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Launch of TPg Career Week 2024

In an exciting commencement on the evening of 25 March 2024, Prof. SHI Shanshan, the Associate Dean (Taught Postgraduate Studies) and Director of the Taught Postgraduate Programmes Office at the Faculty of Business, proudly inaugurated the TPg Career Week 2024.  Scheduled from March 25 to March 28, 2024, this hallmark annual event, hosted by the Taught Postgraduate Programmes Office (TPO), is dedicated to equipping students with essential resources and guidance for their career advancement.

This year’s theme, "Unlocking the Path to Starting a Great Career," sets the stage for an enlightening week.  We are honored to welcome distinguished speakers such as Mr. Kenny WEI, Partner at EY Hong Kong’s Tax-Transfer Pricing Practice, and Ms. Fenghua ZHENG, Deputy General Manager of HR at Kingdee International Software Group Company Limited (金蝶国际软件集团有限公司) and Executive Dean of Kingdee Business School. They offered invaluable insights from their vast experiences in the business and HR realms, respectively.

Insights from EY Team:

Mr. Kenny WEI, a Lingnan University alumnus in 2003, kicked off the sharing session by discussing his journey into the accounting sector.  He encouraged students to leverage their unique strengths and the dynamic opportunities in Hong Kong to forge successful careers.  Highlighting the critical elements for success - attitude, brainpower, and communication skills - he provided a foundational blueprint for students to follow.

Ms. Sinny ZHAO, Manager at EY Hong Kong’s Tax-Transfer Pricing Practice, shared her personal story, focusing on overcoming challenges, her decision to join EY, and her educational journey in Hong Kong.  Her practical advice on excelling in interviews, including thorough preparation, professional self-awareness, and confidence, offered students a behind-the-scenes look at what it takes to succeed.

Ms. Soya FAN, a Master of Accountancy (MAcc) alumna from Lingnan University, discussed her academic and professional journey, shedding light on the nuances between audit and transfer pricing.  She highlighted the importance of communication skills and encouraged students to stay informed through the programme office for successful job hunting.

Wisdom from Ms. ZHENG Fenghua:

Ms. ZHENG Fenghua also led her team, including Ms. Bell ZHENG, HR Director of HR & Admin Department, and Mr. Nelson LEE, Sales Manager of Sales & Business Division, Kingdee International (金蝶国际软件集团有限公司), and delved into the intricacies of the human resources system at Kingdee International. Through a detailed analysis and introduction of the STAR interview method, she revealed key strategies for job hunting success. Further elaboration on resume assessment and interview evaluation provided students with a clear understanding of what employers look for in potential candidates.

The opening day concluded with an engaging Q&A session, where speakers addressed a broad spectrum of student inquiries about career paths, showcasing the event's impactful start.  The enthusiasm and participation from students underscored the anticipatory excitement for the upcoming activities during TPg Career Week 2024.

Stay tuned for more insights and opportunities as we journey through TPg Career Week 2024, unlocking the doorway to your future career success.