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-復旦大學工商管理（國際）碩士課程踏入25週年！

是次週年慶典旨在感謝各方人士對課程的支持，及歡迎210位2023級IMBA同學加入計劃。兩位計劃的主要推動者——王于漸副校長和吳立鵬老師在典禮上致辭。過去二十五年來，港大經管學院及復旦大學管理學院的教學和管理人員辛勤投入，讓課程教學和運營維持極高品質。同時，眾多IMBA校友積極對課程進行回饋，有利計劃長遠發展。

港大-復旦IMBA課程自開辦以來長足發展，屢次穩佔國際排名前列，共同培育近六千名商界翹楚。 展望未來，兩校將持續攜手合作，致力於培養優秀人才，以迎接瞬息萬變的商業環境、共創輝煌。

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 Centre for Quantitative History of HKU Business School hosted a two-day conference on October 25-26, 2023, showcasing the latest quantitative history (QH) research carried out under the Areas of Excellence (AoE) Scheme funded by the Research Grants Council. This scheme aims to increase research collaboration. The conference brought together over 60 attendees from Asia, Europe, and North America to explore the latest trends and ideas in quantitative history on the HKU campus. It focused on four theme clusters that examined key dimensions of how China and Hong Kong reached their current positions: 1) ancient roots, 2) culture, 3) state capacity & institutions, and 4) finance, trade & Hong Kong.

The conference featured 16 ongoing research projects from the project team members and their collaborators. These projects applied the quantitative history approach, utilizing large datasets constructed from historical archives and archaeological records to reconstruct trends, and patterns, and assess causal relationships.

The conference opened with the first theme, “Ancient Roots from Quantitative Perspectives.” During the presentation on war and technology, Professor Zhiwu Chen, the Director of the Centre for Quantitative History and the Project Coordinator of the AoE project, highlighted that China offered a longstanding puzzle to historians in that its society had produced an astonishing number of inventions – including printing, the blast furnace, and gunpowder – but had never exploited them to their full potential. The second theme, “Culture, Religion, and Long-Term Consequences,” explored natural and human-created disasters using meticulously collected data, for example, the China Government Employee Database – Qing Jinshenlu (CGED-Q JSL) datasets collected by Co-PI Professor Cameron Campbell and his team of HKUST.

On the second day of the conference, the focus shifted to the theme “State Capacity, Institutions, and Development,” which was highlighted by five paper presentations, further emphasizing its popularity in the research landscape. Notably, Co-PI Professor Debin Ma of Oxford presented his 15-year research on a Millennium of Public Finance. The final theme, “Financial History, Trade, and the Rise of Hong Kong as a Financial Centre,” highlighted cutting-edge research in the field of quantitative history led by Co-PI Professor Chicheng Ma of HKU Business School. It is worth mentioning that all three papers in this cluster were either presented or co-authored by postgraduate research students, demonstrating the project team’s commitment to nurturing young scholars in this interdisciplinary research landscape. The conference also featured six research student presenters from HKU, HKUST, NUS, and Boston University.

The conference organizing committee was pleased to have four discussants join the team’s efforts to discuss the presented work. These included CQH Advisory Board member Professor Tetsuji Okazaki of the University of Tokyo, Professor Paul Seabright of the University of Toulouse, Professor Tuan-Hwee Sng of the National University of Singapore, and Professor Jin Li of HKU Business School. Their generous contributions and discussions were greatly appreciated by the team members and co-authors.

In the closing remarks, Professor Chicheng Ma, also the Associate Director of the Centre for Quantitative History, expressed gratitude to all the participating researchers for their support in strengthening interaction and collaboration in this ever-growing field. Co-PI Professor Cameron Campbell, Associate Dean of Humanities and Social Science at HKUST and the AoE-QH Team leader in external relations expressed delight, along with the team members, in the conference’s atmosphere, engagement, and presentations, ranking it among the top-tier workshops they have attended.

Stay tuned for upcoming AoE-QH events and activities in Hong Kong!

The two-day Area of Excellence-Quantitative History Conference 2023 gathered project team members (listed in alphabetical order): Zhiwu Chen (Project Coordinator), Jed O. Kaplan, Chen Lin, and Chicheng Ma from HKU; Ying Bai (CUHK); Cameron Campbell (HKUST); Zhan Lin (Renmin); William Guanglin Liu (Lingnan); and Debin Ma (Oxford), along with their collaborators, co-authors, invited discussants, and guests on the HKU campus.

Highlighting young scholar contributions: Three conference papers co-authored by postgraduates, with six student presenters from top universities.

Group Photo: Day 1 of the conference outside the historic May Hall

Group Photo: Taken before the conference participants headed off for the closing dinner.

Hi-res photos are available here “Day 1” and “Day 2”.

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，由香港大學經管學院主辦的領航論壇於香港大學陸佑堂隆重舉行。香港特別行政區創新科技及工業局局長孫東教授，國家發展與改革委員會國際合作中心主任袁鋒先生， 香港大學首席副校長、香港大學經濟及工商管理學院經濟學講座教授、黃幹亨黃英豪政治經濟學教授王于漸教授，香港大學經濟及工商管理學院院長、經濟學講座教授蔡洪濱教授，原香港特區政府財政司司長、黑石集團前大中華區主席、南豐集團董事長 、新風天域集團董事長兼聯合創辦人梁錦松先生，中國國際金融股份有限公司董事總經理黃海洲先生，香港科技園區CEO黃克強先生，野村國際（香港）董事總經理陸挺先生，香港特別行政區第七屆立法會議員、新世界集團研究部總經理洪雯女士，香港大學協理副校長、香港大學經濟及工商管理學院副院長林晨教授，香港大學協理副校長、香港青年科學院院長岑浩璋教授， 香港大學經濟及工商管理學院副院長沈海鵬教授，香港大學亞洲環球研究所亞洲環球學者計劃總監郭國全先生等領導代表出席論壇。

香港大學經濟及工商管理學院院長、經濟學講座教授蔡洪濱教授在致詞中表示國際創新科技中心是國家對香港的發展定位。粵港澳大灣區具有「一國兩制」的特殊性，加速建構跨境協同創新機制和網絡是建立國際科技創新中心的關鍵。香港大學經管學院提供最前沿的商業和技術研討，幫助理清技術變革下行業發展的軌跡，發現變局中的獨特機遇；培養更多優秀的商業人才，貢獻更多的智慧和力量；積極創新並為社會帶來正面影響。

香港特別行政區創新科技及工業局局長孫東教授與大家分享河套深港科技創新合作區如何協助打造香港國際創新科技中心。 河套深港創新合作區是粵港澳大灣區四個重大合作平台之一，也是唯一一個以科技創新為主題的平台。 合作區地理位置優越，盡享一河兩岸、一區兩園的優勢，可為建造國際創科高地提供優越的條件。 計劃積極從以下四個方面努力建設好河套園區：

第一，打造世界級的產研平台。

第二，建構具國際競爭力的產業中試轉化基地。

第三，匯聚天下的創新資源，充分利用香港背靠祖國、聯通世界的獨特優勢。

第四，開闢政策創新的試驗田。

香港將會深入參與全球創新科技的建設，全速全力地推進港深河套合作區的建設，為香港建設成為國際創新科技中心走出一條更廣闊、更燦爛的道路。

國家發展與改革委員會國際合作中心主任袁鋒先生作題為《科技協同——推動粵港澳大灣區經濟高品質發展》的主題演講。關於如何推動大灣區的科技協同，手段包括有建構開放型的協同創新生態、建立高端人才聚集地、強化產業鍊和創新鏈的協同、建構國際科技創新體制機制以外，香港如何利用好內地的製造業以及市場優勢尤其重要。國家發展與改革委員會國際合作中心將持續深化與香港大專院校的創新合作與學術研究，舉辦專題研討會、產業諮詢，共同培養企業家領軍人才等。同時也希望與香港特區政府相關部門、商會和企業開展交流合作，做好橋樑作用，促進香港和內地科技創新融合發展，共同推動國際科創中心建設。

香港大學首席副校長、香港大學經濟及工商管理學院經濟學講座教授、黃幹亨黃英豪政治經濟學教授王于漸教授帶來題為《發揮高校科研力量 培育優秀青年人才助力香港科創發展》的主題演講。香港擁有雄厚的科學研究實力，一共有5間大學躋身全球百強。香港大學作為香港第一的知名大學，具有豐富的校史和國際化教學特色，吸引了全球範圍內的學生。香港大學在培養學生的創新能力和國際視野方面具有獨特的優勢，是大灣區高等教育的重要組成部分。此外，香港大學在科學研究方面也表現出色，為大灣區的科技創新做出了重要貢獻。大學將繼續發揮自己的科研優勢，培養優秀的青年人才，為香港、大灣區、國家的發展做出更大的貢獻。

本次論壇也邀請了前香港特區政府財政司司長、黑石集團前大中華區主席、南豐集團董事長、新風天域集團董事長兼聯合創始人梁錦松先生，作題為《新情勢下如何發展》的主題演講 。圍繞香港發展問題，必須充分認識到，香港在國家發展中的獨特功能和地位不可替代，要繼續充分發揮香港的獨特優勢。要著力鞏固香港金融、貿易、航運、專業服務等傳統優勢產業，要大力提升香港創新科技、數位經濟、數位貿易、文化創意等新興產業，促進香港更融入國家大局。

隨後，原香港鳳凰衛視著名主持人謝亞芳女士主持了題為《科技創新—香港經濟發展新動能》 的高端對話。香港大學經濟及工商管理學院院長、經濟學講座教授蔡洪濱教授，香港特別行政區第七屆立法會議員、新世界集團研究部總經理洪雯女士，香港科技園公司CEO黃克強先生，香港大學協理副校長、香港青年科學院院長岑浩璋教授參與了這場對話。圍繞著「科創是否能成為香港新的增長點」、「哪些優勢可以助理香港’突圍’」、「是否可以在香港打造另一個’矽谷’」以及「高校在香港科創發展戰略中的作用」等話題展開了討論。

接著，原香港鳳凰衛視著名主持人謝亞芳女士繼續主持了題為《聯通世界——香港國際金融中心的 重要角色》的高端對話。 中國國際金融股份有限公司董事總經理黃海洲先生，野村國際（香港）董事總經理陸挺先生，香港大學協理副校長、香港大學經濟及工商管理學院副院長林晨教授，香港大學亞洲環球研究所亞洲環球學者計劃總監郭國全先生參與了討論。 對話的圍繞著「香港的國際金融中心地位如何助力其成為國際科創中心」、「中美博弈對香港資本市場的影響」、「香港金融市場的新動能是什麼」展開了討論。

在「一國兩制」下，香港作為國家的國際金融中心，匯聚海內外資金和頂級金融機構和人才，融資管道多元豐富，規則和製度深受國際投資者信任，能在這方面作出積極和 獨特的貢獻。金融科技正好匯聚香港金融服務傳統優勢和創新科技新興發展的橋樑。相信未來香港的優勢將能更充份發揮，謀求更美好的發展、發掘更多的商機、創造亮麗的前景。

是夜，領航工程策略企業家計畫歡迎晚宴暨二期開學典禮圓滿舉辦。香港大學經濟及工商管理學院院長、經濟學講座教授蔡洪濱教授，國家發展與改革委員會國際合作中心主任袁鋒先生，香港交易所董事總經理、首席中國經濟學家巴曙松教授，世紀城市集團副主席及執行董事、富豪酒店集團副主席兼董事總經理、可持續科技學院創辦人羅寶文女士，野村國際（香港）董事總經理陸挺先生，香港大學協理副校長、香港大學經濟及工商管理學院副院長林晨教授，香港大學政治學教授、當代中國與世界研究中心主任李成教授等嘉賓出席晚宴。

香港大學經濟及工商管理學院院長
經濟學講座教授蔡洪濱教授致辭

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