Developed and Awarded by Singapore Institute of Management, Singapore

The Diploma in Communication Management (DCM) is a 16-month programme designed to equip students with the foundational knowledge and practical skills required to succeed in today’s dynamic communication-driven environment. As organisations face rapid technological change, evolving stakeholder expectations, and complex global challenges, the ability to manage strategic and professional communication effectively in various settings becomes a vital core skill.

The DCM programme combines communication theory, media writing, and professional communication practices with strategic communication management. Students will develop strong writing, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills while learning to craft effective messages for diverse audiences. Emphasis is also placed on the ethical and responsible use of AI technologies, preparing graduates to become adaptable, versatile, and future-ready communication professionals across a wide range of industries.

Prerequisite(s)

• Applicants who do not meet the academic requirements might be recommended to undergo a 6-month Management Foundation Studies (MFS) programme.

Structure

DCM is a 16-month full-time programme comprising 16 modules delivered over four terms, with a total of 720 contact hours. The DCM curriculum is taught by lecturers who are both academic and industry-based professionals with extensive work experience and practical domain knowledge.  The curriculum consists of eight Core (C), four Integrated Professional Writing (IPW), and four Specialisation (S) modules, as structured in the illustration below.

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Assessment & Attendance

• Continuous assessment and end-of-term exam
• Continuous assessments include case studies, class tests, discussions, presentations, group, and individual assignments.
• To attain a pass for each module, students must achieve overall minimum GPA of 1.0 (grade D).
• Attendance requirement:
  • Local students: 75%
  • International students: at least 90% attendance in any month of the course (as required by the Singapore Immigration Checkpoints Authority)

Requirements to Graduate

Students who pass all 16 modules will be issued a transcript and awarded with a Diploma from SIM upon graduation.

Modules

16-month full-time programme (4 terms of 4 modules) of 16 modules:

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Core Modules:

• Basic Media Research and Analysis
• Digital Media and Communication Management
• Public and Media Relations
• Advertising and Marketing
• Integrated Media Communications
• Digital Content Creation

Specialised Modules:

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Accepted Entry Qualifications

• GCE A-level, IB diploma, or other equivalent pre-university certifications, or Polytechnic diploma, or SIM GE’s foundation programme, namely, Management Foundation Studies (MFS)
• Other qualifications will be assessed based on the equivalence to GCE ‘A’ level examinations. 

Applicants who do not meet the academic requirements might be recommended to undergo the 6-month Management Foundation Studies (MFS) programme.

Equivalent International Qualifications

International applicants will be assessed on the qualification’s equivalent to the GCE ‘A’ level examinations. For information on international qualifications, refer to SIM’s International Student Prospectus. 

Download the International Student Prospectus

English Language Requirements

• GCE ‘O’ level credit pass (Grade 1 to 6) in English (as a first language); or
• IELTS with an overall score of at least 5.5; or
• TOEFL iBT Band Score ≥ 4.0 or 59 (iBT Test Centre) or 59 (iBT Home Edition); or
• An equivalent English language qualification.

Validity period for IELTS/TOEFL is 2 years (based on test date). 

Applicants for the full-time programme are generally expected to be at least 17 years old. International applicants who desire to study on the full-time programme will be assessed on their qualifications, which are equivalent to the GCE 'A' levels.

Programme Fees 

Fees published are inclusive of current GST of 9%.

Total course fees: $16,677.00

Fees breakdown per module:

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Mandatory Fees 

All fees inclusive of prevailing GST.

Student Development Fee Applicable to all students embarking on a full-time Diploma or Undergraduate programme at SIM. This fee goes towards activities that will help in students’ personal growth and equip them with functional skills that enhance their employability.	S$512.30
International Student Induction Fee A one-time fee payable by new full-time international students. This fee covers pre-arrival and arrival support, including activities to enhance the international student learning experience. As applicable, payable with the programme fees’ first instalment.	S$436.00 Wef 2027: S$588.60
Application Fee Payable for each application form that is submitted. Fee is non-refundable and non-transferable. The fee will be refunded fully only if the intake does not commence. Unpaid applications will not be processed.	Local applicants: S$109.00 International applicants: S$545.00 (not inclusive of Student’s Pass application)