Success Stories

Serina defied expectations and achieved a remarkable career shift from Supply Chain to Investment Banking.Serina not only changed her job function but also relocated to Hong Kong, the vibrant global financial hub. Discover the opportunities that await you as you follow in her footsteps.

Pavan Kumar Arasappa, originally from Bangalore, transitioned from a career in mechanical engineering to his current role as a Customer Excellence and Innovation Manager.. Pavan's journey highlights the importance of being open-minded and embracing the opportunities an MBA can offer to become a better version of oneself.

As a former lawyer turned General Manager of a manufacturing solutions provider and founder of a tech start-up, Nicholas developed an innovative software enabling remote working and improving work-life balance. His efforts won him the Young Industrialist Awards of Hong Kong, making him one of the youngest recipients.

Yuta Shirahata, a driven entrepreneur from Japan, has found success through the HKU MBA program. He has initiated two notable projects: Meta Akita, leveraging Web3 technology to showcase rural festivals and products, and Not the Butt, a fashion brand incorporating NFTs. Yuta's ventures have gained support from organizations like the Akita Inu and Cyberport. With a "just do it" mentality, Yuta proves that a perfect business plan is not necessary to start a successful venture.

Through working on the project, we really gained a much deeper understanding of the essence of and the vision behind ESG, including its economic, social and compliance implications in our society. The experience was truly valuable for MBA students like us in the sense that we were able to combine both theoretical and practical knowledge shared by the industrial insiders.

As the MBA programme went on, I found people are not focused on competition but instead focused on being classmates and friends

Be open to people, opportunities, and criticism. The status of an MBA student would help open a lot of doors to industry experts, business executives, and academic professionals.

Be open to people, opportunities, and criticism. The status of an MBA student would help open a lot of doors to industry experts, business executives, and academic professionals.

I found the MBA integral in developing a strong technical skillset in valuation, modeling, and financial analysis. Lastly, try networking with people around the school and get connected. It can turn out to be a great asset to your career