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GRADUATE PLACEMENTS & ALUMNI FEEDBACK | ![]() |
Over the past 30 years, we have nurtured and trained more than 3,400 graduates. Many of them now occupy senior positions in various financial institutions and regulatory agencies in Hong Kong and overseas. They maintain close ties with us and play a very important role in helping our students expand their professional networks.
Employer list of EF graduates:
Goldman Sachs, Morgan Stanley, Societe Generale, HKEX, Hong Kong Monetary Authority, HSBC, Hang Seng Bank, Bank of China (HK), The Bank of East Asia, China CITIC Bank, Fubon, China Merchants Bank, Bank of Communication, Shanghai Pudong Development Bank (HK), Wing Lung Bank, Nanyang Commercial Bank, ICBC Asia, Sun Hung Kai Financial, Hatong Futures Hong Kong, Guotai Junan International, Hwabao Asset Management, Taiping Investment Holdings, Emperor Capital, Hamon Investment Group, RHB Securities, PricewaterhouseCoopers, Deloitte, Ernst & Young, etc.
Jing Jianwen
2023 Graduate of MSc Finance
Analyst, Research Institue, People's Bank of China, Beijing
“… The scientific and practical-oriented teaching system of CityU as well as the excellent and experienced teaching team have significantly improved my professional knowledge, independent thinking, and practical ability, and laid a solid foundation for my career development…” [more]
Xiao Yangyi Selina
2023 Graduate of MSc Finance
“ …During this one-year journey, I have enriched my knowledge, refined my skills, broadened my horizons, and more importantly, I am more confident in myself…” [more]
Xiao Yuanhai
2023 Graduate of MSc Finance
Further study at CUHK Shenzhen
“ …The MSc Finance program is comprehensive and in-depth, covering a lot of practical financial knowledge and theories. Here, I have built up a solid foundation of financial knowledge and improved my practical application ability…” [more]
Yan Qinzheng
2023 Graduate of MSc Financial Engineering
Analyst, Department of Financial Technology, Bank of Communications, Shanghai
“ …not only learned a lot of theoretical expertise, but also combined it with cutting-edge technological advances to explore changes in the market...” [more]
Liu Jingjing
2023 Graduate of MSc Financial Engineering
Auditor, People's Bank of China, Beijing
“ … Studying the MSFE has helped me establish financial knowledge frameworks, and understand the operation strategies of financial institutions as well as the operating mechanism of the financial market...” [more]
Chan Hoh Ying Victoria
2022 Graduate of MSc Finance
Assistant Credit Risk Manager, Credit Approval Division, Bank of China (Hong Kong) Limited
“ … Some subjects such as financial econometrics and credit risk management can help you to strengthen your computer skills in Excel as well as develop your programming skills in R program...” [more]
Wei Ziang
2022 Graduate of MSc Financial Engineering
Quantitative Researcher, Quantitative Investment & OTC Market Department, Great Wall Securities
“ … The professors with diverse backgrounds here come from all over the world, brought us international financial information and analytical perspectives...”[more]
Xu Libin
2021 Graduate of MSc Finance
Analyst, People's Bank of China, Guangdong Branch
“ … I found the program both theoretical and practical. It equipped me with the advanced financial theories such as corporate finance knowledge, financial econometric, derivatives management...” [more]
Fung Yiu Ping Karl
2021 Graduate of MSc Financial Engineering
“ … I have benefited a lot from participating in this MSFE program and my practical quantitative skills have vastly improved…”[more]
Liu Lili Lily
2021 Graduate of MSc Financial Engineering
Senior Analyst, Solomon JFZ (Asia) Holding Limited, Hong Kong
“ … There is no doubt that I have benefited a lot from participating in the CityU MSFE program 2020/2021. I have enhanced my data analysis skills and derivatives knowledge, which will be very helpful for me to return to work…” [more]
Zhang Yangkaiwen
2020 Graduate of MSc Finance
Assistant Credit Risk Manager, Chiyu Banking Corporation Limited, Hong Kong
“ … The program had prepared me for my career in today’s challenging and competitive environment. In particular, the program had done excellent arrangement during the pandemic and I appreciate that very much.” [more]
Song Yuqi
2020 Graduate of MSc Finance
Senior Analyst, Investment Banking, Zhongtai Securities Company Limited, Shanghai
"…the Department offered the Macro Trading and Investment Workshop that broadened our thinking and horizons. The most important thing that CityU taught us is that no matter what the external environment is, never stop learning and chasing our dreams.…" [more]
Li Jie
2020 Graduate of MSc Financial Engineering
Financial Researcher, Research Institute of China Post Group Comany Limited, Beijing
"…Our professors' academic literacy and broad perspectives undoubtedly guided me to set a clear direction of study as well as career development. ...I gained extensive training, which makes me feel that what I have learned more than just abstract themes on books…" [more]
Kiran Advani
2019 Graduate of MSc Finance
Analyst, BYFIN Company Limited, SBI Group, Hong Kong
"…Highlights of this programme include: networking with industry professionals, building advanced knowledge in financial management and investment strategies, and gaining exposure to R programming…" [more]
Sun Yu
2019 Graduate of MSc Finance
Intermediate Economist, People's Bank of China, Yibin Branch, Sichuan
"Students can acquire much professional expertise and research skills through this programme…" [more]
Ma Ai Lin Ailin
2019 Graduate of MSc Financial Engineering
Senior Staff Member, People's Bank of China, Xining Central Branch, Qinghai
"…the Department provides us with a wealth of learning resources, multilateral practical training and quite a lot of internship opportunities…" [more]
Li Congzhu Vanessa
2018 Graduate of MSc Finance
Officer, ICBC Asia
"… It is a great chance to study here! Give yourself a chance and you can never imagine how far you can go!" [more]
Wu Zhaoyi Tiffany
2018 Graduate of MSc Finance
Management Trainee, Global Corporate Banking Department, Bank of China (Hong Kong) Limited
"The one-year MSc Finance programme left me an indelible impression. The programme is comprehensive and practical, which provides me with advanced financial knowledge and pragmatic information in financial markets…" [more]
Teng Fei Terry
2018 Graduate of MSc Finance
Fixed Income Department, Shenzhen Stock Exchange
"As a student with the engineering background, the MSF programme has provided me with solid training in finance and helped me to get ready for the finance field. Dedicated professors in CityU impressed me..." [more]
He Jian Jim
2018 Graduate of MSc Financial Engineering
深圳市創新投資集團有限公司
"It was a great time and fruitful journey when studying Financial Engineering at the City University of Hong Kong. Staffs in general office and professors are very nice, always trying to help…" [more]
Li Yingyu Lilith
2018 Graduate of MSc Financial Engineering
Relationship Manager, Nanyang Commercial Bank
"The one year programme is well-organized and provides us with in-depth training. The admirable professors shared their industry experience and expertise, which equipped me with practical skills and the kin sense of the market…" [more]
Fu Lihong
2018 Graduate of MSc Financial Services
Investment Advisor, Wealth Management, China Galaxy Securities Co., Limited
"...No matter in school or outside, we are always on the way of learning and growing. I am proud to be a student of the City University of Hong Kong..." [more]
2017 Graduate of MSc Finance
Associate, Advisory-Deals Department of PwC China, Shenzhen, China
"...the curriculum is also very practical. In the study, we worked on many projects and reports, which equipped us with relevant analytical skills and cooperation ability. All those are extremely useful for me to start our career in the finance industry..." [more]
2017 Graduate of MSc Finance
Equity Research Analyst, Huatai Securities, Shenzhen, China
"...The one year programme in CityU is really a pleasant journey for me, as it helped me broaden the horizon and make many friends at the same time..." [more]
2017 Graduate of MSc Finance
Relationship Manager, Citibank, Guangzhou, China
"...The programme not only equipped me with professional knowledge, but also enhanced my scope of thinking by attending professional seminars and talks..." [more]
Cheung Wing Cheong Felix (attended 2017 Roadshow in Shenzhen)
2017 Graduate of MSc Financial Engineering
Market Risk Manager, Risk Management Department, Guosen Securities (Hong Kong) Financial Holdings Co., Ltd.
"...This programme provided in-depth training in mathematics, statistics and programming knowledge, which is practically necessary for developing my career..." [more]
Jin Ye (attended 2017 Roadshow in Shenzhen)
2009 Graduate of MSc Financial Engineering
Regional Manager, Prudential Hong Kong Ltd.
"...This programme has given me a key to the financial sector and now I'm working in the finance field. It has also empowered me the ability to understand the logic behind financial products..." [more]
Xu Xuemin (attended 2017 Roadshow in Guangzhou)
2017 Graduate of MSc Financial Services
Senior Wealth Management Advisor, Sun International Wealth Management Services Ltd., Guangzhou
"...I found that choosing the MSFS programme of CityU is the greatest decision. This study not only gave me professional financial knowledge but also brought me a valuable network of the outstanding professors and classmates..." [more]
Zhang Xuyan Claire (attended 2017 Roadshow in Shenzhen)
2017 Graduate of MSc Financial Services
Associate, SMBC Nikko (Hong Kong) Securities
"...My suggestions to succeed in the programme is to be more active to communicate with your professors and friends about your thoughts on this changeable financial markets. Through the discussions, you will benefit a lot..." [more]
Wang Shuai (attended 2017 Roadshow in Shenzhen)
2017 Graduate of MSc Financial Services
Research Assistant, Department of Economics and Finance, CityU
"...After the study, I gained the cutting-edge knowledge in finance from professors who show enthusiasm and profound insights into their teaching..." [more]
Fabian Wiedemann
2017 Graduate of MSc Financial Engineering
Senior Consultant, Synpulse Management Consulting, Hong Kong
"...The curriculum of the MSc Financial Engineering is highly aligned to industry needs and the professors are well-known experts in their field..." [more]
Wang Haomin
2017 Graduate of MSc Financial Engineering
Deputy Chief, People's Bank of China Hefei Central Sub-branch, China
"...the programme is both theoretical and practical, not only helping us to understand the mathematical forums of financial product, but also enabling us to solve practical problems..." [more]
Chen Sijie
2017 Graduate of MSc Finance
Analyst, Healthcare & Pharmaceutical Industry Development Department
China Merchants Group Ltd., China
"...During this one year in CityU, the informative courses enable me to build the basic structure of financial knowledge..." [more]
Zhong Jing (attended 2017 Roadshow in Shenzhen)
2017 Graduate of MSc Finance
Analyst, Guosen Securities Co., Ltd, China
"...The winning for Grand Prize in SCB proved what we have learned in the program is useful and practical to real life..." [more]
Zhang Bo
2017 Graduate of MSc Financial Services
Investment Manager, Zhong Tian Guo Fu Securities Company, Shanghai, China
"...This well-elaborated programme not only provides me with the up-to-date investment and financial knowledge but also sharpen my practical skills..." [more]
Cheung Hoi Yee Connie
2016 Graduate of MSc Financial Services
Senior Vice President & District Manager, Retail Banking, Hang Seng Bank
"The MSFS Programme is pragmatic, which provides me with expertise and knowledge on corporate risk management, credit risk management, derivatives and operation risk management; it also enhances my knowledge on investment, corporate finance and the essential mathematics & statistics..." [more]
Jian Jiajun Allan
2016 Graduate of MSc Financial Engineering
IT Consultant, FDM Group
"... it did not only deepen my understanding of financial theories and practices but also equipped me with a higher level of development in Mathematics and Programming..." [more]
Li Guangying Lucia
2016 Graduate of MSc Finance
Consultant, Financial Service Risk Management, Ernst & Young
"... Also, in order to foster compound talents, the professors devote themselves to train our critical thinking ability, computer programming capacity, and mathematical and statistical analyzing competency..." [more]
Kan Fook Yee
2016 Graduate of MSc Finance
Sole Proprietor, F.Y. Kan Property Consultancy & ADR Services Company
"MSc Finance offered me a good academic backup of my knowledge with respect to corporate finance and governance, risk management, financial analysis and reporting, as well as investment and securities..." [more]
Cindy Liu
2015 Graduate of MSc Financial Services
Senior Consultant, Business Intelligence, Pactera (Shanghai)
"This program not only covered finance and investment knowledge, but also knowledge of risk management, especially banking credit risk management and corporate risk management, which was just what I expected..." [more]
Lesliy Liang
2015 Graduate of MSc Financial Engineering
Equity Valuation & Risks Analyst, Societe Generale Corporate & Investment Banking
"... The professional curriculum gives me a comprehensive understanding and abilities to work in the investment banking industry in Hong Kong. Also, there are plenty of career opportunities or events shared by EF department, which means, if you are enthusiastic and hard-working, you make a total difference here." [more]
Susan Shen
2015 Graduate of MSc Finance
Senior Associate, Financial Services, PricewaterhouseCoopers Hong Kong
"... The seminars held once a week by the senior management of well-known global banks and successful entrepreneurs were extremely inspiring and intriguing..." [more]
Yimei Wang
2014 Graduate of MSc Financial Services
Assistant Manager, The People's Bank of China
"... many prestigious professors delivered wonderful lectures that covered investments, options, credit risk management and corporate finance, etc. Most of them are not only knowledgeable but also very patient and always encouraging discussions..." [more]
Christopher Chua
2014 Graduate of MSc Financial Engineering
Product Controller, DBS Bank
"... I strongly recommend the MSFE program to anyone who aspires to upgrade their skills and financial knowledge, particularly in trading, product structuring, and risk management of financial instruments..." [more]
Roland Lee
2013 Graduate of MSc Financial Services
Manager, Business Risk and Control, Global Banking, Hang Seng Bank
"The programme covered financing, investment and risk management, which equipped me with the essential financial knowledge in different sectors..." [more]
Laurent Noverraz
2013 Graduate of MSc Finance
Investment Controller, Pictet Wealth Management
"The MSF program provided me with the necessary tools to understand the financial instruments’ mechanics of the markets as well as investment and financing strategies, not to mention the high quality of teaching with professors from all horizons and diverse backgrounds..." [more]
Morten Soerensen
2013 Graduate of MSc Financial Engineering
Market Risk Data Steward, Bank of America Merrill Lynch
"... very impressed by the professionalism of the faculty as well as fellow students. As the program was quite challenging, it was motivating to study together with international, enthusiastic students..." [more]
Amy Wong
2011 Graduate of MSc Finance
FX Structurer, Financial Markets, Wholesale Banking, Standard Chartered Bank (Hong Kong) Limited
"The MSc Finance programme is structured in a way to give us a competitive advantage in both the application and management about the latest development of the financial market in the broadest context..." [more]
Qizheng Mao
2010 Graduate of MSc Financial Engineering
Deputy Director, Department of Statistics and Analysis, The People’s Bank of China
"... The MSFE programme provided me with practical skills and updated information about the real financial market and financial products..." [more]
Derek Kwan
2009 Graduate of MSc Financial Engineering
Assistant Manager, Capital Market Valuation and Risk Control Asia Pacific, BNP Paribas
"... I met many well-experienced professors and practitioners from the industry. The well-tailored programme structure and the diverse student pool assured the high-quality of education..." [more]
Andre Svendsen
2008 Graduate of MSc Finance
Quality & HSE Manager, Bodo Energi, Norway
"I found the professors to be highly dedicated giving us updated material and cases to work on..." [more]
Dexter Cheng
2006 Graduate of MSc Finance
Managing Consultant, Aspiring Consulting Group Limited
"... the professors and lecturers are well-qualified. The knowledge provided is up-to-date and cutting edge..." [more]
Edmond Chan
2005 Graduate of MSc Banking
Senior Monitoring and Testing Manager, Financial Crime Compliance,
Asia-Pacific, HSBC
"... the lectures stroke a good balance between theories and practices which allowed me to associate the academic arena with what I see at work ..." [more]
Iris Li
2004 Graduate of MSc Banking
Head, Credit Risk Control, Standard Chartered Bank (Hong Kong) Limited
"... A good network could be built up with classmates as they are mostly working in the banking or investment fields. They provide strong & wide support for social scaffolding." [more]
Dr D. H. Fung
2004 Graduate of MSc Banking
Adjunct Professor, City University of Hong Kong
Adjunct Professor, China Banking Regulatory Commission
Senior Consultant, Hong Kong Institute of Bankers
Former Senior Manager, Hong Kong Monetary Authority
Former Chair, Advisory Group for Bank Supervisors, APEC Financial Regulators' Training Initiative
APEC Finance Ministers Meeting
"...It provides a forum to work with people from different cultures & industry backgrounds. This leverages the depth and diversity of the learning experience while fostering creativity within the group..." [more]
Carlos Cheung
2002 Graduate of MSc Finance
Chief Dealer, Foreign Exchange, Bank of Communications, Hong Kong
"The programme provided a good academic foundation for me to further develop my skill in finance..." [more]
Clarence Y. F. Yeung
2000 Graduate of MSc Finance
Regional Head of Consumer Bank Market Sale, Greater China, Standard Chartered Bank
"...This programme is an integral building block for my career development..." [more]
Frederick Au
1998 Graduate of MSc Financial Engineering
Principal, Risk Partner
" ... Going through the course was an eye-opening experience for me with respect to the encounters with knowledge and people..." [more]