Cornell-Nanyang Institute of Hospitality Management

Overview

Alexander Y. Liu, MMH '09
Strategy Manager, Asia Australasia,
InterContinental Hotels Group Asia Pacific

Alex currently works for InterContinental Hotels Group Asia Pacific as Strategy Manager in charge of one region and handling multi-brand initiatives in conjunction with various media partners and creative agencies. Born and raised in the United States, Alex has worked with various media and advertising companies, and has handled several multi-million dollar accounts.

“My fascination with food, travel, and people, and my deep passion for Asian culture, have naturally drawn me to the hospitality industry. The MMH program provided me with a holistic and comprehensive understanding of this industry, and put me in a position where I could take advantage of prime opportunities in Asia.”

“The joint MMH program provided me a diverse learning environment, filled with opportunities to connect with a global network of hospitality leaders, and learn from world-renowned faculty. The industry connection was invaluable as it helped me in my job search. For anyone who has a strong inclination towards hospitality, but does not know where to start, the MMH program is a great way to break-down barriers and jumpstart your career.”

Full Time

% Female Students48%
% International65
Avg. Work Exp.5
Avg. Students' Age28
Avg. GMAT643
AccreditationsAACSB, EQUIS, MSA,
Established Date2006
Start DatesMay,
Avg. Programme Duration12
Avg. Total Tuition Fees (excluding living expenses + books)59446
Class in Corporate Governance or Business EthicsYes
Teaching MethodologyMore than 50% Case Method / Less than 50% Lecture based
Avg. Base Salary captured for 201060882
Avg. Bonus captured for 2010USD2936
Percentage of students employed within three months in 2010100%
School-sponsored Scholarship / Financial AidYes
School-sponsored Scholarships based on, Undergraduate Academic Merit, Nationality Based, Work Experience, Other, GMAT Score, Demonstrated Leadership, Financial Needs Based,
School-sponsored Scholarships based on (other)Commitment to the Hospitality/ Service Industry
Application DeadlineJanuary, February, March, November,
Min. GMAT600
Min. TOEFL (paper)600
Min. TOEFL (computer)250
Accept IELTSYes
Min. IELTS6
Min years of work experience2
EssayYes
Interview Req.Yes
CV ReferencesYes
Resume/CVYes
Undergrad or equivalent degreeYes
TranscriptsYes
Completed Application FormYes
Application FeeUSD70

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Address

S3-B1A-35
Nanyang Avenue
Nanyang Technological University
Singapore
Singapore
639798
Singapore

Website

www.mmh.cornell.edu

Email

cni-hospitality@ntu.edu.sg

Phone number

+65 6316 8865

Application Deadlines

Map

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