Research must be relevant to practical usage

A distinctive approach: linking and research to practice


The research centre takes a distinctive approach to link teaching and research to real industrial practice by carrying out practical research to enhance the value-adding capability of manufacturing and service, including:

• Creating tools and techniques to improve the operational performance of manufacturing and service businesses
• Pursuing the application of latest technology in support of the development of innovative new products and services
• Growing the body of knowledge in management and technology to facilitate the shift from labour-intensive to capital-intensive economy
• Developing and promoting a coherent view of manufacturing and service business from both the strategic and operation perspectives
• Maintaining a high level of industrial involvement, leading to practical outputs for companies
• Producing calibre managers (at undergraduates, postgraduates, and post-experience levels) that are outstanding, down-to-earth, and practically oriented people through teaching.