Prof. Na Zou on making smart academic choices despite constraints || Career Journey of an Economist || Ep.1

Prof. Na Zou's Global Career Journey (Part 1)   Welcome to Part 1 of our inspiring conversation with Prof. Na Zou, an Assistant Professor at the University of Bath's School of Management. In this episode, we dive deep into her foundational academic journey, from her school days to dual Bachelor's degrees in China, extending to her Master's studies in Sweden. Discover the early decisions, cultural transitions, and strategic thinking that shaped the initial phases of her remarkable career.       🎙️ About This Episode's Guest: Prof. Na Zou: Assistant Professor, Strategy and Organization Division, School of Management, University of Bath LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nazou/ Homepage: https://sites.google.com/view/nazou/?pli=1 Google Scholar: https://scholar.google.com/citations?user=8Hgq0hsAAAAJ&hl=en Her Research Areas: Entrepreneurship, Innovation, Social Networks, Corporate Strategy   ⏰ Episode Chapters:   0:00 Welcome & Episode Introduction 0:33 Introducing Dr. Na Zou: Her Academic Journey 1:57 Choosing Economics as a Career Path 5:55 Childhood and Early Life in China 11:43 The Role of Parents 14:39 Impact of Siblings' Career Journeys 30:00 Schooling and Navigating Exams 47:12 Challenges and Learnings Up to Her Master's Degree 53:31 Adapting to a New Culture & Academic System in Sweden 59:08 Practical Tips for Adapting to a Master's Curriculum Abroad 1:02:44 Master's Thesis and the Impact of Her PI 1:13:20 Final Thoughts & Looking Ahead to Part 2: The PhD Journey     🔗 Resources Mentioned / Related Links: IELTS Test: https://ieltsregistration.britishcouncil.org University of Lund: https://www.lunduniversity.lu.se/admissions/bachelors-and-masters-studies/masters-degree-studies Goethe University Frankfurt: https://www.goethe-university-frankfurt.de/124971977/International_Student_Services     👋 Connect with Sananda Biswas (Host): YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@SanandaBiswasPhD LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sananda-biswas-PhD Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sananda.biswas.phd