Prof. Ying Zhang | Decision Sciences
| Best Researcher Award

Researcher at Yunnan University of Finance and Economics, China.

Professor Ying Zhang, born in 1980 (Bai nationality, Australian PR), is a tenured professor at Yunnan University of Finance & Economics since 2019. Her expertise spans International Human Resource Management (IHRM), Organizational Behavior (OB), cultural intelligence, expatriation, and management science. With over 30 peer-reviewed papers—14 in JCR Q1 and 5 in Q2 journals—and seven authored books, her cumulative impact factor exceeds 280. She has led multiple national and international research projects and received 12 prestigious awards. Renowned for mentoring postgraduate students from minority backgrounds in mountainous regions, she guided SSCI-published research and earned China’s First Prize for National Master Thesis Instruction, highlighting her impact in both research excellence and inclusive education.

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Education

Professor Ying Zhang earned her Ph.D. in Management from Charles Sturt University (CSU), Australia, in 2014, with a focus on international management and human resource development. She holds a Master of Education from the University of Melbourne (2004), where she specialized in cross-cultural and curriculum studies. Her undergraduate studies were completed at Yunnan University (1998–2002), majoring in Foreign Languages, which laid the foundation for her bilingual teaching and international orientation. Her academic trajectory reflects a strong blend of management, education, and cultural fluency—qualities that fuel her interdisciplinary research and global collaborations. Her diverse academic background empowers her to bridge Western and Eastern educational philosophies and manage research projects with international relevance and impact.

Work Experience

Since 2015, Professor Ying Zhang has served as a professor at the International Business School, Yunnan University of Finance & Economics, a CSU partner institution. She teaches across undergraduate to doctoral levels, delivering courses in English and bilingual formats, such as HRM, Strategic Marketing, Global Business, and Cross-cultural Management. She supervises master’s and Ph.D. students in management science, engineering, and international business. Her practical experience includes leading international collaborations, including three Sino-Australian projects. She has also been actively involved in academic research, project management, and community outreach. Her dual role as a scholar and mentor demonstrates a well-rounded professional commitment to teaching, research, and inclusive academic development in diverse regions.

Research Focus

Professor Ying Zhang’s research concentrates on International Human Resource Management (IHRM), Organizational Behavior (OB), cultural intelligence, and expatriation management. Her work critically examines how culture influences management practices, employee behavior, and global business operations. She explores the dynamics of expatriate adaptation, leadership development in multicultural contexts, and organizational strategies for global talent retention. With a focus on evidence-based analysis and cross-cultural applicability, she integrates qualitative and quantitative methodologies to drive innovation in management science. Her projects often intersect with real-world policy, addressing economic development in remote and minority communities. Her research not only advances theoretical frameworks but also provides practical models for effective intercultural engagement in today’s globalized business environment.

Conclusion

Ying Zhang is highly suitable for the Research for Best Researcher Award. Her academic profile, research leadership, international collaborations, and exceptional teaching contributions collectively make her a top-tier candidate. Minor advancements in global visibility and applied impact would further elevate her candidacy, but she already demonstrates an outstanding record worthy of high recognition.

Publications to Noted

📄 An investigation of the impact of intellectual capital on entrepreneurial performance
Year: 2024 | 🔍 Journal of International Management (JCR Q1, IF=6.200, ABDC-A) | 📚

📄 Knowledge management of MNCs in the post-COVID Era: The role of cultural intelligence and knowledge-oriented leadership
Year: 2024 | 🔍 Journal of Knowledge Management (JCR Q1, IF=9.961, ABDC-A) | 📚

📄 Team Psychological Resource as A Critical Enabler for Innovation and Knowledge Creation
Year: 2023 | 🔍 Journal of Industrial Integration and Management (ESCI Q1, IF=9.000) | 📚

📄 Modelling the Influence of Individual Differences on Knowledge Hiding
Year: 2022 | 🔍 Journal of Knowledge Management (JCR Q1, IF=9.961, ABDC-A) | 📚

📄 Exploring the longitudinal effects of emotional and cultural intelligence on knowledge management processes
Year: 2022 | 🔍 Asia Pacific Journal of Management (JCR Q2, IF=6.721, ABS***, ABDC-A) | 📚

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