Students selected for the Kellogg-HKUST EMBA programme have always come from diverse backgrounds and a variety of industries. This year’s intake, who started the programme in January, are no different.

The Class of 2024, comprising students from 16 global cities, including Shanghai, Jakarta, Singapore, Tokyo, Seoul and New Delhi, work in various industries, such as architecture, healthcare, finance, technology, property, education and hospitality.

Many are veterans in their respective fields, with an average of 18 years of work experience. More than half of them are executive-level managers, vice-presidents or directors of companies, while the rest are managers of teams of employees.