Dr. Michael Kruesi

Associate Professor

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Biography

Michael Alexander Kruesi is an Associate Professor at the Singapore Institute of Technology, specializing in hospitality and international business. He holds a Doctor of Philosophy degree in Hotel Internationalization and Market Entry Strategies from Auckland University of Technology in New Zealand. His academic journey also includes a Master of International Business (Hons) from the University of Auckland and a Bachelor of Commerce and Administration from Victoria University, complemented by a Bachelor of Applied Hotel and Tourism Management from Pacific International Hotel Management School. Kruesi's research interests encompass Web3 and Blockchain, environmental measurement and benchmarking in sustainability, and organizational behavior with a focus on leadership effectiveness and non-equity governance structures. He has been recognized with several accolades, including the 2024 Applied Research Award, 2023 Applied Research Award, and the 2017 Emerald/EFMD Outstanding Doctoral Research Award. His teaching modules cover various aspects of hospitality business, including environmental management and organizational behavior.

Research Interests

Awards

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Applied Research Award

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Applied Research Award

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Oral Presentation International Conference

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Excellence Teaching Award - Commendable Supervision Student Learning

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Emerald/EFMD Outstanding Doctoral Research Award

Courses

Hospitality Business Environmental Management Organisational Behaviour & Management Hospitality Consumer Behaviour Tourist Attraction Management

Requirements for Singapore Institute of Technology

Bachelor Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6.5
Prerequisites
Polytechnic Diploma in Engineering or related field GCE A-Level with passes in Mathematics and Physics/Chemistry Mathematics at H2 level preferred
Application Checklist
  • Official academic transcripts
  • Copy of NRIC or Passport
  • Personal Statement
  • Letters of Recommendation (optional for UG)
  • Portfolio (if applicable)
Specialization Notes

Includes programs like Aerospace Engineering and Mechanical Engineering (SIT-UofG joint degrees).