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Jing Du is an Associate Professor (Senior Lecturer) in Accounting and Finance at the University of Birmingham, affiliated with the Birmingham Business School and the Department of Finance. She serves as Programme Director and School Senior Wellbeing Tutor, contributing significantly to academic leadership and student welfare. Prior to her current role, she was an Assistant Professor at Durham University.
Education:
- PhD, University of Birmingham
- Postgraduate Certificate in Higher Education (Distinction), FHEA
- MSc (Distinction) in International Banking and Finance, Durham University
- BEc (First) in International Economics and Trade, Beijing University of Technology
Her research interests span corporate finance, sustainable finance, political connections, financial constraints, Chinese households’ saving and consumption behaviours, and the interplay between finance and macroeconomic activity. She explores firm behaviour under imperfect capital markets and the broader implications of financial systems on the Chinese economy. Her recent publications reflect an interdisciplinary approach, particularly at the intersection of finance, regulation, and emerging technologies.
The article trends indicate a focus on regulatory frameworks in technology and finance, with one recent publication analyzing the EU Artificial Intelligence Act within international trade, suggesting a growing interest in the governance of digital innovation.
Scientific awards:
- Neil Hood and Stephen Young Prize for the Most Original New Work at the AIB Annual Conference
Jing Du is actively involved in advising and grants, currently supervising one PhD student as second supervisor. She has extensive teaching experience across undergraduate and postgraduate levels, having taught modules such as Advanced Corporate Finance, Security Analysis and Valuation, and International Financial Management. She has also held administrative roles including Programme Director and School Senior Wellbeing Tutor, demonstrating strong engagement in academic service.
While no specific labs or research teams are mentioned, her research portal and conference presentations suggest active participation in academic networks related to finance and economic behaviour.
