Dr. Kenny Chng

Associate Professor

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Biography

Kenny Chng is an Associate Professor at the Singapore Management University’s Yong Pung School of Law, where he has held various academic positions since joining the faculty in July 2016. He is a legal scholar currently on leave and is a DPhil candidate in Law at the University of Oxford. Kenny's academic qualifications include an LL.M. from Harvard Law School and an LL.B. (summa cum laude) from Singapore Management University. His research interests focus on Legal Theory, Conflict Laws, and Contract Law, contributing to critical discourse in these fields through numerous publications in notable legal journals. His work often examines complex issues such as constitutional equality, judicial review, and administrative law, with publications in esteemed journals like the Singapore Journal of Legal Studies and the Hong Kong Law Journal. Kenny has received multiple accolades for his teaching excellence, including the SMU School of Law Most Outstanding Teacher Award and fellowships to support his academic endeavors. His professional experience extends beyond academia, having served as a naval officer and a legal advisor in international contexts. Kenny is dedicated to advancing legal scholarship and providing high-quality education in law to his students.

Research Interests

Experience

Associate Professor

2024-01-01 — Present

Singapore Management University • Singapore

Teaching and researching in the areas of law; currently on leave.

Acting Director

2024-03-01 — 2025-02-28

SMU Law Academy • Singapore

Leading initiatives and programs within the Law Academy.

Deputy Director

2020-07-01 — 2024-02-29

SMU Law Academy • Singapore

Assisting in the management and operation of the Law Academy.

Assistant Professor

2018-07-01 — 2023-12-31

Singapore Management University • Singapore

Engaged in teaching and academic research.

Lecturer

2016-07-01 — 2018-06-30

Singapore Management University • Singapore

Provided instruction in law courses.

Naval Officer

2012-01-01 — 2016-12-31

Republic of Singapore Navy • Singapore

Served in various capacities including legal advice.

Awards

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Outstanding Early Career Visiting Fellowship

2025-01-01
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Most Outstanding Teacher Award

2024-01-01
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Excellent Teacher Award

2023-01-01

Requirements for Singapore Management University

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
GRE General
GMAT
TOEFL
Total
Required:100
IELTS
Overall
Required:7
Prerequisites
Good Bachelor's degree Master's degree is useful but not required
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Specialization Notes

This entry applies generally to the PhD in Business specializations including Finance, Marketing, Operations Management, Strategic Management, and Organisational Behaviour and Human Resources.