Hall Life
Title: Launching Your Banking Career in Hong Kong
Abstract:
Jointly organized by Hornell Hall Students' Association and Hornell Hall Alumni Association
Date: October 8, 2025 (Wednesday)
Time: 7:00 pm to 8:30 pm
Venue: 1st Floor, Fong Shui Chuen Amenities Centre
Language: English
A practical and inspiring session on entering the Hong Kong banking industry. Tailored for university students from all disciplines, this talk highlights how early preparation can significantly boost your chances of joining competitive programmes like Management Trainee schemes.
Students will learn how to strategically enhance their profiles by:
• Pursuing professional qualifications such as HKIB’s Certified Banker (CB) Stage I and Enhanced Competency Framework (ECF) Core Level modules;
• Actively participating in industry networking events to build connections and gain insights;
• Strengthening essential soft skills like communication, adaptability, and teamwork.
This session will help students understand what banks look for in future talent and how to take meaningful steps during university life to become standout candidates in the financial sector.
Speakers:
Mr. Kevin Lung, General Manager of The Hong Kong Institute of Bankers
Kevin is a people-centric senior executive with over 15 years of leadership experience in tertiary education, including teaching, programme management, and professional development. As General Manager at The Hong Kong Institute of Bankers (HKIB), Kevin leads both the Professional Competence Development (PCD) and Relationship Management (RM) divisions. He plays a pivotal role in nurturing banking talent and advancing industry qualifications. Over the course of his career, Kevin has developed and managed more than 30 professional banking qualifications, certified over 30,000 banking professionals, and spearheaded major industry collaborations. His work demonstrates a strong commitment to strengthening industry-academic partnerships, with a proven track record in launching innovative learning platforms and driving regional talent development initiatives. Kevin holds two master’s degrees—one in Accountancy and another in Business Research. He is also a qualified Fellow Chartered Certified Accountant (FCCA) and Certified Financial Planner (CFP).
Mr. Peter Leung, Hornellian & former Deputy Chief Executive of ICBC (Asia)
Peter studied for his Master of Education at HKU from 2021 to 2023, when he joined Hornell Hall. It was an amazing experience for him when he was able to interact with other fellow Hornellians, especially for sharing his passion in wine. Prior to his retirement in 2023, Peter was the deputy chief executive of ICBC (Asia), one of the largest commercial and retail banks in Hong Kong. He is now pursuing his further study for Doctor of Education, while serving as school manager of three secondary schools in Hong Kong. At the same time, he also acts as an independent non-executive director of a locally incorporated bank.
Moderator: Prof. S.C. WONG, Warden Hornell Hall
Registration: https://forms.gle/SgBGkpmq75ypxgHq8
For further information, please contact Mr. Alex Lai, Chairman of Hornell Hall Students' Association at <u3609957@connect.hku.hk> or 67455724.
ALL HKU students are welcome!
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