Chia-Yu LAI
Bloomington,INDIANA
Summary
Assistant professor with 6 years of experience successfully contributing to information technology curriculum development and delivery. ERP/IT specialist with 10+ years of experience across ERP software development and project management. Specializes in linking academic theory with real-world IT applications, leading curriculum design, and delivering ERP course training. Skilled in simplifying complex IT concepts for varied audiences, driving enterprise-wide skill enhancement and organizational growth through strategic education and training.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Assistant Professor
Pingtung University Of Science And Technology
08.2018 - Current
- Taught courses in ERP, System Design, and IT Project Management, equipping students with the necessary skills for professional certifications.
- Contributed to planning dynamic learning and engaging lessons for classroom and distance learning applications.
- Developed innovative curriculum for interdisciplinary courses, fostering a broader understanding of various subjects for students.
- Demonstrated strong interpersonal and communication skills, resulting in clear subject-matter discussions with students.
ERP Consultant/ Senior IT Project Manager
Taiflex Scientific Co., Ltd.
06.2010 - 02.2018
- Managed the ERP project and directed the team: implemented the eHR and several financial systems.
- Acted as technical lead and supported the manager in achieving organizational strategies. Interacted with the customer for the requirements, design, and deliverables.
- Designed and developed complex web-based systems.
- Well-trained in designing and visualizing Business Intelligence reports for executives.
Visiting Researcher
Coleman Fung Institute, UC Berekely
07.2014 - 07.2015
- Synthesized data and wrote detailed reports to present research findings to stakeholders.
- Participated in team projects, demonstrating an ability to work collaboratively and effectively.
Education
Ph.D. - Infomation Managment
National Sun Yat-Sen University
Kaohsuing, Taiwan01.2018
MBA - Finance
California State University, Fullerton,
CA, USA12.2006
Skills
- ERP Applications: SAP, Oracle ERP and Business Intelligence
- Outstanding Teaching Award in 2020 and 2021
- Programming Experience –Python, Oracle D2K, Java
- Databases: MongoDB, Oracle Database, and SQL Server
- Language: English (Fluent) & Mandarin (Native)
Certification
· Project Manager Certification: Project Management Professional Certification (PMP), 2012
Timeline
Assistant Professor
Pingtung University Of Science And Technology
08.2018 - Current
Visiting Researcher
Coleman Fung Institute, UC Berekely
07.2014 - 07.2015
ERP Consultant/ Senior IT Project Manager
Taiflex Scientific Co., Ltd.
06.2010 - 02.2018
Ph.D. - Infomation Managment
National Sun Yat-Sen University
MBA - Finance
California State University, Fullerton,