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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 May 31 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 March 29, 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 May 31, 2026. Donations can be made via the official sponsorship page (box.donus.org/box/koreauniversity/KUBS120march). As of December 1, 2025 – March 29, 2026 | Total pledged amount: KRW 4,652,317,231

2026.04.17 Views 42

KUBS Faculty News for August to September 2023

1. Professor Hyun Seok Lee Professor Hyun Seok Lee (Area: LSOM) was honored with the ‘Best Paper Award’ at the 25th Korea Management Association Convergence Conference on August 18th. The award ceremony took place at the Bexco in Busan. Professor Lee presented a paper titled “The Impact of Increasing Entry Fee on Emergency Department Demand: A Territory-Wide Study,” which secured this prestigious recognition. Additionally, Professor Hyun Seok Lee plays an active role as the Chair of the Master’s and Doctoral committee for the Korean Production and Operations Management Society, an academic organization established in 1988. This organization is dedicated to promoting its commitment to various academic forums, industrial settings, and joint private sector symposiums. 2. Professor Chris Changwha Chung Professor Chris Changwha Chung (Area: International Business), along with Nam Kim (who has completed her doctoral coursework) and Young Bin Kim (currently pursuing an MS degree), had the honor of being selected as finalists for the GWU-CIBER Best Paper in the International Management Division. This recognition was achieved at the 83rd Annual Meeting of the Academy of Management, which took place in Boston, USA from August 4th to 8th. The research team’s paper, titled “Evidence of ‘Double-Loop Springboard’ Under De-globalization in China,” earned them this prestigious recognition.

2023.10.10 Views 3119

Global Residency Asia for OneMBA Program: Explore Digital Transformation in Korea

Global Residency Asia for OneMBA Program: Explore Digital Transformation in Korea The Executive Education Center (Director= Seokkyun Kim) of Korea University Business School (Dean=Sang Yong Kim) hosted the Global Residency Asia for OneMBA program from September 13th to 16th. This program was tailored for students from Xiamen University in China and FGV Sao Paulo School of Business Administration in Brazil who are part of the OneMBA program. The OneMBA is a global Executive MBA program that involves participation from four schools: FGV Sao Paulo School of Business Administration in Brazil, Xiamen University in China, EGADE Business School in Mexico, and Miami Herbert Business School in the United States. During this event, the KUBS campus welcomed 48 students from Xiamen University and FGV Sao Paulo School of Business Administration. On the 13th, the program, centered around the theme of "Digital Transformation," commenced with a welcome dinner held at the Cuckoo Seminar Room in LG-POSCO Hall. The main program officially began on the 14th with lectures delivered by Professor Hyun Seok Lee and Professor Byung Cho Kim, at Room 202 of Hyundai Motor Hall. The topics of their lectures were "Digital Transformation and Business Analytics in Service" and "Digital Transformation: Theory and Practice," respectively. The students also engaged in interactions with their peers from KUBS and collaborated on joint assignments. On the 15th, the students presented their group projects and also had the chance to go on company visits. They visited the Hyundai Motor Studio in Goyang to gain insights into the operations of a global corporation. On the 16th, their educational journey continued with a visit to the Samsung Innovation Museum, where they explored the history of semiconductors, learned about inventions in home appliances and electronics, and discovered the transformative impact of Samsung Electronics on human life through visualized content.

2023.10.05 Views 2862

Getting Practical: Learning from Senior Professionals

Getting Practical: Learning from Senior Professionals On September 15th and 22nd, large-scale public lectures took place at the SUPEX Hall in LG-POSCO Hall. These events were a collaborative effort organized by the 55th Student Council, FILM, of Korea University Business School (Dean=Sang Yong Kim), in partnership with the Career Development Center and the KUBS Alumni Association. These lectures were tailored to meet the needs of KUBS students who expressed interest in career-related topics. In particular, each lecture featured five speakers from the same profession to provide a comprehensive perspective on that field. On the 15th, an alumnus from the finance industry delivered a lecture, while on the 22nd, an alumnus representing startups was the featured speaker. Each lecture featured five speakers, each presenting for 30 minutes. They discussed the general overviews of their respective industries, the preferred qualifications in the field, and shared their personal experiences. Following the presentations, during the Q&A panel session, students had the opportunity to ask questions, including those that were pre-selected. These lectures went beyond merely sharing success stories; they offered valuable insights into academic majors, the necessary qualifications for a profession, and practical career or entrepreneurial advice. Additionally, as all the speakers were KUBS alumni, these lectures also played a role in fostering communication and mentorship between current students and graduates. Mr. Jung Won Lee, the President of KUBS Student Council, stated, "One of our council’s promises was to improve mentoring lectures, and we fulfilled that commitment during the Job Fair 2023, known as ‘KUzania,’ on September 4th.” He continued, “We collaboated with the KUBS Alumni Association throughout the spring semester to make these lectures possible.” President Lee also mentioned that the Alumni Association is committed to long-term and continuous projects, and as a result, two more lectures are scheduled for November following the success of the September sessions. The participants expressed high satisfaction with the event, as it aligned with the preferences of current students. In response, President Lee commented, "students seemed to appreciate that the speakers were available for questions not only during the lecture but also during the post-lecture gatherings. I believe the high level of satisfaction is due to the students being able to engage in meaningful and in-depth conversations, which went beyond the typical formal lectures.” He also noted, “We had attendees not only from KUBS but also from various other majors. It was particularly gratifying to witness them learning and discussing entrepreneurial ideas together during the lectures.” Participants shared their positive feedback, with some stating, “It was valuable to fact-check my existing knowledge of the finance industry while hearing from alumni who have established themselves in the field.” Others noted, “The lectures offered practical insights and delved deeper into the subject matter compared to others. The Q&A and post-lecture sessions allowed us to ask specific questions one-on-one, which was highly beneficial.” Lastly, another student mentioned, “Even though the lecture wasn’t directly related to my field of interest, I still found it informative and practical, enabling me to connect with experienced alumni through their stories. Meanwhile, these lectures will be on a brief hiatus in October and will resume in November. Details regarding the upcoming lectures will be announced through the KUBS Student Council’s Instagram account (@kubs_film).

2023.10.04 Views 2472

Job Fair 2023: “KUzania” - Discover Your Career Goals and Success.

Job Fair 2023: “KUzania” - Discover Your Career Goals and Success. On September 4th, the Career Development Center of Korea University Business School (Dean=Sang Yong Kim) and the 55th KUBS Student Council FILM co-hosted “KUzania,” the Job Fair 2023, at the Hyundai Motor Hall. With the theme “Amusement Park for Your Career,” the event was open to Korea University students seeking opportunities to connect with alumni and gain insights into their future careers. The Job Fair proved to be exceptionally popular, with students lining up for on-site applications even before the 10 AM start time. The career counseling session ran from 10 AM to 1 PM, followed by the mentoring and Coffee Chat sessions. During the mentoring, KUBS alumni representing 11 career fields, including strategy & planning, HR, asset management, management consulting, CPA, law school, startups, data analysis, marketing, foreign companies, and investment banking, provided valuable advice to junior students. They also shared personal experiences, ranging from their time on campus to their professional work experiences. The Coffee Chat, a concept widely recognized in the startup industry, is an imported tradition where people meet face-to-face with individuals from various industries, companies, roles, or schools to exchange information over a cup of coffee. This year's Job Fair introduced a similar experience, allowing students pursuing careers in specific fields to connect with experienced seniors. During the Coffee Chat session, students had the opportunity to ask questions about their career interests openly. At the even, Career Booths were set up where students could jot down the lecture programs they desired on post-it notes. In exchange, they received various goods and lecture discount coupons. These booths also offered valuable information about career-specific student clubs, competitions, internships, and details about programs and curricula provided by KUBS. The Job Fair, named “KUzania,” which aimed to help students explore career opportunities and aspirations, gained significant interest from over 180 KUBS students and concluded on a positive note.

2023.10.04 Views 2578

Spring 2023 Best English Thesis Awards

Spring 2023 Best English Thesis Awards On August 21, Korea University Business School (Dean=Sang Yong Kim) celebrated the Spring Semester 2023 Best English Thesis Award at the Dean’s office. This award is presented every semester to encourage MS/PhD students to produce exceptional papers in English and to acknowledge their dedication and academic excellence. Dean Sang Yong Kim and Former Associate Dean Woochan Kim extended their congratulations to the students. For the spring semester 2023, a total of six MS/PhD students received the Best English Thesis Award: △Kyunghyun Kim (Area: Finance, Academic Advisor: Hyun Seung Na) : Three Essays on Corporate Social Responsibility and Corporate Governance △ Neri Min (Area: International Business, Academic Advisor: Chris Changwha Chung) : “Villains” are not bad, they are just real: Real options and prospect theory perspective towards CSR decoupling and recoupling △ Jeong Seung Park (Area: Marketing, Academic Advisor: Jaehwan Kim) : Identifying the Popularity Effect of a Star Player on Sports Attendance Demand: Evidence from the Korea Baseball Organization Data △ Byoung Hyuk Ahn (Area: MIS, Academic Advisor: Jiye Baek) : The Effect of "WIth-COVID19" Policy on the Viewer Engagement of Online Fitness Contents: Evidence from YouTube △ Eun Sol Yoo (Area: LSOM, Academic Advisor: Kihoon Kim) : Game Theoretic Analysis of Electric Vehicle Subsidy and Online Content-Sharing Strategy △ Jeeyoon Jeong (Area: Management, Academic Advisor: Jae Uk Chun) : A Moderated Sequential Mediation Model of the Differential Effects of Witnessed Abusive Supervision

2023.10.04 Views 2706

Information Session for Spring 2024 Finance MBA Admission: Aspiring Finance Professionals

Information Session for Spring 2024 Finance MBA Admission: Aspiring Finance Professionals On September 15th, the Finance MBA program of Korea University Business School (Dean=Sang Yong Kim) hosted an admission information session at Room 202, Hyundai Motor Hall for the spring 2024 intake. The information session included presentations on △ an introduction of Korea University Business School △ an overview of the Finance MBA program △student council △campus tour. The introduction of Korea University Business School and the Finance MBA program was led by Professor Bumjean Sohn, the Academic Director of the program. Professor Sohn emphasized, “The Finance MBA program actively reflects recent trends within the financial sector while providing a well-rounded curriculum that covers all aspects of finance.” He recommended, “I encourage you to enter the Finance MBA program with clear goals, as it offers substantial benefits.” He then elaborated on the distinctive educational curriculum, which includes features such as an overseas field trip, financial practicum lectures, a partnership with the CFA program, a student exchange program, a dual-degree program, and the Renaissance program. During the session, several finance professors, including Professors Woochan Kim, Joonghyuk Kim, Taejin Kim, Heebum Lee, and Joon Ho Hwang, were present to deliver their greetings. Afterward, Mr. Woong Lee, the President of the Finance MBA Student Council introduced various aspects of campus life, including events, clubs, and gatherings. The information session concluded with a campus tour of KUBS’s buildings. The application period for the Finance MBA program for the spring 2024 intake is from September 18th to October 13th.

2023.10.04 Views 2494