TPg Career Week 2026: Kick-off Ceremony
On the evening of March 2, 2026, the TPg Career Week 2026 – an annual signature event organised by the Faculty of Business of Lingnan University – officially began, marking the start of an empowering career‑development feast tailored specifically for postgraduate students of the Faculty of Business.
As the flagship annual event organized by the Taught Postgraduate Programmes Office (TPO), the TPg Career Week has always stayed true to its mission:
to help students break through job‑search barriers, clarify career directions, connect with high‑quality corporate resources, and build a bridge between campus and the workplace—providing every aspiring business student with strong support on their career‑building journey.
Inspiring Opening: EY Partner Kenny WEI Returns to Share Career Wisdom
For the opening ceremony, the TPO invited Mr. Kenny Wei, Lingnan alumnus and Partner of EY’s Transfer Pricing Services, who attended with his elite EY team. Drawing on years of industry experience, he delivered a highly practical and insightful career‑development talk, unlocking key strategies for job‑seeking and professional growth in Hong Kong.
The sharing focused on:
Advantages of working in Hong Kong
Effective career development strategies
Seamless transition from campus to workplace
Four speakers contributed from different perspectives, offering valuable advice that allowed students to gain deeply meaningful takeaways.
As a Lingnan alumnus himself, Mr. Wei shared his professional journey—from graduating with an Economics degree, to joining EY, growing from the China Tax team into Transfer Pricing, and eventually rising to Partner—a genuine and inspiring story.
Key Message:
Career development = Clear goals + Leveraging strengths
He encouraged students to:
Identify a career direction early instead of blindly following trends
Make full use of their strengths—for instance, Lingnan students’ strong bilingual (Chinese–English) skills, a major competitive edge in Hong Kong’s international financial environment
He also highlighted opportunities in Hong Kong’s financial and capital markets, and emphasized the transformative role of AI in the accounting profession. AI will become a crucial tool for accountants, and he urged students to embrace technological change, enhance competitiveness, and adapt to digital transformation.
From Mainland Student to Hong Kong Professional – Insights from EY Senior Manager, Ms. Yuri Huang
Ms. Yuri Huang, Senior Manager of EY Transfer Pricing, shared her journey transitioning from a Mainland student to a working professional in Hong Kong—offering practical guidance for students planning to work in the city.
She noted that although entering Hong Kong’s workplace comes with adaptation challenges, finding one’s strengths enables quick integration.
She emphasized the importance of building essential workplace skills:
Writing professional and structured emails
Maintaining proactive learning habits
She pointed out that the Big Four are excellent platforms for career development—helping students gain industry experience quickly and broaden their global perspectives. They also recruit heavily from Hong Kong universities every year, making them top employment destinations for Lingnan business students.
The Reality of Hong Kong’s Workplace – Shared by EY Senior Consultant & MAcc Alumna, Ms. Soya Fan
Ms. Soya Fan, Senior Consultant at EY and alumna of Lingnan’s Master of Accountancy programme, shared her daily work life—dispelling common stereotypes about Hong Kong’s workplace being “high‑pressure and overwhelming.”
She highlighted:
Hong Kong actually offers a healthy work‑life balance
Professionals can focus on work while maintaining personal well‑being and growth
The workplace is very supportive of female professionals, providing structured pathways for career advancement
She encouraged female students to boldly pursue their career ambitions.
How to Transition from Internship to Full‑Time Role – Practical Tips from EY Staff Accountant & MAcc Alumna, Ms. Nancy Yang
Ms. Nancy Yang, Staff Accountant at EY and alumna of the MAcc programme, addressed the common concern: How do fresh graduates move successfully from internship to full‑time employment?
Her practical suggestions included:
Start by clarifying your career direction instead of sending out resumes blindly
Use internships to explore fields that genuinely fit your interests
Actively join job fairs, and refine your resume early to ensure accurate job‑role matching
Before interviews, utilize online resources to thoroughly research the company and job requirements to stand out from other candidates
Energetic Q&A and Lively Interaction
During the Q&A session, students enthusiastically raised questions about job‑seeking in Hong Kong, internship opportunities, EY’s recruitment preferences, and interview strategies. The speakers responded patiently, creating a warm and engaging atmosphere filled with applause.
A Powerful Start to Career Development Week
This opening ceremony of the TPg Career Week 2026 not only delivered cutting‑edge industry insights and practical job‑search skills, but also provided students with a clearer understanding of Hong Kong's professional landscape. More importantly, it strengthened their confidence as they embark on their career journeys.