Principal, United Christian College (Kowloon East);
Chairman of the Board of Directors, Bethel Bible Seminary
Dr Samuel Cheng, Principal of United Christian College (Kowloon East), has been serving in three Christian schools for over thirty years. He holds qualifications in Christian Education and Christian Studies, and his specialties are in Chemistry, Curriculum and Education. Dr Cheng is currently serving as the Chairman of the Board of Directors of the Bethel Bible Seminary and the Committee Member of the Hong Kong Direct Subsidy Scheme Schools Council. He has also held positions in public services, such as the Quality Education Fund of the Education Bureau and the Advisory Committee of the Hong Kong Examinations and Assessment Authority.
Transitioning from a student to entering the workplace as a newcomer marks a necessary stage of personal growth and a significant juncture in life's journey. As a newcomer of the workforce, individual need to step out from the structured learning environment, necessitating independent exploration of the new professional landscape, shouldering greater responsibilities, and engaging with a broader array of individuals and tasks.
This transformation involves the practical application of theoretical knowledge to address real-world challenges and adaptations that demand appropriate mindsets, skills, and attitudes. The timely development of these skills not only facilitates obstacle navigation but also enhances the ability to capitalise on a wider range of opportunities.
In this forum, the education experts will explore strategies for assisting students in cultivating essential competencies through school-to-work transition learning, empowering them to transit confidently from academic settings to workplace environments, fostering self-assurance and competence as they embark on their career journeys.