"To be a Top Ranked and Time-honored University", CityU is committed to becoming an innovative, application-oriented and internationalized metropolitan university at a high level of excellence.

Adhering to the moral education as the fundamental task, CityU is committed to cultivating high-quality applied talents with national feelings, innovative spirit and international vision in the new era.

Strengthen foundation and seek development within three years; Upgrade the level and cultivate education characteristics within five years; Brand building and to be the top-ranked university within ten years.

The five strategies of innovation-driven, quality assurance, team building enhancement, social engagement and international cooperation will be implemented to promote high-quality development of the CityU.