PROGRAMME CODE
MBAF
LANGUAGE
ENGLISH
STUDY DURATION
1-YEAR
2-YEAR
MODE OF STUDY
FULL-TIME, FACE-TO-FACE
PART-TIME, FACE-TO-FACE
To build a thriving organisation in the current business world — which is filled with ever-changing challenges and complexities — well integrated theoretical and practical skills as well as knowledge from multiple areas and disciplines are indispensable for managers and leaders. This programme aims at equipping students with such skills and knowledge. Interaction and collaboration in the programme further stimulate students' creative and innovative thinking. On successful completion of this programme, students should be able to demonstrate a comprehensive and up-to-date understanding of business and management theories, practice and strategies, and apply these to managing business and non-business entities.
MBAF applicants to the programme must satisfy the following entry requirement:
In English Language Subject of the Hong Kong Diploma of Secondary Education Examination (DSE)
In TOEFL – Paper-delivered test (all 3 skills combined)
In TOEFL – Paper-based
In TOEFL – Internet-based
In IELTS
In CET-6
OR equivalent
MBAF applicants may also enter the programme through Pathway 1 if he/she meets the following entry requirement:
Special Entry Route: Applications of non-business degree holders with less than three years of supervisory/managerial experience will also be considered. Instead of 36 credit-units, successful applicants are required to complete 48 credit-units for graduation including a 1-term, 12 credit-unit course, BUS 8008BEF Business Administration Perspectives offered in May / June or a 2-term, 12 credit-unit course, BUS 8028BEF Business Administration Perspectives (Two Terms) offered in September in each year.
Students pursuing this programme must successfully complete 36 credit-units* as follows:
from compulsory courses
from the elective courses
Students pursing the MBAF programme through Pathway 1 must complete 18 credit-units from the compulsory course and 6 credit-units from elective courses. (For details of Pathway 1, please refer to the Entry Requirements.)
In addition to the 36 credit-units (or 48 credit-units for Special Entry Route or 24 credit-units for Pathway 1), students will need to complete additional courses required by the School after assessing their academic backgrounds, results in the admission tests, language proficiency and other relevant factors in order to facilitate effective learning of Master's degrees in business-related areas. The specific requirements will be stipulated in the offer letter.
This programme also forms part of the Dual Degree Programme jointly offered with Toulouse School of Management (TSM), France. Selected students could join a one-year exchange at TSM. Upon graduation, students will receive two Master's degrees:
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Full-time and part-time students can normally complete the Master's programmes in 18 and 30 months respectively. The minimum study duration for full-time students of the Master's programmes is 1 year. The minimum study duration for part-time students of the Master's programmes is 2 years. Students admitted through the Special Entry Route will normally start the programme 3 months earlier than other students for taking BUS 8008BEF Business Administration Perspectives.
The courses in the programme will be taught through face-to-face mode. The programme will accept new students in the Autumn Term only.
The language of instruction for all courses of the programme is English.
In the era of globalisation, market opportunities and business operations are not restricted by national boundaries. B&A is committed to preparing students for challenges in the international business environment. In view of this, a Business Transformation Immersion Programme is designed 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 an empowered global citizen. The fees for the Business Transformation Immersion Programme will be HK$51,330^, which do not include air passage, food, accommodation and other incidental expenses. The tuition fees do NOT include the fees for the Business Transformation Immersion Programme. The Business Transformation Immersion Programme is compulsory for full-time students while optional for part-time students.
^ The fee is subject to annual review.
Leadership Training Programme
Overseas Learning Experience
Business Transformation Seminar/Workshop
Career Development Seminar/
LinkedIn Learning
Applicants who are deemed to have fulfilled the entry requirements will be invited to attend an admission interview. The interview will be conducted via Zoom. Candidates may be asked to discuss current affairs and/or case analysis for the assessment of their capabilities, such as analytical skills, adaptability, interpersonal skills, presentation skills, and their ability to form logical arguments.
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