Sau Kim Lum

Assoc Prof Sau Kim Lum holds a dual role as Associate Vice President (Global Relations) leading the Global Relations Office (GRO) at the National University of Singapore (NUS), alongside his faculty appointment in the Department of Real Estate within the NUS Business School. His academic responsibilities include teaching real estate finance and development, while his administrative role focuses on international partnerships, student mobility programs, and strategic global engagement initiatives.

Education & Research: His research expertise spans housing economics, land policy, and asset pricing, with a focus on Singapore's unique housing market dynamics. He has authored seminal works on housing affordability, public policy impacts, and the interplay between land supply and market behavior. His studies often collaborate with governmental bodies to inform policy design.

Teaching Philosophy: Prof Lum emphasizes student engagement through real-world applications, structured curricula, and critical thinking development. His teaching modules (e.g., RE4101 Real Estate Development II, GEK2013 Real Estate Finance) integrate interdisciplinary knowledge and practical projects, fostering skills in problem-solving and teamwork.

Key Contributions: Notable publications include analyses of Singapore's public housing affordability policies, land-use regulations, and asset pricing frameworks. His work bridges academic rigor with policy relevance, addressing challenges such as housing market segmentation and urban redevelopment.