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HKU Business School takes an entrepreneurial approach to meeting the challenges of a rapidly changing economic and business environment by drawing together the strengths of six academic areas, namely Accounting and Law, Economics, Finance, Innovation and Information Management, Management and Strategy, and Marketing. The School not only equips students with the vision and practical tools necessary to become successful business leaders in Hong Kong, Greater China and further afield, but also provides a strong grounding in both theoretical and applied aspects of economics, allowing students to analyse how business and policy decisions are made in a dynamic world. A hallmark of our School that separates us from the others is our truly multi-disciplinary approach. Our School's tremendous wealth of resources offers students with a wide array of choices to combine studies in economics and finance, accounting and finance, business and law, business and computer studies, and international business and global management.
6755 Bachelor of Business Administration [BBA]
The BBA programme combines strong functional training with intensive exposure to communication skills, computer applications, and other social science and/or science subjects. Students can choose to major in the following area(s):
► Entrepreneurship, Design and Innovation*
► Finance
► Human Resource Management
► Information Systems and Analytics
► Marketing
(*Candidates must undergo a selection process arranged by the Programme Coordinator for declaring the EDI major.)
Curriculum Structure
Components | Credits | |
A. | University Graduation Requirements | 54 |
Language Enhancement Courses | 18 | |
Common Core Curriculum | 36 | |
Non-Credit Bearing Courses as required by the University | - | |
B. | BBA Major | 78 |
Faculty Core Courses | 24 | |
Disciplinary Core Courses / Disciplinary Electives | 48 | |
Capstone Course | 6 | |
C. | Free Electives / Optional Major / Optional Minor(s) | 108 |
Total | 240 | |
Admission Information (non-HKDSE qualifications)
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Note: BBA curriculum and syllabus are subject to review from time to time and may vary for different intake cohorts depending on the year of admission.
HKU – Sciences Po Dual Degree Programme
Students will spend the first two years at Sciences Po in France and the third and fourth years at HKU. Programmes at Sciences Po are taught in English (no French requirements for being admitted) with intensive French language classes for all non-francophone students. Upon successful completion of the dual degree programme, students will be awarded the Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) degree from HKU and a Bachelor’s degree from Sciences Po.
Separate application is required for applying to the dual degree programme, in addition to the application made under the JUPAS or International/Non-JUPAS Admissions Scheme. Please click the link below for more details:
HKU – Sciences Po Dual Degree Details
HKU – University of British Columbia Dual Degree Programme
Students will spend the first and final years at HKU and the second and third years at University of British Columbia (UBC), and graduate with a Bachelor of Business Administration from HKU and a Bachelor of Commerce from UBC upon successful completion of the programme.
Separate application is required for applying to the dual degree programme, in addition to the application made under the JUPAS or International/Non-JUPAS Admissions Scheme. Please click the link below for more details:
HKU – University of British Columbia Dual Degree Details
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6781 Bachelor of Business Administration in Accounting and Finance [BBA(Acc&Fin)]
The BBA(Acc&Fin) programme prepares students for a professional qualification in accounting and provides the broad-based education in accounting and finance which is necessary to progress toward a leadership role in the financial sector. Students are required to take professional core in accounting and a minor in finance, with an option to second major in finance. Tailor-made professional preparation programmes and internship opportunities with renowned accounting firms and financial institutions are available for talented students. It is accredited as an approved accountancy programme by:
► The Hong Kong Institute of Certified Public Accountants (HKICPA)
► The Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA)
► CPA Australia
Curriculum Structure
Components | Credits | |
A. | University Graduation Requirements | 54 |
Language Enhancement Courses | 18 | |
Common Core Curriculum | 36 | |
Non-Credit Bearing Courses as required by the University | - | |
B. | Professional Core in Accounting | 108 |
Faculty Core Courses | 24 | |
Disciplinary Core Courses | 78 | |
Capstone Course | 6 | |
C. | Minor in Finance* | 36 |
Disciplinary Core Courses | 12 | |
Disciplinary Electives | 24 | |
D. | Free Electives / Optional Minor | 42 |
Total | 240 | |
*Students may opt to pursue a Major in Finance:
Components | Credits | |
A. | University Graduation Requirements | 54 |
B. | Professional Core in Accounting | 108 |
C. | Major in Finance | 78 |
Disciplinary Core Courses | 30 | |
Disciplinary Electives | 18 | |
Free Electives | 24 | |
Capstone Course | 6 | |
Total | 240 | |
Admission Information (non-HKDSE qualifications)
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Note: BBA(Acc&Fin) curriculum and syllabus are subject to review from time to time and may vary for different intake cohorts depending on the year of admission.
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6781 Bachelor of Business Administration in Accounting Data Analytics [BBA(ADA)]
Similar to the BBA(Acc&Fin) programme, the BBA(ADA) programme prepares students for a professional qualification in accounting. It provides students with an option to focus on data analytics aspect in accounting instead of having a minor in finance. It is an excellent choice for students who are interested in STEM with accounting and business applications and wish to pursue their career in the relevant fields. The intensive accounting training enables BBA(ADA) students to distinguish themselves from students of the other data analytics/STEM programmes. Students will be equipped with comprehensive accounting and business knowledge that prepares them to obtain professional qualifications in accounting. They will also acquire computer programming and data analytics skills to meet the needs of the accounting and business professions in today’s digital transformation economy. It is accredited as an approved accountancy programme by:
► The Hong Kong Institute of Certified Public Accountants (HKICPA)
► The Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA)
► CPA Australia
Curriculum Structure
Components | Credits | |
A. | University Graduation Requirements | 54 |
Language Enhancement Courses | 18 | |
Common Core Curriculum | 36 | |
Non-Credit Bearing Courses as required by the University | - | |
B. | Professional Core in Accounting Data Analytics | 156 |
Faculty Core Courses | 24 | |
Disciplinary Core Courses | 114 | |
Disciplinary Electives | 12 | |
Capstone Course | 6 | |
C. | Free Electives | 30 |
Total | 240 | |
Admission Information (non-HKDSE qualifications)
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Note: BBA(ADA) curriculum and syllabus are subject to review from time to time and may vary for different intake cohorts depending on the year of admission.
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6793 Bachelor of Business Administration (Business Analytics) [BBA(BA)]
The BBA(BA) programme is crafted to meet the growing industry demand for talents in the business analytics field. Its curriculum offers students a comprehensive coverage of both technical and managerial skill sets. Students will learn a wide spectrum of knowledge from the disciplines of information technology, data science, business statistics and management. Core courses include programming language, database management, introduction to business analytics, management information systems, decision and risk analysis, etc. They help students build the foundations for advanced topics in senior years. Students also have the option to choose from analytics technique courses and business application courses. The aim is to provide students with state-of-the-art experiences in artificial intelligence, big data, social media, and other latest development. Such design helps train well-rounded students who will be more adaptable in their career development. The programme is suitable for students who have a passion for problem-solving through analytics, and who aim to develop their career path in analytics.
Curriculum Structure
Components | Credits | |
A. | University Graduation Requirements | 54 |
Language Enhancement Courses | 18 | |
Common Core Curriculum | 36 | |
Non-Credit Bearing Courses as required by the University | - | |
B. | Major in Business Analytics | 96 |
Faculty Core Courses | 24 | |
Disciplinary Core Courses | 42 | |
Disciplinary Electives (Analytics Techniques) | 12 | |
Disciplinary Electives (Business Applications) | 12 | |
Capstone Course | 6 | |
C. | Free Electives / Optional Major / Optional Minor(s) | 90 |
Total | 240 | |
Admission Information (non-HKDSE qualifications)
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Note: BBA(BA) curriculum and syllabus are subject to review from time to time and may vary for different intake cohorts depending on the year of admission.
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6896 Bachelor of Business Administration in International Business and Global Management [BBA(IBGM)]
BBA(IBGM) is an intensive, premier programme in international business and global management featuring a unique curriculum designed to evolve with and reflect the ever-changing demands of a globalised world. Exclusive elements such as overseas exchange studies, a leadership boot camp, an Asia-Pacific study tour, an international field trip and global enrichment opportunities are strategically integrated into the curriculum, whilst students are given the flexibility to pursue an in-depth inquiry into another specialised area of study as a second major. This cross-functional and personalised approach aims to foster a selected group of outstanding students to become the world’s future leaders equipped with global perspectives, cultural sensitivity, social responsibility and key competencies to succeed in the international business environment.
Curriculum Structure
Components | Credits | |
A. | University Graduation Requirements | 54 |
Language Enhancement Courses | 18 | |
Common Core Curriculum | 36 | |
Non-Credit Bearing Courses as required by the University | - | |
B. | Major in International Business and Global Management | 96 |
Faculty Core Courses | 24 | |
Disciplinary Core Courses | 54 | |
Disciplinary Electives | 12 | |
Capstone Course | 6 | |
C. | Second Major | 72-90 |
D. | Free Electives | 0-18* |
E. | Compulsory Overseas Exchange | - |
Total | 240 | |
*Students may use free electives to fulfil the second major where the requirements exceed 72 credits.
Admission Information (non-HKDSE qualifications)
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Note: BBA(IBGM) curriculum and syllabus are subject to review from time to time and may vary for different intake cohorts depending on the year of admission.
6808 Bachelor of Business Administration (Law) and Bachelor of Laws [BBA(Law)&LLB]
Jointly offered by the HKU Business School and the Faculty of Law, the BBA(Law)&LLB integrated double-degree programme blends two strategic disciplines into a single programme for the bright and highly motivated. It is an excellent choice for students seeking a broader education with parallel concentration on legal and business studies. Graduates of the programme will be awarded two degrees — BBA(Law) by the HKU Business School, and LLB by the Faculty of Law. After successful completion of the LLB programme, students may apply for admission to the Postgraduate Certificate in Laws (PCLL) programme provided that they meet the relevant admission requirements.
The programme offers business stream and accounting stream to students in their business studies. The accounting stream is accredited by:
► The Hong Kong Institute of Certified Public Accountants (HKICPA)
► The Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA)
► CPA Australia
Curriculum Structure (Business Stream)
Components | Credits | |
A. | University Graduation Requirements | 36 |
Language Enhancement Courses | 12 | |
Common Core Curriculum | 24 | |
Non-Credit Bearing Courses as required by the University | - | |
B. | BBA Major | 78 |
Faculty Core Courses | 24 | |
Disciplinary Core Courses / Disciplinary Electives | 48 | |
Capstone Course | 6 | |
C. | Professional Core in Law | 156 |
Disciplinary Core Courses | 120 | |
Disciplinary Electives | 30 | |
Capstone Course | 6 | |
D. | Free Electives / Optional Minor | 30 |
Total | 300 | |
Curriculum Structure (Accounting Stream)
Components | Credits | |
A. | University Graduation Requirements (same as above) | 36 |
B. | Professional Core in Accounting | 108 |
Faculty Core Courses | 24 | |
Disciplinary Core Courses | 78 | |
Capstone Course | 6 | |
C. | Professional Core in Law(same as above) | 156 |
Total | 300 | |
Admission Information (non-HKDSE qualifications)
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Note: BBA(Law)&LLB curriculum and syllabus are subject to review from time to time and may vary for different intake cohorts depending on the year of admission.
6767 Bachelor of Economics [BEcon]
The BEcon programme trains students in economic theories, statistical tools, the application of theories to solve practical economic problems in trade, banking and the labour market, and evaluation of the regional economic performance of China, Hong Kong and other economies. Students will be furnished with solid theoretical and empirical economic knowledge to analyse and understand human behaviour and social interactions. The programme allows students a high degree of flexibility in planning their future career specialisation.
Curriculum Structure
Components | Credits | |
A. | University Graduation Requirements | 54 |
Language Enhancement Courses | 18 | |
Common Core Curriculum | 36 | |
Non-Credit Bearing Courses as required by the University | - | |
B. | Major in Economics | 78 |
Faculty Core Courses | 24 | |
Disciplinary Core Courses | 30 | |
Disciplinary Electives | 18 | |
Capstone Course | 6 | |
C. | Free Electives / Optional Major / Optional Minor(s) | 108 |
Total | 240 | |
Admission Information (non-HKDSE qualifications)
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Note: BEcon curriculum and syllabus are subject to review from time to time and may vary for different intake cohorts depending on the year of admission.
6767 Bachelor of Economics and Finance [BEcon&Fin]
BEcon&Fin is designed to meet the interests of students who are seeking a balanced study of both economics and finance. The programme recognises the significance of economics both in its own right and as a foundation for the study of finance, and the significance of finance as a career path for students who are keen on joining this profession. Students will receive solid training in theories and applications of economics and finance. They will be equipped with the skills to analyse human behaviour and social interaction, as well as to solve problems in the financial sphere.
Curriculum Structure
Components | Credits | |
A. | University Graduation Requirements | 54 |
Language Enhancement Courses | 18 | |
Common Core Curriculum | 36 | |
Non-Credit Bearing Courses as required by the University | - | |
B. | Major in Economics and Finance | 96 |
Faculty Core Courses | 24 | |
Disciplinary Core Courses | 42 | |
Economics Disciplinary Electives | 12 | |
Finance Disciplinary Electives | 12 | |
Capstone Course | 6 | |
C. | Free Electives / Optional Major / Optional Minor(s) | 90 |
Total | 240 | |
Admission Information (non-HKDSE qualifications)
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Note: BEcon&Fin curriculum and syllabus are subject to review from time to time and may vary for different intake cohorts depending on the year of admission.
HKU – Peking University “Future Leaders” Dual Bachelor’s Degree in Economics, Finance and Management
The programme combines the strengths of two leading business schools in Hong Kong and Mainland China and is designed to nurture first-class business leaders and cultivate their global perspective with intimate understanding of China. Students will spend the first two years at HKU and the third and fourth years at Peking University (PKU), and be awarded a Bachelor of Economics and Finance (BEcon&Fin) degree from HKU and a Bachelor of Management (BMgmt) degree from PKU upon successful completion of the dual degree programme.
Separate application is required for applying to the dual degree programme, in addition to the application made under the JUPAS or International/Non-JUPAS Admissions Scheme. Please click the link below for more details:
HKU – Peking University “Future Leaders” Dual Bachelor’s Degree Details
6860 Bachelor of Finance in Asset Management and Private Banking [BFin(AMPB)]
The BFin(AMPB) programme aims to prepare students to enter the rapidly growing fields of asset management and private wealth management in Hong Kong and Asia Pacific, or in banking and finance generally. During the first two years, students complete introductory courses in accounting, economics, mathematics, statistics, corporate finance, and investments and portfolio analysis. In subsequent years, students take more specified and industry related courses including equity valuation and investment in specific asset classes e.g. private equity, venture capital and hedge funds, understanding of financial statements and doing financial analysis, lending and credit in private wealth and corporate bank, financial regulations and compliance, current issues in finance, institutional consulting and family office. The programme contains practical-oriented courses taught by teachers with extensive experience in the finance industry and offers an array of career-oriented enrichment activities and networking opportunities with industry practitioners.
Curriculum Structure
Components | Credits | |
A. | University Graduation Requirements | 54 |
Language Enhancement Courses | 18 | |
Common Core Curriculum | 36 | |
Non-Credit Bearing Courses as required by the University | - | |
B. | Major in Asset Management and Private Banking | 96 |
Faculty Core Courses | 24 | |
Disciplinary Core Courses | 54 | |
Disciplinary Electives | 12 | |
Capstone Course | 6 | |
C. | Free Electives / Optional Major / Optional Minor(s) | 90 |
Total | 240 | |
Admission Information (non-HKDSE qualifications)
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Note: BFin(AMPB) curriculum and syllabus are subject to review from time to time and may vary for different intake cohorts depending on the year of admission.
6846 Bachelor of Science in Marketing Analytics and Technology [BSc(MAT)]
Marketing is critical to all businesses. It dictates whether a company will be successful. Technology, Big Data, and digitization are fundamentally changing how marketers operate. The BSc(MAT) programme equips students with quantitative skills, technology know-how, and business marketing acumen to pursue a career in the digital economy and modern businesses. It targets both STEM students with an interest in business as well as business students interested in the technology space. Students will gain a solid foundation in cutting-edge technical areas including computer programming, data science, and technology by excelling in courses from the Faculty of Engineering and Faculty of Science. In addition, students will master digital business, marketing and leadership through courses at the HKU Business School. This interdisciplinary approach will enable students to engage in a variety of jobs and functions such as the design and launch of new technology products, targeting consumers, digital marketing, forecast and predicting markets, and building a technology-focused strategy. The programme aims to nurture future leaders in the field of technology and marketing who are able to use the latest technology, science, and data analytics to support business and marketing decisions in the digital world.
Curriculum Structure
Components | Credits | |
A. | University Graduation Requirements | 54 |
Language Enhancement Courses | 18 | |
Common Core Curriculum | 36 | |
Non-Credit Bearing Courses as required by the University | - | |
B. | Major in Marketing Analytics and Technology | 96 |
Faculty Core Courses | 24 | |
Disciplinary Core Courses | 42 | |
Disciplinary Electives (Marketing Technology and Strategy) | 12 | |
Disciplinary Electives (Marketing Analytics) | 12 | |
Capstone Course | 6 | |
C. | Free Electives / Optional Major / Optional Minor(s) | 90 |
Total | 240 | |
Admission Information (non-HKDSE qualifications)
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Note: BSc(MAT) curriculum and syllabus are subject to review from time to time and may vary for different intake cohorts depending on the year of admission.
6884 Bachelor of Science in Quantitative Finance [BSc(QFin)]
BSc(QFin) is a premium finance programme. Built on a solid foundation in economics and finance, the programme equips students with the essential quant skills, including mathematics, statistics, and programming, that are required in more advanced and sophisticated analyses, such as valuation models of structured products, risk management, simulation and data analysis, financial engineering, and quantitative trading.
The programme goes beyond merely equipping students with quant skills. More importantly, it stresses on combining these skills with an understanding of the financial markets, the macro environment, and the practical situations where financial managers work, with a balanced mix of quant and business courses. To nurture students’ soft skills and market acumen, the programme provides a wide range of value-enhancing activities, such as Round Tables with Practitioners, Alumni Drinks, Executive Mentorship Scheme, Bloomberg training workshops, simulation trading workshops, and an international field trip to other international financial centres such as New York, London and Zurich.
Curriculum Structure
Components | Credits | |
A. | University Graduation Requirements | 54 |
Language Enhancement Courses | 18 | |
Common Core Curriculum | 36 | |
Non-Credit Bearing Courses as required by the University | - | |
B. | Major in Quantitative Finance | 96 |
Faculty Core Courses | 24 | |
Disciplinary Core Courses | 54 | |
Disciplinary Electives | 12 | |
Capstone Course | 6 | |
C. | Free Electives / Optional Major / Optional Minor(s) | 90 |
Total | 240 | |
Admission Information (non-HKDSE qualifications)
More Curriculum Details (Note)
Note: BSc(QFin) curriculum and syllabus are subject to review from time to time and may vary for different intake cohorts depending on the year of admission.