Hong Kong Metropolitan University (HKMU) established the Career Development Advisory Committee (CDAC), which recently held its inaugural meeting. Its aim is to engage industry leaders to provide valuable guidance for students on employment and career development. It will also explore work-based learning opportunities to equip students with the skills and experience necessary to prepare them to join the workforce and contribute to society.

Addressing the inaugural meeting of the CDAC, HKMU Council Chairman Ir Dr Conrad Wong Tin-cheung joined President Prof. Paul Lam Kwan-sing in welcoming and expressing gratitude to the industry leaders for their participation and valued contribution to the career development and planning of students. HKMU has been actively strengthening its connections with employers through various channels to enhance student employability and entrepreneurial skills. By fostering a robust network and communication with diverse industries, the University is dedicated to nurturing talent and developing programmes that meet industry needs. This will ensure HKMU graduates are highly competitive in the job market, fostering a win-win situation for its students and their future employers.

The CDAC, comprising about 20 industry leaders and elites (see Appendix for details) representing diverse sectors as Executive Advisors, will work alongside students, alumni and University representatives to provide strategic guidance to enhance the students' career development and prospects. The establishment of the CDAC will further refine and enhance the University's support for its students' career development.

Appendix: Executive Advisors of the Career Development Advisory Committee (in alphabetical order)

• Hong Kong Design Centre Acting Deputy Executive Director Kennis Chan
• Hong Yip Service Company Limited Head of HR and Administration Dr. Aaron Chiang
• Cyberport Chief Corporate Development Officer Georgina Chu Mei-yan
• Hong Kong Aided Primary School Heads Association Chairperson Kathy Chung Lai-kam
• FSE Lifestyle Services Limited Director of Human Resources Terry Kwan Chun-kit
• Yau Lee Construction Company Limited General Manager Ir Richard Lee Shiu-ming
• Chinese Manufacturers' Association of Hong Kong Executive Committee member Stella Lee Wai-fun
• Sino Group Group Associate Director and Chief Human Resources Officer Elaine Liu Yee-lei
• Federation of Hong Kong Industries Deputy Chairman and Group 25 (Hong Kong Information Technology Industry Council) Chairman Peter Shum Kin-wai
• Tung Wah Group of Hospitals Chief Executive Albert Su Yau-on
• Pok Oi Hospital Board Chief Executive Officer Vincent Tang Chi-leung
• Hong Kong Council of Social Service Business Director Anthony Wong Kin-wai
• Hong Kong Chinese General Chamber of Commerce Standing Committee Member Ivan Wong Siu-kei
• BGI College Vice Dean Dr. Phoenix Xiao Minfeng
• Hong Kong General Chamber of Commerce CEO Patrick Yeung Wai-tim
• Golden Age Foundation Founder and Chair Rebecca Choy Yung