HKCT and Carlyle & Co. Hong Kong sign MOU to enhance industry-education integration
As Hong Kong’s tourism and hospitality sector pursues high-quality growth, the demand for high quality hospitality services talent is surging. Deep "industry-education integration" is essential to bridge the skills gap and revitalize the workforce. On January 20, 2026, HKCT Institute of Higher Education (HKCT) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Carlyle & Co. Hong Kong, a unique private members' club under the Rosewood Hotel Group. This collaboration aims to bring high-end industry expertise onto campus, nurturing a new generation of professionals equipped with international vision and practical skills.
Carlyle & Co. Hong Kong as Academic Advisor: Real-World Hospitality Experiences from a Luxury Brand
According to the MOU, Carlyle & Co. Hong Kong will serve as the academic advisor and supporting organization for HKCT’s Tourism Management (Hospitality / Culinary) programmes. Emphasising comprehensive learning and hands-on experience, the club intends to offer select signature facilities for educational use.
Two-Way Exchange to Keep Curriculum Industry-Relevant
Coursework is regularly updated through an integrated, two-way exchange with industry, aligning it with evolving trends. Carlyle & Co. Hong Kong experts will visit HKCT to deliver seminars on topics including human resources, hospitality management, and customer relationships management, and share real business cases, while HKCT’s faculty will maintain regular dialogue with the club’s talent & culture team. This interaction ensures the curriculum reflects market realities, equipping students with the skills the high-end market demands.
A Rare Opportunity: High-Spec Training on a Premier Operational Platform
Regarding talent development, Carlyle & Co. Hong Kong will consider offering industrial attachment opportunities and provide scholarships or sponsorships for student activities. Reciprocally, HKCT will nominate students to support Carlyle & Co. Hong Kong’s impact and sustainability initiatives, fostering professional attitudes through community service.
Renowned for its unique member experiences and fusion of modern and classic styles, Carlyle & Co. Hong Kong offers a level of commitment rare in the industry. By fully opening its high-end venues as a training platform, this partnership creates a distinctive training platform by fully opening its high-end operational venues to students.
Mr. Jeremy Niu, Managing Director of Carlyle & Co. Hong Kong, shared industry insights and the brand's story after the signing ceremony. HKCT students actively engaged in the Q&A session, raising questions about career development, differences between hotels and members' clubs, and interview techniques. HKCT will further explore in-depth collaborations with Carlyle & Co. Hong Kong and other departments of HKCT in the future.
