Feature Stories

HKUST’s new Digital MBA for Global Leaders allows students to customize their schedules. The HKUST Business School is leading the way once again with the introduction of a flexible online postgraduate degree designed to meet the evolving needs of career-minded executives who are on the move. The new Digital MBA for Global Leaders (DiMBA), the first of its ... Read More

A joint report by the Tanoto Center for Asian Family Business and Entrepreneurship Studies at the HKUST Business School and the Asia Business Council examines the extraordinary endeavors of eight companies in Asia, as they move ahead in the turbulent times to embrace innovation, promote inclusion, and drive social and economic impact. Philippines - Ayala ... Read More

Participating in case competitions can help students learn valuable skills to support their future careers. Over the years, HKUST business students have formed a like-minded network to participate in and promote case competitions. The HKUST Case Analysis Team (CAT) is a student-led group that connects students and alumni, faculty and staff, in training and ... Read More

Nine high-powered teams of business undergraduates took part in the HKUST International Case Competition (HKICC) 2021 from June 6-10, marking the return of the signature event after a two-year hiatus. (From right): Prof TAM Kar Yan, Dean of HKUST Business School, and winning team members LEE Chun Yikk, Cathy CHAN, Heywood CHAN, Andrew KONG and their advisor ... Read More

HKUST and the Tencent Finance Academy are planning to foster talent for FinTech in the Greater Bay Area. HKUST has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Tencent Finance Academy (TFAHK) to nurture FinTech talent for the Greater Bay Area (GBA). The agreement will establish a strategic partnership to foster the development of FinTech by nurturing ... Read More

With the disruption caused by geopolitical tensions and the pandemic, regional agreements are more urgent than ever. Deborah ELMS, founder of the Asian Trade Center – a Singapore-based advocate and educator for trade in Asia, explains why agreements like the Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership (RCEP) could become a global game changer. “Asia is ... Read More

Now is the time for Hong Kong to capitalize on its unique position, says Nicholas KWAN who leads a team of researchers at the Hong Kong Trade Development Council in providing in-depth analysis and advice on the city’s economic and trade issues. “Hong Kong remains resilient, and is on a path of growth, thanks to the fact that it has diversified into new ... Read More

At a time when the environment for international trade is becoming more vulnerable, China is moving ahead with its “dual-circulation paradigm”. Leading Chinese economist Justin LIN, a former HKUST scholar, explains why China is highlighting domestic demand as the main driver of growth in the new paradigm. “A bigger economy means a bigger capacity for ... Read More

Business disruptions brought about by the trade war between the US and China, COVID-19 and social unrest, have led to a challenging few years for retailers. Max MA, Chairman of Lee Heng Diamond Group and home-grown veteran retailer, has some good advice on how to get through the tough times. “Innovation will ensure that businesses survive today’s challenges ... Read More

Founded in 1906 as one of the first companies financed solely by Chinese capital to export to the West, Li & Fung stands the test of time. Leading one of the most extensive global supply chain networks in the world, Dr William FUNG, Deputy Chairman of Fung Group, shares the secret of his company’s long-term success spanning four generations . “The only way ... Read More