On October 18, the inaugural meeting of the First International Advisory Board of College of Business (COB), Shanghai University of Finance and Economics (SUFE) was held at the Wudong Road Campus. Attendees included Prof. Chen Xinyuan, Vice President of SUFE, along with Prof. Wei Hang, Chairperson of COB Council, and Associate Deans of COB Prof. Gao Wei and Prof. Sun Qi. Members of the First International Advisory Board participated both online and in person to celebrate the establishment of the board.
The newly established International Advisory Board comprises 11 members, who are internationally renowned experts, scholars or business school deans, dedicated to providing suggestions on strategic development for the school, helping to establish extensive international networks, and gathering global resources. The board will support the school’s growth by offering guidance on critical strategic issues related to scientific research, talent cultivation, social service, and brand development.
During the meeting, Chen Xinyuan delivered an opening speech, expressing gratitude to the board members for their support and congratulating the school on the establishment of theboard. He introduced the rationale behind forming the International Advisory Board and outlined future prospects, highlighting that the diverse background and rich industry experience of its members would bring new ideas and help build an international exchange platform to enhance the quality of teaching and research. He also expressed his hope that the school would strengthen its international cooperation and contribute to the advancement of global business education.
Wei Hang also delivered a welcome speech on behalf of the school. He briefly outlined COB’s history and its achievements in international accreditations and business research in recent years. He acknowledged the unprecedented challenges to business education posed by fast-developing technologies, such as artificial intelligence, as well as the profound impacts of complex international and geopolitical relations on the school’s future. Faced with these challenges and opportunities, the school needs to respond proactively. He expressed the hope that the board would gather global wisdoms to provide valuable support and guidance for the school’s development.
Following the welcome addresses, the certificate presentation ceremony for the International Advisory Board took place. Prof. Zhang Fuqiang from Washington University in St. Louis was appointed as the Chair of the board. He briefly introduced the outstanding backgrounds of the board members. Sun Qi announced the appointments of the inaugural board members, who come from renowned educational institutions such as Harvard Business School, MIT, University of Melbourne, University of British Columbia's Sauder School of Business, and Vrije University Amsterdam, and so on. Finally, Chen Xinyuan presented certificates to the on-site board members Yuxin Chen, Martyn Jones, Cornelis Gerrit Koedijk, and Mahesh Nagarajan.
During the interactive discussion session chaired by Zhang Fuqiang, the board members reviewed the Charter of the International Advisory Board and engaged in lively discussions regarding the revisions of the school’s vision and mission statements. They also provided constructive suggestions for the school’s future development.
The inaugural meeting of the First International Advisory Board at SUFE COB concluded successfully. This event marks a significant milestone in the school’s development and represents an important step in strengthening international cooperation and enhancing educational quality. It reflects the school’s profound insights and firm commitment to its internationalization strategy, showcasing its open, inclusive and pioneering educational spirit. Looking ahead, we are filled with confidence and anticipation, believing that with the support of the International Advisory Board, the school will continue to enhance collaboration and communication with top global business schools, jointly exploring new frontiers and heights in business education, and driving the school toward greater achievements and higher goals.
(From: College of Business)
