Information Seminar

February 21, 2006

Rundown

Program Introduction by Prof. Rachel Zhang

Sharing by Alumni / Participants

Q&A

Outline

Introduction of the MTM-GLM program

History of the program

Program structure

Who should apply

Admission requirements

Global Logistics Management Program

• Alliance with ETH (Swiss Federal Institute of Technology Zurich), top university outside US and UK according to Times Higher Education Supplement 2004

• HKUST faculties with PhD from leading institutions• Guest instructors from North America and Europe

“The study trip at ETH Zurich was world-class with up-close and personal encounters with the top executives from the Fortune Global 500 companies.”

Keith Lui, Class of 2004-2005 Quality Assurance Lead, UBS Investment Bank

• Unique high-end program focusing on logistics, one of the four pillar industries in Hong Kong

• Professional recognition: CILTHK (Charted Institute of Logistics & Transport Hong Kong) accreditation

Global Logistics Management Program

Chris Ma, Class of 2002-2003 Manager – Project, Corporate Planning & Investments Dept, Sun Hung Kai Properties Group

“This is a great program. I feel I will benefit more from the MTM than I have from my MBA in the past 20 years.”

• Business and Management modules taught by faculty from the Business School

• Courses and seminars by leading experts from the industries

• Synergy of partnering the latest technological knowledge and business perspectives to achieve global excellence

Global Logistics Management Program

Cedric Dulong, Class of 2001-2003 Asia Pacific Regional Manager – Wine and Spirits Logistics Solutions Kuehne + Nagel Limited, Tokyo, Japan

“The MTM's high-level technology courses give me a chance to view my business and corporate affairs from different perspectives.”

History of MTM-GLM

• 1999: Graduate Diploma in Transportation Logistics

Management

• 2001: Launched MTM in Global Logistics Management

• 2002: Accreditation by CILTHK

• 2003: Formation of MTM Alumni Association

• 2003/04: Finalist in Best Logistics Course Provider in

Asian Freight and Supply Chain Awards

• 2005: Strategic alliance with ETH Zurich

The MTM Program Structure

Professional Activity Series

Courses at ETH and Study Trip

Global Logistics Management

Modules

Business and Management

Modules

(Weekend Study Format)

The MTM Program Structure

Global Logistics Management

Modules

Business and Management

Modules

• Management of Organizations • Technology Management• Quality Management• Principles for the Info Economy• International Macroeconomics• Operations Management• Corporate Finance & Accounting

• Supply Chain Systems• Management Science• Demand Management• Warehouse Management• Transportation Planning & Models• Logistics & Supply Chain Mgmt in China• Strategic Management for Global Logistics• Special Topics

                                                                                         

Weekend Study Format

• Alternate weekend classes to avoid disruptions from normal working schedules

• Extend program’s participation to professionals in South China and Asia

• Study in the University’s first-rate labs and lecture theaters

• Socialize with other MTM participants and alumni in the professional activity series

Study Trip

Courses in Supply Chain for Auto Industry and Purchasing & Supply Management

Firm Visit to Daimler-Chrysler

Firm Visit to Migros

Professional Activity Series

Firm Visit toAutotoll Limited

Annual Dinner of MTM Alumni Association

Dinner Seminar byMr. Linus Cheung, JP

“The MTM's professional activities provide a platform of sharing experiences with people from various backgrounds and extend networking opportunities.”

Cassandra Chan, Class of 2001-2003 Principal Supplies Officer (Procurement) Government Logistics Department, HKSAR

“With the spectacular growth on our membership, the MTM Alumni Association is now unequivocally a great partner on networking among the MTM graduates.”

Thomas Cheung, Class of 2002-2003 Executive Director, Aon Hong Kong President, MTM Alumni Association

    

              

“The MTM program is not only practical but also inspiring. It really can refresh our busy working lives.”

Winnie Mak, Class of 2004-2005Finance Manager – Reporting & ControlHongkong International Terminals

Who should apply:

• Technical Professionals wanting to acquire management skills

• Management Professionals and Business Executives wanting to learn the most recent developments and trends in logistics and the new economy

Admission Requirements

• A bachelor’s degree in a relevant discipline

• A minimum of 5 years of professional experience

• Short-listed applicants may be interviewed

• Qualified applicants can be admitted to the program before the application deadline (March 6)

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MTM Experiences

• Mr. David Tai, Network Appliance Inc.

• Mr. CK Tong, DHL Danzas Air & Ocean

• Mr. Stephen Chan, DKSH Hong Kong Ltd.

Q & A

Information Seminar

February 21, 2006