BI (Byung-Ik) Jung

Partner at Andersen Consulting | Pioneer of Hybrid Thinking | Global Strategy & Education Transformation Leader

BI (Byung-Ik) Jung is a globally experienced strategy consultant, academic leader, and the creator of Hybrid Thinking, with leadership experience spanning Boston Consulting Group (BCG), KPMG, LG Electronics, and leading higher education institutions.

He currently serves as Partner at Andersen Consulting, advising universities, corporations, and governments on strategy, education transformation, and global expansion.

Available Languages

English, Korean

Summary

BI (Byung-Ik) Jung is a globally recognized strategy consultant, academic leader, and the creator of Hybrid Thinking—an integrated problem-solving framework that combines logical thinking and design thinking to address complex and ambiguous challenges.

With a career spanning top-tier consulting firms, global corporations, and higher education institutions, he advises universities, corporations, and governments on strategy, innovation, and large-scale transformation.

Biography

Mr. Jung has built a distinctive career at the intersection of strategy, innovation, and education, anchored by his pioneering work in Hybrid Thinking.

He began his career at Samjong KPMG and Boston Consulting Group (BCG), where he developed deep expertise in corporate strategy, M&A, and business transformation. He later joined LG Electronics, leading global strategy initiatives and new business development.

Transitioning into academia, he joined SolBridge International School of Business, where he led strategic planning and internationalization across multiple colleges.

He was subsequently appointed as the Founding Dean of Busan International College (BIC) at Tongmyong University, where he successfully launched an innovative international college and implemented new education models aligned with global trends.

Currently, as Partner at Andersen Consulting, he leads the education and public sector practice, advising institutions on transformation, global strategy, and innovation. His Hybrid Thinking framework serves as a core methodology in his consulting and executive education work.

In parallel, he has delivered executive education programs and strategic workshops for leading organizations including Samsung Electronics, LG Group, GS Caltex, SK Telecom, Hyundai Card, POSCO, CJ, Shinhan Bank, and KB Financial Group, covering areas such as Hybrid Thinking, design thinking, logical thinking, and leadership development. His work spans both corporate and public sectors, including government institutions, universities, and global organizations.

He has also been featured in major business and corporate media, including EBS Business Review, SK, and Lotte corporate broadcasting channels, further establishing his presence as a thought leader in strategy and innovation.

He is also actively engaged in academia as an Adjunct Professor at IE Business School and aSSIST Global MBA, where he teaches strategy, innovation, and Hybrid Thinking to global executives.

Expertise

  • Hybrid Thinking Framework Development & Application (Logical Thinking × Design Thinking integration)
  • Complex Problem Solving in Uncertain & Ambiguous Environments
  • Education Transformation & University Strategy (Internationalization, Global Expansion, Ranking)
  • Corporate Strategy, M&A, and Business Transformation
  • Innovation Strategy & Design Thinking
  • Leadership Development & Executive Education
  • Public Sector Strategy & Policy Advisory

Topics

  • Hybrid Thinking: The New Standard for Problem Solving in the Age of AI
  • From Logical Thinking to Hybrid Thinking: Why Strategy Must Evolve
  • Solving Complex Problems: When Analysis Meets Design
  • Education Innovation through Hybrid Thinking
  • Strategy & Leadership in an Era of Uncertainty
  • Building Future-Ready Organizations and Institutions

Education

  • Seoul National University, BBA
  • INSEAD, MBA
  • IE Business School, DBA (Candidate)

Additional Highlights

  • Author of bestselling books on Hybrid Thinking, design thinking, and business consulting
  • Delivered executive programs for Samsung, LG, SK, Hyundai, POSCO, GS, CJ, and leading institutions
  • Featured in EBS Business Review and major corporate media
  • Vice President, Korean Academy of Product Innovation
  • Board Director, Social Innovation Entrepreneurs Network

Books

Books

Testimonials

“Joon-Ki Han brings a rare combination of strategic insight and practical execution. His guidance during our organizational transformation was not only insightful but immediately actionable. He doesn’t just advise—he drives real change.”

— CEO, Global Technology Company

 

“Working with Joon-Ki was a turning point in my leadership journey. His coaching is direct, deeply insightful, and grounded in real business experience. He helped me navigate complex decisions with clarity and confidence.”

— Senior Executive, Fortune 500 Company

 

“Joon-Ki understands HR as a business function, not a support role. His approach to talent strategy and performance management significantly improved our organization’s effectiveness and leadership alignment.”

— HR Director, Multinational Corporation

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