Chief Public Mission Officer,
Hong Kong Cyberport
Ir Eric Chan is Chartered Engineer and Fellow of the Institution of Engineering and Technology of the UK. Mr Chan is currently the Chief Public Mission Officer of Hong Kong Cyberport, responsible for building the ecosystem to nurture I&T start-ups and young entrepreneurs for Hong Kong. Mr Chan is a veteran in the ICT industry and has held senior management positions at MNCs prior to joining Cyberport. Mr Chan is active in public services, especially in education, industry training, professional bodies and charitable organisations. Mr Chan is currently the Chairman of Hong Kong Qualifications Framework ICT Industry Training Advisory Committee, Member of the Advisory Committee on Gifted Education of the Education Bureau of the HKSAR Government, Chairman of Knowledge Management Development Center in Hong Kong, member of university advisory committees and IMC member of secondary schools.
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.