The International Association for Quality Assurance in Pre‑Tertiary & Higher Education (QAHE) is pleased to announce that Dr. Larm Tak Cheong has been awarded the Certified Manager (C.Mgr) Award in Security Management, recognizing his extensive professional expertise, multidisciplinary leadership, and long‑standing contributions to the fields of building management, facilities operations, and workplace security.
Dr. Larm is a distinguished professional whose career spans building management, property and facilities administration, real estate management, security operations, workplace psychology, and insurance management. His diverse background and commitment to excellence have positioned him as a respected figure in Hong Kong’s industrial and organizational landscape. Currently serving as a Building Supervisor cum Workplace Psychology Management Officer and Certified Coaching Psychology Consultant, he integrates behavioral awareness, empathy‑driven leadership, and mental‑health advocacy into operational environments—advancing staff well‑being, organizational harmony, and racial inclusion.
Academically, Dr. Larm holds multiple doctorate degrees, including a Doctor of Business Administration (DBA) in General Management from Graham International University (2025), complementing his MBA (2021), BBA (2019), and BSc in Engineering Management (2023) from the University of Management. His scholarly achievements also include numerous honorary doctorates across psychology, philosophy, engineering, and business administration, conferred by institutions such as Alfred Nobel Open Business School, Newport University (USA), Abide University, Graham International University, and UniDAIM, where he was also appointed Honorary Professor of Industrial‑Organizational Psychology and Honorary Faculty Member.
Dr. Larm’s professional affiliations further demonstrate his commitment to continuous development. He maintains active memberships with leading psychological, managerial, engineering, and security organizations, including the Psychological Society of Ireland, Australian Psychological Society, Society for Industrial and Organizational Psychology (USA), British Psychological Society, American Psychological Association, International Critical Incident Stress Foundation, Institute of Managers & Leaders (Australia/New Zealand), Malaysian Institute of Management, and the International Security Manager Association (ISMA). His qualifications also extend to registered facility and security management certifications under the International Certification Authority (ICA).
With more than a decade of experience in general insurance—ranging from underwriting to claims assessment—Dr. Larm brings a comprehensive understanding of risk management to his security‑related responsibilities. His additional credentials as a Certified Financial Consultant, Chartered Business Administrator, Chartered Management Consultant, and Certified Insurance Professional (ANZIIF) further reinforce his multidisciplinary expertise.
The Certified Manager Award in Security Management recognizes Dr. Larm’s exceptional capability in overseeing security operations, conducting risk assessments, ensuring regulatory compliance, and promoting safe, psychologically supportive workplaces. His leadership reflects QAHE’s values of integrity, professionalism, and global educational advancement.
QAHE congratulates Dr. Larm Tak Cheong on this well‑deserved achievement and commends his ongoing dedication to elevating standards in security management and organizational well‑being.
