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‘KUBS 120 MARCH’ Campaign Nears 40% of Goal … Total Pledges Reach Approx. KRW 4.6 Billion

‘KUBS 120 MARCH’ Campaign Nears 40% of Goal … Total Pledges Reach Approx. KRW 4.6 Billion Three major large-scale pledges secured within four months of launch … Campaign continues through November 30 Korea University Business School’s KRW 12 billion fundraising campaign, “KUBS 120 MARCH,” has secured approximately KRW 4.6 billion in pledged donations within just four months of its launch, nearing 40% of its goal. Since the campaign’s launch in January, when pledged donations stood at around KRW 2 billion, the total has more than doubled in just three months. From December 1, 2025, to November 30, 2026, total pledges reached KRW 4,652,317,231, with 324 participants, including corporations, alumni, faculty, staff, and students. | Three major pledges secured … Alumni and corporations join forces One of the most notable achievements is the securing of three major pledges. An anonymous donor pledged support for the research fund, Eugene Investment & Securities Co., Ltd. for the development fund, and Samyang Tongsang for scholarships. Alumni account for approximately 62% of total pledges, while corporations represent about 35%, jointly driving the campaign forward. Group donations have also continued. Following the participation of the Class of ’81 alumni association, the Business School Class of ’79 Scholarship Committee (28 members), the KUBS Class of ’98 Alumni Night (126 participants), as well as faculty and staff, have also joined the campaign. | Expanding participation across classes, generations, and professions The donor base is highly diverse. Participation spans from alumni who entered in the 1970s to current students from the Class of ’26, as well as members of EMBA, DBA, and AMP programs, undergraduate alumni, and even alumni from the College of Medicine. From individual research labs and faculty bands to student councils, all corners of the Business School are actively engaging with the campaign, further broadening its base of participation. This campaign is particularly meaningful in that it places value not only on the total amount raised but also on participation itself. From small contributions starting at KRW 10,000 to major gifts reaching KRW 1 billion, every act of giving becomes part of the shared legacy of KUBS’s 120-year history. | Investing in the future campus… Advancing the 3C Trading Zone and 4Tech strategy The funds raised are being used to realize the Business School’s future vision. Alongside the advancement of the “4Tech Strategy,” centered on AI, semiconductors, energy, and robotics, spatial innovation projects are also taking shape. The Business School is already operating AI-focused tracks and 4Tech micro-degree programs, and continues to expand its educational and research capabilities with its largest-ever full-time faculty body of 95 members. On the basement level of Hyundai Motor Hall, the “3C Trading Zone (tentative name)” is currently under development, with a trading demo day scheduled for early May. The space will also include an Art & Culture Room. Artist Uhm Jung-soon’s installation piece, K, the Noseless Elephant, has already been installed in the building. Construction has also begun on an LED display in the lobby of LG-POSCO Hall, which will serve as a large-scale digital donor wall. An opening ceremony is scheduled following the conclusion of the campaign in May. Dean Eonsoo Kim stated, “We have come this far thanks to the collective support of each and every member,” adding, “We hope more people will join us on this journey as we prepare for the next 120 years of the Business School.” The “KUBS 120 MARCH” campaign will continue through November 30, 2026. Donations can be made via the official sponsorship page (box.donus.org/box/koreauniversity/KUBS120march). As of December 1, 2025 – November 30, 2026 | Total pledged amount: KRW 4,652,317,231

2026.04.17 Views 2011

[Korea MBA] Field Trip to Vietnam (Fall 2019) – Short Memoir by Kim Seung Taek (Korea MBA, Admitted

[Korea MBA] Field Trip to Vietnam (Fall 2019) – Short Memoir by Kim Seung Taek (Korea MBA, Admitted at ’19) Studying at the Korea MBA gives students the opportunity to broaden their insights as students who have accumulated field experience in diverse environments can discuss and share theories and field experiences with professors. When I debate with my fellow students who all have experience in a myriad of fields, I am inspired to develop ideas that are not conceivable at work and further progress them to the next level. The Overseas Field Trip is a process that helps students directly see, experience, and expand what we’ve learned from our professors and fellow classmates by visiting an actual business site. The 2019 Fall Field Trip that was held in Vietnam consisted of the head of KOTRA’s lecture about the Vietnamese economy, culture, and politics and visiting the business sites of successful Korean businesses in Vietnam along with lectures about the localization and differentiation strategies from administrators. The companies that we visited were CGV, Lotte Mart, Shinhan and Samsung Electronics. Every company has become a leading company for each industry through differentiation strategies that fit each industry’s characteristics, and through complete localization, they have become companies loved by Vietnamese as well as employees. The companies all explained business with a good understanding of Vietnam’s political, economic and cultural characteristics and emphasized what they prepared, and it was a great opportunity to listen to the story and learn how to do business with Vietnam. I understood Vietnam's social, political and economic culture through the overseas field trip program, so I decided to apply my new knowledge to my current work. On the last day, I decided to call my friend who was a Vietnam Sales Manager at an existing Global company and is currently importing and selling medical devices. Although we had been close to each other for about seven years, we had never done business together. Applying what I've learned, I tried to emphasize his self-esteem and our relationship, and he responded by offering to do business together and now he is talking about conditions for exporting to Vietnam. Through the efforts of professors, managing staff and classmates who have prepared so hard, the solid schedule was completed and it was a meaningful overseas Field Trip in which I was able to learn a lot about Vietnam and apply them directly to my current work. Above all, I think it was more meaningful because I could talk with my classmates all night for four days through the overseas Field Trip. ▶ What is Korea MBA field trip? 'Field Trip' is a specialized education program of Korea University’s Korea MBA designed to foster students’ global leadership, and it has recently conducted special lectures on foreign studies and experts, visits to local companies and industrial inspections, focusing on emerging markets in Southeast Asia.

2020.01.28 Views 4331

[Global MBA] Interview with Program Director Hojung Shin

[Global MBA] Interview with Program Director Hojung Shin Q. You are the new Program Director of Global MBA. Please introduce yourself. After acquiring a commerce degree at Korea University, I worked as an export sales representative at Kumsung Company (currently LG Electronics) A/V Business Department. After earning a bachelor’s degree and doctorate from Fisher College of Business at Ohio State University, I worked as an assistant professor at Mendoza College of Business at the University of Notre Dame. Currently, as the Associate Editor of Decision Sciences and a Review Board Member of Journal of Operations Management, I'm trying to contribute to academic activities in the production management field. Q. Can you give us a brief introduction on the Global MBA course at Korea University? Korea University Business School Global MBA aims to provide a foundation to improve understanding and insight of management and ultimately contribute to society for applicants with diverse goals such as strengthening management expertise, career transformation, start-ups, and family succession to grow into next-generation leaders in a short period of time. Global MBA will be a turning point in their lives and a starting point for a new career. Q What makes Korea University Global MBA different from other schools and courses? KUBS Global MBA is a flexible, dynamic and intensive training program with a total of six modules, allowing applicants to complete their degrees in one year. We aim to provide an efficient and prestigious MBA program that minimizes opportunity costs for students and companies while providing the best quality of education. All classes are taught in English, and students from all over the world can gain the latest management knowledge from our excellent faculty. In addition, the International Residence Program at ESADE in Spain offers opportunities to develop global business knowlege and to establish a close relationship with other students at the same time. Graduates of Korea University Global MBA are future-oriented and driving young leaders, and they stand out from all walks of life with outstanding skills. Q. Tell us about the future direction or goal of Global MBA program. Many MBA programs are falling behind because they have not lived up to the rapid change of our society. I think this is an opportunity for our business school. I think if we can detect and embrace rapid social change and build a sustainable system and a culture that continues to evolve, we can satisfy the needs of MBA applicants. In particular, the short-term goal of the Global MBA is to redefine the direction of education with a curriculum that reflects themes such as the Fourth Industrial Revolution, Digital Transformation, and Start-up, and to expand the network that can share various views, experiences and knowledge both horizontally and vertically. Q For those of you who are considering applying foe Global MBA, please give us a piece of advice. MBA is not just a degree you get for your studies. If you have the will to join the journey of Korea University Business School, which has played a pivotal role as an innovator in the history of the South Korea’s economy/management, I think it’s worth the challenge. Click here for Global MBA Course Introduction

2020.01.21 Views 5002

Korea MBA students enjoyed their year-end at the <2019 KMBA Night>

Korea University Business School (Dean= Jae Wook Kim) Korea MBA (hereinbelow K-MBA) was held on December 27 at the Grand Salon of the Hyatt Hotel in Namsan. The event, which was held to promote friendship among K-MBA students at the end of the year, was attended by many guests, including Weon Sang Yoo, Associate Dean of KUBS, and Jaiho Chung, Academic Director of K-MBA, as well as many K-MBA students. The first part of the event commenced with a celebration performance by the K-MBA music club DINGA, which was continued by an opening address of Academic Director Jaiho Chung. "We have been able to run K-MBA programs smoothly this year thanks to our students," Chung said. "K-MBA will pursue constant transformation to become a better program and will always listen to your opinions." "I hope you will always speak candidly of constructive suggestions next year, and I hope you will be happy in the new year and be healthier," Chung said. Then Lee Kyung-joon, president of the K-MBA Student Association, continued his opening remarks. "It's not a place with credits or grades, so I hope you enjoy it comfortably," said Lee Kyung-joon. "I hope it will be a place where all of you who have worked hard for a year can enjoy.” The dinner then began with a toast from Kim Hak-seung (K-MBA 05th class), chairman of the Knowledge Forum committee. The second part of the event, which commenced with the invitation performance from DJ ‘JeonJaBang’, was followed by a recreation session where people shared their memories and formed friendship. The event ended with success, with all participants spending time together, including selecting best dressers, best ‘photo-genic’, and lucky draw.

2020.01.14 Views 3838

Registration for KUBS MBA 2020

KUBS (Dean: Jae Wook Kim) welcomes new students for the upcoming 2020 MBA program. Three programs will be open, including △Global MBA △Global MIM and △S³ Asia MBA. ※ Schedule is subject to change. The Global MBA program, which fosters the next-generation leaders that read well global trends, is a one-year intensive program available for customization. Students may choose either a one-and-a-half-year program in which they can study abroad in one of 30 overseas universities, or a two-year program in which they can earn multiple degrees by taking one year in ESCP (France) or EBS (Germany). Application will be conducted in three rounds, and for each round, a separate admission information session will be provided for detailed descriptions. Information session for the 1st round will be held on January 14. Internet application will be conducted until February 14, and the documents application will be conducted until February 17. Applications who have passed the document screening will be announced on February 21. Interviews will be held on February 29, and the final result will be announced on March 6. KUBS is the member of the CEMS Global Alliance, the world’s prestigious business school association, and also runs the Global MIM program. After completing the first semester at Korea University, students can spend their second semester at one of 30 CEMS schools and attend eight weeks of global corporate internship opportunities. KUBS Global MIM and CEMS MIM can be acquired simultaneously. The Global MIM admission information session will be held on February 19 and March 4, before recruiting the applicants only once. Online and documents application will be conducted until March 27, and those who have passed the document screening will be announced on April 3. There will then be an interview on April 11, and the final result will be announced on April 20. The S³ Asia MBA, jointly run by KUBS, National University of Singapore and Fudan University of China, is an Asian-specific program. Based on a master's degree in business administration from KUBS, students can earn a master's degree from either NUS or Fudan, hence it is best suited for applicants who want to get a job in Asia or form a business network in Asia. The S³ Asia MBA will hold an admission information session on March 7 and April 1. Since then, the applicants will be recruited only once. Internet applications will be available until April 24 and documents applications will be available until April 27. Those who have passed the document screening will be announced on May 8 for interviews on May 16. The final result will then be announced on May 27. ____________________________________________________________________________________ Application Webpage Inquiries: Administrative Office of Korea University Business School (02-3290-5365) Global MBA Global MIM S³ Asia MBA

2020.01.14 Views 4592

Conference for 2020 Spring Incoming Graduate School Students Held

A conference for incoming Graduate School students of the 2020 Spring semester was held in December 19th 5pm at Hyundai Motor Hall B308. The conference was led by Kim Baeho Deputy Dean, the director of the Graduate School of Business. At the beginning of the conference Kim said, “I sincerely greet all of you who were selected from a very rigorous process,” and added, “I hope sufficient information about KUBS is conveyed through today’s conference.” Korea University Graduate School of Business is to be newly restructured. It has been organized with two majors; Business and International Business, but it will be reorganized with a single major. In addition, Business Analytics will be added to the list of majors, which makes eight single majors within the Graduate School of Business. Kim commented, “Studying in Graduate School is a process of cultivating coursework and research as well as professionalism, a process of cultivating a T-shaped talent.” He also added that “the goal of KUBS is to train future scholars through strengthening research and education.” Korea University Graduate School of Business is to support students with all means. For the students’ research and studies ‘Programming Boot Camp,” ‘Amazon Web Service Technical Essentials,’ ‘Math Camp,’ ‘Academic Writing in English’ will be provided. In addition, an award ceremony will be held for excellent English research papers for each major every semester. Additionally, a scholarship program, financial support for research, a library, and research labs will be provided as well. Kim ended the conference by saying “if you enter KUBS I am sure that you will spend a great time.” A session with current graduate school students ensued after the conference. The schedule of the 2020 semester of Graduate School is as follows: The registration period of freshmen is from January eighth (Wed) to 4PM of January tenth (Fri). The Orientation session will be held in 2PM at February 18th (Tue) and registration for courses is from February 19th (Wed) to February 21st (Fri). The semester starts in March 2nd (Mon) and the course drop/add period is from the 9th to the 11th.

2019.12.31 Views 11457

Finance MBA Alumni Night to celebrate New Year

An alumni event for the 2019 Finance MBA (F-MBA) program was held on December 21 at the Hanyang Room on the third floor of the Courtyard by Marriott Seoul Namdaemun. 12th member Lee Seung-chul and 13th member Lee Ga-yeon hosted the event. Guest introduction was conducted before the event. Dean Kim Jae Wook, Professor Yi Han Sang, Professor Yoo Weon Sang, Professor Kim Joonghyuk, Professor Na Hyun Seung, Professor James Park, F-MBA Alumni Association President Nam Woo-sung, 2015 K-MBA President Lee Kyung-joon, 12th F-MBA President Yeon Suk-heum were present, including the 50 classmates. First, there was a greeting message from the Dean. "We have changed from full-time MBA to part-time MBA this year, so I hope more people will participate in F-MBA in the future," said Dean Kim. "I congratulate the 12th alumni and do hope promising results from the 13th graduating class. "Thank you for inviting me," said F-MBA Alumni Association President Nam. "I hope you become a proud alumni of the program.” "Thank you for your hard work for two years," said 12th F-MBA President Yeon. "I hope the 13th members will now lead the program well." The first part of the event has ended as the newly elected 13th presidents gave a speech dedicated to the leaving class. In the second part of the event, the 2019 F-MBA memoir video was released. While watching the video together, the alumni have strengthened their love while recalling the past. Some stage performances also drew huge attention from the crowd. The third part was followed by a quiz, a drawing event, and then the last group photoshoot. Check out the photos for F-MBA Alumni Night here

2019.12.31 Views 4249