【Article by GCIT】

On November 2, the Master’s Program in Global Communication and Innovation Technology (GCIT) at National Chengchi University organized a visit to Hon Hai Technology Group (Foxconn). Led by Professor Tammy Lin, Director of GCIT, students met with the company’s Corporate Communications team to learn about AI industry trends, global corporate strategies, and international communication practices. The visit reflected GCIT’s commitment to drawing on Taiwan’s technology strengths to prepare professionals in global communication and technology, helping students explore the diverse roles of communication within global technology companies while strengthening industry-academia ties.

Taiwan’s established strengths in information and communication technology (ICT) provide a key advantage in embracing the AI era. In his analysis of AI developments and global supply chain trends, James Wu, Vice President and Corporate Spokesperson of Foxconn, emphasized that professionals need proficiency with specialized tools, strategic thinking, and the ability to adapt quickly to technological change. GCIT students’ diverse backgrounds and interdisciplinary potential can serve as a foundation for careers in the technology sector.

Drawing on examples such as Hon Hai Tech Day and the Consumer Electronics Show (CES) in the United States, James shared practical experience in corporate communications, investor relations, and public relations, along with the strategic planning behind these international events. Students asked questions about entering the technology sector with a communication background, career planning, and cross-border communication strategies, demonstrating their interest in and thoughtful engagement with the industry. James encouraged students: “Your undergraduate major should not limit your career path. The key is to maintain a proactive attitude toward learning and develop precise communication and interdisciplinary skills through practical experience.” A guided tour of Foxconn’s multimedia exhibition area also introduced students to the company’s global operations and AI applications.

Professor Tammy Lin, Director of GCIT, stated: “Building on Taiwan’s technology strengths and global industry presence, GCIT aims to prepare professionals in communication and technology who combine technological awareness with international communication skills. This visit to Foxconn puts that educational vision into practice.” Taiwan is home to many global technology companies whose communication needs span media and consumer communication, investor relations, government affairs, and cross-border stakeholder engagement amid geopolitical developments. Through interdisciplinary courses and industry exchanges, GCIT will help students understand technological developments, corporate strategies, and international affairs, expanding their professional roles in the global technology industry.

【全球傳播與創新科技碩士學位學程獲文化部與教育部高等教育深耕計畫補助。】