Dr. Kian Choo

Associate Professor

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Biography

Kian Koon Steven Choo is an Adjunct Associate Professor at the National University of Singapore, specializing in Real Estate. He has held various academic positions and has a non-residential fellowship at King Edward VII Hall. His extensive experience includes serving as an Independent Director at VestAsia Group Pte Ltd and Pan Hong Property Group, and as a director for Manulife REIT. Choo's academic background includes a Doctor of Philosophy in Urban Planning from the University of Washington and a Master of Philosophy in Environmental Planning from the University of Nottingham. He is also a Fellow of the Singapore Institute of Surveyors and Valuers and a member of the Tau Sigma Delta Honors Society. With a solid foundation in Estate Management, Choo has made significant contributions to academic and industry practices in real estate and urban planning.

Research Interests

Experience

Adjunct Associate Professor

2021-07-01 — Present

National University of Singapore • Singapore

Teaching and research in the field of Real Estate.

Non Resident Fellow

2021-07-01 — Present

King Edward VII Hall, NUS • Singapore

Engagement in academic discussions and contributions to the hall's activities.

Independent Director

2003-01-01 — Present

VestAsia Group Pte Ltd • Singapore

Oversight and governance role in the organization.

Independent Director

2006-08-01 — Present

Pan Hong Property Group • Singapore

Advising board on strategic direction in real estate.

Director

2017-06-01 — Present

Manulife REIT • Singapore

Providing direction and management oversight for the Real Estate Investment Trust.

Requirements for National University of Singapore

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
GRE General
Verbal
Required:155
Quantitative
Required:165
Analytical Writing
Required:3.5
Overall
Required:3.5
TOEFL
Total
Required:85
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree with Honors or equivalent Strong quantitative background
Application Checklist
  • Official Academic Transcripts
  • GRE Score Report
  • TOEFL/IELTS Score Report
  • Statement of Purpose
  • Two Recommendation Letters
Specialization Notes

Department of Economics