BBA Accountancy 2020
Cheryl Fan
When Cheryl Fan Pui-kwan walked through the doors of CityUHK College of Business (CB) as an Accountancy student, she carried a childhood dream: to study abroad and immerse herself in a new culture. Today, that dream has taken her to one of the world’s most prestigious institutions—Cambridge Judge Business School—through the CityUHK–Lucy Cavendish College Master of Finance Scholarship Programme..
A Global Mindset Shaped at CityUHK
Cheryl’s international aspirations began early, but her time at CityUHK College of Business transformed those ambitions into reality. “During my undergraduate studies, I joined the Global Mixer Programme and went on exchange to the University of Queensland,” she recalls. “These experiences broadened my global perspective and strengthened my communication skills, which have been invaluable in my career.”
Building a Career with Purpose
After graduating in 2020, Cheryl launched her career at Deloitte as an associate auditor, gaining hands-on experience in accounting and finance. Two years later, she pivoted to ESG advisory consulting at KPMG, focusing on sustainable finance—a field that combines her technical expertise with her passion for creating positive impact. “Transitioning from auditing to consulting was challenging but rewarding,” she says. “It taught me strategic problem-solving and deepened my understanding of sustainable finance.”
Why Cambridge? Why Now?
Despite her success, Cheryl felt the need to deepen her finance knowledge and confirm her long-term career path. “Most of my learning was on-the-job,” she explains. “The MFin programme at Cambridge Judge Business School offers a rigorous academic foundation and global networking opportunities that will elevate my career.”
The fully funded scholarship made this possible. “I’m grateful to CityUHK for investing in its alumni and creating pathways to world-class education,” Cheryl says. “This scholarship reflects the College’s commitment to nurturing future leaders in finance.”
Prof Yangyang Chen (first from left), Head of Department of Accountancy, Prof Michael Wong (second from right), Associate Professor of Department of Economic and Finance, and Prof Alvin Leung (first from right), Associate Dean of College of Business, proudly congratulate Cheryl on receiving the prestigious CityUHK–Lucy Cavendish College Cambridge Scholarship, marking her next chapter at Cambridge Judge Business School.
Cheryl expresses heartfelt gratitude to CityUHK College of Business for empowering her to pursue her dream through the prestigious Cambridge Scholarship.
Thriving at Cambridge
Now immersed in the MFin programme, Cheryl is excited about the City Speaker Series, a hallmark of Cambridge Judge Business School that brings industry leaders to campus. “It’s a chance to learn from top professionals and expand my network globally,” she says. “I look forward to stepping out of my comfort zone and connecting with peers who share the same passion for finance.”
Advice for Future Leaders
Her message to current CB students and alumni? “Trust yourself and plan strategically. Studying abroad is a once-in-a-lifetime adventure, and there are resources—like this scholarship—that make it possible. Take the leap.”
Cheryl embraces the Cambridge experience, building meaningful connections with peers who share her passion for finance and global leadership.