Career Events
[BGS Webinar] Conflict Management: How to Handle Difficult Work Situations
13 Jun 2023
Conflict management plays a pivotal role at workplaces, which helps improve communication and boost productivity. Through the webinar dedicated to the Elites of our HKBU BGS (Beta Gamma Sigma) Chapter, the coach, Ms. Natalie Evie, shared the process to solve relationship problems, and technique to deal with difficult workplace situations. The session also helped participants see things from a different perspective to resolve conflicts with better strategies.
[Face-to-Face] From School to Work: Make a Great Impression to Land a Job
24 Apr 2023
First impressions and a professional image are determinants as to whether a recruiter/hiring manager will contact a candidate for an interview. Our trainer, Ms. Monica Zionede Hall, a seasoned corporate coach, shared with the participants the strategies to create a positive impression, leverage social media for personal branding, and build a professional image during the transition from school to work. Participants were able to develop their personal branding to increase their chances in landing their dream job.
The 13th Induction Ceremony of the HKBU Chapter of Beta Gamma Sigma Society
13 Apr 2023
The 13th Induction Ceremony of BGS has come to a satisfactory end. 89 outstanding students and 1 faculty member from the School of Business were honoured with lifetime membership of Beta Gamma Sigma (BGS) this year.
The Dean of Business Professor Ed. Snape said: " Being one of the 600+ BGS chapters around the globe, HKBU School of Business is proud to provide our students with such a valuable opportunity to connect with top business graduates and business leaders worldwide. "
Mr. Patrick Tsang Shun-fuk, CEO of Deloitte China, was awarded the Chapter Honouree. In the Ceremony, Mr. Tsang encourages students should seize the opportunities arising from the Greater Bay Area, and gain first-hand experience and knowledge of its development.
[Face-to-Face] How to Ace a Job Interview
30 Mar 2023
Securing a solid job offer requires sufficient preparation and practice before a job interview. Mr. Anthony Wong, a HR trainer with 20 years of management experience, shared with students how to prepare beforehand, to create an effective self-introduction, and to develop good listening and responding skills. Students were also taught to handle difficult questions well and build upstanding job interview manners.
[Webinar] How to Network Virtually to Get a Job
21 Feb 2023
Networking is a terrifying concept to many, especially students who have never participated in one before. Virtual networking is even more horrifying because it is a newer phenomenon. Through the webinar, coach Natalie Evie engaged participants with various networking techniques and discussed ways to overcome the fear of networking – face-to-face and virtually.
[Webinar] Branding Your LinkedIn Profile for Job Search
15 Feb 2023
In this day and age, LinkedIn is an important part of being a professional in any industry. The social platform helps build students’ professional brand to help stand out from other peers. During the webinar, the coach Ms. Natalie Evie prepared students to brand their profiles through emphasising on strengths and personality. Students were able to understand the power behind a good LinkedIn profile to impress hiring managers and managers.
[Webinar] Learn & Grow with Alumni: Advanced Tips to Elevate Your Job Interview Performance
18 Nov 2022
From the initial chemistry interview to the final assessment stage, the job interview process is daunting for each candidate. There are many resources to help prepare for the interview, but nothing can compare to learning from people with experience. The CSS invited BUS alumni to provide meaningful pointers to boost students’ performance during their job interview.
[Face-to-Face] A Typical Day in the Corporate & Investment Bank Credit Agricole CIB
17 Nov 2022
The banking industry is arguably one of the key industries in Hong Kong. For that reason, it makes sense that our students would be interested in entering the sector that provides potential career growth. Likewise, “what is a typical work day in an investment bank?” is a common question candidates ask employers. The executives from Credit Agricole CIB took the time to quench the students’ curiosity through sharing a day in the life of an investment bank.
[Webinar] Create Your Personalised Career Plan
15 Nov 2022
Career planning is of vital importance as it gives students direction for their future and allows them to make well-informed decisions about their career. Our trainer, Ms. Natalie Evie, provided students a feasible, easy guide to plan their career through identifying personal interests and character, reflecting on what skills they have or lack needed to thrive in their career, and setting realistic but ambitious milestones.
[Webinar] Learn & Grow with Alumni: Tactics to Strengthen Your Career Competitiveness
11 Nov 2022
It is no secret the job market is more competitive than ever before. For some in-demand jobs, there are more job seekers than positions available. Having a good education is no longer enough to land one’s dream job. Thus, it is crucial for students to gain a competitive advantage to stay ahead of the game. The Career Services Section organised a webinar for BUS alumni to share some tips on how to strengthen one’s career competitiveness through evaluation of personal values and weaknesses.
[Face-to-Face] Steps to Get into Consulting – Insider Tips Shared by Kroll
9 Nov 2022
Consulting is a term to describe providing business advice to various topics like finance and corporate strategy. While it is often heard by our business students, not many are truly aware of the path to enter the consulting line. Through the sharing of the team from Kroll, students were able to gain insights as to how to successfully get into consultancy as part of their career path.
[Webinar] Discover Your Unique Career Passion Workshop
8 Nov 2022
Passion is one of the key components students should consider when deciding their future profession because it motivates ones to pursue their goals and will lead to a satisfying career. Identifying passion is a journey of self-visualisation and exploration. Ms. Natalie Evie, former Executive Director at Goldman Sachs, joined CSS to provide students with tactics and tips to identify passion by discovering their values and strengths, as well as practising the exercise “Ikigai”. After the workshop, students could get a good grasp of the techniques to map out the career path in accordance with their passion.
[Webinar] Professional Insights: Interview Training Workshop with AmCham
25 Oct 2022
Interviews are nerve-wrecking for everyone, particularly students. The Women of Influence Committee from the American Chamber of Commerce co-hosted the workshop to guide female students to success in interviews. The Committee conducted small group mock interviews with instant feedback and shared interview tips such as fatal interview traps and storytelling tactics.
[Mixed Mode] CV Empowerment Workshop
13 & 14 Oct 2022
For most students and job applicants, the resume and cover letters are often the only way to attract an interview offer. It is, after all, the first impression of a candidate. Our CSS executives guided students to polish their CV through immediate feedback in order to increase the chances of students to arouse the attention of prospective employees.
[Webinar] Professional Insights: An Overview of Aptitude Tests and Assessment Practices
30 Sep 2022
Aptitude tests are increasingly used by major corporates to measure an applicant’s capabilities and identify the right candidate for a job role. To provide students with a solid foundation to prepare for the tests, Career Services Section collaborated with Graduates First to organise a webinar for introducing strategies to ace different types of assessments, and skills to avoid trap questions.
[BGS Webinar] Leadership Mindset for Strategic & Critical Thinking
21 Jun 2022
Leadership mindset does not only exert influence on the growth of an organisation, it could also improve chances of both personal and professional success. Through the webinar dedicated to the Elites of our HKBU BGS (Beta Gamma Sigma) Chapter, the coach, Ms. Natalie Evie, engaged participants with various leadership experience in corporate world and discussed the attributes good leaders possess. After the session, our BGS members could grasp the ideas of critical thinking and strategic thinking, which will empower them to make accountable decisions and navigate the volatility of business world.
The 12th Induction Ceremony of the HKBU Chapter of Beta Gamma Sigma Society
9 Jun 2022
The 12th Induction Ceremony of BGS has come to a satisfactory end. 127 outstanding students and 2 faculty members from the School of Business were honoured with lifetime membership of Beta Gamma Sigma (BGS) this year.
Taking into consideration the situation of Covid-19 pandemic, as well as the health and safety of students and honourable guests, the Induction Ceremony was held virtually. The School of Business was pleased to welcome those new members to the BGS Community in HKBU Chapter.
Prof. Justin Chiu Kwok-hung, Member of Executive Committee and Executive Director of CK Asset Holdings Limited, was awarded the Chapter Honouree. In the Ceremony, Prof. Chiu shared with the elites his experience of turning crises into opportunities and promoted the idea of lifelong learning.
[Webinar] How to Create an Impressive Presentation with Big Data
25 May 2022
Big data is a powerful tool for decision-making and problem-solving; therefore, data-driven presentation is an essential skill in the business world. Through the workshop hosted by our guest speaker, Mr. Denis Miles-Vinall, Senior Consultant of Simitri Group International, students acquired the techniques to transform data intelligence into business outcomes. Mr. Miles-Vinall also taught our participants how to connect with audience, visualise data stories in a persuasive and unambiguous way, and determine right structure of presentation.
[Webinar] How to Write Email That HR Will Read and Respond to
25 Jan 2022
Email is often the first impression a recipient gains of ones’ personal brand. Therefore, a well-written email is a reflection of an individual’s professionalism, intelligence, and personal qualities. With the pivot to digitalisation and remote work, business communications rely heavily on effective emails. In order to prepare students for the future workplace and support them to stay competitive, our trainer equipped students with practical email writing skills for job search and workplace communications, as well as shared insights about email etiquette that influences readers.
[Mixed Mode] Discover Your Unique Career Passion Before Job Search
2 Nov 2021
Passion is one of the key components students should consider when deciding their future profession because it motivates ones to pursue their goals and will lead to a satisfying career. Identifying passion is a journey of self-visualisation and exploration. Ms. Natalie Evie, former Executive Director at Goldman Sachs, joined CSS to provide students with tactics and tips to identify passion by discovering their values and strengths, as well as practising the exercise “Ikigai”. After the workshop, students could get a good grasp of the techniques to map out the career path in accordance with their passion.
[Webinar] Alumni Sharing : How to stand out from other candidates in job interviews?
29 Oct 2021
Succeeding in securing a job offer requires sufficient preparation and practice before job interview. To equip students with skills and knowledge to make a good impression during interview, our alumna, Ms. Katherine Chan, an HR adviser specialising in graduate recruitment, shared with students what information recruiters interest to know about a candidate, and what efforts students should make to differentiate themselves from the crowd. The sharing session also encouraged students to adopt a growth mindset for interview success.
[Webinar] Introduction to Big Data Hands-on Coding
26 Oct 2021
Python and programming skills have become one of the most in-demand skillsets and pre-requisites for many jobs across industries in recent years. Executives from Preface Holdings Limited were invited to conduct a webinar via a combination of hands-on coding and case analysis. The workshop allowed students to learn the fundamentals of data science using Python through practical business applications. Students could also acquire the skills corresponding to the current job market requirements.
[Webinar] Alumni Sharing : Are You a Good Fit to Join Big 4?
22 Oct 2021
Working in Big 4 firms is one of the most popular career pathways among business students. To enhance students’ understanding on how to achieve their career goals, our alumnus Mr. Matthew Wu conducted a thought-provoking session to share his working life in one of the Big 4 firms. Mr. Wu also inspired students with his professional advice on fostering employable skills and taking necessary actions to transform themselves into young professionals.
[Mixed Mode] Customise Your Self-Introduction in Job Interview
21 Oct 2021
A self-introduction is the very first question in job interview, which enables candidates to establish an instant rapport and impress interviewers with a compelling story. However, it might be dreadful for students to summarise and condense all of their experience, achievements and skills into a few solid sentences. Through demonstrations and interactive discussions during the webinar conducted by the trainer, students were able to learn the key elements to include in a self-introduction, the traps they should avoid, and the storytelling techniques to make an elevator pitch memorable.
[Webinar] Alumni Sharing : Are You on the Right Track of Preparing Your Future Career?
20 Oct 2021
Some students may be feeling lost about what to do after graduation. To facilitate students embarking on a satisfactory career path, our alumna, Ms. Janet Man, an HR expert, introduced students to useful self-assessment tools which will help them explore their career possibilities, as well as shared market trends and employment outlook that might affect their career prospect. Ms. Man also named the most employable skills and offered strategies for a successful job search.
[Mixed Mode] Design Your Career Path for Success
19 Oct 2021
Career planning is of vital importance as it gives students direction for their future and allows them to make well-informed decisions about their career. Our trainer, Ms. Natalie Evie, provided a step-by-step guide for career planning to help students set their career milestones, understand their personal characteristics, interests and strengths, as well as reflect on what skills and knowledge they need to thrive in their career.
[Webinar] Alumni Sharing : How to maximise your internship experience?
11 Oct 2021
Internship is valuable experience to advance job-related skills and enhance career-readiness. It also represents opportunities to grow professional network and complete real-world tasks. Ms. Alman Hui hosted a webinar to share what qualities employers value in an intern, and how students can make the most out of internship to achieve their desired goals and launch a successful career.
[Webinar] Job Search Series: Driving Value with Big Data
25 May 2021
Today more than ever, the data that businesses collect about us and the world around us grows exponentially. Businesses are more and more relying on this data to move forward in their decision making. Therefore, it is essential that students grasp the concept of Big Data, so that they are more prepared for their future careers.
Our guest speaker, Mr. King Chau, was invited to deliver a webinar and share the fundamentals of Big Data, and how it can be used to help us excel in the workplace, equipping attendees with the essential insights that are necessary for a successful business career.
[Webinar] Job Search Series: Influencing and Working with Peers and Supervisors Successfully
20 Apr 2021
In a business setting, there are numerous situations where communication, negotiation or persuasion are needed. Therefore, influencing skill is an essential job requirement and quality that the employers are seeking for in job applicants. Our guest speaker, Ms. Audrey Loh, passionately provided our students with insights into the common communication challenges at work along with the solutions to tackle them. This workshop equipped students with the skills necessary for a successful communication with their peers and supervisors.
The 11th Induction Ceremony of the HKBU Chapter of Beta Gamma Sigma Society
13 Apr 2021
The 11th Induction Ceremony of BGS has come to a satisfactory end. 128 outstanding students and graduates from the School of Business were honoured with lifetime membership of Beta Gamma Sigma (BGS) this year.
Taking into consideration the situation of Covid-19 pandemic, as well as the health and safety of students and honourable guests, the Induction Ceremony was held virtually. The School of Business was pleased to welcome those new members to the BGS Community in HKBU Chapter.
Dr. David Wong Yau-kar, GBS, JP, Former Chairman of Mandatory Provident Fund Schemes Authority (MPFA), was awarded the Chapter Honouree. In the Ceremony, Dr. Wong shared with the elites his experience of transforming concepts into reality as well as his insights about digitalisation and lifelong learning.
[Webinar] How to Present Oneself Effectively During Video Interview
9 Mar 2021
Due to digitalisation and recent pandemic, video interview has risen as a new recruitment trend. Job applicants may find it difficult and feel discomfort with being on camera and numerous unexpected constraints that they might encounter.
Our guest speaker, Mr. Jetta Chan, was invited to assist students in overcoming the new challenges of video interviews. Students were able to familiarise with the variables in online interviews and take their digital interviewing skills to the next level.
[Mixed Mode] Finding Your Passion Workshop
10 Nov 2020
Some students may find it hard to choose their career path. Passion is an important ingredient for sense of achievement and a fulfilling career. Pursuing a passion is a long journey to actualise visions, which involves continual self-reflection and dedication. Mr. Gary Lo, Managing Director of Glo Consulting Limited, joined CSS to teach students how to identify passion by exploring their value and strengths. After the workshop, students could map out the career path in accordance with their passion to ultimately reach their dream career.
[Webinar] Python Training Programme
27 Oct 2020
Python and programming skills have become one of the most in-demand skillsets and pre-requisites for many jobs across industries in recent years. Executives from Preface Holdings Limited were invited to conduct a webinar via a combination of hands-on coding and case analysis. The workshop allowed students to learn the fundamentals of data science using Python through practical business applications. Students could also acquire the skills corresponding to the current job market requirements.
[Webinar] How to Power Up Your Virtual Networking Skills Workshop
20 Oct 2020
Networking unlocks opportunities for professional development, job positions, and career growth. However, barriers have been posted by Covid-19 on usual networking events, and such activities have shifted to online formats. To ride the growing trend of virtual networking, our guest speaker, Mr. Gary Lo, Managing Director of Glo Consulting Limited, conducted a webinar for students on how to improve networking skills, present themselves in the virtual social settings, and spark connections leading to lifelong relationships.
Effective Interview Skills Workshop [Webinar]
13 Oct 2020
For many students and job applicants, often the most daunting part of the recruitment process is the interview. Our guest speaker, Mr. Gary Lo, Managing Director of Glo Consulting Limited, was invited to share high level insights of how to be more competitive for the job interviews. Additionally, his focus on giving participants tips on how to improve and offer an easy-to-follow process for students to be confident at interviews.
Career Talk - FORMS Syntron Banking Talent Programme
30 Jul 2020
Interested in a career at banking? FORMS Syntron, a passionate recruiter for some of Asia’s and the world’s leading banks and banking corporates, delivered a career talk on how to secure their dream career in banking. They also introduced students to their highly respected Banking Talent Programme, which aims to equip fresh graduates with the skills necessary to compete and be successful in the highly competitive banking industry.
The 10th Induction Ceremony of the HKBU Chapter of Beta Gamma Sigma Society
16 Apr 2020
The School of Business took in a new record number of 141 nominees of Beta Gamma Sigma (BGS) this year. This reflects on the high calibre of our students and represents our continuous efforts towards nurturing students to higher performance. Unfortunately, due to COVID-19 pandemic, it was unfeasible to safely host the Induction Ceremony. However, we warmly welcome those new members to the BGS Community in HKBU Chapter, and wish them the very best for their future endeavours!
Innovate with Design Thinking [Webinar]
07 Apr 2020
In the constantly changing world with technology advancement, successful future business leaders no longer apply linear thinking to solve difficult projects. Design Thinking has been gaining its value as a new solution nowadays.
What is Design Thinking? It is a human-centric approach to challenge assumptions, unlock creativity to cope with problems and deliver innovative solutions in workplace.
Our guest speaker, Mr. King Chau, was invited to deliver a webinar aimed at preparing students for their future careers by bracing them for the potential challenges faced. It is thought that with this knowledge participants should be able to outperform their peers and be more successful in tackling future global problems.
Driving Value with Big Data [Webinar]
31 Mar 2020
Today more than ever, the data that businesses collect about us and the world around us grows exponentially. Businesses are more and more relying on this data to move forward in their decision making. Therefore, it is essential that students grasp the concept of Big Data, so that they are more prepared for their future careers.
Our guest speaker, Mr. King Chau, was invited to deliver a webinar and share the fundamentals of Big Data, and how it can be used to help us excel in the workplace, equipping attendees with the essential insights that are necessary for a successful business career.
Business Networking & Grooming Workshop
29 Oct 2019
Attending business functions and summits can be a daunting prospect for students, especially those who are perhaps inexperienced or unsure of how to present themselves. Professional guest instructor, Miss Joven Mak, from Blink by Joven, passionately offered our students a workshop on how to improve our networking etiquette and grooming, so to be more memorable for potential recruiters or future business partners.
How to create an appealing LinkedIn Profile Workshop
22 Oct 2019
LinkedIn Account Executive, Mr. Tony Chiu, joined us to encourage students to create and enrich their LinkedIn professional profile. LinkedIn is a powerful platform that enables students and young professionals to reach out and connect to other professionals in the business world. Many opportunities that having a strong LinkedIn portfolio can unlock, Tony advised attendees how they can improve their profiles and stand out from the crowd.
The 9th Induction Ceremony of the HKBU Chapter of Beta Gamma Sigma Society
16 Apr 2019
109 outstanding graduates, students and faculty members from the School of Business were honoured with lifetime membership of Beta Gamma Sigma (BGS) this year.
The Dean of Business Professor Ed. Snape said: "Being one of the 590+ BGS chapters around the globe, the School is proud to provide our students with such a valuable opportunity to connect with top business graduates and business leaders worldwide."
Chairman of Deloitte China Mr. Philip Tsai was awarded the Chapter Honouree for his significant contribution. An alumnus of the School of Business and an External Advisor to the School's Department of Accountancy and Law, Mr. Tsai is also known as a business figure with an extensive portfolio of public and community service appointments from government organisations and charities.
Career Day
13 Nov 2018
This was our first Career Day we had partnered with an external media agency where students could enjoy taking a professional business portrait, attending a make-up session and visiting a CV review booth.
Personal Branding with Career Success:
Session 1 : Self-introduction (Brand Positioning and Messaging) 30 Oct 2018
Session 2 : Tips on How to Groom for Job Interviews and Network like a Professional 6 Nov 2018
"Your brand is what other people say about you when you are not in the room." Jeff Bezos, CEO & Founder of Amazon
A strong personal brand will help you stand out from the crowd and more importantly advance your career. The workshop consisted of two sessions. During the first session, participants learnt more about the value of developing their own unique selling propositions. In the second session, students gained more practical tips on how to act like a professional such as professional business manner and dressing tips.
Career Outlook in Financial Services Industry
16 Oct 2018
Dr. Billy Mak, Associate Professor, Department of Finance and Decision Sciences of HKBU, shared his seasoned industry experience, challenges and opportunities as well as entry requirements of the financial services industry with our students.
How to Ace in Assessment Centre
2 Oct 2018
Assessment Centre is often viewed as one of the final selection stages for hiring managers to evaluate candidates’ capabilities, their traits and suitability in a holistic way. We were delighted that the participants had a trial on self-introduction and group discussion after being introduced the principle of this multiple selection tool.
Crafting a Tailor-made Cover Letter
18 Sep & 21 Sep 2018
Writing an appealing cover letter may result in being offered an interview. It is the first impression of the potential employers about the candidates. Students were very keen on getting insights that could set them apart and arouse the attention of prospective employers.
Writing an Interview-winning CV: What are the Keys and Mistakes to Avoid
11 Sep & 12 Sep 2018
“How can you get your resume noticed by recruiters? What are the fatal mistakes?” These questions often interest students the most. Students were given a chance to talk to our trainers and received immediate feedback on how to polish their resumes professionally and effectively.
The 8th Induction Ceremony of the HKBU Chapter of Beta Gamma Sigma Society
25 Apr 2018
101 outstanding graduates, students and faculty members of the School of Business of the Hong Kong Baptist University (HKBU) were honoured with lifetime membership of Beta Gamma Sigma (BGS) at the 8th Induction Ceremony of BGS Hong Kong Baptist University Chapter on 25 April 2018. Dr. William Leung Wing-cheung, SBS, JP, an experienced and well-respected banker, was awarded the Chapter Honouree for his significant contribution to fostering the financial and banking industry, as well as the tertiary education sector and the community at large in Hong Kong.
Recruitment Talk - Everbright Sun Hung Kai
10 Apr 2018
Everbright Sun Hung Kai, formerly known as Sun Hung Kai Financial, was on campus to introduce the hiring position “Investment Consultant Trainee”. We were thankful to have Mr. Boris Chan, Vice President, Sales Training, Wealth Management & Brokerage to speak to our interested students.
Recruitment Talk – ShineWing
27 Mar 2018
ShineWing, one of the largest domestic accounting and consulting firms, returned to our campus to recruit for their internship and graduate programmes. Ms. Gloria So, Principal of ShineWing together with the HR team had interactive dialogues with our students discussing the career prospects and highlighting the industry survival tips.
Mock Interview Practice with HR Alumni
24 Mar 2018
One of the effective ways to prepare for job interviews is to practise with someone you find him or her professional and reliable. We were very delighted to invite our HR alumni of Master of Human Resources Management Programme to conduct mock interviews with our postgraduate business students.
HSBC Global Banking Lead Speaks on Sustainable Financing
1 Mar 2018
Managing Director, Co-Head of Global Banking, Mr. Wallace Lam from HSBC Hong Kong was engaged in an afternoon’s dialogue with a full house of participants, covering a broad set of contemporary issues in sustainable finance and economy.
Overview to Management/Graduate Trainee Programmes and Internships in Hong Kong
18 Jan 2018
“How can I get into the Management Trainee, Graduate Trainee and internship programmes?” This popular question was addressed by our invited industry expert from HKCareers who presented an overview of the market trends in various sectors: accounting, consulting, commercial & retail banking, digital, Fintech & IT, etc.. Appealing tips including interview preparation process, career prospects, job duties and entry requirements were also discussed.
Recruitment Talk – Kerry Logistics
21 Nov 2017
Mr. Jeff Ma, Assistant General Manager, Training & Development of Kerry Logistics presented the details of the internship and graduate programmes. We were happy to hear our alumus sharing his insider experience.
Recruitment Talk – Disneyland
17 Nov 2017
A large crowd of business students was attracted to attend the recruitment talk delivered by the HR executives of Hong Kong Disneyland Resort. The participants benefited from the HR & alumni sharing before applying for the graduate opportunities as well as summer internships.
Master Your Interview Skills - Discover & Ignite Your Passion to Inspire Interviewers
31 Oct 2017
Preparing for job interviews is time-consuming but definitely not a waste of time. Students are confident, and may have the required skills and knowledge. However, how can they convince the interviewers that they are the most suitable ones? The trainer was here to share the strategies how to get interviewers hooked, reinforce students’ personal success and sharpen their impromptu speaking skill.
Develop Your Career Plan Strategically – How? Why? When?
19 Oct 2017
Career success does not happen overnight. Instead of procrastinating job search or missing any excellent opportunities, participants were coached to understand the importance, urgency and ownership of career planning.
How to Excel in Assessment Centre
10 Oct 2017
Assessment Centre is not a physical location. It is a selection process where candidates’ personality and aptitudes are assessed through multiple evaluation tools such as interviews, group exercises, presentations and psychometric testing. Participants were not only instilled this concept, but also gained hands-on practice as well as concrete feedback from our experienced trainer.
Career Outlooks of Financial Services Industry
28 Sep 2017
Dr. Billy Mak, Associate Professor, Department of Finance and Decision Sciences of HKBU, shared insider tips on industry trends, opportunities and challenges students had to face in order to get into the financial services industry.
CV Writing Workshop – How to Write Accomplishments & Avoid Making Fatal Mistakes
12 & 14 Sep 2017
Students were taught how to write strategically in their resume rather than using a standard template. Immediate feedback on their own CV was also given during the workshop.
The 7th Induction Ceremony of the HKBU Chapter of Beta Gamma Sigma Society
27 Apr 2017
81 outstanding graduates and students of the School of Business of the Hong Kong Baptist University (HKBU) were honoured with lifetime memberships of Beta Gamma Sigma (BGS) at the 7th Induction Ceremony of BGS Hong Kong Baptist University Chapter on 26 April 2017. Dr. Merle A. Hinrich, Executive Chairman of Global Sources, was awarded the Chapter Honouree for his significant contribution to fostering business and technology innovation in global trade.
Recruitment Talk – ShineWing
11 Apr 2017
Mr. Douglas Kwan, Partner of Assurance and Business Advisory Services, and Ms Agnes Ip, Head of Recruitment of ShineWing brought our alumni back to the campus, and introduced the internship and graduate programmes.
How to Build and Structure Your Compelling Story to Employers for Job Interviews?
21 Mar 2017
“How can you impress the interviewers with your unique stories? How compelling are they?” Students were demonstrated the key elements an impressive story should comprise.
Case Study Workshop
14 Mar 2017
“Why do organisations use case studies to select candidates?” Participants were given chances to have real practice and obtained immediate feedback on how to improve and excel in the hiring process.
Recruitment Talk – Crystal Group
3 Mar 2017
Representatives of Crystal Group were at HKBU to host a recruitment talk for our business students, during which the Associate Programme was introduced. Crystal Group is one of the global leaders in garment manufacturing in Hong Kong, providing comprehensive one-stop services in fashion apparel for a broad base of MNC customers.
Managing Your First Job with a Right Attitude and Survival Tip
23 Feb 2017
Our alumni were back to the campus! They were happy to share the positive work attitude and tips transitioning from college to the professional world.
Networking Etiquette – How to Network Like a Professional
10 Feb 2017
How to succeed in business? Our students gained some practical and professional networking tips such as extending a proper handshake with confidence, ordering meals, ways to initiate conversations, and exchanging name cards.
Popular Job Search Platform for Savvy Job Seekers
19 Jan 2017
Popular job search engines and tips on job hunting strategies were covered to prepare students for their job search.
Company Visit to Hong Kong Science & Technology Parks Corporations
1 Nov 2016
On 1 November, about 20 students joined a company visit to Hong Kong Science and Technology Parks Corporation (HKSTP), where housed 600 technology companies and approximately 13,000 talents. During the visit, students explored career prospects, and gathered latest industry information.
Students learn how to ace in Assessment Centres from human resources management professional
25 Oct 2016
Ms. Sarah Leung, Director of Tim Robinson Limited, a recruitment and human resources consulting company that specialises in talent acquisition, talent development, and talent engagement, delivered an engaging three-hour workshop on how to ace assessment centres on 25 October.
Finance industry experts offer insights on Fintech and the Future of Wealth Management
18 Oct 2016
As part of the FSDC Practitioner Speakers Series, the seminar “Fintech and the Future of Wealth Management,” was organised by the School of Business, Career Centre, and Hong Kong Financial Services Development Council on 18 October to provide students with insights from finance industry experts Mr. Lai Voon San, Deputy Chief Executive Officer of Value Partners Group Limited, and Mr. Stephen Wong Yuen-shan, FSDC Marketing Development Committee Member, and Deputy Executive Director and Head of Public Policy of OUR Hong Kong Foundation.
HR consultant urges students to map out career path early
20 Sep 2016
Around 50 motivated students attended the seminar “Develop Your Career Plan Strategically – How? Why? When?” organised by the Career Services Section of the School on 20 September. Ms. Sarah Leung, Director of Tim Robinson Limited, shared insights and tips of developing a promising career plan.
The 6th Induction Ceremony of the HKBU Chapter of Beta Gamma Sigma Society
18 May 2016
The Hong Kong Baptist University (HKBU) Chapter of Beta Gamma Sigma Society (BGS) inducted 68 new members at its 6th Induction Ceremony on 18 May. At the ceremony, the School of Business conferred upon Dr. Chan Yue Kwong, Michael, Director and Former Chairman of Café de Coral Holdings Limited, the Beta Gamma Sigma Honoree Award in honour of his significant accomplishments in both business and the community.
ShineWing recruitment talk: alumni share career advice
14 Apr 2016
Mr. Douglas Kwan, Principal of Assurance and Business Advisory Services, and Ms Agnes Ip, Head of Recruitment of ShineWing, gave a brief overview of the company’s background, strengths and future development. “Employees are our top priority.” said Agnes, who introduced the buddy programme and coaching programme of ShineWing. She also hosted a bingo game, giving away fast passes of the assessment center to students who gave the correct answers to the questions about the company.
Speak Up: Business Student Public Speaking Contest 2016
05 Apr 2016
Speak Up 2016, the annual signature public speaking contest of the School of Business, was held on 5 April 2016. Five finalists spoke up in front of around 50 attendees on the theme “Globalisation and Innovation”.
Mr. James S. Tsien gives career advice from multiple perspectives
23 Feb 2016
The School of Business was pleased to invite Mr. James S. Tsien, the School’s Honorary Professor to speak at a career planning seminar under the Distinguished Speaker Series on 23 February 2016. Over 50 students attended the seminar to pick the business leader’s brain on how to start a successful career in multinational companies.
Grooming School of Business students to succeed in job interviews
27 Jan 2016
After the coldest and grayest weekend ever, beauty care giant L’Oréal brought us some color at a grooming workshop organized by our Career Services Section on 27 January 2016. The workshop was a blend of job interview skills, skin care and make up techniques, helping students to have job interviews with confidence.
Professional accountants share their path of transformation
26 Jan 2016
To prepare students for entering the accounting profession, representatives from Ernst & Young were invited to share the latest industry trends and give personal tips in navigating in the industry on 26 January 2016.
Veteran banker illustrates how the changing industry landscape affects banking career
17 Nov 2015
Alumni Joson Shiu and Kyle Ngai (Information Systems and e-Business Management concentration, BBA ‘14, together with four team members from different sectors won the $300,000 FOR NEW VENTURE Business Plan Competition organised by the Knowledge Transfer Office of the Hong Kong Baptist University.
“Hunt the hunter” workshop provides insight into job application
15 Sep 2015
The workshop gave students insight into the recruitment process from the employer's perspective, and tips to stand out from the crowd. The main speakers, Dr. Leo Ho and Mr. Teddy Chan, were both senior business executives with over 20 years of corporate experience. Dr. Ho now serves as an Adjunct Professor at the School. The main purpose of this workshop, as explained by Dr. Ho, is “to help students better equip themselves for the corporate world in the future”.
