Authors: CHEN Liang, LU Yilin 

Publisher: Yangcheng Evening News

Date: June 24, 2024

The 10th IMA Management Accounting Education Summit Forum held at Jinan University focused on the theme Green Accounting: Sustainable Future, emphasizing the role of management accounting in promoting corporate social responsibility and environmental protection. The forum saw the participation of nearly 200 professionals from 80 universities across China, delving into topics such as green development and sustainable talent cultivation in the Greater Bay Area.

(At the summit forum)

Keynote speakers, including prominent figures from academia and industry, shared insights on various aspects of sustainable development, offering innovative suggestions and strategies for promoting green economy and sustainable social development. Discussions ranged from Green Development and Management Mission to Sustainable Talent Training, providing valuable ideas for advancing sustainable practices in enterprises.

During the forum, noteworthy individuals such as Diana Steinbach from IMA Global highlighted the importance of sustainable management practices in today's global context and underscored IMA's commitment to fostering environmentally responsible business practices through training and certification programs for financial and accounting professionals.

(At the Dean's Forum)

(At the Roundtable Forum)

Additionally, the forum featured engaging sessions such as the Dean's Forum and the Roundtable Forum, where experts explored the strategic direction of sustainable talent cultivation in the Greater Bay Area, aiming to nurture cross-border professionals equipped with a global perspective and advanced knowledge to drive the region's leadership in sustainable development.

(Honored guests)

As the event concluded, Professor Hu Yuming of Jinan University symbolically passed the torch to the next host, Central South University of Finance and Economics, signifying continuity in fostering discussions and initiatives for promoting sustainable practices and green development within the academic and professional realms.