Dr. Qinyuan Zhang | sustainability strategies | Best Academic Researcher Award
Dr. Qinyuan Zhang, City university of Macau, China.
Dr. Zhang Qinyuan is an emerging scholar specializing in Green Supply Chain Management, Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR), and Enterprise Digital Transformation đ±đŒ. She is currently pursuing her Doctor of Business Administration at the City University of Macau (2022.09â2025.06), building on her solid academic foundation and international experiences. Zhangâs dedication to impactful research is evident in her contributions to high-impact SSCI journals, where she has served as both first and second author alongside distinguished supervisors. Her work focuses on qualitative and comparative analysis methods, aimed at advancing sustainability practices within manufacturing and hospitality industries. đđ With prior academic exposure from RMIT University and Fujian Agriculture and Forestry University, she brings a unique interdisciplinary lens to management science. She is proficient in academic writing, data analysis, and cross-cultural research collaboration, making her a valuable contributor to todayâs dynamic business environment. âïžđ
Profile
đ Education
Dr. Zhang Qinyuan holds an academically diverse and international background đđ. She is currently pursuing a Doctor of Business Administration at the City University of Macau (2022.09â2025.06), where she is also involved in management systems and operations management as a Teaching Assistant. Previously, she earned her Master of Project Management from RMIT University (2019.09â2021.12), where she gained essential skills in project lifecycle control and strategic planning. Her educational journey began with a Bachelorâs degree in Mechanical Design, Manufacturing, and Automation from Fujian Agriculture and Forestry University (2014.09â2018.06), laying the groundwork for her interest in sustainable manufacturing. đŻđ Zhang also participated in academic exchanges, including a stint at National Dong Hwa University in Taiwan (2015.09â2016.03) and Zhejiang Universityâs International Program (2021.06â2021.08), expanding her global outlook on research and innovation. âïžđ§
đŒ Experience
Dr. Zhang Qinyuan has cultivated a versatile academic and research career focused on advancing sustainable business practices đŒđ. She currently serves as a Teaching Assistant at the City University of Macau, where she supports courses in Management Consulting Systems and Operations Management (2023â2025). Her role involves curriculum support, academic mentoring, and research facilitation. She also contributed significantly to the Macao Foundation Research Project on green supply chain configurations in the Greater Bay Area, overseeing data collection and report development đđ. Zhangâs professional exposure extends beyond bordersâthrough academic exchanges and collaborative research initiatives at institutions like Zhejiang University and National Dong Hwa University, she developed strong capabilities in Qualitative Comparative Analysis (QCA), SPSS, Stata, and Nvivo. Her hands-on experience in both teaching and field research equips her to tackle real-world business sustainability issues with analytical depth and practical insight. đ§ȘđĄ
đŹ Research Interests
Dr. Zhang Qinyuanâs research interests lie at the intersection of Green Supply Chain Management, Corporate Social Responsibility, and Enterprise Digital Transformation đżđČ. She explores how organizations, particularly in manufacturing and hospitality, can transition toward sustainable operations using innovative frameworks and qualitative methods. Her expertise in fuzzy-set Qualitative Comparative Analysis (fsQCA) allows her to evaluate multiple pathways and configurations that drive successful implementation of green strategies đâïž. She also examines extended producer responsibility (EPR), end-of-life vehicle sustainability, and closed-loop supply chain models under dual uncertainty. Zhang is passionate about translating academic theories into actionable strategies for enterprises facing digital transformation challenges. With strong command of both quantitative and qualitative toolsâlike SPSS, Nvivo, and Stataâher research aims to support evidence-based decision-making in global supply networks. đđ
đ Awards & Achievements
Dr. Zhang Qinyuanâs dedication to excellence has earned her key academic and research achievements đ đ. She is a co-researcher in a Macao Foundation-funded project (MF2309) titled âResearch on Configurational Drivers of Green Supply Chain Management Implementation in the Hotel Industry of the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Areaâ (2023.09â2024.09). Her contributionâranging from qualitative data collection to report draftingâreflects her leadership in research operations. She has also actively participated in international academic programs at Zhejiang University, showcasing her commitment to interdisciplinary growth and internationalization đ. As a Teaching Assistant at City University of Macau, she was recognized for her support in teaching and project execution. Zhangâs publications under review at high-impact journals further establish her as a rising scholar in sustainable management. Her award-worthy research activities aim to bridge the gap between environmental responsibility and business performance. đ§ đïž
đ Publication Top Notes
Multi-factor Driving Paths of Green Supply Chain Management Implementation in Leading Manufacturers: A Fuzzy-set Qualitative Comparative Analysis.
Exploring the Driving Factors for Green Supply Chain Management in the Hotel Industry: A fsQCA Approach.
Simulation Analysis of âOld for Newâ Remanufacturing in Closed-Loop Supply Chains.
Co-evolution Mechanism of Green Supply Chain Management: Multi-driver Perspective.
Improving Sustainability of ELVs: Extended Producer Responsibility in China. (Transportation Journal, IF 1.1, SSCI)Â

