Dr. Sungsoo Kim

Associate Professor

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Biography

Sungsoo Kim is an Associate Professor at the Singapore Institute of Technology (SIT), where he leads programs in Bachelor of Business Administration in Food Business Management focusing on Baking Pastry Arts and Culinary Arts. He holds a Ph.D. in Tourism Management from the University of Florida and an M.S. in Hospitality Management from Pennsylvania State University. With over 14 years of experience in the United States prior to joining SIT, he has held academic positions at the University of Southern Mississippi, University of Hawaii at Manoa, and Youngstown State University. Professor Kim has authored numerous articles in academic journals and is actively involved in funded research projects both in the United States and Korea. He has served as a visiting representative to UNESCO and has significant industry experience in strategic marketing and information technology. His teaching portfolio includes courses in hospitality managerial accounting, revenue management, and strategic tourism management. Additionally, he has received various accolades, including the ACUE Distinguished Teaching Scholar award and the BAC Research Award.

Research Interests

Experience

Programme Leader

2023-01-01 — Present

Singapore Institute of Technology • Singapore

Leads the Bachelor of Business Administration in Food Business Management programs.

Associate Professor

2010-01-01 — 2023-01-01

University of Southern Mississippi • United States

Taught core courses in the School of Marketing and was involved in university curriculum assessment and student advising.

Awards

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BAC Research Award

2021-01-01
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ACUE Distinguished Teaching Scholar

2018-01-01

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).