Deepen your relationship with SMU Be part of the SMU Associate Alumni Network
Join the SMU community as an Associate Alumnus and stay connected with the University beyond your programme experience.
As part of the Associate Alumni community, you’ll enjoy access to exclusive benefits, special offers, and curated resources designed to keep you engaged with SMU and connected to a wider network of like-minded individuals.
Eligibility
Individuals who have completed and obtained a certificate from SMU Executive Development (ExD) programmes, having attended a minimum of five days or 30 equivalent hours of learning within a two-year period, as well as participants of selected corporate partnership programmes organised by SMU ExD.
For full eligibility details and clarifications, please refer to the FAQ.
SMU Associate Alumni Benefits
Enjoy exclusive deals and promotions across dining, lifestyle, and retail merchants in our alumni network.
Stay ahead with lifelong learning opportunities, including short courses by SMU Executive Development to keep your skills relevant.
Explore The SMU Shop for exclusive merchandise, from apparel to lifestyle items, and bring a piece of SMU with you wherever you go.
Access a range of campus privileges, including library membership, parking, and use of facilities such as SMU ALCove. You can also book selected spaces for private events and tap on our SMU overseas centres.
Get invited to curated professional, networking, and lifestyle events designed to keep you connected and growing.
Stay updated with the latest alumni stories, events, and opportunities through our newsletters like Keep Up, SMU Engage, and Lift Up.
Frequently Asked Questions
Whereas an SMU alumnus is one who has graduated from SMU with either an undergraduate or postgraduate degree, an associate alumnus is one who has successfully completed a selected continuing education programme (Refer to item number 2).
Definition of “SMU alumni” and “SMU associate alumni”
| Category | Definition |
| SMU alumni | Individuals who have graduated from SMU with an undergraduate or postgraduate degree. |
| SMU associate alumni | Individuals who have completed and obtained a certificate from SMU ExD's programmes after attending a minimum of five days or 30 equivalent hours of learning within a period of two years or those who have participated in specific corporate partnership programmes organised by SMU ExD. |
Existing SMU alumni who also complete an ExD continuing education programme that qualifies them to be associate alumni will still be identified as “SMU alumni” as they have completed a full SMU degree.
