Recently, the 2025 Fall Career Development Carnival was successfully held at the Tsinghua University PBC School of Finance (Tsinghua PBCSF). Under the theme “Embarking on Financial Practice, Advancing Growth through University–Industry Collaboration,” the event invited representatives from major central financial enterprises, leading financial institutions, key real-economy and technology companies, and international organizations. The Carnival aimed to build a high-quality, comprehensive career development and networking platform for all PBCSF master’s and doctoral students. Professor Jie Jiao, Dean of Tsinghua PBCSF, delivered the opening remarks. Professor Xiaoyan Zhang, Associate Dean of Tsinghua PBCSF, Associate Professor Yue Liu, Director for the Student Affairs Office, and more than 150 master’s and doctoral students attended the event.
Photo: Group photo of guests and participants at the event.
Photo: Dean Jie Jiao delivering the opening remarks.
Professor Jie Jiao warmly welcomed and expressed sincere appreciation to all participating employers. He noted that the School is at its best moment to contribute to the development of China as a global financial power, guided by its mission to “Leading finance education and research for national and global prosperity.” He emphasized that PBCSF students are truly “the best of the best,” and reaffirmed the School’s strategic commitment to becoming a world-class finance school with Chinese characteristics, advancing along the path of being “more professional, more technological, more international, more humanistic, and distinctly Tsinghua identity.” Professor Jiao expressed his hope that the Carnival would enable employers to find outstanding future partners, while helping students discover ideal platforms to pursue their ambitions and jointly contribute to the advancement of China’s financial industry.
Photo: Associate Dean Xiaoyan Zhang addressing the audience.
Professor Xiaoyan Zhang encouraged students to make full use of this valuable opportunity to engage in deep exchanges with industry leaders and to clarify their career directions through these interactions. She also expressed her hope that participating organizations would recognize the unique potential of PBCSF students and open a new chapter of university–industry collaboration together.
Photo: Mr. Marshall Mills delivering his remarks.
Mr. Marshall Mills, Senior Resident Representative of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) in China, delivered a keynote speech as a special guest. He encouraged PBCSF students to broaden their horizons to the global stage and to align their personal development with the evolving landscape of global financial governance. His attendance marked the first time a major international financial organization participated in PBCSF’s Fall Career Development Carnival, demonstrating the School’s growing international influence and offering students a truly global perspective on career development.
Ms. Jie Lou Delivered a Speech
Ms. Jie Lou, Head of Human Resources at China Life Equity Investment Co., Ltd., spoke on behalf of the corporate partners. She noted that Tsinghua PBCSF has long been a trusted partner and a key talent source for the company. She praised PBCSF students for their outstanding professionalism and comprehensive capabilities and expressed confidence that, under the leadership of Dean Jie Jiao, the partnership between the School and the company would continue to deepen and yield even greater outcomes in the future.
Photo: Event site
The Carnival showcased a broad spectrum of participating institutions and a high level of engagement from leading enterprises. A total of 36 organizations attended, including the IMF, the Central Foreign Exchange Business Center of the State Administration of Foreign Exchange (SAFE), China Electronics Technology Group Corporation (CETC), Industrial and Commercial Bank of China (ICBC), Agricultural Bank of China (ABC), China Construction Bank (CCB), China Merchants Bank China Construction Bank (CMB), China International Capital Corporation, (CICC) CITIC Securities, CSC Financial, Huatai Securities, E Fund Management, Silk Road Fund, China Life Investment, Ping An Asset Management, Tencent, JD.com, among others. These organizations represented a wide range of sectors—state-owned banks, joint-stock commercial banks, top-tier securities firms, leading asset management companies, major investment institutions, insurance asset managers, prominent quantitative and private equity firms, internet technology companies, consulting firms, and international organizations—each bringing unique perspectives and offering students a diverse array of career pathways.
Photo: Event site
The Carnival featured campus recruitment, internship recruitment, and postdoctoral fellowship opportunities as part of the fall hiring season, along with professional career services such as résumé reviews, mock interviews, and career consultations. In the “Résumé Review” section, students lined up to engage in one-on-one discussions with HR representatives from their preferred employers. HR professionals provided detailed feedback—identifying strengths and weaknesses, advising students on how to tailor résumés to different positions, and offering practical suggestions such as how to quantify internship achievements. The “Mock Interview” section served as a training ground for students to test and refine their interview skills. Interviewers offered professional guidance to enhance students’ communication and performance, enabling them to gain valuable hands-on experience.
Photo: Event site
The event venue was filled to capacity, and the atmosphere remained energetic throughout the afternoon. As Dean Jie Jiao remarked in his opening speech, “It is an exciting scene—full of enthusiasm and dynamic conversations.” Master’s and doctoral students from across the School participated actively, engaging in in-depth, one-on-one discussions with representatives from their target organizations.
Students shared that direct conversations with industry experts not only deepened their understanding of the latest trends and talent needs in the financial sector, but also clarified their personal career plans. Exchanges with institutions such as the IMF and the SAFE Central Foreign Exchange Business Center helped students appreciate the importance of integrating personal development with China’s national financial strategy from a global perspective. Meanwhile, interactions with technology companies such as Tencent and JD.com inspired strong interest in exploring cross-disciplinary opportunities in “Finance + Technology.” The Carnival truly facilitated a “two-way journey” between employers and talent, yielding fruitful outcomes.
Photo: Event site
The 2025 Fall Career Development Carnival was not only a highly effective talent exchange event, but also a vivid demonstration of the School’s commitment to strengthening university–industry collaboration and contributing to China’s national strategy of building a strong financial sector. Looking ahead, Tsinghua PBCSF will continue to integrate high-quality resources, innovate activity formats, and provide broader platforms for the career development of its students. The School remains dedicated to cultivating high-caliber finance professionals equipped with strong expertise and a deep sense of national responsibility, contributing meaningfully to the advancement of China’s financial industry.
