Hang Seng Bank and City University of Hong Kong signed an agreement to launch the "Hang Seng x CityUHK HK Tech 300 Innovation Programme" on 26 November 2024. The collaboration aims to accelerate local start-ups and nurture a new generation of talent in the important field of green finance through CityUHK's MBA programme.
The agreement was signed by Mr Gilbert Lee, Head of Strategy and Planning and Chief of Staff to CE of Hang Seng Bank, and Professor Michael Yang, Senior Vice-President (Innovation and Enterprise) of CityUHK, witnessed by Professor Sun Dong, Secretary for Innovation, Technology and Industry of the HKSAR Government, Ms Diana Cesar, Executive Director and Chief Executive of Hang Seng Bank, and Professor Freddy Boey, President of City University of Hong Kong.
Dean Kalok Chan emphasised the significance of this collaboration, saying, "The partnership with Hang Seng Bank enriches our MBA programme and empowers students to engage in sustainable entrepreneurship, addressing critical challenges our society faces. Working hand in hand, we aim to develop innovative solutions that contribute to a sustainable future for Hong Kong and beyond."
Professor Chak-fu Lam, MBA Director, added, "Our partnership with Hang Seng Bank is one of a kind in Hong Kong, as we introduce a new Environment, Sustainability, and Governance (ESG) course co-taught by CityUHK professors and Hang Seng Bank executives."
The Hang Seng x CityUHK HK Tech 300 Innovation Programme focuses on three primary areas: Innovative Research Application, Market Connectivity, and Sustainability and Talent Development. The Sustainability and Talent Development component will include offering a specialised course on sustainable finance tailored for students enrolled in CityUHK's MBA programme to prepare students for the evolving needs of the sustainability sector.
The College is committed to nurturing leaders who can effectively address future challenges, particularly in green finance, which is essential for economic sustainability. The partnership aims to create significant opportunities for students and the broader community.
