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Hang Seng University of Hong Kong

Coordinates: 22°22′44.9″N 114°12′41.4″E / 22.379139°N 114.211500°E / 22.379139; 114.211500
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Hang Seng University
of Hong Kong
香港恒生大學 (Chinese)
Former names
Motto博學篤行
Motto in English
Erudition and Perseverance[1]
TypeSelf-financing
Established4 May 2010; 14 years ago (2010-05-04) (as Hang Seng Management College)
30 October 2018; 5 years ago (2018-10-30) (granted university status)
ChairmanMs Diana Cesar
(2021 - present)
Ms Louisa Cheang
(2018 to 2021))
Ms Rose Lee Wai-mun
(2013 to 2018)
PresidentProfessor Ho Shun-man
Vice-presidentProfessor Joshua Mok Ka-ho
Provost and Vice-President (Academic and Research)
Dean, Graduate School
Dr Tom FONG Wing Ho (Organizational Development)
Professor Jeanne FU Ho Ying
Vice-President (Learning and Student Experience)
Ms Antonia Yeung Yu-hung Associate Vice-President (Development and Campus Services)
Dr John Leung Wai-keung Associate Vice-President (Knowledge Exchange)
Academic staff
218
Students6,766 (Enrolment 2023/24) [2]
Address
Hang Shin Link
,
Siu Lek Yuen
,
Sha Tin
,
Hong Kong

22°22′44.9″N 114°12′41.4″E / 22.379139°N 114.211500°E / 22.379139; 114.211500
CampusSha Tin
AffiliationsAlliance of Asian Liberal Arts Universities
Websitewww.hsu.edu.hk
Chinese name
Simplified Chinese香港恒生大学
Traditional Chinese香港恒生大學
Cantonese YaleHēunggóng Hàhngsāng Daaihhohk
Transcriptions
Standard Mandarin
Hanyu PinyinXiānggǎng Héng Shēng Dàxué
Yue: Cantonese
Yale RomanizationHēunggóng Hàhngsāng Daaihhohk
JyutpingHoeng1gong2 Hang4sang1 Daai6hok6
IPA[hœŋ˥.kɔŋ˧˥ hɐŋ˩.sɐŋ˥ taj˨.hɔk̚˨]
A snap of the campus in Sha Tin

The Hang Seng University of Hong Kong (HSUHK) is a private liberal-arts-oriented[3] university in Sha Tin, New Territories, Hong Kong.[4]

The institute was founded as Hang Seng Management College in 2010 from the Hang Seng School of Commerce. The college was granted university title in 2018.

In November and December 2013, HSMC obtained accreditation from the Hong Kong Council for Accreditation of Academic and Vocational Qualifications for the following five programmes and was approved by the Education Bureau to offer degree programmes:[5] On 30 October 2018, the Chief Executive-in-Council approved the retitling of Hang Seng Management College into a university under Section 8(1) of the Post Secondary Colleges Ordinance,[6] following an institutional review by the HKCAAVQ.[7]

The Chief Executive in Council approved the university status of Hang Seng Management College (HSMC) on 30 October 2018. The HSMC is the first self-financing post-secondary education institution to acquire a university title since the publication of the revised roadmap of criteria for acquiring university title for post-secondary colleges registered under the Ordinance in 2015.[8]

Adopting the unique “Liberal + Professional” education model, HSUHK aims to nurture young talents with critical thinking, innovative minds, caring attitudes, moral values and social responsibility.[9]

Education Model

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With the adoption of “Liberal + Professional” model, the institute offers students a wide-ranging cultural foundation. This approach is enhanced by integrating professional disciplines, enabling students to gain a broad perspective alongside specialized professional knowledge. This combination equips students with both a comprehensive worldview and the practical skills necessary for their careers. [10]

The term "liberal" denotes an inclusive and interdisciplinary method that links various fields of knowledge, encourages critical thinking, and addresses problems, placing significant importance on the humanities and social sciences. Students from all disciplines are encouraged to recognize the value and impact (both economic and inherent) of the humanities and arts.[11]

On the other hand, "professional" indicates that numerous major programs are designed with a professional focus, aiming to provide students with the specialized skills necessary for their chosen careers. However, subjects like business, management, and IT are approached as liberal arts disciplines with an emphasis on "human values."[11]

History

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The Hang Seng University of Hong Kong (HSUHK) has its roots tracing back to 1980, when the Hang Seng School of Commerce (HSSC) was established with funding from various organizations and individuals. From 1980 to 2009, HSSC was a pioneering and leading provider of post-secondary programmes in business and related areas.

In response to the Chief Executive's Policy Address in 2009, which highlighted the growing significance of quality private universities in Hong Kong, HSSC was re-structured in 2010 and became Hang Seng Management College (HSMC), a non-profit private university-level institution registered under the Post Secondary Colleges Ordinance to offer bachelor's and above degree programmes in diverse disciplines.

After a rigorous international accreditation process, in 2018, HSMC was granted approval by the Hong Kong government to change its title to "The Hang Seng University of Hong Kong" (HSUHK).[12]

HSUHK aspires to be a leading non-profit private liberal-arts-oriented university in the region, recognized for excellence in teaching, learning and research, and for its contributions to advancing society and the world. The university currently has five schools, around 6,000 full-time students, and over 200 full-time academic staff members.[9]

HSUHK offers a wide range of 4-year bachelor's (honours) degree programmes and master's degree programmes, many of which are unique and the first of their kind in the region. All of the university's programmes have been accredited by the Hong Kong Council for Accreditation of Academic and Vocational Qualifications and recognized by the governments of Hong Kong, Mainland China, and Taiwan.[7]

Academics

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The Hang Seng University of Hong Kong is listed 7th overall and 1st in the Greater China region as per 2023 AppliedHE ASEAN+ private university assessment exercise, conducted across the ASEAN+ region by the AppliedHE[13].

The institute is also ranked #550-600 in QS university ranking for Asian in 2023.[14]

Schools and Departments

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The Hang Seng University of Hong Kong consists of five schools.

School of Business
Department of Accountancy
Department of Economics and Finance
Department of Management
Department of Marketing
School of Communication
School of Decision Sciences
Department of Computing
Department of Mathematics, Statistics and Insurance
Department of Supply Chain and Information Management
School of Humanities and Social Science
Department of Art and Design[15]
Department of Chinese
Department of English
Department of Social Science
School of Translation and Foreign Languages[16]

Programmes

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Undergraduate Programmes[17]

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  • Actuarial Studies and Insurance
  • Applied Computing
  • Art and Design
  • Arts and Culture Communication
  • Asian Studies
  • Business Administration (For Senior-Year Entry Only)
  • Chinese
  • Convergent Media and Communication Technology
  • Corporate Governance and Compliance
  • Cultural and Creative Industries
  • Data Science and Business Intelligence
  • Economics
  • English
  • Financial Analysis
  • Finance and Banking
  • General Business
  • Global Business Management
  • Human Resource Management
  • Journalism and Communication Concentrations in – Business Journalism – Corporate Communication
  • Management
  • Management Science and Information Management
  • Marketing
  • Philosophy, Politics and Economics
  • Professional Accountancy
  • Psychology
  • Supply Chain Management
  • Translation with Business

Postgraduate Programmes

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  • Master of Science in Insurance
  • Master of Arts in Chinese
  • Master of Arts in Cultural Heritage Management
  • Master of Arts in English Language Teaching and Assessment
  • Master of Arts in Global English Literary and Cultural Studies
  • Master of Arts in Strategic Communication
  • Master of Arts in Theatre Studies
  • Master of Social Sciences in Public Policy and Risk Governance
  • Master of Arts in Translation (Business and Legal)
  • Master of Arts in Translation (Computer-aided Translation)
  • Master of Business Management
  • Master of Science in Data Science and Artificial Intelligence
  • Master of Science in Entrepreneurial Management
  • Master of Science in Global Supply Chain Management

See also

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References

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  1. ^ "Vision and Mission". HSMC.
  2. ^ "HSUHK Facts and figures 2023/24".
  3. ^ "Liberal arts college in Hong Kong wins upgrade to private university". South China Morning Post. 30 October 2018. Retrieved 30 July 2024.
  4. ^ "The Hang Seng University of Hong Kong". Times Higher Education (THE). 13 November 2021. Retrieved 31 May 2023.
  5. ^ "Legislative Council Brief – Approval for Hong Kong Nang Yan College of Higher Education to award degree and to include "Hok Yuen" in its Chinese name, and for Hang Seng Management College and Hong Kong Shue Yan University to award degree" (PDF). Education Bureau, Government of Hong Kong. 14 April 2014. Retrieved 12 December 2018.
  6. ^ "College acquires university title". Government of Hong Kong. 30 October 2018.
  7. ^ a b "Liberal arts college in Hong Kong upgraded to private university amid city's push to be global financial hub". South China Morning Post. 30 October 2018.
  8. ^ "Hang Seng Management College acquires university title". www.info.gov.hk. Retrieved 9 August 2019.
  9. ^ a b "HSUHK makes strides in 'Liberal + Professional' education|Culture HK|chinadaily.com.cn". www.chinadaily.com.cn. Retrieved 30 July 2024.
  10. ^ "HSUHK nurtures professionals with moral values and social responsibilities". chinadailyhk. Retrieved 30 July 2024.
  11. ^ a b "Integrating Liberal Arts and Professional Education | Centre for Global Higher Education". Retrieved 30 July 2024.
  12. ^ Cheng, Kris (31 October 2018). "Hang Seng Management College upgraded to become Hong Kong's second private university". Hong Kong Free Press HKFP. Retrieved 31 July 2024.
  13. ^ "Private University Ranking ASEAN 2023 - AppliedHE". 7 May 2024. Retrieved 31 July 2024.
  14. ^ "The Hang Seng University of Hong Kong". Top Universities. Retrieved 31 May 2023.
  15. ^ "How archiving retro video games can help preserve Hong Kong culture". Young Post. 6 November 2022. Retrieved 30 July 2024.
  16. ^ The Standard. "Advance Your Career with Translation Expertise Hang Seng University's MA in Translation Programmes in Demand". The Standard. Retrieved 30 July 2024.
  17. ^ "Qualifications". www.hkqr.gov.hk. Retrieved 30 July 2024.
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