Asian business schools join forces to forge a sustainable future
The inaugural Asian Century Business School Sustainability Forum, jointly organised by the Office of MBA Programmes of the Chinese University of Hong Kong (CUHK) Business School and MBA China, concluded successfully on 28 March 2024.
The forum was themed “Innovation and Collaboration: Leading the Future Development of Asian Business Schools”. More than 60 education leaders from renowned business schools across Asia and industry leaders gathered, exchanging insights and exploring collaboration on the future trajectory for sustainability in the digital era.
The forum commenced with opening remarks by Professor Seen Meng Chew, Associate Dean of International Relations at CUHK Business School, highlighting the pivotal role of business education in driving impact in sustainability. Professor Chew also discussed the latest developments in sustainability through innovative avenues, including fintech and green bonds.
During her keynote address, Ms Teresa Yang (MBA 2003), Vice President of Esquel Group, shared a business case on how the group integrated responsible manufacturing practices with the nature in its sustainable development garden in Guilin, southern China, emphasising the imperative role for businesses to take the lead in sustainability efforts.
Professor Wan Wongsunwai, Associate Dean of MBA Programmes at CUHK Business School, underscored the urgency for business schools to embrace change and prime themselves for the forthcoming business transformations amid the emerging challenges in Asia.
The forum also featured other distinguished speakers, including Professor Yi Jing Tao, Dean of the Business School at People’s University of China and Professor Bai Chang Hong, Dean of the Business School at Nankai University.