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Undergraduate Office (UGO) Monthly Announcement – January Issue

Recent Events:

Experiential Learning Activities

Heart to Heart Talk (for Business Students)

Topic	: 金融海嘯下全球經濟及金融市場何去何從?
Speaker	: Mr Raymond Or, JP, Vice-Chairman and Chief Executive of Hang Seng Bank (恒生銀行副董事長兼行政總裁柯清輝先生)
Date	: 19 January 2009, Monday
Time	: 6:30pm – 7:45pm
Venue	: LT1, Teaching Complex at Western Campus, CUHK

Mr Raymond Or, Vice-Chairman and Chief Executive of Hang Seng Bank, talked about the impact of the financial tsunami to a group of students. The talk covered a variety of topics including global credit markets, policies of different governments in response to this financial crisis, governance of financial institutions and banks, and the changing environment of the global economies. The audience found the talk very fruitful and helped understand better this situation.

From left: Prof. T.J. Wong, Dean of Faculty of Business Administration; Mr Raymond Or, Vice-Chairman and Chief Executive of Hang Seng Bank; Prof. Andrew C.F. Chan, Associate Dean (Undergraduate Studies), Faculty of Business Administration

Mr Raymond Or (standing, left) and Prof. Andrew C.F. Chan (standing, right) with the audience.

The summary of the talk was published in Hong Kong Economic Journal on 24 January and is available at http://www3.baf.cuhk.edu.hk/download1/getfile.asp?fileID=560.

Ryan Wong, Integrated BBA Year 2 student, said:

"If you are not losing more than 50 percent, you are indeed winning." Mr Or shared his views on the current financial crisis and economy at the Heart to Heart Talk. Since late 2007, after the financial tsunami started, everyone has basically been ’losing’. Some have seen their wealth evaporate in the financial markets, some have lost their jobs, some have found it hard to sustain their retired lifestyle since they invested and lost their money in high-risk investment products. Even university students like us, though we probably did not invest, are facing difficulties, like keen competition in getting jobs. In the talk, Mr Or not only gave us a brief and clear explanation of the cause of the current crisis, but also told us what the impact and implications would be. He believes that after undergoing the crises during the 80's, 90's and also the SARS outbreak, Hong Kong will always overcome, and became even more competitive. Now is no exception. So for us – people who grew up and lived in Hong Kong – we should not be afraid and should not avoid facing this crisis. We should try our best while passing through this difficult time."

Heart to Heart Talk (for GLOBE Students)

Topic	: Globalization – Hong Kong’s Threats and Opportunities
Speaker	: Mr Edward Leung, Chief Economist of Hong Kong Trade Development Council
Date	: 5 January 2009, Monday
Time	: 6:30pm – 8:50pm
Venue	: Room 101, Leung Kau Kui Building and University Guesthouse

Mr Edward Leung, chief economist of the Hong Kong Trade Development Council, was invited to deliver a talk to 75 GLOBE students and some secondary school students. He shared valuable insights and exchanged views with GLOBE students on globalization. GLOBE students from the Copenhagen Business School (CBS) and the University of North Carolina – Chapel Hill (UNC) are currently on their trip to study Asian business management and practices at CUHK in this semester.

A welcoming dinner was arranged after the Heart to Heart talk. It was our honour to have Professor T.J. Wong, Dean of the CUHK Faculty of Business Administration, to deliver the welcoming remarks to the GLOBE students during the welcoming dinner.

From left: Mr Edward Leung and Prof. Andrew C.F. Chan

Thomas Klinting (lower right), a GLOBE student coming from CBS, asked a question during the talk.

Prof. T.J. Wong and Prof. Gordon Cheung (centre) with some GLOBE students and secondary school students

Two GLOBE students, Yvonne Tsui and Jeff Hui, wish to share their reflections with us:

Yvonne Tsui, a year-3 GLOBE student, said, "Globalization has shaped the world in many ways. With the current financial turmoil, it is even more important for Hong Kong to grasp the opportunities and understand the threats brought by turmoil. Mr Leung began the talk with two questions, ‘Will the current financial crisis hinder globalization?’ and ‘Will the recession taking place in some Western countries lead to the rise of protectionism?’ Instead of providing us with the answers directly, he continued by introducing the origin of globalization and gave us various examples illustrating its impact. Mr Leung ended with two questions again, ‘Can China consume more of what it produces and not sell its products cheaply to the USA or other countries?’ and ‘Will the Western countries begin to decrease their consumption rate?’ This talk was truly thought provoking. Mr Leung led us to identify the key questions instead of merely feeding us with some information. Only through asking the right questions can we find a meaningful answer."

Jeff Hui, a year-1 GLOBE student, said, “Globalization has been shaping the world to an extremely large extent in all dimensions over the past few decades. The opportunities and threats it brings are both tremendous. Hong Kong, being one of the most prominent footholds for foreign investors to enter the Chinese market, has undoubtedly been greatly influenced by the trend of globalization. The Heart To Heart Talk by Mr Edward Leung provided insights that enlightened the audience. The presentation was eye-opening, in that the speaker analyzed the global environment of the business sector. The experience was undoubtedly valuable and equipped the audience with essential knowledge to strive for the best in the era we are in. I am looking forward to attending other Heart To Heart Talks organized by the Faculty to prepare for the future ahead.”

Dining Etiquette Workshop

Date	: 20 January 2009, Tuesday
Time	: 6:30pm - 9:30pm
Venue	: The Harbourview, Wanchai

A workshop aimed to cultivate students with proper dining etiquette was arranged on 20 January. In the workshop, the trainer showed students techniques and rules for what to do during a business occasion. Student participants found the workshop very interesting and useful.

A snap shot during the workshop

Group Photo

Champion Apprentice Programme

Mr. Paul Kan, Chairman and Founder of the Champion Technology, met with selected students on 11 and 18 January at Cafe Landmark and Shatin Racecourse respectively. Mr. Paul Kan provided the students with valuable insights and constructive advices on business practices and personal developments. The students found the meetings very fruitful and valuable.

Mr Paul Kan (6th left) met with three year-2 Global Business Studies students, Junes Shek (3rd left), Kelvin Chan (2nd right) and Polly Wong (1st right) on 18 January.

Participation in RTHK Radio Programme “New Thinking in Management”

(a) Topic: Crisis Management

Date	: 21 December 2008, Sunday

Alvin Wong, Quantitative Finance Year 2 student, assisted in the radio programme hosted by Professor Andrew C.F. Chan, Associate Dean (Undergraduate Studies). The topic of the episode was “Crisis Management”. Please click http://www3.baf.cuhk.edu.hk/download1/getfile.asp?fileID=546 for the key ideas of the discussion and click http://www.rthk.org.hk/rthk/radio1/NovaManagement/20081221.html to listen to the radio programme.

Prof. Andrew C.F. Chan (2nd left), Mr. Frankie Wai-shing Yeung, Senior District Director, American International Assurance Company (Bermuda) Limited (2nd right) and Alvin Wong (1st right)

(b) Topic: Corporate Social Responsibility

Date	: 28 December 2008, Sunday

Chung Chun Pong, Johnny (Integrated BBA Year 3, concentration in Management of International Business) participated in a radio programme addressing the said issue. Below are Johnny’s thoughts on the experience:

“The 'New Thinking in Management' was absolutely wonderful. From the conversation between Prof. Chan and guest speakers, I have realized that corporate social responsibility is a solution for all the stakeholders of a company. It is an important element in setting the long-term strategy of an organization. I was very grateful to be invited to attend the radio programme. It allows me, an undergraduate student, to understand corporate social responsibility from the perspective of top executives who are actually working in the community.”

Details of the episode can be obtained at http://www.rthk.org.hk/rthk/radio1/NovaManagement/20081228.html.

From left: Ms Diana Tsui, KPMG Director of Corporate Social Responsibility; Prof. Andrew C.F. Chan, Associate Dean (Undergraduate Studies) of CUHK Faculty of Business Administration; Mr Johnny Chun-pong Chung, Integrated BBA Year 3 student

Date	: 6 January 2009, Tuesday

Swani Wu (Integrated BBA Year 4, Marketing concentration) assisted in the radio programme on 6 January. She shared with us about her experience:

Swani Wu, Integrated BBA Year 4 student, was happy to share her thoughts:
“I was very impressed by this interesting topic I just heard today – ‘Health and Management’. Many business people work and think a lot, and it seems like pursuing excellence at work is their only concern in life. This radio show reminded me, on the other hand, that health, including physical, psychological and social health, plays a crucial role in improving work performance. The exercises introduced by Dr Lui and other guests are simple, but very useful for us to practise every day. I believe his comments could be very good references for busy managers who care about both their health and careers.”

You may click http://www.rthk.org.hk/rthk/radio1/NovaManagement/20090111.html to listen the episode.

Dr Lobo Louie, Associate Director of the Dr Stephen Hui Research Centre for Physical Recreation & Wellness, and Associate Professor of the Department of Physical Education of Hong Kong Baptist University (1st left); Prof. Andrew C.F. Chan, Associate Dean (Undergraduate Studies) of CUHK Faculty of Business Administration (2nd left); Swani Wu, Integrated BBA Year 4 student (right)

Article in Hong Kong Economic Journal

Mr Timothy Ma, Executive Director of Senior Citizen Home Safety Association, delivered a keynote speech in our Academic Cup held in October 2008. The speech was summarized and was published in Hong Kong Economic Journal on 17 January 2009. Please click http://www3.baf.cuhk.edu.hk/download1/getfile.asp?fileID=554 for the article.

(B)

Admission and Promotion

EAS Information Session

Date	: 10 January 2009, Saturday
Venue	: Y. C. Liang Hall

An EAS Information Session was held on 10 January 2009 to provide the latest admission information to secondary 6 students with outstanding HKCEE results. Over 200 EAS applicants and their parents attended the admission talks arranged by the Faculty. We would like to take this opportunity to thank the following faculty members / university members for their time and support of the EAS Information Session:

Prof. T.J Wong, Dean
Prof. Andrew C.F. Chan, Associate Dean (Undergraduate Studies)
Mr Jimmy Chiu (for Integrated BBA Programme)
Prof. Gordon Cheung (for Global Business Studies)
Prof. Raymond So (for BBA-JD and for Quantitative Finance Programme)
Prof. Lee Kam Hon (for Hotel and Tourism Management Programme)
Prof. Albert Wong (for Insurance, Financial and Actuarial Analysis Programme)
Mr Raymond Wong (for Professional Accountancy Programme)
Prof. Y.F. Chow (for Quantitative Finance Programme and for QFN-RMS)
Prof. Leslie Young (for QFN-RMS)
Prof. Wong Hoi Ying and Mr Ho Kwok Wah coming from Risk Management Science Programme (for QFN-RMS)

Prof. Andrew C.F. Chan (middle) and the visitors of EAS Information Session

Prof. Leslie Young (left) delivered an admission talk for QFN-RMS.

(C)

UGO Member’s Participation in Social Services / Forum

Celebration Luncheon organized by Regeneration Society

Date	: 21 December 2008, Sunday
Time	: 1:00pm - 3:00 pm
Venue	: Crystal Ball Room, 2/F, The Cityview

Professor Andrew C.F. Chan, Associate Dean (Undergraduate Studies), was invited by the Regeneration Society to address and present souvenirs to the paralympic awardees of the year in appreciation of their brilliant achievements in the paralympic event 2008.

Mr Chan Kin-fung, a well-known artist (3^rd left) : Dr Margaret Chung, Honorable Chairperson of the Regeneration Society (4^th left); Prof. Joseph Sung, Head of Shaw College and Associate Dean (General Affairs) of the CUHK Faculty of Medicine (3^rd right); Prof. Andrew C.F. Chan, Associate Dean (Undergraduate Studies) of CUHK Faculty of Business Administration (2^nd right).

Hong Kong Electrical Appliances Manufacturers Association Forum

Date	: 19 December 2008, Friday
Time	: 2:45pm – 5:30pm
Venue	: Hong Kong Productivity Council

Professor Andrew C.F. Chan, Associate Dean (Undergraduate Studies), was invited to host a forum organized by the Hong Kong Electrical Appliances Manufacturers Association. The forum, entitled “乘風破浪，逆境自強”, focused on the strategies deployed by the electrical appliances manufacturers in the midst of the financial tsunami.

From 2^nd left: Mr Lam Tai Fai, Member of Legislative Council, HKSAR; Prof. Andrew C.F. Chan, Associate Dean (Undergraduate Studies) of CUHK Faculty of Business Administration; Mr KC Leung, Chairman of the Hong Kong Electrical Appliances Manufacturers Association

II.

Upcoming Events:

(A)

Experiential Learning Activities

Heart to Heart Talk

(A) Talk I

Topic	: 逆境自強 (Enhancement in the Face of Adversity)
Speaker	: Mr Hung Chung Yam (洪松蔭先生), District Director, AIA Company (Bermuda) Ltd, and Former Top Hong Kong Cyclist
Date	: 6 February 2009, Friday
Time	: 5:00pm – 6:15pm
Venue	: LPN LT, Y.C. Liang Hall

(B) Talk II

Topic	: 氣候變、世界變 (Climate Change, World Change)
Speaker	: Mr Lam Chiu Ying, JP, Director of Hong Kong Observatory (林超英先生)
Date	: 27 February 2009, Friday
Time	: 6:45pm – 7:45pm (registration starts at 6:30pm)
Venue	: to be confirmed

(Source: Hong Kong Government)

CUHK 45th Anniversary Lecture Series Arranged by the University（香港中文大學45周年校慶公開講座系列）

Topic	: 如何推動變革－向成功的 CEO 借鏡
Speaker	: Prof. Andrew C.F. Chan, Associate Dean (Undergraduate Studies), CUHK Faculty of Business Administration
Date	: 25 February 2009, Wednesday
Time	: 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Venue	: Lecture Theatre, Hong Kong Central Library, Causeway Bay

Prof. Andrew C.F. Chan

(B)

Admission and Promotion

CUBA Meeting with Career Masters

This Meeting serves an important channel for career masters of secondary schools to obtain the latest information on our admission requirements, curriculum design, student enrichment activity developments and the career prospects of our graduates. Faculty members of different business undergraduate programmes will attend the meeting and interact with career masters directly.

Session I

Session II

Date: 7 February 2009, Saturday

Date: 14 February 2009, Saturday

Time: 2:30pm - 4:30pm

Time: 11:00am - 1:00pm

Venue: Amber Room, MBA Town Center, Bank of America Tower, Admiralty

Venue: UG03, Chen Kou Bun Building, The Chinese University of HK, Shatin

Early Admission Scheme (EAS) Interview

Date	: 21 February 2009, Saturday
Venue	: CUHK Campus

A centralized admission interview for Early Admissions Scheme (EAS) applicants will be held on 21 February. To show our warm hospitality to applicants and their parents, a reception and campus tour will be arranged by the University. Faculty members will join other university members to serve as interview panelists or hospitality team members on that day.