Spring Cocktail in Celebration of the MBA’s Golden Jubilee
A joyful toast marks the highlight of the celebration of the new year of the Monkey and the MBA’s golden Jubilee
On Tuesday, 23 February, the Business School hosted a Spring Cocktail celebrating the MBA’s 50th Anniversary at Island Shangri-La Hong Kong, welcoming over 180 guests including alumni, business partners, and friends from academia, government and the corporate community.
CUHK Provost Prof. Benjamin Wah kicked off the momentous occasion with his opening remarks, framed against an eye-catching and festive red backdrop. He illustrated the university’s Strategic Plan for 2016-2020, outlining its vision and goals in five major areas: education, research, engagement, resources and infrastructure. He also highlighted the development of the Shenzhen campus and its role in grooming future talent for the Mainland, as well as the plan to build Hong Kong’s first not-for-profit and self-financed teaching hospital on campus, which not only serves the public but enhances the quality of teaching and research.
Business School Dean Prof. Kalok Chan then followed with his welcome, sharing about the launch of new development initiatives through the Business School’s Strategic Plan, including the recent recruitment of more than 30 academic staff and some key administrative posts to promote teaching and research excellence as well as internationalisation. He also took the opportunity to extend to the evening’s guests a special invitation to two major events celebrating the 50-year milestone of the MBA Programs: a full-day conference about China business on 9 September, and a gala dinner on 4 December. “I am pleased to announce that an organising committee has been formed to devise a year plan for the celebration,” stated Dean Prof. Kalok Chan. “We hope to have your participation as part of our alumni and corporate engagement.”
The highlight of the event was a toasting ceremony led by Prof. Michael Ferguson, Associate Dean (Graduate Studies) and Director of MBA Programs, who will retire in the summer. Dean Prof. Kalok Chan took the opportunity to thank Prof. Ferguson for his valuable contributions to the Business School: “Through his leadership and hard work, the Business School’s MBA program has progressed to become one of the top programs in the region. His many accomplishments are greatly valued by CUHK and the business community.” The touching moment elicited enthusiastic applause from the floor, filling the room with warmth and exhilaration.
Participants had a great time mingling with each other while enjoying an array of food and drinks within an elegant setting. The pleasant cocktail event formed a networking platform that strengthened the Business School’s community ties. We would like to extend our sincere appreciation to our guests and friends for their continued support of the Business School and their kindness in joining this memorable gathering.
Provost Prof. Benjamin Wah kicks off the cocktail with his opening remarks
Guests offer warm applause to honour Associate Dean (Graduate Studies) and MBA Program Director Prof. Michael Ferguson’s contribution to the Business School
This article was first published in the alumni website by the CUHK Business School’s Alumni and Corporate Affairs Office on 11 March 2016.