As a PhD student, I am embarking on an exciting academic and research journey at Nanyang Technological University. My background spans finance, accounting, and economics, with experience in both research and industry roles. Please feel free to reach out if you have any questions about my educational background, professional experiences, or research interests.
2024.08 – 2028.08 (Expected)
Nanyang Technological University, Nanyang Business School, Singapore
PhD in Banking & Finance
Researching corporate finance, supervised by Assoc. Prof. Chen Tao and Asst. Prof. Chen Zhimin.
Working as a Research Assistant, utilizing SAS, SQL, and Stata for financial data analysis.
2022.08 – 2023.12
The University of Melbourne, Australia
Master of Management (Accounting)
Studied financial reporting, taxation, corporate governance, and ESG investment.
Conducted financial statement analysis and evaluated corporate decision-making strategies.
2019.08 – 2022.07
The University of Sydney, Australia
Bachelor of Commerce (Finance & Economics)
Built a foundation in financial markets, macroeconomics, corporate finance, and investment strategies.
Developed expertise in financial modeling and quantitative analysis through research projects and case studies.
2024.08 – Present
Nanyang Technological University, Singapore
Research Assistant for Prof. Byoung-Hyoun Hwang
Assisting in empirical finance research projects, focusing on corporate finance and behavioral finance.
Utilizing SAS and SQL to analyze large financial datasets and extract meaningful insights.
Contributing to data processing, statistical modeling, and literature review to support ongoing research.
2024.01 – 2024.07
Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (HKUST)
Pre-Doctoral Program, Supervisor: Prof. Eyub Yegen
Conducted financial data analysis using Stata and Excel, assisting in research on corporate governance and investment strategies.
Performed statistical modeling and data cleaning to ensure the integrity of research findings.
Reviewed academic literature and summarized key insights to support the development of research papers.
2025.08 – Present
Nanyang Technological University, Singapore
Teaching Assistant for Prof. Tao Chen
Supported MSc Finance course on investments, covering portfolio theory, CAPM, APT, EMH, fixed income, and options.
Evaluated student presentations and assignments, providing feedback on analytical rigor and communication.
Assisted grading and reinforced learning outcomes through class engagement.
2021.06 – 2022.08
Bank of East Asia, Shenzhen, China
Financial Consultant Intern
Compiled quarterly asset update reports, providing key insights to enhance the bank’s strategic asset management.
Conducted due diligence on an insurance fund in the manufacturing industry, contributing to risk assessment and reporting.
Gained hands-on experience in financial statement analysis, asset valuation, and client consulting.
2018.08 – 2018.10
TradeGo FinTech Ltd., Shenzhen, China
Assistant at Research Department
Assisted in analyzing fintech trends and market dynamics, providing research support for strategic decision-making.
Compiled investment handbooks tailored for retail investors to enhance their understanding of financial markets.
Developed analytical and research skills in financial technology applications.