Governance Structure
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Dr Michael Wang Jianguo
Dr Michael Wang is a seasoned educator with extensive experience in industry engagement and integration, implementation of innovative pedagogy and student learning.
Appointed as Deputy Executive Director in February 2019, Dr Wang is primarily responsible for overseeing VTC’s policy areas for programmes at and above degree levels and leading the strategic development of the Design, the Engineering and the Health and Life Sciences disciplines. He also leads the strategic development of the vocational training for people with disabilities and the social enterprise.
Prior to joining the VTC, Dr Wang had been in the technical education sector in Singapore for over twenty years contributing to the development of professional disciplines in logistics, supply chain and engineering. Having served as Member in many governmental committees and workgroups in Singapore, he has a strong network with government officials, industry partners, trade associations, professional bodies and education institutions in Singapore and the region.
Dr Wang holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering (Qilu University of Technology, China), a Master’s Degree in Automation Engineering (Shandong University, China) and a PhD in Mechanical Engineering (Tsinghua University, China). He has completed his postdoctoral fellowship at National University of Singapore, an executive programme at INSEAD, and a senior management programme at Lee Kuan Yew School of Public Policy, National University of Singapore. -
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Ms Gladys Yam Ying-sim
Ms Gladys Yam is a seasoned administrator in the vocational and professional education and training sector.
Appointed as Deputy Executive Director in October 2021, Ms Yam is primarily responsible for overseeing VTC’s policy areas on strategic planning, curriculum development for programmes at sub-degree level, quality enhancement and accreditation, as well as learning and teaching. She is also leading the strategic development of the Languages, the Student Development and the Childcare, Elderly and Community Services disciplines, as well as steering the holistic programme planning, student admission, and VPET marketing and promotion.
Prior to assuming her current post, Ms Yam had undertaken different leadership roles at VTC including Senior Assistant Executive Director, Principal of School for Higher and Professional Education, Principal of Institute of Professional Education And Knowledge, Head of Human Resources Division and Head of the Business Administration Department in IVE (Haking Wong).
Ms Yam holds a Bachelor of Arts degree and Master’s degree in Business Administration (The University of Hong Kong). -
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Ir Dr Eric Liu Sai-lok
Ir Dr Eric Liu is a seasoned educator and professional with profound knowledge and expertise in the engineering and the technology sectors.
Appointed as Deputy Executive Director in September 2017, Ir Dr Liu is primarily responsible for overseeing the VTC’s policy areas of campus development and operations, central administration and services, as well as estates and facilities management. He is also leading the strategic development of the Information Technology Discipline, continuing & professional education, and environmental & sustainable development initiatives.
Prior to assuming his current post, Ir Dr Liu had held positions as Vice Principal of Hong Kong Design Institute, Principal of Hong Kong Institute of Vocational Education (Tuen Mun) and Principal of Hong Kong Institute of Vocational Education (Tsing Yi), and as the Deputy Academic Director of the Information Technology Discipline and the Academic Director of the Engineering Discipline. He is active within professional institutions and industry associations, and sits on various committees including The Hong Kong Institution of Engineers, Engineers Registration Board, Hong Kong Electronics Industry Council, Hong Kong Automation Technology Council, and Federation of Hong Kong Industries.
Ir Dr Liu holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Industrial Engineering (The University of Hong Kong), a Master’s Degree in Industrial Automation (City University of Hong Kong) and a Doctor of Education Degree (University of Technology, Sydney, Australia). His professional engineering qualifications/memberships include: Chartered Engineer (UK), Chartered Professional Engineer (Australia), Fellow of Engineers Australia (FIEAust), Fellow of Hong Kong Institution of Engineers (FHKIE), Member of The Institution of Engineering and Technology (MIET) and Member of Association of Computing Machinery (MACM). -
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Dr Alaina Shum Jiu-fai
Dr Alaina Shum is a seasoned administrator with rich experience in various regional and global companies.
Appointed as Deputy Executive Director in November 2021, Dr Shum is primarily overseeing the strategic development of the Business and the Hospitality disciplines. She is committed to developing strategic collaboration with local industry partners and major stakeholders in the Mainland and overseas countries on VPET, including the establishment of VTC Mainland Entity. She also steers VTC’s policy areas of institutional advancement and alumni engagement, as well as the operation of the Skills Competitions Office to promote VPET.
Dr Shum possesses extensive experience in various industries including transportation, airlines and logistics. Prior to joining the VTC, she had held senior management positions with the Airport Authority Hong Kong and other global companies. Moreover, she was appointed as Director of Hong Kong - Zhuhai Airport Management Company Limited from June 2010 to July 2014. She is a Chartered Fellow of The Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport.
Dr Shum holds a Bachelor’s degree in Commerce, Finance, Economics and Actuarial Science (University of Toronto), a Master’s degree in Business Administration (University of Sydney) and an Executive Doctoral degree in Business Administration (HEC Liège – Executive Education, Management School - University of Liège, Belgium). -
