Mentorship Program | BUSI2812 Impact Lab

impact lab Mentorship program

Mentoring Program

The Impact Lab Mentorship Program is a flagship program of the Impact Lab Alumni Network Committee (the Alumni Committe). It aims to connect Impact Lab alumni and professionals with students and recent graduates to provide career guidance, share knowledge and experience, and shape the future of the Impact Lab community. The Impact Lab Mentorship Program is a valuable opportunity that allows Impact Lab Alumni to hone their leadership and communication skills, build their network, and learn about other organisations and industries through their mentees.

Since 2023
we provided guidance to 62 mentees and engaged 27 mentors

our Mentors

Our Mentors

2025 fall

Chris Hall

Managing Director at

Shipowners Claims Bureau

Joyce Wong

Co-founder and Director of

Better Futures

Alan Fu

Manager at

McKinsey & Co

Abdulwadood Faazli

AI Developer at
Intact Financial

Masood Ahmed

Software Engineer at
OKX

Timeline & Commitment

We run the mentoring program in line with the HKU academic semesters.

Spring Sememsters

Selection of Mentors: Mid of February
Student Onboarding & Matching: End of February
Mentor Training & 1st Connection Session: End of March
Mentoring (at least 2 meetings): End of March & April
Feedback & Wrap Up: End of April

Timeline & Commitment

Fall Sememsters

Selection of Mentors: Mid of September
Student Onboarding & Matching: End of September
Mentor Training & 1st Connection Session: End of October
Mentoring (at least 2 meetings): End of October & November
Feedback & Wrap Up: End of November

What is the role of the mentors?

Review mentee(s) action plans and goals
Provide general career guidance and mentoring on work-related matters

What is the role of the mentees?

Come ready with CV and questions for mentor review
Maintain regular communication with mentor and research mentor’s background for better communication

What are the benefits of being a mentor?

Basic mentorship training and an opportunity to apply mentorship skills in practice
Certificate at programme’s conclusion
Access to the Impact Lab's Seminars on Design Thinking, Risk Management, and Systems Change

Welcome to invite mentees to professional events

What are the benefits of being a mentee?

Benefit from mentoring on work-related matters, learn about various career paths and receive guidance
Facilitate connections within your industry of interest
Certificate at programme’s conclusion

Encourage to continue meeting beyond this program

Application process

Interested parties should fill out a form linked on this website to indicate their interest in becoming a mentor and part of the mentorship program.

Who to contact with more questions?

For any questions, please email the mentorship coordinator, Abdulwadood Faazli, via abwadood01@gmail.com.

Student Testimonies

mentor and mentee experiences

Masood Ahmed

Mentor
2025 Fall
Software Engineer at OKX

“My mentees often asked insightful questions about career development and the job market, and I was glad to review their CVs and support their transition into the professional world. In return, I gained new perspectives—it was a nice experience."

Giselle Zhang

Mentee
2025 Fall

"My mentor supported me in many meaningful ways. As a Year 1 student often uncertain about my future, he reassured me that it’s normal to feel this way and encouraged me to enjoy each stage of life for its lessons. He shared practical advice on managing time, staying organized, and balancing studies with personal goals. His patience, honesty, and thoughtful guidance helped me feel more confident and better prepared for the challenges ahead, giving me a clearer sense of direction for my own journey."