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- Excellent Teaching Award sharing by Prof. Chengwei Wang NEW
- Prof. Chengwei Wang comes from Shanghai, China, holding a Bachelor's degree in Economics from Tsinghua University and a doctoral degree in Finance from INSEAD. She joined SKK Graduate School of Business in August 2016. She received the SKK GSB Full-Time MBA Program Teaching Excellence Award in 2017 and also in 2018. She shared her teaching experience at SKK GSB as following: • Professors can be serious and, at the same time, fun. Teaching topics clearly with their storytelling or some short case exercises can make academic courses really interesting and sometimes unexpectedly so. It will make the students more like friends rather than just treating them as students. • Trying to reduce our teaching information by using keywords and simple words can be more productive. Focus on one topic each time. In general, MBA students have diverse background and different understandings of various classes. Teaching here is not about showing what we know, but making sure everyone clearly understands what we are trying to deliver to them, which may be beneficial to them in future applications. • Treat every student equally and always expect the best from each student. At the same time, do not expect too much from everyone. We should realize that no one is perfect in the world. Never leave any student feeling like their efforts have been wasted. • Make the homework assignments and exams closely related to the in-class topics to check that everyone is on the same page. Also, try to review the knowledge and some tasks in class so that the students have more work-life balance in their spare time. • Give some group research assignments related to the class for the students to learn creative ideas and make them learn from each other. Good students often cause a good professor. Pranitha Divya Sri Gajula, a student from India of the class of 2021, said, "I love the way Professor Wang taught us, I learned the new knowledge of Managerial Economics with a lot of fun. There are so many interactive activities and world-wide cases in class, which increased my motivation and knowledge retention. Michael G. Osborn, a student from the U.S., FMBA class of 2021, said, "One of the difficult parts of an MBA program, in general, is that the students come from a variety of disciplines and might lack a business foundation. Prof. Wang's class was incredibly effective because she did an exceptional job of using examples from a wide variety of areas to explain complex economic concepts, thus bridging the divide and including students who struggled conceptually."
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- The Importance of Effective Business Writing NEW
- Nov 7, 2019—The Full-Time MBA Class of 2021 started their first day of Effective Business Writing taught by Mr. Colin Gennoe. This class is the preparatory course for Applied Business Project. The mission of SKK GSB is to advance business knowledge in a multicultural learning environment to develop socially responsible managers who will lead a global organization. As a future global leader, it is essential to demonstrate your logical and critical ideas and integrate them into multivariate business situations. Excellent and persuasive writing skills can affect how people are perceived. Thus, practical business writing skills to improve communication in the workplace is essential for every student, even for native English speakers. Mr. Colin Gennoe encouraged students to think critically and employ strategies to overcome some common fears of writing. He emphasized the need to understand the use of formal and informal language to achieve practical professional communication skills and get ready for the Applied Business Project. Writing, like life itself, is a voyage of discovery, and technology is the pen and paper of our time. It isn't where you come from, it's where you're going that counts. The more you write, the better you are. Yin Lin, SKK GSB PR Committee, FMBA Class of 2021
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- Graduates from MBA schools in Korea shared their experiences.
- Choi Eun-pil(Professional MBA, Class of 2019, right in the picture) attended an MBA conference that was hosted by the Korea Economic Daily on Sep 26. "I got rid of the thirst for professional knowledge through the MBA...I have a lot of connections after graduation." Q) What made you to opt for an MBA? A) Choi Eun-pil, Head of Kakao's Foreign Policy Department: I received a Bachelor's degree in Electrical and Computer Engineering. However, the charge thrust upon me at work was predominantly related to business planning. For the last 11 years at work, I always yearned for an opportunity to learn more about management and strategy. Self-studying is, you know, not sufficient enough. This is why I chose the Professional MBA course at Sungkyunkwan University, where I can continue to work during the day and take classes at night. Q) Do you think pursuing an MBA degree in Korea has put you at any disadvantage? A) Choi Eun-pil: I did look into MBA courses overseas when I first thought about doing an MBA. However, it was not an easy decision to make, since it meant that I would have had to leave the company and go abroad to study for two years. Other issues, such as a career break and tuition, also played a significant role in my decision. I chose to do an MBA in Korea because it allowed me to study and work without having to worry about giving up either one. Until the early 2000s, I believe there was an unfounded admiration for overseas MBAs to a certain extent. However, the situation has now changed – Korean MBA programs have become a lot more competitive. I think that there is no reason to insist on pursuing an MBA degree overseas. The full article(Korean): https://www.hankyung.com/society/article/2019093023001
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- 작성일 2019-11-27
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- Interview - Prof. Ercos Valdivieso
- Recently, Sungkyunkwan University PR team interviewed with Professor Ercos Valdivieso. The following is the full interview. Hello! My name is Ercos Valdivieso. My hometown is Santiago, the capital and largest city of Chile. I received a Bachelor's degree and a Master's degree in Engineering from the University of Chile and a Ph.D. in Finance from the University of British Columbia. 'Excellent' Life in Korea Professor Valdivieso came to Korea in 2017 as an assistant professor at SKK GSB, Sungkyunkwan University. "Briefly speaking, my decision to come to Korea was determined by my professional and personal interests. And now I see that I was not wrong. From the very beginning, having the experience to be an assistant professor at SKK GSB, Sungkyunkwan University, has allowed me to grow in several aspects of my life. For instance, it has been a perfect opportunity to become a member of the best business school in Asia and at the same time, learn more about this great nation! After two years living in Korea, I can say with much confidence that I made the right choice. Korea is a very special country. From its traditional culture to its modern developments across cities, I feel Korea can provide the perfect combination to anyone who is looking for a great place to live, work and grow professionally." Professor Valdivieso emphasized that Korea is full of surprises. "Whenever I think that I have become familiar with Korea, I encounter something new – especially when I get a chance to travel. I believe this is the most fascinating aspect of Korea. In particular, I cannot help marveling at its traditions, historical venues, unique tourism and hospitality. To be honest, I am certain that Korea will keep surprising me no matter how much time I spend here." Growth at SKKU "As an instructor, I always try to make sure my students focus on the forest instead of the trees. I believe that once the big picture becomes intuitive, the understanding of the details becomes not only straightforward but also more permanent. I feel very satisfied when I observe my students conveying their ideas in a coherent and intuitive way." Professor Valdivieso, who has an educational philosophy of "Focus on Forest”, said to us that he is honored that he had an opportunity to further advance as a scholar by working as an assistant professor of SKK GSB at Sungkyunkwan University. He lavished much praise on SKK GSB, emphasizing that it is indeed Asia's top Business school. We also inquired about his most memorable moment at SKKU. "The graduation ceremony at SKK GSB, Sungkyunkwan University, is certainly an unforgettable moment in my life. As a professor, I have the chance to see the academic growth of my students over their two years at the program. Then, seeing them at their graduation makes me overwhelmed by pride for their accomplishments. No doubt, graduation ceremonies at SKK GSB are genuinely heart-warming experiences." Then, Professor Valdivieso explained in detail his view about the Finance courses at SKK GSB. "As an assistant professor of Finance, I see the financial knowledge and the state-of-the-art financial methodology taught to our students at SKK GSB as key factors which will facilitate their future career development. Indeed, our courses will help our students to make accurate data-orientated decisions and increase their leadership in real-world situations." He also cited "Mergers and Acquisitions" as his most memorable module. "Last winter, I taught a subject called ‘Mergers and Acquisitions’ at SKK GSB. The course was very well-received by students. I believe that this module neatly captured the harmonious combination of conceptual knowledge and practical methods. According to the assessments of the students, the module helped them immensely in their job interviews. I personally think that it was a meaningful experience for me as well." PIPELINE for the Future "I currently have an important research pipeline that I aspire to execute over the following two to three years. This will be done in collaboration with numerous co-authors around the world. Undoubtedly, the future looks quite exciting on the research side. Currently, I find myself fascinated with the fast-growing and exciting intersection between finance and technology as well as social networks. Consequently, I believe a legit plan for the future would be to become a leading expert on these fields of study”. “Teaching-wise, I expect to continue improving as an effective educator. To me, teaching is like working-out. When I see results, I want to continue improving them”. “Any plans outside my profession? Of course, I hope I manage to spare more time travelling around Korea and Asia!" To Students of SKKU... "Always try to take a proactive role in your learning. At SKKU, you will have the opportunity to interact with experts in diverse fields who are willing to help you to explore your passions and skills. Embrace this opportunity and use every single course in your program to tailor your future career path."
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- Alumni Homecoming Mixer
- On Thursday, October 31, a few alums paid a visit to SKK GSB for the inaugural Alumni Homecoming Mixer. With some help from the administration, Tyron Sabatta (Class of 2021, President) and Melina Bauer (Class of 2021, Vice-President) were able to organize this event for students. Their goal was to give students a chance to meet, network, and gain advice from alums who are now utilizing their degrees at businesses and corporations in Seoul. The alums present were Iksoo Hwang, Esme Fong, Eamon Byrne, Min Jae Kim, and John Nguyen. President Sabatta shared, “I wanted to give students the opportunity to meet some face to face. I felt that learning how to navigate the Korean job market from people who have the first-hand experience is invaluable and something we could have only gotten from that type of event.” The evening started with a panel discussion led by President Sabatta. He asked the alums many questions concerning their experience at SKK GSB, their job search and the application process, what they do in their respective jobs, and how SKK GSB prepared them for the rigors of entering the workforce. Each gave their response and also incorporated advice on what SKK GSB students should be taking away from the program and advice on how to secure jobs. The evening was then followed by a reception with light refreshments and beverages. During this time, students were able to connect with alums, ask more personal questions, and exchange business cards. “This is hopefully a network that can extend and build for decades to come and benefit not only our students but also the alumni,” President Sabbatta remarked. Overall, the event was a major success and gave students the opportunity to see the value of SKK GSB MBA and how it has led to the success of many alums.
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- Talented SKK GSB Class of 2021 Keep Walking
- The class schedule for the Full-Time MBA class of 2021 was hectic with a full workload for the last 7 weeks and as soon as the MP1 finals wound up, all of the students ended up showing their different talents, like a rainbow in the universe. SKK GSB shares a common goal of nurturing young talent, believing that a positive message, collective efforts to build a harmonious environment and shared value can improve our health, happiness, and future success. The school spreads positive energy and harmony through all the education programs, with participation from executive directors to staff, from faculty to students, from students to students. Upon a quick review of the MP1, although the program is quite demanding and our new life is quite challenging and interesting, especially for the international students, the talented and knowledgeable classmates are here to help each other to sort everything out. The 33 family members of the Full-Time MBA class of 2021 are very diversified with students from 11 nationalities encompassing different backgrounds. Everyone has their own talent; spreading love and understanding. While experiencing the ultimate culinary experience in Seoul, learning analytical thinking about the business environment with a global vision and optimizing time management under pressure, the class of 2021 will finally achieve success in the MP1 program. Melina Bauer was very excited to share her scores as the role model of the class 2021. One step toward success did not make the Class of 2021 complacent, instead, all of the talented students never stopped and modestly took the great opportunity to listen and to keep learning from Robert C Merton, one of the greatest Nobel Prize winners in economics. It is worth mentioning that on Sep 4, 2019, the Class of 2021 voted for their own talented leaders: Tyron Sabatta, as President and Melina Bauer, Vice president of the Class of 2021. Both are excellent leaders and are committed to promoting a healthy work-life balance through diversified activities for students to get-together, even providing course assistance, celebrating classmates’ birthdays, organizing family-oriented parties, cultural excursion and class uniform design. On election day, the speech of Tyron Sabatta, the President of Class of 2021 demonstrated infinite positive energy through his quote from Steve Jobs: “Here's to the crazy ones. The misfits. The rebels. The troublemakers. The round pegs in the square holes. The ones who see things differently. They’re not fond of rules. And they have no respect for the status quo. You can quote them, disagree with them, glorify or vilify them. About the only thing you can't do is ignore them. Because they change things. They push the human race forward. And while some may see them as the crazy ones, we see genius. Because the people who are crazy enough to think they can change the world, are the ones who do.” His speech encouraged everyone to pursue their own dreams to get self-satisfaction as well as take social responsibilities. He emphasized that innovation and entrepreneurship of today’s youth is key to a more diverse and sustainable economy. Talented class of 2021 keep walking! See more weekly updates. Yin Lin, SKK GSB PR Committee, Class of 2021
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- SKK GSB Celebrates 15 Years of Success on Homecoming Day
- Last Monday, SKK GSB celebrated their annual Homecoming Day with a banquet. This year’s celebration highlighted a major milestone in SKK GSB history: the 15th anniversary of its inception. Students, faculty, administrators, and Alumni from all over the world came out to show their love and appreciation for SKK GSB. Dean Jae Ha Lee gave an invigorating speech about the history of SKK GSB and the road to how it became one of the most globalized MBA programs in the world. It is quite remarkable to think about all that the school has been able to accomplish in such a short amount of time. It has climbed the rankings to become the top MBA program in Korea. Also, it is ranked 42nd out of over 2,000 MBA programs in the world. Dean Lee assured that these major accomplishments are only the beginning to more success in the future. The night was then followed by several exciting and entertaining presentations. There was an award presentation highlighting the achievements of several alumnus. Also, there was a video presentation that included students, alumnus, faculty members, and leaders from our partner schools. They all congratulated SKK GSB for their 15th anniversary and they also expressed their gratitude and pride for our thriving program. Following the presentations, dinner was served and the lively Nanta ensemble commenced. Nanta is a special Korean Drum production that incorporates dance and music. The stars of the show were actually some of our own MBA students from the Class of 2021. This exciting performance was the perfect way to end the evening. Overall, Homecoming Day was a tremendous success and an amazing way to bring in the 15th anniversary of SKK GSB. It was truly amazing to see everyone come together to celebrate such a momentous occasion. Until the next 15th anniversary, we wish our amazing institution continued growth and success. More photos: https://gsb.skku.edu/gsb/community/Gallery.do?mode=view&articleNo=87862
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- Nobel Prize Winner Robert C. Merton Visits SKK GSB
- October 23, the auditorium in the International Hall was fully packed for a special lecture that would be delivered by Robert C. Merton. Every single in the room was filled. Professors, students from both the undergrad and business school, and special guests were all in attendance. This was a highly anticipated and popular event because of the speaker and the topic that would be discussed: financial innovations. Robert Merton is a famous American economist, a professor at the MIT Sloan School of Management, and a former Harvard School of business professor. He is responsible for making great strides and contributions to both finance and economics. Professor Merton is probably most well-known for winning the Nobel Prize in Economics in 1997 for creating the Black-Scholes model, which is a method to determine the value of derivatives. Professor Merton began the lecture by telling the audience some background information about his personal life, his accomplishments, and how he ended up where he is now. He then began to talk about the evolution of financial technology, which he referred to as FinTech. Fintech has been around for centuries and highlighted some of the major contributions that were the building blocks for the type of technology we see today. He discussed how innovations were spread out in the early years but now they are starting to occur at a more rapid speed. Professor Merton has been in the finance industry for almost five decades so he also explained some of the technology he has seen implemented over the years while working for financial institutions. Professor Merton concluded the lecture by reminding the audience that FinTech will continue to evolve and that we should be on the lookout for innovations in the near future. It was truly an honor to have such an icon like Professor Merton at SKK GSB.
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- Nanta for One GSB 15th Anniversary Homecoming Day
- The much-anticipated SKK GSB Homecoming Day will be held at 7 PM on Monday, November 4, 2019 in Chobyungdoo Hall, 5th floor, 600th Anniversary Building. SKK GSB began recruiting volunteers on Oct 2, for Nanta—a special Korean Drum performance to celebrate the 15th anniversary of One GSB Homecoming Day. The Korean Drum performance has a long history. During the Joseon period, many types of drums were used for the royal court music, and nowadays it is commonly used in Korean music with its cheerful and powerful rhythm. It illustrates the spirit of the Korean people of creating happiness during their work. The Nanta Show in Korea, one of the most famous non-verbal performances, combines Korean traditional instruments and modern performances by incorporating western-style percussion with melodies played on traditional Korean musical instruments. The new SKK GSB volunteers of the team of Nanta—Korean Drum performance were chosen on Oct 9, 2019. The 6 volunteers are Kyeong Nam Kong from EMBA, Esther Lee from PMBA, Pranitha Divya Sri Gajula, Janice Gunawan, Yin Lin and Tyron Greg Sabatta from Full-time MBA. Under the professional guidance of Ms.Jisun Lee, the drum and dance instructor, starting with virtually zero experience, the entire team members, pull out all the stops for the Nanta—Korean Drum performance on Homecoming day - and for sure the results will be pretty incredible. Even though the show moves through a series of different songs and emotions, the underlying theme of the show centers on One GSB. Let’s look forward to meeting them on the 15th anniversary of One GSB Homecoming Day. Yin Lin, SKK GSB PR Committee, Class of 2021
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- SKK GSB students’ work-life balance
- SKK GSB MBA program was founded in 2004 in partnership with MIT Sloan and with the sponsorship of the Samsung Foundation. Sungkyunkwan University SKK GSB’s program ranks No.1 in Korea, 9th in Asia and 42nd worldwide according to Financial Times. Besides its top education system, SKK GSB also values its students as one of the program’s most important assets and is committed to promoting a healthy work-life balance through diversified student-support activities. Team members’ physical and mental wellness is one of its top priorities, and it helps students learn about the benefits of stretching exercises to reduce muscle discomfort and stress and stimulate blood circulation. SKK GSB encourages its students to exercise more outdoors and frequently rolls out sporting activities to stimulate team bonding. Sep 27, 2019 -- The “SKK GSB Finance Team Seoul City Wall Hiking Day” saw a great number of participants with Professor Raunaq Pungaliya, Professor Andrew Yi, Professor Yanbo Wang, Professor Chengwei Wang, Professor Ercos Valdivieso and Professor Terence Lim as well as the whole finance team members of the Class of 2021. After a warm-up exercise and group photos, the team start their hiking at the Sungkyunkwan Univ. back gate to Baegangmaru Summit, and get off at Changuimun. The Baegak Trail runs from Changuimun to Hyehwamun, and crosses Baegak (Bugaksan, 342m), the main mountain and the highest mountain of Seoul’s four inner mountains in old Seoul. Standing here, you can see the cityscape of Seoul, including Korea’s Blue House. The city wall was laid in 1396 and since 1968, was limited to public access for about forty years; it was reopened to the public in 2007. After the hiking, students with professors had lunch together at Jaha Sonmandu restaurant. Sukrit Vongsri, a student from Thailand of the class of 2021, said, “I thank SKK GSB for hosting this activity for us, a truly educational and inspiring experience that has brought the participants closer to each other. This way, we also learnt from all the professors out of classroom.” With a view to maintaining a healthy work-life balance, SKK GSB will continue to organize different recreational and sporting activities for its students to help them relax and study more efficiently. Yin Lin, SKK GSB PR Committee, Class of 2021
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- 작성일 2019-10-22
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