Xiangyun, an Assistant Professor with expertise in Computer Science and Accounting, joined IBSS in October 2016. Passionate about providing engaging learning experiences, she has skillfully incorporated modern technologies and innovative methodologies into her lessons. Xiangyun teaches Python-related modules to both undergraduates and postgraduates in IBSS and also provides voluntary Python workshops via the University Library for all students.She has introduced a ChatGPT-based QA robot and an auto-marking robot to enhance student engagement and streamline the marking process. Additionally, she has developed software programs to assist colleagues in administrative tasks, allowing them to focus on delivering high-quality teaching.Xiangyun utilizes the game-based learning platform Kahoot to create a stimulating and interactive learning environment. As a recipient of the Teaching Development Fund (TDF), she is working on integrating Python and Machine Learning into the business curriculum, addressing the digital skills gap, and preparing students for the dynamic job market.Her primary research interests lie in applying AI algorithms, such as machine learning, deep learning, and NLP/Text Mining, to Accounting and Finance research, exploring topics like Fraud Detection, Industry Classification, Analyst Forecasts, and etc.

Digital Transfermation

Machine Learning in Accounting

Text Mining in Accounting

Fraud Detection

Educational Research

Assistant Professor in Accounting, International Business School Suzhou, XJTLU - 2017 to Present

Teaching Fellow in Accounting and Finance, International Business School Suzhou, XJTLU - 2016 to 2017

Research Assistant for UK Mutual Fund Managerial Database Setup, Southampton Business School, University of Southampton - 2015 to 2015

Research Assistant for Data Resources Expenditure Proposal, Southampton Business School, University of Southampton - 2014 to 2014

Part Time Lecturer, University of Southampton,Southampton Business School - 2014 to 2015

Accountant, GE China Co Ltd - 2005 to 2007

ACC102 Information System for Accountants

ACC905 Data Analysis with Python

ACC906 Machine Learning and Text Mining with Python

BUS303 Final Year Project

IBSS Business Analytics Summer School

IBSS Wind Financial Data Summer School

ALA Python Basics

ACF101 Skills for the Professional Accountants

ACF103 Introduction to Financial Accounting

AY2024/25 "XIPU AI in Education" Innovation Competition - Third Prize

2023 SuZhou Outstanding Teacher

2023 Jiangsu Province Micro Lecture and Micro Module Competition - Third Prize

AY2022/23 IBSS Award - Teaching Excellence Award - Contribution to the deployment of AI and Digitalization in Education

AY2022/23 XJTLU Academic Excellence Awards - Teaching Innovation Award

AY2020/21 IBSS Awards - Teaching Excellence Award - Teaching Innovation