Dean's Message

Welcome to the CityUHK College of Business.

We are living through a pivotal moment in history. The rapid rise of Artificial Intelligence is reshaping industries and redefining the global economy. In this landscape of constant change, the College of Business is proud to move forward under a new, singular mission: Lead What's Next.

As you explore our website, you will see a new identity that reflects our energy and ambition. But ""Lead What's Next"" is more than a slogan; it is a commitment to a future where technology serves humanity, and where our graduates are the ones defining the path forward.

To achieve this, our vision is anchored by our 3I Strategy:

• Intelligence: We embrace the power of data and AI, but we recognise that true intelligence is more than just processing power. It is the "Human Intelligence"—the critical thinking, emotional depth, and ethical judgement—that allows us to turn information into wisdom.
• Innovation: We don't just react to change; we create it. By fostering a culture of responsible innovation, we ensure that new technologies are used to solve complex problems, create greater value, and build a more equitable world.
• Internationalisation: In a hyper-connected world, leading what's next requires a global mindset. We bridge East and West, providing our students with the cross-cultural fluency and global networks necessary to lead on the world stage.

In an era of automation, many ask: What is the role of the human leader?

At CityUHK, our answer is clear. AI can optimise, but it cannot dream. AI can predict, but it cannot lead. Leadership is a fundamentally human act. It requires the empathy to inspire a team, the courage to make tough ethical calls, and the vision to see a future that an algorithm cannot yet calculate.

AI is a powerful tool, but it is a tool that requires a human hand to guide it and a human heart to give it purpose. Our goal is to empower our community to harness this technology to drive societal wellbeing and economic prosperity.

To "Lead What's Next" is to recognise that the future is not a predetermined destination—it is a blank canvas. We provide the tools, the global perspective, and the intellectual foundation; you provide the vision.

I invite you to join us as we shape the future of business. Let's Lead What's Next together.

Professor Stephen Shum
Dean, College of Business
City University of Hong Kong