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Certificate for Module (GenAI and Automation for Finance and Business)
證書(單元 : 生成式人工智能及金融與業務自動化)

CEF Reimbursable Course

CEF Reimbursable Course

Course Code
FN104A
Application Code
2260-FN104A

Credit
6
Study mode
Part-time
Start Date
11 Dec 2024 (Wed)
Next intake(s)
Feb 2025
Duration
30 hours
Language
English
Course Fee
Course Fee: $9900 per programme (* course fees are subject to change without prior notice)
Deadline on 26 Nov 2024 (Tue)
Enquiries
2867 8331 / 2867 8424
2861 0278
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Accept New Applications for Dec 2024 intake! There are practical classes in the computer laboratory. Introduction to generative artificial intelligence (GenAI) and its applications for business and finance will be covered. Online automation software, such as text and image generation, will be illustrated, and artificial intelligence generated content will be shared. Issues of GenAI and automation will be discussed.

Highlights

The programme aims to provide students with essential knowledge of generative artificial intelligence (GenAI) and its applications for business and finance. It equips students with technical skills to apply computational tools and online software in the computer laboratory. The programme also illustrates process automation for business and finance and discusses the issues of GenAI and automation.
 

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Programme Details

Intended Learning Outcomes (ILOs) of the Programme

On completion of the programme, students should be able to

  1. explain the principles of generative artificial intelligence (GenAI) and its technical usage;
  2. illustrate the applications of GenAI to generate content;
  3. apply computational tools and software of GenAI to perform process automation for business and finance; and
  4. discuss the issues of GenAI and automation.
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Days / Time
  • Mon, Wed, 7:00pm - 10:00pm
Duration
  • 30 hours
Venue
  • Hong Kong Island Learning Centre
  • Kowloon East Campus
  • Kowloon West Campus

Modules

Syllabus

(1) Introduction to generative artificial intelligence (GenAI)

  • Overview of artificial intelligence (AI) and big data development
    • Machine learning (ML) and deep learning (DL)
    • Computer vision
    • Natural language processing (NLP) and large language model (LLM)
  • Differences between analytical AI and generative AI (GenAI)
  • Principles of technologies around generative pre-trained transformers (GPT) and artificial intelligence generated content (AIGC)
    • Generative adversarial network (GAN) and Variational autoencoder (VAE)
    • Transformer-based generative model and flow-based generative model
    • GPT related tools: Open AI ChatGPT, Poe Chat, Sage, Claude, Microsoft Bing Chat, Google Bard
    • Comparison of different generations of GPT
    • Accuracy and limitations of GPT
  • Business implications of GenAI and GPT

(2) Overview of GenAI and automation tools

  • Data analytics with GenAI tools
  • Mechanism of ChatGPT: language generation, language understanding, dialogue generation, knowledge retrieval
  • Prompt and prompt engineering
  • Automation concepts using computational tools and online software
    • Overview of Microsoft Copilot
    • Overview of ChatGPT plugin
    • Overview of Chrome plugin
    • Coding and programming with GenAI tools
  • Online automation software by transforming structured data to unstructured data and vice versa
    • Summarisation tools: YouTube Summary with ChatGPT, ChatPDF
    • Presentation generation and processing tools: Tome.ai, beautiful.ai
    • Text generation and processing tools: Smodin, Jasper.ai, Copy.ai, copysmith.ai, Notion AI, Friday Chat
    • Meeting minutes recording tools: Supernormal, Tactiq
    • Image generation and processing tools: Playground AI, Midjourney, Canva, DALL·E 2, Soulgen, Fotor, Stable Diffusion, Leonardo.ai, Meta AI
    • Video generation and processing tools: Capcut, Fliki, Narakeet, Invideo, Pictory, unboring, Phenaki, Imagen Video
    • Voice generation and processing tools: MuseScore, Flat, Noteflight, Lalai.ai, Assembly AI
    • Other GenAI tools: Grammarly, Character.AI, Zapier, AIPRM for ChatGPT, Extrapolate.ai, BedtimeStory.ai, Hotoke.ai, Explainpaper, PrintIdea, RoomGPT

(3) Business and finance automated by GenAI

  • Overview of process automation for business and finance
  • Sentiment analysis for business
  • Business communication and multi-language translation
  • Financial analysis with GPT
  • Questionnaire design and business survey
  • Interview practice and business proposal design
  • Regulatory technology (RegTech) and compliance with GenAI
  • Customized learning and customized customer services for banking and finance
  • Robo advisory for finance and investment
  • Risk management by computer bot
  • Financial news generation and promotional material drafting    

(4) Issues of GenAI and automation

  • Challenges and risks around GenAI and automation
  • Plagiarism in business research and research writing
  • Data privacy and training data in AI algorithms
  • Legal and intellectual property around GenAI
  • Ethical issues around artificial intelligence generated content (AIGC)

Assessment method: One In-Class Exercise + Group Project Presentation

Award

Upon successful completion of the programme, students who have passed the final examination with attendance no less than 70% will be awarded within the HKU system through HKU SPACE a “Certificate for Module (Generative Artificial Intelligence and Automation for Finance and Business).”

Teacher

(1) Dr K.H. Cheung

King Hong is a fervent proponent of AI and ML technologies across various domains, specifically on Digital Transformation and Autonomous Data Modelling and Analytics. Possessing a strong personal network and extensive experience in consulting, King Hong has a deep understanding of integrating technology into business operations. His leadership is demonstrated in his previous consultation projects, where he led his team to research and design automated solutions for business operation workflows using cutting-edge AI and ML technologies in Computer Vision (CV) and Natural Language Processing (NLP).

During his tenure as a lecturer at two local universities in Hong Kong, King Hong enriched the learning experiences of his students using his domain knowledge, expertise, and industry experiences into a wide array of subjects. He guided master’s students in their application of Data Science techniques, including Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, and Data Analytics/Mining.

(2) Mr Keith Li

Keith Li is an industry veteran with 20+ years of experience in Mobile Apps, Web3, and Generative AI, is the Co-Founder and CEO of Innopage Limited. He successfully raised multiple rounds of funding from listed companies and family offices, leading innovative projects that garnered 30+ regional and international awards. Keith is a part-time lecturer at HKBU, PolyU SPEED, and CUSCS, specializing in Design Thinking, Web3, Generative AI, and Entrepreneurship. He holds a BSc in Computer Science from Kent University and an MSc in MEICOM from HKU. Currently, Keith serves as Chairman of the Hong Kong Wireless Technology Industry Association (WTIA).

(3) Mr Ken Liu

Mr. Liu, co-founder and CTO of Datatact Ltd, a startup focus on AI, Machine Learning and Big Data analytics. He is a hands on expert in his specialized area for over 10 years.  Prior to Datatact, Ken worked at Citi, HSBC, Goldman Sachs, Deutsche Bank and Credit Suisse as Algo-Trading developer. Mr. Liu earned a Master in Computer Science from USC and a Bachelor in Computer Science from University of Warwick.

(4) Mr Thomas Lee

Mr Lee is a computer and project management professional who has worked in the information technology and data science industry for over 30 years under vendor environments including HP Inc., Dell, Fossil, Motorola network and GP Batteries. In the past ten years, Mr Lee focused on new product introduction, design for manufacturability, quality assurance & production risk management among manufacturing plants in China & Taiwan utilizing various data sciences tools and methodologies.  Mr Lee is qualified as a Microsoft Certified Trainer in delivering Microsoft training modules based on Azure technology.  He has been teaching courses related to Big Data, Cloud Computing, Machine Learning, Cyber Security and Fintech since 2020.  Mr Lee is a certified Project Management Professional, PMP from Project Management Institute PMI, US from 1998 and a Certified Scrum Master since 2018. Mr Lee holds a Master of Health Science degree in Biomedical Engineering from University of Toronto, St. George Campus, Canada.  He currently works on projects as an enabler for Inclusion and Accessibility utilizing the artificial intelligence technology. 

(5) Mr Clive Yip

Mr. Yip is a practitioner in Data Analytics.  He has 10 years of experience in both Big 4 consulting firms and multinational companies.  He is currently working as a Senior Data Analytics Consultant in a leading insurance company, using Python, SQL and other Big Data technologies to analyse and monitor any non-compliance or fraudulent activities.  He has a Master’s degree in Information Technology from HKUST and a Bachelor’s degree from the University of Southern California.  Before entering the data analytics field, he worked as a financial auditor in Ernst and Young and is a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) in Hong Kong and Canada.

Class Details

Timetable

Lecture Date  Time
1 11 Dec 24 (Wed) 19:00-22:00
2 16 Dec 24 (Mon) 19:00-22:00
3 18 Dec 24 (Wed) 19:00-22:00
4 23 Dec 24 (Mon) 19:00-22:00
5 6 Jan 25 (Mon) 19:00-22:00
6 8 Jan 25 (Wed) 19:00-22:00
7 13 Jan 25 (Mon) 19:00-22:00
8 15 Jan 25 (Wed) 19:00-22:00
9

20 Jan 25 (Mon)

19:00-22:00
10 22 Jan 25 (Wed) 19:00-22:00

 

Remarks: Tentative timetable is subject to change, and course commencement is subject to sufficient enrollment numbers.

 

Fee

Application Fee

HK$150 (Non-refundable)

Course Fee
  • Course Fee: $9900 per programme (* course fees are subject to change without prior notice)

Entry Requirements

Applicants should hold an Advanced Diploma, a Higher Diploma or an Associate Degree awarded by a recognised institution. Those with a business, accounting, finance, economics, mathematics, statistics, science, engineering, IT or computer science background would have an advantage.

 

Applicants with other equivalent qualifications will be considered on individual merit.

CEF

  • The CEF Institution Code of HKU SPACE is 100
CEF Courses
CERTIFICATE FOR MODULE (GENERATIVE ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE AND AUTOMATION FOR FINANCE AND BUSINESS)
證書 (單元:生成式人工智能及金融與業務自動化)
COURSE CODE 33C158647 FEES $9,900 ENQUIRY 2867-8331
Continuing Education Fund Continuing Education Fund
This course has been included in the list of reimbursable courses under the Continuing Education Fund.

Certificate for Module (Generative Artificial Intelligence and Automation for Finance and Business)

  • This course is recognised under the Qualifications Framework (QF Level [5])

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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.