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Dr Chao Zhang

Lecturer

Department: Newcastle Business School

Chao Zhang is a Lecturer in International Business at Newcastle Business School in Northumbria University. With a rich educational background, his career exemplifies a deep commitment to education and research.
Originally from Xi'an (China), he began his academic journey with a Bachelor of Science in Management from Guangxi University in China, providing a solid foundation in business principles. He then pursued a Master of Research in Management Organization and Business Economics at Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona, Spain, sharpening his analytical and critical thinking skills. Continuing his academic pursuit, Chao earned a Ph.D. in Business Economics Management from Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona, specializing in the internationalization of companies. His doctoral research significantly contributed to the field, offering insights into the strategies and challenges of global expansion.
As a passionate researcher, Chao has been active in publishing highly influential journals, engaging with the international business community, participating in conferences, and collaborating with peers.
Chao's journey from a Bachelor's degree in China to a Lecturer in the UK showcases his unwavering dedication to international business excellence and shaping future global business leaders.

Chao Zhang

Internationalization

International Entrepreneurship

Institutions

Digitalization

  • Please visit the Pure Research Information Portal for further information
  • Family management, external R&D collaboration, and the speed and scope of internationalization, Capelleras, J., Martin-Sanchez, V., Zhang, C. 25 Sep 2025, In: International Business Review
  • The curvilinear relationship between digitalization and export propensity: The role of home country corruption in emerging economies, Capelleras, J., Martin-Sanchez, V., Zhang, C. 1 May 2025, In: Technological Forecasting and Social Change
  • Does social desirability of entrepreneurship matter for early-stage entrepreneurs’ internationalization? The moderating role of economic freedom, Capelleras, J., Martin-Sanchez, V., Zhang, C. 1 Jan 2025, In: BRQ Business Research Quarterly
  • Unearthing the multidimensional roles of place attachment in sustainable entrepreneurship: a longitudinal study of an ethnic minority entrepreneur in the UK, Al Mamun, A., Dey, S., Zhang, C., Tiwasing, P., Omoloso, O. 23 Apr 2025, In: International Journal of Entrepreneurial Behaviour & Research

  • PhD July 11 2023
  • MRes June 30 2019
  • BSc June 23 2017


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