Masao Nakamura

Masao Nakamura is a Retired Faculty member at The University of British Columbia, Sauder School of Business, Department of BUS. His research interests include international business and technology management, Japanese and Asian economies, economic behavior of firms and households, and econometrics. Nakamura's work has focused on topics such as economic development, business groups in Asia, supply chains, corporate social responsibility, and globalization. He has published in various journals, including the International Journal of Production Economics, Journal of Asian and African Studies, and UBC Law Review. His profile page provides additional information on his research and publications.

Masao Nakamura is a scholar specializing in Japanese business, international management, corporate governance, and Asian economies. His research explores the interplay between corporate control, ownership structures, and firm value in Japan, with a focus on the role of banks and business groups. Nakamura also investigates the impact of corporate governance reforms and their macroeconomic implications. His work includes empirical studies on joint ventures, labor supply dynamics, and the adoption of management practices such as just-in-time manufacturing. He has examined the historical evolution of corporate ownership in Japan and its effects on economic growth. His research contributes to understanding the complexities of Japanese business practices within a global context.