HKCGI Corporate Governance Paper Competition and Presentation Awards 2024
We are pleased to announce that our student team excelled in the HKCGI Corporate Governance Paper Competition and Presentation Awards 2024. The team secured 1st Runner-up in the Paper Writing Competition, 1st Runner-up in the Paper Presentation Competition, and coveted the Audience’s Favourite Team Award.
The theme of this year’s competition is “Overcoming Governance Obstacles in NGO Administration”. It aimed to promote the importance of good governance among local undergraduate students and provide them with a platform to research, write, and present their findings and innovative solutions on the theme.
Our student team demonstrated exceptional analytical and presentation skills, earning 1st runner-up across both the Paper Writing Competition and the Paper Presentation Competition. Congratulations!
Learn more about the competition: https://www.hkcgi.org.hk/news-event/cg-paper-competition
1st Runner-up (Paper Writing Competition)
1st Runner-up (Paper Presentation Competition)
Audience’s Favourite Team Award
Mr. Au Tsun Ming, BBA(Law)&LLB, Year 4
Mr. Chan Man Kit, BBA(Law)&LLB, Year 4
Miss Wu Hong Ni, BBA(Law)&LLB, Year 4
Miss Yeung Yi, BBA(Law)&LLB, Year 4
Student Sharing:
“The competition was an intense yet deeply rewarding experience that tested my knowledge and understanding of governance, as well as my ability to work in a team under pressure. Our team spent weeks refining our approach, balancing theoretical frameworks with practical insights to deliver actionable recommendations. Presenting to corporate governance professionals was a nerve-wracking but invaluable opportunity as it pushed us to ensure that our ideas were fully functional and could effectively tackle governance challenges in NGOs. This competition strengthened my problem-solving and communication skills, as well as my passion for business strategy. Overall, it was a meaningful and fruitful journey that I truly value.”
By Mr. Au Tsun Ming
“The competition served as a powerful catalyst in my academic and personal development. My team and I engaged in an intensive, months-long process of dissecting contemporary challenges in NGO governance. We adopted a stringent theoretical framework, primarily drawing upon Stakeholder and Stewardship theories, to structure our analysis. This allowed us to move beyond surface-level observations and delve into the fundamental principles of accountability and mission-focused that define effective non-profit organisations.
Our approach was not purely academic; we were committed to applying this framework to real-world scenarios. We scrutinised not only the strategic direction of various NGOs but also their programmatic outcomes to assess the real-world impact of their governance structures on mission fulfilment. A crucial part of our methodology was to anticipate the rigorous scrutiny of the judges. We constantly challenged our assumptions, preparing for detailed questions about our analytical process, the operational feasibility of our proposals, and the originality of our insights. This foresight pushed us to develop solutions that were not only innovative and practical but also sustainable and deeply aligned with the core values of the non-profit sector.
This journey was more than an academic exercise; it was a simulation of high-stakes problem-solving for mission-driven organisations. The experience has profoundly deepened my understanding of NGO governance, honed my analytical and presentation skills, and solidified my ability to thrive in a collaborative and adaptable team environment. The intellectual rigour and practical application demanded by the competition have ignited a fervent desire to continue exploring the complexities of non-profit governance with renewed passion and commitment.”
By Mr. Chan Man Kit
“Participating in the competition was an incredibly enriching and rewarding experience. My team and I poured months of research, critical analysis, and teamwork into crafting a paper that not only addressed contemporary corporate governance challenges but also proposed innovative, practical solutions. This journey deepened my understanding of corporate governance, honed my research and presentation skills, and reinforced the importance of teamwork and adaptability. The experience has motivated me to continue exploring corporate governance with even greater passion and commitment.”
By Miss Wu Hong Ni
“It was an incredibly enriching experience. It provided me with a unique platform to deepen my understanding of corporate governance while honing my research, analytical, and presentation skills. Collaborating with my team to address complex real-world issues allowed me to think critically and creatively, while the competition’s rigorous standards pushed me to strive for excellence. Presenting our ideas to industry professionals was both challenging and rewarding, offering invaluable insights and feedback that will undoubtedly benefit my personal and professional growth.”
By Miss Yeung Yi
