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Congratulations to the Class of 2026!
Join us as we celebrate the achievements of our graduates from 28 July to 1 August 2026. Visit the Commencement website for schedules, livestreams and more.
SMU Ranked 5th Globally Among Specialist Universities
Derived from the QS World University Rankings 2027, the recognition builds on strong subject-ranking performance, with 80% of SMU's ranked subjects rising globally and 90% now among Asia's Top 20.
SMU's Business & Management studies ranked among world's Top 40
In the 2026 QS World University Rankings by Subject, SMU's Business & Management programme also emerged as Asia's Top 10, rivalling institutions decades older.
SMU's Accounting & Finance major ranked Top 50 globally
Also ranked among Asia's Top 15 in the 2026 QS World University Rankings by Subject, the programme reinforces SMU's position at the heart of Asia's financial capital.