SYSU-UNIGE Entrepreneur-Scholar Program

The SYSU-UNIGE Entrepreneur-Scholar Program, jointly delivered by Lingnan College and the Geneva Finance Research Institute (GFRI) of the University of Geneva (UNIGE), is a part-time doctoral program that focuses on science and technology investment and global wealth management, mainly targeting China's leading entrepreneurs and senior executives.

Integrating Swiss financial expertise with the industrial strengths of the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area, the program is designed to reshape students' decision-making models, cultivate forward-thinking mindsets, and broaden their global perspectives. It enables them to capitalize on worldwide industrial transformation, and drive innovation and sustainable growth for their enterprises.

The program enrolled its first cohort of 20 participants in September 2025.

|Features|

1. Platform for peer learning
Themed sharing sessions are held regularly, where students take the floor to share their industry-specific expertise and practices, allowing cross-sector interactions among peers and building a platform for co-created knowledge.

2. Global immersion experience
The program features short-term overseas modules that take place in major cities around the world. Students are able to deepen their understanding of international markets, and enhance their cross-cultural management skills.

3. Connection to dual alumni networks
Students benefit from the combined alumni networks of Lingnan College and the University of Geneva, connecting with a lifelong community of elite business leaders worldwide. This provides collaborative opportunities and support for students' professional growth.

4. Corporate visits for insights and partnerships
Frequent corporate visits provide students with deep insights into the core needs of businesses at every stage of development. These visits also facilitate demand alignment, connecting students with host companies to explore meaningful partnerships.

Degree Conferred:
Professional doctorate in Applied Finance from the University of Geneva and a Program Completion Certificate from Sun Yat-sen University

Duration: 3 years