Roy CHUA

Roy CHUA is a Professor of Organisational Behaviour & Human Resources and Associate Dean for Post-Experience Postgraduate Programmes at the Lee Kong Chian School of Business, Singapore Management University. He holds a Ph.D. in Management (Organizational Behavior) from Columbia University and has held academic positions at Harvard Business School and Singapore Management University since 2008. His research focuses on creativity, cross-cultural management, leadership, and innovation in organizational contexts, particularly in Asian business ecosystems.

Education:

• Ph.D., Management (Organizational Behavior), Columbia University (2008)
• M.A., Philosophy, Columbia University (Year not specified)
• B.Sc., First Class Honors, Computer and Information Services, National University of Singapore (1998)

Research Interests:
Dr. Chua's work examines how cultural factors influence creativity and innovation, including studies on cultural tightness, intercultural collaboration, and trust dynamics in global business environments. He has conducted groundbreaking research on gender disparities in creative processes and the impact of cultural diversity on organizational outcomes. His empirical studies often combine quantitative analysis with qualitative insights from multinational corporations and institutional data.

Awards:

• Best Reviewer Award - Academy of Management Journal (2017)
• Multiple teaching awards including 'Mind Opener' MBA Award (2016)
• Academic excellence scholarships including Asia Life Gold Medal (1997)
• Research grants from Columbia University CIBER and other institutions

Advising & Grants:

• Supervises doctoral candidates in General Management and DBA programs
• Lead researcher on projects funded by Singapore Management University and international grants
• Collaborations with institutions like MIT Sloan and Harvard Business School

Labs/Teams:
Leads research initiatives in organizational creativity and cross-cultural management at Lee Kong Chian School of Business, with active participation in global academic networks focused on Asia-Pacific business strategies.