In May 2025, students of cohort 1 and 2 from the Interdisciplinary Data Analytics and X Double Major programme participated in a field study to Indonesia and the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area respectively. Organised by the Office of Co-operative Education Programme (OCEP), the field trips aimed to provide international exchange and learning experiences, cultivate students’ soft skills and industry insights, and help them grow into future leaders capable of addressing global challenges.
From 10 to 18, May, IDADM year 2 students traveled to Indonesia for a 9-day business study to understand and research Indonesia’s natural environment, economy, and social development. This visit focused on Labuan Bajo, Indonesia’s emerging tourismcity, with the case partner of PT ASDP Indonesia Ferry Property (IFPRO), a state-owned enterprise covering diverse areas including transportation and property development.
Under the guidance of professional consultants, students gained on-site understanding of Labuan Bajo’s natural environment, diverse cultures, and business ecosystem. They worked in groups to conduct research on local supply chain management, dock ecosystems, community development, agricultural innovation, and the business needs of the enterprise, formulating business plans and development strategies for IFPRO. Subsequently, they presented their research findings to a panel of judges consisting of Indonesian government officials and IFPRO senior management, demonstrating their innovative thinking and professional capabilities.
In late May, IDADM year 1 students visited Shenzhen, Zhongshan, and Macao to explore the technology industries in the Greater Bay Area, touring six companies: Huawei, BYD, Futu Holdings, Mingyang Electric, Akeso, and Galaxy Entertainment Group. Students engaged in discussions with corporate executives, visited production facilities, and receive insider advice during the career sharing sessions from HR teams across various industries, gaining valuable career planning guidance.
This field studys to Indonesia and the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area were not just simple tours of urban clusters and enterprises, but deep explorations of cultural integration, technological innovation, and industrial development. While broadening their horizons, students also enhanced their ability to address complex challenges and seize opportunities in the context of globalisation.
