Alumni Achievements
Further Study Opportunities Around the World
After graduation with the Master of Science in Applied Economics (MSAE), students may wish to further their academic studies by engaging in postgraduate or doctoral studies overseas in their interested and specialized areas.
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Yang Yasong, a 2011 graduate of the MSAE programme, is studying her MPhil Economics at Oxford University this year. “MSAE provided me a solid foundation which leads me to an advanced level of study in a first-class univeristy… Without their kind help, encouragement, and consistent support, I will not be able to go to Oxford and make a big change to my life,” Yasong said. [ more ] |
| Yang Yasong (2011 Graduate) at Oxford University |
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Lu Peng is pursuing studies at Oxford University. Li Han is studying at London School of Economics. "Not only the academic achievement and teaching dedication of our professors, but also the provision of good study atmosphere among my classmates..." Peng said. "... for an extraordinary future in personal development, MSAE is a great place to start with," Han commented. |
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| Lu Peng (2008 Graduate) at Oxford University |
Li Han |
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Gong Yifan and Yao Yuxi, 2012 graduates of the MSAE programme, are pursuing PhD Economics at the University of Western Ontario. “Thanks to the high sufficiency and quality of the faculty here, the structure of the MSAE program is actually very flexible…” Yifan mentioned. [ more ]“MSAE not only provided me with solid foundation in economic theories and research skills, but also educated me a new way of thinking…” Yuxi said. |
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Gong Yifan |
Yao Yuxi |
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Xu Xiaoqi is pursuing Master in Quantitative Finance at Fordham University. Another 2012 graduate, Leung Tsz Kin, Benson, is pursuing his study at Toulouse School of Economics. “MSAE offers us a good learning environment. I really treasure the opportunity of exchanging different ideals with classmates and teachers by doing projects and treasure those days that we struggled together for a common goal…” Xiaoqi said. [ more ] “The courses in the program equipped me with strong skills in different aspects and in analysis of Economics. The courses are intensive but very beneficial for us …” Benson said. [ more ] |
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Xu Xiaoqi |
Leung Tsz Kin, Benson |
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Kong Wei is studying at University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. Wu Xiaokang is pursuing his PhD studies at Columbia. “MSAE program is a great choice for students like me who intend to pursue further studies, since the professors provide guidance on overseas’ admission applications…” Wei commented. [ more ] “Weekly seminars that invite CEOs and managers from famous companies to introduce topics such as M&A and private equity help to extend the view and knowledge of students significantly…” Xiaokang said. [ more ] |
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Kong Wei |
Wu Xiaokang |
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Another two 2011 graduates, Zhang Jian & Hou Yifeng, are pursuing further studies at National University of Singapore & City University of Hong Kong respectively. “Learning at MSAE is the right opportunity for me and I believe it will be the same for those who truly love economics and would like to develop further in related areas…” Jian said. [ more ] “MSAE not only offers the opportunity to learn the state-of-the-art knowledge in economics but also teaches us the methodology of doing research…” Yifeng said. [ more ] |
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Zhang Jian |
Hou Yifeng |
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Cen Bingfeng & Huang Yang (2010 graduates) , Cai Jingzhe & Huang Anni (2011 graduates) are pursuing studies at Paris School of Economics. Zhao Bohan is studying at HEC Paris. “The professors here have eminent academic achievements, and the students of MSAE programme have serious attitude towards study…” Jingzhe said. “I love MSAE! Nothing can better express my feelings than this sentence… MSAE is excellent and the training is rigorous. I have been well prepared for my further study overseas…” Anni said. [ more ] |
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| From Left to Right: Cen Bingfeng, Huang Yang, Zhao Bohan, Cai Jingzhe & Huang Anni (2010 & 2011 Graduates) at Cité Internationale Universitaire de Paris |
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Another two 2010 graduates, Guo Jianglan & Huang Jiajin, are pursuing studies at Kent State University & Goethe University respectively. "... I did not only achieve success in the academic fields, but also I accomplished all applications of further education..." Jianglan said. [ more ] |
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Guo Jianglan |
Huang Jiajin |
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Career Opportunities
Apart from the study opportunities, a range of options are available to students graduating from MSAE. The master's degree could lead to employment opportunities in a wide range of occupations, especially in the Greater China region.
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Zeng Ziyang, graduated in 2013, is employed in the Agricultural Bank of China (Hong Kong branch). Another 2013 graduate, Zheng Mengyao, is the Assistant Relationship Manager in the E.sun Bank (Hong Kong). |
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Zeng Ziyang |
Zheng Mengyao |
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Huang Ning, a 2013 graduate, is a Management Trainee in the China Merchants Bank (Shenzhen). Zhang Jingjing is working as a Project Manager at the Zhongshan Securities Ltd. (Shenzhen). [ more ] |
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Huang Ning |
Zhang Jingjing |
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After graduation, Liu Yilun is employed as the Strategy Planning Officer at the HONG KONG Airlines. [ more ] Lau Yuen Hoi is working at City University of Hong Kong as Research Assistant. [ more ] |
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Liu Yilun |
Lau Yuen Hoi |
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Huang Yangyang, graduated in 2012, is employed as a Management Trainee in China Construction Bank, Headquarters (Beijing). [ more ] Another 2012 graduate, Ma Junming, is working as an Assistant in the Market and Investment Department of China Development Bank (Shandong Branch). [ more ] |
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Huang Yangyang |
Ma Junming |
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After graduation, Chen Guowang is employed as Assistant General at Feed Division, China Oil & Foodstuffs Corporation (COFCO). [ more ] Frias Lugo, Claudia Monserrat is working at Trafigura, Switzerland as Hedging Deals Desk Analyst. [ more ] |
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Chen Guowang |
Frias Lugo, Claudia Monserrat |
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Li Yizhen, graduated in 2011, is employed as a Management Trainee in the Headquarter of the People’s Bank of China (Shanghai). [ more ] After graduation, Zheng Kai is working as an Associate Manager in China Construction Bank in Hong Kong (CCBHK). [ more ] |
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Li Yizhen |
Zheng Kai |
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Another 2011 graduate, He Huan, is a Management Trainee in the Headquarter of Bank of Communications (Beijing). Xiang Qingyu is working as a Senior Analyst at Orient Securities Co., Ltd (Shenzhen). [ more ] |
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He Huan |
Xiang Qingyu |
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Ding Rui is currently a Research Assistant of City University of Hong Kong. [ more ] Jia Zhenzhen is employed as a Property & Casualty Underwriter at Swiss Reinsurance (Hong Kong). |
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Ding Rui |
Jia Zhenzhen |
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As a MSAE graduate of 2010, Xiao Miao is an Analyst of Quam Securities Company Ltd., Hong Kong. [ more ] Li Chaopeng is a Wealth Management Consultant of ICBC (Shenzhen). [ more ] |
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Xiao Miao |
Li Chaopeng |
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Charles Avery (USA) is working as a Business Analyst at Kingsphere Business Solutions in Beijing, China. [ more ] Wauters Diane (Belgium) found employment in Mainland China after graduation. She is currently the Deputy Financial Manager at Veolia Water, the world's leading operator of water services located in Urumqi. [ more ] |
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| Charles Avery (2009 Graduate) in Beijing Business Analyst Kingsphere Business Solutions Beijing, China |
Wauters Diane |
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