Mr. Dongchang Kang | Management | Best Researcher Award

Mr. Dongchang Kang | Management | Best Researcher Award

Mr. Dongchang Kang, Sogang University, South Korea

🧑‍🏫 Dong Chang Kang is an Associate Professor in the Department of Accounting & Taxation at Dongyang Mirae University, with extensive experience in academia, corporate finance, and tax consulting. He has a rich background in accounting education, corporate credit analysis, and research, particularly focused on financial performance, tax regulations, and corporate governance. His contributions to both the academic and professional worlds have been recognized through numerous awards and publications in reputable journals.

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Strengths for the Best Researcher Award

Diverse Research Experience: Dr. Kang’s research spans various accounting topics, including performance evaluation, financial management, credit rating, and tax issues, showcasing his expertise across both academic and practical areas.

Multiple Publications: With numerous papers published in top Korean journals, Dr. Kang has made a strong academic contribution, particularly in fields related to credit rating analysis and corporate finance.

Industry and Academic Synergy: His work with Moody’s and Deloitte An-Jin, coupled with his academic role, gives him a unique perspective that bridges practical financial applications with theoretical research.

Recognition: Receiving awards for both credit analysis and teaching, Dr. Kang has demonstrated excellence in his professional and academic career.

Areas for Improvement

International Collaboration: While Dr. Kang has attended numerous Korean conferences, expanding his international presence could strengthen his global research network and increase visibility.

Broader Research Scope: Focusing more on interdisciplinary research, particularly in global financial markets, could diversify his research profile.

Language and Global Publications: Increasing publications in international journals or English-language outlets would expand the reach of his research beyond Korea.

🎓 Education

Ph.D. Candidate, Business Administration (Accounting), Sogang University, Republic of Korea, 2020 – Present (GPA: 4.02/4.3)

Master of Business Administration, Accounting, Seoul National University, Republic of Korea, 2014 (GPA: 3.92/4.3)

Bachelor of Business Administration, Seoul National University, Republic of Korea, 2009 (GPA: 3.52/4.3)

đź’Ľ Experience

Associate Professor, Department of Accounting & Taxation, Dongyang Mirae University (2017 – Present)
Kang has taught various subjects including cost accounting, managerial accounting, and tax accounting. He led several university policy research projects, including a comprehensive evaluation of the University’s financial structure and program profitability analysis.

Corporate Credit Analyst, Korea Investors Service (Moody’s Affiliation) (2014 – 2017)
Kang conducted financial analysis, assigned credit ratings, and prepared special reports for Korea’s major industries, presenting his findings to senior executives and financial markets.

Senior Associate CPA, Deloitte An-Jin Accounting Firm (2011 – 2012)
Specialized in tax consulting, IFRS conversion, and corporate restructuring projects for various banks and financial institutions.

Associate CPA, PwC Samil Accounting Firm (2009 – 2011)
Provided auditing and IFRS consulting services for several large corporations.

🔍 Research Interests

Kang’s research interests focus on accounting systems, credit ratings, corporate governance, and financial stability. His work often explores how accounting and credit-related variables affect business performance and investment decisions, particularly in large public firms and family-owned enterprises. He is actively engaged in big data analysis related to corporate finance and tax law.

🏆 Awards

Best Credit Analyst (Rank #1), Korea Investors Service, November 2016

Best Credit Analyst (Rank #3), Korea Investors Service, November 2015

Best Teacher Award, Dongyang Mirae University, February 2020

📚 Publication Top Notes

Lee, Y.S., Kang, D.C. (2018), Empirical Study on the Determinants of Improving Open Innovation Performance: Based on New Product Development Collaboration with Suppliers, Journal of Korea Technology Innovation Society, 21(3): 1050-1076. [Cited by 15]

Shin, J.Y., Kang, D.C. (2018), The Study of Accounting Issues Caused by Conservative Auditing: The Case of Daewoo E&C Overseas Construction Project, The Journal of Business Education, 32(5): 1-25. [Cited by 8]

Kang, D.C. (2019), An Empirical Study of the Effect of Buying Company’s Cost Management Information on the Relationship with Supplier, The Journal of Business Education, 33(3): 125-150. [Cited by 12]

Kang, D.C. (2019), An Empirical Study of Group Affiliates Family Company’s Effects on Supporting Possibility of Credit Rating, Global Business Administration Review, 16(6): 1-32. [Cited by 10]

Kang, D.C., Kwon, S.W. (2023), The Association between Rating Deviation and Corporate Investment, Korean Accounting Journal, 32(1): 31-69. [Cited by 6]

Kang, D.C., Kim, J.T. (2024), An Analysis of Credit Rating Agency’s Rating Adjustments Effects on Rating Split, Korea Management Review, 53(2): 321-344. [Cited by 4]

Kang, D.C., Kim, J.T., Byun, S.H. (2024), The Effects of Stand-Alone Rating Disclosure on Credit Rating Conservatism and Debt Financing Decision, Review of Accounting and Policy Studies, 29(2): 29-53. [Cited by 5]

Kang, D.C., Kim, J.T. (2024), Firm-Specific Information in Credit Ratings and Disclosure Behavior, Korea Management Review, 53(4): 901-922. [Cited by 2]

 

Conclusion

Dr. Kang Dong Chang is a highly suitable candidate for the Best Researcher Award due to his extensive contributions to accounting, finance, and credit analysis, supported by his industry experience and academic achievements. With potential for further international exposure, he exemplifies the qualities of a top-tier researcher.

Volker Bräutigam | Transformation | Best Researcher Award

Prof Dr. Volker Bräutigam | Transformation | Best Researcher Award

Professorship for Operations and Planning of Technical System & Entrepreneurship, Technical University of Applied Science WĂĽrzburg-Schweinfurt, Germany

Prof. Dr.-Ing. Volker Braeutigam, born on June 28, 1971, is an accomplished academic and entrepreneur specializing in process engineering and logistics. With a diverse career spanning academia and industry, he is dedicated to optimizing technical systems through innovative solutions.

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🎓 Education

Volker completed his studies in Process Engineering at the University of Stuttgart from 1991 to 1997, focusing on polymer science and environmental technologies. His doctoral thesis, titled “Microwave drying and curing of waterborne coatings,” was completed at the University of Stuttgart, and he has been engaged in various educational roles ever since.

đź’Ľ Experience

Volker’s extensive experience includes co-founding multiple companies such as XRify GmbH, focused on digital twins and extended reality, and nine seven GmbH, which supports startups. He has held significant roles at the Technical University of Applied Science Wuerzburg-Schweinfurt, including a full professorship in Operations and Planning of Technical Systems. His industrial background includes key positions at Borg Warner Transmission Systems GmbH and Valeo Wiper Systems GmbH, where he drove major operational improvements.

🔬 Research Interest

His research interests encompass lean management, logistics, and the application of immersive technologies in industrial settings. Volker is particularly focused on optimizing processes and enhancing human-computer interaction within cyber-physical production systems.

📚 Publications Top Notes

Agile Lehre fĂĽr eine interaktive GrĂĽndungskultur (2021) – Sustainability
Cited by: 31

Advances in machine learning detecting changeover processes in cyber-physical production systems (2020) – Journal of Manufacturing and Materials Processing
Cited by: 26

ErgoTakt: A novel approach of human-centered balancing of manual assembly lines (2021) – Procedia CIRP
Cited by: 19

Evaluation of visual requirements and software design for immersive visibility in industrial applications (2021) – IEEE International Symposium on Mixed and Augmented Reality
Cited by: 4

Sustainable Solutions by the Use of Immersive Technologies for Repurposing Buildings (2022) – Global Conference on Sustainable Manufacturing
Cited by: 2

Impact of Industrial Noise on Speech Interaction Performance and User Acceptance when Using the MS HoloLens 2 (2024) – Multimodal Technologies and Interaction
Cited by: 1

Equalization of the Visibility Loss between AR and Real Stimuli Sizes (2022) – IEEE International Symposium on Mixed and Augmented Reality
Cited by: 1