Professor Joshua Mok Ka Ho, Vice-President and Director of the School of Graduate Studies at The Hang Seng University of Hong Kong (HSUHK), was invited to deliver a keynote presentation to senior leaders from private universities across Mainland China. The presentation was part of a high-level executive training programme held at Nanyang Technological University (NTU), Singapore, from 24 April to 1 May 2025.

In his address, Professor Mok shared valuable insights into how Hong Kong’s higher education institutions, particularly HSUHK, have evolved to become globally competitive in a rapidly changing academic landscape. His presentation highlighted the transformative journey of HSUHK, focusing on its distinctive “Liberal + Professional” education model, which integrates broad-based learning with professional training to nurture well-rounded, future-ready graduates.

Professor Mok also discussed strategic initiatives undertaken by Hong Kong universities to enhance their internationalization efforts. These included cross-border collaborations, curriculum innovations, and global mobility programmes aimed at expanding students’ and faculty’s global exposure.

The presentation sparked engaging and productive discussions among participants, who explored opportunities for cross-institutional cooperation and shared best practices in university governance and development. The session concluded with enthusiastic dialogue about future collaborations between Hong Kong and Mainland Chinese institutions in the realm of higher education. This executive training programme underscores HSUHK’s commitment to contributing to global dialogues on educational innovation and institutional development, reaffirming its growing role in shaping the future of higher education in the region.