the cost of tuition at NUS - ISS lies somewhere around 17,50,000 to 21,00,000 INR for each academic year. In the case of Kaplan Higher Education Academy, the cost of tuition is equal to 12,00,000 to 15,00,000 INR per annum which is significantly lower than the cost of studying at NUS-ISS.

NUS-ISS accepts admission applications separately for part-time and full-time courses. The deadline for part-time courses is Oct 1, 2025.  Applications for Full-Time courses can be submitted after the same date.

The deadline for admission to full-time courses is Apr 15, 2026.  

Students interested in a full-time Diploma in Systems Analysis are required to apply by Oct 1, 2025. 

Source: NUS-ISS Official Website