Research output per year
Research output per year
Throughout my career, I have been motivated by a strong desire to empower others to reach their full potential. I firmly believe that creating a culture of excellence and growth can benefit individuals, teams, organisations, communities, and societies as a whole.
My journey began in the corporate world, where I gained nearly a decade of experience leading organisational change and IT projects in Fortune 500 companies to improve product design, operational safety, and productivity. This experience taught me the importance of taking a multidisciplinary approach to problem-solving, which led me to pursue education in multiple fields. I earned a bachelor's degree in Business Administration and a minor in Social Science from the Hong Kong University of Science and Technology, followed by an MSc and PhD in Civil Engineering from The University of Maryland, USA.
In 2017, I joined the University of Manchester as a Lecturer in Project Management and was later promoted to Senior Lecturer in recognition of my contributions to the department and wider academic community. Alongside my academic roles, I am also certified as a Project Management Professional (PMP) by the Project Management Institute (PMI) and an AgilePM® by the Association for Project Management (APM). With over 20 years of international research and work experience in countries including Australia, China, Japan, Malaysia, India, and the USA, I was appointed as the Faculty of Science and Engineering Head of Internationalisation for ASEAN, Japan and Korea in 2022, reflecting my commitment to promoting diversity and inclusion in academia.
My research focuses on promoting occupational health, safety, and well-being in high-risk industries, particularly in the construction sector. To achieve this, I draw on theories and methods from organisational psychology, computer science, and engineering management. My work is founded on the belief that international collaboration, interdisciplinary research and evidence-based solutions are key to driving positive change. My research has been funded by professional bodies, the UK government, charities, and private companies.
I am grateful for the opportunities that have come my way throughout my career, and committed to using these opportunities to make a meaningful impact in the wider community. In addition to my academic work, I have taken on leadership roles outside the university, such as serving as an editorial board member of the Journal of Management in Engineering and a primary school governor to promote women in the STEM fields. I believe that by working together, we can create a better future for everyone.
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In 2015, UN member states agreed to 17 global Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) to end poverty, protect the planet and ensure prosperity for all. This person’s work contributes towards the following SDG(s):
AgilePM (R), Association for Project Management (APM)
Bachelor of Commerce, Finance, Hong Kong University of Science & Technology
Project Management Professional (PMP), Project Management Institute Inc
Master in Science, Civil Engineering, University of Maryland at College Park
Doctor of Philosophy, Civil Engineering, University of Maryland at College Park
External Examiner , University College - Cork
2022 → …
School Governor, Springfield Primary School
2021 → 2024
Association for Project Management:Corporate Advisory Group Member
2020 → 2021
ASCE: Journal of Management in Engineering (Editorial Board Memeber)
Feb 2019 → …
Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
Research output: Chapter in Book/Report/Conference proceeding › Chapter › peer-review
Research output: Book/Report › Other report
Yunusa-Kaltungo, A., Cheung, C., Gallego Schmid, A., Manu, P. & Su, M.
1/02/22 → 31/01/23
Project: Research
Manu, Patrick (Recipient), Cheung, Clara (Recipient), Yunusa-Kaltungo, Akilu (Recipient) & Ejohwomu, Obuks (Recipient), 19 Jun 2020
Prize: Prize (including medals and awards)
Collinge, William (Recipient), Manu, Patrick (Recipient), Cheung, Clara (Recipient) & Hadi Mosleh, Mojgan (Recipient), 27 Oct 2022
Prize: Prize (including medals and awards)
Collinge, William (Recipient), Cheung, Clara (Recipient), Manu, Patrick (Recipient) & Hadi Mosleh, Mojgan (Recipient), 29 Oct 2020
Prize: Prize (including medals and awards)
Collinge, William (Recipient), Manu, Patrick (Recipient), Cheung, Clara (Recipient), Hadi Mosleh, Mojgan (Recipient), Freitas, Andre (Recipient), Osorio Sandoval, Carlos (Recipient) & Zhou, Zili (Recipient), 11 Nov 2021
Prize: Prize (including medals and awards)
Cheung, Clara (Recipient), 2018
Prize: Prize (including medals and awards)
William Collinge (Other), Patrick Manu (Contributor), Clara Cheung (Contributor) & Mojgan Hadi Mosleh (Contributor)
Activity: Other
Clara Cheung (Speaker)
Activity: Talk or presentation › Invited talk
Clara Cheung (Member)
Activity: Membership › Membership of professional association
Clara Cheung (Academic expert member)
Activity: Membership › Membership of professional association
Clara Cheung (Chair)
Activity: Participating in or organising event(s) › Participating in a conference, workshop, exhibition, performance, inquiry, course etc