Bachelor of Business Administration with Honours in Corporate Governance

PROGRAMME CODE

DIRECT APPLICATION: BBAHCGJS

ENTRY

SENIOR YEAR ENTRY

STUDY DURATION

2-YEAR

MODE OF STUDY

FULL-TIME, FACE-TO-FACE

PROGRAMME CODE

ENTRY

STUDY DURATION

MODE OF STUDY

DIRECT APPLICATION: BBAHCGJS

SENIOR YEAR ENTRY

2-YEAR

FULL-TIME, FACE-TO-FACE

PROGRAMME CODE

ENTRY

STUDY DURATION

MODE OF STUDY

DIRECT APPLICATION: BBAHCGJS

SENIOR YEAR ENTRY

2-YEAR

FULL-TIME, FACE-TO-FACE

About The Programme

This programme aims to provide broad, high quality education and practical knowledge and skills for those who wish to pursue a career in corporate administration and company secretaryship. On completion of the programme, students should be able to demonstrate comprehensive knowledge in the professional practice of corporate administration and company secretaryship and a full range of theories underpinning good governance of business and non-business entities. Graduates of this programme can also obtain recognition from The Hong Kong Chartered Governance Institute.

Programme Intended Learning Outcomes (PILOs)

Explain and critically review business theories and concepts to identify issues, analyse situations, and develop solutions for multi-faceted problems in organisational settings.
Critically evaluate issues and make informed judgements in view of the organisation's strategies as well as ethical considerations.
Make meaningful contributions as a leader and member in a team setting and communicate effectively.
Command knowledge of the laws and regulations in corporate governance and recognise the best practices for the purpose of regulatory compliance.
Integrate and apply advanced analytical skills, corporate governance theories and concepts to identify issues and situations that prepare governance professionals to strengthen accountability and sustainability of their organisations.
Assimilate and synthesise new knowledge in corporate governance to facilitate decision making in corporate secretaryship and good governance of organisations.

Admission Requirements

Applicants of Senior Year Entry to the programme must satisfy the following entry requirement:

An Associate Degree / Higher Diploma (or its equivalent) in a business-related discipline from a tertiary institution recognized by the University;

OR

An Associate Degree / Higher Diploma (or its equivalent) in a non-business related area from a tertiary institution recognized by the University upon completion of a bridging programme offered by HKMU.

Applicants are required to fulfill the English language requirements of the University and may be required to attend an admission interview and/or written test.

Programme Structure and Contents^

Students pursuing this programme must successfully complete 80 credits of courses.

* Course carry-over from Autumn Term

^ Students may be required to complete a bridging programme which consists of selected foundation and/or middle level course(s) and/or a summer bridging course.

^ Students admitted via Year 3 entry in or after 2023/24 must complete the four University Core Values Modules, namely Core Value I (Integrity), Core Value II (Fairness), Core Value III (Perseverance), and Core Value IV (Innovation) for graduation.

# Prescribed Elective

In the era of globalization, business opportunities are inevitably increasing around the world. The School is committed to preparing students for the challenges in the international business environment. In view of this, a Global Immersion Programme will be held to provide students with opportunities to study and travel abroad, be exposed to the language of global business, engage with global issues and eventually become empowered global citizens. This programme is compulsory.

Undergraduate Global Immersion Programme

Being able to work effectively with foreigners and foreign organisations has become a very important contributor to career success in the internationalised economy. The Undergraduate Global Immersion Programme (UG-GIP) is designed to support B&A students in developing their potential in the internationalised environment. UG-GIP aims to instill in students a deeper understanding of a foreign culture and its society and environment, and expose students to a broader overview and understanding of international business.

For senior year entry students, UG-GIP comprises two non-credit bearing courses: BUS B083F (Year 3)*, and BUS B084F (Year 4). These courses are designed to enhance students' intercultural awareness and communication skills and help students to develop a global mindset. Details can be found here.

*BUS B083F includes a study tour. Students are responsible for incidental expenses such as airfare and accommodation.

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Career and Further Studies

Career Prospects

Graduates can seek employment as company secretary assistant or officer, compliance manager, risk and compliance analyst, and company secretary.

Further Studies

Opportunities are available for the graduates of this programme to pursue postgraduate studies in Hong Kong and abroad. Students will continue to study for master's degree in corporate governance or other fields of business administration, such as management and accounting.

Professional Recognition

The programme is a Partnership Bachelor's Programme (PBP) accredited by The Hong Kong Chartered Governance Institute (HKCGI). Graduates of PBP are eligible for a maximum of four modules of exemption under the Chartered Governance Qualifying Programme (CGQP). These modules include Hong Kong Company Law, Interpreting Financial and Accounting Information, Strategic Management, and Hong Kong Taxation.

*Please note that all exemption applications are subject to the final decision of HKCGI.