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HKBU School of Business Secures Seven Grants in Competitive RGC Funding Exercise

12 Jul, 2025

HKBU School of Business Secures Seven Grants in Competitive RGC Funding Exercise HKBU School of Business Secures Seven Grants in Competitive RGC Funding Exercise

Demonstrating its research excellence, the HKBU School of Business has been awarded over HK$ 3.5 million by the Research Grants Council (RGC) for seven projects in the 2025/26 General Research Fund (GRF) and Early Career Scheme (ECS). This achievement highlights the School’s dedication to producing impactful research that addresses pressing global issues.

The GRF and ECS are among Hong Kong's most sought-after research funding schemes, awarded through a rigorous peer-review process that recognises projects of exceptional academic merit and potential impact.

Tackling issues from AI governance to international trade, the awarded projects address today's most pressing business challenges. This diverse portfolio highlights the School's ability to generate impactful research that informs business practice, shapes policy, and drives global conversation.

The School extends its heartfelt congratulations to this year's seven distinguished awardees:

  • Prof. Kimmy CHAN – Professor, Department of Management, Marketing and Information Systems
  • Prof. Sihao CHEN – Assistant Professor, Department of Accountancy, Economics and Finance
  • Prof. Zi WANG – Associate Professor, Department of Accountancy, Economics and Finance
  • Prof. Liyao WANG – Assistant Professor, Department of Accountancy, Economics and Finance
  • Prof. Jicheng ZENG – Assistant Professor, Department of Management, Marketing and Information Systems
  • Prof. Jian ZHANG – Assistant Professor, Department of Accountancy, Economics and Finance
  • Prof. Kunru ZOU – Assistant Professor, Department of Accountancy, Economics and Finance

 

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