BBA Finance provides rigorous training in asset valuation, portfolio and risk management, derivative securities, global investment and quantitative methods. The programme prepares you for key financial management positions in business and government sectors.

學習定性研究及定量研究的技巧與工具（例如：彭博、資產估值、投資組合及風險管理）以作金融及投資決定令你勝任企業（例如摩根大通集團、匯豐銀行、德意志銀行及瑞銀）及政府部門中的重要金融職位

JUPAS Entrance Requirements

Notes:  
- Besides Category A elective subjects, Mathematics extended modules (M1/M2) and “other languages” can also be used to meet the elective requirement. If students take both M1 and M2, they are counted as one subject only.  
- Applied Learning subjects are not counted as elective subjects.  
- For details of the alternative Chinese Language qualifications acceptable by the University for Non-Chinese Speaking (NCS) students, please click here.

For details of the programme’s curriculum structure, please visit the 'Undergraduate Catalogue'.

Graduates are ready to develop career as corporate strategist, management consultant, economist, private banker, investment advisor and key financial management positions in business and government sectors.

Graduate Profile

Financial / Insurance : 50% 

Business Service / Real Estate : 30% 

Transport, Storage and Communications : 4%

Rotman International Trading Competition

The Rotman International Trading Competition (RITC) is an annual event that brings teams of students and their faculty advisors from universities worldwide to participate in a unique 3-day simulated market challenge at University of Toronto in Canada. Teams are invited to participate in various activities including electronic and outcry trading cases, seminars with industry practitioners, and social events with their fellow competitors from around the world. For more details, please visit http://ritc.rotman.utoronto.ca/

Inter-University Algo Trading Contest

The contest invites students from renowned universities in Hong Kong and Mainland China to create and test the algo trading strategies. It serves as an ideal platform to transfer industry knowledge and skills to university students. It was initiated with the vision to identify and nurture algo trading talents at top universities; create a platform to access real life trading; and provide top performers with potential career opportunities / startup capital. For more details, please visit http://algocontest.cashalgo.com/

Overseas Summer Programmes

Students may participate in English immersion courses, which include components such as volunteer placements, homestays and cultural activities in Australia, Canada, New Zealand and the USA. Service Learning participants also provide voluntary services in less developed areas such as the Philippines, Thailand, Mongolia, Sri Lanka and Laos.

Young Scholars Programme

To nurture BBA students to become outstanding future leaders in the region/world, our Young Scholars Programme offers the following:

• overseas exposure during semester breaks, including study trips to renowned companies and universities;
• internship placements in multinational companies to be arranged locally or overseas;
• networking with top business students admitted locally and overseas;
• professional mentorships provided by professors and professional practitioners; and
• cultivation of social responsibility through community services and voluntary work.

Department of Economics and Finance
College of Business 
Undergraduate Catalogue
CityUHK Talents Programme 
CityUHK Scholarships for Hong Kong Talents

BBA Business Economics provides solid training in economic strategies for improving business operations, government policies and economic forecasting. Students are open for a wide range of career options, e.g. corporate strategist, management consultant, economist, private banker, investment advisor.

學習經濟策略以提升企業營運、政府政策及經濟預測

職業選擇廣泛 ：企業策略師、管理顧問、經濟學家、私人銀行家、投資顧問

與美國哥倫比亞大學及國立台灣大學合辦的雙聯學士學位課程安排

JUPAS Entrance Requirements

Notes:  
- Besides Category A elective subjects, Mathematics extended modules (M1/M2) and “other languages” can also be used to meet the elective requirement. If students take both M1 and M2, they are counted as one subject only.  
- Applied Learning subjects are not counted as elective subjects.  
- For details of the alternative Chinese Language qualifications acceptable by the University for Non-Chinese Speaking (NCS) students, please click here.

For details of the programme’s curriculum structure, please visit the 'Undergraduate Catalogue'

Graduates are ready to develop career as corporate strategist, management consultant, economist, private banker, investment advisor and key financial management positions in business and government sectors.

Graduate Profile

Financial / Insurance : 50%Business Service / Real Estate : 30%     
Transport, Storage and Communications : 4%

BBA Business Economics students are eligible to apply for the following joint degree programmes:

Joint Bachelor's Degree Programme in Business Economics with National Taiwan University (https://www.cb.cityu.edu.hk/ef/ug/programmes/NTU/)

Joint Bachelor's Degree Program between City University of Hong Kong and Columbia University (http://gs.columbia.edu/cityu-hk/)

Rotman International Trading Competition

The Rotman International Trading Competition (RITC) is an annual event that brings teams of students and their faculty advisors from universities worldwide to participate in a unique 3-day simulated market challenge at University of Toronto in Canada. Teams are invited to participate in various activities including electronic and outcry trading cases, seminars with industry practitioners, and social events with their fellow competitors from around the world. For more details, please visit http://ritc.rotman.utoronto.ca/

Inter-University Algo Trading Contest

The contest invites students from renowned universities in Hong Kong and Mainland China to create and test the algo trading strategies. It serves as an ideal platform to transfer industry knowledge and skills to university students. It was initiated with the vision to identify and nurture algo trading talents at top universities; create a platform to access real life trading; and provide top performers with potential career opportunities / startup capital. For more details, please visit http://algocontest.cashalgo.com/

Overseas Summer Programmes

Students may participate in English immersion courses, which include components such as volunteer placements, homestays and cultural activities in Australia, Canada, New Zealand and the USA. Service Learning participants also provide voluntary services in less developed areas such as the Philippines, Thailand, Mongolia, Sri Lanka and Laos.

Young Scholars Programme

To nurture BBA students to become outstanding future leaders in the region/world, our Young Scholars Programme offers the following:

• overseas exposure during semester breaks, including study trips to renowned companies and universities;
• internship placements in multinational companies to be arranged locally or overseas;
• networking with top business students admitted locally and overseas;
• professional mentorships provided by professors and professional practitioners; and
• cultivation of social responsibility through community services and voluntary work.

Department of Economics and Finance
College of Business 
Undergraduate Catalogue
CityUHK Talents Programme 
CityUHK Scholarships for Hong Kong Talents

Starting in 2026/27, high school applicants can directly apply for Year 1 entry to the prestigious Joint Bachelor’s Degree Programme offered by CityUHK and Columbia University. Graduates will earn degrees from both institutions. For JUPAS applicants, a separate application to Columbia University is required after submitting the JUPAS application.

BBA Business Economics provides solid training in economic strategies for improving business operations, government policies and economic forecasting. Students are open for a wide range of career options, e.g. corporate strategist, management consultant, economist, private banker, investment advisor.

學習經濟策略以提升企業營運、政府政策及經濟預測

職業選擇廣泛 ：企業策略師、管理顧問、經濟學家、私人銀行家、投資顧問

與美國哥倫比亞大學及國立台灣大學合辦的雙聯學士學位課程安排

BBA Finance provides rigorous training in asset valuation, portfolio and risk management, derivative securities, global investment and quantitative method. The programme prepares you for key financial management positions in business and government sectors.

學習定性研究及定量研究的技巧與工具（例如：彭博、資產估值、投資組合及風險管理）以作金融及投資決定令你勝任企業（例如摩根大通集團、匯豐銀行、德意志銀行及瑞銀）及政府部門中的重要金融職位

1. BBA Business Economics programme offers you:   
    o Learn economic strategies for improving business operations, government policies and economic forecasting.   
    o Wide range of career options: corporate strategist, management consultant, economist, private banker, investment advisor  

2. BBA Finance programme offers you:   
    o Learn qualitative and quantitative skills and tools (e.g. Bloomberg, asset valuation, portfolio and risk management) for making financial and investment decisions   
    o Prepare you for key financial management positions in business and government sectors (e.g. JP Morgan Chase, HSBC, Deutsche Bank, UBS  

3. College of Business is among the top four business schools in Asia (https://www.cb.cityu.edu.hk/About-the-College/Accreditation-and-Rankings/International-Rankings)  

4. Entrance scholarships up to HK$265,000 are available for elite students (https://www.cb.cityu.edu.hk/ug/admissions/apply/scholarships)  

5. Opportunity to apply for admission to the Joint Bachelor's Degree Programs between City University of Hong Kong and Columbia University (http://gs.columbia.edu/cityu-hk/), and between City University of Hong Kong and National Taiwan University (https://www.cb.cityu.edu.hk/ef/ug/programmes/NTU/)

Applicants to this programme (admission code: 1012) will be considered for admission to first-year studies at the Department of Economics and Finance. Students will enter a major (current major options: Business Economics; Finance) after one year of study. The top 40% of students# will have a free choice of majors offered by the Department. The other 60% of students will be allocated a major within the Department, subject to the availability of places and the selection criteria set by individual majors.

# based on CGPA with no failed grades and completion of at least 30 credit units including College/Department required courses

For details of the programme’s curriculum structure, please visit the 'Undergraduate Catalogue'.

Graduates are ready to develop career as corporate strategist, management consultant, economist, private banker, investment advisor and key financial management positions in business and government sectors.

.

Graduate Profile

Financial / Insurance : 50% 

Business Service / Real Estate : 30% 

Transport, Storage and Communications : 4%

Rotman International Trading Competition

The Rotman International Trading Competition (RITC) is an annual event that brings teams of students and their faculty advisors from universities worldwide to participate in a unique 3-day simulated market challenge at University of Toronto in Canada. Teams are invited to participate in various activities including electronic and outcry trading cases, seminars with industry practitioners, and social events with their fellow competitors from around the world. For more details, please visit http://ritc.rotman.utoronto.ca/

Inter-University Algo Trading Contest

The contest invites students from renowned universities in Hong Kong and Mainland China to create and test the algo trading strategies. It serves as an ideal platform to transfer industry knowledge and skills to university students. It was initiated with the vision to identify and nurture algo trading talents at top universities; create a platform to access real life trading; and provide top performers with potential career opportunities / startup capital. For more details, please visit http://algocontest.cashalgo.com/

Overseas Summer Programmes

Students may participate in English immersion courses, which include components such as volunteer placements, homestays and cultural activities in Australia, Canada, New Zealand and the USA. Service Learning participants also provide voluntary services in less developed areas such as the Philippines, Thailand, Mongolia, Sri Lanka and Laos.

Young Scholars Programme

To nurture BBA students to become outstanding future leaders in the region/world, our Young Scholars Programme offers the following:

• overseas exposure during semester breaks, including study trips to renowned companies and universities;
• internship placements in multinational companies to be arranged locally or overseas;
• networking with top business students admitted locally and overseas;
• professional mentorships provided by professors and professional practitioners; and
• cultivation of social responsibility through community services and voluntary work.

Department of Economics and Finance
College of Business 
Undergraduate Catalogue
CityUHK Talents Programme 
CityUHK Scholarships for Hong Kong Talents

Starting in 2026/27, high school applicants can directly apply for Year 1 entry to the prestigious Joint Bachelor’s Degree Programme offered by CityUHK and Columbia University. Graduates will earn degrees from both institutions. For JUPAS applicants, a separate application to Columbia University is required after submitting the JUPAS application.

CityUHK BBA Marketing stands out from other BBA and Marketing programmes by providing a pioneering approach “i-Marketing + Global Marketing & Marketing Analytics”:

i-Marketing +

• The “i” element of our programme refers to INTERACTIVE, INTERNATIONAL and INTELLIGENCE. 
• Our programme is practical and digital marketing-oriented. With its discovery-enriched curriculum design, students in CityUHK Marketing interact and connect with world-class professors, top business leaders, experienced alumni, and executives from partner companies. They are strong in teamwork, presentation, problem-solving, and communication with people of different backgrounds and cultures. As key technologies and trends will drive changes in the marketing industry, our various digital marketing courses are set to prepare students for facing the challenges of the digital marketing environment.
   

CityUHK BBA Marketing consists of two main streams:

Global Marketing Stream

The stream aims to equip students with marketing knowledge in a global context. Students are expected to be outgoing and culture-sensitive, and prepared to be exposed to marketing strategies and institutions in various regions and countries. They have to complete a foreign language course and may have a chance to join more than one exchange program during their study period.  All of these efforts ensure students are well-equipped and possess a strong foundation to succeed in the future world of work.

Marketing Analytics Stream

The stream aims to prepare students to be big data marketing experts with advanced data analysis skills. They are capable of interpreting and utilizing data to develop effective marketing strategies.  Students are expected to be strong in numeric skills and statistical knowledge and be proficient in social media and digital marketing.  Students may participate analytics-related internships and professional certification courses outside the program to become certified professionals in the field. 

Joint Degree Programs with ESSEC Business School (ESSEC) and National Taiwan University (NTU)

The Department of Marketing distinctly encourages students to broaden their horizons, and to engage actively in exchange and overseas internship programs. In line with its aspirations, the Department organizes joint degree programs with top universities - ESSEC Business School and National Taiwan University (NTU) - for elite students to obtain two internationally recognized degrees within 4 years. Students, through the program, could sharpen their sense of culture, while building all-rounded competitive strengths and developing their blueprint for future career development. The Department is committed to supporting students in pursuit of academic excellence. Scholarships are available for students admitted to the joint programmes

• ESSEC Business School (ESSEC) is one of the top Business Schools in Europe and one of those few Business Schools well-recognized by all EQUIS, AMBA, and AACSB. It is ranked #1 – Bachelor of Business Administration ranking 2025 - Le Point, and #1 – Bachelors of Business Schools 2025 – Le Figaro Etudiant. ESSEC provides internationalized education: one-third of its students are from 98 countries and it has been receiving over 500 inbound exchange students around the globe every year. More can be found at https://www.essec.edu/en/ 
• National University of Taiwan (NTU) is the top one university in Taiwan ranked 63th on QS World University Ranking in 2026, being the only university ranked within the Top 100 Universities in the World. NTU is the alma mater of many eminent Taiwanese, including the Nobel Prize winner. More can be found at https://www.ntu.edu.tw/english/ 

The CityUHK BBA Marketing programme not only provides students with an interactive Internet-related learning environment and international exposure, but also with practical opportunities through which they can address real business issues by working collaboratively with local and global companies and peers. Students can combine classroom learning with on-site internships by working in top companies. 

CityUHK BBA Marketing is your best choice, setting you apart from other marketing graduates in the industry.

The College of Business is among the top three business schools in Asia (https://www.cb.cityu.edu.hk/About-the-College/Accreditation-and-Rankings/International-Rankings)

Entrance scholarships of up to HK$265,000 are available for elite students (https://www.cb.cityu.edu.hk/ug/admissions/apply/scholarships)

Overseas exchange and summer programmes are offered at over 200 partner universities around the globe! (https://www.cb.cityu.edu.hk/ug/admissions/exchange)

Over 80% of students secure local and global internship opportunities in areas including banking, accounting, IT and consulting.

For details of the programme’s curriculum structure, please visit the 'Undergraduate Catalogue'.

Marketing careers are not only exciting and rewarding, but can also lead to top management positions. Marketing is an ideal field for those who enjoy working in teams and formulating strategies for company growth.

Business Career Services

The Business Career Service is committed to helping you enhance your employability by guiding you through all stages of the career development process, and by providing you with personalised career consultation with a coordinated team of advisors, plus career development workshops and career fairs, recruitment events, and up-to-date career-related information. We offer students unique opportunities to build sustainable networks with industry communities. We aim to achieve these goals through providing

• Personalized service
• Up-to-date information
• Sustainable networks
• Coordinated advisors

Mr Kunal Parwani

Head or Risk, Asia-Pacific (Regulated Businesses)
Amazon

“The Marketing Programme has equipped me with the skills and knowledge necessary to embark on an illustrious career. The many academic and co-curricular opportunities, combined with the unfailing support and guidance from the Department’s renowned academics, provide a platform enabling ambitious students to excel and to realise their dreams”.

Mr Vincent Ha

Co-founder & CEO
VeTrackr Limited

“I really enjoyed the courses in CityU Marketing, and the lecturers were very good at both equipping us with the necessary knowledge in business and marketing and helping us to plan our careers. The most impressive thing about this programme is that all students have the chance to practise their marketing skills in the real business world during the final year projects. It was a valuable experience, and we worked with senior executives from multinational corporations. I am proud to be an alumnus of CityU Marketing”.

Ms Sherry Cheung

Managing Director
Ad Hoc Marketing Communication Limited

“Let me take this opportunity to thank everyone in the Department of Marketing. The professors and lecturers in the programme inspired me in terms of entrepreneurship, creativity and business ethics. Equipped with this valuable knowledge, I started my second business in sustainable education and kids’ soccer training, and now I am the Principal of the school. My first business was a marketing agency that I ran for 13 years”.

Ms. Ringo Leung

Executive Director
Investment Banking Division, Morgan Stanley Asia Limited

“I’m so blessed and proud to be an alumnus of CityU Marketing. What I’ve learned and experienced during the whole program inspired me to be a confident, all-round person with different types of skills and abilities to gradually stand out from the challenging business world. I was not born to be a marketing person, but the professors and lecturers shaped and molded my mind about how and why marketing / interpersonal skills and knowledge are indispensable in the real business world.”

Mr. Tommy Yeung

Assistant General Manager
New World Development

“I valued my learning journey in CityU BBA Marketing program. With a comprehensive curriculum and expert faculty, I gained the knowledge and skills necessary for success in my chosen field. The supportive and collaborative learning environment fostered my personal growth and development. The emphasis on practical problem-solving equipped me to tackle real-world challenges with confidence. Thanks to the challenging final year projects, the networking opportunities and industry connections enhanced my professional prospects. The program empowered me to thrive and achieve my goals.”

Ms. Agnes Pun

Partner & Executive Director 
Asia Bankers Club & Golden Emperor

“Throughout my studies in the Marketing major, I have gained a solid understanding of marketing principles and strategies, supported by real case studies featuring companies like Watsons. Collaborating with brands and teammates, these case studies have provided me with practical knowledge and the ability to apply marketing concepts to real-world situations. Overall, I am equipped with valuable skills and strategic thinking to navigate the ever-evolving marketing landscape and drive business success. As a result, I feel more prepared than other fresh graduates in the same position to excel in my career.”
 

More alumni sharing can be found at:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=D3kNZR-wOXM

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zbHvmO6yQFE&t=5s

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DGodevmY6BU&t=8s

https://www.cb.cityu.edu.hk/mkt/bbamkt/Fruitful-U-life/Student-Alumni-Sharing/
 

Company Consultancy Project

We emphasize current issues in Marketing and provide ample learning opportunities for students to gain professional competence and create their own success stories. Our students work as professional consultants, and their tasks involve understanding consumer buying behavior, analyzing key competitors, and formulating creative and cost-effective marketing strategies to explore new business opportunities.

Details can be found at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P737v2TtZNU

Some of our Company Partners

The Company Consultancy Projects are well recognized in the industry and widely reported in the media. All of the participating companies highly commend the students for their creativity and presentation skills. Every year, many outstanding students have received Company Consultancy Project Awards for their innovative strategies and contributions.

Internship Programme

Our students gain rich work experience through internship programmes, which include the Disney Cultural Exchange and Business Practice Internships organised by the College of Business. They enjoy the numerous opportunities offered to them in prominent advertising firms and in the marketing departments of global brands.

Business Leader Forum

To provide students with a more concrete and in-depth understanding of the real business environment, we regularly invite marketing professionals and business leaders from different sectors to share their unique work experiences and success stories with students. Dinner events with the speakers are arranged, to provide students with valuable opportunities to interact with business leaders. Past guest speakers include Mr Wing-Ching Shih (Founder of Centraline Property Agency Limited), Ms Ming Chan (General Manager of Hong Kong Airlines) and Ms Lily Au (Managing Director of General Mills Hong Kong and Taiwan).

Overseas Summer Programmes 

It is Derek Fung’s exchange story at the University of Bath in UK. He celebrated Holi Festival with his friends!    
“No matter where you are, led your colorful life!”

It is Chelsi Chan’s exchange story at the University of New Hampshire in US. She spent a relaxing afternoon on the Brooklyn Bridge.    
“Endeavor something remarkable when you are young.”

Strategic Marketing Committee

More can be found here.

Department of Marketing  
College of Business  
Undergraduate Catalogue 
CityUHK Talents Programme  
CityUHK Scholarships for Hong Kong Talents

The Department aims at providing professional business knowledge and skills that are grounded in the latest research in Management. We are equipping students with the professional skills critical for job success, as well as the interpersonal and analytical skills necessary for developing a successful career locally and globally.

課程旨在培養學生對本港以及跨國商業環境的知識，為日後成為管理層作好準備。

The BBA Management programme aims to equip students with the abilities and skills to successfully manage people and teams within an organisation and manage the organisation itself, in both local and international environments. Students of this programme will acquire the knowledge to meet management challenges including decision making, leading and motivating people, leading organisational change as well as strategising and implementing business decisions locally and internationally. The major offers a choice of two distinctive streams: Human Resources Management (HRM) and Strategy and International Management (SIM). Students can indicate their preferred stream at the beginning of Year 2.

HRM Stream:

The HRM stream is designed for students who wish to pursue a career as an in-house specialist or an outside consultant in the human resource management area.

SIM Stream:

This stream is designed to equip students with the knowledge and skills to develop effective strategies to manage in the international business environment, particularly in the Asia Pacific Region.

Study at Columbia University in Year 3 and Year 4:

Outstanding Year 1 students admitted to our four-year programme will be invited to apply for admission to Columbia University's Joint Bachelor's Degree Program. Students will have the option to major in Psychology or Economics at Columbia University. These students will get one degree certificate from Columbia University and another one from CityUHK after four years of study.

本課程涵蓋兩個專修範疇予學生於入學第二年選擇：人力資源管理、策略及國際管理。

• 人力資源管理：教授人力資源管理學的技能和知識，目標是培養人力資源管理界的優才。
• 策略及國際管理：讓學生接觸多方面範疇，教授學生對國際商業環境的認知及組織管理策略知識之實踐，目標是培養在跨國公司工作之管理專才。

i. The BBA Management programme offers you:

• the skills to manage people and teams successfully;
• the skills to initiate and manage startup companies;
• the knowledge to lead business and implement business decisions in different countries, e.g. the Greater Bay Area, Australia, Japan, Korea, the USA, Canada and the UK.

ii. College of Business is one of the top four business schools in Asia (https://www.cb.cityu.edu.hk/About-the-College/Accreditation-and-Rankings/International-Rankings)

iii. Entrance scholarships up to HK$265,000 are available for elite students (https://www.cb.cityu.edu.hk/ug/admissions/apply/scholarships)

iv. Overseas exchange and summer programmes are available in over 200 partner universities around the globe! (https://www.cb.cityu.edu.hk/ug/admissions/exchange)

在工商管理學士（管理學）的學習能使你掌握：

• 成功管理人才及團隊的知識,
• 創業技巧,
• 在大灣區、澳洲、日本、韓國、美國、加拿大及英國等地區或國家為企業制定策略及領導企業的知識。

For details of the programme’s curriculum structure, please visit the 'Undergraduate Catalogue'.

Employers of our graduates in recent years include well know organisations such as Bank of China, EY, HK Jockey Club, Hospital Authority, HSBC, KPMG, Morgan Stanley and PwC. Graduates are working in highly sought after positions including management trainee, graduate trainee, business analyst, HR business partner, and HR executive.

Students have the opportunity to apply for admission to the Joint Bachelor's Degree Program between City University of Hong Kong and Columbia University (http://gs.columbia.edu/cityu-hk/)

Participation in the internship programme helps our students to develop and strengthen their business and work skills through practical work experience with organisations in Hong Kong. These experiences could help enhance our students' competitiveness in the job market. The MGT Summer Internship programme could meet a major elective course requirement.

EY – LAW Sha Lee

I have learnt a lot about campus recruitment process- from organizational-fit candidate screening to the appropriate manner in answering enquires from candidates, to the selection of the final candidates. Now, I have a more comprehensive understanding on the work of HR professional.

Sino Group - PANG Chui Ying

During the internship, I realized collaboration and communication skills are very important, especially when a project involves many parties. A minor error of relaying message would cause project delay or misunderstanding of the work.

L'Oréal Group – LEUNG Kit Man

In helping with the recruitment process, I gained real business recruitment process’ insights and some crucial interview skills.

Employers’ Federation of Hong Kong – CHAN Kwan Lok, Gordon

EFHK is a Federation acts as an intermediate between employers and government and provides policy and governance services. The insights from the professionals has helped me to better prepare myself for the rapidly changing business environment in Hong Kong.

New Zealand Trade and Enterprise – WONG Pak Long Anson

Grow Stronger, Grow Better. This internship allowed me to understand how a business promotion campaign is made feasible commercially. By interacting with the New Zealand government officials, chambers, and suppliers, I now have a better idea on behaving professionally when offering managerial advices.

Our HRM stream graduates are qualified to apply for Associate Membership of the Hong Kong Institute of Human Resource Management (HKIHRM).

Embarking on the BBA journey at the esteemed Department of Management was a strategic choice, one that has been instrumental in shaping my professional trajectory. This program, distinguished as one of the select few in Hong Kong known for cultivating proficient human resources professionals, boasts an exceptional reputation amongst industry employers.

The Department's commitment to delivering high-caliber education allowed me to establish a robust academic groundwork that became a cornerstone of my success. It didn't merely end with theoretical knowledge; the program's comprehensive career support, encompassing internships and a robust mentoring initiative, equipped me with the necessary skills to navigate the dynamic landscape of the workplace and tackle challenges head-on.

In retrospect, I am immensely grateful for this enriching educational journey. It was not just a stepping stone to my career but a catalyst that propelled me towards significant career advancement post-graduation. Today, as a senior HR leader, I reflect back on these experiences with a sense of pride and acknowledge the pivotal role the BBA program played in my professional ascent. 

Vincent Wu | People Leader, Marsh McLennan Hong Kong & Macau

Human resources personnel are a change agent in an organisation. We work in collaboration with business leaders and propose recommendations on business effectiveness based on our professional HR knowledge and understanding of the changing external market. The BBA (HRM) programme has not only provided me with comprehensive foundation in various business disciplines but has also equipped me with the crucial skills and social awareness in dealing with people from different levels and nationalities. My study here has been a valuable starting point for my career and personal growth.

Kalinda Wong | Associate, People, National Australia Bank

If I had to do it again, I would definitely make the same decision and study in the Human Resources Management Programme at City University of Hong Kong. It is not only the place where I learned to be an HR professional but also where I grew up. The Department of Management provides a dynamic undergraduate curriculum grounded in human resources management that is complemented by distinctive personal and career development programmes. We learned how to be effective and efficient managers. In addition, I felt that there was always a friendly relationship among students and professors. I am thankful for the support and encouragement from our professors, lectures and other graduate students.

Kathy Ko | Human Resources Manager | Hospital Authority

Career Mentoring Programme

Developing and equipping undergraduates for their career is an important goal of Department of Management. In this career mentoring program, we will invite business practitioners who are also our alumni to be the career mentors of our undergraduates. The mentors are expected to share practical advice on job search, career planning, and professional development with the students throughout the academic year.

The Student Entrepreneurship Project is specially designed for year two and three students, to help them develop their managerial competencies through experiential training. The core of the project involves students running a small business. The experience provides management students with the opportunity to apply what they learned in the real world, and develop their entrepreneurial spirit and abilities for future career and business ventures.

To nurture BBA students to become outstanding future leaders in the region/world, our Young Scholars Programme offers the following:

• overseas exposure during semester breaks, including study trips to renowned companies and universities;
• internship placements in multinational companies to be arranged locally or overseas;
• networking with top business students admitted locally and overseas;
• professional mentorships provided by professors and professional practitioners; and
• cultivation of social responsibility through community services and voluntary work.

Department of Management 
College of Business 
Undergraduate Catalogue 
CityUHK Scholarships for Hong Kong Talents 
CityUHK Talents Programme

Starting in 2026/27, high school applicants can directly apply for Year 1 entry to the prestigious Joint Bachelor’s Degree Programme offered by CityUHK and Columbia University. Graduates will earn degrees from both institutions. For JUPAS applicants, a separate application to Columbia University is required after submitting the JUPAS application.

Known as the “language of business,” accounting is certainly vital knowledge in our quest for business excellence and fundamental to success in the business world. Studying accounting provides you with great employment potential and numerous educational opportunities. Aside from becoming an accounting professional, an accounting degree offers a doorway to almost every business opportunity you can dream of, from financial auditing to business consulting. If you want to pursue further studies in business, accounting is also definitely a perfect place to start.

Our BBA Accountancy program offers two streams. The Professional Accounting stream is designed to equip students with accounting knowledge and professional skills for the profession. The ESG and Tech stream is designed to equip students with digital technology, risk management, and data analytical skills, in addition to the fundamental accounting knowledge.

會計是公認的"商業語言"，是各行各業取得商業成功以及追求卓越表現不可或缺的基石。 會計學專業為您提供了巨大的就業前景和廣闊的教育機會。會計學不僅有助於學生成為會計專業人士，還可以幫助學生進入自己理想的行業，無論是從事財務審計工作還是進入管理諮詢行業。同時，如果希望將來在商科繼續深造，會計學也會是您的絕佳選擇。

我們的會計學專業提供兩個方向供您選擇。專業會計方向專注于提供會計專業的知識和職業技能。環境，社會，治理和科技方向涉及基本專業會計知識，以及數位技術，風險管理和數據分析的學習。

Our programme offers valuable resources to maximize your potential and lead you to success. It provides you with:

Professional Recognition

• Professional Recognition – Our dedicated academic staff deliver solid professional knowledge. The programme is recognized by major professional associations, including HKICPA, ACCA and CPA Australia

Whole Person Development Training

• Internship -  An average of about 70% of students secure local and global internship opportunities in areas including banking, accounting, IT and consulting
• Exchange - Overseas exchange and summer programmes are available in over 200 partner universities around the globe! 
• Competition -  We support students to participate in open competitions. These opportunities allow students to explore contemporary business issues in great depth, via collaborating with peers and obtaining advice from senior management consultants and academic staff
• Study tours - We also organize study tours during study breaks, including tours to Japan and Europe. On these tours you will attend courses, visit renowned international corporations, and join in cultural discovery activities

Flexible curriculum and 2nd major/minor choices

• Two streams: "Professional Accounting" stream and "ESG and Tech" stream
• "Double Degree in Accountancy and Law" to gain Inter-disciplinary professional knowledge and enhances students' employability in the two sectors
• Joint degree programme is organised with the National Taiwan University
• 2nd BBA major and Minor 

World-class faculty and department

• The College of Business has been consistently ranked among the world's top-50 business school for research 
• The Department of Accountancy was ranked 28th globally, 5th in Asia-Pacific, and 3rd in Hong Kong based on publications in the top three accounting journals during 2022-2024, according to the Brigham Young University (BYU) Accounting Rankings

Degree Requirements

Please visit the website https://www.cityu.edu.hk/catalogue/ug/current/Major/BBA1_AC-0.htm for the detailed degree requirements.

The New BBA Accountancy Curriculum - In response to the changing needs of the industry

Please visit the website https://www.cb.cityu.edu.hk/ac/programmes/undergraduate/NEWProgrammeAndStream/NewStreamInBBAAccountancy/ for the detailed curriculum.

Career Prospects

The Department of Accountancy facilitate students' acquisition of the qualifications and skills you need for career advancement in prominent multinational certified public accounting firms, government departments, commercial, industrial and public organisations. 

Our graduates have secured their positions in Alibaba, Bloomberg, Citi Group, Deloitte, Ernst & Young, Goldman Sachs, Hang Sang Bank, HSBC, Inland Revenue Department, JPMorgan, KPMG, Moody’s, Morgan Stanley, PricewaterhouseCoopers, Swire Group and The Hong Kong Jockey Club, etc. In addition, the Department has built up a strong alumni network for students’ life-long career development with outstanding graduates reaching management and executive level in various organizations.

See a career development story of our accountancy graduate at https://www.cb.cityu.edu.hk/ac/e-circular/10/Resource/Student_related/Challenge%20Your%20Limit-Edmund%20Ho/Article_Challenge_Your_Limits_Edmund_Ho.pdf 

The University identifies high calibre students with outstanding academic and/or non-academic achievement for the entrance scholarships upon successful admission. Click here for details.

Professional Recognition

Accreditation is obtained from the following professional bodies:

Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA)

CPA Australia

Hong Kong Institute of Certified Public Accountants (HKICPA)

Upon successful completion of the prescribed courses, our graduates will be granted exemptions from certain courses/ papers/ modules. For more details, please refer to https://www.cb.cityu.edu.hk/ac/programmes/prof_accred/

Note: Professional accreditation is subject to periodic review by the respective professional bodies.

Student Exchange

In coordination with the College of Business, the Department organizes regular semester and year-long exchange programmes with over 200 prestigious institutions around the world. Each year, over 40% of our students take part in these experience-enriching programmes. To learn more, please visit https://www.cb.cityu.edu.hk/ac/activities/exchange 

Internship

Each year, we have an average of about 70% of our penultimate year students successfully completed professional attachment in major accounting firms, reputable commercial organisations or government bodies. Please visit https://www.cb.cityu.edu.hk/ac/internship/internship for more details.

Student Achievements

Students are encouraged to participate in various open competitions to gain presentation experience and boost their confidence in making business presentations. Our students have achieved excellent results in reputable competitions in both Hong Kong and the Asia-Pacific region. Please visit https://www.cb.cityu.edu.hk/ac/aboutus/awardsachievements/ for more details.

Study Tours

The Department organises study tours that provide our students with the opportunity to learn about and immerse themselves in other cultural environments. These tours can be either credit bearing and non-credit-bearing. The former requires students to complete a course led by teaching staff at the partner university. Please visit https://www.cb.cityu.edu.hk/ac/activities/study-tours/ for more details.

Student Mentorship Scheme

Under this scheme, each freshmen will be paired with one senior mentor throughout the Year 1 undergraduate study. This scheme prepares our students, both mentors and mentees, to be responsible citizens at City University and in Hong Kong, and to become future business leaders. It aims to cultivate a strong sense of belonging to the Department of Accountancy and City University by facilitating the establishment of a network for senior students to interact with junior students, to learn from each other and to share experiences.

Overseas Summer Programmes

Students may participate in English immersion courses, which include components such as volunteer placements, homestays and cultural activities in Australia, Canada, New Zealand and the USA. Service Learning participants also provide voluntary services in less developed areas such as the Philippines, Thailand, Mongolia, Sri Lanka and Laos.

Useful Links

Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA) 
Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA) 
CPA Australia 
Hong Kong Institute of Certified Public Accountants (HKICPA) 
College of Business 
Department of Accountancy 
Undergraduate Catalogue 
Flexible Admission Arrangement  
CityUHK Talents Programme 
CityUHK Scholarships for Hong Kong Talents

The BBA Global Business programme offers a globally oriented curriculum and opportunities for students to develop a global mindset, think strategically and contribute to companies doing business internationally. Our application-oriented courses prepare the next generation of managers to lead global teams. In the Global Business Consultancy Project, for instance, students will actually work in a multinational corporation and get involved in solving real business problems.

Students have opportunities to enhance their leadership and management skills while working with others from different cultures through study tours, executive forums, career development workshops, structured exchange programmes, internships, and case competitions. Students are offered three semester-based overseas exchange opportunities* (one compulsory and two optional) and take part in lots of other international immersion opportunities to widen their global exposure.

Students can apply for admission to the Joint Bachelor's Degree Program between City University of Hong Kong and Columbia University. Upon completion of this joint degree program, students will receive the dual awards conferred by Columbia University and CityUHK.

* Subject to fulfilling the requirements for participating in the exchange studies.

環球商業工商管理學士課程提供國際化的課程和機會，拓展學生的國際視野和思考能力，有利日後在跨國公司就業。課程以應用為主的教學方法，培訓新一代跨國企業的管理人才，如在「環球商業顧問項目」，學生將與跨國公司合作，解決其真實業務問題。學生透過參加學院的考察團、實習、行政人員聚談和比賽等活動，學習如何領導及管理不同文化背景的團隊。課程提供三個學期制的交換計劃* (一般情況下, 必須參與一次, 為期一學期) 和其他海外交流活動，擴闊學生的國際視野。

學生有機會申請修讀香港城市大學－美國哥倫比亞大學雙聯學士學位課程。學生在完成雙聯學士學位課程後，畢業時將分別獲得兩所大學所頒發的學士學位。

* 學生必須履行有關交換計劃的要求

i. BBA Global Business programme offers you:

- 3 exchange studies (1 compulsory & 2 optional) 

- flexibility to customize your own global curriculum

ii. College of Business is among the top five business schools in Asia (https://www.cb.cityu.edu.hk/About-the-College/Accreditation-and-Rankings/International-Rankings)

iii. Entrance scholarships up to HK$265,000 are available for elite students (https://www.cb.cityu.edu.hk/ug/admissions/apply/scholarships)

iv. Flagship Scholarships of HK$60,000 (per annum) or HK$30,000 (per annum), plus up to HK$500,000 one-off exchange sponsorship is available for Local JUPAS entrants (https://www.cityu.edu.hk/scholarship)

v. Overseas exchange and summer programmes are available in over 200 partner universities around the globe! (https://www.cb.cityu.edu.hk/ug/admissions/exchange)

vi. Plenty opportunities available for local and overseas competitions and internships, and full support on career development.

Please visit the website for the detailed curriculum.

Graduates of this programme are equipped with the knowledge and skills needed to work as associates in global companies, professional business consulting firms and marketing or management positions in firms doing business internationally. Some examples include: 

• J.P. Morgan 
• Blackrock 
• HSBC 
• Citibank 
• Bank of America 
• Ernst and Young 
• BnP Paribas 

畢業生具備豐富的知識和專業技能以勝任跨國公司、全球管理諮詢公司及國際企業的營銷或管理等職位。例如：J.P. Morgan 摩根大通，Blackrock 貝萊德，HSBC 香港上海滙豐銀行，Citibank花旗銀行，Ernst and Young安永，等等。

To nurture BBA Global Business students as global elites, students are offered three exchange opportunities, they are required to go abroad for one compulsory exchange¹ (either in North America or in Europe²). There are plenty of resources and challenges for students to develop as global leaders, e.g. study tours, scholarships and global consultancy projects. Students can explore and realise their dreams globally.

Note 1: Subject to fulfilling the requirements for participating in exchange studies.

Note 2: Exchange destinations (subject to continuous review and changes):

North America

• University of Toronto (exclusive quota for GBU students) 
• University of Minnesota (exclusive quota for GBU students) 
• University of British Columbia  
• Indiana University 
• University of Wisconsin-Madison 

Europe

• University of Mannheim (exclusive quota for GBU students) 
• University of Leeds (exclusive quota for GBU students) 
• University of Warwick  
• Bocconi University  
• Copenhagen Business School

Students could select from the 200+ exchange partners for their exchange studies.

Students have the opportunity to apply for admission to the Joint Bachelor's Degree Program between City University of Hong Kong and Columbia University (https://cityu-hk.gs.columbia.edu)

CB3601 - Global Perspectives on Contemporary Issues

In this course, students are provided with an excellent opportunity to explore and master their business knowledge and gain hands-on experience by investigating global business trends and issues during a course-based study tour. For instance, in 2024, the students went to Singapore Management University (SMU) to attend classes.

Global Business Consultancy Project

Final year students provide consultancy services to global businesses in a real business setting and learn from first-hand experience.

Overseas Summer Programmes

Students may participate in sponsored Research Abroad MIT Data Science Lab and Study Abroad Harvard Summer School. English immersion courses, which include components such as volunteer placements, homestays and cultural activities in Australia, Canada, New Zealand and the USA. Service Learning participants also provide voluntary services in less developed areas such as the Philippines, Thailand, Mongolia, Sri Lanka and Laos.

Learn more about BBA Global Business student's curriculum and student activities (https://prog.cb.cityu.edu.hk/academics/bbagbu)

College of Business Programme information 
College of Business 
Undergraduate Catalogue
Flexible Admission Arrangement  
CityUHK Talents Programme 
CityUHK Scholarships for Hong Kong Talents

This is one of the CityUHK’s Flagship Programmes, which equip students with essential knowledge and skills, cultivate their global leadership abilities, and connect them with leading professionals. The Flagship Scholarships, which cover tuition and hall fees, a guaranteed berth, and a one-off exchange sponsorship of up to HK$500,000, will be awarded to local JUPAS talents who meet the criteria.

Starting in 2026/27, high school applicants can directly apply for Year 1 entry to the prestigious Joint Bachelor’s Degree Programme offered by CityUHK and Columbia University. Graduates will earn degrees from both institutions. For JUPAS applicants, a separate application to Columbia University is required after submitting the JUPAS application.

The BSc Computational Finance and Financial Technology major has two streams, namely (1) Computational Finance Stream and (2) Financial Technology Stream.  

Computational Finance stream is an interdisciplinary stream offering a comprehensive curriculum that covers state-of-the-art training in finance, mathematics, statistics and computer programming. The integrated application of these four areas is in great demand by today’s financial markets. 

Financial Technology stream gives students an interdisciplinary education in business, information technology, and innovation by training them in mathematics, statistics, programming, information systems, and finance. The FinTech core courses include blockchain, big data, cybersecurity, regulatory technology (RegTech), Python programming, machine learning, technology entrepreneurship, and Fintech capstone project. 

Students from both Computational Finance and Financial Technology streams can apply for admission to the Joint Bachelor's Degree Program between City University of Hong Kong and Columbia University. Upon completion of this joint degree program, students will receive the dual awards conferred by Columbia University and CityUHK.

計算金融及金融科技理學士課程內有兩個主修專業，它們是 (1) 計算金融及 (2)金融科技。

計算金融專業是一門跨學科和多元化的課程，內容涵蓋金融學、電腦程式設計、數學和統計學，這四個領域的綜合應用對當今金融市場的金融決策至關重要。課程專門為對定量程式設計有濃厚興趣和致力研習金融分析技巧的學生而設，為學生提供最優質的訓練。課程更可提高學生的競爭力，讓他們日後在金融行業中脫穎而出。

金融科技專業通過對數學、統計學、電腦程式設計、資訊系統學和金融學方面的培訓，為學生提供商業和創新科技的跨學科教育。 FinTech核心科目包括區塊鏈，大數據，網絡安全，監管技術(RegTech)，Python編程，機器學習，技術創業和Fintech重點專題項目等等。

修讀計算金融及金融科技學專業的學生可申請修讀香港城市大學－美國哥倫比亞大學雙聯學士學位課程。學生在完成雙聯學士學位課程後，畢業時將分別獲得兩所大學所頒發的學士學位。

BSc Computational Finance and Financial Technology programme offers you:

1. Knowledge in finance, mathematics, statistics, computer programming

2. Exciting career options in quant, investment banks, asset management, algo trading

Plenty opportunities available for local and overseas competitions and internships, and full support on career development.

Overseas exchange and summer programmes are available in over 200 partner universities around the globe! (https://www.cb.cityu.edu.hk/ug/admissions/exchange)

Entrance scholarships up to HK$265,000 are available for elite students (https://www.cb.cityu.edu.hk/ug/admissions/apply/scholarships)

College of Business is among the top four business schools in Asia (https://www.cb.cityu.edu.hk/About-the-College/Accreditation-and-Rankings/International-Rankings)

Please visit the website for the detailed curriculum.

Computational Finance stream provides comprehensive training and internship opportunities to prepare students to establish competitive advantages in financial careers such as asset management, investment banking and risk management, as well as further advanced studies.

Financial Technology stream prepares students for the careers in the emerging FinTech industry and business and technology sectors that require solid technology training and finance domain knowledge as well as further advanced studies.

計算金融學專業的畢業生可在金融行業就業，例如在資產管理、金融產品設計、投資銀行和金融風險管理等行業作交易員、風險管理經理等，或繼續升讀碩士或博士課程。

金融科技專業的畢業生可在新興的金融科技行業就業，例如區塊鏈分析師、監管技術顧問、金融科技項目經理或繼續升讀碩士或博士課程。

Students have the opportunity to apply for admission to the Joint Bachelor's Degree Program between City University of Hong Kong and Columbia University (http://gs.columbia.edu/cityu-hk/)

The University identifies high calibre students with outstanding academic and/or non-academic achievement for the entrance scholarships upon successful admission. Click here for more details.

Overseas Summer Programmes

Students may participate in English immersion courses, which include components such as volunteer placements, homestays and cultural activities in Australia, Canada, New Zealand and the USA. Service Learning participants also provide voluntary services in less developed areas such as the Philippines, Thailand, Mongolia, Sri Lanka and Laos.

Learn more about BSc Computational Finance and Financial Technology students' curriculum and student activities here.

College of Business Programme information
College of Business
Undergraduate Catalogue
Flexible Admission Arrangement 
CityUHK Talents Programme
CityUHK Scholarships for Hong Kong Talents

Starting in 2026/27, high school applicants can directly apply for Year 1 entry to the prestigious Joint Bachelor’s Degree Programme offered by CityUHK and Columbia University. Graduates will earn degrees from both institutions. For JUPAS applicants, a separate application to Columbia University is required after submitting the JUPAS application.