Butt, Yiu-yu

Biography

Dr YY Butt is a seasoned academic and professional practitioner with a unique blend of expertise in accounting, taxation, law, and entrepreneurship. He holds a PhD in Law from the University of Exeter, a Master of Taxation from the University of Melbourne, and a Bachelor of Accountancy from Nanyang Technological University.

A Chartered Accountant by training, Dr Butt honed his professional rigor as a Tax Manager at KPMG in both Singapore and Hong Kong. This practical foundation enables him to bridge the gap between complex theory and industry application, a strength reflected in his award-winning teaching career at The University of Hong Kong and The Chinese University of Hong Kong. His expertise also extends to conducting professional seminars for executives to address the evolving taxation landscape.

Dr Butt is also a successful entrepreneur with a proven track record in establishing profitable wholesale and retail operations. This firsthand business acumen, combined with his experience in multicultural environments, allows him to bring a pragmatic, real-world perspective to his students.

In the area of public service, Dr Butt has been appointed as a Member of the Panel of the Board of Review (Inland Revenue Ordinance), HKSAR, and a Member of the Panel of the Resolution Compensation Tribunal, HKSAR. He also contributes actively to the accounting and education sectors as an advisor, external examiner, and committee member for various tertiary institutions and professional bodies.

Teaching Areas

Taxation
Advanced Taxation
Chinese Taxation
International Taxation

Research Interests

Tax History
Tax Policy
Tax Law