On 22 March 2025, the BHM Research Symposium – "Where Practitioners Meet Academics" was successfully hosted by the Rita Tong Liu School of Business and Hospitality Management, Saint Francis University as part of SFU's 40th Anniversary celebrations. This symposium brought together leading scholars and industry experts to explore cutting-edge research in family enterprise, corporate governance, hospitality management, and Greater China development.
With esteemed speakers (in no particular order) including:
Prof Justin Craig – Visiting Professor of Entrepreneurship and Family Enterprise, SFU; Distinguished Professor, Tec de Monterrey; Adjunct Professor, Kellogg School of Management at Northwestern University & Bond University
Ms Stella Lo – Vice-President & Chair, Qualifications Committee, HKCGI; Group Company Secretary, Guoco Group Ltd
Mr Johnny Cheung – General Manager, Crowne Plaza Hong Kong Kowloon East
Ms Karina Wong – Partner, Greater China Business Tax Services Leader, Greater China Private Tax Co-leader, Greater China Family Enterprise Leader, EY
The symposium highlighted the critical intersection of academic insights and industry expertise, covering key topics such as governance strategies, employee well-being, and the latest trends in family enterprises.
Thank you to all who attended and contributed to this milestone event. Stay connected for more thought-provoking discussions ahead.
On 10 March 2025, the Rita Tong Liu School of Business and Hospitality Management at Saint Francis University welcomed the Travel Industry Authority (TIA) for an engaging guest talk. Ms Venus Wu, Director of Corporate Services at TIA, shared her expertise on "Travel Industry: New Regulatory Regime and Career Development."
The session provided our BBA-AHTM and HDHM students with valuable insights into the evolving travel industry and its career opportunities. This collaboration with a key tourism body in Hong Kong marks an important milestone for our school.
Thank you, Ms Wu, for inspiring our students with your knowledge.
Students of BBA (Hons) in Applied Hotel and Tourism Management (BBA-AHTM) participated in the Hong Kong Tourism Industry Quality Service Initiative jointly released by the travel trade.
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On 7 December 2024, we proudly hosted the 2024 Joint Graduation Ceremony of Saint Francis University (SFU) and Caritas Bianchi College of Careers (CBCC). This milestone event marked the first Graduation Ceremony since SFU achieved university status, making it an unforgettable occasion for the Class of 2024 and their proud families and friends.
Congratulations to all graduates, including those from the MCG, BBA, ADB, HDHM and PDPM programmes. As they embark on their next chapters, we wish them every success in their future endeavours.
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What an incredible and thought-provoking event we had at the BHM Career Forum on 3rd December 2024! Five distinguished speakers shared their insights and experiences on this year’s theme, “Career Development and Technologies,” equipping us with the tools and mindset to thrive in a technology-driven future.
The forum emphasised the growing role of innovation in career growth, the skills needed to adapt to evolving technologies, and how to harness these advancements for professional success.
Thank you for our honorable guests below (no particular order) for sharing their professional knowledge and experience.
Mr Kit Wong
A big thank you to our inspiring speakers and enthusiastic attendees who contributed to making this event a remarkable success. Let’s put these strategies into practice and continue to build our future-ready careers!
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The Peninsula Hong Kong Hotel
Students of BBA (Hons) in Applied Hotel and Tourism Management (BBA-AHTM) and Higher Diploma in Hospitality Management (HDHM) programmes visited The Peninsula Hong Kong Hotel.
Hong Kong Disneyland
Students of BBA (Hons) in Applied Hotel and Tourism Management (BBA-AHTM) and Higher Diploma in Hospitality Management (HDHM) programmes visited Hong Kong Disneyland.
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On November 13, we celebrated the achievements of our top students at the Outstanding Student Awards Presentation and marked the reopening of our upgraded Hospitality Training Facilities. This special event brought together faculty, advisors, industry partners, and awardees for an evening of inspiration and connection.
We were honoured to recognise our talented students on the Dean's List and recipients of the business school scholarship for their hard work and dedication. With our recent designation as a university of applied sciences (UAS), we remain committed to experiential learning, industry partnerships, and internships - empowering our students with practical skills for a dynamic global business environment.
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A sharing speech was given to our Higher Diploma in Hospitality Management students by Mr Johnny CHEUNG, General Manager of Crowne Plaza Hong Kong Kowloon East.
Impressive Participation: 131 Teams from 33 High Schools Showcased their Creativity at Saint Francis University
The 4th Annual Itinerary Design Competition, themed 'Hong Kong Story', hosted by the Rita Tong Liu School of Business and Hospitality Management of Saint Francis University, has come to a close, and it was a tremendous success! We congratulate all the high school participants for their exceptional creativity, dedication, and passion. Their unique 3-day local tour itineraries truly showcased the beauty and diversity of the Hong Kong Story, incorporating captivating narratives, anecdotes, and interesting facts.
To the outstanding teams who reached the final stage, your hard work and dedication have paid off! The top 5 teams presented their exceptional story and creativity, impressing us all. We applaud you for your remarkable achievements and encourage you to continue embracing your passion as you embark on a promising future in the tourism and hospitality industry.
Congratulations to these outstanding teams for their remarkable achievements!
A special thank you goes out to the esteemed judges who dedicated their time and expertise to evaluate the submissions, ensuring a fair and objective selection process.
Let's cherish the memories and continue to support the growth of the next generation of tourism and hospitality professionals as they bring the Hong Kong Story to life!
Dr. Ken Ip, Assistant Professor at the School, has been making waves in the tech and innovation world with his recent speaking engagements!
In February, Dr. Ip had the honour of sharing the stage with renowned figures such as Prof Dong Sun, Secretary for Innovation, Technology and Industry of Hong Kong, and Jimmy Wales, the founder of Wikipedia, at the Tech for Change Asia event organised by The Economist magazine. Their discussion focused on the fascinating topic of "In conversation: Web3 innovation - data, cyber-security, and decentralization" with Jeff Ren, Chairman of OKG Technology.
But that's not all! In March, Dr. Ip took the spotlight at the WOW Summit, one of Asia's premier Web3 conferences. On the main stage, he captivated the audience with his presentation on "AI TECH: THE PATH TO MAINSTREAM INTEGRATION," shedding light on the exciting advancements in artificial intelligence and its impact on our daily lives.
The event showcased our school's commitment to bridging academia and industry, featuring impactful initiatives such as internships, experiential learning, professional development, joint research projects, and community outreach.
We extend our heartfelt gratitude to all attendees who joined us to witness this momentous occasion.
Stay tuned for more updates on our thriving partnerships and exciting collaborations!
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We were honoured to host Professor Justin B. CRAIG from Bond University and Northwestern University (Kellogg School of Management) as our Visiting Professor in March 2024! His expertise in entrepreneurship and family enterprise brought immense value to our academic community. Here's a glimpse of the enriching sessions he conducted:
Book Launch: "The Science of Business" Professor CRAIG and co-author Ken MOORES unveiled their groundbreaking book, "The Science of Business," which explores business as a multidisciplinary science. From economics to marketing, this insightful read emphasizes the importance of theory and practice, making it a must-have resource for academics and practitioners alike.
Case Teaching Workshop: In a dynamic workshop, Professor CRAIG led discussions on effective case analysis using the captivating study of "Dempsey Boats." Through interactive sessions, attendees gained valuable insights into case teaching methodologies, enhancing our approach to experiential learning.
BHM Research Workshop: Investigating the Trust-Control Nexus Professor CRAIG, along with Dr. Catharina JECKLIN, delved into the intriguing realm of trust-building in contemporary firms. Their research shed light on the intricate dynamics between managers and subordinates, offering invaluable insights into organizational trust and control mechanisms.
Professor CRAIG's visit was truly enlightening, leaving a lasting impact on our students, faculty, and staff. We extend our sincere gratitude for sharing your knowledge and expertise with us!
On Feb 22, 2024, the Rita Tong Liu School and Department of Business and Hospitality Management at Saint Francis University and Caritas Bianchi College of Careers hosted an campus visit event for St Teresa Secondary School, Leung Shek Chee College, and St Antonius Girls' College. The 90-minute experience included two engaging taster workshops, interactive games, and a captivating presentation on The Hong Kong Chartered Governance Institute and the essential role of a company secretary and their responsibilities.
As part of their preseason preparations for the 2024 Major League Soccer campaign, Lionel Messi and Inter Miami embarked on their first international tour, which brought them to Hong Kong! While Messi and the team stayed at the renowned Fullerton Ocean Park Hotel, our Higher Diploma in Hospitality Management (HDHM) students were invited by the hotel to be part of this extraordinary experience. For two incredible days, they assisted in food & beverage, buffet, cultural cuisine, looked after the recreational kids area, excelled in housekeeping, and warmly welcomed guests and fans. It was a good learning opportunity that proved to be challenging, rewarding, and provided practical training for our students. We're immensely proud of our students for embracing this unforgettable moment!
We're proud to share that Dr. Michael T.H. Lai, Assistant Professor at Saint Francis University, Rita Tong Liu School of Business and Hospitality Management, recently delivered a captivating guest talk at the University of Chester, UK. The talk, held via Zoom on January 19th, 2024, focused on the subject of International Tourism Development, specifically highlighting Agricultural Heritage Tourism with a case study on Globally Important Agricultural Heritage Systems (GIAHS) tourism in Japan. Dr. Lai's presentation provided valuable insights into the unique experiences offered by GIAHS tourism and showcased his expertise in the field.
On Wednesday, December 13, our faculty member, Dr. Ken Ip, took the stage at the World InsurDigital Summit APAC 2023. In a captivating session titled "The Future is Now: Digital and Intelligent Upgrade Drives Insurance New Growth," Dr. Ip shared his expertise and insights with industry leaders and enthusiasts.
Our School had the privilege of conducting a captivating taster workshop titled "Introduction to FinTech" at Hong Kong Chinese Women's Club College on 13 December 2023. Dr. Samuel Law and Dr. Michael Lai shared their knowledge with 15 enthusiastic secondary students.
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Our School conducted an inspiring taster workshop titled "Marketing in the Metaverse" at Yan Chai Hospital Tung Chi Ying Memorial Secondary School on 8 December 2023. Dr. Samuel Law and Dr. Ken Ip shared their expertise with approximately 100 students.
On Thursday, December 7, Dr. Ken Ip, one of our faculty members, took the stage at the Hong Kong Trade Development Council Entrepreneur Day. With his session on the latest AI chatbot technology, its application in marketing, and comprehensive safety practices, Dr. Ip guided attendees through the transformative power of AI chatbots in empowering businesses.
During his session, Dr. Ip shared insights on how AI chatbots can enhance customer engagement, streamline marketing efforts, and ensure comprehensive safety practices. By showcasing real-world success stories and practical strategies, he equipped entrepreneurs with the knowledge and tools to leverage this emerging technology effectively.
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What an insightful and inspiring session we had at the BHM Career Forum held on 7th December, 2023! The forum highlighted the importance of agility and decisiveness in the face of challenges and the ability to seize opportunities in the digital era.
Five esteemed speakers shared their professional expertise on the theme "Threats and Opportunities," empowering us to make informed decisions about our future endeavours.
By implementing their strategies, we can position ourselves to effectively capitalise on the rising opportunities in today's dynamic landscape.
Thank you for our honorable guests below (no particular order) for sharing their professional knowledge and experience.
Mr Thomas Wong
Thank you to all the speakers and attendees for making this event a tremendous success. Let's apply the valuable insights gained and continue winning in our respective marketplaces!
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On 20 November 2023, we proudly held the Joint Graduation Ceremony of CIHE and CBCC. It was a momentous occasion, honouring the achievements of our talented graduates.
Together, we celebrated their dedication, hard work, and commitment to excellence. We are especially proud to congratulate the graduates from our first Master’s programme, the Master of Corporate Governance (MCG), who are the pioneering cohort of this esteemed programme. Alongside them, we also extend heartfelt congratulations to the graduates from our BBA, ADB, HDHM, and PDPM programmes, all belonging to the Class of 2023. As they embark on their future journeys, we wish them continued success and fulfilment in their chosen paths.
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On 17-18 November 2023, our Info Day ignited a whirlwind of excitement. The event showcased:
✅Engaging Matching Game
✅Insightful Admission Talks for BBA, ADB and HDHM programmes
✅Test Your Knowledge on Hospitality and Tourism
✅Workshops for AI, Hotel Safari, Digital Marketing, Video Creation, Time Value of Money, and Table Manners
Prospective students and visitors immersed themselves in interactive sessions, gaining valuable insights and having fun.
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Rita Tong Liu School of Business and Hospitality Management’s Assistant Professor, Dr. Michael Lai, presented his groundbreaking research on "Chronic disease and tourism: Travel behaviour of people with rheumatoid arthritis" at the 3rd Global Congress of Special Interest Tourism & Hospitality in Macau University of Science and Technology on 10th November 2023.
Dr. Lai's expertise in tourist behaviour, tourist well-being, and community-based tourism, combined with his quantitative analysis skills, made his research truly enlightening.
Join us in celebrating his remarkable achievement!
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On 6 November 2023, our dedicated teaching staff organised a series of fantastic taster workshops for a group of high school students from Stewards Pooi Tun Secondary School. During the workshops, business and hospitality management instructors provided the students with a glimpse into the world of higher education by conducting engaging and informative sessions on various topics such as web promotion videos, creating YouTube content, exploring unique hotel experiences, and business law.
These taster workshops served as a wonderful opportunity for the high school students to experience what real lectures are like, enabling them to get a taste of the exciting academic journey that awaits them. It was a pleasure to witness the students' enthusiasm and active participation throughout the workshops. We are thrilled to have been able to inspire and ignite the passion for learning in these aspiring students.
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On November 2nd 2023, Rita Tong Liu School of Business and Hospitality Management hosted a captivating seminar on banking and finance dispute resolution, featuring Dr. Law Sau Wai, Assistant Professor and BBA (Hons) Corporate Management and Governance Stream Coordinator.
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BHM Student Development Programme Inauguration and Professional Mentorship Orientation (2022-23) of the Rita Tong Liu School of Business and Hospitality Management was held on 28 February 2023. For three years, the Student Development Programme had been suspended because of the coronavirus pandemic.
BHM Student Development Programme is now open to all undergraduates of the School and comprises mainly three types of activities. Skills enhancement through workshop or seminar is where you learn in groups. Professional mentorship is where students get individualised advice and guidance. Experiential learning is where students apply what they have acquired to the real world. The benefits students reap can be very different and depend, to a large extent, on the effort students have put into the whole Programme.
Thank you for our honorable mentors below (no particular order) for sharing their professional knowledge and experience.
| Dr Kevin LAU, MH, JP | Chairman and Managing Director, The Hanville Group President, Hong Kong Small and Medium Enterprises Development Institute Chairman, The Chinese Manufacturers' Association of Hong Kong, Small and Medium Enterprises Committee Honorary President, The HK General Chamber of Small and Medium Business Ltd. |
| Mr Andrew LI | Vice President, Virtual Mind Holding Co.,Ltd. |
| Mr Noel LO | Director, HNR Universal Co.,Ltd. |
| Mr John WONG | Assistant Director of Human Resources, WM Hotel |
| Mr Michael WONG | Founder, HairCoSys Ltd. |
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Mr Ken IP (Chairman of Asia MarTech Society), who is the author of "Life Hacks" and "Growth Hacks", Ken is an award-winning brand strategist, business lecturer, columnist and expert commentator in Tech, Real Estate, Branding and e-Commerce. He came to give a guest lecture on "Social Commerce: The Next Normal?" which provided a lot of information on e-Commerce for the students of the BBA Marketing and Event Management.
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To meet the challenges posed by the pandemic, businesses around the world had to react in agile and decisive ways. As we move into the next phase, now is the time for businesses to seek and seize the opportunities emerging in the recovery. This involves conducting an “after-action review” to collect data and insights on lessons learned from the pandemic, and then using these to prioritize actions to enhance business value today and build strategic resilience for tomorrow. Businesses that take these steps now will be well-placed to capitalize more effectively on the opportunities rising in the post-COVID-19 recovery. In this Career Forum, we look forward to learning from business leaders and professionals how they continue winning in their marketplaces as greater certainty and stability return.
Our honorable guests had shared their experience and given out their views on "The future trend of businesses and professions approaching to the COVID-19 recovery" to our students. They had given out a lot of industries' information and good advices with related to our streams, i.e., Accountancy, Corporate Management & Governance, Hotel Management, Marketing & Event Management and Enterpreneurship.
Thank you for our honorable guests below (no particular order) for sharing their professional knowledge and experience.
| Mr Thomas Wong FCPA (Practising) FCMA CGMA FCPA (Aust.) |
Partner, CW CPA Mentor, BHM Student Development Programme, Rita Tong Liu School of Business and Hospitality Management |
| Mr Ricky Lai FCG FCG(PE) |
Company Secretary, China Renewable Energy Investment Ltd. |
| Mr Tommy Tam | Deputy Chairman, Travel Industry Council of Hong Kong |
| Mr Ben Wong | General Manager, Global Alliance Networks Ltd. External Adviser, Rita Tong Liu School of Business and Hospitality Management |
| Mr Michael Wong | Founder & CEO, HairCoSys |
Students of Higher Diploma of Hospitality Management learned the history and latest aviation development in Hong Kong, roles and responsibilities of the Civil Aviation Department, how safety and operational efficiency is achieved in aviation, the worldwide air transport network, and importance of global cooperation in aviation.
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A Virtual New Student Orientation 2022/2023 was held for part-time students on 7 October 2022.
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New Student Orientation 2022/2023 was held for full-time students on 26 September 2022.
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The final round and presentation ceremony of the Competition was held on 5 July 2022 on the CIHE/CBCC campus and over the Internet.
Congratulations to the winning teams from four schools.
| School | TWGHs Kap Yan Directors' College |
| Teacher | Mr CHEUNG Tak Hung |
| Team Members | CHEN Yeuk Fei CHUI Chau Laam KO Hau Ching (Team Leader) YIP Bo Ki |
| School | ELCHK Lutheran Secondary School |
| Teacher | Ms LI Mei Ling |
| Team Members | LUK Suet Ying MIU Canaan NG Lok Ching PUN Yee Han (Team Leader) |
2nd Runner-up
| School | Toi Shan Association College |
| Teacher | Ms MAN Po Yan |
| Team Members | LAM Ka Chun (Team Leader) LEUNG Yat Hin LI Chun Yin NG Cheuk Fung, Ray |
| School | China Holiness College |
| Teacher | Ms LEE Man Wai |
| Team Members | CHAU Angus NIE Wen Yan WONG Yuen Ting YANG Tsoi Wan (Team Leader) |
The Competition attracted participants from 16 schools with entries of 3-day local tour itineraries highlighting cuisines and visitor attractions in Hong Kong to support the city’s tourism industry, especially in hard times during the COVID 19 pandemic. Secondary school students showed creativity and shared interesting ideas about promoting gastronomic delights and beautiful spots in Hong Kong.
The first round of the Competition was held in May to June. The four teams securing the highest number of votes on CIHECBCC YouTube channel entered the final during which their entries were judged according to the design, originality, feasibility, and presentation of the itineraries.
Grateful thanks to the panel of judges for their time and evaluation.
Professor Tony TSE (Panel Chair)
Professor of Practice and Programme Director (Industry Partnerships), School of Hotel and Tourism Management, The Hong Kong Polytechnic University
Honorary Professor, Rita Tong Liu School of Business and Hospitality Management, Caritas Institute of Higher Education
Mr Tommy TAM
Deputy Chairman, Travel Industry Council of Hong Kong
Ms Becky IP
Deputy Executive Director, Hong Kong Tourism Board
Mr Eddie LAM
Director of Human Resources, Hyatt Regency Hong Kong, Sha Tin
Mr Seth LI
Assistant Director (Operational Projects), Cordis, Hong Kong
Miss Yvonne WAI
Training Manager, Royal Garden, Hong Kong
Appreciation for the support of all sponsors.
Cordis, Hong Kong
Hyatt Regency Hong Kong, Sha Tin
Royal Garden, Hong Kong
Ajijiman Japanese Restaurant
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A seminar, entitled Overview of Forensic Accounting, was successfully held on 5 May 2022.
We are deeply grateful to have with us on that day Forensic & Integrity experts from Ernst & Young (EY). We found their presentations not only informative but also inspiring. We learned how accounting, auditing and investigative skills could be applied to the examination of finances and the discovery of financial crimes. Overall, the speakers helped us look beyond the numbers into the business reality of a situation and the likelihood of criminal intent. They also gave us an idea of the latest technologies and tools, regulations and compliance, dispute resolution, and value creation. One example is the use of digital forensic technique which identifies, collects, extracts, analyses, and preserves electronic evidence in computer hard drive, mobile device, etc. Their experience would be greatly helpful for preparing our students for the changing business world and the challenging accounting profession.
A big thank you to all the speakers for letting us know more about analyzing and interpreting complex financial and business matters and the role of a forensic accountant.
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Josephine Yam |
Senior Manager |
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Karen Wong |
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Alfred Tai |
Manager |
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Brandon Hui |
Manager |
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The prolonging COVID-19 pandemic has changed the world and our daily life unexpectedly. Business format and remote work have put innovation priorities for many firms. If something has become clear in the past few months, it is how quickly business transformation, especially those strategic initiatives relating to digital innovation, can take place when it is not optional to sustain their competitive advantages. Many firms have made progress that otherwise might have taken years to accomplish. How do businesses or individual professionals keep up this momentum and avoid falling back into old practices? The expectations of customers, suppliers or other stakeholders may have shifted to a digital era and returning to the business that was done before is simply not an option. Cultural change is probably the hardest part of business or digital transformation. In this career forum, we look forward to hearing from business leaders and professionals how they embrace business transformation through tough times.
Our honorable guests had shared their experience and given out their views on "Business Transformation through Tough Times" to our students. They had given out a lot of industries' information and good advices with related to our streams, i.e., Accountancy, Corporate Management & Governance, Hotel Management, Marketing & Event Management and Enterpreneurship.
Thank you for our honorable guests below (no particular order) for sharing their professional knowledge and experience.
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Mr Thomas Wong FCPA (Practising) FCMA CGMA FCPA (Aust.) |
Partner, CW CPA Mentor, BHM Student Development Programme, Rita Tong Liu School of Business and Hospitality Management |
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Dr Eva Chan FCG HKFCG(PE) |
Head of Investor Relations, C C Land Holdings Ltd. Chairman, Hong Kong Investor Relations Association Independent Non-Executive Director, Capital Environment Holdings Ltd. |
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Mr C. K. To |
Managing Director, Golden News Enterprises Ltd. |
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Mr Nicholas Yim |
Founder and CEO, Alphahygienic Director, Hong Kong Executive Professionals Association YouTuber |
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Dr Kevin Lau, JP |
Managing Director, Hanville Co.,Ltd. President, Hong Kong Small and Medium Enterprises Development Institute Chairman, The Chinese Manufacturers' Association of Hong Kong, Small and Medium Enterprises Committee Honorary President, The HK General Chamber of Small and Medium Business Ltd. |
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After months of study for the courses Food Production and Food & Beverage Management, a special trial of ‘High Tea’ was held for BBAHM and HDHM students to gain the hands-on experience .
All colleagues of BHM were invited to the High Tea. Students’ performances were impressive and all of us were having a joyful afternoon tea.
Bishop Lei International
The Year 1 students of Higher Diploma in Hospitality Management firstly visited a special guesthouse in Central. All students could explore the hospitality service operated by the Catholic Church to travelers and visitors.
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Virtual Student Gathering 2021/2022 was held on 22 October 2021.
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A Collaborative Course Agreement (CCA) Signing Ceremony was held on 12 October 2021 at Tseung Kwan O campus of Caritas Institute of Higher Education (CIHE).
CIHE President Dr Kim Mak and Hong Kong Chartered Governance Institute (HKCGI) Council Member and Chairperson Mrs Natalia Seng attended the ceremony and signed the CCA to mark the collaboration.
Master of Corporate Governance (MCG) has been granted Collaborative Course Agreement (CCA) by HKCGI effective from January 2022. Graduates of the Programme will be eligible for full exemption from the examinations of Chartered Governance Qualifying Programme (CGQP). With a number of years of recognised work experience, they can apply for associate membership of both Chartered Secretary and Chartered Governance Professional.
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The "3D/2N City Walk – Exploring the legacy of Hong Kong" Itinerary Design Competition was successfully held on 16 August 2021 under the stringent preventive measures for COVID-19. Four finalist teams were invited for the ceremony.
We were honoured to have our judges, Professor Tony TSE (Professor of Practice & Programme Director (Industry Partnerships), School of Hotel and Tourism Management, The Hong Kong Polytechnic University) as our Chief Judge, Ms Cecilia HUI (Human Resources Manager, Holiday Inn Golden Mile Hong Kong) and Mr Tommy WONG (Senior Lecturer, Rita Tong Liu School of Business and Hospitality, CIHE).
Thank you to all Schools who participated in the competition on 16 August 2021.
(In ascending order)
Newman Catholic College
Shun Lee Catholic Secondary School
St. Antonius Girls’ College
Finally, congratulations to the following winners who had shown themselves are hard-working and highly talented.
Winner
| School | Newman Catholic College |
| Teacher | Mr Fong Man Chun |
| Team Members | Fok Tsz Leong Ho King Wun Li Ho Ming (Team Leader) |
1st Runner-up
| School | Shun Lee Catholic Secondary School |
| Teacher | Ms Chan Sing |
| Team Members | Huang Wing Ka Tang Lai Lam (Team Leader) |
2nd Runner-up
| School | Shun Lee Catholic Secondary School |
| Teacher | Ms Chan Sing |
| Team Members | Chan Hoi Yi, Heidi Chan Wing Yan Wong Tsz Yan Wong Wai Yi (Team Leader) |
The Merit Team
| School | St. Antonius Girls’ College |
| Teacher | Ms Kwong Man Ching |
| Team Members | Chu Tse Wing Leung Hau Ying Wong Hoi Lam Wong Wai Laam (Team Leader) |
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A Staff Development Retreat was held for BHM colleagues. The objective was to foster our team on discussion to prepare a teaching case with a 'target' company for the development on programme curriculum. We are so deeply honoured to have Professor Justin Craig (Professor of Entrepreneurship and Family Enterprise, Bond University and Visiting Professor of Family Enterprise and Program Director of Centre of Family Enterprises, Kellogg School of Management, Northwestern University), and Dr Raymond Wong (Associate Professor, Department of Accountancy, City University of Hong Kong) as our Guest Speakers. Their presentations had been enlightened us in terms of preparing an effective case teaching.
The Train-The-Hospitality-Trainer Hotel and Restaurant Workshop was CBCC Department of Business and Hospitality Management's first attempt to nourish the secondary teachers of Tourism and Hospitality Studies. This workshop addressed three main territories including hotel management, restaurant operations, and the foundation of wine. It aimed to extend understandings of the curriculum and enhance the teaching skills by offering the contemporary practice and the global trend in the hospitality and tourism industry from a practitioner's perspective.
"Bravo! Excellent coaching. I never expect to know the industry and the curriculum in such depth." C Lee says.
"How wonderful and interesting is the viewpoint of tourism and hospitality industry. That's what I never see from any textbooks." MT Fong expresses.
"This is a real and realistic ingredient of the curriculum. I become more confident now to teach my subject." K Chan says.
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This workshop is one of the events organised by Rita Tong Liu School of Business and Hospitality Management for the "3D2N City Walk Exploring the Legacy of Hong Kong" Itinerary Design Competition. It aims to welcome participants and provides basic knowledge of shooting and editing, including introduction to various social media and itinerary design techniques. In addition, a campus visit was also arranged to visit our simulated hotel facilities, including reception, room, restaurant and bar. Through a series of practical experiences, an "exploration" training was provided for five participating groups from two schools.
At The Langham, Hong Kong, the students of Higher Diploma of Hospitality Management explored what a classic hotel is. The timeless European elegance, the luxurious guest suites finished with the finest fabrics, hardwood floors, and hand-woven carpets all shine the fine of the continent in a modern presentation.
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The Career Forum was held via webinar due to the ongoing global pandemic of COVID-19. Under the current circumstances, our honorable guests had shared their experience and given out their views on how to "Reshape Business to Meet the Digital Age" to our students. They had given out a lot of industries' information and good advices with related to our streams, i.e. Accountancy, Corporate Management and Governance, Hotel Management and Marketing & Event Management.
Thank you for our honorable guests below (no particular order) for sharing their professional knowledge and experience.
| Mr Johnny Ho | Managing Director Hanger Supplies Ltd. |
| Dr Kevin Lau, JP | Honorary Professor Rita Tong Liu School of Business and Hospitality Management, Caritas Institute of Higher Education |
| Ms May Tsue | Joint Company Secretary CNOOC Limited |
| Mr Thomas Wong | Partner CW CPA Certified Public Accountants |
| Mr Sammy Yip | Director of Operations ALVA Hotel by Royal |
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After months of study for the courses Food Production and Food & Beverage Management, a special "Executive Business Lunch" was held to "taste" students' skills.
Dr Kim Mak (President), Prof Annie Bligh (Provost), Dr Dennis Law (Vice-President (Academic and Quality Assurance)), Dr Kat Leung (Vice-President (Administration) and Secretary), Mr Manhoe Chan (Vice-President (Resources & Finance)), Prof Susana Yuen (Rita Tong Liu Dean of SBHM) and colleagues of SBHM were invited to the luncheon. Students' performance were impressive and all of us were having a joyful lunch.
Hyatt Centric Victoria Harbour Hong Kong
Location, deluxe facilities, and fine dining might no longer satisfy the modern expectation of hotel guests. Hyatt Centric Victoria Harbour Hong Kong demonstrated to our students how artificial intelligence plays a role in offering novel experiences to its guests. At the concierge, express services are available through AI-powered touch-screen kiosks. At the gym, the ICAROS flying machine combines fitness and virtual reality to create exciting and effective exercise experiences.
Organized by the Food and Beverage lecturer, Master Chef Ann Yuen and her students paid a visit to a Coffee Laboratory to explore the magic of coffee and taste how the coffee culture influences the world, and experience coffee blending and cupping in restaurant quality.
A miracle is when water turns into wine. Wine drinking brings enjoyment, particularly with cuisines. Wine is also a means of socializing around the world.
Complementary to the curriculum, a Wine Tasting for the students of Higher Diploma of Hospitality Management was hosted by Pansy Chan, the Certified Hospitality Educator. It offered an excellent opportunity to acquire a comprehensive knowledge of the world of wine, and specifically practise the tasting techniques.
Thanks to the kindness and supports of Alva Hotel by Royal, the Director of Human Resource introduced Alva's state-of-the-art Smart Hotel Solution. It is a brand-new hospitality concept encompassing contemporary design, guest-oriented technology, and efficiency for guests. i-Concierge, Self-service check-in/out kiosks, Digital room key embedded on the guest's mobile phone, iPad-controlled guest rooms, etc.
Visiting a variety of hotels from the traditional to artificial intelligence-powered, and undertaking an internship there as a part of the study, students receive not only professional training but also experience what and how technology complements quality service in the market, which is definitively a treasure for their profession and career development.
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A Virtual Student Orientation 2020/2021 was held for both full-time and part-time students on 5 October 2020.
You are cordially invited to attend a series of free-of-charge webinars of the Industrial Partnership for Continuing Education (IPCE) programme to be held in July 2020 with the Chinese title "轉危為機 – 疫境增值" which is organizing jointly by the Rita Tong Liu School of Business and Hospitality Management (SBHM), and the Career Centre.
As industry-focused and industry-friendly institutes with corporate responsibility and a passion to give back, CIHE hopes to use IPCE as a channel to suggest ways of facing adversity for businesses and employees who are affected by the COVID-19 outbreak. The main theme of the seminars is to provide the public audience with insights from distinguished practitioners of professions and hospitality industry, or owners of enterprises, about the impacts of COVID-19 on business survival and job security of individuals. In particular, the speakers will suggest the ways of how one can face adversity when crisis arises and how to prepare oneself for future development over the crises. For fresh university graduates or employees who are either being laid-off or forced to accept no-pay leave or reduced working hours, the seminars will provide advice on how they can make use of their time to create better opportunities in their future career development.
It would be great if you can also share the news with your colleagues. Please find the registration link HERE. The information for the link to the webinars will be released to those who have registered. For more information, please find the poster attached.
If you have any enquiries about the webinars, please contact Ms June Lau (sflau@cihe.edu.hk / 3702 4578) or Ms Connie Au (cau@cihe.edu.hk / 3702 4500).
GOOD NEWS!!
The new programme, Bachelor of Entrepreneurial Management (Honours) in Design Business (Full-time and Part-time modes), is officially approved by CE-in-Council!
This Programme is the first and only Top-up undergraduation programme of this kind offered in Hong Kong, Jointly offered by Rita Tong Liu School of Business and Hospitality Management and Department of Design.
For more detail, please click HERE.
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The Career Forum was held via webinar due to the COVID-19 outbreak. Our honorable guests had still shown their concern to our students' future and given out a lot of industries' information and good advices in four streams, i.e. Accountancy, Corporate Management, Hotel Management and Marketing.
Thank you for our honorable guests below (no particular order) for sharing their professional knowledge and experience.
Mr Thomas Wong, Partner of CW CPA Certified Public Accountants
Dr Brian Lo, Honorary Professor of Rita Tong Liu School of Business and Hospitality Management, CIHE
Dr Raymond Siu, Hotel Manager of Bay Bridge Lifestyle Retreat
Mr Noel Lo, Director of HNR Universla Company Limited
GOOD NEWS!!
The Hong Kong Institute of Chartered Secretaries (HKICS) has granted the Partnership Bachelor's Programme (PBP) status to the Stream with four subject-exemptions (Maximum) under the Institute's Chartered Governance Qualifying Programme (CGQP) from January 2020 for a term of five years. This is the first Degree Programme which has attained the PBP status under the CGQP which is a new examination scheme of HKICS with effect from January 2020. Please click HERE for the official announcement.
The Hong Kong Council for Accreditation of Academic and Vocational Qualifications (HKCAAVQ) has approved the change in the name of the stream to "Corporate Management and Governance" (CMG) and the revised programme curriculum that has been recognized by HKICS for its new CGQP. Please click HERE for details of the BBACMG curriculum.
The timely changes can help our students learn the most up-to-date knowledge in preparing them for the HKICS' new CGQP examinations in June 2020, and become governance professionals in their careers.
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The "4-day Trip in Hong Kong" Itinerary Design Competition was successfully held on 16 August 2019. A total of 19 teams (including 14 secondary schools) submitted their videos to join the competition, and the top 5 teams were chosen to perform their works on that date.
Thanks to the generosity of our sponsors, ALVA Hotel by Royal and H.K. TravelBox Ltd. With their supports and faith in making the Competition more enjoyable.
We were honoured to have our judges, Professor Tony TSE (Professor of Practice & Programme Director (Industry Partnerships), School of Hotel and Tourism Management, The Hong Kong Polytechnic University) as our Chief Judge, Mr Sammy YIP (Director of Operations, ALVA Hotel by Royal), Mr William TO (Founder, H.K. TravelBox Ltd.) and Mr Tommy WONG (Senior Lecturer, Rita Tong Liu School of Business and Hospitality, CIHE)
Thank you to all Schools who participated in the competition on 16 August 2019.
(In ascending order)
Christian & Missionary Alliance Sun Kei Secondary School
FDBWA Szeto Ho Secondary School
Ju Ching Chu Secondary School (Yuen Long)
Our Lady of the Rosary College
Sheng Kung Hui Lam Kau Mow Secondary School
St Teresa Secondary School
Finally, congratulations to the following winners who had shown themselves are hard-working and highly talented.
Winner
| School | Christian & Missionary Alliance Sun Kei Secondary School |
| Teacher | Ms Ip Man Yee |
| Team Members | Chan Yan Tung (Team Leader) Choi Tsz Hei Kwan Cheuk Hong Shum Hei Ting |
1st Runner-up
| School | Our Lady of the Rosary College |
| Teacher | Ms Choi Wing Ka |
| Team Members | Chau Nga Ting Chiu Tsz Yau Choi Lok In Wong Nga Yin (Team Leader) |
2nd Runner-up
| School | St Teresa Secondary School |
| Teacher | Ms Leung Sin Tsz |
| Team Members | Chan Yi Wa Cheng Sin Yu Lam Hei Tung Wong Wai Ying (Team Leader) |
3rd Runner-up
| School | FDBWA Szeto Ho Secondary School |
| Teacher | Mr Yu Kwok Wai |
| Team Members | Cheung Hoi Ching Li Yam (Team Leader) Wan Ho Yin Wong Hei Tung |
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Ms Karen Wong (Director, Forensic & Integrity Services), Ms Alberta Sie (Company Secretary, Lau & Au Yeung C.P.A. Limited), Mr Simon Lee (Human Resources Manager, Crowne Plaza Hong Kong Kowloon East) , Mr C. K. To (Managing Director, Golden News Enterprises Ltd.) and Ms Audrey Choong (Digital Agency, Bigazines Consulting Limited) came and provided a lot of industries' information and good advices in five streams, i.e. Accountancy, Corporate Management, Hotel Management, Information Technology and Marketing. That was a good chance for students to understand and consider their career path.
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After months of study for the course Food Production, it is time to give a trial to "taste" students' skills. A mock exam "Luncheon for Guests" was held for the students of HDHM with their seniors' (BBAHM students) assistance. Prof Annie Bligh (Provost), Prof William Bligh (Assistant Professor of Health Sciences), Prof Susana Yuen (Rita Tong Liu Dean of SBHM), Prof K.H. Chan (Professor of SBHM) and colleagues of SBHM were invited to the luncheon. Students were doing great and all of us were having a joyful lunch.
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The Assistant Project Manager of St. James' Settlement (Youth Service and Career Sparkle), Mr Raymond Lee, came and gave a wonderful workshop to our students. It covered tips to prepare resume, outfit, self-introduction, and the basic manner when having an interview. Besides, the scheme of Mandatory Provident Fund (MPF), such as who should enroll, was also delivered.
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Mr C K To (Managing Director of Golden News Enterprises Ltd.) came to update our students on the hotel IT trends and development nowadays.
InterContinental Grand Stanford Hong Kong
A Staff Development Retreat was held for BHM colleagues. The objective was to foster our team on discussion the impacts of technological development on programme curriculum. We are so deeply honoured to have Dr Brian Lo (Consultant of APT Satellite and Chief Commercial Officer of APT Mobile SatCom Limited), Mr Simon Lam (General Manager of ALVA Hotel by Royal), Mr Sammy Yip (Director of Operations of ALVA Hotel by Royal) and Mr Ben Wong (General Manager of Global Alliance Networks Limited) as our Guest Speakers. Their presentations had been enlightened us in terms of teaching and course development.
Tsim Sha Tsui, Kowloon
Two mentees of BHM Student Development Programme visited a Mentor's office (Mr Thomas Wong, Partner of CW CPA Limited) where is located in Tsim Sha Tsui.
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The gathering with our President, Dr. Kim Mak, the Senior Management of CIHE and CBCC (including Prof Annie Bligh (Provost), Dr Dennis Law (Vice-President (Academic and Quality Assurance)) and Mr Manhoe Chan (Vice-President (Resources & Finance))) together with Prof Susana Yuen (Rita Tong Liu Dean of School of Business and Hospitality Management). Students expressed their opinions on the academic and/or administration issues and arrangements that will enhance and facilitate their studies and career development.
Taipo
Three students of BHM Student Development Programme visited a Mentor's office (Dr Brian Lo) where is located in Tai Po.
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Mr Noel Lo (Director of HNR Universal Company Limited), Mr Lewis Hung (New Art Wood Work Shop) and Mr William To (Founder of H.K. TravelBox Ltd.) came to BBA(Hons) class to share about how to start a business.
Chinese YMCA of Hong Kong – Wu Kwai Sha Youth Village
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Mr Dennis Hui (General Manager of Holiday Inn Express Hong Kong Kowloon CBD2) and his team (including Mr Dicky Chan, Director of Operations, Ms Jacqueline Mak, Director of Sales, and Ms Miranda Wong, Executive Secretary) came to BBAHM class again to give a lecture on the strategies about the customer service in hotel Industry.
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Mr Dennis Hui (General Manager of Holiday Inn Express Hong Kong Kowloon CBD2) and his team (including Mr Dicky Chan, Director of Operations, Ms Jacqueline Mak, Director of Sales, and Ms Miranda Wong, Executive Secretary) came to BBAHM class to give a lecture on the strategies to build-up a brand in hotel industry.
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Ms Jennifer Yeung (Director of Glorious Sun Enterprises Ltd.) and Mr Dennis Hui (General Manager of Holiday Inn Express Hong Kong Kowloon CBD2) came to BBAHM class to share about the knowledge of hotel industry.
