Joshua K. Park

Joshua K. Park
Campus Dean
International Business, Economic Policy, Entrepreneurship, Debate, Negotiation
Joshua K. Park was appointed as the Campus Dean of Mason Korea, from Fall Semester, 2024.
Prior to joining George Mason, he served as the Dean of SolBridge International School of Business, where he was instrumental in the school’s rapid growth and internationalization. Under his leadership, SolBridge attained AACSB re-accreditation, featured twice in the AACSB “Innovations that Inspire” spotlight, and became renowned for its diverse student body and innovative programs, drawing nearly 1,300 students from over 80 countries.
Dean Park holds a Juris Doctor from Harvard Law School and a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from Pomona College. His academic journey is complemented by a diverse range of professional roles, including positions as a strategic advisor and visiting professor at prominent institutions both in Korea and abroad, such as Beijing Foreign Studies University and KEPCO International Nuclear Graduate School. His experience in public policy, business, negotiation, and debate is reflected in his numerous publications, books, and over 300 seminars and workshops worldwide.
Known for his passion for education and debate, Dean Park has been a leader in the international debate community. He is a board member of the World Schools Debating Championships, Ltd. and served as a Chief Adjudicator at major debate competitions globally. His efforts led to the establishment and advancement of the SolBridge Debate Society, which gained recognition as one of the most accomplished debate teams in Asia.
Dean Park brings a unique blend of American educational philosophy and deep understanding of the Korean academic environment, which he plans on using to guide Mason Korea in its next phase of growth and innovation. He is committed to advancing Mason Korea’s mission of providing top-quality American education, fostering a diverse and inclusive community, and preparing students to thrive in a globalized world.
Selected Publications
Park, J. & Meng, X. (2024). Crowding out or crowding in? Reevaluating the effect of government spending on private economic activities. International Review of Economics and Finance, 89 (2024), 102-117.
Park, J. & Meng, X. (2024). Oil price changes and aggregate economic fluctuations: new evidence from the Republic of Korea. Applied Economics, 56 (5), 501-519.
Oh, Y. & Park, J. (2022). The Influence of Organizational Learning on International Performance in Social Enterprises: Conceptual Framework and Model Development. Korean Business Education Review, 37 (5), 271-283.
Kang, Q., Yoon, K., & Park, J. (2020). Can Traditional Industry Firms Be Born-Global? Case Study with a focus on Chinese and Korean Firms. Journal of Korea Trade, 24 (6), 135-156.
Park, J., Kim, P., & Kim, K. (2016). The Effect of Debate Program on the Communication Ability and Social Competence of Maladaptive Students. Speech & Communication, 15 (1), 170-198.
Expanded Publication List
Courses Taught
Undergraduate
● Critical Thinking
● Speech and Debate
● Business Negotiation
● Business Communication
● Business Law
● Business Law and Ethics
● International Law
● British and American Law
● Principles of American Law
● American Civil Law
● American Criminal Law
Masters
● Business Negotiation
● Advanced Business Negotiation
● Legal Environment of Business
● Leadership and Communication I
● Leadership and Communication II
● Speech and Debate
Doctorate
● Studies in American Criminal Law
Education
Pomona College, Bachelor of Arts in Psychology, 2000
Harvard Law School, Juris Doctor, 2003
In the Media
Popular Books
Park, P., & Park, J. (2017). Debating in Practice: Winning Strategies from the Experts, Paju, Korea: Kyoyookbook.
Park, B., & Park, J. (2013). Debating Grand Finals, Seoul: Haenggan.
Park, J. (2005). Global Leadership: Debating is the Answer, Seoul: Nexus.
TV Programs (Educational)
tvN (Seoul, Korea), 2016 – 2018. Mentor, Selector, Content Advisor: Debate Showdown (2018) Content Advisor: Campus Debate Battle (2016, 2017)
Arirang TV (Seoul, Korea), 2017. Chief Judge, Content Advisor: Intelligence – High School Debate
EBS (Seoul, Korea), 2007 – 2008. Chief Judge, Content Advisor: Debate Survival
Periodicals
The Teen Times (Seoul, Korea), 2009 – 2010. Weekly Columnist: How to Debate
Korea Reading Education Newspaper (Seoul, Korea), 2007 – 2010. Senior Columnist
JoongAng Ilbo (Seoul, Korea) 2004, 2007. Bi-weekly columnist: Middle School Debate Forum (2007); Weekly columnist: Close your Textbooks (2004)
The Korea Times (Seoul, Korea), 2004 – 2005. Weekly Columnist: The Crimson Report