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2026 Asia Graduate Programme Application Task and Instructions


Scenario

Cybersecurity crisis at a listed bank in Asia.

A major listed bank in Asia has experienced a severe cybersecurity breach. Sensitive client data—including identity numbers, savings account details, and telephone numbers—has been leaked. The incident has already been reported by the media and is now public knowledge. The situation poses significant reputational, regulatory, and financial risks.


Task

Prepare a 1–2 page analysis that addresses the following:

Research and summarize two similar cases in the financial industry:

  • One case from Asia

  • One case from a global market


For each case, analyze:

  • Incident details and how the breach unfolded

  • Response strategies used to address different stakeholders

  • Stakeholder reactions (including but not limited to customers, media, investors, regulators)

  • Impact on the share price

Factors to consider:

  • What is the issue and who does it affect?

  • Who are the priority target audiences you need to communicate with?

  • How did the organizations in your case studies communicate their response?

  • What were the key messages?

  • What were the key channels (press releases, social media, direct customer outreach, etc.)?




What we are looking for

We are looking for answers which are well researched and are communicated precisely and succinctly

  • Well researched – facts and sources of information which guide your thinking. This can come from both traditional or non-traditional sources of media and information – we do not expect you to cite any paid news services

  • Communicated precisely – Clarity in how you present your analysis of the problem and your answer – avoid vagueness and be specific

  • And succinctly – Sharp, well written text which gets your most important points across clearly


Want to join us?

Instructions:

Please submit your application by 23:59 HKT on Friday 20th March 2026 by filling in the form at the link below, where you can also upload your PDF CV and Task.

Have any questions? Please email Careers-Asia@fgsglobal.com for more information.