April 12, 2008, Shangri-La Hotel
HSE EMBA 2008 Graduation
HSE EMBA 2008 graduation was held on April 12, 2008 at Shangri-La Hotel. In total 14 graduates celebrated their achievement together with their friends and families in traditional HSE Singapore ceremony.
The Graduates: David Tan, Kanna Kannappan, Juang Meng Mok, Mike Tiong, Shashni Gill, Liz Chua, Julie Ashlett, Chua Hwee Koon, Tan Jiew Wan, June Yeh, Adrianna Low, Xteve Liew (Francis Lai, Juhani Vaivio) Ben Corser. (Not in picture Folgueira Montserrat, Alina Wang, Pauline Tng).
The honoured guest of the event was Professor Juhani Vaivio, the Dean of HSE MBA Programs from Helsinki, Finland. In his congratulatory note Professor Vaivio acknowledged the graduates ambition, relentless commitment, and considerable personal sacrifice required in order to complete the Executive masters program with HSE EE. He also hoped that all graduates have made a note of their own personal development and awakening intellectual curiosity the studies have triggered.
Professor Vaivio also emphasized the quality and recognition of Helsinki School of Economics’ granted diplomas. HSE holds the American AACSB accreditation, the Association of MBAs’ “AMBA”-certificate and the European EQUIS quality seal. This combination is known as the highly sought-after “Triple Crown” within the global MBA industry. Only about 40 MBA programs in the entire world belong to this prestigious “Quality MBA” -family.
Chua Hwee Koon receiving her diploma
First in class, Academic Standing, Mr. Ben Corser responded on behalf of the graduates. He shared about his personal journey through the EMBA program, and how it helped him broaden his perspective and realize his true potential as a business leader. During his studies Mr. Corser also found the time to change careers and start a family!
Mr. Francis Lai from HSE EE brought the official part of the event to a closure, and invited all the guests for tea reception. We at HSE EE want to thank all participants for making this graduation special and wish you all the best both in your professional, as well as your personal life!
Friends celebrating their achievement: Juang Meng Mok, Adrianna Low, Steve Liew, Mike Tiong