In dialogue with industry: CityU seminar guides students on building international employment advantages
In order to help students understand the evolving demands of the job market, empower them to shape their careers, and enhance their competitiveness in the job market, the Faculty of Finance (FOF) at the City University of Macau (CityU) organized a seminar titled “Dialogue: How to Build International Employment Advantages” at the Ho Yin Convention Centre on Taipa Campus yesterday. The event featured distinguished speakers, including Mr. Timothy Leung Chi Wai, deputy general manager of the Banco Comercial Português, S.A., Macau Branch and head of Asia Desk at Portugal Headquarters of Banco Comercial Português, and Mr. Derio Chan, chairman of the China Europe International Business Association, along with Professor Adrian Cheung Wai Kong, dean of FOF, who shared insights from their respective experiences with students regarding career planning and post-graduation development paths.
During the forum, Mr. Timothy Leung shed light on the hiring process at the Banco Comercial Português, S.A., Macau Branch, emphasizing the importance of foreign language proficiency and a global perspective, in addition to professional financial knowledge. He stressed the need for new hires to demonstrate their abilities in diverse work environments, handling uncertainty, and contributing value to the bank’s international market development. He encouraged students to actively participate in practical projects and internships during their academic tenure, fostering a well-rounded skill set for a “specialized yet versatile” approach.
Mr. Derio Chan highlighted the current challenges in the job market, emphasizing that critical positions now require a balance between domestic and international considerations. New hires should possess not only professional skills but also experiences such as studying or living in the target foreign countries. Proficiency in foreign languages and the ability to navigate international markets while integrating high-tech and artificial intelligence are deemed important for maximizing benefits for companies. In conclusion, he emphasized that establishing job-seeking advantages depends on aligning with the current trend of international development across various industries.
Dean Adrian Cheung Wai Kong mentioned that internships and collaborative projects between universities provide students with numerous practical opportunities. However, the effectiveness of seizing these opportunities for personal improvement and development is contingent on students’ understanding of their future and their maturity level. Acknowledging that some students may feel confused about their employment prospects, Dean Cheung assured that the faculty will continue to strengthen communication with the industry, providing students with more employment support and practical platforms. He encouraged students to participate in courses jointly organized by the university and overseas institutions to broaden their international perspectives and enhance their competitiveness in the job market.
In addition, students and faculty from City University of Macau were also among the audience, including Dean José Alves from the Faculty of Business, and Dean Liying Cheng from the School of Education.
Source: Faculty of Finance
