CUHK Business – January 2024
Amid the demand for sustainable practice and the rise of conscious consumers, how will companies and leaders continue to innovate and stay ahead? Uncover the latest insights and research on today’s business strategy trends from CUHK Business magazine.
Our Research
Finance
By Prof. Darwin Choi, Prof. Zhenyu Gao, Prof. Wenxi Jiang, Prof. Chanik Jo
Direct exposure to global warming influences retail investors, while institutional investors divest from high-emission stocks in response to growing awareness of climate change risks
Consumer Behaviour
New study finds “green consumerism” is alive and well in China, with consumers willing to pay more for sustainable food
Social Responsibility
By Prof. Ling Cen, Prof. Jing Wu
A new study reveals that US households spend more on products from firms that prioritise corporate workplace equality, especially after major social events
Leadership
By Prof. Ya Lin, Prof. Haibin Yang
New study finds that a CEO’s emotional profile has a notable impact on their company’s uptake of corporate social responsibility initiatives
Our People
Despite having been immersed in the dizzying world of finance, Norris Lam (IBBA 1997), partner at Forbes Global and a financial industry veteran, refuses to be enslaved by money; she would rather create a profound impact with it than amass enormous wealth.
Faculty Story
It is often said that “business is business”, a rational pursuit purely focused on business management and value and benefit calculation. Yet business is also about human activities in modern societies, in which humans and their beliefs drive all kinds of interactions and value creation that ultimately lead to success.
Alumni Story
Generations of women from various backgrounds have sought education and enlightenment at CUHK Business School, where they have gained valuable insights into business and management as well as a broader outlook on the world.
Alumni Whereabouts
With the recent appointment of 83 new Global Alumni Ambassadors (GAA) from 26 countries, let’s get to know some of the new members as they share their insights, experiences and aspirations.
Our Happenings
- MiM Students Gain Regional Exposure in Singapore and Vietnam
- 2023 AsRES-GCREC Joint International Real Estate Conference Fosters Exchange and Collaboration
- Global Alumni Forum Sparks Thought-Provoking Dialogues on the Future of Business
- Ms. Cindy Chow Inspires New Undergraduates at Inauguration Ceremony
- CUHK EMBA Ranks World’s 23rd by Financial Times
- Second Green Fintech Report Sheds Light on the Green FinTech Landscape across APEC Economies
- New MSc in Sustainable Global Business Commences in 2024
- CUHK Business School Sustainability Indices Reveal Promising Trends under the New Normal
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About CUHK Business
CUHK Business School’s magazine CUHK Business provides a platform to inform readers of selected business topics and school updates through articles written by staff and guest writers. Situated at the world’s doorway to China, with a well developed foundation in business education and research, CUHK Business School has a unique role in nurturing business leaders of tomorrow. We hope you will find the articles interesting and stimulating.