Alumni Sharing

Jessie studied at HSUHK from 2014 to 2018. During her undergraduate study, she joined numerous internships at The Regal Hotel Hong Kong, DBS Bank, and the Census and Statistics Department (C&SD), The Government of HKSAR. In particular, she was assigned to the trade analysis branch when she participated in the professional attachment programme at C&SD. After graduating from HSUHK, Jessie started her career in C&SD and her main job duty is processing and validating data for economic reports.

Working at Census and Statistics Department

Internship at DBS Bank

The BSc-DSBI programme offers a range of courses tailored to meet the specific academic and professional goals of each student. Not only does the Programme offer courses involving hot topics in data science such as Machine Learning, Data Mining, Deep Learning, it also offers a wide range of courses which provide foundations for students to apply knowledge in a complex business environment. Last but not least, the BSc-DSBI Programme constantly gives students opportunities to attend seminars about updated industry information and encourages students to join internship programmes and competitions to increase exposure and competitiveness.

SAS Joint Certificate Award 2018

The 8th Classified Post Career Forum – “Young Marketer of Tomorrow” Competition Finale

Among the first cohort of Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Data Science and Business Intelligence (BSc-DSBI) programme graduates, Mr Li Ho Ting, Kelvin thinks that the programme is relatively innovative when it integrates the studies of two key subjects. Kelvin has been fond of mathematics since childhood, “Mathematics is always my favourite. I had participated in Mathematical Olympiad, a way to test my ability in this subject.” Did the programme meet his expectations? “Yes but some modules were quite challenging to me. Probability was one of them.” How did he manage to overcome difficulties? He recalled, “Thanks to HSUHK’s small class teaching, we could seek our teachers’ help easily when needed. Study platforms such as peer tutor programme and mentorship programme also helped as we could discuss and found answers to questions. Our teachers are very supportive and could always give valuable advice.”

Apart from academic enhancement, Kelvin also learned transferable and useful skills during his study at HSUHK. “Through the programme, we could enhance our creativity, critical thinking and problem-solving skills which are equally important at the workplace, say, when presenting proposals and reports.” Kelvin appreciates the University’s cross-disciplinary common cores, “For example, the life and death module was very enlightening. It broadened my perspective on life and introduced to me some philosophical theories.”

To enjoy his campus life to the fullest, Kelvin joined the Band Society as a committee member. He had learned classical music before. However, band sound was relatively new to him. Kelvin added, “It’s an effective way to relieve pressure and meet new friends. I think that finding a new hobby is good for mental health and enables further self-development. Through a show held by the Band Society, I gained much useful experience in organising an event from scratch and learned how to sharpen my communication skills.”

Though a new joiner in the job market, he found his previous internships at a bank and the Census and Statistics Department highly valuable, enabling him to adapt to the work environment more easily and acquire the necessary people skills and analytical ability. “Some say that a university is like a miniature society where one has to expose oneself to different situations. I found the actual society much more challenging and interesting. More adaptations and adjustments need to be made from time to time.” Understanding that he is still green at work, Kelvin prepares to have continuous learning. Last, he encouraged fellow students at HSUHK to pursue their interests during their campus life, a period in which they can enjoy more freedom.

Great to be among the first cohort of BSc-DSBI programme graduates

Rejoicing at receiving an award in a competition with teammates

The BSc-DSBI programme reveals the knowledge and insights in the data science field. The programme provides various courses on essential topics and offers opportunities to practise and apply the theories through different data projects. The programme also provides a solid foundation in business field which helps students analyse the insights for better decisions and strategies to meet the business needs and expectation. These experiences and knowledge are valuable to my personal and career development.

Alex graduated from class of 2019 and is currently working as data analyst at DBS Bank under the product team mainly focus on deposit and secured loan. Before Alex graduated, he joined a 1-year full-time fintech intern at Hang Seng Bank Limited under the data science team of retail banking and wealth management sector. He also participated in several competitions and won the second runner-up in Maritime and Logistics Hackathon 2017 and Honourable Mention in Smart City Datathon 2018.

HSUHK team won the 2nd runner-up in Maritime and Logistics Hackathon 2017

Hang Seng Bank 1-year fintech internship

Studying in HSUHK has prepared me for success in a couple of ways. Firstly, I have experienced western education and cultural diversity through the student exchange programme in Germany. I gained more exposure to language learning and extra-curricular activities. It has not only broadened my horizons but also enriched my spiritual quality of life. Secondly, the BSc-DSBI Programme has provided me with a lot of resources in preparing for my career path. The various internship opportunities have helped me to develop understanding about the industry and strengthen my practical and communication skills. These insightful experiences allow me to enhance my competitiveness and plan my career path.

Summer Internship in Census and Statistics Department

Exchange Programme in SRH University Heidelberg (Germany)

Four years of studying in data science and business intelligence at HSUHK changed my life. I learned to follow my passion and tried all possibilities. Of course, I also accumulated my expertise in data science.

By joining various programmes, clubs and societies at the University, I have established an international vision for my future career. I studied the European luxury goods industry during the exchange programme in Paris. In addition, I learned about the advertising and big data industries through summer internships, by using my professional knowledge learned from the BSc-DSBI Programme. These experiences inspired my spirit and lit up my way to the next adventure.

I have an abundant university life. There are many opportunities for me to discover my talents.

Internship of Marketing Trainee, Vpon Hong Kong

Exchange Programme in INSEEC Business School Paris (France)

As a proud graduand of the BSc-DSBI programme at HSUHK, I can confidently say that the programme has been instrumental in my future continuing research and development in the academic field.

The curriculum provided a comprehensive introduction to the field of data science, and took me from being merely interested in data science to being completely fascinated by the subject matter. The programme starts with Foundations of Data Science, which introduces students to the basics of data analytics, data concept, and statistical modeling. This course provides the building blocks for the subsequent courses, which are Optimisation for Data Science, Data Mining, and finally Machine Learning. The courses are structured in a step-by-step manner that allows me to gradually develop useful skills and knowledge. Throughout the programme, the assessments of some major core courses are evaluated through tests and projects, ensuring that students gain a practical understanding of the subject matter.

One of the key highlights of the programme is the friendly and supportive professors who are always willing to provide guidance, help, support, and understanding. They create a positive learning environment that encourages me to ask questions and seek assistance when needed. The professors are experts in their fields and provide valuable insights and perspectives that help students to gain a deeper understanding of the subject matter.

In addition to learning professional skills in data science, the programme emphasizes the importance of teamwork and time management. The programme encourages me to work together on projects, which helps to build my collaboration and communication skills. This is an essential skill in the field of data science, where teamwork is often required to solve complex problems. Furthermore, the programme helps students to develop effective time management skills, which are essential for success in any field.

Overall, my experience studying the Data Science and Business Intelligence programme has been fantastic. The programme provided me with a well-rounded education that prepared me for success in the field of data science and statistics. The professors, coursework, and collaborative environment all contributed to making this programme an unforgettable experience that I will always cherish.