The Faculty of Business and the Faculty of Finance of City University of Macau both achieved accreditation from the Business Graduates Association (BGA)

The Faculty of Business and the Faculty of Finance of City University of Macau have achieved accreditation from the Business Graduates Association demonstrating their positive impact on students and society, against independent international quality standards.

Launched in January 2019, BGA, which is the sister organisation of the Association of MBAs (AMBA), is the only business school quality assurance organisation to offer candidate schools a middle ground between membership and full accreditation.

BGA accreditation is a gold-standard quality assurance achievement that is awarded to business schools that can clearly demonstrate an increasing impact on their students and communities over a measurable period, using BGA’s Continuous Impact Model (CIM), which assesses the improvement in impact across a range of metrics.

All undergraduates and alumni from any of the business school’s programmes are invited to join BGA’s individual membership network. Through both these organisations, students and graduates can strengthen a community that acts as a force for good in management thought and practice, through exclusive events and business content.

The Faculty of Finance was launched in 2018 in order to spearhead the development and delivery of programmes in the finance area, in alignment with the strategy of the Government of Macau for diversification of the economy away from tourism and gaming and towards a greater focus on the finance industry. The two schools were both being assessed for BGA accreditation and were issued a single joint BGA Accreditation Certificate.

Members of BGA’s accreditation panel, commended both schools’ agility in adapting and growing their programme portfolio – which included the launch of the MSc in Fintech.

The panel also supported the open-door culture of the leadership teams of the two schools and their personable leadership style. They also mentioned the strong support by the Rector (University President), Prof. Jun LIU, who was said to bring invaluable international, research and teaching perspectives to the University.

José Alves, Dean of Faculty of Business, said: ‘The BGA Accreditation is a testament to our unwavering commitment to teaching, learning, and the holistic development of our students and graduates. Our focus extends beyond academia, aiming to positively impact society at large. This achievement reinforces our resolve to continue nurturing future leaders for the betterment of both our local and global communities.’

Adrian Cheung, Dean of Faculty of Finance, said: ‘For us, the BGA accreditation means confirmation of recognition of Faculty of Finance, that we already have a business education standard that is aligned with the prominent business schools in the world.’

Andrew Main Wilson, Chief Executive of AMBA & BGA, added: 'I am delighted to announce that the Faculty of Business and the Faculty of Finance of City University of Macau have achieved BGA accreditation. It is clear that this school is focused on innovation. I welcome all the students and recent graduates from the business school to join our network which offers a plethora of services aimed at supporting a student’s or graduate’s career growth.’

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Notes to Editors

For more information or interviews, please contact:

Ellen Buchan, Insight, Content & PR Manager, AMBA & BGA – e.buchan@amba-bga.com

José Alves, Dean of Faculty of Business – josealves@cityu.edu.mo

Adrian Cheung, Dean of Faculty of Finance – adriancheung@cityu.edu.mo

About The Faculty of Business and the Faculty of Finance of City University of Macau

Faculty of Business

The Faculty of Business provides an exceptional educational experience that extends beyond traditional boundaries. FOB's focus lies in driving positive changes in both business and society through innovation, global markets, and sustainability. Students have the opportunity to delve into the vibrant multicultural environment of Macau, explore the dynamic dynamics of the Greater Bay Area of China, and engage with the growing opportunities in Portuguese-speaking countries. FOB challenges students to step out of their comfort zone, actively engage with industry professionals, and make a meaningful impact on the world. The faculty believes in fostering a nurturing and inclusive learning community that encourages collaboration, critical thinking, and personal growth, and is committed to providing the resources, support, and opportunities needed to unlock students' full potential as future leaders and entrepreneurs.

Faculty of Finance

The Faculty of Finance strives to provide students with an intellectually rewarding education, which enables them to pursue a variety of career paths in the profession. We recognize the need for our curricula to provide for not only competencies in technical and soft skills in finance and economics, and also an appreciation of interdisciplinary links to finance and economics. We value development in such areas as written and oral communications, information technology, ethics, and global business perspectives. We recognize a responsibility to work constructively with students, alumni, finance professionals, and members of the community to meet the challenges of a changing marketplace and profession.