The Orientation Day of the Master of Science in Finance (FinTech and Financial Analytics) Programme was successfully held on September 5, 2023. The event provided valuable insights and networking opportunities for our new intake of students.

We would like to extend our gratitude to Prof. Gerard Prendergast, Associate Dean of the School of Business, and Ms. Alison Li, Senior Executive Officer of the Global Engagement Section of the School of Business, for joining the orientation. Their introduction highlighted the international diversity and integration of the School for our students.

We also thank Ms. Yolanda Chau, Marketing, Membership & Development Officer at IFTA (Institute of Financial Technologists of Asia), for conducting a briefing on CFT (Certified Financial Technologists) during the event.

After the programme briefing by Prof. Aris Stouraitis, Programme Director of the Master of Science in Finance (FinTech and Financial Analytics) Programme, an industry sharing session was held. Industry experts, Prof. Samson Tai, Professor of Practice at HKBU, Mr. Barry Chan, Chief Digital Officer & Head of FINNOSpace at FORMS HK, Prof. Dorothy Chau, Associate Professor of Practice at HKBU, APAC Data Protection Officer & Head of Security Assurance at Crypto.com, and Mr. Victor Yim, Head of FinTech at HK Cyberport, shared their invaluable experiences and expertise with students. They provided an in-depth understanding of the current trends, career opportunities, and potential career paths in the FinTech industry, shedding light on the practical skills required to excel.

We extend our heartfelt gratitude to all the distinguished speakers, faculty members, and staff who contributed to the successful Orientation Day. We are confident our students are now well-equipped to embark on an enriching educational journey in the Master of Science in Finance (FinTech and Financial Analytics) Programme.

Stay tuned for more exciting updates and events as we nurture the future leaders of the FinTech industry!

Our MScFin (FTFA) students visited the Bank of China Innovation Lab located in the Hong Kong Science Park on May 24, 2023. The visit aimed to provide students with a firsthand experience of the latest technological advancements in banking and finance.

During the visit, the students were given a tour of the lab and introduced to several cutting-edge technologies, including the open banking ecosystem, robotic process automation, network graph platform, AI credit model, federated learning, synthetic data, and the metaverse.

The students had the opportunity to engage in a group discussion with the lab's experts, where they had a chance to ask questions and gain insights into the future of banking and finance. They also had the chance to explore the potential applications of these technologies in the industry and how they could help shape the future of banking.

The visit was a valuable experience for the students as it provided them with a deeper understanding of the latest trends and technologies in the financial industry. It also gave them an opportunity to network with experts in the field and gain valuable insights that they can apply in their future careers.

Thanks to Dr. Ana Armstrong to deliver the seminar “Portfolio Management and Market Outlook” for our master’s students on 9 May 2023. Dr. Armstrong is an Advisory Board Member of the Finance Department of Imperial College London and our MScFin (FTFA) Programme. She is also a Founder and CEO of Armstrong Investment Managers LLP. During the seminar, Dr. Armstrong shared her insights and professional experience in portfolio management, cryptopia, structured securities, etc… with our students and faculty members. We enjoyed the seminar very much.