Ziyi Li

Ziyi Li

🔥 Biography

I graduated with a Master of Science in China & Globalisation from King’s College London in 2022. I hold a Bachelor of Science in Finance from Sichuan University (Project 985), where I graduated with distinction (Top 5%). My academic background includes expertise in financial economics, international business, and China’s economic policies.

In 2022, I worked as a researcher at the Chinese University of Hong Kong on a project exploring coordinated economic development in the Yangtze River Delta. My research interests focus on economic integration, global investment strategies, and China’s role in the global economy.

đź“š Publications

  • Ziyi Li. (2022), What Barriers Does China’s System of Education Create to Social Mobility? Research and Advances in Education (ISSN 2788-7057) Vol.1 No.6.
  • Ziyi Li. (2022), Essential Lessons from China’s Development – Advanced in Social Science, Education, and Humanities Research. 2022 International Conference on Social Sciences and Humanities and Arts. (Accepted, CPCI, CNKI).
  • Ziyi Li. (2021), Financing Constraints of Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (SMEs) in Northeast China. Academic Journal of Business & Management.
  • Ziyi Li. (2020), An Empirical Analysis of CAPM and Fama-French Three-Factor Model – Based on the Example of Shanghai Stock Exchange. Education Reform and Development.

🔬 Academic Experience

  • Researcher and Learner, Chinese University of Hong Kong (06/2022)
    • Duties: Completed coursework on regional economic and social development in the Yangtze River Delta, focusing on research methods, trend analysis, and strategic solutions.
    • Achievements: Demonstrated strong analytical and empirical research skills.
  • Research Assistant, National University of Singapore (03/2022 – 06/2022)
    • Proficient in Financial Modelling: Demonstrated proficiency in data collection and analysis to optimize asset allocation using the Markowitz model for ROI analysis, leveraging Black-Litterman modeling and matrix analysis techniques.
    • Equity Investment Decision Research: Conducted in-depth research by integrating technical indicators with market sentiment analysis. Utilized data visualization to predict stock price trends, resulting in the development of five comprehensive asset allocation reports.
  • Action Student, Cambridge University & Oxford University, UK (08/2018 – 09/2018)
    • Studied multinational organization, finance, business law, and intellectual property rights.

đź’Ľ Employment Experience

  • Data Asset Specialist, Shengjing Finance, Shenyang (09/2023 – 08/2024)
    • Corporate credit risk measurement research: Conducted research on methodologies for measuring corporate credit risk, using advanced statistical models and big data analytics. Developed a corporate credit risk assessment system to improve forecast accuracy and efficiency.
    • “Sunshine State-owned Enterprises” Information Platform Management: Managed and updated back-end information for the platform, ensuring correct and timely data dissemination, improving transparency for state-owned enterprises.
    • Honors: Second Prize in the 2023 “Zhenxing Cup” Youth Vocational Skills Competition (Financial Data Modeling category).
  • Research Intern, Investment Banking Department, China Securities Co., Ltd, Beijing (06/2022 – 08/2022)
    • Due Diligence: Conducted comprehensive analyses on the impact of financing on IPO timing, focusing on risk points and sponsorship processes. Authored investment memoranda for two Chinese companies.
    • Industry Research Expertise: Produced in-depth, 15,000-word reports on CIMB GLP REITs, including detailed industry analysis and annual report reviews.
  • PTA, Strategy Analysis Department, Ernst & Young, Shenyang (08/2020 – 11/2020)
    • Project Engagement: Served as a consultant for the domestic semiconductor chip ingredient brand initiative. Analyzed Intel’s ingredient brand marketing strategies from the 1990s and produced a comprehensive report.
    • Strategy Design: Conducted industry data analysis using Excel (including VLOOKUP) and proposed strategic recommendations for business planning and growth.
  • Financial Manager Assistant, China CITIC Bank, Chengdu (04/2019 – 05/2019)
    • Streamlined banking operations and assisted customers with online banking services.
    • Proactively recommended financial products to customers, achieving over 10 product openings.
    • Maintained customer relationships and provided detailed product information to over 100 clients daily.
  • Intern, Investment and Financial Management/Personal Loan Department, Bank of East Asia, Shenyang (01/2018)
    • Conducted risk assessments and gathered customer information for investment preferences and asset allocation.
    • Assisted with personal loan documentation and managed financial sales follow-up data.

đź“ť Project Experience

  • KCL Cultural Competency Kickstarter, King’s College London, UK (10/2022)
    • Engaged in interactive sessions and integrated insights from peers to enhance professional practices.
    • Won the Cultural Competence Championship for outstanding performance.
  • Research and Mapping Funding Opportunities for Leave No Youth Behind, UNDP BRH Youth Team (Youth Co:Lab), remote (02/2022 – 03/2022)
    • Conducted in-depth research on marginalized groups (e.g., disabled youth, LGBTQ communities) and contributed to their inclusion and empowerment.
    • Managed information updates and submissions from youth for the project.
  • Prudentialplc, Intern of Global Financial Elite Program, HK (02/2018)
    • Conducted macroeconomic and microeconomic research, evaluated business systems and governance through market simulations.
    • Developed a comprehensive 25-page, five-year strategic plan for an insurance company, focusing on market dynamics between mainland China and Hong Kong.

🌱 Association Experience

  • Giant Panda Conservationist, Dujiangyan Giant Panda Conservation Centre, Chengdu (10/2017 – 11/2017)
    • Managed time conflicts and contributed to the smooth operation of conservation activities.
  • Teaching Volunteer, Chiang Mai International Volunteer Organization, Thailand (07/2017 – 08/2017)
    • Taught basic Chinese and English language modules to local students, supporting their language development.
  • Vice Director, Entrepreneurship Department, Sichuan University, Chengdu (10/2016 – 09/2017)
    • Coordinated operational challenges and successfully organized various events.
    • Negotiated with industry experts and organized lectures on entrepreneurship in the digital economy.

🏆 Awards

  • Jun 2022 Principal’s Global Leadership Award (Postgraduate) & King’s Experienced Enterprise Award.
  • Dec 2018 First Class Scholarship, Sichuan University.
  • Sep 2018 National Summer Exchange Scholarship.
  • Feb 2018 Outstanding Volunteer Award.
  • Dec 2017 Distinction Student Award.
  • Dec 2017 First Class Scholarship, Sichuan University.
  • Dec 2016 Third Class Scholarship, Sichuan University.

đź’» Skills

  • Languages: Chinese (native), English (fluent; TOEFL: 111; Duolingo: 130; CET-4:601; CET-6:610).
  • Graduate Record Examination (GRE): Verbal Reasoning: 164, Quantitative Reasoning: 170 (+4.5).
  • Professional Certificates: ACCA (8/13); Second-level National Computer Rank Examination.
  • Software Skills: MS Office (Proficient), SQL, MS Access, Python, LaTeX.