Benjamin Wu | Transportation Management | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Benjamin Wu | Transportation Management | Best Researcher Award

Senior Lecturer at Lingnan University, Hong Kong

Summary:

Dr. Benjamin Wu is an accomplished academic and educator with a robust background in finance, business administration, and environmental, social, and governance (ESG) management. He has extensive experience lecturing and developing courses at various universities worldwide, with a particular focus on aviation ESG, finance, and business law. Known for his passion for mentoring and inspiring students at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels, Dr. Wu excels in curriculum development, research supervision, and academic leadership.

Dr. Wu is also recognized for his research contributions in ESG management, institutional entrepreneurship, and environmental innovation, particularly in the aviation industry. He has published widely in esteemed journals and is actively involved in professional boards and committees.

Professional Profile:

👩‍🎓Education:

  • Ph.D. in Business – RMIT University (2023)
  • Master of Tax – Australian & International Tax – University of Melbourne (2013)
  • Master of Science in Professional Accounting & Corporate Governance – City University of Hong Kong (2007)
  • Graduate Diploma in Education – Business Education – University of Melbourne (2005)

Career Highlights & Achievements

  • Led the development and coordination of the Environmental Economics and Policy undergraduate elective at Southern Cross University.
  • Contributed to raising the profile of Lingnan University’s Department of Accountancy through strategic research projects.
  • Delivered several AACSB-recognized intellectual contributions while working at Lingnan University.
  • Conducted a comprehensive review and update of the ACT502 course content, leading to a significant increase in student performance.
  • Developed new course features based on insights from the Babson College Experiential Learning Program.
  • Awarded the RMIT College of Business & Law Teaching Excellence Award for his work in LAW2453 Taxation I (2019).
  • Secured the CPA Australia International Tuition Fee Scholarship for his taxation expertise (2010).

Appointments

  • Visiting Scholar – College of Global Studies, Kyung Hee University, South Korea (2020 – Present)
  • Board Member – Master of Accountancy Program, Lingnan University (2021 – Present)
  • Board Member – Bachelor of Business Administration (Hons), Accountancy Stream, Lingnan University (2021 – Present)

Lecturing & Teaching Experience

Dr. Wu has taught a wide array of courses, including but not limited to:

  • BUS2107 Legal Assets of Business
  • BUS1103 Financial Accounting
  • ACT502 Business & Company Law (Master of Accountancy)
  • ESG504 Laws, Ethics and Policy of ESG (Master of Science in ESG Management)

Research Interests:

  • ESG Management
  • Institutional Entrepreneurship
  • Environmental Innovation
  • Emission Trading Regulations
  • Aviation Environmental Management
  • International Financial Tax Law

Top Noted Publication:

Institutional Entrepreneurship and Carbon Reduction Practices − Evidence from South Korea Aviation Industry

  • Journal: Transportation Research Part D: Transport and Environment
  • Publication Date: 2024-11-01
  • DOI: 10.1016/j.trd.2024.104394
  • Contributors: Benjamin Wu, Ling Mei Cong, Maggie Pan Williams, Suhyung Lee
  • Abstract: This journal article explores how institutional entrepreneurs within the South Korean aviation industry implement carbon reduction practices. The paper provides empirical evidence of the challenges and successes in aligning the aviation sector with international environmental standards.

The Enabling Roles and Temporal Conditions in relation to the Organized Collective of Institutional Entrepreneurship in the Aviation Industry

  • Conference: 25th Air Transport Research Society World Conference
  • Location: Antwerpen, Belgium
  • Date: 2022-08-26
  • Role: Writing – original draft, Writing – review & editing, Investigation
  • Contributor: Benjamin Wu
  • Abstract: This conference paper presents a study on the enabling roles and temporal conditions of institutional entrepreneurs in the aviation industry. Two case studies on legacy airlines in Northeast Asia are analyzed to demonstrate the influence of institutional entrepreneurship on industry practices.

A Balancing Act of Institutional Entrepreneurs Between Politics and Economic Development

  • Conference: 24th Air Transport Research Society World Conference
  • Location: Sydney, Australia
  • Date: 2021-08-28
  • Role: Writing – original draft, Investigation
  • Contributors: Benjamin Wu, Ling Mei Cong, Maggie Williams
  • Abstract: This paper examines the role of institutional entrepreneurs in balancing political pressures with economic development in the Korean aviation sector. It discusses the Korea Emission Trading Scheme and the efforts by the Korean aviation industry to implement CORSIA (Carbon Offsetting and Reduction Scheme for International Aviation).