The Faculty of Finance of City University of Macau (CityU) organized a study trip to Shanghai for students and faculty to gain insights into the financial industry’s development and foster industry-academia ties, this trip was sponsored by the Macau Foundation. From May 25 to May 29, 2025, led by Associate Dean Eva Khong Yueng Wah of the Faculty of Finance, the delegation consisted of 16 members, including Assistant Professor Zhao Jingying and Lecturer Sou Cheng Wai and students from various faculties including Faculty of Finance, Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences, Faculty of Data Science, School of Education, Faculty of Health and Wellness for cross-disciplinary experience study.

May 26, morning, the delegation group visited the Shanghai Pudong Branch of the Agricultural Bank of China (ABC). They were warmly welcomed by Ms. Yang Jue Ting, Deputy Head of ABC Shanghai Pudong Branch, and Ms. He Min, Deputy officer of the Business Office. Students toured ABC's "5G+" Smart Bank facilities, including intelligent financial counters, barrier-free access, electronic library waiting areas, the "Agricultural Products Service Zone", and the "Financial Mediation Room". These specialized financial services, which cater to diverse customer needs and support rural revitalization and community development, have garnered widespread public attention. The progress in financial technology left a deep impression on the students.

May 26, afternoon, the delegation group visited the Sino-British College (SBC) of the University of Shanghai for Science and Technology (USST). They first toured the campus and university history museum. Mr. Zhang Zheng, Associate Dean of SBC, Mr. Wang Ke, Director, and Ms. Wang Yu, Senior Manager of Marketing and Public Relations, extended a warm welcome to the faculty and students from City University of Macau (CityU). Students from both institutions participated in an exchange session. Associate Dean Eva Khong Yueng Wah expressed gratitude for the hospitality and introduced CityU's educational features, discipline offerings, and internationalization progress. As a key platform for financial education in Macau, CityU emphasizes practical teaching integrated with industry. The two institutions explored potential cooperation in fintech, big data analysis, and cross-border learning opportunities. Both sides look forward to deepening collaboration in fintech, international education, and interdisciplinary research. Students actively interacted in a congenial atmosphere after the meeting.

May 27, Morning, the delegation group visited the School of Finance and Management (SFM) at Shanghai University of International Business and Economics (SUIBE). They were warmly received by Dean Zhang Yun and Associate Dean Zheng Ying Fei. There was a campus tour before exchange meeting, Associate Dean Khong thanked Dean Zhang for the arrangements and outlined CityU’s educational philosophy, academic structure, and international development. Dean Zhang highlighted SFM’s unique strengths. Both universities proposed joint efforts with government and industry organizations to implement research in regional financial development, policy research, and cross-border data analysis. Future collaboration in academic exchange, student visits, and resource sharing was also discussed.

In a student exchange segment, participants discussed university life, financial industry opportunities, and cultural heritage, culminating in a collaborative "Cultural Heritage Hand-Painted Fan" activity that added an artistic touch to cross-regional youth friendship. In the academic exchange session, students discussed an academic session themed "Financial Innovation and Regional Cooperation from a Global Perspective" and Macau students shared insights on Macau’s role as a "China-Portugal Platform" and opportunities within the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area, while Shanghai students presented case studies on fintech and green finance within the Yangtze River Delta integration. Dialogue on curriculum design, internship resources, and career planning fostered an enthusiastic atmosphere.

May 27, Afternoon, the delegation group visited China CICC Wealth Management Securities Company Limited, meeting Ms. Zou Li Jing, Private Wealth Advisor. Ms. Zou detailed CICC’s operations in asset allocation, investment consulting, and high-net-worth client services, along with trends in China’s wealth management industry, professional qualification pathways, and securities career development. Students gained valuable insights into securities firms' roles in IPO, bond issuance, M&A restructuring, and differences between A-share and H-share markets.

May 28, Morning, the delegation group visited CIMC Enric Holdings Limited., led by Mr. Hu Gang, Party Branch Secretary/Chairman of the Guild/Deputy General Manager. Students toured the factory, learning about equipment functions and operations. Mr. Hu introduced the company as a provider of low-carbon integrated energy solutions, highlighting its modular smart low-carbon energy stations. The visit underscored the synergy between finance and green technology in driving energy transition. The company’s integrated "Product + Technology + Service" model—featuring modular energy stations, hydrogen equipment, and digital simulation platforms—showcased innovative business approaches toward carbon neutrality, creating shared social and commercial value with partners.

May 28, Afternoon, the delegation group visited the School of Management at University of Shanghai for Science and Technology (USST). Associate Dean Liu Wei, Finance Department Head Zhang Qing Long, Business Administration Department Head Zhou Kai, international office members, and student representatives attended the exchange. Associate Dean Liu welcomed the delegation and detailed the school’s development, faculty, talent cultivation model, research achievements, and internationalization. Finance Department Head Zhang Qing Long shared the Finance School’s history, faculty resources, industry-academia-research collaboration, and fintech innovation programs. Associate Dean Khong expressed appreciation and presented CityU’s educational evolution, academic structure, teaching strengths, and global talent development. Both sides discussed financial talent cultivation and future collaboration, laying groundwork for further partnership in financial education.

Faculty and students from CityU engaged in dynamic exchanges with Shanghai universities, financial experts, and institution executives. This experience provided fresh perspectives on Shanghai’s financial economy, digital finance innovations, and corporate transformation. Students broadened their horizons through peer interactions on and off campus, gaining immense value. The exchange not only deepened bilateral cooperation in finance academia and practice but also established a platform for expanding professional perspectives and interdisciplinary knowledge integration.