Academic & Examination Board
The Academic Board is a body comprising senior academics in the Informatics Education Ltd. Its main objective is to provide and continuously improve on the academic and standards governance within the entire Informatics group. It is also tasked with the auditing power for the group’s conformance to these specifications, and to take the appropriate action(s) to correct deviation, if any.
The appointment of membership to the Board is based on the individual’s experience in the tertiary education industry. Although the Board members serve different roles in the Group, they are knowledgeable individuals who will contribute in the rigorous discussion academically during the Board meetings.
The Board serves as the forum for the final review and discussion of policies, procedures and practices that involve collaboration and coordination between the academic schools and divisions.
It will set up clear leadership, guidelines and directions in academic and standards matters and communicates academic and standards matters of the group to all employees and the public.
Duration of the Term
The members of the Board will usually sit for a term of two years.
Active Members of the Informatics Academy Academic Board
Mr Tng Choon Hock
Chairman
Head – Academic & Curriculum Development
(On Campus)
Highest Qualification: Master of Arts (Educational Management)
Conferring Institution: Nanyang Technological University
Mr Tng obtained his Bachelor of Science in Computer Science from the UK’s Open University and a Postgraduate Certificate in Network Engineering from NanyangTechnological University. He joined the school in 1991 and has held positions such as Centre Manager, Faculty Head, Principal Lecturer, Senior Programme leader and Dean.
His teaching profile includes Computer Architecture, C programming, Software Engineering, Program Design, Advanced Networking, Network and Internet, IT Management, Computing Maths, Computing and Information processing and System Security
Mr Tham Ming Soong
External Member
CEO and Principal
Consultant, Meister Inc Pte Ltd
Highest Qualification: MSc in Applied Finance
Conferring Institution: Macquarie University, Sydney
Mr Tham is the CEO and Founder of Meister Inc Pte Ltd, a consulting, advisory and training company which started its operations in May 2012. He is also an adjunct Professor and Course Leader at National University of Singapore’s Risk Management Institute and Strategic Technology Management Institute respectively.
Mr Tham holds a Master in Applied Finance from Macquarie University, Sydney. He has special interest in areas of Enterprise Risk Management, Big Data and High Performance Computing and Analytics. He is experienced in the successful design, development and implementation of an enterprise-wide risk management analytic platform, and risk dashboards.
Ms Teo Sea Ngem
Member
Senior Manager Assessment Services
(On Campus)
Highest Qualification: Bachelor of Science in Computing & Information Systems
Conferring Institution: University of London
Teo Sea Ngem has 12 years of teaching experiences in IT, and 8 years in Assessment Services related experience. She started as a senior lecturer in Informatics Computer School, majoring in all IT modules and Mathematics. She was then appointed as a unit leader in Mathematics for Computing in both the local and overseas centre. She moved on as an Academic Team Manager where she supervised a team of full-time and contract lecturers before joining her current position as a Senior Manager in Assessment Services.
Dr Teo Kim Heng
Member
Programme Leader
(On Campus)
Years of Service: 10 years
Highest Qualification: PhD in Computer Science
Conferring Institution: University of Oklahoma
Current Teaching Subjects:
- International Diploma in Information Technology and Communication
- International Diploma in Gaming and Animation Technology
- Diploma In Information Technology
- Advanced Diploma In Information Technology
- International Advanced Diploma in Computing
- International Advanced Diploma in Network and Computer Security
- International Advanced Diploma in Gming and Animation Technology
- International Advanced Diploma in Database Engineering
- Bachelor of Science (Hons) in Network Computing (TOP UP)
- Bachelor of Science (Hons) in Computer Science and Information Systems (TOP UP)
- Bachelor of Science (Hons) in Computer Science and Software Engineering (TOP UP)
- Bachelor of Science (Hons) in Information Systems and Software Engineering (TOP UP)
- Bachelor of Science (Hons) in Gaming and Animation (TOP UP)
Prior to his teaching career, Dr Teo Kim Heng holds professional positions in his area of expertise, including as a Chief Technology Officer in iHive Technology, Assistant Director in Genovate Solutions, and Product Research and Development Manager in Elcom Software. His research interests include Object Oriented Technology, Distributed Systems, Internet, Database Systems, Wireless Application Protocol, Algorithm Design and Performance Analysis.
Darrell McGivern
Member
Head of Product
Highest Qualification: Master of Arts (Education)
Conferring Institution: University of Huddersfield
Darrell obtained his Master of Arts with Distinction in Education from the University of Huddersfield in 2017 after receiving his Bachelor of Arts in Business Studies and a Postgraduate Certificate in Education (Schools) from the University of Huddersfield.
He joined NCC Education in 2015 and is the current Head of Product, where he is responsible for driving and managing new products, maintaining and updating existing products at NCC Education.
His teaching profile includes Business Studies, Economics and IT. Darrell is experienced in developing Learning Objectives, Assessment Criteria and Grade Descriptors.
The Examinations Board takes charge of matters relating to examinations & assessments, ensuring that the integrity and quality of assessments meet the highest standard. The scope of responsibilities of the Examination Board includes, but is not limited to, the following:
- Standard & integrity of examination / assessment conduct
- Development of examination / assessment procedures
- Implementation of approved examination / assessments rules, policies and procedures
- Evaluates appeals and unfair practices (if any)
Active Members of the Informatics Academy Examination Board
Mr Tng Choon Hock
Chairman
Head – Academic & Curriculum Development
(On Campus)
Highest Qualification: Master of Arts (Educational Management)
Conferring Institution: Nanyang Technological University
Mr Tng obtained his Bachelor of Science in Computer Science from the UK’s Open University and a Postgraduate Certificate in Network Engineering from NanyangTechnological University. He joined the school in 1991 and has held positions such as Centre Manager, Faculty Head, Principal Lecturer, Senior Programme leader and Dean.
His teaching profile includes Computer Architecture, C programming, Software Engineering, Program Design, Advanced Networking, Network and Internet, IT Management, Computing Maths, Computing and Information processing and System Security
Mr Tham Ming Soong
External Member
CEO and Principal
Consultant, Meister Inc Pte Ltd
Highest Qualification: MSc in Applied Finance
Conferring Institution: Macquarie University, Sydney
Mr Tham is the CEO and Founder of Meister Inc Pte Ltd, a consulting, advisory and training company which started its operations in May 2012. He is also an adjunct Professor and Course Leader at National University of Singapore’s Risk Management Institute and Strategic Technology Management Institute respectively.
Mr Tham holds a Master in Applied Finance from Macquarie University, Sydney. He has special interest in areas of Enterprise Risk Management, Big Data and High Performance Computing and Analytics. He is experienced in the successful design, development and implementation of an enterprise-wide risk management analytic platform, and risk dashboards.
Ms Teo Sea Ngem
Member
Senior Manager Assessment Services
(On Campus)
Highest Qualification: Bachelor of Science in Computing & Information Systems
Conferring Institution: University of London
Teo Sea Ngem has 12 years of teaching experiences in IT, and 8 years in Assessment Services related experience. She started as a senior lecturer in Informatics Computer School, majoring in all IT modules and Mathematics. She was then appointed as a unit leader in Mathematics for Computing in both the local and overseas centre. She moved on as an Academic Team Manager where she supervised a team of full-time and contract lecturers before joining her current position as a Senior Manager in Assessment Services.
Dr Teo Kim Heng
Member
Programme Leader
(On Campus)
Years of Service: 10 years
Highest Qualification: PhD in Computer Science
Conferring Institution: University of Oklahoma
Current Teaching Subjects:
- International Diploma in Information Technology and Communication
- International Diploma in Gaming and Animation Technology
- Diploma In Information Technology
- Advanced Diploma In Information Technology
- International Advanced Diploma in Computing
- International Advanced Diploma in Network and Computer Security
- International Advanced Diploma in Gming and Animation Technology
- International Advanced Diploma in Database Engineering
- Bachelor of Science (Hons) in Network Computing (TOP UP)
- Bachelor of Science (Hons) in Computer Science and Information Systems (TOP UP)
- Bachelor of Science (Hons) in Computer Science and Software Engineering (TOP UP)
- Bachelor of Science (Hons) in Information Systems and Software Engineering (TOP UP)
- Bachelor of Science (Hons) in Gaming and Animation (TOP UP)
Prior to his teaching career, Dr Teo Kim Heng holds professional positions in his area of expertise, including as a Chief Technology Officer in iHive Technology, Assistant Director in Genovate Solutions, and Product Research and Development Manager in Elcom Software. His research interests include Object Oriented Technology, Distributed Systems, Internet, Database Systems, Wireless Application Protocol, Algorithm Design and Performance Analysis.
Esther Chesterman
Member
Director of Qualifications and Academic Delivery
Highest Qualification: Master of Laws
Conferring Institution: University of London
Esther holds a Master of Laws from the University of London, a Postgraduate Diploma in Education and a Diploma in Coaching and Mentoring.
Esther currently holds the position of Director of Qualifications and Academic Delivery at NCC Education, an awarding organisation based in the United Kingdom. She is responsible for overseeing the entire Academic team to manage all the regulatory standards and operational aspects of NCC Education’s programmes and qualifications.
Prior to this, she has held numerous roles in education, overseeing quality of learning and assessment for programmes and qualifications and external moderation. Esther’s teaching profile includes Business, Law and Organisational Change.
