From 26 to 28 December 2025, CityUHK EMBA (Chinese) programme, in collaboration with its Alumni Association, successfully held its joint annual gathering in Shenzhen. Under the theme "Gathering Brilliance, Pioneering Future," the event featured a series of intellectual forums, a gala dinner, and networking activities, creating a platform for thought leadership while strengthening alumni connections.
College of Business management and alumni take a group photo at the EMBAC 2025 Annual Gathering photo wall.
The gathering commenced on 26 December with the “Global Vision: Setting Sail from CityUHK Forum”, which focused on opportunities in emerging markets and strategies for international business expansion. The forum brought together renowned academic experts and industry leaders to share insights on policy landscapes, market trends, cross-cultural leadership, cross-border mergers and acquisitions, and risk management. Through keynote presentations and interactive discussions, participants gained a comprehensive perspective on global business growth. In addition to EMBA (Chinese) alumni, the event welcomed alumni from other College of Business programmes, fostering cross-programme exchange and collaboration.
EMBA (Chinese) alumni and alumni from other College of Business programmes have cross-programme exchange and collaboration in the “Global Vision: Setting Sail from CityUHK Forum”
Forum speech by Mr Weihua Wang, Chairman of CityUHK EMBA (Chinese) Alumni Association.
On 27 December, the momentum continued with a vibrant dinner highlighted by a spectacular light show and cultural performances by alumni and programme staff. The evening celebrated the diversity and unity of the EMBA (Chinese) community through music, dance, and recitations. Professor Stephen Shum, Dean of the College of Business, emphasised the college’s dedication to uniting and empowering alumni, expressing anticipation for ongoing collaboration in the future.
Professor Stephen Shum, Dean of the College of Business, welcomes forum participants.
Spectacular light show ignites the annual gathering.
Alumni Association Anthem performed by the presidium.
Prof. Julie Li (first on the right), CityUHK Deputy Vice-President (Mainland Strategy) and Deputy Dean of the College of Business, and Prof. Gang Hao (first on the left), EMBA (Chinese) Programme Co-director, show their appreciation to the awardees of “Childlike Heart, Dream-Building Award”.
A notable feature of the event was the presentation of the “Childlike Heart, Dream-Building Award,” recognising alumni contributions to charitable initiatives. Alumni of the EMBA (Chinese) programme have consistently engaged in annual social welfare and charitable initiatives, making voluntary donations to children with leukemia. To date, these efforts have benefited more than 6,800 children. This award reflects the programme’s dedication to social responsibility and its enduring values of compassion and community engagement.
This annual gathering exemplified the programme’s vision of “Integrating Global Wisdom, Shaping the Future” by combining professional insights with meaningful connections. Looking ahead, CityUHK EMBA (Chinese) remains committed to creating platforms that support alumni development and global engagement, paving the way for shared success and collective achievement.
EMBA (Chinese) alumni cheer to friendship at the annual banquet.