HKUST Business Review

Strengthening Alumni Ties, Promoting Life-long Learning The School strengthened its alumni network through a vibrant gathering in Shenzhen, fostering lifelong learning and connections. The event featured a forum on “Rewiring the Global Economy,” providing timely insights into navigating today’s dynamic market landscape. Talent Development in Web3 Innovations In talent development, the School’s Center for Business and Social Analytics, in collaboration with the Investor and Financial Education Council and Cyberport, organized a Web3 Innovations Ideathon. The event showcased the creativity of over 150 students representing various local tertiary institutions, highlighting Hong Kong’s potential in the Web3 landscape. New Frontier in Accounting Education Furthering its commitment to specialized education, the School partnered with KPMG and Griffith University to launch Asia’s first Master of Science in Accounting concentration in financial crime and forensic accounting. This concentration equips students for careers in financial crime investigation, anti-money laundering, and counter- terrorism financing, addressing the global demand for expertise in these critical areas. Expanding Global Reach Expanding its global footprint, the School has forged new academic ties and strategic partnerships. A delegation of senior leaders visited leading institutions in the Middle East, including King Abdullah University of Science and Technology, King Saud University, King Fahd University of Petroleum & Minerals, and the Prince Mohammed Bin Salman College of Business & Entrepreneurship, to cultivate collaboration opportunities. Additionally, a new partnership with the Cambodia University of Science and Technology strengthens the School’s regional influence in family business and entrepreneurship education. HKUST Business Review 57