City University of Hong Kong (CityUHK) Press has joined the University of Macau (UM) to co-hosted a seminar titled "Exploring Dreams and Career Planning" on 15 October 2024. Speaking at the seminar were distinguished guest speakers Professor Albert IP Yuk-Keung, author of Albert Ip's Journey to Student Employment Counseling and Planning (in Chinese), Adjunct Distinguished Professor and Advisory Board Member of the Faculty of Business, UM and Professor MOK Kai Meng, UM's Vice Rector (Student Affairs). Sharing their study journeys, career paths, and life aspirations with 140 students from UM, the speakers wanted to inspire the young generation with their experiences.

    

Professor IP expressed his thoughts on what difficulties young generations are facing in their career development and provided some useful advice and insights for them. Professor MOK Kai Meng shared his past work experience in Australia and how he thinks the development of the Greater Bay Area (GBA) will benefit students from different countries.

The seminar also featured a discussion on Albert Ip’s Journey to Student Employment Counselling and Planning. The book offers valuable guidance on effective career planning and employment strategies, equipping young individuals with the tools they need to navigate their professional journeys successfully. At the conclusion of the seminar, a book signing session was held, providing students the opportunity to engage directly with Professor Albert IP.

Albert Ip’s Journey to Student Employment Counseling and Planning (in Chinese), one of the bestselling publications of CityUHK Press, records the growth of Professor IP and his transition from senior bank management to the field of education. The book highlights various challenges through authentic career counseling stories and job search experiences. The book offers valuable guidance on effective career planning and employment strategies, equipping young individuals with the tools they need to navigate their professional journeys successfully

For readers who are interested in this book, please feel free to visit the following website:

https://www.cityu.edu.hk/upress/albert-ip-s-journey