30 June 2025 | Assistant Professor Yin Wang was invited as the Keynote Speaker at the 2nd Petra International Business and Accounting Conference (PIBACC), hosted by Petra Christian University in Surabaya, Indonesia. His keynote address, titled “Accounting for a Sustainable Future: Climate Risk, SDGs, and Financial Resilience”, was delivered on June 30, and explored the pivotal role of accounting and disclosure in driving sustainable development and strengthening financial systems in the face of climate risk. The keynote also featured practical case studies and real-world examples from Singapore, offering actionable insights and regional relevance.
1 July 2025 | Dr. Wang served as a Research Panel Speaker at PIBACC’s Research Networking Panel. His presentation, “Accounting Research on Disclosure of Non-Financial Information for a Healthy and Sustainable Future”, highlighted emerging research on clinical trial disclosures and their broader impact on corporate behavior and societal outcomes.
Opening Ceremony and Keynote Speeches
Research Networking Panel and Parallel Sessions
Synopsis: As private equity (PE) continues to gain traction as a prominent alternative investment, understanding its complexities is more important than ever. This talk is designed for those curious about the world of private equity. We’ll explore the fundamentals of the PE industry, demystify common myths, and provide the essential knowledge and skills needed to navigate this dynamic field from an investor's perspective. Additionally, we’ll discuss the latest trends, real-world examples, and critical insights for investors, along with the skills needed for a career in PE. Join us to learn how to make informed investment decisions and discover how to leverage educational pathways, including a Master’s program in Accounting, to succeed in private equity
Date and time: Wednesday, 30 October 2024, 7pm - 8:30pm
Venue: SMU - School of Accountancy, Seminar Room 2-3, 60 Stamford Road, S(178900)
Curious about private equity (PE)? Join Prof. Yin Wang and his friend/coauthor, industry expert Steve Balaban, CFA, for an engaging masterclass, "Discovering Private Equity: An Investor’s Guide to Basics & Beyond." We’ll dive into PE fundamentals, debunk myths, and explore the latest trends. Whether you're just starting out or looking to grow your expertise, this talk will equip you with essential insights, real-world examples, and practical skills. Plus, learn how a Master’s in Accounting can accelerate your career in finance. Don’t miss this opportunity to boost your financial knowledge and take your career to the next level!
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An Annual Research Round-up Issue 4 • 2024
Do Firms Respond to Peer Disclosures? Evidence from Disclosures of Clinical Trial Results
PUBLICATION: THE ACCOUNTING REVIEW, VOLUME 98, ISSUE 3, PAGES 71–108, MAY 2023
22 Dec 2023 | What Influences Pharmaceutical Companies to Disclose Clinical Trial Results... Or Not?
2 Aug 2023 | Presenter of the paper "Common Ownership and Advertising" at the Joint School Conference 2023 - Tilburg and SMU on 16-17 June 2023
17 Feb 2023 | Understanding Private Equity: An Investor Perspective
13 Aug 2022 | SMU SoA Most Promising Teacher Award 2022
28 Aug 2021 | SMU SoA Most Promising Teacher Award 2021
7 Jun 2021 | Interviewed and served for alumni testimonial for Tianjin Foreign Languages School (天津外国语学校) in the TV Program "潮天津Trendy! Tianjin" broadcast on Tianjin Television (TJTV) Science and Education Channel 中国天津电视台科教频道 (video recording: 2’59” - 4’08”).
3 Dec 2020 | Essais cliniques : la transparence est bénéfique pour la santé publique… mais aussi pour les investisseurs
16 Apr 2020 | Clinical Trial Transparency is Good for Public Health... and for Investors
13 Jun 2019 | Setting Speed Limits On Financial Reporting & Clinical Trial Disclosures
Speaker on "The Real Effects of Clinical Trial Disclosures"
9 May 2019 | May 2019 issue | Setting speed limits on financial reporting and clinical trial disclosures
Speaker on "The Real Effects of Clinical Trial Disclosures"
Yin Wang | Assistant Professor of Accounting | Singapore Management University | ywang@smu.edu.sg | +65 6808 5420
SMU webpage: https://accountancy.smu.edu.sg/faculty/profile/686/yin-wang