Bachelor of Business Administration with Honours in Marketing

PROGRAMME CODE

JUPAS: JS9266
DIRECT APPLICATION: BBAHMKTJ1

ENTRY

YEAR-1 ENTRY

STUDY DURATION

4-YEAR

MODE OF STUDY

FULL TIME,
FACE-TO-FACE

The Marketing programme is meticulously designed to prepare students for dynamic careers in marketing communications, product and brand management, advertising, public relations, and beyond. In addition to foundational marketing knowledge, the curriculum delves into the latest and emerging trends in digital marketing. A significant focus is placed on the applications of artificial intelligence and big data, exploring how AI-driven tools and technologies can revolutionize e-retailing, marketing research, and data analytics. Students will gain hands-on experience with AI-powered platforms, marketing tools and predictive analytics, enabling them to harness the power of AI to optimize marketing strategies and drive business growth. Graduates will emerge with cutting-edge expertise and practical skills, ready to make strategic and impactful marketing decisions in today’s fast-paced, AI-enhanced digital business environment.

About The Programme

Programme Intended Learning Outcomes (PILOs)

  1. Explain and critically review business theories and concepts to identify issues, analyse situations, and develop solutions for multi-faceted problems in organisational settings. 
  2. Critically evaluate issues and make informed judgments in view of the organisation's strategies as well as ethical considerations. 
  3. Reflect on new ways of thinking and make meaningful contributions as a leader and member in a team setting and communicate effectively
  4. Command knowledge of the practices and activities of marketing in the contemporary business world.  
  5. Integrate and apply advanced analytical skills to address issues and make marketing decisions in different business settings. 
  6. Assimilate and synthesise new knowledge in marketing, apply it to solve marketing problems and develop practical recommendations.

Admission Requirements

Students shall have attained either

LEVEL 3 OR ABOVE

In Chinese Language

LEVEL 3 OR ABOVE

In English Language

LEVEL 2 OR ABOVE

In Mathematics (Compulsory Part)

ATTAINED

In Citizenship and Social Development

LEVEL 2 OR ABOVE
In 1st Elective Subject or M1/M2
LEVEL 2 OR ABOVE
In 2nd Elective Subject or M1/M2

in the HKDSE OR an equivalent qualification

Programme Structure and Contents

Students admitted to the programme through Year-1 Entry are required to successfully complete at least 120 credit-units of which at least 24 credit-units should be taken at 3000-level and another 24 credit-units at 4000-level.

In order to prepare students for the challenges in the international business environment, the Global Immersion Programme is incorporated in the study programme to provide students with opportunities to study and travel abroad, gain exposure to the language of global business, engage with international issues and eventually become empowered global citizens. This programme is compulsory.

YEAR 1
Term
Course Code
Course Title
No. of Credit-units
Autumn
BUS 2000BEF*
Integrated Business Foundation
24
UNI 1012ABW
Social Responsibilities
1
General Education course #
3
Spring
BUS 2000BEF*
Integrated Business Foundation
24
UNI 1002ABW
University Core Values
2
YEAR 2
Term
Course Code
Course Title
No. of Credit-units
Autumn
BUS 2020BEF*
Integrated Business Functions
24
General Education course #
3
Spring
BUS 2020BEF*
Integrated Business Functions
24
UNI 2002BEW
Effective Communication and Teamwork
3
YEAR 3
Term
Course Code
Course Title
No. of Credit-units
Autumn
BUS 4088BEF
Business Sustainability: Theory and Practice
3
DB 3047BEF
Digital Marketing
3
MKT 3066BEF
Marketing Communications
3
UNI 3002BEW
Entrepreneurial Mindset and Leadership for Sustainability
3
One Business Elective
3
Spring
BUS 3068BEF
Business Issues and Ethics
3
MKT 3062BEF
Marketing Research and Analytics
3
MKT 3063BEF
Consumer Behaviour
3
MKT 4077BEF
Brand Management
3
One Business Elective
3
YEAR 4
Term
Course Code
Course Title
No. of Credit-units
Autumn
BUS 4028BEF*
Investigating Entrepreneurial Opportunities
6
MKT 4063BEF
e-Retailing
3
One Marketing Concentration Elective
3
Two Business Electives
6
Spring
BUS 4028BEF*
Investigating Entrepreneurial Opportunities
6
MGT 4098BEF
Business Strategy
3
MKT 4062BEF
Strategic Marketing
3
One Marketing Concentration Elective
3
One Business Elective
3

Internship Route

If students pick BUS 3098BEF (say, in Year 3 Summer), the study plan in Year 3 and Year 4 will be as follows, whilst the study plan in Year 1 and Year 2 will remain unchanged:

YEAR 3
Term
Course Code
Course Title
No. of Credit-units
Autumn
BUS 4088BEF
Business Sustainability: Theory and Practice
3
DB 3047BEF
Digital Marketing
3
MKT 3062BEF
Marketing Research and Analytics
3
MKT 3066BEF
Marketing Communications
3
One Business Elective
3
Spring
BUS 3068BEF
Business Issues and Ethics
3
MKT 3063BEF
Consumer Behaviour
3
MKT 4077BEF
Brand Management
3
BUS 3900BEF
Entrepreneurial Mindset and Leadership
3
One Business Elective
3
Summer
BUS 3098BEF
Business Internship
6
YEAR 4
Term
Course Code
Course Title
No. of Credit-units
Autumn
BUS 4028BEF*
Investigating Entrepreneurial Opportunities
6
MKT 4062BEF
Strategic Marketing
3
MKT 4063BEF
e-Retailing
3
One Business Elective
3
Spring
BUS 4028BEF*
Investigating Entrepreneurial Opportunities
6
MGT 4098BEF
Business Strategy
3
Two Business Electives
6

It is compulsory for students to complete the Global Immersion Programme.

* Course carry-over from Autumn Term

# General Education course:
Students should take General Education courses from fields of study which are different from those of their programmes.

Suggested Study Plan

Course Code
Course Title
No. of Credit-units
BUS 3098BEF
Business Internship
6
DB 3074BEF
Consumer Lifestyle and User Experiences
3
FINT 4052BEF
Business Applications of Artificial Intelligence and Big Data
3
IB 4061BEF
International Marketing
3
MGT 4056BEF
Innovation Management
3
MKT 3065BEF
Services Marketing
3
SPM 3056BEF
eSports Ecosystem
3
Course Code
Course Title
No. of Credit-units
ACT 3011BEF
Financial Accounting
3
BUS 3090BEF
Environmental, Social and Governance Issues
3
DB 4027BEF
Digital Transformation
3
FIN 3086BEF
Financial Management
3
FINT 2030BEF
Introduction to FinTech
3
FINT 3038BEF
E-payment Systems, Cryptocurrencies and Cyber Security
3
IB 3091BEF
International Business Environment
3
IB 3092BEF
Managing International Business
3
IB 4096BEF
Asia Pacific Issues in Management
3
IB 4097BEF
Global Issues in Management
3
MGT 3042BEF
Training and Development
3
MGT 3044BEF
Theory and Design of Organisations
3
MGT 3045BEF
Organisational Behaviour
3
MGT 4041BEF
Strategic Human Resource Management
3
MGT 4044BEF
Negotiation and Conflict Management
3

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.

UG-GIP comprises four non-credit bearing courses: GIP 100BEF (Year 1), GIP 200BEF (Year 2), GIP 300BEF (Year 3)*, and GIP 400BEF (Year 4). These courses are designed to enhance students' intercultural awareness and communication skills and help students to develop a global mindset.

*GIP 300BEF includes a study tour. Students are responsible for incidental expenses such as airfare and accommodation.

Career and Further Studies

Career Prospects

Graduates can seek employment as a digital marketer, eCommerce manager, market researcher, public relations specialist, brand manager, social media manager, event manager, and more.

Further Studies

Opportunities are available for the graduates of this programme to pursue postgraduate studies in Hong Kong and abroad. Students may continue to study for a Master of Business Administration or other master’s degrees in Marketing or other business-related areas.

Student Activities Highlights

  • Student Achievements

  • A-Team Student Development Programme

  • Early Industry Engagement

  • Leadership Training

  • Study Tours

  • Overseas Exchange

  • Student Achievements

  • A-Team Student Development Programme

  • Early Industry Engagement

  • Leadership Training

  • Study Tours

  • Overseas Exchange

Enquiries

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