Singapore Management University (SMU) and Fudan University have introduced the SMU-Fudan Doctor of Business Administration in Technology, a pioneering programme designed for senior executives. This initiative, announced on 2 March 2026, seeks to bridge the gap between rapid technological advancements and strategic business leadership by focusing on the intersection of business and technology.
The programme addresses the increasing demand for leaders who can integrate emerging technologies like artificial intelligence, data platforms, and Web3 into strategic business frameworks. Zhu Feida, Programme Director at SMU, highlighted the need for leaders to move beyond mere adoption of technology to generating insights that shape governance and application in real-world contexts.
Participants will gain exposure to both Singapore’s and China’s innovation ecosystems, benefiting from the regulatory environment of Singapore and the technological scaling of Shanghai. The programme is structured to provide cross-border and cross-cultural learning, with joint supervision from top-tier faculty at both universities.
Liu Yu, Programme Director at Fudan, emphasised the programme’s focus on transforming innovation experience into research-backed strategies. The curriculum covers AI, data science, and sustainability, preparing leaders to balance innovation with ethical governance and long-term value creation.
Tony Tang, Group CFO of GHY Culture & Media, noted the programme’s unique integration of technology, business strategy, and governance, offering invaluable perspectives for executives in Asia. Applications for the inaugural intake in August 2026 are now open, marking a significant step in fostering tech-savvy business leaders.
