Executive Mentoring Programme (EMP) - AY24-25 Admissions Open (Sign Up HERE)
Executive Mentoring Programme (EMP) is a profound opportunity offered by CLC for undergraduate students to get in touch with industry professionals under a mentorship programme. It is not only a valuable resource for students but also a valuable practice of intergenerational exchange between mentors and mentees. EMP students are trained with professionalism through workshops to a chance to expand their professional network with a person of seniority in their chosen industry field. EMP has been running since 2014/15 and students come away with meaningful industry insights and personal development goals with valuable connection with committed senior industry practitioners and a clearer image of their career.
Objectives
EMP is a structured and customized mentorship to facilitate students’ understanding of a particular industry and school-to-work transition. Admitted mentees are
- To broaden students’ perspective towards the world of work
- To develop students’ confidence in networking and communicating with senior business professionals
- To assist students in developing their career interests and setting career goals
EMP Mentors
- Senior and top-notch business professionals/ executives in various business or service industries (e.g., accounting, banking & finance, consulting, fin-tech, technology, community service, engineering, human resources, IT, law, marketing, media, public relations, surveying etc)
- Mentors will offer professional career advice on personal growth, career planning, leadership development and specific industry insights
Students Mentees
Eligibility
- Full-time Year 1 – Year 3 undergraduates (Non-Final Year) in AY24-25, i.e. if you are Year 1-2 in AY23-24, you are eligible
- Cumulative GPA of 3.0 or above^
- Medium of instruction: English
^Year 1 undergraduates who have NOT obtained any CGPA should have met the language proficiency requirements of Level 3 or above in Chinese and English in HKDSE or equivalent.
Obligations
- Submit 2 reflective journals in May and December, which log your participation in progress and, more essentially, reflect on the learning experience.
- Students securing +60% of attendance rate for the captioned training, submitting 2 reflective journals, and receiving positive comments from the mentor will be eligible to get a Normal Certificate; student with +90% attendance rate for the captioned training, submitting 2 reflective journals, and receiving positive comments from the mentor will be eligible to obtain a Diamond Certificate.
Information Sessions
- Joint a 20-minute Virtual Information plus Q&A Session
- 11:00-11:30am, 10 May 2024 (Friday) - Sign in the Zoom by using your CityUHK email to view the recording HERE
- 11:00-11:30am, 5 September 2024 (Thursday)
Please sign-up the info session HERE
- Face-to-face Booth Promotion - CityU University Life Induction Day & SDS Expo (August 2024)
Programme Timeline and Required Trainings
Professional and experienced career coaches will facilitate you to act professionally, make good connection and build bonding with mentors. All admitted students shall participate in an intensive series of customized career trainings to equip with the necessary professional skills.
- Training workshops in networking, career education, professional image and business etiquette
- Tea Reception - The first official gathering for mentors and mentees in January 2025
- Mentorship activities - Build rapport with your mentor through mutually agreed-activities between mentor and mentee, e.g., company visits, experience-sharing sessions, social events, job shadowing, and casual dining.
Required Trainings
| No | Required Training Topic / Timeline | Mode | Date | Time | Hours |
| EMP Application | Online | 15 Apr (Wed) – 15 Sep 2024 (Sun) |
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| Ongoing Admission Interviews | Virtual | May - Sep 2024 | |||
| 1 | LinkedIn Personal Branding & Networking | Virtual | 23 Sep 2024 (Mon) | 6:30 – 8:30pm | 2 |
| 2 | Better Leverage LinkedIn Learning to Amplify Your Competitiveness | Virtual | 26 Sep 2024 (Thu) | 6:30 – 7:30pm | 1 |
| 3 | EMP Welcoming Briefing & Mingling Session | F2F | 27 Sep 2024 (Fri) | 6:30 – 8:30pm | 2 |
| 4 | Effective Ways to Make Your CV Stand Out | Virtual | 22 Oct 2024 (Tue) | 6:30 – 8:30pm | 2 |
| 5 | Professional Image and Personal Brand Building | F2F | 8 Nov 2024 (Fri) | 6:30 – 8:30pm | 2 |
| 6 | Business and Social Etiquette | F2F | 15 Nov 2024 (Fri) | 6:30 – 8:00pm | 1.5 |
| Official Matching Results Announcement – Mentees can start contacting their matched mentors accordingly | F2F | Dec 2024 | |||
| 7 | Power of Face-to-Face Networking in the Workplace & Professional Dining Etiquette Workshop | F2F | 21 Jan 2025 (Tue) | 6:30 – 8:00pm | 1.5 |
| 8 | EMP Kick-off Ceremony | F2F |
Feb 2025 [TBC] |
3 – 6pm | 3 |
| Complete Required 2 LinkedIn Learning Courses (in Specific Areas) | Virtual | Jul 2024 - May 2025 | |||
| Mentorship activities arranged between mentors and mentees | F2F |
Jan 2025 onwards |
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| Total Required Hours | 8 Sessions (Required) | 15 |
(Tentative Training Schedule)
Other Activities
| No | Topic | Mode | Date | Time | Hours | EEP |
| 1 | EEP - Christmas Get-together Sharing & Mingling | F2F | 23 Dec 2024 (Mon) | 6:30 – 8:30pm | 2 | EEP |
| 2 | Company visits / off-campus seminars | F2F | Sep 2024 - Jun 2025 | 4 | IES | |
| 3 | EEP - Wrap Up Connectivity Events & Mingling (after exam) | F2F | May 2025 | 6:30 – 8:30pm | 2 | EEP |
Required LinkedIn Learning
EMP members shall obtain a decent LinkedIn profile, with a completion 2 courses from selected LinkedIn Learning areas, with digital certificates display on individual LinkedIn profile, after the programme ends by late 2025. More concrete details will be furnished upon students are well admitted into EMP.
Compulsory course
- Being a Good Mentee
Connecting with mentors is crucial for career development. Effective mentees are prepared, knowing their goals and how to build lasting relationships. Ellen Ensher's course covers researching and connecting with mentors, developing successful relationships, and overcoming obstacles, including cross-gender and cross-cultural dynamics. She also introduces courage rituals for confidence.
The 2nd course from the below list
Interpersonal Communication
- Interpersonal Communication
https://www.linkedin.com/learning/interpersonal-communication-22638889
- Creating Great First Impressions
https://www.linkedin.com/learning/creating-great-first-impressions
- Centered Communication: Get Better Results from Your Conversations
Professional Development
- Defining and Achieving Professional Goals
https://www.linkedin.com/learning/defining-and-achieving-professional-goals
- Managing Your Professional Network
https://www.linkedin.com/learning/managing-your-professional-network
Business Etiquette
- Business Etiquette: Meetings, Meals, and Networking Events
https://www.linkedin.com/learning/business-etiquette-meetings-meals-and-networking-events-2017
Programme Application
Application starts from mid-April 2024, ongoing admission interviews will be conducted. The EMP application will close sharp on 15 Sep 2024 (Sunday), 23:59. Please complete the application form HERE.
Confirmation for newly admitted EMP members will be relayed via email from May to Sep. Advanced taking students who have NOT obtained any transcript from CityUHK, please submit the latest transcript of your previous institution.
Remarks
- Please read thoroughly the terms & conditions, well understand the programme details especially the required training schedule before submitting application.
- Application without the required supporting documents will NOT be considered.
- Late or incomplete applications will NOT be considered.
- Only shortlisted applicants will be invited for admission interview.
- Students without hearing from CLC by mid-Sep may assume unsuccessful application.
- Interview quotas will be allocated first-come-first-served until all places are filled. CLC will assign one interview session for each student only. Once enrolled, no request for change would be considered.
- All captioned required workshops are compulsory for confirmed mentees. Absentees without prior notice with justified reasons would be considered a withdrawal the application.
- CLC will try to match mentees with mentors from their preferred industries/job functions. Please take note there is NO GUARANTEE on the matching as it is subject to variables.
- CLC reserves all the rights to the final decision on the matching.
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FAQ
What are the expectations of student mentees?
- Willing to step out of comfort zones, go extra miles, strike for career excellence, aim as a high flyer in career journey with can-do attitude;
- Take the initiative in arranging meetings or activities with your mentor;
- Share your expectations with your mentor. Agree upon the goals to be achieved and the frequency and format of interactions at the beginning;
- Stay in touch with your mentor and make yourself available for meetings; We would suggest 2-3 times face to face meetings throughout the program if the situation is allowed;
- Behave like an educated young adult; show respect to your mentor and others in the way you want to be respected
How are the mentor's and mentees' matching done?
Students could indicate their preferences over the mentors on the application form, e.g., mentors from preferred industries/job functions. We will try our best to match a mentor that matches your preference and career interest the most.
However, this matching process is subject to many variables, including mentors' preferences and the availability of the mentors in your preferred industries/job function, etc. Thus, we cannot guarantee matching results.
Meanwhile, we would also expect the student's mentees to be opened mined regarding the mentors assigned.
One can always learn new perspectives and ways of thinking from your mentor, improve your communication skills, and build professional networks regardless of which industries/job functions the mentors are from.
Can I join the program if I go for an exchange in Academic Year 2024-2025?
Yes. You can always communicate with your mentors via Zoom, email, and other instant messaging apps. Also, you can connect with him or her before and after your exchange study.
Contact Us
Programme PIC - Career and Leadership Centre
Ms. Sana CHAU, Career Development Officer - (852) 3442 6544 / sana.chau@cityu.edu.hk
Ms. Lorenza NG, Assistant Career Development Officer - (852) 3442 5990 / lorenza.ng@cityu.edu.hk
General Enquiry
Career and Leadership Centre, SDS CLC.CareerCentre@cityu.edu.hk | 3442-5591
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