The 99th AMP Graduation Ceremony: Where Tradition Meets Innovation on its 50th Anniversary  

Korea University Business School held the 99th Graduation Ceremony of the Advanced Management Program (AMP) on Monday, August 25, at SUPEX Hall in the LG-POSCO Hall. Among those in attendance were Dean Eonsoo Kim, Vice Dean Gangseog Ryu, AMP Program Director Professor Seok-gyun Kim, Secretary-General Soo-kyung Kim, and Administrative Director Jae-hyuk Jang, along with alumni association executives, graduates, and their families, who gathered to mark this meaningful occasion. 

The ceremony opened with a video presentation capturing the memories of the 99th cohort over the past semester. Dean Eonsoo Kim then delivered a congratulatory address, saying, “I sincerely congratulate all of you for completing your studies despite your busy lives.” He went on to emphasize, “The broader perspectives gained through classroom learning, field experience, and discussion will serve as a valuable asset in your management careers. He added, “Today marks your transition from classmates to alumni. The 370,000 Korea University alumni around the world uphold a tradition that goes beyond networking, one of truly supporting one another.” In the congratulatory remarks delivered on behalf of Alumni Association President Jangseon Park, Secretary-General Soogyeong Kim praised the graduates’ passion, noting, “Your commitment to work by day and study by night will continue to drive your growth.” He also highlighted that this year marks the 50th anniversary of AMP, making this graduation all the more meaningful. 

In the congratulatory address, Secretary-General Kim Soo-kyung delivered a message on behalf of President of the Alumni Association Park Jang-sun. President Park stated, “Your passion for working during the day and studying at night will drive future growth,” and particularly noted that this year marks the 50th anniversary of the AMP, making this graduation even more meaningful. Professor Seokkyun Kim, the program director, expressed his delight, saying, “It is a great joy to see every member of the 99th cohort successfully complete the program. I hope the relationships built over this semester will remain a valuable asset throughout your lives.” He concluded with the cheer, “For everyone’s happiness!” which drew loud applause. Representing the graduating class, Geum-sook Lee, class president of the 99th cohort, reflected, “We did more than attend lectures—we shared our experiences and redefined our life priorities together. I learned how important it is not only to lead from the front, but also to walk alongside others and support them from behind.” She added, “Today is not an end but a new beginning. Under the name of AMP 99, I am confident that we will cross paths again in the future.” 

Following this, certificates of completion, awards, and certificates for development fund and donation contributions were presented, after which participants joined in singing the school anthem. The ceremony culminated in the graduates joyfully tossing their caps into the air. The 99th graduation ceremony coincided with the 50th anniversary of the AMP, making it a truly meaningful occasion where students and alumni came together to celebrate tradition while embracing new beginnings.