Macau, March 23, 2024 – The University of Macau (UM) successfully hosted the “HSBC/UM Macau Business Case Competition 2024” on March 23, 2024. This prestigious competition was jointly organized by UM’s Faculty of Business Administration and the Centre for Tourism and Integrated Resort Studies (CTIRS), and sponsored by the Hong Kong and Shanghai Banking Corporation Limited (HSBC) Macau Branch.
The competition drew significant attention and active participation from students representing various universities in Macau. A total of 24 teams from four different universities in Macau enthusiastically joined the competition, and 9 teams were shortlisted to present their case study submissions in the first round. Team Beyond from the University of Macau, Team Dream On from the Macau University of Science and Technology, and Team Quantum from the Macao Institute for Tourism Studies were recognized for their exceptional performance and awarded merit awards.
The finalists were given 3 hours to analyze the case provided by HSBC, come up with a solution, and prepare a presentation. They showcased their exceptional business acumen and talent, with Team Good Vibes from the Macao Polytechnic University emerging as the Champion. Team Dreamcatchers from the Macau University of Science and Technology secured the 1st Runner-up, and Team Infinite from UM claimed the 2nd Runner-up. The Champion, Team Good Vibes, will be participating in the “HSBC/HKU Asia Pacific Business Case Competition 2024” held in Hong Kong from May 26 to 29, 2024.
The closing remarks from Ms. Karen Wang, the Chief Executive Officer Macau from HSBC, and Prof. Amy So, the Assistant Dean (External Relations and International) of the Faculty of Business Administration at UM, encouraged the participants and highlighted the importance of fostering talent and promoting collaboration among students.
The HSBC/UM Macau Business Case Competition 2024 was a resounding success, providing a platform for students from different universities in Macau to engage, learn, and grow together. The University of Macau remains dedicated to nurturing the next generation of business leaders and contributing to the overall development of Macau’s business community.
