Hong Kong Graduation Ceremony - November 2010

HONG KONG

WEDNESDAY 24 NOVEMBER 2010

THE UNIVERSITY AT A GLANCE

University of Newcastle established

1965

Full-time academic staff

880

Student enrolments in 2008

30,340 (Total) 23,568 (Domestic) 4,017 (International onshore) 2,755 (International offshore)

Graduates in 2008

5,723 (Total) 3,562 (Undergraduate) 2,010 (Postgraduate Coursework) 151 (Research Higher Degree)

Undergraduate programs

84

Postgraduate coursework programs

96

Total revenue in 2008

$451 million

Rankings Australian publicly funded research

9

Shanghai Jiao Tong World Ranking 2007

Top 4%

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MESSAGE FROM THE VICE-CHANCELLOR AND PRESIDENT

Dear Graduate Congratulations! Today we recognise your commitment and your significant achievements.

This graduation ceremony is a celebration for you, and your family and friends who have provided valuable support during your studies. To these important guests, we offer a very special welcome.

Many of you here today will be preparing to embark on a new career. Others may be considering returning to university for further study. Whichever path you are following, it is an exciting time and the University of Newcastle is proud of the role we have played in this chapter of your life.

Education is one of the most valuable assets you can have. Today is a significant milestone and, I hope, the first of many similar celebrations in a journey of lifelong learning.

You are now an alumnus and part of the University of Newcastle’s growing alumni community. This important global network keeps you connected with the University and offers you friendship and professional links with Newcastle graduates and former staff living in Australia and 95 countries across the world.

Newcastle’s 100,000 strong alumni network includes Australia’s Ambassador and Permanent Representative to the United Nations in New York, Gary Quinlan; the former Clerk of the Federal House of Representatives, Ian Harris; and former Justice of the High Court of Australia, the Hon Justice Michael Kirby.

We always like to hear from our graduates as they progress through their career here in Newcastle or beyond, so please stay in touch through our alumni network.

As a graduate of this University you carry our reputation for a commitment to quality and integrity in everything we do. I hope that your time here has been both challenging and rewarding, that the University has given you a good start to your career, and that you take with you lifelong friends and great memories.

Congratulations on obtaining your degree and reaching this significant milestone. I wish you every success in your chosen career.

Professor Nicholas Saunders Vice-Chancellor and President

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THE UNIVERSITY COUNCIL As at 26 August 2010

The Official Members The Chancellor Conjoint Professor Trevor C Waring AM

External persons who are members of Convocation Ms Dianne Allen, JP

BA, MSc(Newc.), FAPS

BCom(Newc.), CAM, AICD

The Vice-Chancellor and President Professor Nicholas Saunders

Mr Peter Cockbain

MD(Syd.), HonLLD(Monash)

BScEng(Newc), FIEAust, CPEng, FIPENZ, FTSE

The Hon Mahla Pearlman AO

The President of the Academic Senate Professor Val J Robertson

BA, LLB(Hons)(Syd.), HonLLD(Newc.)

BAppSc(Physio)(Lincoln Institute), BA(Hons), PhD(La Trobe)

BCom, HonDBus(Newc), FCA, FCPA

Member Appointed by Council The Deputy Chancellor Mr Michael K Johns

Dr Geoff Leonard AM Ministerial Appointees Ms Sharryn Brownlee Ms Crystal Condous OAM

LLM(Syd), FAICD

BCom, MLib(UNSW), GAICD

Elected Members

The Hon John Charles Price AM

Professor Leonie Ashman

I.Eng(UK), AMI Mar.E, OFIE Aust, I Eng. IMarEng, MAICD

BSc(Hons)(Flinders), PhD(Adelaide)

Conjoint Professor Geoff Lilliss

Professor John Rostas

BE(Hons), MBA(Merit)(Newc), FIE(Aust), MAICD

BSc(Hons), PhD(Monash)

Ms Leanne Holt Dip HR(HIT), MME(Newc)

Ms Matilda Hunt Mr Benjamin Dean BSc(Hons)(Newc.)

Dr Ken Moss AM BE(Hons), PhD(Newc), HonFIE(Aust), CPEng, FAICD

Ms Deborah Wright DipTeach(Newc), MBA(SCU), FAMI, CPM

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PRINCIPAL OFFICERS OF THE UNIVERSITY As at 26 August 2010

Vice-Chancellor and President Professor Nicholas Saunders MD(Syd.), HonLLD(Monash), FRACP

Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Academic and Global Relations) Professor Kevin McConkey BA(Hons), PhD(Qld), FASSA, FAICD

Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Research) Professor Michael Calford BSc, PhD(Monash)

Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Services) Dr Susan Gould BSc(Hons)(Edin), PhD(Flinders), FAICD

President of Academic Senate Professor Val Robertson BAppSc(Physio)(Lincoln Institute), BA(Hons), PhD(La Trobe)

Faculty Pro Vice-Chancellors Pro Vice-Chancellor (Business and Law) Professor Stephen Nicholas BA(Syracuse), MA(Iowa), FASSA

Pro Vice-Chancellor (Education and Arts) Professor Terence Lovat BEd, GradDipREd(SAustCAE), BLitt(Deakin), BTheol, TheolM(MelbDivColl), MA, PhD(Syd.)

Pro Vice-Chancellor (Engineering and Built Environment) Professor John Carter AM BE, PhD, DEng(Syd), MASCE, FTSE, FAA, FIEAust, CPEng, GAICD

Pro Vice-Chancellor (Health) Professor Nicholas Talley MBBS(Hons), MD(NSW), MMedSc(ClinEpid)(Newc), PhD(Syd), FRACP, FRCP(London & Edinburgh), FAFPHM, FACP, FACG, AGAF

Pro Vice-Chancellor (Science and Information Technology) Professor Bill Hogarth BSc(Hons)(UNSW), PhD(Newc.), FIMA, CMath, FAustMS

Pro Vice-Chancellor Portfolios Pro Vice-Chancellor (Academic) Professor Bill Hogarth BSc(Hons)(NSW), PhD(Newc.), FIMA, CMath, FAustMS

Pro Vice-Chancellor and Director Central Coast Campuses Professor Stephen Crump BA, DipEd(Macq.), MEd(Hons), PhD(Syd.)

Pro Vice-Chancellor (Corporate Development and Community Partnerships) Associate Professor Martin Fitzgerald MSc(Soc.Res)(Surrey), LLB(Hons)(UCE), PGCE (Higher Education)(Green), Solicitor(England and Wales)

Pro Vice-Chancellor (Research) Professor Scott Holmes BCom (Newcastle(NSW)), PhD(ANU), FCPA

Pro Vice-Chancellor and CEO (Singapore) Mr Robert Cochrane DipBus(Accounting)(CIT), CPA

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MESSAGE FROM THE PRESIDENT OF THE EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE OF ALUMNI (CONVOCATION)

Dear Graduate, Congratulations! As a graduate of the University of Newcastle, you and those who have supported you while you studied, are well justified in being proud of your achievement today.

I welcome you on behalf of my graduate peers, to the proud tradition that is the University of Newcastle global Alumni Network, our community of graduates that comprises over 110,000 alumni in more than 95 countries.

This network is built on strong, collaborative relationships that foster academic, business, social and career opportunities for our graduates and I encourage to you to engage with our Alumni Network.

There are alumni groups in many locations around the world, and the Alumni Presidents’ and Coordinators’ in these locations partner with our Committee and the University Alumni Relations office to make connections of value for our graduates – both with each other, and also with our University.

The Alumni Association of Hong Kong is made up of alumni living and working in Hong Kong. It was established in 1990 to provide an avenue for graduates and friends of the University to renew old friendships, create new ones and to strengthen the ties between the community in Hong Kong and the University.

New members are always welcome and alumni who may be travelling to Hong Kong when an Alumni event is scheduled, are invited to attend these events. Check on the alumni website for details.

We seek to play a role in maintaining its reputation as a leading research University both locally, nationally and internationally to maintain the currency of our degrees.

We are also committed as alumni to supporting the students who follow us, and many of you will have enjoyed the support of scholarships donated by alumni while you studied.

As a valued member of alumni, you are also eligible to become an elected member of the Executive Committee, which plays a a vital and rewarding role in advising the University and in engaging and supporting its graduates through the activities of the global Alumni Network. We also confer the prestigious Alumni Awards annually - recognising outstanding graduates from their early careers to life time achievements. Who knows when you might be the recipient of an Alumni Award?

Please keep your current contact details up-to-date on the Alumni website as you commence or continue your career journey, especially your postal address (as many events are location based) and your email address. This can be done easily online at www.newcastle.edu.au/alumni I can also be contacted directly via email: alumni-president@newcastle.edu.au With best wishes for a great future, Brian Kennaugh, President of Alumni Bachelor of Business 1993

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ALUMNI ASSOCIATION OF HONG KONG

Dr Wanbil Lee President for the Year 2010

Dr Sammy Poone Patron

The University of Newcastle, Australia, Alumni Association of Hong Kong was founded in 1992. Its main objectives are: 1. To offer guidance and assistance to students of the University and members of the Alumni in Hong Kong on areas such as career development and study difficulties.

2. To promote the good will of the University and to contribute to the society of Hong Kong and greater China.

3. To organise healthy, educational and fun-filled activities to maintain a cohesive and sustainable members network.

The Hong Kong Alumni organise regular activities to sustain the connections with alumni members, participate in activities organised by other Australian Associations and contribute volunteer work for events such as the University’s 40th anniversary celebration. They actively facilitate networking opportunities and promote the University and its qualifications to the local community.

They welcome new graduates and will further strengthen its connections with the global University Alumni Network and relevant Australian groups and associations. www.newcastle.edu.au/alumni

ALUMNI

[uh -luhm-nigh] a group of gradustes from a school or university

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WEDNESDAY 24 NOVEMBER 2010

EVENING CEREMONY FACULTY OF BUSINESS AND LAW Professional Doctorates will be presented by Associate Professor Amir Mahmood – Deputy Head of Faculty. (Faculty of Business and Law) Graduates will be presented by Associate Professor Amir Mahmood – Deputy Head of Faculty. (Faculty of Business and Law)

Graduate Speaker TBA TBA

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PROFESSIONAL DOCTORATES

FACULTY OF BUSINESS AND LAW Doctor of Business Administration Paul Raymond Boldy Thesis Title: Demand Side Pressure for Green Buildings: The Case of Financial Institutions in Hong Kong

Tang Tak Man Thesis Title: Knowledge Sharing Within Organisational Boundaries of Hong Kong Construction Firms

Hang Ming Chan Thesis Title: Corporate Social Responsibility Practices: A Review of China-Based and Non-China-Based Companies Listed in Hong Kong

Lee Kwan Hang Michael Thesis Title: An Empirical Study on the Timeliness of Knowledge Transfer within Supply Chain

Kit Ching Chan Thesis Title: A Study of the Strategic Positioning of Human Resources Management in Hong Kong Listed Companies Wilson Weng Hang Chee Thesis Title: The Predictability of Individual, Organizational, and Technology Factors on Knowledge Sharing Processes in the Construction Industry of Hong Kong Taj Ishola Thesis Title: Flexible Strategic Management of Professional Service Firms: A Case Study of a Global Management Engineering and Development Consultancy Yiu-Fai Eddie Kwok Thesis Title: Major Determinants Affecting the Autonom of Multi National Corporation Subsidiaries in China Shui Kar Lok Thesis Title: An Evaluation of the Manufacturing Strategies of Private Small and Medium Size Enterprises (SMEs) in China’s Narrow Fabric Industry

Chi Cheong Allen Ng Thesis Title: Screen Winners From Losers Using Simple Fundamental Analysis in Small-Capitalization Stocks in Hong Kong Tam Tak On Thesis Title: Information Technology Governance and Information System Success in Hong Kong Tung Tsui Thesis Title: Franchisee’s Entrepreneurial Cognition: An Empirical Study of Franchisee’s Response to Franchisor’s Constraints in Hong Kong Hilleas Wong Thesis Title: The Impact of Action-Learning on the Entrepreneurial Inclination and Traits of Hong Kong Vocational Students - A Comparative Study See Hoi Wong Thesis Title: Materialism and Green Consumer Behaviour in Hong Kong Yuk Yan Wu Thesis Title: The Turnover Intention Among Pharmaceutical Staff in Hong Kong

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FACULTY OF BUSINESS AND LAW

POSTGRADUATE COURSEWORK

Master of Business with Distinction Yuk Kam Ivy Chui Margaret McGrath Wong Wai Ying Master of Business Chi-Pui Michael Chan Ka Man Chan Wing Man Annie Chan Yin Pang Chan Pui Yee Cheung Yan Yan Amy Cheng Yuen Ching Cheung Wa Ching Chong Yee Bun Choy Lai Wan Candes Chung Fung Sin Ho Cheuk-Hang Hui Veenas Hunsrao Cheung Hok Kan Kam Nui Kar Mohammed Sardaran Khan

Shuk Lin Lam

Chi Wai Ng

Kam Ying Virginia Lau

Sui Yin Sindy Pang

Siu Lin Betty Lau

Cheuk Ling Bowie Sieto

Chiu Wah Lee

Tsai Sum Tam

Chung Yeung Lee

Wing Chit Cindy Teng

Hon Mo Ricky Lee

Hiu To Tse

Karen Kar Yan Lee

Tak Wai Edmund Tso

Ming Ming Lee

Kaori Usami

Suet Mui Lee

Tsz Kiu Wan

Tai Wai Lee

Lai Hong Annie Wong

Wai Yee Lee

San Io Wong

Kuan Wei Leong

Sui Ching Wong

Chung Kai Roy Leung

Tat Ming Wong

Ka Wai Kevin Leung

Tsz Chiu Wong

Kuan Wei Leong

Wai Fun Wong

On Yi Leong

Wai Man Gloria Wong

Pui Ying Leung

Wai Chi Wong

So Man Leung

Yuk Fai Wong

Wai Ying Leung

Ho Yee Olivia Yan

Suet Fan Li

Man Yee Florence Yan

Lau Chung Lim

Yuk Ching Yip

Chi Lin Liu

Wing Chi Florence Yu

Hoi Yan Kwok

Chi Hung Lo

Wan Sze Kwok

Pik Ha Amy Lo

Anita In-Yee Lam

Shuk Yee Lo

Chi Lai Lam

Man Wai Ma

Kam Wai Lam

Chi Ming Ng

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