Teaching
With an unwavering commitment to the highest echelons of academic rigor, unparallelled practical relevance and truly innovative teaching methodologies, our distinguished faculty members are steadfastly dedicated to nurturing well-rounded professionals who are equipped to navigate the intricate complexities of family-owned enterprises with the utmost confidence and acumen. We aspire to guide our esteemed students on a transformative journey toward the pinnacles of excellence and resounding success.
Our faculty is comprised of industry heavyweights and academic scholars bringing a boundless wealth of practical experience to the classroom, while offering invaluable insights and guidance that seamlessly bridge the gap between the realms of theory and practice.
Each revered member of our faculty embodies a fervent passion for education, a steadfast dedication to the pursuit of excellence, and an unwavering commitment to empowering our students to reach the full breadth of their potential and make a truly meaningful impact in the realm of family office and family business management.
Roger King Center for Asian Family Business and Family Office
Family Business and Family Office is one of the strategic research areas of the illustrious HKUST Business School. The esteemed Roger King Center for Asian Family Business and Family Office proudly stands as a pioneer in the realms of research and imparting knowledge in Asian family business and family office.
The Center is impeccably well connected with the most prominent and revered family businesses and family office owners not only across the dynamic Asian landscape, but also throughout the world. It further boasts a commanding presence within the halls of the Hong Kong Academy for Wealth Legacy. The Center publishes a vast tapestry of academic and practical research, business case studies, column articles, industry reports and transformative policy reports. The Center also provides specialized training programs and courses for family business and family office owners, professionals, and HKUST students.
The Center is esteemed for bringing together academic luminaries, visionary policymakers, and seasoned practitioners in an environment conducive to sharing their heard-earned wisdom, invaluable lessons from failures, and the celebration of resounding successes, all for the benefit of future generations of family business leaders, family office owners and professionals, as well as the communities in which they thrive.
Industry Network
The MScFOFB program fosters an exceptional network of industry connections and collaborations, allowing students to engage directly with esteemed professionals, participate in internships, and work on innovative real-world projects. This hands-on approach enriches the learning experience and empowers students to apply their knowledge in practical settings, preparing them to excel in the fast-paced world of family offices.
At the heart of the program is a commitment to bridging academia and industry, providing immersive exposure to the dynamic realm of family businesses. Through meticulously cultivated partnerships with reputable industry players, students engage in high-caliber collaborative projects, attend seminars, and gain insights from seasoned practitioners. This real-world exposure enhances their understanding of the field, allowing them to hone their skills and expand their professional networks.
Our Faculty
Our distinguished faculty members come from a multitude of backgrounds and business disciplines reflecting the profoundly multifaceted nature of family office management and family business practices.
Accomplished scholars and seasoned practitioners in their own right, our faculty brings a boundless wealth of experience and diverse perspectives to offer a truly dynamic and interdisciplinary approach to the professional training of our esteemed students.