The highly anticipated 211th Congregation Ceremony of HKU Business School took place at the Grand Hall, Centennial Campus, The University of Hong Kong. This momentous event, spanning five sessions on December 3 and 4, 2023, created a truly special occasion for all involved.

One of the highlights of the Congregation Ceremony was an inspiring speech delivered by our esteemed Dean, Professor Hongbin Cai. As the graduands prepared to venture into the dynamic business world, they were reminded of his insightful words: “Uphold your principles, stay true to your inner compass, and firmly believe that doing good is the surest path to long-term success. Utilize your talents and influence to champion ethical business practices, social responsibility, and sustainability. Be leaders who inspire and empower others, and work tirelessly to create a world that is fair, just, and inclusive.”

The votes of thanks were delivered by the graduand representatives, Marco Caruso, Dr Wang Dan, Kelvin Wong, Kejia Liu and Noc Choi. They expressed their heartfelt gratitude to the faculty, staff, families and friends for their unwavering support throughout their academic journey. Their words resonated with the audience, capturing the essence of the challenges faced, the triumphs achieved, and their optimistic and forward-looking mindset as they embrace the opportunities that lie ahead.

We are incredibly delighted to have received over 3,800 attendees, including 1,500 graduands who are now ready to embark on the next chapter of their lives, and 2,300 esteemed guests who came to show their support and celebrate this remarkable milestone.

Dean’s speech to graduates

HKU Business School, together with The HKU Business School Alumni Association and HKU iCube, was pleased and honored to host the distinguished Dr. Weijian Shan for a captivating “Meet the Author” book talk on the evening of December 1. Dr. Shan discussed his latest book, “Money Machine – A Trailblazing American Venture in China”, which provides an intriguing insider’s perspective on one of the most significant private equity deals in the industry’s history: the first and only foreign acquisition of a Chinese national bank. His other well-received previous books include “Out of Gobi: My Story of China and America” and “Money Games: The Inside Story of How American Dealmakers Saved Korea’s Most Iconic Bank”. Dr. Shan, who transformed from a barefoot doctor in the Gobi during the Cultural Revolution to a world-leading private equity titan, delivered an enlightening presentation. He was also a former professor at the Wharton School. The event also featured a captivating fireside chat moderated by our Dean, Professor Cai Hongbin. It was particularly exciting to see the attendance of numerous Wharton alumni, who had the opportunity to connect with our own students and graduates. Will this be Dr. Shan’s final book? We surely hope not and eagerly await to hear what’s in store for Dr. Shan’s next chapter. We express our gratitude for the support from the Wharton Club of Hong Kong. 

Delivering quality education to nurture future leaders is an integral part of the Faculty’s mission. Every year, the Faculty recognises teachers with outstanding achievements and significant contributions in teaching and student learning through the Faculty Teaching Award Scheme. The award-winners for the academic year 2022-23 are:

Faculty Outstanding Teacher Award (Undergraduate Teaching)

Dr. Alex CHAN
Associate Professor of Teaching

“Every student is a distinctive individual learner. They have their own strengths and needs in their learning journey. I do my best to recognize individual students and understand their individual learning progress and needs. A good understanding about individual students is the basic for a teacher to effectively provide appropriate personalized support and encouragement to individual students to enhance their learning interests and commitment. Building relationships with students based on good understanding, mutual respect and trust are the foundation for me to develop an effective teaching and learning environment to guide my students to experience their rewarding learning journeys.”

Professor Yuna CHO
Assistant Professor

“I am grateful to receive the Faculty Outstanding Teaching Award for Undergraduate Teaching this year. As someone who has benefited from the transformative power of education and experienced diverse classrooms across different institutions, I have a strong commitment to facilitating equally transformative learning experiences for my students. In teaching Principles of Management, I strive to integrate science-based insights that both build upon and challenge conventional wisdom. I enjoy translating academic research to resonate with a business-minded audience and have found that incorporating real-world business scenarios and cases encourages students to think critically and move beyond the seemingly “obvious” takeaways.”

Mr. David LEE
Associate Professor of Teaching

“Teaching remains an immense privilege in my life. Though active learning and authentic student engagement are a core aspect of my teaching practice, recent events ranging from pandemic to economic volatility to armed conflict have reinforced to me the important project we are all engaged in at educational institutions. Through the informational, and more importantly, the transformational learning that occurs in our classrooms and on our campus, we are preparing our students to navigate and lead amidst the uncertainty that they will likely encounter. This profound responsibility requires us to foster connectedness and meaning in our learning spaces. This is the challenge and the hope of what we do as teachers.”

Dr. Christina NG
Principal Lecturer

“I am honoured to receive the Faculty Outstanding Teacher Award (Undergraduate Teaching) again for the academic year 2022/23.  This is the second time that I have received this accolade from HKU, and I am grateful for the Faculty’s continual recognition of my dedication to and enthusiasm for teachings.

It has been my privilege to teach and share my experience with my students who are from the top business programmes in Hong Kong.  Working in academia for almost 30 years, it has always been rewarding and motivating to witness my students to grow and succeed in the legal, business, accounting and other industries.  I will adhere to my teaching philosophy and continue with my quality teachings.”

Faculty Outstanding Teacher Award (Postgraduate Teaching)

Professor Christine CHAN
Professor

“Teaching has been an immensely rewarding experience. I believe that every student is a capable learner; my role is to spark their curiosity. I engage students in role-play activities and group projects that simulate complex business challenges. This learner-centered teaching approach empowers students to benefit from one another’s experiences and areas of expertise. I am honored to receive the Faculty Outstanding Teacher Award, which reflects the collective efforts of our dedicated students and supportive colleagues, and I am committed to working alongside them to continually improve students’ learning outcomes.”

Professor Feng TIAN
Assistant Professor

“Teaching excellence, to me, is a journey of dedication to students’ growth. By fostering a student-centered environment and embracing experiential learning, I aim to empower my students with skills and real-world cases. The invaluable feedback from my students not only fuels my commitment but also highlights the impact of a relaxed yet engaging teaching style. With a focus on patience and attentiveness, I strive to create a supportive atmosphere. This award reflects the collective efforts of students, mentors, and peers who have shaped my teaching philosophy. I am deeply honored to be recognized and am excited to continue on this journey.”

Professor Xin WANG
Professor

“I am honored to have been awarded the Teaching Excellence Award. My approach to teaching excellence, particularly in Master of Accounting courses, centers around connecting theoretical concepts with practical scenarios. Given that many master’s students lack working experience, I have found that using examples from HKU operations proves particularly effective. For instance, I illustrate resource allocation issues by optimizing the use of classroom resources, and I address goal congruence issues by reconciling program-level goals with school-level goals. When discussing the design of transfer pricing mechanisms within the organization, I utilize a similar scenario of cross-program course enrollment schemes to explain how accounting students’ selection of elective courses offered by other programs impacts internal transfer pricing within our HKU Business School. By leveraging practical examples and scenarios, I aim to equip students with the skills and insights necessary for their future careers in accounting. I firmly believe that by mapping course content to real-world incentive issues, students can better understand the relevance and applicability of their learning.”

Professor Zhengli WANG
Assistant Professor

“It has been a great honor to receive the award, and I want to express my gratitude to my students for their kind words in the teaching evaluation. I would also like to extend thanks to my colleagues for their shared teaching experiences, and to my teaching assistants and HKU staffs for their dedicated support in ensuring the smooth delivery of the courses. Teaching at HKU has helped me learnt to improve my teaching effectiveness, communication skills and student engagement ability. I hope to continue equipping students with the knowledge and tools they need, who will become future leaders of important institutions worldwide.”

Faculty Teaching Innovation Award

Dr. Chao DING
Principal Lecturer

“As a trained educator in the Information Systems discipline, I am a staunch advocate for technology-driven teaching approaches. By utilizing effective tools such as Microsoft Forms, Google Jamboard, and ChatGPT, we can encourage students from diverse backgrounds to engage in class activities, foster various types of interactions, and greatly address fairness concerns. Each course presents its own unique challenges, but embracing innovation and customizing our approach can play a crucial role in overcoming these obstacles and enhancing the overall learning experience.”

Faculty Special Contribution Teaching Award

Professor Anna WONG
Professor of Practice in Finance

“It is my honor to receive this year’s Faculty Special Contribution Teaching Award.  As a finance industry practitioner becoming a Professor of Practice, my competence is the knowledge of the industry.  My students heard me say: “I don’t want to be just your teacher as you will forget everything I taught as soon as you walk out of the examination hall, but I like to be your coach and your mentor to help you navigate through your journey.”

Yes, we need to be “academic” as we are a university, but we equally need to prepare our students to be ready.  It is my goal to equip them to know what they want, to equip them to know what the industry wants and connect them to the industry.

I have witnessed three batches of AMPB graduates seeing their growth and their change over the years from a freshman to where they land on their first job.  This is the best reward and award for me.”

AMPB provides students with opportunities to meet senior practitioners from the industry.  AMPB held two events in the first semester 2023-2024.

Meeting with the Head of Institutional Sales at FIDELITY

On 31^st October, we had the privilege of hosting Ms. Stella Xu, Head of China Institutional Sales and Ms. Alice Wong, Client Director of Institutional Sales at Fidelity.

(From left) Ms. Alice Wong of Fidelity; Prof. Anna Wong of HKU; Ms. Stella Xu of Fidelity

Ms. Xu shared her journey, emphasizing that the starting point of one’s career doesn’t necessarily determine where you settle.  Her personal experience serves as a powerful reminder that, with the right attitude, dedication and commitment, it is possible to ascend the career ladder regardless of where one starts.

Ms. Wong, on the other hand, shared a compelling story from her early career days stating how she get her boss’ trust.  She highlighted that diligence, persistence and work ethics are important as you grow in your career.

Meeting with the Head of Listed Structured Products at JP MORGAN

On 29th November, Mr. Cedric Cheung, Managing Director and Head of Listed Structured Products Sales for Asia at J.P. Morgan joined us at the second Meeting the Practitioners Series.  

(Left) Mr. Cedric Cheung of J.P. Morgan

Mr. Cheung is an outstanding HKU FBE alumnus.  He shared with us what is listed warrants and JPM’s positioning in the market.  He emphasized the importance of staying informed about the industry, developing a strong network and continuously improving one’s skills. The discussion was very interactive with our students asking thought-provoking questions.

Students at both sessions have learnt a lot from the senior executives.  Stay tuned for the next round of Meeting the Practitioners Series in the second semester.

恭喜港大-复旦大学工商管理（国际）硕士课程踏入25周年！

是次周年庆典旨在感谢各方人士对课程的支持，及欢迎210位2023级IMBA同学加入计划。两位计划的主要推动者——王于渐副校长和吴立鹏老师在典礼上致辞。过去二十五年来，港大经管学院及复旦大学管理学院的教学和管理人员辛勤投入，让课程教学和运营维持极高品质。同时，众多IMBA校友积极对课程进行回馈，有利计划长远发展。

港大-复旦IMBA课程自开办以来长足发展，屡次稳占国际排名前列，共同培育近六千名商界翘楚。展望未来，两校将持续携手合作，致力于培养优秀人才，以迎接瞬息万变的商业环境、共创辉煌。

一眾嘉賓開啟港大-復旦IMBA課程25週年慶典儀式

香港大學首席副校長、經濟學講座教授、黃幹亨黃英豪基金會政治經濟學教授、計畫創辦人王于漸教授致辭

復旦大學管理學院顧問、計畫創辦人吳立鵬教授致辭

港大經管學院院長、經濟學講授教授、中國經濟研究所主任蔡洪濱教授致辭

復旦大學管理學院院長陸雄文教授致詞

上海市第十五屆人民代表大會常務委員會委員、財政經濟委員會主任委員、港大-復旦IMBA課程1999級校友戴柳先生致辭

香港大學中國事務協理副校長黃依倩女士

本港大經管學院榮休及榮譽教授張介教授

復旦大學管理學院副院長孫一民教授

港大經管學院副院長沈海鵬教授

復旦大學管理學院副院長殷志文教授

活動回顧：

The New Century Elite Development Programme 2023 hosted by the Kowloon Chamber of Commerce. The competition aimed to empower and connect future business leaders and facilitate networking opportunities for students in mainland China, Taiwan, Hong Kong, and Macau. The final competition brought together students from prestigious institutions such as Cambridge, Imperial College London, CUHK GBUS, HKUST, and HKU.

This year, the competition topic is: The global expansion strategy and plan for Cosway from 2023 to 2033 – how to leverage social digitalization on the modernization of business expansion and networking.

The competition consisted of two rounds, where teams presented their ideas to a panel of judges, including the CEO of Cosway, and answered their questions. From the preliminary round, the top 10 teams were selected and then reconfigured through a lucky draw, resulting in the original HKU team being disbanded and reassigned to new teams with other participants for the final competition held in Malaysia.

Website / Image URL:
https://www.kccedp.com/about-programme-%E9%97%9C%E6%96%BC%E8%A8%88%E5%8A%83

Award(s):
2nd Runner Up

Awardees:
Mr. Li Chun Huen Edward, BBA(Law)&LLB, Year 2 

Students Sharing:

“The New Century Elite Development Programme 2023 was incredibly eye-opening. I had the pleasure of working with stellar teammates and knowledgeable industry mentors, both of which contributed to our eventual success. I appreciated the rare opportunity to interact with the CEO of Cosway Malaysia and delve into the company’s vision prior to the competition. It was a truly unique learning experience, unlike any other competition I’ve been in.”

(By LI Chun Huen Edward)

The Lazaridis International Case Conference (LazICC) 2023 was organised and hosted entirely by the Lazaridis School of Business and Economics, Wilfrid Laurier University.

LazICC, is an annual business-technology themed case conference attracted teams from respected schools around the globe. LazICC aims to provide students with opportunities to learn from industry experts, compete with top international business schools, and network with professionals from innovative organizations. Teams will have the chance to gain a deeper understanding of how new technology influences businesses, showcase their business acumen and teamwork in case competitions, and participate in various networking events.

The competition consisted of a 5-hour and 24-hour case competition against some of the best schools in the world.

Website / Image URL:
https://www.lazicc.com/

Award(s):
2^nd Place

Awardees:

Ms. Li Sing Yee, BBA(IS), Year 4
Mr. Chan Wan Chit, BEcon&Fin, Year 3
Mr. Tsang Chun Wai, BBA(Law)&LLB, Year 5
Ms. Chan Chun Yan Natalie, BBA(Law)&LLB, Year 3

Faculty Advisor:
Dr. Winnie Leung

Case Competition Coach:
Ms. Pinto Rasika Tasdyata (Pipin)

Students Sharing:

“I am immensely thankful for another opportunity to represent HKU Business School in an international case competition. I must also express my gratitude to Dr. Winnie Leung and Pipin for their insightful feedback throughout the competition journey.

We had to solve a 5-hour and a 24-hour case, necessitating different approaches in terms of problem-solving, research and time allocation. Under the immense time constraint, we cooperated well and utilised our respective strengths.  Both cases concerned the application of technologies in the financial services industry, with the 24-hour case also involving ESG. Hence, we needed to examine future trends to formulate innovative solutions, which was challenging but rewarding.

The competition also offered learning opportunities like Tech Talks, as well as various social events during which we bonded with bright competitors from all over the world.”

(By TSANG Chun Wai Donald)

“Representing HKU Business School along with my 3 extremely bright teammates in LazICC 2023 was definitely one of the best times as a HKU student. Regardless of winning or losing, participating in LazICC was truly rewarding in terms of learning experience and friendship. I couldn’t have done it without our coach’s and advisor’s feedback and my teammates’ trust in my abilities. Best of all, I have developed lifelong friendships, and not for a single second do I regret participating in LazICC 2023.

Things I learned through preparing for and participating in LazICC 2023 include: financial modeling (which is important to show the feasibility of recommended strategies); thinking about strategies on a deeper level, e.g., unit economics, implementation, impact (as opposed to only on a high level).”

(By CHAN Wan Chit Vinci)

“Participating in the LazICC 2023 and securing 2nd place was a transformative experience that left an indelible mark on my personal and professional growth. Throughout the competition, I had the privilege of working closely with a dedicated team. The complex business cases enabled our team to sharpen our analytical skills, while reinforcing the significance of time management and communication abilities.

The international aspect of the competition provided us with the unique opportunity to network with individuals from around the world. I am immensely thankful for our coach and faculty members who supported us along the way. I look forward to applying the valuable lessons learned to future endeavors, where innovative problem-solving and effective collaboration remain at the forefront of my approach to challenges in life.”

(By CHAN Chun Yan Natalie)

“It is my honour to represent HKU Business School to join LazICC 2023. I would like to thank our coach, Pipin and my best teammates, Donald, Natalie and Vinci. Without them, it would be impossible to win the 2nd place. I am glad that HKU Business School gives me this chance to exchange ideas with other teams around the world and build friendships during various social events. The most unforgettable one is definitely the 24-hour case, in which we try to give creative and feasible solutions on sustainability. We tried very hard on research and financials to ensure we can impress the judges during the presentation. After this amazing experience, I will definitely do this again if I have a chance. The learning from all other competitors, the friendship built along and the social events I participated with people from different backgrounds are something I will remember forever.”

(By LI Sing Yee Agnes)

The gathering was an enriching blend of perspectives as alumni shared their personal experiences at the University and their paths to professional success.  For the Year 1 and Year 2 students, this was an insightful opportunity to listen “first-hand”, the insights from the alumni provided a realistic glimpse into what the industry demands and the potential rewards of a career in finance, especially in asset management and private banking.

They spoke of long hours, the need for continuous learning and the critical importance of building strong professional networks.  They shared tips on what skills to develop, how to make the most of your time at the university and how to effectively handle job interviews.

A big thanks to the participating alumni. Your sharings have provided practical advice, inspiration and motivation to our youngsters at the very early stage of their career journey.

10月20日，由香港大学经管学院主办的领航论坛于香港大学陆佑堂隆重举行。香港特别行政区创新科技及工业局局长孙东教授，国家发展和改革委员会国际合作中心主任袁锋先生，香港大学首席副校长、香港大学经济及工商管理学院经济学讲座教授、黄乾亨黄英豪政治经济学教授王于渐教授，香港大学经济及工商管理学院院长、经济学讲座教授蔡洪滨教授，原香港特区政府财政司司长、黑石集团前大中华区主席、南丰集团董事长、新风天域集团董事长兼联合创始人梁锦松先生，中国国际金融股份有限公司董事总经理黄海洲先生，香港科技园公司CEO黄克强先生，野村国际（香港）董事总经理陆挺先生，香港特别行政区第七届立法会议员、新世界集团研究部总经理洪雯女士，香港大学协理副校长、香港大学经济及工商管理学院副院长林晨教授，香港大学协理副校长、香港青年科学院院长岑浩璋教授，香港大学经济及工商管理学院副院长沈海鹏教授，香港大学亚洲环球研究所亚洲环球学者计划总监郭国全先生等领导代表出席论坛。

香港大学经济及工商管理学院院长、经济学讲座教授蔡洪滨教授在致辞中表示国际创新科技中心是国家对香港的发展定位。粤港澳大湾区具有“一国两制”的特殊性，加速构建跨境协同创新机制和网络是建设国际科技创新中心的关键。香港大学经管学院提供最前沿的商业和技术研讨，帮助理清技术变革下行业发展的轨迹，发现变局中的独特机遇；培养更多优秀的商业人才，贡献更多的智慧和力量；积极创新并为社会带来正面影响。

香港特别行政区创新科技及工业局局长孙东教授与大家分享河套深港科技创新合作区如何助力打造香港国际创新科技中心。河套深港创新合作区是粤港澳大湾区四个重大合作平台之一，也是唯一一个以科技创新为主题的平台。合作区地理位置优越，尽享一河两岸、一区两园的优势，可为建设国际创科高地提供优越的条件。计划积极从以下四个方面努力建设好河套园区：

第一，打造世界级的产学研平台。

第二，构建具国际竞争力的产业中试转化基地。

第三，汇聚天下的创新资源，充分利用香港背靠祖国、联通世界的独特优势。

第四，开辟政策创新的试验田。

香港将会深度参与全球创新科技的建设，全速全力地推进港深河套合作区的建设，为香港建设成为国际创新科技中心走出一条更广阔、更灿烂的道路。

国家发展和改革委员会国际合作中心主任袁锋先生作题为《科技协同——推动粤港澳大湾区经济高质量发展》的主题演讲。关于如何推动大湾区的科技协同，手段包括有构建开放型的协同创新生态、建设高端人才聚集地、强化产业链和创新链的协同、构建国际科技创新体制机制以外，香港如何利用好内地的制造业以及市场优势尤为重要。国家发展和改革委员会国际合作中心会继续深化与香港高校的创新合作与学术研究，召开专题研讨会、产业咨询，共同培养企业家领军人才等。同时也希望与香港特区政府有关部门、商协会和企业开展交流合作，做好桥梁作用，促进香港和内地科技创新融合发展，共同推动国际科创中心建设。

香港大学首席副校长、香港大学经济及工商管理学院经济学讲座教授、黄乾亨黄英豪政治经济学教授王于渐教授带来题为《发挥高校科研力量 培育优秀青年人才 助力香港科创发展》的主题演讲。香港拥有雄厚的科研实力，一共有5间大学跻身全球百强。香港大学作为香港第一的知名大学，具有丰富的校史和国际化教学特色，吸引了全球范围内的学生。香港大学在培养学生的创新能力和国际视野方面具有独特的优势，是大湾区高等教育的重要组成部分。此外，香港大学在科研方面也表现出色，为大湾区的科技创新做出了重要贡献。高校将继续发挥自己的科研优势，培养优秀的青年人才，为香港、大湾区、国家的发展做出更大的贡献。

本次论坛还邀请了原香港特区政府财政司司长、黑石集团前大中华区主席、南丰集团董事长、新风天域集团董事长兼联合创始人梁锦松先生，作题为《新形势下如何发展》的主旨演讲。围绕香港发展问题，必须充分认识到，香港在国家发展中的独特功能和地位不可替代，要继续充分发挥香港的独特优势。要着力巩固香港金融、贸易、航运、专业服务等传统优势产业，要大力提升香港创新科技、数字经济、数字贸易、文化创意等新兴产业，促进香港更好融入国家大局。

随后，原香港凤凰卫视著名主持人谢亚芳女士主持了题为《科技创新——香港经济发展新动能》的高端对话。香港大学经济及工商管理学院院长、经济学讲座教授蔡洪滨教授，香港特别行政区第七届立法会议员、新世界集团研究部总经理洪雯女士，香港科技园公司CEO黄克强先生，香港大学协理副校长、香港青年科学院院长岑浩璋教授参与了此次对话。围绕“科创是否能成为香港新的增长点”、“哪些优势可以助理香港’突围’”、“是否可以在香港打造另一个‘硅谷’”以及“高校在香港科创发展战略中的作用”等话题展开了讨论。

接着，原香港凤凰卫视著名主持人谢亚芳女士继续主持了题为《联通世界——香港国际金融中心的重要角色》的高端对话。中国国际金融股份有限公司董事总经理黄海洲先生，野村国际（香港）董事总经理陆挺先生，香港大学协理副校长、香港大学经济及工商管理学院副院长林晨教授，香港大学亚洲环球研究所亚洲环球学者计划总监郭国全先生参与了讨论。对话的围绕着“香港的国际金融中心地位如何助力其成为国际科创中心”、“中美博弈对香港资本市场的影响”、“香港金融市场的新动能是什么”展开了讨论。

在“一国两制”下，香港作为国家的国际金融中心，汇聚海内外资金和顶级金融机构和人才，融资渠道多元丰富，规则和制度深受国际投资者信任，能在这方面作出积极和独特的贡献。金融科技正好汇聚香港金融服务传统优势和创新科技新兴发展的桥梁。相信在未来香港的优势将能更充份发挥，谋求更美好的发展、发掘更多的商机、创造亮丽的前景。

是夜，领航工程战略企业家项目欢迎晚宴暨二期开学典礼圆满举办。香港大学经济及工商管理学院院长、经济学讲座教授蔡洪滨教授，国家发展和改革委员会国际合作中心主任袁锋先生，香港交易所董事总经理、首席中国经济学家巴曙松教授，世纪城市集团副主席及执行董事、富豪酒店集团副主席兼董事总经理、可持续科技学院创办人罗宝文女士，野村国际（香港）董事总经理陆挺先生，香港大学协理副校长、香港大学经济及工商管理学院副院长林晨教授，香港大学政治学教授、当代中国与世界研究中心主任李成教授等嘉宾出席晚宴。

香港大学经济及工商管理学院院长
经济学讲座教授蔡洪滨教授致辞

香港交易所董事总经理
首席中国经济学家巴曙松教授致辞

世纪城市集团副主席及执行董事
富豪酒店集团副主席兼董事总经理
可持续科技学院创办人罗宝文女士致辞

领航二期启动仪式

精彩回顾：

Partnering with Hong Kong Cyberport Management Company Limited (Cyberport) and the AICPA & CIMA, Venture into Future Career (VFC) was first introduced in 2020 and served as an exclusive programme for HKU Business School’s Undergraduate Students.

The VFC Programme aims to support our future young talents in the following:

• Providing career advice and coaching to students; and
• Sparking career-oriented conversation between students and seasoned industry leaders; and
• Helping students obtain industry’s first-hand information, identify career interests, develop and plan their career in future

During the last 3 VFC cohorts, we have nurtured a total of 115 students from the Faculty. Under the professional guidance of Faculty members, seasonal speakers and industry leaders, as well as the practicum opportunities offered by start-ups at Cyberport, students have obtained valuable insights and are better equipped for their continuous exploration of future careers.

On October 5 2023, The Venture into Future Career Programme 2023-24 Opening Ceremony in HKU iCube to welcome its 4^th cohort and celebrate this important moment with our dedicated programme partners. In this new cohort, a total of 50 students from 9 programmes have been selected. All students are thrilled and excited to embark on their journey to receive guidance and training as well as meet with seasonal business practitioners from different industries.

Group picture with guests and VFC 2023-24 students