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Mi Ji

Biography

Mi Ji is currently an Institute Senior Executive Fellow at the INSEAD Blue Ocean Strategy Institute (IBOSI). She holds a Ph.D. in Government from Cornell University and an MBA from INSEAD. Before joining IBOSI, Mi was a professor of International Political Economy at Peking University, specialising in multinational investment and international business strategy. 

Mi was a major researcher for Kim & Mauborgne’s book Blue Ocean Strategy and the official translator of the book’s Chinese version, which topped the bestseller list and won numerous awards in China. Her current research focuses on BOS and its application in geographical markets, and the empirical testing of the reconstructionist theory of strategy. 

As an expert on blue ocean strategy, Mi has taught blue ocean strategy extensively to executives, government officials and business school students. She has also been a keynote speaker on blue ocean strategy for various events around the world.

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A Nondisruptive Approach to the Environment

W. C. Kim, R. Mauborgne, M. Ji

Companies can help the transition to a greener economy without sacrificing their financial interests.

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Creating Your Blue Ocean Through Noncustomer Analysis

W. C. Kim, R. Mauborgne, M. Ji

Adopting a blue ocean perspective can allow you to reach beyond your existing industry’s customers.

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The Rising Importance of Value Innovation for Creating New Growth

W. C. Kim, R. Mauborgne, M. Ji

With limited resources at hand, companies need to stay smart and efficient when it comes to investing in innovation.

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A Blue Ocean Compass for Your Post-Covid Strategy

W. C. Kim, R. Mauborgne, M. Ji

Four questions to help you rethink industry logic and existing practices to prepare for a powerful comeback.
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How to Be a Blue Ocean Strategist in the Post-Pandemic World

W. C. Kim, R. Mauborgne, M. Ji

A blue ocean mindset uncovers hidden opportunities amid the Covid-era economic crisis.
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