The Career Path Into Financial Analysis, From Degree to Your First Role

Financial analysts are in demand across Hong Kong's banks, asset managers and HKEX-listed corporations, evaluating investments and building financial models to support the city's role as a leading Asian financial centre. Most entrants hold a degree in finance, accounting, economics or a related quantitative field, often from HKU, HKUST or CUHK. Strong bilingual (Cantonese/English, often Mandarin) skills are highly valued given exposure to mainland Chinese markets. Here's exactly how to build a career as a financial analyst in Hong Kong.