HR & Education

HK MBA demand shifts to specialised tracks

Enrolment across three local universities slipped 1.1% to 631 students last year.

Hong Kong tops Asia salary growth as 60% job‑hop for raises

But, even with strong mover’s premium, only 41% of professionals plan job changes in 2026.

Salaries to grow 4% in 2026 as employers ditch 'bidding wars'

Businesses are now pivoting to cost control and long-term value.

Hong Kong allocates $65m for workforce development

Schools are also launching new programmes for aviation and finance.

Hong Kong unleashes $80m "IP Blitz" to monetise local patents

The 2026 Budget backs IP Academy and pilot scheme to turn R&D into tradable assets.

2026 Budget allocates $2b for AI education and 5,000 petaFLOPS supercluster

Paul Chan announced 2026 funding for schools, universities, and Sandy Ridge data hub.

Over 75% eye expansion despite talent retention and hiring strains

About 13% of employers cited talent retention as their biggest obstacle.

AI boosts productivity but only 24% see job security: PwC

PwC survey shows low mobility despite productivity gains.

Link REIT names John Russell Saunders executive director amidst CEO search

Ng Kok Siong joins him in the Link REIT interim structure.

Hiring to slow despite demand for digital, e-commerce, and ESG roles

Rising wage pressure and lower youth interest are key challenges.

Can Hong Kong overcome AI talent shortages and access gaps?

The city houses 500 AI organisations across different sectors.

Employers face tight supply as selective scarcity slows hiring

Beyond technical capability, employers increasingly value Mandarin proficiency alongside English and Cantonese.

Hong Kong employers brace for disruption as AI hits admin roles hardest

53% of employers expect more than a quarter of their staff will require reskilling, and 26% expect more than half will need new skills.

What’s driving Hong Kong’s hiring rebound?

Critical thinking, data analysis, creativity, and ethical decision-making are amongst the top skills in demand.