Grads enticed into six-month banking program

The Hong Kong Monetary Authority and the banking industry jointly launched the Banking Talent Program to provide 300 openings in areas ranging from front-line operations to back-office functions in retail and commercial banking for fresh graduates from local universities.

Work opportunities will be offered by banks, stored value facilities operators, together with the HKMA. Six-month work opportunities and industry-specific training will be offered. The program will start early September and last for six months.

The HKMA will reimburse participating firms up to 50 percent of the monthly salary of program participants, which is HK$12,000 per month, and subsidize the course fees. 

Students graduating with a bachelor’s degree in 2020 from local universities may apply from  June 15.