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Certificate for Module (Investor Relations and ESG)
證書（ 單元 : 投資者關係與環境、社會及管治）

Course Code
FN141A
Application Code
2355-FN141A
Credit
6
Study mode
Part-time
Start Date
08 Nov 2025 (Sat)
Duration
30 hours
Language
English
Course Fee
HK$9,000
Deadline on 27 Jun 2025 (Fri)
Enquiries
2867-8322
2861-0278
ringo.chan@hkuspace.hku.hk
How to Apply
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Highlights

The programme aims to equip students with the principles of investor relations (IR) and the application of Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) best practice within the IR role. It will cover the practices of investor relations, company report analysis, communication strategies in IR, ESG reporting requirements for the listed companies in Hong Kong, and effective ESG disclosures. The programme will also explore the growing importance of ESG in investment decision-making and how to develop a compelling ESG narrative that resonates with investors.
 

Graduates will obtain a one-year Hong Kong Investor Relations Association (HKIRA) Associate Membership to enhance their network in the IR field.

Programme Details

On completion of the programme, students should be able to

  1. Develop strategies of investor relations (IR) to maximise market capitalisation.
  2. Assess the benefits and risks of various communication strategies in IR.
  3. Examine ESG compliance and reporting requirements for the listed companies in Hong Kong.
  4. Evaluate how to apply ESG best practice in the IR role.

 

Syllabus

1. Principles of Investor Relations
  • Roles and objectives of investor relations
  • Concepts of investor community and their perspectives in valuation
  • Analysis of company report and due diligence
  • Financial analysis techniques
  • Stock valuation analysis
  • Frameworks of investor relations programmes, tools and techniques

 

2. Effective Engagement and Communication Strategies in Investor Relations
  • Investor relations and stock performance
  • Annual report, announcements and press release
  • Disclosure and communication techniques
  • Current trends and developments of investor relations

 

3. Best Practices of Investor Relations
  • Disclosure obligations under the Hong Kong Listing Rules
  • Current development of securities regulations and its implications on investor relations 
  • The importance of social responsibility strategy in investor relations
  • Best practices case studies

 

4. Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) Compliance and Framework
  • Hong Kong Exchange and Clearing Limited (HKEx) mandatory disclosure requirements in the ESG reporting related Listing Rules
  • Principles of good corporate governance, code provisions, and recommended best practices
  • Directors’ responsibilities, delegation, and board proceedings
  • Shareholders engagement

 

5. ESG Reporting Principles and Mandatory Disclosure Requirements
  • Reporting principles – (1) Materiality; (2) Quantitative; (3) Balance & (4) Consistency
  • Subject areas, aspects, general disclosures & key performance indicators (KPIs)
  • Internal & external materiality assessment
  • Disclosure of ESG targets
  • Report of the “comply or explain” provisions
  • Writing ESG Reports and ESG reporting flowcharts

 

6. ESG Reporting Guidance and Best Practices
  • Environmental: (1) emissions; (2) use of resources; (3) the environment & natural resources & (4) climate change
  • Greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions – Scope 1, Scope 2 & Scope 3
  • Significant impacts of activities on the environment and natural resources
  • Physical risks and transition risks of climate change
  • Social: (1) Employment; (2) Health & safety; (3) Development & training; (4) Labour standards; (5) Supply chain management; (6) Product responsibility; (7) Anti-corruption and (8) Community investment
  • Intellectual property rights, quality management & consumer privacy
  • Preventive measures, whistle-blowing procedures, and anti-corruption training

 

Award

Upon successful completion of the programme, students who have passed the assessment with attendance no less than 70% will be awarded within the HKU system through HKU SPACE a “Certificate for Module (Investor Relations and Environmental, Social and Governance).”

Type of Assessment

Description

Weighting

Group Presentation

One in-class case study in IR & ESG presented by groups of 3 to 5 students (about 15 minutes each)

50%

Written Assessment

One Individual written assignment to apply IR practices in effective communication with investors (1,000-word essay)

50%

 

 

Total: 100%
Application Code 2355-FN141A -

Duration
  • The programme consists of five sessions, each lasting 6 hours.
Venue

Class Details

Timetable

November 2025 Intake

Class  Date  Time 
1  8 Nov 2025 (Sat) 10:00 am - 1:00 pm
2:00 pm - 5:00 pm
2  15 Nov 2025 (Sat)
3  22 Nov 2025 (Sat)
4  29 Nov 2025 (Sat)
5  6 Dec 2025 (Sat)

Teacher Information

Dr. Eva Chan

Chairman, Hong Kong Investor Relations Association

Background

Dr. Chan is the Head of Investor Relations of a Hong Kong stock exchange-listed company. She has more than 25 years of experience and was the CFO and company secretary of various listed companies in Hong Kong. She is mainly responsible for formulating the IR strategies for the company and conducting meetings with investors and fund managers all over the world. She also leads in a number of corporate finance exercises and corporate restructuring activities. Dr. Chan is an Independent Non-Executive Director of a Hong Kong stock exchange-listed company and is appointed as an Adjunct Professor in the School of Accounting and Finance of the Hong Kong Polytechnic University.

Dr. Chan graduated from the City University of Hong Kong with a Bachelor of Arts in Accounting. She then earned her MBA degree from the University of Nottingham. She also obtained a DBA degree from the Polytechnic University of Hong Kong. She is a fellow member of the Hong Kong Investor Relations Association, a fellow member of the Hong Kong Institute of Chartered Secretaries, a fellow member of the Hong Kong Institute of Certified Public Accountants, and a fellow member of the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants.

Fee

Course Fee
  • HK$9,000

Entry Requirements

Applicants shall hold a bachelor’s degree awarded by a recognised institution. If the degree or equivalent qualification is from an institution where the language of teaching and assessment is not English, applicants shall provide evidence of English proficiency, such as:

  1. an overall band of 6.0 or above with no subtests lower than 5.5 in the IELTS; or
  2. a score of 550 or above in the paper-based TOEFL, or a score of 213 or above in the computer-based TOEFL, or a score of 80 or above on the internet-based TOEFL; or
  3. HKALE Use of English at Grade E or above; or
  4. HKDSE Examination English Language at Level 3 or above; or
  5. equivalent qualifications.

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Enrolment Method
Payment Method
1. Cash, EPS, WeChat Pay Or Alipay

Course fees can be paid by cash, EPS, WeChat Pay or Alipay at any HKU SPACE Enrolment Centres.

2. Cheque Or Bank draft

Course fees can also be paid by crossed cheque or bank draft made payable to “HKU SPACE”. Please specify the programme title(s) for application and applicant’s name. You may either:

  • bring the completed form(s), together with the appropriate course or application fees in the form of a cheque, and any required supporting documents to any of the HKU SPACE enrolment centres;
  • or mail the above documents to any of the HKU SPACE Enrolment Centres, specifying “Course Application” on the envelope. HKU SPACE will not be responsible for any loss of personal information and payment sent by mail.
3. VISA/Mastercard

Applicants may also pay the course fee by VISA or Mastercard, including the “HKU SPACE Mastercard”, at any HKU SPACE enrolment centres. Holders of the HKU SPACE Mastercard can enjoy a 10-month interest-free instalment period for courses with a tuition fee worth a minimum of HK$2,000; however, the course applicant must also be the cardholder himself/herself. For enquiries, please contact our staff at any enrolment centres.

4. Online Payment

Online application / enrolment is offered for most open admission courses (enrolled on first come, first served basis) and selected award-bearing programmes. Application fees and course fees of these programmes/courses can be settled by using "PPS by Internet" (not available via mobile phones), VISA or Mastercard. In addition to the aforesaid online payment channels, new and continuing students of award-bearing programmes with available online service, they may also pay their course fees by Online WeChat Pay, Online Alipay or Faster Payment System (FPS). Please refer to Enrolment Methods - Online Enrolment  for details.

Notes

  • If the programme/course is starting within five working days, application by post is not recommended to avoid any delays. Applicants are advised to enrol in person at HKU SPACE Enrolment Centres and avoid making cheque payment under this circumstance.

  • Fees paid are not refundable except under very exceptional circumstances (e.g. course cancellation due to insufficient enrolment), subject to the School’s discretion. In exceptional cases where a refund is approved, fees paid by cash, EPS, WeChat Pay, Alipay, cheque, FPS or PPS by Internet will be reimbursed by a cheque, and fees paid by credit card will be reimbursed to the credit card account used for payment. 

  • In addition to the published fees, there may be additional costs associated with individual programmes. Please refer to the relevant course brochures or direct any enquiries to the relevant programme team for details.
  • Fees and places on courses cannot be transferrable from one applicant to another. Once accepted onto a course, the student may not change to another course without approval from HKU SPACE. A processing fee of HK$120 will be levied on each approved transfer.
  • HKU SPACE will not be responsible for any loss of payment, receipt, or personal information sent by mail.
  • For payment certification, please submit a completed form, a sufficiently stamped and self-addressed envelope, and a crossed cheque for HK$30 per copy made payable to “HKU SPACE” to any of our enrolment centres.
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