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.
Applicants to the MBAF 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* (total scores for Reading, Listening and Writing sections)
In TOEFL – Paper-based*
In TOEFL – Internet-based*^
In IELTS*^
In CET-6*
OR equivalent
* Test results are accepted for 2 years from the date of the test.
^ Test result of TOEFL iBT Home edition or IELTS Online is not accepted.
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 OR non-business post-secondary qualification (QF Level 4) holders with less than ten 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
Course Code | Course Title | No. of Credit-units |
|---|---|---|
BUS 8060BEF | Applied Business Project | 12 |
MGT 8020BEF | Strategy for Competitive Advantage | 6 |
from the elective courses
Course Code | Course Title | No. of Credit-units |
|---|---|---|
IB 8090BEF | International Management Strategy | 6 |
IB 8093BEF | Strategic Issues for Management in the Asia Pacific Region | 6 |
MKT 8041BEF | Innovative Marketing in a Dynamic World | 6 |
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 of Business Administration programme in 1 year and 2 years respectively. 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. In view of this, a Business Transformation Immersion Programme (BTIP) is designed to empower students to effectively handle imminent challenges in the fast-changing markets and workplace, to allow students learn about the latest developments in business transformation, and explore new opportunities. The tuition fees include the fees for the BTIP^. Air passage, food, accommodation, and other incidental expenses are not included in the tuition fees and are to be borne by students. The BTIP is compulsory for full-time students while optional for part-time students.
^ The fee is subject to annual review.
The BTIP includes the following four components:
Leadership Training Programme
Overseas Learning Experience
Business Transformation Seminars/Workshops
Career Development Seminars/
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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