Key facts
- 71% of Hong Kong graduates rate their career prospects 8-10 out of 10, significantly higher than the global average of 59%.
- Hong Kong graduates view the finance industry as the city's most attractive and stable sector.
- Nearly 90% of Hong Kong graduates believe they have the skills employers seek.
- 38% of Hong Kong graduates believe AI has no negative impact on their job search, and 37% think it makes finding a job easier.
- Three-quarters of Hong Kong graduates are actively using AI tools in their job applications.
Hong Kong graduates are more optimistic about their career prospects, particularly within the finance sector, compared to their global counterparts, according to a new survey by the CFA Institute. The study found that 71% of Hong Kong graduates rated their career outlook between eight and 10 out of 10, a level of optimism shared by only 59% of graduates worldwide.
The institute attributed this confidence to the finance sector's resilience and Hong Kong's standing as a leading international financial center, ranking third globally and first in the Asia-Pacific region. Graduates expressed strong belief in their own skills, with nearly 90% confident they possess the abilities employers are looking for.
Furthermore, the survey highlighted a pragmatic approach to artificial intelligence among Hong Kong's young workforce. Rather than viewing AI as a threat, a significant portion of graduates see it as beneficial for their job search. Specifically, 38% believe AI has no negative impact on their job hunting, while 37% feel it actually makes securing a job easier. Demonstrating a proactive stance, three-quarters of these graduates are already utilizing AI tools in their application processes.