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ChrisRose · Joined: 19 Apr 2003 Posts: 427 Location: Hong Kong

I have worked at several colleges and universities (private and non-profit) in HK

I feel it is time I create a list and post warnings.

One college I have worked at for 5 years (p/t) pays only on the completion of programs. That is a whole semester. In this case February to June.

When it comes time to collect my payment, I am given multiple false dates for collection. I was told Thursday the 21st of June. Today I called to check up and "oh it is under review for approval, maybe next Thursday."

Now I am not surprised, heck I am used to to it, but when I asked who I needed to speak to, to get it moving, I was told "I no tell you!."

Right, this fucker needs some more paperwork. That or a good kicking.

I realize that my reference form the college could be in danger form this but, I know of a few instances which, should they become public knowledge would explain most clearly why I have chosen not to stay with the institute. That is if getting paid quarter and late weren't enough!

Anyone have a quick contact number for the labour department? Tips and advice for starting a mountain of paperwork at my beloved accountant?

11:59 · Posted: Fri Jun 22, 2007 2:04 am Post subject:

What is a 'private and non-profit' university, pray tell? And why would anyone ever accept a deal whereby they are only paid upon completion of a course? That seems to be an open invitation to trouble if you ask me.

ChrisRose · Joined: 19 Apr 2003 Posts: 427 Location: Hong Kong

A non-profit university has non-profit status and operates under the charities and non-profit status.

Private colleges offering overseas programs from various Mickey Mouse Universities are the sum-total of everything that is wrong in the private education sector.

As for why did I accept? Hmm it is/was a growing institution, actually credible. Made up of caring staff. Well, ok that's what I thought initially.

ChrisRose · Joined: 19 Apr 2003 Posts: 427 Location: Hong Kong

Woo Hoo

I just received an e-mail to inform me that the president went to the college to sign my cheque and that it has been deposited.

That just leaves two points:

(1) the return of 4 books stolen by students

(2) an honest and heavenly written letter of reference

A note to all readers, payment on completion of programs really does suck. Avoid it at all cost. There are aways delays in the process and the frustrations can become unbearable.

Henry_Cowell · Joined: 27 May 2005 Posts: 3352 Location: Berkeley