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International Women’s Day “Give To Gain” theme inspires CIMA women in finance and accounting to motivate others

The Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA) launched its Women in Finance and Accounting campaign to bring attention to the opportunities within the profession and highlight the mentoring support that is available. The campaign is inspired by this year’s International Women’s Day “Give To Gain” theme, encouraging women to share their experiences, inspire peers, and […]

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CIMA celebrates 60 years of delivering trust, opportunity and prosperity in Hong Kong

This year, The Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA), part of the Association of International Certified Professional Accountants, proudly celebrates 60 years of delivering trust, opportunity and prosperity in Hong Kong.

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Engineering a Better Tomorrow: Young Professionals Explore Sustainability and Innovation in Australia

In May 2025, a group of young engineering professionals from Hong Kong embarked on a purposeful journey to Australia, engaging in a week-long programme designed to inspire forward-thinking approaches to sustainability, innovation, and global collaboration. Organised by the Young Members Committee (YMC) of the Hong Kong Institution of Engineers (HKIE), the delegation offered participants a unique opportunity to explore how engineering can drive positive change across communities, industries, and borders.

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Executive Programme Now Available on Sustainability Reporting and ESG Data Management

Oxford University’s Saïd Business School and AICPA & CIMA announced the launch of their second collaborative executive management programme on sustainability reporting strategies.

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Engineering a Sustainable Future: Insights from Sweden

Imagine a world where sustainability meets innovation, where engineering paves the way for a greener future. The Hong Kong Institution of Engineers Young Members Committee (HKIE YMC) Overseas Delegation 2024 ventured into the heart of Sweden on a mission centred around “Mind-mapping Sustainable City”.

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Artificial Intelligence, Robotics, and the Interaction and Future Development of Data Models

In today’s world, the rapid development of technology is reshaping our way of life. The combination of artificial intelligence, robotics, and data model interaction has not only brought about significant changes in the scientific community but is also gradually demonstrating its influence in everyday life. From groundbreaking advancements in healthcare to the convenience of smart homes, the integration of these technologies heralds a new future. Entering a more intelligent and automated era which offers unprecedented convenience and even presenting unprecedented challenges. This article will explore the current status, potential, and the challenges we must face regarding this trend.

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【發財立品】KOL 3.0的未來世界

某部份網紅為了吸引眼球，無所不用其技，但實際上要維持高支持度、高閱讀量並不是那麼簡單。除了表達能力以外便是對某一種事情或物件擁有豐富知識及經驗，始終網民除了獲取娛樂以外，他們希望從網紅的頻道找出答案解決問題。

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Trained to serve from the heart, Hang Lung employees “Go the Extra Mile” in pursuit of the “We Do It Well” philosophy

Frontline employees at the shopping malls, office towers and serviced apartments operated by Hang Lung Properties always strive to offer customers and tenants a distinctive experience that exemplifies the company’s “We Do It Well” philosophy. Their stated goal is to think from the customer’s perspective and demonstrate initiative and a strong sense of accountability, with a sincere caring and “Go the Extra Mile” attitude that anticipates and then exceeds customer needs and expectations.

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【發財立品】品牌應援行動

一個品牌的成功，最重要是如何將品牌支持者數目維持並不斷增加。所謂建立群體 (community)，除了從品牌形象上、產品質素、價錢等着手以外，如何跟客戶群體溝通並保持緊密關係亦是不可或缺的元素。溝通之中最重要的部份便是溝通，品牌日常與客戶溝通除了在客戶服務及銷售團隊中保持高質素的服務承諾以外，還需要在如何取悅客戶着墨。客戶服務作用是解開客戶心結；銷售團隊作用是讓顧客了解自己；而今日筆者所提及的應援行動作用是延續客戶對品牌的愛慕。

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【發財立品】Café品牌的後戰國時代

每個年代都會出現某類型店舖的爆發，經過激烈競爭的戰國時代後，會出現平穩發展的新常態。很多時都會因應社會經濟環境或生活潮流而產生，好像快餐店、超級市場、便利店等等。筆者之前曾經提及現時超級市場正進入戰國時代，競爭及轉變非常激烈。至於今次筆者想提及的，就是近幾年一股開Café熱潮。

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New Grads to Factor in AI

With artificial intelligence (AI) already delivering some of the most significant and disruptive innovations of recent times, for current and future graduate students — including students not focused on technology — AI will inevitably impact their careers.

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Are your high flyers flying under the radar?

Success isn’t born, it’s made. Day after day. Year after year. The challenge for big and busy companies is spotting those executives who are quietly putting in the late nights and diligently developing themselves into the leaders of tomorrow.