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Biography
I'm a current PhD student in Development Policy and Management with the Global Development Institute (GDI) at the University of Manchester since 2021. My research focuses on human resource management, expatriate management, repatriation and career development, and the construction industry in Africa. I'm currently working on my PhD thesis exploring expatriate management in Chinese MNEs in Africa in the construction sector.
I have also undertaken roles as Teaching Assitant for postgraduate courses including, Human Resource Practices 2, Managing Quality in Development, Organisational Development, and Human Resource Planning and Development.
Before doing my PhD, I worked as a human resource manager for a Chinese state-owned company in a wide range of African countries including, Ghana, Liberia, Côte d'Ivoire, Cameroon, and Nigeria for 5 years. I speak Mandarin, English, and French.
Education/Academic qualification
Master of Science, Human Resource Management (International Development) with Distinction, The University of Manchester
1 Sept 2020 → 29 Nov 2021
Award Date: 29 Nov 2021
Bachelor of Arts, French, Nanchang University
1 Sept 2011 → 30 Jun 2015
Award Date: 30 Jun 2015
Areas of expertise
- H Social Sciences (General)
- Human Resource Management
Research Beacons, Institutes and Platforms
- Global Development Institute
Expertise related to UN Sustainable Development Goals
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):
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SDG 5 Gender Equality -
SDG 8 Decent Work and Economic Growth -
SDG 9 Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure -
SDG 10 Reduced Inequalities
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Shaping Strategic Human Resource Management Through the Lens of Corporate Social Responsibility
Sun, Y., Shi, J., Wei, M. & Rees, C., 2025, (E-pub ahead of print) Sustainable Human Resource Management Psychological Perspectives. Sahai, A. K. & Rath, N. (eds.). Apple Academic PressResearch output: Chapter in Book/Conference proceeding › Chapter › peer-review
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A study of expatriate management of Chinese multinational enterprises (MNEs) in Africa in the construction sector
Sun, Y., 28 Jun 2023.Research output: Contribution to conference › Abstract › peer-review
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Exploring the Expatriates of Chinese Multinational Enterprises (MNEs) in the Construction Sector in the Region of Africa: Self-Isolation or Integration?
Sun, Y. & Rees, C., 10 Nov 2023.Research output: Contribution to conference › Abstract › peer-review
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The Involvement of Chinese Multinational Enterprises (MNEs) in Africa: Exploring Expatriate Management in the Construction Sector from a Human Resource Management (HRM) Perspective
Sun, Y. & Rees, C., 11 Oct 2023.Research output: Contribution to conference › Abstract › peer-review
Activities
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International Journal of Information Management (Journal)
Sun, Y. (Peer reviewer of publications)
Jul 2024 → …Activity: Publication peer-review and editorial work › Publication peer-review › Research
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the ManaGlobal China-Africa Colloquium
Sun, Y. (Participant)
14 Dec 2023Activity: Participating in or organising event(s) › Participating in a conference, workshop, exhibition, performance, inquiry, course etc › Research
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Online Colloquium: Knowledge Exchange across Higher Education Institutions - The Experience of Chinese Doctoral Students Studying in China and UK
Sun, Y. (Participant)
4 May 2023Activity: Participating in or organising event(s) › Participating in a conference, workshop, exhibition, performance, inquiry, course etc › Research