School of Economics, Guangdong Ocean University

The School of Economics at Guangdong Ocean University, with fostering virtue and cultivating talent as its fundamental mission, upholds the spirit of its motto: “Virtue and Learning, Serving Society and Benefiting the People.” It is dedicated to cultivating high-calibre economic management talents who possess a solid theoretical foundation in economics, a broad international perspective, innovative spirit, and practical capabilities. The School serves the national marine economic development and regional socio-economic advancement, contributing to the construction of a maritime power and the promotion of high-quality economic development.

Since its inception in 1997 as the Department of Economics and Trade at Zhanjiang Ocean University, the School has evolved through the School of Economics and Management to its current form. Throughout its development, it has remained closely aligned with national strategic priorities. From its early focus on marine resource development and agricultural economic management, it has expanded into research and practice across multiple domains including the marine economy and regional economics. The School has consistently supplied specialised talent to national economic construction, supporting both the nation’s maritime ambitions and regional socio-economic advancement.