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CITY UNIVERSITY OF HONG KONG Social commitment
John Brennan
THE HONG KONG UNIVERSITY OF SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY Quality and quantity Chris Davis
HONG KONG BAPTIST UNIVERSITY Holistic learning Andy Wong
THE UNIVERSITY OF HONG KONG Practicality in popular degrees Wilson Lau
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THE HONG KONG POLYTECHNIC UNIVERSITY Contributing to society Andy Wong
LINGNAN UNIVERSITY A liberal arts perspective John Brennan
THE EDUCATION UNIVERSITY OF HONG KONG Fit to teach Chris Davis
CAREERS CEO for a month Chris Davis
THE CHINESE UNIVERSITY OF HONG KONG Finding balance
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Joshua Wong Dr Wong Hau San Dr Andy Chun Mon-wai
Social commitment CityU’s flexible degrees prepare students for different career paths, writes John Brennan
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r Anna Hui Na-na, associate professor at the department of applied social sciences at City University of Hong Kong (CityU), says that CityU’s bachelor of social sciences programme is special. “Other universities in Hong Kong are more discipline-based, but we have created a more inter-disciplinary environment,” Hui says. CityU has been committed to the social sciences for many years. The institution has been developing its social work programme for a quarter of a century, and this year marks further refinements to the structure of the courses on offer.
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“This year, we have changed the admissions system to one of departmental admission,” Hui explains. Students will enter the department without having already declared a major.
have some knowledge of psychology when they are helping mentally-ill clients,” she says. “Similarly, psychologists offering psychotherapy to their patients need to understand the social welfare system.”
“In Year One, they will study psychology, sociology and the social welfare system as their common core. After the first year, they declare which major they are interested in. The three options are psychology, applied sociology and criminology, and social work,” she says.
Successful graduates from CityU’s social sciences in social work programme are sufficiently qualified to become registered social workers. The government funded degree has consistently lead graduates to prosperous careers with high levels of job security, Hui notes.
Hui thinks this structure will benefit graduates throughout their careers. “Social workers, for example, need to
“Within the field of social work, graduates have a wide range of choices. They can serve families, children,
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Other universities in Hong Kong are more discipline-based, but we have created a more inter-disciplinary environment DR ANNA HUI NA-NA
senior citizens, drug addicts, or victims of physical abuse,” she adds. To prepare students for a career in social work, the programme incorporates a significant amount of practical training. The same applies to the rest of CityU’s social science programmes. “Sociology and criminology are, again, general degrees but our graduates have some special career choices. For example, because they study criminal behaviour, criminology students often join the police, the correctional service, or the immigration or customs services,” Hui says. The CityU degree in criminology and sociology is the only bachelor’s degree in Hong Kong funded by the University Grants Committee. According to Hui, criminologists also need interdisciplinary knowledge. For instance, the chances of successfully tackling criminal behaviour and its surrounding motivations are improved drastically by a strong background in psychology. This broader perspective can some-
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times lead students to ask important questions, such as “whether there’s something wrong with the whole system rather than just the individual,” she says.
puter science, says the department’s curriculum has unique elements that distinguish it from the rest of Hong Kong’s computer science programmes.
Some sociology and criminology graduates go on to work with NGOs, as advocates for social or political causes. “Majors in psychology will usually be employed in academic fields, such as research.” A career in human resources is also a possibility, she adds.
In Year One, students cover the fundamentals of computer science, alongside more general science courses. But Year Two, Wong says, is exceptional in nature. “Students can specialise in one of our specific study streams,” he says. Streams include information security, multimedia computing, software engineering and project management. The department recently added a new stream, data science, in light of the increased importance of big data, Wong notes.
Students enrolled in CityU’s computer science programmes are also given a variety of career choices, especially with the incredible rate that technology is improving. Dr. Wong Hau San, CityU associate head and associate professor at the department of com-
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Dr Andy Chun Hon-wai, associate professor at the CityU department of
computer science, says Year Three is also unique. “We are the only university in Hong Kong that has a mandatory placement programme,” Chun says. “At CityU, students not only learn technical skills, they also gain a year of valuable, real-world experience.” Organisations participating in these paid placements have included HSBC, Disneyland, and IBM. “The final year project is like a capstone in American universities,” says Chun. “Students put everything they’ve learned into a tangible artifact, such as computer software, to prove they can design, implement, test, and demonstrate a final product by themselves.” Wong says the chance to study outside of Hong Kong has been anoth-
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Anyone considering applying to CityU’s computer science programme should understand that it is a challenging, but extremely rewarding course JOSHUA WONG
er strong attraction for students. “The department runs an overseas exchange programme, so students can spend a semester at an overseas university,” he says. “We also offer month-long summer-school study abroad programmes, for instance, in Britain.” On an even larger scale, CityU runs a double degree programme in collaboration with Columbia University in the US. Joshua Wong, a final year student in the computer science programme at CityU, is already thinking ahead. “I’m planning on postgraduate study, and I think I will apply to a foreign university,” he says.
experience. The university sponsored us for 60 per cent of the cost,” he adds. Joshua, who worked at HKEX in his third year, says the placement programme is useful because it can help students decide what they want to do. “I found that there’s not much space for being creative within a big organisation. If I can get on to post-graduate programme, I would like to work in a start-up afterwards,” he says. Joshua reminds interested applicants that “anyone considering applying to CityU’s computer science programme should understand that it is a challenging, but extremely rewarding course.”
The CityU programme has had many highlights, he says: “I went to the US during the summer to get big data
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Quality and quantity HKUST offers cutting-edge courses related to finance and the environment, reports Chris Davis
EMVT students aim to meaningfully address environmental problems
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Esther Tsang
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he Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (HKUST) has a myriad of prestigious degrees, with the four-year Bachelor of Science in quantitative finance (QFIN), and four-year Bachelor of Science in environmental management and technology (EVMT) being two that stand out. The programmes equip students with the skills needed to explore career opportunities generated by developments in their respective fields. According to Professor Paul Forster, EVMT programme co-director, the programme reflects a global shift in attitudes towards the environment. Forster says when US President Barack Obama and President Xi Jinping ratified the climate change agreement at the recent G20 meeting, it showed that environmental concerns have become a priority. “EVMT graduates’ employment prospects are very good, and getting better,” says Forster. Graduates are finding jobs in corporations, government consultancies, NGOs, and are also continuing their studies in academia, he notes. Forster says the idea to launch the EVMT programme came about in 2007-2008, when members of the science, engineering, business and social sciences faculties decided that HKUST needed to train young people to meaningfully address environ-
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mental problems. The professor says that because environmental problems don’t respect academic boundaries, the solution had to be interdisciplinary. “Ocean, air, climate, corporations, and society all have interconnected problems. They are so complex, that they become wickedly difficult to solve,” says Forster. The intent behind the programme was not to create a specialised degree on the environment, but to research more thoroughly how mainstream society, corporations, and governments can make positive changes, he adds. “We talked to governments, NGOs, banks, utilities, and start-ups, and asked them what skills they needed to solve their environmental problems,” says Forster. “We designed the programme around those skills, and created some very cool courses.” Students enrolled in the high-profile programme have interned with AECOM, Bloomberg, the Environmental Protection Department, China Light and Power, the Crystal Group, the Swire Group, PricewaterhouseCoopers, World Wildlife Fund and other non-government organisations. Students are all eligible to spend one semester studying abroad with one of the university’s exchange partners, of which they have over 125. Applicants who have completed the
HKDSE should have minimum scores of 4, 4, 3, and 2; in English, Chinese, mathematics and liberal studies; plus a 3 and 3 in two electives. “Our students can come from any academic background, but we do look for intelligent individuals with good communication skills, an open mind, and a strong interest in pursuing a career working with the environment,” says Forster. Esther Tsang, who graduated from the EVMT programme in 2013, now works for a “big four” professional services firm as a sustainability and business consultant. Tsang says the programme gave her an edge while pursuing a job in which she could achieve career satisfaction. “EVMT is one of the few interdisciplinary programmes that covers sustainability on a local and international level,” says Tsang, who adds that the niche value of the qualification helped her receive job offers. Tsang adds that she was attracted to the EVMT programme because she wanted to ensure there was meaning and purpose in her career. She also credits her EVMT studies for strengthening her ability to understand and communicate with engineers, business people, and technology professionals in developing cost-effective sustainability solutions. “A major highlight of the EVMT programme is the encouragement you receive to
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be fearless about thinking and acting creatively,” Tsang says. Seminars and internships gave her valuable exposure to the different challenges and practices needed to achieve sustainability, she notes.
Ben Chen
The QFIN programme is tailored to meet the hectic demands of Hong Kong’s financial services sector. The qualification is based on a unique curriculum that helps students develop a strong understanding of the concepts, computational methods, and business principles needed to pursue a career in finance. Professor Vidhan Goyal, head of HKUST’s department of finance, says that the industry has evolved, and that education must evolve with it. The QFIN curriculum enables students to develop valuable skill sets and acquire the knowledge needed to understand new trends and solve difficult financial problems.
Vidhan Goyal
Goyal says the QFIN programme is designed to equip students with a balance of quantitative techniques, mathematical modelling, statistics, computer programming, and economic theory, all of which are essential for solving problems in finance. “Our programme goes beyond training ‘quants’. It aims to nurture future financial leaders, who can blend technical knowledge with the ability to work effectively with other decision makers, and ultimately make a difference to business and society,” he says. By capitalising on the interdisciplinary synergy of existing strengths from the four schools of HKUST (Engineering, Science, Humanities and Social Science, and Business and Management), the QFIN programme offers a fully integrated curriculum
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EVMT is one of the few interdisciplinary programmes that covers sustainability on a local and international level ESTHER TSANG
that draws upon the best of multiple academic disciplines. Goyal says the programme is generally aimed at students with a strong desire to enter the industry, and that candidates should have a strong background in mathematics, an analytical mind, good communication and people skills, and a wide range of interests. Ben Chen, who is currently interning at a boutique bank in Shanghai, says his QFIN studies have already proven useful. “I can understand some of the complex finance areas I am working in, and can offer suggestions. This seems to make a good impression with my employers,” says Chen. The QFIN programme provides a strong foundation for careers in investment banking, portfolio management, commercial and corporate banking, and financial information technology, all of which put a premium on quantitative financial skills. “One of my most memorable experiences was being tasked to select a topic and give a class lesson with five of my classmates for an hour,” says Chen.
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HKBU business school has been accredited by multiple prestigious accreditation assocations
Holistic learning HKBU’s business administration and recreation management courses aim for all-round excellence, writes Andy Wong
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ong Kong Baptist University (HKBU) offers a wide range of dynamic curricula, and out of all of these, the Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) programme ranks as one of the most popular. “We are the only triple-accredited business school in Hong Kong recognised by the three most influential international business school accreditation associations,” says Dr Peter Lau, associate dean, associate professor, and BBA programme director at the HKBU school of business. “This gives an edge to students planning to further their studies by going abroad after graduation,” Lau says. Although the programme enrolls 200 to 300 students each year, class numbers are limited to 20 to 40. This enables students to derive the maximum benefit from the course’s interactive teaching style. “Students get a chance to join various overseas study tours and internship programmes. Along with the sponsorships offered by the university, additional subsidies are available at the business school,” Lau says.
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More than 60 per cent of students take on one to three internships before graduation, and about 45 per cent participate in foreign exchange programmes to expand their learning experiences, Lau says. The programme offers the highest number of concentrations in Hong Kong, including accounting, applied economics, entrepreneurship, finance, human resource management, information systems, e-business management, and marketing. A double concentration option is also available.
centrations, and those still undecided when they submit their application. While the admissions interview is optional, Lau insists that additional marks will be given to applicants that take it. “Keep an eye on current business issues before the interview, and get ready to take part in both a group interview, and individual presentation session,” says Lau.
HKBU’s BBA graduates have had tremendous success finding jobs, as the average employment rate has exceeded 95 per cent for the last five years. Most students managed to secure a job in the industry within six months of graduation.
So, why is competition for the BBA course so fierce? “The sponsorship opportunities for overseas exchange and internships are impressive,” says Kelvin So, who is in his fourth year of BBA study. “I also enjoy the small classes, which allow students to receive individual attention from the professors. There are real-life case studies, and group discussions. These help improve logical and critical thinking skills.”
Although the minimum admission score of HKDSE applicants to the programme is 12, the actual number has hovered at around 21 to 22 for the last few years. HKBU will offer eight codes for the programme in 2017, for those interested in each of the seven con-
An accounting student, So hopes to find a steady auditing job after graduation. “I appreciate the enthusiastic way the BBA professors broaden our view of the business world,” says So. “An economics professor said that we could either attend his lectures or do
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BBA students receive many opportunities for overseas internships
Our graduates are top 10 in the university in terms of starting salaries DR CHEN KUAN-CHOU
a part-time job, as long as we understood the consequences of our actions, and took responsibility for our choices. This impressed every member of the class, and there was no absenteeism after that.” Those who study business gain an advantage in a vibrant city like Hong Kong. But personal and physical wellbeing are always important, and in high demand. This is why HKBU has been offering the Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Physical Education and Recreation Management (PERM) for 25 years. The recreation management element sets PERM apart from all other local physical education programmes. “With the increasing awareness of healthy lifestyles, there is a high demand for the professional management of recreation programmes and facilities, as well as the delivery of quality physical education in schools,” says Dr Chen Kuan-chou, assistant professor and programme
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coordinator of the department of physical education, faculty of social sciences. “We provide students with the right knowledge, skills, and practical experience. Students also receive a strong liberal arts education, such that they can embark on a variety of careers.” All PERM students must take on a summer internship, for which 20 to 30 per cent go overseas. “Our target is to raise that to close to 100 per cent in five years,” Chen says. About 38 students enroll in the PERM programme every year. The minimum admission score for Joint University Programmes Admissions System (JUPAS) entrants is 14, however, competition is getting fiercer. Last year’s average score was 22. So why is this four-year programme so popular? One reason is that students have excellent prospects after graduation. “Our graduates are top 10 in the university in terms of starting
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PERM students participate in a host of physical activities
salaries,” says Chen. “They have the options to become PE teachers, event organisers or marketers, as a result of their all-round training.” Lai Wai-ho
Dr Chen Kuan-chou
No interview is required for JUPAS applicants with the exception of elite athletes nominated for scholarships by school principals or the government. A considerable number of adult students join PERM every year, including active and retired athletes. Chen reminds interviewees to demonstrate proficient English communication skills, be confident, and state clear goals. There is value in the PERM programme that goes beyond the qualification itself. Lai Wai-ho, who is in his final year of PERM study, claims that the course has boosted his team spirit and interpersonal skills. “We act as a team in all circumstances, whether we’re doing a class exercise, or extracurricular voluntary work,” he explains.
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Lai, who is aiming for either a campsite management career or marketing and event management job at the Leisure and Cultural Services Department, says that PERM has equipped him for his future goals. Lai says he will never forget his three-month overseas internship at Outward Bound Taiwan, where he acquired a range of skills while increasing his business knowledge. The experience of traversing Taiwan’s mountainous terrain helped toughen his resolve and improve his decision making abilities. The PERM programme nurtures so positive values and attitudes, and provides a strong foundation for its students’ future education and well-being. The ethos of the holistic curriculum is that you must push boundaries and make the most out of every experience. HKBU offers its students opportunities to do just that.
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HKU engineering students get the chance to participate in various projects and contribute to different communities
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Students are practical in selecting programmes. They aspire to become professionals VANESSA LI Claudius Chan and Jason Ng
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ne reason Jason Ng opted to apply for the University of Hong Kong (HKU) Bachelor of Engineering programme in 2014 was the chance for extracurricular experiential learning. “I have participated in the Mingde Project, which mobilises volunteers to help design and build schools and community centres in remote rural areas in Guangxi province,” says Ng, now a third year student of civil engineering. Last year, he was nominated by HKU for a scholarship sponsored by HSBC and the Hong Kong Federation of Youth Groups for a 10-week internship at the Development Bureau, which he later won. His mentor was Hong Kong’s permanent secretary of development, Ir Hon Chi-keung. The internship also included attachments to several government departments. “The experience enhanced my knowledge and network,” Ng says. “It has also helped me to analyse different infrastructure projects’ objectives.” Claudius Chan, a third year student of HKU’s Bachelor of Nursing programme, agrees that learning outside the classroom can be really inspiring. “I’ve enjoyed the community health-
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care practicum experience where students are accompanied by seasoned nurses and social workers,” Chan says. The experience involved visiting community centres, senior citizens living alone, retirement homes, and workshops for the handicapped. “I saw that nursing goes beyond clinics and hospitals and touches many levels of the community. We also collaborated with other professionals, including social workers and physiotherapists, and learned to develop tailor-made rehabilitation programmes for individual clients. It was great exposure,” he adds. HKU’s programmes in engineering and nursing are highly popular with JUPAS applicants. For the 2016 academic year, the respective intakes were 443 and 190 students, similar to last year’s numbers, according to Vanessa Li, senior programme manager for the admissions and academic liaison section, registry at HKU. “Students are practical in selecting programmes. They aspire to become professionals,” Li says. This year the median admission score for HKDSE students in the engineering course was 25; for nursing it was 24. The lowest scores were 22 and 23, respectively. “The minimum entrance requirement for nursing has been relaxed slightly to encourage students
from the arts stream to apply,” Li says. programme offers an extra course in biology, to assist students entering from a non-science background, she adds. The Bachelor of Engineering is a four-year programme, with students selecting their major after Year One. HKU collaborates with universities around the world to offer studyabroad opportunities. Civil engineering graduates usually go on to take the Scheme “A” training overseen by the Hong Kong Institution of Engineers. This leads to the designation of fully-licensed engineers after three-plus years of further study or approved work experience. The Bachelor of Nursing is a five-year programme, with heavy emphasis on clinical practice. It gives students many opportunities to learn under the instruction and supervision of experienced teachers in all aspects of nursing. The clinical practicum, which begins in the second year, is arranged in blocks to let students consolidate lessons and skills. The nursing department also runs exchange programmes with multiple overseas universities. Interviews are a mandatory part of both admissions processes. Engineering prospects attend group inter-
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I have been involved in the designing of buildings, which are currently under construction. It has been a fantastic experience JASON NG
views conducted in English in June. “We look for proficiency in English, knowledge of current affairs, logical thinking, and interpersonal skills in a group setting,” Li says. Nursing applicants are invited to attend an information session held in June. Attendees are split into groups to assess how well they participate in exchanges and interact with teachers and peers. “Candidates should take the initiative to speak and ask questions,” Li says. “They should come prepared with personal information and be ready to explain why they are interested in their preferred programme. They should be up to date with current affairs and are expected to have their own opinions. During interviews, students should avoid being too aggressive and not try to dominate the discussion.” After graduation, the mean basic en-
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try-level salary for nurses in 2014 was over $24,000. For civil engineering graduates it was between $16,000 and $18,000. Fascinated by construction since secondary school, Ng resolved to apply for engineering after receiving advice from HKU students on the university’s information day. He says he has had many memorable experiences throughout his time in the programme, including the Mingde project, which brought together HKU professors, a Shanghai-based architectural firm, and a contractor in Shenzhen. “I joined the project in Year One,” he says. “We visited the sites in Guangxi during holidays and worked on the feasibility study. That allowed us to apply the knowledge learned in the classroom. I have been involved in the designing of buildings, which are currently under construction. It has been a fantastic experience. I’ve been
able to to work with more senior engineering students and learn from them throughout the process.” The strong alumni network was another big draw for Ng. Since starting, he has enrolled in various mentorship programmes, giving him the chance to interact with many HKU graduates who are professionals in the field. The faculty helps to pair up mentors and protégés based on availability and need. Regarding career goals, Ng is open-minded. “I’ll be on an exchange programme at University College London next semester,” he says. “Hopefully, I will get an internship in London because I want more opportunities to explore different options.” Meanwhile, Chan has been enjoying his cross-discipline case-study projects, which started in Year Two. They involve contact with other students studying in the traditional Chi-
nese medicine, pharmacy, nursing, medicine and surgery programmes. “Students from different disciplines discuss cases and work on solutions together,” Chan says. “It is a fabulous opportunity for us to integrate specific expertise from various disciplines.” Chan is looking forward to taking a course on Chinese medicine, a subject which has become increasingly popular in Hong Kong. “I’d like to learn to work with doctors of Chinese medicine and look at the discipline from the point of view of western medicine,” Chan says. “After graduation, I plan to work as a registered nurse. I’m interested in the accident and emergency department where nurses and doctors have equal participation in assessing the condition of patients and making decisions. Later on, I may also consider pursuing a master’s degree to become a specialist in certain areas of nursing,” he explains.
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Going global at the City University of Hong Kong Making original discoveries lies at the heart of the dynamic undergraduate curriculum at the City University of Hong Kong (CityU). Under the CityU Discovery-enriched Curriculum (DEC), all students have the opportunity to make original contributions to their fields of study as an integral part of their professional education. Exciting Choices in the First Year The College of Liberal Arts and Social Sciences (CLASS) at CityU provides an exciting and progressive education through its 4-year programme curriculum. In addition to their majors, students can choose to study minor programmes offered by the College. CLASS strongly emphasises equipping students with the ability to think analytically and critically, excellent communication skills and international experience. To enable students to better understand community issues and raise their civic awareness, they are encouraged to proactively participate in and contribute to various service learning programmes/community service activities.
Teaching Excellence The College’s faculty members are innovative teachers. A number have received Teaching Excellence Awards (TEA) from the University, and two have also won the University Grants Committee (UGC) Teaching Award. The College has a large number of outstanding researchers and teachers from Europe, North America, Australia, Asia (including China and Hong Kong) and other parts of the world.
Global Citizenship CLASS students can learn from a global faculty and participate in a wide range of internationalisation activities, including student exchanges, cultural and language immersion, internships and overseas study programmes
that enable them to explore the world. Many of these programmes are subsidised by the College and/or the University. In the past two years, six students from the Department of Applied Social Sciences of the College have been selected for the Joint Bachelor's Degree Program between City University of Hong Kong and Columbia University. The Joint Degree Program offers students an international undergraduate learning experience – a program spanning two continents, in cosmopolitan cities that allow students to engage directly with the world around them. Gigi Yan and Gloria Ma were admitted to the Joint Degree Program in 2015. They were impressed by the learning setting and environment of Columbia University. “The Department of Psychology here has over 20 labs for various fields of psychology studies, and the faculty includes world-renowned professors,” said Gigi and Gloria. “Students here are eager to ask question in class and share their opinions on topics that are being taught. The pre-class preparations and after class revisions takes us a lot more effort and time, but the results are definitely fruitful. ” Gillian Ho, currently a Year 1 CLASS student, participated in the College Study Tour to Seoul earlier this year. She was particularly excited about having the opportunity to take part in a survey on ‘The Happiness Index and Quality of Life in Hong Kong, Osaka and Seoul’
conducted during the tour. The aim of the survey was to provide an understanding of the interviewees’ attitudes toward happiness and their levels of satisfaction about life quality in politics and society, economy, environment, public health, leisure and entertainment and housing. “This tour not only allowed me to have more opportunities to interact with Koreans through frontline survey, but also enabled me to know more about Korean culture through communicating with the locals,” Gillian said. “This is one of the golden learning opportunities in my university life.” Janet Tam is a final-year student majoring in Digital Television and Broadcasting. She joined the College Summer School programme and studied at Kyung Hee University in Seoul. “I was amazed by how Koreans perceived the interrelationships between the Western and other Asian countries, which is very different from how we think as Hongkongers. The learning experience in Seoul expanded my global view and I have become a more critical person in terms of studying, thinking and judging.” Currently, about 60% of our UGC-funded Bachelor’s degree graduates have had international experiences during their time at the College.
From the College to the World The College offers a broad range of professionally oriented programmes, which enable students to benefit from a range of
career choices when they graduate. Many of our students go into education, the civil service, social welfare, communications, public relations or business. A number of students also go on to pursue Master’s degrees and PhDs abroad. Gabriel Wong graduated from CityU with First-Class Honours in 2012. His outstanding academic performance led Australia’s Griffith University to award him a generous scholarship for his PhD study. Gabriel felt that his time at the College prepared him well for overseas study. “The College provided me with well-rounded training, specialised knowledge and practical skills, which are very useful for a career in crime and delinquency research,” he said. “I also benefited a lot from the overseas exchange programme offered by the College during my undergraduate studies”. Currently, Gabriel is also employed by the Australian National University as a research officer, which gives him the opportunity to collaborate and publish alongside leading researchers and criminologists. These experiences greatly enhance his academic career development. CityU cares deeply about its students and encourages them to do well – both at university and in their future careers. CLASS offers an international experience to its students through its teaching and through offering opportunities to study overseas. We want our students to achieve their best, and we believe that one way to do that is to give them a global vision and a global edge.
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Finding balance CUHK engineering and sports science courses combine theory and practice to form well-rounded degrees, John Cremer reports
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We notice there are still misunderstandings about modern engineering, it is not all factories, machines and construction projects ANTHONY SO
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hen choosing a degree, students generally have one eye on where it could lead in terms of career openings or options for postgraduate studies. But, as faculty members at the Chinese University of Hong Kong (CUHK) are quick to point out, you can’t always plan too far ahead. Naturally, students want to feel as if they are on the right track. But with undergraduate studies lasting for as long as four, even five years, and the world of work evolving faster than ever, JUPAS and overseas applicants must do their best to get the most out of their course while seizing new opportunities along the way. “We all know at the importance of information technology and see the increasing use of mobile and data systems,” says Professor Anthony So, assistant dean of CUHK’s faculty of engineering. “But students can also see new uses and applications in many areas which were not tradition-
ally IT-dependent such as geography, retail and public health.” That helps to explain the popularity of the degree in engineering science, which now accepts more than 500 undergraduates per intake. The first-year foundation courses include maths, basic science, software programming and hardware design, before students decide on their major. It is a chance for the faculty to spot and encourage different abilities and, when appropriate, plan and offer additional minors. For example, coming soon is a new course focusing on big data and its applications. There are also plans to expand the biomedical engineering programme and study how IT can improve surgery, imaging and robotics. “It is important to reflect all the changes happening outside the campus and to make use of new technologies in e-learning,” So says. “That means giving students online micro modules and short videos to help them prepare or review the material. It is a huge undertaking for the faculty, but necessary from an educational point of view. Because technology is moving so fast, we need to be prepared and to prepare our students.”
Typically, graduates go on to pursue careers in IT-related industries, which nowadays can include anything from finance to journalism, in companies ranging from start-ups to multinational corporations. Others have found their way into research roles or on to graduate programmes in Hong Kong or overseas. “In general, we notice there are still misunderstandings about modern engineering,” So says. “It is not all factories, machines and construction projects. We encourage students to explore the many different facets and, if necessary, there is a standard mechanism for switching majors because we want students to study want they want.” For Kairat Eshbolotov, a current CUHK third-year undergraduate in engineering science, one of the best aspects of the programme is its balance of theory and practice. “Since back in high school, I was always interested in how everything works, from machines and robots to the internet,” says Eshbolotov, who hails from Kyrgyzstan. “I discovered that the information engineering course here has a very good combination of elements, not just program-
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CUHK sports science students receive practical training
You have to plan each lesson carefully, be aware of safety issues, and recognise the pupils’ different characteristics and abilities COCO TSE PUI-YEE
ming, with lab work, a requirement to create something practical, and the chance for internships and exchanges too.” His decision to enrol in CUHK was inspired by the wish to study in one of Asia’s most dynamic cities. His choice was cemented after fellow contestants in the maths Olympiad recommended the university to him. He views taking exams in English and being the only international student in his class as simply part of the challenge, and regards the range of possible career paths as a clear plus. “I’ve already changed my mind about what to do after graduation about 10 times,” says Eshbolotov who is taking classes in Putonghua and picking up Cantonese around campus. “I considered a PhD, but am now thinking of going into an industry like cyber security. There is big demand for that in Hong Kong and I’ve already done an internship with a cyber security company. Looking further ahead, China’s ‘belt and road’ initiative could offer big opportunities for someone like me who knows Kyrgyzstan and Hong Kong.” Another similarly popular programme is CUHK’s five-year bachelor of education in physical education, exercise
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science and health. Each year, there can be as many as 3,000 JUPAS applicants for the 20-odd places available. Despite this, there are no plans at present to increase the intake because of the Education Bureau’s quota limit for the course, which is often referred to as sports science. “We aim to recruit very high-quality students, so it is quite competitive,” says associate professor and programme co-ordinator Cindy Sit Huiping. “We also offer a two-year top-up degree programme, which is keeping us busy.” The current curriculum was launched in 2012 and has a built-in postgraduate diploma in education. In the third and fifth years, students do eight weeks’ teaching practice at one of roughly 35 local primary and secondary schools. There is also a compulsory summer internship after the second year with a sports-related organisation such as the Chinese YMCA, the Hong Kong Jockey Club, or the Hong Kong Rugby Union. The course structure ensures a good balance between the more theoretical aspects and the practical skills needed to utilise the acquired knowledge, as well as motivate others in a professional setting.
“There is a required research project in the final year where topics can range from physiology and sports psychology to biomechanics and nutrition,” Sit says. “We are also keen to expand our exchange programme with the Beijing Sports University where students spend two weeks learning sports like martial arts and table tennis.” Most students in the first cohort, set to graduate next summer, are expected to become school teachers. Others, though, may opt to join the disciplined services, work as fitness trainers and instructors, or go on to postgraduate work. Final-year student Coco Tse Pui-yee plans to work in a primary school to build on her teaching experience. “I found there is a big difference between understanding the pedagogy and the benefits of promoting exercise and actually applying it in a school setting,” says Tse, who was always keen on sport and excels in badminton. “You have to plan each lesson very carefully, be aware of safety issues, and recognise the pupils’ different characteristics and abilities. I’ve also had to improve my skills in basketball and handball in order to become a more effective teacher.”
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THE HONG KONG POLYTECHNIC UNIVERSITY
Contributing to society PolyU degrees help graduates obtain lucrative careers and make a difference in communities, writes Andy Wong
SHTM student Karen Cheng
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he Hong Kong Polytechnic University (PolyU) offers a variety of programmes which cater to “practical dreamers”, students that are dedicated to tackling real-world needs with game-changing ideas. This vision is reflected in the university’s two most popular programmes: Broad Discipline of Hotel and Tourism Management offered by the school of hotel and tourism management (SHTM) and the Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Social Work (BASW). SHTM’s broad discipline programme is a one year, undeclared track course
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during which students may decide on their major, and move on to get their Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Hotel Management, or Tourism and Events Management. “The Government’s initiatives to promote tourism and hotel development are generating remarkable demands for future hotel management and tourism leaders,” says Dr Eric Chan, assistant SHTM professor. But while diverse job opportunities are an attraction, they are not the only explanation for SHTM’s highly competitive admissions. With a history dating back over 35 years, SHTM is currently the largest hospitality and
tourism school in Asia Pacific and second in the world behind Cornell University in the US. There is expected to be keen competition for the programme’s 82 spots in 2017. “We’re running the world’s first co-located, co-lead programme in our teaching and research hotel, Hotel ICON; which is fully owned by PolyU, and adopts a fully-integrated education approach with SHTM. Hotel ICON, SHTM and the PolyU staff residential quarters are all housed in the same 28-storey complex,” Chan explains. Internships are conducted at ICON,
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Dr Eric Chan
Ching Wong
where students participate in the day-to-day management of various departments in a real-world hotel environment, and expand their skillsets through first-hand industry experience. Designed with flexibility as a key principle, the SHTM curriculum offers multi-disciplinary training in Year One, covering language, culture, social studies and the fundamentals of hospitality and tourism. After deciding on a major in Year Two, a full range of career options are presented in the third year so that students may specialise further towards their chosen profession. The programme’s excellent career prospects are reflected by the high employment rate of fresh graduates and starting salaries, which, according to Chan, reached $14,000-$15,000 in 2015. “Recent years have seen consistent increases in the programme’s aver-
age admission score, which was 24 last year,” says Chan. “But we also consider personality in addition to academic results. After all, hospitality and tourism is a people-oriented industry requiring good manners, passion and a positive service attitude.” Chan reminds applicants to demonstrate good English communications skills and industry knowledge during interviews. Students with warm, outgoing personalities will have a better chance of getting accepted into the programme. Karen Cheng, a Year Three SHTM student, is a good example of this: “I like travelling and enjoy the working atmosphere in a hotel. I want to become a general manager of a local hotel to show Hong Kong’s amazing culture to foreigners,” she says. Cheng believes the course’s training has equipped her with the necessary skills to achieve her career goals. “I appreciate the sharing of leading professionals who are invited to deliver
speeches in class, as well as the field trips to hotels in Hong Kong, Macau and the mainland. We learn a lot from our teachers who are all industry experts with experience, and always encouraging us to think outside box for fresh ideas.” PolyU’s BASW programme also caters to students who wish to make a positive impact on their communities by providing the repertoire of professional skills needed to succeed in the field of social work. “We grow solid social workers who are not only knowledgeable but also view social work as a value-based profession, helping people in need,” says Professor Chan Yuk-chung, programme leader of BASW. “Students will be able to articulate the core values of social work and commit to ethical and responsible practices.” What else makes the programme so popular? Over 40 years’ history and good career prospects aside, the small class sizes are an attraction to prospective students. The intake quota for 2017 is only 29 students, and admissions are highly competitive. Students’ average JUPAS score has been hovering at around 23.5 in recent years. Setting the BASW programme apartfrom other social work courses in Hong Kong is its multi-disciplinary approach, which equips students with a broad range of social science theory as well as discipline-specific knowledge related to social policy, psychology, sociology and philosophy.
BASW places a strong emphasis on people skills
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workers, and are also qualified for a variety of human service posts in private corporations. Social work is a challenging and rewarding field, but also a demanding profession requiring emotional and personal maturity. Chan advises HKDSE students not to submit an application just because they wish to pursue a degree, but make their choice “from the heart”. “We are not looking for perfect students, but we want people who are aware of their own weaknesses, willing to solve problems for others and ready to contribute to the community,” says Chan, who also reminds interviewees to demonstrate good presentation skills, a pleasant character, passion and enthusiasm. “I joined this programme because the class size is the smallest of its type in Hong Kong,” says Ching Wong, a second year BASW student. “We receive attention from teacher and have many opportunities to participate.” Wong particularly treasures the interesting role-playing scenarios which teachers devise in class: “The professor integrates theory with practice by putting us in different scenarios of interpersonal conflicts and social issues, filming them and allowing us to study the footage afterwards. We are also given training on reflective analytical thinking,” she explains. Wong hopes to find a career helping the community after graduation in which she can promote social harmony, good interpersonal relations and neighbourly spirit.
Graduates of the programme are eligible to become registered social
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LINGNAN UNIVERSITY
A liberal arts perspective Lingnan university’s core curriculum requirements help shape well-rounded individuals, writes John Brennan
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t is not just the fact that Lingnan University (LU) is the only public liberal arts university in Hong Kong that makes it stand out.
One of the special features of the fouryear undergraduate programmes at LU is that they are all based on a core curriculum. All undergraduates, irrespective of major, have to complete this core curriculum, which constitutes 33 credits, out of a total of 120, in their programmes. This ensures a well-rounded education, while making LU’s Bachelor of Arts (BA) and Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) programmes among the best in the city. Formerly, BA students have been able to choose from one of seven majors: Chinese, cultural studies, English, history, philosophy, translation and visual studies. But the options have since expanded. “Last year we introduced a student-designed major as well as an inter-disciplinary degree that combines philosophy, history and Chinese,” explains Wong Yiu Chung, LU professor in the department of political science, and director of core curriculum and general education. “We also have what we call the double-track system, with 20 per cent of the intake admitted by faculty and 80 per cent by individual departments,” he adds. A more compact university compared to other tertiary institutions in Hong Kong, the total number of students at Lingnan is capped at 2,600, which leads to strong bonds between faculty and students. “This means more
Professor Wong Yiu Chung and Anson Lau
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care is taken to listen to students and their demands,” Wong explains. “The faculty has a close relationship with the students, who feel comfortable asking for advice.” Such support, he believes, can be especially helpful for first year students, as adjusting to university life can be a challenge. So what happens once students have completed their BA degree? “Graduates go into a very diverse range of careers, from teaching to TV scriptwriting and advertising,” Wong says. Fourth-year LU undergraduate Anson Lau who entered Lingnan as a broad-based student, opted to join the arts faculty rather than a particular department. However, as someone who’s had a passion for Chinese since he was a child, he opted to become a chinese major, and is now making career considerations. “I’m thinking of becoming a teacher or tutor,” he says. “I feel very comfortable and happy teaching children.” “The Chinese department has many branches such as creative writing, classic and modern literature, Chinese language and also comparative literature. Students can have a taste of everything,” he explains. Lau is currently working on his final year project, a research essay on the classic, “The Journey to the West”. “I have to say the course has been brilliant, and the teachers and students have all been very kind,” Lau adds. “Since Lingnan is a small place, the relationships are close. We become very familiar with our professors and they call to us by name on
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campus. This is very helpful to our learning, as they are willing to explain talk us and explain things outside of the classroom,” he notes. LU launched its BBA programme back in 1993. Since then, the specifics of the courses offered have developed in step with evolving industries and a fluctuation marketplace. “We have several streams, such as human resource management, risk and insurance management, finance and accounting, to train students in specific skills,” explains Wong. Wong believes that LU’s core curriculum requirements benefit BBA students, and the rest of the university’s undergraduate students, immensely. The courses within the common core are: Logic and Critical Thinking, The Making of Hong Kong, Understanding Morality, and World History and Civilisations. “Students will take select courses from a variety of clusters, including Creativity and Innovation, Humanities and the Arts, Science, Technology and the Society,” Wong says. “I think this sort of training helps to give students broader horizons and make them more receptive to new ideas.” Anthony So, who graduated from Lingnan’s BBA programme in 2014 with a major in marketing, recently graduated from the New World Development management training programme. “I am now working as the senior officer in sales and marketing for residential projects in Hong Kong,” So explains.
So and his team participate in the 2013 HSBC Asia Pacific Business Case Competition
So sees the benefit of the wider perspective he gained from studying at LU. “Lingnan is famous for its teaching concepts in the liberal arts in which students must complete different courses outside their major,” he says. “Ranging from rational thinking, to societal values and sciences, we call these general education courses. They help train our critical thinking and adaptability to dynamic social change.” So says the programme he followed at Lingnan also helped enhance his soft skills in areas such as planning and communication, which are important attributes to possess in the marketing industry. Several highlights come to mind from his four years at Lingnan, he says. One was working with a local massage parlour in Tuen Mun, which was struggling to find customers. “We got
the chance to create a very comprehensive business plan and presentation, which we presented to the local NGO and the operator of the massage house,” recalls So. Another was his involvement in a case study contest, for which LU was very supportive. “For the HSBC Asia Pacific Business Case Competition, the department provided two professors as consultants, and one senior instructor as our coach,” So says. He adds that the support from faculty members has continued even after his graduation.“I’ve just come back from the UK where I’d been admitted to a continuing education course at Oxford University. LU fully supported my application, with several professors writing reference letters on my behalf,” So says.
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THE EDUCATION UNIVERSITY OF HONG KONG
Fit to teach EdUHK bachelors programmes nurture early childhood educators and PE teachers, writes Chris Davis
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oth the early learning and sports education industries require that educators be sufficiently qualified, and two of the degrees offered by the Education University of Hong Kong (EdUHK) have been designed to meet this growing need. EdUHK’s five-year full-time Bachelor of Education (Honours), Early Childhood Education (ECE) has been structured to develop outstanding early childhood educators, while the five-year, fulltime Bachelor of Education (Honours), Physical Education (HPE) aims to produce qualified physical education teachers for both primary and secondary schools. ECE programme coordinator Dr Bet-
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ty Wong Kit-mei says succesful graduates meet the requirements to register as qualified kindergarten teachers and child care workers under the Education Bureau and Social Welfare Department. “Most of our graduates start their careers as frontline practitioners, teaching in various early childhood settings, including special child care centers,” Wong says. In addition, graduates who have successfully completed the specified elective courses qualify as registered special child care workers. EdUHK, formally known as the Hong Kong Institute of Education or HKIED before getting promoted to Hong Kong’s eighth publicly-funded university, has been offering early child-
hood teacher education since 2005. Currently, 84 per cent of Hong Kong’s primary school teachers and about 30 per cent of the city’s secondary school teachers are graduates of EdUHK. Besides theories on child development and pedagogies in various learning domains, there are courses on working with parents and designing curricula for infants and toddlers. “Our students also experience unique, practical opportunities at the early childhood learning centre on our campus, and at other early childhood institutions in Hong Kong,” Wong adds. Wong stresses the many lucrative career opportunities available to grad-
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uates. Many become principals and head teachers in kindergartens, or go on to complete their masters. “Some graduates work in other tertiary institutions as research assistants, project officers, and teacher educators,” explains Wong. “We also have graduates working at the Education Bureau as inspectors, and publishers of ECE related books,” she adds. Applicants applying through the JUPAS system should have obtained minimum scores of Chinese language 3, English language 3, liberal studies 2, mathematics 2, and elective 2 in the HKDSE programme. Fifth year ECE student Clara Ho Man-sze says her interest in early childhood education was shaped by her personality and beliefs. “I have always been interested in working with young children, and agree with [French priest and lecturer] Ernest Dimnet that ‘children have to be educated, but they have also to be left to educate themselves’,” says Ho, who adds that she chose the programme so she could make a difference in children’s lives.
Clara Ho Man-sze
Gwen Leung Nga
Li Lut-yin
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Ho says that another strength of the programme was the seamless integration of subject knowledge, professional expertise, and practical abilities. “Real-life teaching experience helped me appreciate the strengths and weaknesses of different theories and to understand different students’ learning abilities. This helped me with designing appropriate learning activities,” says Ho.
The five-year, full-time HPE degree aims to produce qualified physical education teachers and prepare them for both primary and secondary schools. Dr. Alberto Cruz, assistant professor at the EdUHK department of health and physical education, says the degree reflects the recent changes in physical education (PE) curricula, which now focus more on promoting all-round development, lifelong learning, and healthy and active lifestyles than in the past. “The programme includes a wide range of theory and professional activity courses, which enhance students’ knowledge in theory and academia, while increasing their teaching skills and proficiency in physical education,” Cruz says. Various teaching and learning strategies are employed to provide student teachers with opportunities to practice and develop innovative pedagogy and curricula for further studies. “Theory and practice integration is a key aim of the curriculum,” says Cruz. The course also aims to provide students with rich personal, academic, and professional opportunities. Cruz says a recent government stipulation has made it so physical education can only be taught by fully-qualified professionals, which has increased the demand for teachers with qualifications like the HPE degree significantly. Graduates can also go on to pursue careers in coaching, sports management, and local disciplinary forces. Applicants should have HKDSE minimum scores of Chinese language level 3, English language level 3, liberal studies level 2, mathematics level 2, and an elec-
tive 2. They will also be required to complete a physical fitness test and interview. Year Five HPE student Gwen Leung Nga says her passion for sport was influenced by her secondary school PE teacher, who taught her the importance of sharing the joy of sports with others. Leung says the HPE prepares students for PE careers by focusing on two critical areas; skill development over a broad spectrum of sports, and integrating theory with practice. “I have gained a sense of how effective my teaching methods are, and that has helped me to refine my teaching strategies,” says Leung, who is a member of the Hong Kong water polo team. Leung also enjoys putting knowledge into practice through placements in schools. “I want to empower my students, and help them realise their potential once I become a fully qualified PE teacher,” he explains. Fellow Year Five HPE student Li Lutyin says he has become proficient in a variety of sports by integrating the theory and practice taught in the course. As Hong Kong’s 100 metre sprinting champion, Li says the programme made him step outside of his comfort zone of track and field. Most notably, he was able to overcome his childhood fear of swimming with the support of faculty and classmates. Li’s parents also work in education, which inspired him to pursue a career in teaching. “I want to follow their footsteps and contribute to the physical well-being of Hong Kong students,” concludes Li.
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CAREERS
Sammi Mak
Audrey Low
CEO for a month Adecco Group’s CEO for One Month scheme allows a talented youngster to experience the work of a top boss, Chris Davis reports
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Mak and Low with Adecco colleagues
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t usually takes many years and a wealth of experience to attain the rank of CEO. But the path to power, or at least a taste of it, was a lot quicker for Sammi Mak. The City University of Hong Kong (CityU) student had a rare opportunity to work directly with senior leadership at Adecco Group, a Fortune 500 company, when she was selected for their “Hong Kong CEO for One Month” scheme. During her month-long CEO experience, she worked alongside Audrey Low, Adecco’s managing director, Hong Kong and Macau. Low taught her about the nuances of finance and marketing, and brought her to board meetings which allowed her to gain insight onto the broader concepts of management. She also received valuable mentorship from company executives, and improved her presentation skills by taking a public speaking course. “It was amazing to see how Audrey could quickly analyze data and provide feedback during department meetings,” says Mak, who is about to begin her third year of banking and financial services studies at CityU. “The experience far exceeded my expectations, and I think the CEO internship will add a ‘wow’ factor to my CV,” notes Mak, who believes more companies and university students would benefit from similar programmes. “Employers often say they are looking for people with experience, but how can undergraduates gain experience if they are not offered internships or work place-
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ments?” she notes. “University graduates may not have experience, but we have enthusiasm and new ideas,” Mak adds. “We understand technology, and we know how to implement digitalisation in tothe workplace.” As part of her CEO experience, Mak initiated a social media project to help the Hong Kong Adecco Group form relationships with students who had the potential to become employees. She also formulated the first steps of a five-year plan to use digitalisation to strengthen Adecco Group’s global employee retention initiative. “It was inspiring to work on these projects within such a large organisation,” says Mak, who has been attracted to the banking industry ever since she started watching films featuring Wall Street. Once she completes her studies, Mak intends to pursue a career in investment banking, as the industry’s connection to cross-border, international markets appeals to her. Mak also coordinated with colleagues from different departments at Adecco to organise events. She worked with the marketing team to help host the 30th Anniversary Dreams Come True Charity Event, and helped with team-building activities like a staff run for the Adecco “Win4Youth” initiative. “I helped organise events at school and university, but this time it was on a completely different level,” says Mak, who advises young people to boost their capabilities and confidence by stepping outside their comfort zones.
Mak won the CEO role after joining shortlisted candidates for group discussions and workshops. She also gave a presentation which explained why she would make a good CEO, and what she would do if she won the position. “I just stayed true to myself, and approached each stage calmly, but with enthusiasm,’’ she says. Low says Mak’s exemplary performance shows just how much talent young people can bring to the workplace. “There is a lot that can be learned from young people, even for those who have been in the workplace for some time,” she says. “This includes new ways of doing things, and how to make better use of technology.” Low adds that it was clear during the group and individual interview stages that Mak’s natural enthusiasm and leadership skills matched the company’s core values of team spirit, customer focus, passion, responsibility and entrepreneurship. Mak’s CEO experience is part of a wider global scheme run by Adecco Group. Every year, the company selects talented young people from 50 difference countries to have the chance of becoming “CEO for One Month”. The most promising 10 proceed to Adecco’s boot camp in Europe. After this, one candidate is chosen to travel around the world with Adecco Group CEO Alain Dehaze for a month. Dehaze will share the knowledge and experience gained from running a company of 32,000 employees with the lucky youngster.
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City University of Hong Kong Columbia University JOINT BACH ELO R ’S DEGR E E PROGR AM
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A Brand New College Experience The Joint Bachelor’s Degree Program between City University of Hong Kong and Columbia University offers students an international undergraduate educational experience – a program spanning two continents, in cosmopolitan cities that allow students to engage directly with the world around them. The Joint Bachelor’s Degree Program began to accept students of College of Liberal Arts and Social Sciences in 2015.
To learn more about the Joint Bachelor’s Degree Program, visit gs.columbia.edu/cityu-hk