| Singapore Management University (SMU)

School of Computing and Information Systems 1 (Basement 1)

80 Stamford Rd, Singapore 178902
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Mode of Transportation	Alighting Points
Train	Bras Basah Station (CC2) Exit C (1 min walk) Bencoolen Station (DT21) Exit C (1 min walk)
Bus	Bencoolen Stn Exit B (Stop ID: 08069) (5 min walk) Opp Bencoolen Stn Exit B (Stop ID: 04019) (4 min walk)
Car	Lee Kong Chian School of Business (LKCSB) Carpark, access via Stamford Rd (7 min walk)
Drop Off Point	School of Computing and Information Systems (SCIS) 1, access via Bencoolen St (3 min walk)

Train

Bras Basah Station (CC2) Exit C

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1. Exit from Bras Basah Station (CC2) Exit C and turn right.

2. Walk up the ramp and continue straight.

3. At the end of the ramp, turn left into the corridor.

4. The School of Computing and Information Systems (SCIS) 1 (Basement 1) Swing space will be on your right.

Train

Bencoolen Station (DT21) Exit C

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1. Exit from Bencoolen MRT (DT21) Exit C and turn left.

2. Turn left and walk straight along the corridor.

3. Continue walking along the corridor, past the SMU Gymnasium & Fitness Centre.

4. Turn right into this corridor before the long ramp at the B1 concourse.

5. The School of Computing and Information Systems (SCIS) 1 (Basement 1) Swing space will be on your right.

Bus

Bencoolen Stn Exit B (Stop ID:08069)

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1. Alight at SMU (Stop ID:04121). Walk towards the traffic light beside the bus stop.

2. Cross the two traffic lights to the School of Computing and Information Systems (SCIS) 1.

3. Walk along the outside of the SCIS 1 building.

4. Turn left towards the escalators going to B1.

5. Take the escalator down to Level B1.

6. Turn left after getting off the escalator.

7. Continue walking along the corridor, past the SMU Gymnasium & Fitness Centre.

8. Turn right into this corridor before the long ramp at the B1 concourse.

9. The School of Computing and Information Systems (SCIS) 1 (Basement 1) Swing space will be on your right.

Bus

Opp Bencoolen Stn Exit B (ID: 04019)

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1. Alight Opposite Bencoolen Station Exit B Bus Stop (Stop ID: 04019). Follow the arrow towards the traffic light.

2. Cross the two traffic lights to the School of Computing and Information Systems (SCIS) 1.

3. Walk along the outside of the SCIS 1 building.

4. Turn left towards the escalators going to B1.

5. Take the escalator down to Level B1.

6. Turn left after getting off the escalator.

7. Continue walking along the corridor, past the SMU Gymnasium & Fitness Centre.

8. Turn right into this corridor before the long ramp at the B1 concourse.

9. The School of Computing and Information Systems (SCIS) 1 (Basement 1) Swing space will be on your right.

Car

Lee Kong Chian School of Business (LKCSB) carpark, access via Stamford Rd

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1. Entrance of the carpark is via Stamford Road turning right onto Queen Street.

2. Drive onto the right lane.

3. Continue to keep right.

4. Turn right at Queen Street to enter Lee Kong Chian School of Business carpark.

5. Drive to Level B1 or B2.

6. From Lift Lobby B, take the lift to Level B1.

7. Exit via the "To Other Schools & Retail Via Concourse" door and walk straight.

8. Walk past IT Help Centre and turn right.

9. Go up the ramp outside of Student Services Hub.

10. Walk past Koufu on your right.

11. Continue walking past Koufu.

12. Turn left at the end of the corridor.

13. Turn right into this small corridor.

14. Turn left again and continue walking along this corridor.

15. Continue walking to the end of the corridor.

16. The School of Computing and Information Systems (SCIS) 1 (Basement 1) Swing space will be on your left.

Drop-off Point

School of Computing and Information Systems (SCIS) 1, access via Bencoolen St

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1. Alight at the School of Computing and Information Systems (SCIS) 1 drop-off point. Turn left and walk straight.

2. Continue walking straight towards Bras Basah Road.

3. Turn right and continue walking straight.

4. Walk along the outside of the SCIS 1 building.

5. Turn left towards the escalators going to B1.

6. Take the escalator down to Level B1.

7. Turn left after getting off the escalator.

8. Continue walking along the corridor, past the SMU Gymnasium & Fitness Centre.

9. Turn right into this corridor before the long ramp at the B1 concourse.

10. The School of Computing and Information Systems (SCIS) 1 (Basement 1) Swing space will be on your right.

The SMU Office of Industry Engagement (OIE) is the first stop for companies, government sectors, and professional bodies to holistically explore the various partnership opportunities across SMU. Our team works closely with partners to understand their interests and needs to identify the best engagement opportunities that meet their requirements.

Whether it be the building of a talent pipeline, tapping on SMU's expertise, leveraging our networks and resources, or simply wanting to give back, OIE is committed to providing a seamless platform to connect our partners to the right parties in SMU (and beyond) to create meaningful partnerships that have a lasting impact. By partnering with SMU, businesses have the opportunity to gain access to a wealth of knowledge, resources, and networks, while making a positive impact on the future of education.

Matthew Lee

Director

Email: matthewlee@smu.edu.sg

Matt leads Team IO in building bridges and deepening relations for SMU with some 300 partner universities around the world. His time at SMU follows 21 years of international relations work in the public and non-profit sectors. Best experiences then include running international campaigns, and leading multilateral negotiations and collaborations on maritime issues at UN agencies and regional inter-governmental organisations; establishing a representative office in London to promote Maritime Singapore to the European community; and building a network of Friends of Singapore Communities in major cities in China, the UK, US and ASEAN countries.

Real and reel lives converge for Matt. His first close encounter with the force of alliances was in 1977, when Lucas gifted fanboys A New Hope. Folded not stirred, this Double “International” O’s other passion is ice-cream…velvety ice-cream.

Ong Suan Hwee

Associate Director

Email: suanhweeong@smu.edu.sg | Connect on LinkedIn

Suan Hwee manages SMU’s portfolio of university partnerships across North and East Asia, as well as the Rest of the World. She brings over a decade of experience in international education and institutional partnerships, with a strong track record in cross-border collaborations across China, Southeast Asia, and Europe.

Before joining SMU, Suan Hwee held leadership roles at NTU Singapore, Aalto University Executive Education, and the Global Fintech Institute. She led regional engagement with universities, government agencies, multilaterals, and industry partners—establishing hubs in China and co-developing global certification and lifelong learning programmes such as the Chartered Fintech Professional and SME Financial Empowerment. Having lived and worked extensively in China, she brings practical insight into its regulatory, cultural, education and business landscape to support effective market access and long-term institutional growth.

She holds a BA (Second Upper Honours) in Chinese Studies from the National University of Singapore and an MBA (International) from the University of Hong Kong and Fudan University.

Melvyck Leong

Senior Assistant Director

Email: melvyckleong@smu.edu.sg | Connect on LinkedIn

Melvyck is responsible for SMU’s portfolio of university partnerships across the Americas and Oceania, and leads the International Office’s communications, engagement and outreach efforts. He brings 12 years of experience spanning multilateral climate work, environmental policy stewardship, university partnership development, and forging collaborative outcomes across the public, private and non-profit sectors in the US, the UK, Europe and Southeast Asia. Before joining the university, Melvyck was Singapore’s lead negotiator for climate change adaptation issues under the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change, and led the development of environmental policies to manage transboundary haze pollution within ASEAN. A husband and father, Melvyck holds a degree in English Literature and Communications from the National University of Singapore.

Lim Tau Wee

Assistant Director

Email: twlim@smu.edu.sg | Connect on LinkedIn

Tau Wee manages the growth and development of SMU’s university partnerships for India and Southeast Asia through joint academic programme collaborations, student exchange and programmes, research collaborations and university conferences, dialogues and networks. He also led the Short-Term Study Programmes team and developed the SMU Global Summer Programme into a scalable and profitable revenue-generating programme for SMU.

Prior to joining SMU in 2017, he drove Singapore International Foundation’s (SIF) strategy and work in China and led collaborative projects and events in the fields of healthcare, academia, business and social entrepreneurship in Shanghai, Beijing, Yunnan and Chongqing, as well as Kuala Lumpur, Bandung and Jakarta, to further SIF’s public diplomacy mission among foreign communities of interest, while growing Friends of Singapore networks overseas and in Singapore.

Tau Wee graduated from the National University of Singapore with a Bachelor of Science in Applied Mathematics.

Yip Siew Min

Assistant Director

Email: smyip@smu.edu.sg | Connect on LinkedIn

Siew Min currently manages the growth and development of SMU’s network of quality international partnerships, particularly in Europe and the UK.

She brings more than a decade of experience in interacting with stakeholders from different cultural backgrounds and education levels through her teaching stints in Singapore and Japan.

Before joining SMU, Siew Min was the Head of Staff and Student Development at the School of Communication, Arts and Social Sciences in Singapore Polytechnic where she led and managed a large array of school-wide events and initiatives.

Siew Min’s passion for experiential learning and inculcating global awareness among the youths motivated her to apply for the Japan Exchange and Teaching Programme where she taught oral communication skills to senior high school students in Fukuoka for two years. She also facilitated several overseas student exchange and community service expeditions to places such as Hiroshima and Shangri-La.

Fahimah Kadir

Senior Manager

Email: nurfahimahkm@smu.edu.sg | Connect on LinkedIn

Fahimah Kadir supports Americas and Oceania partnership strategy, alliance development, and diplomatic engagement to strengthen Singapore Management University’s global profile and regional influence.

She previously served in the Public Diplomacy Section at the U.S. Embassy in Singapore, where she led education strategy. Her experience includes monitoring and evaluation for nonprofit programmes, humanitarian work with refugee communities in Lebanon, and public relations and strategic communications. Fahimah holds an Executive Master in International Development from IE University, a Bachelor of Science in Biological Sciences from Nanyang Technological University, and a TESOL certification.

Valerie Sim

Senior Manager

Email: valeriesim@smu.edu.sg | Connect on LinkedIn

As Senior Manager in the SMU International office, Valerie currently manages the growth and development of SMU’s external partnerships and relations, specifically in Europe.

Valerie was introduced to cross-cultural engagements at the inaugural Singapore Youth Olympic Games 2010, where she enjoyed her experience as the principal assistant in the engagement of government agencies and foreign embassies in Singapore.

That led her to join the National Institute of Education, Singapore as Senior Assistant Head overseeing Hospitality Relations, where she built over 10 years of experience managing internationalisation activities and initiatives and consulting on protocol-related matters. She was also the project lead for the NIE Visitors Learning Centre, a first of its kind that tells Singapore’s teacher education development story.

Outside of work, Valerie enjoys watching F1 races but cannot drive to save herself.

Liaw Ee Jin

Manager

Email: eejinliaw@smu.edu.sg | Connect on LinkedIn

Ee Jin manages SMU’s partnerships with universities across the Americas and Oceania. Ee Jin also supports the International Office’s engagement and outreach efforts, including through its communications and collateral.

Prior to SMU, Ee Jin was Senior Manager at the Singapore National Youth Council’s Global Office where she curated and implemented bilateral and regional programmes for youth leaders from ASEAN countries and China to network and discuss global issues. She worked together with various organisations across sectors on the Asia-Ready Exposure Grant, which supports initiatives to equip Singaporean youths to be Asia and Global ready.

Ee Jin is curious about people and seeks to engage, understand and connect with them. Ee Jin holds a bachelor’s degree in mass communications with a second major in psychology.

Lynda Tay

Manager

Email: lyndatay@smu.edu.sg | Connect on LinkedIn

Lynda manages university partnerships for India and Southeast Asia. She previously worked at Nanyang Technological University’s Office of International Engagement, fostering collaborations in education and research across Southeast Asia and the Americas.

Earlier in her career at Esplanade – Theatres on the Bay and the Nanyang Technological University Centre for Contemporary Art, Lynda led art residencies for international and Singapore-based artists, researchers, and writers, aimed at advancing creative research in the arts, fostering artistic exchange, and creating opportunities for professional development and networking.

This experience in building cross-border connections and facilitating meaningful exchange continues to shape her approach to developing impactful university partnerships today.

Julie Lin

Senior Executive

Email: julielin@smu.edu.sg | Connect on LinkedIn

Julie is responsible for supporting partnerships in China, India, and Southeast Asia, assisting in strengthening SMU's global presence and fostering cross-cultural connections in these dynamic regions.

Prior to joining SMU, Julie worked in international education, focusing on student mobility, institutional partnerships, and recruitment across China and ASEAN. With extensive experience in university collaborations and cultural exchange, she has dedicated efforts to helping students pursue their academic dreams.

Beyond her professional role, Julie is passionate about exploring diverse cultures and connecting with people to gain deeper insights into various cultural perspectives.

Michelle Hong

Office Manager

Email: michellehong@smu.edu.sg

Michelle is the Office Manager of SMU International Office. She is responsible for the organisation and coordination of office administration duties and office procedures.

Prior to joining SMU in 2018, Michelle was managing the sale and marketing of processed teak logs in the golden land of Myanmar.

“At SMU, we work tirelessly to forge deeper links with our vast array of stakeholders and, together, build a transformative education landscape, produce societally relevant research, and shape leaders for and of the future. The Office of Partnerships and Engagement — housing the Institute of Innovation & Entrepreneurship, Office of Industry Engagement, International Office, and Office of Overseas Centres — leads SMU's partnerships effort.
Universities are a force for positive change and by working with an engaged city university like SMU, you can be part of that change too.”

Professor Lim Sun Sun
Vice President, Partnerships & Engagement

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SMU has signed an enhanced partnership with Viet Nam National University Ho Chi Minh City (VNU-HCM) to advance student and faculty mobility, impactful joint research, and leadership development. This builds on previous collaborations, including SMU students participating in the ASEAN University Network Summer Program hosted by VNU-HCM and joint university governance training programmes.

Building Regional Perspectives through Study Programmes

A two-week intensive programme at Universitas Gadjah Mada, exploring Indonesian politics, economy, and society
Equipping students to be Asia adept, global ready graduates

Catalysing Cross-Regional Growth with CUHK SZRI

An MoU between The Chinese University of Hong Kong Shenzhen Research Institute (CUHK SZRI) and SMU aims to strengthen innovation, entrepreneurship, and talent development between Singapore, the Guangdong–Hong Kong–Macao Greater Bay Area and ASEAN.

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Opening Global Research Pathways for SMU Students through Collaboration with Mitacs

SMU has partnered with the Canadian research and innovation organisation, Mitacs, to offer undergraduates the Globalink Research Internship programme. Through this initiative, students will collaborate with leading researchers at top Canadian universities, including the University of Toronto, with which SMU established a strategic partnership in 2022.

Singapore-Canada Student Research Pathways with Mitacs

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For course participants attending face-to-face courses at the SMU Campus, please complete the visitor registration before your arrival. Upon registering, you will receive an email with a QR code which must be scanned at the designated security reception to access the campus building.

Carpark Information

Effective 1 October 2021, corporate parking will no longer be available.

Effective 1 January 2026, visitors and course attendees will be charged hourly rates or a maximum cap of S$18/exit (whichever is lower) at the exit gantry.

For any carpark enquiries, please write in to carpark@smu.edu.sg.