Sydney International Business Competition 2025 (Third Place)

Congratulations to our HKU Business School students for winning Third Place in the Sydney International Business Competition (SIBC) 2025, hosted by The University of Sydney Business School.

This competition brought together top university teams to tackle challenging business cases, fostering personal and professional growth through real-world problem-solving. It also offered opportunities for participants to connect with peers worldwide.

The competition consisted of two rigorous case challenges: a 6-hour case and a 24-hour case. Our students demonstrated exceptional analytical and presentation skill. Their dedication and hard work have earned them the Third Place in the competition. Congratulations to the team!

More about the competition: https://business.sydney.edu.au/sibc

Award

Third Place

Team Members

Mr. Cha Hwanwook, Alex, BBA(ADA), Year 2

Mr. Hsu Kevin, BBA(IBGM), Year 2

Mr. Sy Mateo Rafael Roman, BBA(IBGM), Year 2

Mr. Xia Yunchu, Kevin, BBA(IBGM), Year 2

Faculty Advisor

Prof. Winnie Leung

Case Competition Coach

Ms. Pinto Rasika Tasdyata (Pipin)

Student Sharing

“Going to Sydney for SIBC was a great escape from the Hong Kong heat during its peak summer temperatures. In between delivering way too many uber eats and taking long walks down the Bondi Junction, was an exhilarating experience of intense intellectual challenge. The two rounds of case cracking left me with a better understanding of how to approach business challenges and truly represent HKU in an international scene.”

(By Cha Hwanwook, Alex)

“Representing HKU Business School at the Sydney International Business Competition was an amazing experience that pushed me to grow while working alongside talented people from all over the world. The competition was intense and inspiring, especially getting to collaborate on real challenges from great clients like Mastercard and Marrickville Legal Centre. I came away with new skills, fresh perspectives, and unforgettable memories that truly made this experience one of a kind.”

(By Mr. Hsu Kevin)

“Throughout the competition, we were challenged by two impactful cases — a 6-hour case with Marrickville Legal Centre aiming to expand low-bono legal services in New South Wales, and a 24-hour challenge with Mastercard to drive Click-to-Pay adoption. The experience offered not only an opportunity to develop my problem-solving and teamwork skills, but also to learn from inspiring peers from around the world. Beyond the competition, I also had the chance to explore Sydney’s vibrant landscape and culture, including a memorable walk along the Bondi Beach to Coogee Beach coastal trail.

I am deeply grateful to HKU Business School for supporting and trusting me with this incredible opportunity to compete on an international stage, learn from leading minds, and represent our University. My heartfelt thanks go to everyone at the Faculty who made this journey possible, and a special appreciation to our dedicated case coach Ms. Pinto Rasika Tasdyata (Pipin).”

(By Mr. Xia Yunchu, Kevin)

“Competing in SIBC 2025 has been an incredible journey, connecting me with brilliant students worldwide and forging unforgettable bonds with my teammates. By tackling case challenges from Mastercard and Marrickville Legal Center, I dove deep into new industries and gained unique, hands-on insight beyond the classroom. Representing the University of Hong Kong on the global stage has been an honor, and I’m truly grateful for the unique opportunity.”

(By Mr. Sy Mateo Rafael Roman)