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- Interview: Dr. Yong-geun Kim Appointed Hallym Univ. Business Professor
- 1. Hello, Professor. It is a great pleasure to meet you. I heard you were appointed as an Associate Professor in the Department of Business Administration at Hallym University. A belated congratulations to you. Could you please introduce yourself and share your thoughts on the appointment? Hello. I am Yong-geun Kim, and I am in charge of HR and Organizational Behavior (OB) in the Department of Business Administration at Hallym University. I teach courses such as Human Resource Management and Organizational Behavior at both the undergraduate and graduate levels. Furthermore, drawing on my diverse practical experience, I also serve as the head professor of the Startup Business major within the College of Business, researching and teaching entrepreneurship and startups. After graduating with a bachelor's degree in English Literature and Business Administration from Dongguk University, earning my master's degree in HR/OB at Seoul National University became the catalyst for pursuing a career in this field. Realizing my limitations due to a lack of practical experience during my master's program, I decided not to jump straight into a Ph.D. Instead, I broadened my understanding by working in CJ's HR team and at IBM as an HR/OB consultant. Later, to further strengthen my expertise, I began my Ph.D. program at Sungkyunkwan University (SKKU). During my doctoral studies, I moved to the HR/OB Research Lab at the POSCO Research Institute, eventually completing my Ph.D. in 2016. Because I started my Ph.D. after gaining practical experience, I have always tried to bridge corporate practice with academic research. After earning my degree, I had many opportunities to integrate practical projects at the POSCO Research Institute with academic studies. Notably, after transferring to POSCO, I served as a team leader and group leader in a CEO-direct organization overseeing sustainability management strategies for about six years. This allowed me to deeply consider how a company can grow alongside society. Even while working in the industry, thanks to the company's consideration, I was able to teach sustainability management courses as an adjunct professor at POSTECH, Hanyang University, and SKKU, and served as the Deputy Director of the POSTECH Sustainability Research Institute. I believe that holding onto these academic ties bore fruit with my appointment as an Associate Professor at Hallym University in September 2024. Located in Chuncheon, Hallym University is the only private university selected in the first phase of the Glocal University project in Gangwon Province. The university is pursuing various strategies to counter regional depopulation. In particular, it actively promotes entrepreneurship education that connects the local region with the globe, as well as education geared towards solving social problems. I am thoroughly enjoying my work here, utilizing my practical background to create new educational models together with the students. 2. What made you choose the Ph.D. program in Management at Sungkyunkwan University? First and foremost, my biggest motivation was the desire to expand the problem-awareness I developed in the field into academic research. Honestly, due to credential inflation, people around me also advised that I would need at least a Ph.D. to be recognized as a true expert. While considering which university would be the best fit, I chose SKKU because it fostered a welcoming atmosphere for industry professionals entering the Ph.D. program. I also expected that creating a synergy between my practical knowledge and theoretical concepts during classes would be highly beneficial. However, after enrolling, I realized firsthand that a welcoming atmosphere did not mean the process would be easy. I changed jobs to the POSCO Research Institute during my studies, and balancing my new work with my academics became so difficult that I had to take a leave of absence for a year and a half. Fortunately, under the guidance of Professor Dong-ok Cha, I was able to successfully conclude my 7-year Ph.D. journey. 3. Could you introduce the research topics you focused on during your Ph.D. and your major achievements? During my Ph.D., I primarily focused on leadership research with my advisor. Taking into account the actual manifestations of leadership I had observed in the field, I earned my degree with research on distributed and shared leadership. Since then, I have continuously strived to connect various HR/OB issues with academic research. I believe this is the most important habit I formed during my doctoral studies. Currently, the scope of my research has expanded slightly to encompass sustainability and entrepreneurship grounded in HR/OB, but I always keep in mind that "people" are at the core of it all. These research efforts have received meaningful recognition at both domestic and international conferences. I received the HR Division Best Paper Award at the AOM Annual Meeting in 2022, and the Best Paper Award from the Korean Academic Society of Business Administration in 2020. Continuing my research, I was honored to receive the Academic Award from the Korean Business Management Association in 2024, and the Best Presentation Paper Award from the Academy of Human Resource Development in 2025. Additionally, my research and educational activities in sustainability and social value creation led to my selection as a 2025 Stanford Sustainability Changemaker, and being invited to the Stanford Sustainability Summit remains a fond memory. Moving forward, I plan to continue conducting research that offers meaningful implications for both businesses and society by bridging HR/OB with sustainability management. 4. What is your personal teaching philosophy, teaching method, and ideal vision of an educator? My core teaching philosophy is that "learning is completed outside the classroom."Since business administration is a discipline aimed at solving problems in actual organizations and society, I believe theoretical learning must be paired with the experience of exploring real-world issues. Therefore, in my classes, I highly value Problem-Based Learning (PBL), where students identify real problems and seek out solutions. For instance, I run projects where students explore local community issues and develop them into startup ideas, and I operate global programs that allow them to experience overseas startup ecosystems firsthand. Recently, I provided an opportunity for students to directly explore the global startup environment and validate their ideas through the "Glocal Solve-a-thon@NY" program held in New York. I believe an ideal educator is not merely someone who transmits knowledge, but a facilitator who helps students discover their own potential and grow. Therefore, I strive to provide a safe "playground" where students can freely explore and experiment. 5. Finally, do you have any advice for SKKU students and graduate students who are preparing to become professors? I feel very cautious about giving advice to my juniors, as I consider myself incredibly lucky to have caught these opportunities. Looking back, academia is not something you do alone; it is a process of growing together with good fellow researchers. I hope you cherish your current relationships and treat them with sincerity. The unseen support from those people becomes a tremendous source of strength both on your journey to becoming a professor and after you achieve that goal. However, that does not mean you should simply rely on others. Ultimately, you are the one who must carve out and build your own path—no one else will do it for you. If you build strong connections with the excellent professors at SKKU and participate in research diligently, I am confident you will achieve great results. I sincerely cheer for you all to build a wonderful research community together as fellow SKKU alumni.
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- 작성일 2026-08-05
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- "'Dedicated to Education and Research for 35 Years...' Professor Chung Hong-joo's Retirement Interview"
- Professor Chung Hong-joo, who has dedicated himself to academic advancement and nurturing talent through his research in risk management, financial consumer protection, and sustainable management at the Business School, is retiring. Having witnessed the university's leap from the 800s in global rankings in the early 1990s to the top 80 today, he played a significant role not only in research and education but also in laying the foundation for the academic community. He broadened the arena for academic exchange by founding the Korean Academy of Financial Consumers, the International Academy of Financial Consumers, and the Korea Mutual Aid Association. He also contributed to the globalization of the Business School through various international cooperation programs. Having spent a long time in the classroom with students, practicing the true value of research and education, he is now preparing for a new beginning. On the occasion of his retirement, we sat down with him to look back on his 35-year career as a professor, hear about his most memorable moments, his affection for his students, and his plans for the future. 1. How do you feel about concluding your teaching career at the Business School? I have had a rewarding and blessed career over the past 35 years, working alongside highly knowledgeable and virtuous professors, as well as diligent and capable students, on a park-like campus right in the heart of Jongno, Seoul. In the early 1990s, our university was ranked in the 800s globally, but it has made tremendous progress since then. I am thrilled to retire from a university that is now ranked in the top 80 in the world. 2. Could you briefly introduce your research fields and achievements? While Korea is one of the safest countries in the world in terms of public security, it remains unstable in other economic and social aspects. With a personal goal of making the country safer, I have spent my life researching various fields, including risk management, sustainable management (ESG), social insurance, and financial consumers. Beyond my own research, I founded three academic societies and served as their inaugural president to create a research platform for many professors (The Korean Academy of Financial Consumers, The International Academy of Financial Consumers, and The Korea Mutual Aid Association). I also served as the president of the Korean Insurance Academic Society and the Asia-Pacific Risk and Insurance Association, contributing to the academic development and the nurturing of scholars in this field. 3. Are there any particularly memorable episodes from your long teaching career? I remember working as the head of the Globalization Task Force Team (TFT) to obtain our first AACSB accreditation, which is proudly displayed in various places around the Business School. I worked incredibly hard with several professors for two to three years, achieving international accreditation in what was then the shortest time in Korea. Other memorable events include launching the very first overseas block seminars for the MBA program (in Otaru, Japan; Delhi University, India, etc.) and hosting the university's first-ever overseas online special lecture. Traveling to 100 countries is also a rather unique achievement of mine. 4. Are there any students who stand out in your memory among those you met at the Business School? When did you feel the most rewarded? Although it closed due to COVID-19, it was incredibly rewarding to have produced numerous Master's and Ph.D. graduates from the Global Insurance and Pension Graduate School. These include Calligrapher Shim Hyun-jung (an invited artist of the National Art Exhibition), numerous executives and employees in the insurance industry, Professor Lim So-young of the School of Commerce at Waseda University (which maintains an exchange program with SKKU's Business School), as well as Professor Choi Mi-soo, Professor Lee Yoon, and Professor Yoon Hyung-bin, who are all active in universities at home and abroad. 5. What are your plans after retirement? I plan to continue my academic and teaching activities related to global sustainable management and financial consumer protection. In particular, I would like to try creating affordable textbooks for developing countries. To maintain my health, I also plan to continue practicing Kouksundo (Korean Taoist yoga) and traveling domestically and internationally. 6. Finally, do you have a message for the members of the SKKU Business School? I believe we are living in a time where it is very difficult to stay grounded and protect oneself amidst the new international political and economic order and the AI revolution. In times like these, we must strengthen our learning in international business and AI utilization. It also seems necessary to expand the role of the Business School by taking an interest in new worlds—such as the Islamic world, which accounts for 25% of the global population, or developing nations—and bridging development cooperation with corporate exchange.
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- 작성일 2026-08-03
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- Business Administration Global Challenge (Belgium) - Interview with Student Hojun Yoon (Business '20)
- 1. Hello, please introduce yourself first. Hello, I am Hojun Yoon, class of '20 in the Business Administration Department at Sungkyunkwan University, and I participated in the 2025 Business Administration Global Challenge Program. 2. What was your motivation for participating in the 2025 Business Administration Global Challenge (Belgium)? I was scheduled to be dispatched as an exchange student to KU Leuven in Belgium for the first semester of the 2026 academic year. While preparing for the exchange, I learned through a university notice that this Global Challenge program would be held at KU Leuven, my intended host university, so I applied.I thought it would be a great opportunity to adapt to the local school atmosphere and life abroad in advance, as well as interact with students from various cultural backgrounds before starting my actual exchange student life. As a KU Leuven exchange student, to briefly introduce the school, it is the most famous university in Belgium and a prestigious university recognized within Europe, ranking 43rd in the world university rankings. It is indeed a prestigious school acknowledged by the locals as well, and the quality of the classes is quite good. Belgium is located in the center of Europe, making it a great place for traveling too. I know that KU Leuven maintains continuous exchanges with Sungkyunkwan University's Business School, so I hope those who are interested will keep this in mind. 3. What kind of activities did you do there? Also, what was the most memorable one? The program activities can be broadly divided into lectures, group projects, and networking activities. 1. I took in-depth online/offline lectures held for 2-4 hours every day (Mon-Fri) under the theme of ‘Sustainable for the Future’. By looking specifically at the definition and problems of sustainability, as well as various EU policies and laws currently in effect related to it, I was able to learn diverse perspectives on sustainability. 2. I participated in a group project (Group Work) where we teamed up with students of various nationalities to apply the ‘Strategic Foresight Framework’ to real-world topics. I formed a team with students from different countries, including China, Australia, Germany, Taiwan, and India, and we chose the topic of the ‘overpackaging problem in online shopping’. When I introduced the case of Korea’s ‘Coupang’, my teammates found it interesting and we proceeded with the project centered around it. I had to take a leading role in researching materials based on the Korean case, but it was a very rewarding experience. 3. There were also networking activities to interact with the students participating in the program. From a Reception to get close, tours of 3 campuses, visits to sustainable management companies in Belgium, to a visit to the ‘Efteling’ theme park in the Netherlands, the program did not just conduct classes but also offered many various activities to build friendships. The most memorable activity was definitely the group project and presentation time. It was my first time doing a group assignment with friends of such diverse nationalities, and the process of understanding and coordinating different cultural backgrounds and perspectives was fascinating. In particular, it was very impressive to see many friends actively asking questions and communicating during the Q&A session after the presentation, unlike in Korea. 4. What were you able to learn through this Global Challenge? The biggest learning was that my perspective on ‘Sustainability’ broadened. I thought I knew a certain amount from taking ESG-related classes in Korea, but Europe, as I experienced it locally, was much more ‘sincere’ about sustainability than I had imagined. I realized that they do not simply see it on the level of environmental protection, but recognize it as a core competitiveness directly linked to the survival of future companies, and utilize it as an important strategic point. Additionally, I feel like I was able to learn global communication skills by taking the initiative and leading a project in an unfamiliar environment. 5. What are your future plans? First of all, my short-term goal is to successfully complete my exchange student life at KU Leuven, which is scheduled until June. I want to broaden my knowledge by taking the classes I wanted to take at the host school, and solidly build my global capabilities by raising my English proficiency to my personal target level. In the long term, I want to establish my own global network by continuing the precious relationships I made through this Global Challenge program.
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- 작성일 2026-07-29
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[New Faculty Interview] Beyond theories and formulas—welcoming hands-on learners outside the lab!
- Our Business School is strengthening its core values of educational and research capabilities, and striving to foster talents for student success and future value creation. To this end, we have invited new faculty members with outstanding capabilities for the first semester of 2026. We met with Professor Na-kyung Kyung, a new faculty member majoring in Management Information Systems who recently joined the Business School family, to hear about her 'major research activities, major, and future plans.' Q1. Hello, Professor. It is a pleasure to meet you! Could you please introduce yourself? Hello. I am Na-kyung Kyung, and I joined this year majoring in Management Information Systems. Nice to meet you! Before coming to Sungkyunkwan University, I worked at the National University of Singapore for four years. My research focuses on measuring the changes brought about by the introduction of AI to businesses and society using quantitative and scientific methods. In particular, I pursue 'research outside the lab,' including field experiments, and conduct research closely connected to actual industrial fields. Q2. Could you briefly introduce your major, and what made you choose this field? My major is Management Engineering. Management Engineering is a discipline that systematically analyzes and solves management problems using mathematical models and statistical and econometric methods, rather than relying solely on sense or intuition. To achieve this, during my Ph.D. program, I built a solid mathematical foundation, including data analysis and econometric methodologies, and received training to apply them to real-world industrial problems. You could say it is a major slightly closer to the natural sciences and engineering. I was particularly fascinated by the idea that you can only improve what you can measure. Another important reason was the opportunity to collaborate with various IT companies. The fact that there are many opportunities to solve problems occurring in actual corporate fields together based on data was a great appeal, leading me to choose it as my major. Q3. Could you share your thoughts on making a new start at Sungkyunkwan University Business School and your future plans? I am truly happy and excited to make a new start at Sungkyunkwan University. In particular, I have heard from many people around me that the students at SKKU Business School are very outstanding and diligent, so I am looking forward to the time I will spend learning and collaborating with both undergraduate and graduate students. As I stand at a new starting line, I will try my best to make meaningful contributions to both education and research with a sense of responsibility as a member of the SKKU Business School. Q4. What are your research plans going forward? My short-term research plan is to focus on developing ongoing collaborative projects into research achievements. Since collaboration data with various industry partners, including a healthcare app company I have worked with for a long time, has already been accumulated, I intend to spend time systematically organizing it and completing it into academically meaningful results. At the same time, I want to answer more fundamental questions. Will AI truly replace jobs? Will companies move towards reducing or halting employment? If so, how will the meaning of work and jobs for humans be redefined? Recently, there has been a trend of employment contraction and restructuring centered around IT companies, and I also want to examine how these short-term efficiency strategies affect companies' long-term innovation and growth. Q5. Could you tell us what you consider to be the ideal educator? I believe the ideal educator is not someone who provides the right answers, but someone who helps students see broader perspectives and possibilities, allowing them to explore on their own. As I felt while researching and guiding students abroad, undergraduate and graduate students in Korea, in particular, are exceptionally outstanding and diligent compared to the population size, and their research capabilities are also quite high. Since they are students already equipped with potential and execution ability, I think what they need is not excessive control or having everything done for them, but appropriate direction and strategic guidance. I want to be an educator who helps each and every student discover their strengths and interests and expand them into greater possibilities. An educator like a gatekeeper who explores new paths and possibilities together beyond just conveying knowledge—that is the ideal image I aspire to. Q6. Lastly, do you have any messages you would like to convey to the students of Sungkyunkwan University Business School? Everyone, the door to my lab is always open. Please feel free to come and talk to me anytime, whether it is about research concerns or even seemingly trivial questions! Also, we always welcome those who want to join in hands-on research, learning by experiencing things outside the lab, rather than just staying with theories and formulas!
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- 작성일 2026-07-22
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[New Faculty Interview] Beyond theories and formulas—welcoming hands-on learners outside the lab!
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- Professor Jungwon Suh (Finance) Wins 2025 KJFS Best Paper Award
- Professor Jungwon Suh of the Sungkyunkwan University (SKKU) Business School has won the ‘2025 KJFS Best Paper Award’ for his research that empirically re-examines the causes of the "Korea Discount." The award-winning paper was published in the Korean Journal of Financial Studies (KJFS) Vol. 54, No. 4 (2025). This study comprehensively analyzed the structural factors of the Korea discount using data from 58 countries spanning from 2001 to 2018. According to the research findings, the level of shareholder rights in South Korea was not lower than the international average, thereby failing to empirically support the conventional hypothesis that "weak shareholder rights cause the Korea discount." Furthermore, the shareholder return rate did not significantly differ from the global average, and no evidence was found to suggest that an increase in the return rate leads to a rise in corporate value. Consequently, Professor Suh proposed that high economic policy uncertainty is a more plausible cause of the Korea discount. Sharing his thoughts on the award, Professor Suh remarked, "I have been steadily researching the Korea discount phenomenon for decades, and I am delighted to publish such major, impactful research findings and receive recognition from the academic community." He added that his 2007 paper on the Korea discount continues to be actively discussed in academia, while his 2019 study on the holding company discount phenomenon is frequently cited as virtually the only academic research in that specific field. Regarding his future research plans, he stated, "I plan to continue publishing internationally impactful papers focusing on topics related to the corporate governance, valuation, and financing of Korean companies." He also shared a message for his students: "Amid the recent boom in the domestic stock market, I encourage you to explore the relationship between corporate value and fundamentals with a critical and analytical perspective."
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- 작성일 2026-07-21
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- Successful Conclusion of the 2026 Winter Business School Graduation Ceremony
- The Business School held its 2026 Winter Graduation Ceremony on Saturday, February 21, at 11:00 AM at the Millennium Hall, B2 of the 600th Anniversary Hall on the Humanities and Social Sciences Campus. On this day, a total of 550 graduates across bachelor's, master's, doctoral, and professional programs received their degrees and stood at a new starting line. n his congratulatory address, Dean Lee Jong-eun of the Business School highly praised the challenges and achievements of the graduates, stating, "Your time at the school must have been not just a process of simple learning, but a precious journey of discovering what you enjoy and excel at." He advised, "In this rapidly changing era, a crisis can become another opportunity. It is time to set your goals and move vigorously toward your dreams. Even amidst fear and confusion, I hope you continue to make courageous choices and advance into the wider world." Lee Jae-beom, the incoming President of the EMBA Alumni Association at the Graduate School of Business, welcomed the graduates as new members of the alumni association and emphasized the value of consistency. He stated, "Expertise is not completed overnight. Only when you set a goal and strategically invest your time can your unique competitiveness be built." He further encouraged them, saying, "The time you have spent fiercely contemplating and diligently building upon in your respective positions will ultimately grow you into differentiated experts," expressing his hope that they will add depth to their chosen fields. Kim Jung-tae, President of the IMBA Alumni Association at the Graduate School of Business, commended the hard work of the graduates who balanced their studies with work. He conveyed, "The past time, during which you never stopped learning even amidst a busy daily life, is the greatest investment in yourselves. The more uncertain the times, the greater the meaning of learning and taking on challenges." He also added, "I look forward to you achieving greater growth by collaborating with each other based on the alumni network." Meanwhile, during the event, the Graduate School of Business Alumni Association delivered 2 million won for the EMBA Cohort Development Fund, and the 43rd cohort of the IMBA program donated 5 million won to the Graduate School Development Fund, continuing the spirit of sharing for their juniors.
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- 작성일 2026-07-20
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- Interview with Seol-on Kim (Business Administration '22): 2025 Global Challenge in Belgium
- 1. Hello, could you please introduce yourself? Hello, I am Seol-on Kim, a Business Administration major (Class of '22) who participated in the KU Leuven Winter Program. I am currently heading into my final semester before graduation and am solidifying my career path based on my interest in corporate-wide strategy and planning. 2. What motivated you to participate in the 2025 Department of Business Administration Global Challenge (Belgium)? When I saw the announcement for the Global Challenge program, I was studying as an exchange student in Australia. Due to practical concerns, I had agonized over whether to go on an exchange for three whole years, finally deciding to do it in my last eligible semester before graduation. That time allowed me to truly feel firsthand that the experiences and lessons I gained there could become an incredible asset. Along with a strong desire to experience something like that again, I also wanted to dive deeper into ESG management—a topic I had always regretted not exploring more thoroughly as a business major. Above all, I wanted to maintain the English exposure I had built up during my exchange semester for a little longer and further improve my conversational skills. Besides these various aspirations, what I needed most was to figure out my next steps after my exchange life ended. Although it was a time when I felt most conflicted about my career path, I believed that if I seized the new opportunities that appeared before me, that confusion would eventually clear up. I was confident that this Global Challenge could be a part of that journey. 3. What kind of activities did you do there? And what was the most memorable? For three weeks, every weekday, I attended university lectures on SDGs (Sustainable Development Goals) and worked on a team project. With lectures and workshops on various topics lined up every day, my days were truly packed. I was able to experience collaborating with students of various nationalities to build a project together. Furthermore, I had new experiences every day without a moment of boredom, such as visiting campuses in other cities for classes and going on corporate field trips. The most memorable part was definitely the team project. For the team presentation scheduled on the last day, we had to develop ideas, debate, and produce a final result over the course of three weeks. Since we had complete freedom in everything from choosing a topic to running meetings and dividing up tasks, I felt an even greater sense of responsibility. Gathering with team members of diverse nationalities to create a single outcome was sometimes overwhelming, but through that process, I learned how to communicate and collaborate wisely. Meeting and interacting daily with people I might never have met otherwise, naturally encountering their values, and engaging in deep exchanges while pondering the same issues together—this experience went beyond mere learning; it truly broadened my perspective. 4. What were you able to learn through this Global Challenge? First, I learned how profoundly environmental issues are treated in advanced nations. Their approach felt refreshing—it wasn't just about avoiding regulations or seeking commercial or political gain, but aimed at realizing the true values of the SDGs. I realized the kind of synergy that can be created when practical legal regulations meet civic interest in a positive way, and it allowed me to organize my thoughts on true ESG management. Moreover, the simple fact that I could independently build my own daily life abroad strengthened my inner resilience and gave me confidence. I was able to see and feel so much while traveling to unfamiliar cities I might never have visited if not for this opportunity. Stepping away from the comfortable neighborhood and people I had settled with, and creating another small, daily routine in a foreign land day by day, helped me reduce my fear of new environments and gain confidence for future challenges. 5. What are your future plans? For now, I plan to finish my remaining semester while simultaneously preparing for internships. As graduation approaches, I intend to actively participate in university research projects to gain as diverse an experience as possible. I also have ambitions to work for a global company in the future, so I think I will need some time to reflect on how to best develop the skills and competencies I have built up so far.
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- 작성일 2026-07-15
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- [Student Interview] Jisu Bin (Business Administration, Class of 2023) _ Elected Student Council President
- 1. Hello! It is so nice to meet you. First, please briefly introduce yourself and the current student council! Hello! My name is Ji Su-bin. I entered the Department of Business Administration in 2023 (Class 3) and will be serving as the President of the Business School Student Council for the 2026 academic year. The 26th Business School Student Council, "Be:hind," was launched with the slogan, "A shining story that stands right behind you." Currently, our student council operates with 25 fellow students organized into six distinct bureaus: the Culture & Planning Bureau, Finance & Administration Bureau, External Relations Bureau, Academic Policy Bureau, Human Resources & Operations Bureau, and Public Relations & Communications Bureau. True to our name, "Be:hind," we aim to stand behind our fellow business school students, remaining a reliable presence even in unseen moments, and working hard so that every student can paint a bright future. 2. What motivated you to run for Student Council President? After my admission, I served as the representative for Class 3 of the Business Administration Department, which gave me many opportunities to communicate closely with the student council. Through that process, I found it incredibly rewarding to help make my peers' campus life more enjoyable and to create events together. Since then, I served as an executive member of the baseball club 'Bizball' and as the Director of the Culture & Planning Bureau for the 25th Business School Student Council, 'Bihaengwoon.' The process of directly planning initiatives that provide a more enjoyable and valuable campus experience brought me great joy. Looking back, providing practical support from behind the scenes naturally felt like happiness to me. Based on these experiences, I decided to run for student council president with the desire to offer even more help by organizing a wider variety of projects. 3. Could you introduce the student council's projects and highlight any notable initiatives? "Be:hind" is preparing a variety of projects centered around five core keywords: Culture, Communication, Career, Welfare, and Education. Culture We plan to host an Early Admission Orientation, General Orientation, and Freshman Orientation Camp for incoming Business Administration students. Following that, we are preparing cultural events like "Biz Family" and the "Business Cultural Festival" to foster continuous interaction between the Business Administration and Global Business Administration departments. In the second semester, we intend to run a global exchange program called "Be My Guest" to increase interaction opportunities between current business school students and international students. Communication To address the frustrations of students who might hesitate to voice their opinions directly or feel they cannot fully express their thoughts through existing online and offline channels, we plan to operate a revamped offline communication channel. In addition, we will continuously engage with business school students by managing our Instagram and KakaoTalk channels and providing quarterly project reports. Career We plan to run a "Career Archive" to easily provide information on all certifications, employment opportunities, and extracurricular activities related to business roles. Furthermore, we are organizing corporate field trip programs so students can have comfortable conversations with active professionals. We are also planning industry-academia collaboration projects to strengthen various competencies through practical, hands-on business problem-solving. Welfare First of all, despite the size of the department, Business Administration lacked a dedicated departmental student council, which caused relative inconveniences regarding benefits and welfare. In response, we aim to establish a Department of Business Administration Student Council to expand welfare services. Besides this, we plan to implement projects such as operating office hours and an emergency pharmacy, organizing group purchases for business school merchandise, and distributing snacks. Education Many students in the business administration department wish to pursue a double major. However, it is not easy to obtain information about this, worsening the issue of information asymmetry. To resolve this, we are preparing to introduce a practical mutual exchange program. Additionally, we hope to contribute to developing our fellow students' academic competencies by hosting a Business Academic Festival. 4. What do you consider to be the most important value in leading the student council? In my opinion, the most important value in a group setting is "an attitude of mutual respect." Recognizing that my words and attitude can have a significant impact on others and maintaining mutual respect is essential to successfully realizing the various projects and events planned by "Be:hind." "Be:hind" will do its utmost not only to foster respect among our executive council members but also to sincerely respect all students in the business school, making it the shining college we all hope for. 5. Lastly, is there anything you would like to say to the school and your fellow students? First of all, I want to express my deepest gratitude to all the students who trusted and voted for "Be:hind." We will always listen to your voices and strive to create shining stories together. We ask for your continued interest and support for the various projects we will be rolling out in the future. Thank you.
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- 작성일 2026-07-07
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- SKKU Hosts Universitas Padjadjaran Delegation for Digital & AI Transformation Exchange
- From Wednesday, February 4 to Thursday, February 5, a delegation from Universitas Padjadjaran, a state university in Indonesia, visited Sungkyunkwan University to participate in an exchange program focused on digital and AI transformation strategies and practical educational innovation. The delegation consisted of 33 members in total, including 30 students enrolled in the Master of Applied Economics program and faculty members. Notably, the group included 10 professionals from the private sector and 20 civil servants from the Finance and Development Supervisory Agency (BPKP) under the Indonesian government, forming a diverse cohort that bridges academia and practice. On the first day, February 4, the delegation attended an introduction session for the International Summer Semester (ISS) at the International Hall. This was followed by a campus tour of the historic Sungkyunkwan University, allowing them to experience the history and traditions of Korean higher education. Afterward, they moved to the Business School Building, where the academic exchange officially began with a welcoming address by Professor Youngji Han, Director of the International Exchange Center at the Business School. In the subsequent Seminar 1, Professor Jiyoung Kim delivered a lecture titled "Digital & AI Transformation Through Digital Channels." Building on a comprehensive understanding of overall DX (Digital Transformation) and AX (AI Transformation) trends, the seminar introduced platform ecosystem strategies, use cases for search and live commerce, and data-driven decision-making tools, sharing actionable ways to enhance competitiveness in the digital economy environment. On the second day, February 5, Seminar 2 was held under the theme "Education in the Digital Era: Project-Based and Simulation-Based Learning Cases." Professor Jiyoung Kim introduced industry-linked curriculum operations, data-driven project classes, and education models utilizing simulations, outlining the practical skills and educational innovation directions required in the era of the digital economy. The program garnered significant interest from the delegation as it moved beyond a theory-centric approach, focusing instead on strengthening the practical problem-solving abilities and competencies demanded in real industrial fields through project- and simulation-based learning. Taking this visit as an opportunity, the Sungkyunkwan University Business School plans to continuously expand cooperation with global partner universities, including those in Indonesia, and further strengthen international educational exchanges centered around the digital and AI sectors.
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- 작성일 2026-07-06
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- College of Business Successfully Hosts the Inaugural ICoMP 2026 International Conference
- College of Business Successfully Hosts the Inaugural ICoMP 2026 International Conference - Bringing Together More Than 120 Leading Scholars in Compensation, Motivation, and Performance The College of Business (Dean: Professor Jong Eun Lee) successfully hosted the inaugural International Conference on Compensation, Motivation, and Performance (ICoMP 2026) on January 8–9, 2026, further strengthening its position as a global hub for international academic exchange. ICoMP is an international conference dedicated to research on compensation systems, employee motivation, performance management, and the future of work. The 2026 conference marked the official launch of the conference series, bringing together leading scholars from around the world. Over the two-day event, more than 120 researchers from 53 universities and research institutions across 13 countries gathered to present their latest research findings and engage in vibrant academic discussions. The conference program featured keynote sessions and multiple paper presentation sessions covering a broad range of topics, including human resource management (HRM), organizational behavior, labor economics, and strategic management. Meaningful discussions and active exchanges among scholars from Korea and abroad transformed the campus into a vibrant global academic forum. The conference was co-organized by Professor Tae-Yoon Park of the College of Business, Professor Diane Burton of Cornell University, and Professor Jason D. Shaw of Nanyang Technological University. The event was supported by the College of Business and the BK21 Project Team. Through the successful launch of the inaugural ICoMP Conference, the College of Business further expanded its global research network and reinforced its role as a leading academic hub for research on compensation, motivation, and performance. ICoMP is expected to become a recurring international conference, providing a premier platform for scholars worldwide to advance research and foster international collaboration.
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- 작성일 2026-07-06
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