Mandy Mok

CEO & Founder of AppliedHE

Mandy Mok is a visionary leader in the higher education sector, with an impressive career spanning over 17 years. She is the founder and CEO of AppliedHE, a dynamic organization dedicated to enhancing the global visibility and impact of higher education institutions. Prior to establishing AppliedHE, Mandy served as the CEO of QS Asia, where she was instrumental in generating significant revenue and elevating the brand's market presence.

Professional Journey

CEO at QS Asia (2002-2019)
Mandy led QS Asia's innovation and development, significantly contributing to its global brand equity and market share. Under her leadership, QS Asia became a prominent player in the higher education sector, known for its influential rankings, conferences, and special events
Branding & Marketing Expertise
With a background in the creative industry, Mandy has a deep understanding of branding and marketing, which she has leveraged to drive the success of numerous higher education initiatives

Contributions and Achievements

Global Recognition
Mandy played a pivotal role in creating and establishing renowned QS conferences such as QS-APPLE, QS-MAPLE, and QS-Worldwide, as well as special events like QS WorldClass and QS Subject Focus Summit
Publications and Events
She has been behind several key publications, including the QS WOW Newsletter and QS Showcase, and special events like QS Creative Awards and QS Squared Debate, which have been critical in building a strong global network for QS

Vision

Mandy Mok's vision for AppliedHE is to empower higher education institutions worldwide by providing innovative evaluation tools, strategic marketing services, and a robust platform for stakeholder networking. AppliedHE aims to be the dominant brand in employability and lifelong learning, helping institutions communicate their strengths, engage with their stakeholders, and enhance their global reputation.

Mission

AppliedHE is committed to delivering industry-leading evaluation tools and marketing services that help higher education providers excel and amplify their impact locally and globally. Mandy’s leadership ensures that AppliedHE remains at the forefront of innovation, continually developing solutions that address the evolving needs of the higher education sector.