Dr. Richard Helfer

Professor

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Biography

Dr. Helfer’s professional experience spans 4 decades, with expertise at the highest levels of ownership and management of business operations. His experience includes hands-on management, leading successful global luxury brand development for an international hotel and resort management company and a strategic career-long involvement in hospitality, tourism, lifestyle, property and commercial development, technology, healthcare, public sector, education, and community social enterprises. As Chairman of RCH International and CREO Lifestyle International, Dr. Helfer provides strategic advising and oversight for family offices, organizations, and governments. His notable positions include Chairman of the SIT Campus Development Committee and Trustee at the Singapore Institute of Technology. His educational background includes a DBA in Hospitality Management from Johnson & Wales University and a BA (Hons) in Hotel Restaurant Management from Michigan State University.

Research Interests

Experience

Adjunct Professor

— Present

Singapore Institute of Technology • Singapore

Teaching modules on Hospitality Business and Strategic Management.

Awards

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The Public Service Star

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The Public Service Medal

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Travel Personality of the Year

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Outstanding Contribution to Tourism

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).