On 11 December 2025, the School of Business (MSB) at Macau University of Science and Technology (MUST) and the Bank of China Macau Branch (BOC Macau) jointly held the closing ceremony of the “Experiential Learning in Financial Institution” Program in the Conference Hall on the third floor of the Bank of China Tower. Key attendees included Mr. Chan Wai Pan, General Manager of the City of Dreams Sub-Branch of BOC Macau; Ms. Lao Ieng Lam, Head of the Personal Banking and Channel Management Department; Professor Lin Yongjia, Head of the Department of Accounting and Finance at MSB, and Assistant Professor Zhuo Jiayi from the Department of Accounting and Finance at MSB.
Group photo of MUST MSB faculty members and students with BOC Macau representatives
At the ceremony, Mr. Chan highlighted that the collaboration between MUST and BOC Macau has established an excellent platform that bridges textbook theories and industry practices. He also expressed two expectations for the students. Firstly, students should strengthen their professional competence through this learning experience, deepen their understanding of the financial industry, and integrate their knowledge comprehensively. Secondly, students should take this opportunity as the first step in entering their future careers. Mr. Chan concluded by expressing his confidence in students’ future career performance.
Speech by Mr. Chan Wai Pan, General Manager of the City of Dreams Sub-Branch of BOC Macau
The students then presented in groups, delivering themed speeches on “Encouraging Students or Parents to Open Bank Accounts” with their well-prepared videos. Each group drew upon its practical experiences at BOC Macau, presenting its strategies through vivid case studies that demonstrated solid professional foundations and innovative thinking. Guest judges provided detailed feedback on each group’s presentation content, offering high recognition for the students’ creativity, compelling delivery, and well-crafted videos. Finally, BOC Macau representatives and MSB faculty members awarded the students with the Best Presentation Award and course completion certificates. A group photo was taken after the award presentation, and the ceremony was completed successfully.
Guests awarded the students with prizes and course completion certificates
(Contributed and reviewed by Professor Lin Yongjia, format reviewed by Helen Kam)
