Career Development
The SMU LLM programme is committed to your success from the beginning of the programme. You will receive personalised attention and support from our SMU career coaches who will work with you to develop your job search strategy. These specialised coaches are dedicated professionals who will be able to offer you essential strategies, tips and tools to guide you towards the career development you desire.
Our Career Services team runs workshops and events throughout the year to give you the opportunity to gain exposure across different industries and to build your network with the business community.
The LLM Programme Office also holds networking events and study tours to high-tech companies, law firms and international organizations for students to have in-depth exposure to different dimensions of legal practice. Previous students have secured employment or internships in the private and public sectors in Singapore and abroad.
Foreign Practitioner Examination (FPE)
While the LLM is not a qualifying law degree in Singapore, eligible foreign-qualified lawyers may take the Foreign Practitioner Examination (FPE) that the Singapore Institute of Legal Education administers. A Foreign Practitioner Certificate would allow foreign lawyers to practise in limited areas of Singapore law such as banking and finance, M&A and intellectual property law.
