Press Release

Co-organized by Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) and the Private Wealth Management Association (PWMA), the Pilot Apprenticeship Programme for Private Wealth Management (the “programme”) offers internship opportunities to students who are interested in the field of private wealth management. The Programme is supported by 17 private wealth management institutions (About the Programme – Private Wealth Management Association). Since 2017, the programme had provided internship experience to over 100 HKU Business School undergraduate students.

A Graduation Celebration event was hosted on August 8, 2025 to recognize the achievement of the 8^th batch of programme graduates. On behalf of HKU Business School, Prof. Winnie Leung, Assistant Dean (Undergraduate) had attended the appreciation drink and congratulated our participating students.

Prof. Winnie Leung, Assistant Dean (Undergraduate) and HKU Business School students (from left to right – Song Yijia, Year 4, BFin(AMPB); Poon Sum Ying, Year 4, BFin(AMPB); Chan Shing Yam, Class of 2025, BBA(Acc&Fin)), who graduated from the Private Wealth Management Apprenticeship Programme this year.

One of our students, Sonia shared her internship experience:

SONG Yijia | BFin(AMPB)
Employer: EFG Bank (2024 & 2025 Summer)

“During my two-year apprenticeship at EFG Bank, I had rotations across investment products, global markets, investment counselling, credit risks, internal audit, etc. The hands-on exposure—from building financial models and conducting due diligence to collaborating with different departments—sharpened my analytical and relationship management skills. Engaging with supportive mentors and seniors, I gained a holistic view of private wealth management and am excited to pursue a long-term career in this field.”

We look forward to future collaboration with HKMA and PWMA to nurture the next generation of Private Wealth Management professionals for Hong Kong!