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School’s Study Outlines Blueprint for Green and Sustainable Finance Talent Development
Various media, including , The Standard, Mirage News, China Review News, Now.com, HKEJ, HKEJ - Finance, HK01, Sing Tao, Bastillepost, Headline, WenWei Po, Takungpao, TKWW.hk, HK Commercial Daily, mingpao.com, Ming Pao, on.cc, Line Today, HK Economic Times, hket.com, Dotdotnews, am730, quamnet, infocastfn, yahoo.com and Businesss Times, reported that a study conducted by the School on green and sustainable finance (GSF) talent development has called for a licensing scheme for GSF professionals and a qualification framework to be set up to help build HK’s GSF talent pool. Dean Prof. TAM Kar-Yan elaborated on HKUST’s overall efforts in supporting the grooming of GSF talent, including plans to increase the student intake of the BSc in Sustainable and Green Finance program and launch a related master’s degree program in the next couple of years.
HKUST and IST Sign MoU to Empower Sustainable Solutions through Education and Technology
Various media, including Mirage News, China Daily, AsiaOne.com, BizHub, BizWire Express, Focus Malaysia, HR Asia Media, Oh Viet Nam, WhaTech, Yahoo! Asia, quamnet (Eng), ETnet (Eng), Sina (Eng), Businesstimes.com.hk, Macau Business, HK01, mingpao.com, on.cc, Line Today, BusinessFocus, Content Party, Yam.com, dbpower, quamnet (Chi), udn.com, ETnet (Chi), Sina (Chi), cyberctm, dotdotnews and Capital Magazine, reported that the School and the Institute of Sustainability and Technology (IST) signed an Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to foster the partnership on ESG initiatives through education and technology. Chief Secretary for Administration of HKSAR Mr. CHAN Kwok-ki, HKUST President Prof. Nancy IP, IST Founder Prof. Poman LO, and Dean of HKUST Business School Prof. Tam Kar-Yan were among the officiating guests at the signing ceremony.
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China’s Economic Outlook in 2023 (Dec 30)
In his column in HK Economic Times and ETnet, Prof. Emeritus Francis LUI, Department of Economics, wrote about China’s economic outlook next year amid geopolitical tensions.
Regulating the Last Mile of Virtual Asset Transactions (Dec 29)
HK Economic Times published an article by Senior Assoc. Dean Prof. HUI Kai-Lung on the regulation of virtual asset transactions.
Improving Hong Kong’s Governance (Dec 27)
In a cnr.com article on how HK has restored social order, Prof. Emeritus Francis Lui, Department of Economics, was quoted as saying that the HKSAR should be more proactive in its governance to meet people's demands for a better life.
US Interest Rate Outlook (Dec 23)
In a TV interview with i-Cable, Adjunct Prof. K C CHAN, Department of Finance, predicted that US interest rates will stay high for some time and asset prices volatile, but the chance of a financial crisis is not high.
Global Influences of the US and China (Dec 23)
In his column in HK Economic Times, Sky Post and silentmajority, Prof. Emeritus Francis Lui, Department of Economics, offered his views on the US and China’s global influences.
Global Development of Virtual Assets (Dec 22)
In a Wen Wei Po article on the global development of virtual assets, Assoc. Dean Prof. Allen HUANG was quoted as saying that HK and Singapore can complement each other’s strengths as two financial centers in Asia.
Enhancing Moment Marketing with Coordinated Cross-Channel Advertising (Dec 22)
HK Economic Times published an article by Asst. Prof. LIU Jia, Department of Marketing, on the coordination of TV and online advertising to enhance the moment marketing effects.
Synergy between Virtual Asset Platforms and Fintech (Dec 21)
An Eastweek magazine feature article on the launch of the first two crypto ETFs in HK quoted Senior Assoc. Dean Prof. Hui Kai-Lung’s views on the synergy between licensed virtual asset platforms and fintech companies.
Poverty Alleviation (Dec 20)
China.com and huanqiu.com reported that Chair Prof. Albert PARK, Department of Economics, offered his insights on poverty alleviation at the 2022 International Forum on Poverty Reduction and Sustainable Development.
China’s Relaxation of COVID Restrictions (Dec 16 & 17)
In his column in HK Economic Times, ETnet and Skypost, Prof. Emeritus Francis Lui, Department of Economics, offered his take on China’s relaxation of COVID-19 restrictions.
Tailoring EMBA and DBA Postgraduate Programs (Dec 15)
In an SCMPfeature article on EMBA and DBA programs at HK business schools, Academic Director of DBA Program Prof. ZHENG Shaohui introduced HKUST’s DBA program. The article also mentioned that Kellogg-HKUST Executive MBA program has been ranked the best of its kind in the world for the 11th time.
AI Recruiting and Applicants’ Organization (Dec 15)
HK Economic Times published an article by Head and Chair Prof. GONG Yaping, Department of Management, on AI-empowered recruitment.
Developing Virtual Asset Markets in HK and Mainland (Dec 14)
In an HK01 feature on virtual asset development, Assoc. Dean Prof. Allen Huang offered his views on the regulatory approaches and market opportunities for virtual assets in HK and Mainland. (article 1, article 2)
Climate Risk management (Dec 14)
Risk.net reported that Adjunct Assoc. Prof. Stan HO, Department of Finance, chaired a panel discussion on climate risk management for banks at Asia Risk Live.
Green Technologies in Agriculture (Dec 13)
In her dotdotnews column, Adjunct Prof. Poman Lo, Department of Management, wrote about the application of green technologies in agriculture.
HKUST CARE2022 Features High-Level Deliberation on Policy and Green Finance (Dec 12)
HKEJ, Sing Tao and Headline Daily reported that on the HKUST CARE2022 conference’s third and final day, the Policy & Green Finance Forum was held. Dean Prof. Tam Kar-Yan said that HKUST has been steadfast in promoting HK’s development into an international green finance hub by advancing knowledge creation through a large-scale green finance research project and by grooming talent with HK’s first green finance bachelor’s degree program.
HK's Strategy in Trawling Talents (Dec 10 & 15)
In his column in HK Economic Times, Sky Post, ETNet, silentmajority.hk, and speakout.hk, Prof. Emeritus Francis Lui, Department of Economics, wrote about HK’s strategy in trawling talents amidst competition with Singapore.
Impact of Proxy Advisors' Recommendations on Company Value (Dec 8)
HK Economic Times published an article by Asst. Prof. XIONG Yan, Department of Finance, on the impact of proxy advisors' recommendations on company value.
Hong Kong-Shenzhen Collaborations (Dec 8 & 9)
HK01 reported that Adjunct Prof. K C Chan, Department of Finance, is among the guest speakers of the HK01 economic summit forum 2022. HK01 and 01icon.hk covered Prof. Chan’s views on Hong Kong collaborations with Shenzhen at the summit.
Emerging Jobs and Skills Portal (Dec 6)
Dean Prof. Tam Kar-Yan said in a feature interview with CT goodjobs that the School plans to launch the Emerging Jobs and Skills Portal in the first quarter of next year. Serving as an information platform for students, job applicants and employers, it will analyze the number of fintech job vacancies in the local market and the skills required.
Face-off between China and the US (Dec 2-3)
HK Economic Times and ETnet published an article by Prof. Emeritus Francis Lui, Department of Economics, on the face-off between China and the US after Taiwan’s election.
Regulation and Education Go in Tandem to Promote Virtual Asset Development (Dec 1)
HK Economic Times published an article by Assoc. Dean Prof. Allen Huang on the need for enhancing the regulation of the virtual asset sector, and educating investors in light of the recent bankruptcy of FTX.