Established in 1956, MDIS is the oldest not-for-profit professional institute for lifelong learning in Singapore. It is registered under the Council for Private Education (CPE). MDIS has two main subsidiaries: Management Development Institute of Singapore Pte Ltd to manage its Singapore educational activities, and MDIS International Pte Ltd to extend its globalisation plans.

MDIS provides a range of private diploma courses in Singapore, along with internationally-accredited degrees and masters programmes. Through partnering with renowned universities, students can benefit from a holistic, globally-oriented education which prepares them for the future. MDIS offers the following disciplines: Business & Management, Engineering, Fashion & Design, Life Sciences, Languages & Education, Media & Communications, Health & Nursing, Psychology, Technology, Tourism & Hospitality and Safety & Environmental Management.

The institute offers assistance to international students with regards to accommodation arrangements. By staying in or near the campus, students have the opportunity to become better acquainted with student life at MDIS. Those interested in living in MDIS Residences @ Stirling – a fully-integrated facility with a conducive atmosphere for a complete campus experience.