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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
- Course Code
- FN104A
- Application Code
- 2260-FN104A
- QF Level
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Continuing Education Fund
This course has been included in the list of reimbursable courses under the Continuing Education Fund.
- 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)
- Enquiries
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2867 8331 / 2867 84242861 0278
Today and Upcoming Events
Confirmed launched 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.
Programme Overview
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Programme Details
Intended Learning Outcomes (ILOs) of the Programme
On completion of the programme, students should be able to
- explain the principles of generative artificial intelligence (GenAI) and its technical usage;
- illustrate the applications of GenAI to generate content;
- apply computational tools and software of GenAI to perform process automation for business and finance; and
- discuss the issues of GenAI and automation.
| Application Code | 2260-FN104A | Apply Online Now |
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Days / Time
- Mon, Wed, 7:00pm - 10:00pm
- 30 hours
- Hong Kong Island Learning Centre
- Kowloon East Campus
- Kowloon West Campus
Modules & Class Details
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.
Articulation Pathways
Progression Path
Fee & Entry Requirements
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
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