HSBC unveils first insurance course for university students

The course gives unique opportunity for executives to share their knowledge, experience and insights on the industry with the next generation of insurance and finance leaders.

HSBC Insurance and the Chinese University of Hong Kong (CUHK) have launched the HSBC Insurance Course, the first university insurance course in Hong Kong to feature lectures by senior executives of an insurance company.

The course was kicked off by David Fried, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of HSBC Insurance for Asia Pacific, who gave a lecture on the fundamentals of an insurance company, the impact of economic trends on the insurance industry and the formulation of insurance strategy. 

Mr Fried said, “I am extremely excited about the HSBC Insurance Course. It is a unique opportunity for executives to share their knowledge, experience and insights on the industry with the next generation of insurance and finance leaders. Our partnership with CUHK to launch the first insurance company sponsored course in Hong Kong that is taught by insurance company executives demonstrates HSBC’s long-term commitment to nurturing future business leaders.” 

In addition to lectures taught by senior HSBC insurance experts, career talks and mock employment interviews were organised to help CUHK students prepare for “life after university.” The first career talk held in November last year accommodated around 40 students, who received useful information on career planning skills as well as tips on writing curriculum vitae and job application letters, according to an HSBC report. 

A workshop on interviewing skills was also held in November. HSBC Insurance human resources managers held mock employment interviews with around 50 students to help them prepare for real-life interviews in the future. 

At the end of the HSBC Insurance Course, scholarships amounting to HK$100,000 will be awarded to the top students to recognise their outstanding performances. In addition, half-year internship placements were offered to four Year 3 students in the departments of business development, actuarial and personal insurance at HSBC Insurance. 

The HSBC Insurance Course is a three-month intensive programme launched by HSBC Insurance and CUHK. With a tailor-made insurance curriculum, the course offers a unique and exciting opportunity for university students to integrate textbook theory with practical experience.