Apple CEO Tim Cook Visits Tsinghua University for Advisory Board Meeting
Apple CEO Tim Cook attended the annual meeting of the advisory board for Tsinghua University's School of Economics and Management. He currently serves as the committee's chairman.
Apple CEO Tim Cook visited Tsinghua University in Beijing on October 13, 2026, to attend the annual meeting of the advisory board for the university's School of Economics and Management (SEM). Cook holds the position of chairman for this committee.
The Tsinghua SEM Advisory Board, established in October 2000, comprises chairpersons of major international corporations, deans of world-class universities, and Nobel laureates in economics. Its mission is to enhance the school's connections with external stakeholders, elevate its research and teaching standards, and support its development into a globally leading economics and management institution.
The annual meeting, held on October 13-14, addressed the school's progress and challenges. Several prominent global business leaders were present, with Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang, AMD Chair Lisa Su, and Coca-Cola CEO Henrique Braun joining as new members. The committee now includes 69 members representing 71 individuals.
Cook's role as chairman highlights the engagement between major tech companies and leading academic institutions. The board's composition, featuring leaders from various multinational corporations, provides SEM with strategic guidance and industry insights.