{"id":450,"date":"2024-10-11T06:59:19","date_gmt":"2024-10-11T06:59:19","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/ucla.nus.edu.sg\/blog\/?p=450"},"modified":"2025-08-11T07:02:03","modified_gmt":"2025-08-11T07:02:03","slug":"kenneth-seow","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/ucla.nus.edu.sg\/blog\/kenneth-seow\/","title":{"rendered":"Inspiring UCLA-NUS EMBA alumni sharing – Kenneth Siow from Tencent Cloud"},"content":{"rendered":"

Stagnant in Your Career? Kenneth Siow’s EMBA Experience Offers a Path Forward<\/h1>\n

We are excited to share the inspiring journey of our esteemed alumnus, Kenneth Siow, General Manager (Singapore\/Malaysia) and Regional Director, Southeast Asia at Tencent Cloud International.<\/p>\n

Ken’s transition from engineering to strategic leadership was propelled by his decision to join the UCLA-NUS Executive MBA (EMBA) program in 2014. With over 25 years of experience, he sought a greater understanding of the business world.\u00a0“It was important for me to improve my understanding of business intricacies,” he states.<\/p>\n

The EMBA program equipped Ken with essential skills in leadership, negotiation, and financial literacy. “I now have a deep appreciation for reading financial statements,” he notes, which is vital for making informed business decisions.<\/p>\n

Click below to watch the video.<\/p>\n

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Ken also emphasizes the value of adapting leadership styles. “Different situations call for different approaches,” he explains, referring to the broad insights gained from a diverse network of peers.<\/p>\n

For those considering an EMBA, Ken encourages dedication to the program: “You get as much as you put into it.” His experience highlights the significant ROI of the EMBA, both professionally and personally.<\/p>\n

If you’re ready to elevate your career, we invite you to explore the UCLA-NUS EMBA program and discover the transformative opportunities it offers.<\/p>\n

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More information about The UCLA-NUS EMBA Program<\/strong><\/p>\n

Click here<\/a><\/span>\u00a0to learn more about the UCLA-NUS EMBA program and why it is the program designed for global leaders.
\nAlternatively, click here<\/a><\/span> to schedule a 1 on 1 zoom call with our admissions staff.<\/p>\n

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