Professor Chen Guoquan of Tsinghua University delivered an illuminating address at Wuhan University's Yangtze Forum on June 5, 2025, presenting his innovative "Spatiotemporal Theory" as a cornerstone for developing China's indigenous management knowledge system. The lecture, hosted by Wuhan University's Institute for Advanced Humanistic Studies and School of Economics and Management, drew a distinguished audience including Associate Dean Huang Minxue and numerous faculty members and students.
During his presentation, Professor Chen articulated a compelling vision for management theory rooted in traditional Chinese philosophy. He systematically outlined his spatiotemporal framework, beginning with its philosophical foundations in yin-yang principles, then detailing its three fundamental laws and five dimensions of practical wisdom. The theory emphasizes crucial leadership capabilities such as anticipating critical junctures and cultivating multi-dimensional systemic thinking. Professor Chen brought these concepts to life through vivid case studies demonstrating successful implementations in corporate settings and executive education programs.
The forum sparked dynamic intellectual exchange during its interactive segment, where attendees engaged Professor Chen in thoughtful dialogue about the theory's applications and implications. Participants universally praised the session for its conceptual depth and practical relevance, noting its significant contribution to advancing China's autonomous management scholarship. This event marks an important milestone in the ongoing development of management theories that blend China's rich philosophical heritage with contemporary organizational challenges.
Reported by Wu Peishan | Reviewed by Huang Minxue
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