Peking University HSBC Business School (PHBS) welcomed a distinguished delegation from the University of Strathclyde on November 13 for discussions on strengthening academic ties and exploring new avenues for collaboration.

The delegation was led by Professor Sir Jim McDonald, a foreign member of the Chinese Academy of Sciences, honorary professor at Peking University, emeritus principal and vice chancellor of the University of Strathclyde, former president of the Royal Academy of Engineering, and chair of Scottish Enterprise. Professor Hai Wen, vice chairman of the Peking University Council, founding dean of PHBS, and director of PHBS-UK, welcomed the delegation on behalf of the school.

Touring the PHBS History Exhibition Hall

The visit began with a tour of key PHBS facilities, including the PHBS History Exhibition Hall, the Data Center, and the Future Media Lab. Professor Hai Wen provided an overview of the school’s history, international strategy, faculty profile, and research achievements, highlighting PHBS’s commitment to global engagement and interdisciplinary innovation.

Professor Sir Jim McDonald and Professor Hai Wen exchange views during the meeting

A commemorative gift exchange to mark the visit

During the subsequent meeting, both sides exchanged ideas for potential collaboration. Professor Sir Jim McDonald expressed strong interest in developing interdisciplinary initiatives integrating business, engineering, and technology. He also introduced Strathclyde’s recent achievements, current UK rankings, and strengths in its flagship disciplines.

Professor Hai Wen outlined PHBS’s global partnerships with leading universities and shared updates on the development of the PHBS-UK campus. He emphasized the school’s dedication to advancing international collaboration and welcomed opportunities for joint academic initiatives in the future.

The exchange brought together representatives from both institutions, includingLin Fan (Adviser to the Principal on University Engagement with China),Zhao Helin(Senior International Partnership Officer),Pan Feng(Founding Dean, School of Advanced Materials, PKU Shenzhen Graduate School),Young Joon Park(Associate Dean, PHBS),Ma Linlin(Vice Director, The HSBC Financial Research Institute at Peking University), andMao Na(Director, PHBS International Office).

Both parties agreed to maintain close communication as they explore concrete collaboration opportunities in the coming months.

Source: Public Relations & Media Office and International Office