GENG Xuesong

GENG Xuesong is an Associate Professor of Strategic Management at the Lee Kong Chian School of Business, Singapore Management University (SMU). He serves as Academic Director of the Master of Science in Management (MiM) program and Course Coordinator for 'Business, Government, & Society.' He also co-leads the Digital Business Research Peak. His roles emphasize teaching, research leadership, and strategic innovation.

Education:

• Ph.D. (Strategy), University of Toronto (2009)
• M.Sc. (Business Policy), National University of Singapore (2001)
• M.Eng. (Engineering and Management), Zhejiang University (1999)
• B.Eng. (Material Engineering), Shandong University (1996)

Research Interests: Dr. Geng focuses on institutional theory, technological innovation, corporate governance, and organizational learning. He explores how firms adapt to institutional shifts, leverage digital ecosystems, and navigate global challenges. His work bridges strategic management with digital transformation and platform economies.

Articles Trends: His recent work addresses digital transformation in industries (e.g., Jumbo Group, Mediacorp), corporate responses to disasters, and innovation dynamics in China. Earlier studies examine airline strategy failures and IP policy impacts. His articles blend theoretical frameworks with empirical case studies.

Awards:

• Teaching Excellence Dean’s List (2013–2021)
• Most Innovative Teacher Award (2017)
• Della Suantio Research Fellowship (2016)
• Member, FACTL Advisory Committee (2019–2023)

Advising & Grants: He advises multiple doctoral candidates across SMU’s PhDGM, DBA, and joint programs. His research often involves institutional grants exploring innovation ecosystems and digital strategies. He collaborates on interdisciplinary projects linking business, technology, and governance.

Labs/Teams: As Digital Business Research Peak Co-Lead, he spearheads initiatives on digital transformation, platform strategies, and sustainable innovation. His team bridges academic research with industry applications, focusing on Asia-Pacific contexts.