08 Jun 2026
To promote international academic exchanges in the fields of electronic business and information systems, and to showcase the talent development outcomes of the MSc Project Management programme, Dr Chenwei Li, Deputy Programme Director of Project Management at the International Business School Suzhou (IBSS), Xi’an Jiaotong-Liverpool University, led two postgraduate students, Jingwen Sun and Qianshan Wang, to attend the Wuhan International Conference on E-Business 2026 (WHICEB 2026). During the conference, the team participated in academic discussions and presented their research on digital technology and management innovation, highlighting the programme’s commitment to developing research talent
As a prestigious international academic conference in electronic business and information systems, WHICEB focuses on emerging research areas including digital business, intelligent systems and management innovation. The conference brings together scholars and researchers from universities and research institutions around the world to explore how organisations are responding digital transformation and changing business environments.
At the conference, Dr Chenwei Li was invited to serve as both a Track Chair and a Session Chair. She took responsibility for thematic agenda planning, onsite session organisation and paper review, reflecting her expertise and research contributions in these fields.
Under the supervision of Dr Li, research papers authored by the two MSc Project Management students were accepted by the conference, and both students were invited to deliver onsite presentations.
Qianshan Wang presented research on project management and digital business innovation, demonstrating strong analytical skills and a solid understanding of the field.
Jingwen Sun presented a paper that was subsequently recommended for submission to one of the conference’s affiliated journals because of its innovative perspective and rigorous analysis. This recommendation provides a valuable opportunity for future academic publication. The students’ participation and presentations reflected both their academic potential and the effectiveness of the programme’s research training and supervision.
Led by Programme Director Dr Zhiqin Ni’s philosophy of supporting students according to their individual strengths and aspirations, the MSc Project Management programme aims to help students identify and develop their unique strengths while providing personalised pathways for different academic and professional goals.
Participation in WHICEB 2026 provided students with an opportunity to apply their research skills in an international academic environment. Through one-to-one supervision, conference presentation experience, and high-level cross-institutional academic communication, Students were able to strengthen their research capabilities and broaden their international perspectives.
Looking ahead, the programme will continue to strengthen its international and interdisciplinary approach to talent development, create more opportunities for global academic exchange, and encourage closer links between teaching and research. Through these efforts, MSc Project Management aims to further enhance the student experience and strength its academic profile internationally.
08 Jun 2026