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The HKBU School of Business offers international students a wide variety of scholarships including full tuition fee waivers. Students are encouraged to apply early.
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What programmes does the HKBU School of Business offer?
Master of Accountancy (MAcc)
This programme aims to equip bachelor’s degree graduates with the necessary accounting knowledge and skills to pursue a career in professional accounting and to provide a learning environment to develop students for executive positions in the accounting area in Hong Kong and the Greater China region. It also nurtures student’s ethical decision making and corporate social responsibility for being
professional accountants. In addition, this programme has been recognised by many global accounting organisations such as HKICPA, ACCA, CPA Australia, CIMA and AIA.
The HKBU School of Business is based in one of the most important financial centres in the world and is placed strategically to address major global business and trade developments.
Why study here – International Recognition
Master of Human Resources Management (MHRM)
This programme empowers graduates with essential HR knowledge, skills, and competencies to facilitate excellence in managing and developing talent in the Asian and global context. With a dual emphasis on theory and practice, this programme is designed for aspiring
young graduates, practicing HR professionals, and line managers who seek an advanced education in HRM. In addition, this programme is
accredited by the Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development (CIPD), Europe's largest professional institute for HR and people development, as Level 7 Certificate in Human Resources qualification.
Master of Science in Applied Accounting & Finance (MScAAF)
This programme is a unique master’s degree programme in Hong Kong that combines the best of both worlds in accounting and finance. It equips students with in-depth and up-to-date accounting and financial knowledge and develops their analytical, judgmental and conceptual abilities. Students also polish their practical and managerial skills, which will support their career development and enhance
their competitiveness in the job market. Moreover, this programme suitable not only for accounting and finance professionals, but also for managers and executives in other business areas.
Where do the international postgraduate students come from?
Hong Kong Baptist University (HKBU) School of Business has a globally diverse student population spanning 51 countries, including:
Albania, Australia, Austria, Bangladesh, Belarus, Belgium, Canada, Chile, Colombia, El Salvador, Finland, France, Germany, Ghana, Greece, Guatemala, India, Indonesia, Italy, Japan, Kazakhstan, Kenya, Kuwait, Latvia, Malaysia, Mexico, Morocco, Myanmar, Namibia, the Netherlands, Nigeria, Pakistan, Paraguay, the Philippines, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Russia, Singapore, Sri Lanka, Sweden, Switzerland, Syrian Arab Republic, Taiwan, Tajikistan, Thailand, Turkey, the UK, Ukraine, the USA and Zimbabwe.
International Postgraduate Scholarships (IPS)
Diversity Contribution Scholarships
Entrance Awards / Admission Scholarships
Graduation Academic Awards / Merit-based Awards
Admission Scholarships for undergraduate students
This programme aims to provide specialised training and practical knowledge to prepare directors, company secretaries and compliance professionals for strengthening the sustainability and accountability of their organisations. Qualified applicants who are interested in
corporate governance of commercial companies and NGO are welcome. Graduates are eligible to apply for full exemption from the examination requirements of The Chartered Governance Institute (formerly The Institute of Chartered Secretaries and Administrators or ICSA) and The Hong Kong Institute of Chartered Secretaries (HKICS).
Master of Science in Corporate Governance and Compliance (MScCGC)
This programme empowers young executives and fresh graduates from all over world to leverage Hong Kong’s unique position to propel their careers. It offers a holistic curriculum in business, from fundamental business disciplines to cutting-edge courses in digital economy,
innovations and big data, which helps young executives develop the mix of skills and knowledge needed to succeed in a business world. In addition, the Capstone Business Project enables students to gain practical experience and acquire thorough knowledge of management in various global and regional business environments.
Master of Science in Business Management (MScBM)
This one-year full-time programme integrates economic theory with applied economic analysis, and will enable students to understand the economy of China and the world. The curriculum provides students with flexibility for pursuing a career in applied economics or future research-oriented studies. Graduates will be equipped with analytical skills and techniques for analysing business and real-world problems from the economic perspective. Graduates are trained to be competent economic analysts in business and public sectors. Outstanding students are offered scholarships and merit-based awards.
Master of Science in Applied Economics (MScAEcon)
Nowadays, a lot more companies are strategically searching for analytics-enabled people with business economics knowledge as well as statistical and programming skills for providing business insights and responding to changes in intellectual property policy, and competition and regulatory policies. This programme is thoughtfully designed to serve the increasing demand for talents in the areas of data analytics and business economics in Hong Kong and other parts of the world. Students who are interested in becoming analytics- enabled professionals and data strategists are welcome to apply.
Master of Science in Data Analytics and Business Economics (MScDABE)
This 15-month full-time programme is jointly offered by HKBU and France’s Grenoble École de Management. Bachelor’s degree holders from all disciplines are welcome. This programme is tailor-made to maximize personal growth and global exposure for future business leaders. The curriculum is designed to embrace a global view with case studies and business projects, which strengthen practical skills on entrepreneurship and global marketing. With Grenoble being the Silicon Valley of France and Hong Kong being the gateway to Asian markets, students can experience the business environment in two continents.
Master of Science in Entrepreneurship and Global Marketing (MScEGM)
This inter-disciplinary programme will widen and deepen students’ understanding of the rapidly changing landscape and the impact of new technologies on traditional finance models. This programme will empower students with knowledge in Finance, FinTech, Financial Analytics, Machine Learning, Financial Computing, Textual Analysis, Cybersecurity, Privacy, Blockchain, Cryptocurrency, Algorithmic
Trading, Financial Fraud and Regulatory Compliance. Students will be well-prepared for the fast-growing demand of today’s data-driven economy, and will be able to take the Financial Industry to the next level.
Master of Science in Finance (FinTech and Financial Analytics) (MScFTFA)
This one-year full-time programme is a joint degree offered by HKBU and the University of Sheffield in the UK. This programme will benefit recent graduates as well as those in general and line management, who seek a thorough education in the theories and practice of global marketing management, for working in the multinational organisations. By having students spend the 1st semester in the UK and the 2nd
semester in Hong Kong, this programme utilises the synergies of having two partnering institutions located in different regions of the world – bringing global exposure to students.
Master of Science in Global Marketing Management (MScGMM)
In this 4-year full-time PhD programme, students will be able to conduct quality and impactful research works under the supervision of the faculties. Students will also be provided with enormous research resources, including research facilities and scholarships, to support their intellectual journey. There are opportunities for international conference exposure and overseas attachment to build networks and collaborate with international scholars. Outstanding students will be admitted into the Double-degree PhD programme co-supervised by
faculties of HKBU and the University of Groningen.
PhD
This programme offers high-quality business studies from 7 concentrations, including Accounting (direct entry only), Economics and Data Analytics, Entrepreneurship, Finance, Human Resources Management, Information Systems and Business Intelligence and Marketing. BBA (Hons) students can investigate different concentrations in the first year before choosing a specialised concentration (except Accounting).
Students may graduate from Double Degree programmes with Simon Fraser University or Kozminski University, Double Concentration within the programme, or a Minor in a non-business discipline from HKBU.
Undergraduate Programme – BBA (Hons)
International graduates share their experience of studying at the HKBU School of Business!
Among the 1%
of business schools worldwide (also the ONLY ONE in Hong Kong) accredited by three leading international accreditation bodies: AACSB, EQUIS and AMBA
Top 10 in Asia-Pacific
Top 50 in the world
in the Association of Information Systems (AIS) Research Rankings
14th
in the QS Top 50 under 50 2021 Rankings in APAC (also ranked top 15 in APAC in the past 5 years)
12th
Hong Kong ranks 12th in QS Best Student Cities Rankings 2023
in the Times Higher Education (THE) Impact Rankings 2023 - Quality Education
4th
in the Times Higher Education (THE) World University Rankings 2024 - International Outlook
10th
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Guaranteed stay in Hong Kong for 24 months upon graduation regardless of graduates’ employment status
260 exchange partners in 44 countries
Summer exchange and double degree programmes offered by the exchange partners
Master of Accountancy (MAcc)
Master of Human Resources Management (MHRM)
MSc in Applied Accounting & Finance (MScAAF)
MSc in Applied Economics (MScAEcon)
MSc in Business Management (MScBM)
MSc in Corporate Governance and Compliance (MScCGC)
MSc in Data Analytics and Business Economics (MScDABE)
MSc in Entrepreneurship and Global Marketing (MScEGM)
MSc in Finance (FinTech and Financial Analytics) (MScFTFA)
Apart from the MSc in Entrepreneurship and Global Marketing (MScEGM) programme commencing in January each year, all other programmes of the HKBU School of Business commence in September each year. You are recommended to apply early (application deadlines vary from February to May for different programmes).
Based in the heart of Asia, in the vibrant city of Hong Kong, and with a gateway to the business opportunities of Mainland China, it is a superb location for students to live and study.
As a dynamic destination that is a major international hub for trade, it provides countless opportunities in areas such as Accountancy, Business Management, Corporate Governance, Economics / Data Analytics, Entrepreneurship, Finance / FinTech, Human Resources Management, Marketing and more.
MSc in Marketing for the Creative Economy (MScMCE)
PhD
Undergraduate Programme – BBA (Hons)
A recent paper by Dr. Jays Kim at HKBU explores the Peter Principle by using data from the NBA to see if former basketball stars could also succeed as managers or coaches and, if so, how.
Discover more about the paper and read about the results!
Research Insights from
the HKBU School of Business
Authenticity has long been held as a virtue. But does being true to one’s self really help someone thrive in the workplace? A recent study by Dr. Erica XU, Associate Professor from the School of Business, Hong Kong Baptist University (HKBU), explores whether authenticity is actually as much of an asset in the office as it is in our personal lives.
Want to advance your understanding of when and how employees can gain relational benefits from displaying authenticity at work? Click the below button to learn more about Dr. Erica Xu’s research and its insights.
Should you be your true self at work?
A recent paper by Dr. Jays Kim at HKBU explores the Peter Principle by using data from the NBA to see if former basketball stars could also succeed as managers or coaches and, if so, how.
Discover more about the paper and read about the results!
Given the high profile of CSR activities, it’s no surprise that CEOs are keen to be heavily involved – and invest heavily – in CSR activities. But are CEOs doing it to benefit their firms or to selfishly enhance their personal profile? Can there be too much of a good thing and what role should boards of directors play when it comes to dealing with the “selflessness” of CEOs?
A recent paper by Dr. Gaoguang Zhou from the School of Business, Hong Kong Baptist University (HKBU) expands on prior work and provides implications to practitioners by examining the value of “Talented Inside Directors (TIDs)” in corporate social responsibility (CSR).
Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR): Too much of a good thing?
Where the Stars Still Shine: Some Effects of Star-performers-turned-managers on Organisational Performance
The Peter Principle suggests that people often get promoted to positions that require different skills than the ones they excel at.
A recent paper by Dr. Jays Kim at the HKBU School of Business explores this principle by using data from the National Basketball Association (“NBA”) to see if former basketball stars could also succeed as managers or coaches and, if so, how.
A recent paper by Dr. Jays Kim at HKBU explores the Peter Principle by using data from the NBA to see if former basketball stars could also succeed as managers or coaches and, if so, how.
Discover more about the paper and read about the results!
Do you ever feel like time elapsed very slowly at work, and the Monday blues feeling lasts beyond Monday?
A recent paper by Dr. Rocky Chen, at the HKBU School of Business, and his research team explores how time-related work design characteristics can actually make a day feel short.
A recent paper by Dr. Jays Kim at HKBU explores the Peter Principle by using data from the NBA to see if former basketball stars could also succeed as managers or coaches and, if so, how.
Discover more about the paper and read about the results!
