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Prof Seow Eng Ong is a Professor of Real Estate at the National University of Singapore (NUS) Business School. His research focuses on real estate finance, securitization, price discovery mechanisms, and the impact of technology on real estate transactions. He has published extensively in top journals such as the Journal of Real Estate Finance and Economics and Journal of Housing Economics. Key areas of inquiry include the role of virtual tours and drone videos in price discovery, real estate risk-sharing through business groups, and strategic portfolio management in REITs. His work bridges theoretical frameworks with practical industry challenges, emphasizing empirical analysis and policy relevance. Teaching passions include fostering critical thinking, real-world application of concepts, and character development in students. He has pioneered innovative modules like the Who will I hire? internship program to align academic training with industry needs.
Research interests span real estate securitization, behavioral issues in transactions, and infrastructure investment effects. Recent work examines disruptions in real estate agencies and liquidity dynamics in REITs. Over 340 publications highlight his contributions to understanding market mechanisms and policy implications in urban and real estate economics. His interdisciplinary approach integrates finance, economics, and urban planning to address contemporary challenges in global real estate markets.
Teaching philosophy emphasizes relevance, challenge, inspiration, and character development. He advocates for active learning, critical analysis, and ethical professionalism. Supervision of student research emphasizes self-discovery and rigorous academic inquiry. His mentorship encourages students to pursue excellence with passion and resilience.
