Student Sharing

“The actuarial science program in HKU offered me nearly everything I can think of that is necessary and helpful for one to develop and pursue the profession of actuaries – courses closely tied to exam syllabi of actuarial associations, professional skill training sessions, collaboration with actuarial associations and market players, resources for job opportunities, etc. Through the 4-year study and experience, what I have amassed is not merely the theoretical actuarial knowledge and practical working experience, but the connection to the wider actuarial market and the passion to carry on the further pursuit of the actuarial profession.”

"Being recognized by the Society of Actuaries, the programme is arguably the most prestigious actuarial programme offered in Asia. From what I have learnt and experienced throughout the 4 years of study, it is no exaggeration. It has extensive connections with business institutions from various fields for potential job opportunities. Most students graduate with at least an internship experience and several passed actuarial exams, which give us the edge in job applications and career progression. The programme has equipped me with the essential analytical skills and a wide exposure in actuarial, economic, financial and risk management fields to kickstart my career. The comprehensiveness and thoroughness are unmatched by other programmes in related fields. I am grateful for everything learnt here."

“Over the four years growing with SAAS, I have learned an incredible amount both academically and professionally. Professors are kind and willing to help, not just in the classroom. A fulfilling research journey awaits if you actively approach them, and their valuable advice will guide you to the right path. Career advising and professional engagement are among the highlights as well. There is a wide array of internship opportunities along with company visits and corporate mentorship, thanks to the department’s network. Most importantly, the program offers the flexibility to explore what fits you the most. I’m grateful to have spent a summer researching quantitative trading and another working in data analytics. The experiences brought me clarity about my future career.”

"As a 2023 risk management major graduate, I am working as a risk trainee at a top French investment bank serving as the second line of defense. My role is dedicated to inspections of different teams in the APEC region to make sure their work is in line with the bank’s risk management framework. Read more...

"Looking back, I’m always happy with my decision to study Risk Management for my Bachelor degree at HKU. It is definitely challenging to come through a field where statistics, finance, and data science comes together. But it was all worth it as my learning journey has shaped me to be a great analytical thinker and reliable problem solver. Read more...

"I have always wanted to pursue a degree which involve quantitative skills that allows me to apply those skills in a real day-to-day scenario. I wanted to learn how to identify, measure, and manage various types of risks that affect financial institutions as well as how to make insightful decisions based on the skills I've learnt. Read more...

"I pursued a BSc in Risk Management at the University of Hong Kong (HKU) from September 2017 to June 2022. Throughout my studies, I focused on courses related to the statistics of investment risk, derivatives and risk management, and data visualization. Read more...

"What I find most valuable about the BSC – Risk Management program as I reflect on my studies 3 years after graduation is that the program has equipped me with necessary analytical and statistical capabilities to understand the whys and hows behind the financial theorems and metrics. In my current job as a corporate banking associate, on daily basis I would need to deal with different products and clients with different risk profiles. Read more…

"When I reflect on my four years in the University of Hong Kong BSc(4) program, I conclude that the experience not only made me a better student, but also prepared me to be a confident, independent and open-minded girl. Through the BSc Program, I met the professors with a wide range of knowledge. Also, with the incredibly supportive classmates and teamwork opportunities, these form a wonderful memory in my life, and the best educational experience I’ve had. Having been shaped in part by the collegial and creative, yet rigorous, environment at HKU, I found myself able to communicate, innovate, and collaborate in ways that enabled me to build a successful communications consulting practice, independent thinking ability and eventually to get my dream job – the investment analyst in an Asset Management Firm in central."

"I am currently a senior investment consultant of a listed company. I am in charge of algorithmic trading and wealth management for high-net-worth clients. I have obtained professional qualifications, including Financial Risk Manager (FRM), Certified Professional Wealth Manager (CPWM) and Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialist (CAMS)." Read more…

"My three-year journey studying the BSc program with major in Risk Management has provided me with the foundation of all the necessary knowledge to pursue jobs that require technical and analytical skills. What I like about this program is that not only I am equipped with all the quantitative skills for the risk management field itself but also at the same time I am able to learn other related topics like actuarial science, finance and data science, etc. Read more…

"I am very grateful that risk management major equipped me the scientific mindset and analysis skills for me to succeed in external business environment. The long-term success of a business hinges on the objective analysis rather than subjective insights, therefore, using a data-driven approach to make evidence-based decisions can always help in growing leadership skills. Read more…

"Having completed an undergraduate degree in Risk Management 10 years ago, I can confidently say that it has been instrumental in shaping my career path. Today, I am working as a trader in a bank, and my knowledge of risk management has proven to be invaluable in this role. Read more…

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"Both of us graduated from HKU with a major in Risk Management in 2011 and 2014, respectively. After graduation, I worked in multiple well known financial institutions and hedge funds. Working as a risk developer, I gain insights into the specific needs and challenges faced by traders and hedge fund managers alike. Read more...

"One of the best things in life that happened to me is to spend my undergraduate years in HKU under the Department of Statistics and Actuarial Science. There are overseas research fellowship scheme and career advising programme (CAP) tailor-made for Statistics and Actuarial Science students. By fully utilizing the resources posted on the CAP platform, I managed to obtain a quant internship in an investment firm which turned out to be a dramatic turning point of my life. Aspired by my research topic during the internship, I decided to further pursue a PhD study into this specific area in HKU.”