Dr. Zheng YAN
Management and Strategy

Assistant Professor
3917 1012
zheng.yan@hku.hk
KK 1228


Academic & Professional Qualification
PhD, NUS
BBA, Fudan University
Biography
Dr. Yan is an Assistant Professor in Strategy and International Business. Prior to joining HKU, he has taught at the NUS Business School.
Dr. Yan’s research has focused on how market and non-market forces interact to impact firm strategies and performance. In particular, his recent research work examines the contingent effects of corporate political strategies on firm outcomes.
Teaching
Strategy for International Business (MGM Capstone Course)
Company Field Trip (MGM Elective Course)
Strategic Management (Undergraduate Capstone Course)
Research Interest
Corporate Political Strategy
Emerging Economy
International Management
Selected Publications
Refereed Journal Publications
Yan J.Z. & Chang S.J. 2018. “The Contingent Effects of Political Strategies on Firm Performance: A Political Network Perspective.” Strategic Management Journal.
Competitive Grants
General Research Fund. 2021 – 2022. PI. “Antecedents of Corporate Political Strategies: A Political Network Perspective.” HK$725,710. RGC. Hong Kong SAR.
Service to the University/Community
Ad Hoc Reviewer: Strategic Management Journal, Strategic Organization, Journal of Management Studies, Business & Society, Asia Pacific Journal of Management, Journal of World Business
Course Coordinator: Strategic Management (Undergraduate Capstone)