Research

Research and data analysis are strong threads of connection through both my coursework and personal pursuits.

At the University of Pittsburgh, I have focused my research projects to combine my interests in Asian Studies and business strategy. Through exploring topics related to the economic and political environments of South Korea and other Asian countries, I have advanced my strategic thinking and planning skills.

Outside of the classroom, I spend considerable time volunteering at the Pittsburgh Japanese Culture Society and developing data analytics reports based on data collected by the Sales, Marketing, Operations, Programming, and IT teams. After collection, this data requires significant cleaning, coding, and standardization before starting relational analysis. The data reports I develop help to guide strategic decisions made by the Board of Directors in regards to budget, mission, and partnerships.

I never consider any research project to be fully finished, as new information and analysis becomes constantly available. I hope to continue to pursue new conclusions in all of the projects below on an on-going basis.

Research projects

  • China's Collective Will Advantage

    Global Strategy & Competitive Advantage, University of Pittsburgh, Spring 2017

    Abstract: As the Commercial Aircraft Corporation of China (COMAC) stands poised to enter the highly-competitive large civil aircraft (LCA) industry, the company is faced with numerous challenges in terms of technology and capabilities. At the same time, factors outside of the main focus of technology development cannot be ignored as they influence COMAC’s progress towards its target of joining Airbus and Boeing as a global competitor. One such factor is the concept of collective will, which can be identified as an element of Chinese culture and an attribute of the political system. This paper examines a unique characteristic of Chinese state-owned enterprises, explores how collective will impacts the central policies relating to the global LCA industry, and argues whether or not collective will can be considered a competitive advantage for COMAC.

  • Dumping of Oil Country Tubular Goods from South Korea

    International Economics for Managers, University of Pittsburgh, Spring 2016.

    This research project highlights the trade conflict between South Korea and the United States regarding anti-dumping measures for oil-country tubular goods. Completed for International Economics for Managers course in Spring 2016 at the University of Pittsburgh, College of Business Administration.